Articles by Meredith Ennis

VOD Spotlight: Bad Moms Knowing the creative background of writers/directors Jon Lucas and Scott Moore (the guys behind The Hangover films, for example) they might seem an unlikely choice to helm a movie about the awesomeness of moms. (Well, it IS an R-rated film about moms, so that might have something to do with it.) As star Mila Kunis says, “Reading the script, you’d think a woman wrote it, but talking to Jon and Scott, you realize it’s an homage to their wives.” Lucas and Moore have been writing partners and friends for more than 15 years. During that time, […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Oct. 31-Nov. 6 Anthropoid At the height of World War II, two Czech soldiers are assigned a mission, Operation Anthropoid, to assassinate one of Hitler’s elite commanders. Cillian Murphy, Jamie Dornan (R, 1:42) 11/1 Bad Moms (pictured) Three moms reach their breaking point. They are tired of their conventional responsibilities and what the world expects of them. It’s time for some freedom and fun as these moms decide to take care of themselves and fight back against the head of the PTA, who wants them to conform. Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, Kathryn Hahn (R, 1:40) 11/1 […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Oct. 24-30 Captain Fantastic Ben has chosen to raise his family in the wilderness of the Pacific Northwest. He trains them both physically and intellectually to be outstanding individuals. An unfortunate event forces him into the world and away from his paradise, and challenges his way of life. Viggo Mortensen, George MacKay, Samantha Isler (R, 1:58) 10/25 Lights Out A mysterious figure terrifies Martin when the lights are out, mimicking the experience of his sister Rebecca when she was young. Now the brother and sister will come face-to-face with the entity that has an attachment to their mother. Teresa […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Oct. 17-23 Alice Through the Looking Glass In an attempt to save the Mad Hatter, Mirana sends Alice to borrow the Chronosphere, which powers all time. The journey back finds Alice meeting a variety of friends and enemies at different points in their lives. Will she succeed on her quest? Johnny Depp, Anne Hathaway, Mia Wasikowska (PG, 1:53) 10/18 Cafe Society (pictured) A young man moves to Hollywood to work for his uncle and learn about showbiz. He falls for his uncle’s secretary, but gets swept up in the high-society nightclub life back in New […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Oct. 10-16 Ghostbusters (pictured) Director Paul Feig assembles some of the funniest women in comedy to take on the roles of the iconic ghost-fighting team in this reboot of the 1984 classic. Melissa McCarthy, Leslie Jones, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon (PG-13, 1:56) 10/11 Ice Age: Collision Course Scrat is still chasing his acorn and this time his quest shoots him into space, where he accidentally sets in motion events that could threaten the planet. Manny, Sid, Diego and the rest set off on another journey that finds them meeting new friends and discovering new lands […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Oct. 3-9 The Greasy Strangler Ronnie runs a disco walking tour with his son. When a woman takes the tour, it begins a competition between father and son. It also signals the arrival of an oily strangler. Michael St. Michaels, Sky Elobar 10/7 Available same day as theatrical release. Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV The magical kingdom of Lucis is home to the world’s last remaining Crystal, and the menacing empire of Niflheim is determined to steal it. Aaron Paul, Lena Headey (PG-13, 1:56) 10/4 Microbe & Gasoline From award-winning director Michel Gondry. Two young outcasts […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Sept. 26-Oct. 2 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi Based on the 2014 book by Mitchell Zuckoff, this action-thriller follows the true story of the six members of a security team who fought to defend the American diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya, after a terrorist attack on Sept. 11, 2012. John Krasinski, Pablo Schreiber, Toby Stephens (R, 2:24) 9/26 Central Intelligence High school treated Robbie quite badly and he has worked feverishly to change his appearance. Fast-forward 20 years and Bob, as he’s now known, is a CIA operative looking to enlist the help of […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Sept. 19-25 Free State of Jones The Civil War has divided the nation, but one poor farmer from Mississippi will lead a group of rebels against the powerful Confederate army. Farmers and local slaves will fight to create a free state that will be a force long beyond the war. Matthew McConaughey, Keri Russell, Gugu Mbatha-Raw (R, 2:19) 9/20 The Free World An ex-con attempts to start a new life only to be sucked back into the underworld in this romantic thriller. Elisabeth Moss, Octavia Spencer, Boyd Holbrook (R, 1:41) 9/23 Same day as theatrical release […]

On Demand DVD New Releases: Sept. 12-18 31 From the visionary mind of Rob Zombie comes a story of five carnival workers who are kidnapped and forced to fight for their lives against an endless parade of homicidal maniacs. Sheri Moon Zombie, Meg Foster (R, 1:42) 9/16 Pre-theatrical release Captain America: Civil War The Avengers try to save as many people as they can, but it is not always possible. Political oversight threatens to rein in their action and the team is divided. Some align with Steve Rogers, who takes issue with the government regulations, while others back Tony Stark, […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Sept. 5-11 Being Charlie A teen breaks out of rehab and faces issues with his family and girlfriend. Directed by Rob Reiner (Stand By Me). Nick Robinson, Cary Elwes Common (R, 1:37) 9/6 Pre-DVD release. A Bigger Splash A famous rock star and a filmmaker are on vacation when an old friend and his daughter unexpectedly visit. The visit leads to jealousy, passion and danger that impact all of those involved. Tilda Swinton, Matthias Schoenaerts, Ralph Fiennes (R, 2:05) 9/6 The Darkness While vacationing in the Grand Canyon, the Taylor family hikes and tells stories […]