Articles by Meredith Ennis

On Demand DVD New Releases Aug. 29-Sept. 4 The Jungle Book Walt Disney’s first adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s novel was in animated form. Now, a glorious mix of live action and CG effects allows the viewer to enjoy the story of the orphan boy Mowgli — who is raised in the jungle by wolves, a bear, a black panther and more — with a totally different vision. This is not your father’s version of this classic story. Neel Sethi, voices of Bill Murray, Ben Kingsley (PG, 1:46) 8/30 De Palma A look at legendary filmmaker Brian De Palma (Carrie, Scarface), […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Aug. 22-28 Blood Father Mel Gibson is John Link, an ex-convict who fights to protect his estranged daughter from the drug cartel that is hunting her down. Also stars William H. Macy (R, 1:28) 8/26 Available same day as theatrical release. The Huntsman: Winter’s War We know the story of Snow White, but what about the story that came about before that tale? The evil Queen Ravenna betrays her sister Freya, who retreats to a kingdom far to the north, where she raises an army of Huntsmen to protect her. The war for domination has only one […]

On Demand DVD New Releases: Aug. 15-21 The Angry Birds Movie Red has never really fit in. When some seemingly friendly pigs visit the island, he tries to warn the other flightless birds. But no one listens and the pigs leave with all the island’s eggs. It will take a variety of these birds to fight back and defeat the pigs. Based on the popular app. Voices of Jason Sudeikis, Josh Gad, Danny McBride (PG, 1:37) 8/16 God’s Not Dead 2 Teacher Grace Wesley responds to what seems to be an innocent question from a student by quoting a piece […]

On Demand DVD New Releases: Aug. 8-14 Amateur Night  Guy Carter is a father unable to find work, so he accepts a job chauffeuring hookers around Los Angeles. As his night unfolds, the reluctant dad finds he may have the right stuff for fatherhood. Jason Biggs, Ashley Tisdale (NR, 1:32) 8/12  Available same day as theatrical release. A Hologram for the King  Set during the recession and following a businessman in Saudi Arabia who leaves his mark on the world while fighting foreclosure and paying his daughter’s tuition. Tom Hanks, Alexander Black (R, 1:38) 8/9   Now Showing: Batman: The Killing Joke […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Aug. 1-7 The Bronze A foul-mouthed former gymnastics bronze medalist must fight for her local celebrity status when a new young athlete’s star rises in town. Melissa Rauch, Gary Cole (R, 1:40) 8/2 Keanu (pictured) Rell comes home one day to find out that his beloved kitten, Keanu, is missing. He and his cousin Clarence set out to find this sweet kitty and discover he has been taken by a street gang. The two strait-laced cousins must impersonate ruthless killers within the gang in order to rescue Keanu. Keegan-Michael Key, Jordan Peele, Will Forte (R, 1:40) […]

On Demand VOD New Releases July 25-31 The Boss Michelle Darnell is the wealthiest woman in America until an insider trading scandal rocks her world. After serving prison time, she is released and one of her former employees comes to her rescue, offering her a place to stay and a chance to get back on her feet. While there, she launches Darnell’s Darlings, enlisting the help of young girls who formerly sold cookies to sell her brownies and put her back at the top of the business world. Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Bell, Peter Dinklage (R, 1:39) 7/26 Barbershop: The Next […]

On Demand DVD New Releases: July 18-24 Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice When two of the world’s biggest superheroes are at war with each other, the villainous Lex Luthor plots something nefarious, putting mankind in greater danger than it has ever known before. Can Superman and Batman set aside their differences and work together to save us? Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Amy Adams (PG-13, 2:31) 7/19 Equals Nia (Kristen Stewart) and Silas (Nicholas Hoult) begin a forbidden and passionate romance in a futuristic society where emotions have been outlawed, leading them to attempt a dangerous escape. (PG-13, 1:41) 7/22 Available […]

On Demand DVD New Releases July 11-17 The Dark Horse A true story based on the life of Genesis Potini, a brilliant chess champion struggling with mental illness, who is searching for purpose in passing on his gift to the children of his community. Cliff Curtis, James Rolleston (R, 2:05) 7/12 Demolition Jake Gyllenhaal and Naomi Watts co-star in the gripping story of a troubled man who rebuilds his life after forming an unlikely connection with a struggling single mother. (R, 1:39) 7/12 The Divergent Series: Allegiant Tris and Four have always had to dig deeper to find those they could […]

On Demand DVD New Releases July 4-10 600 Miles Arnulfo Rubio smuggles weapons for a deadly Mexican cartel. ATF agent Hank Harris attempts to apprehend him, but gets kidnapped by Rubio, instead. Rubio takes him to his bosses, but during the 600-miles-long drive, they slowly befriend each other. Tim Roth, Kristyan Ferrer (R, 1:24) 7/5 Boy & The World Determined to reunite his family, a little boy leaves his rural home and embarks on a journey into civilization. Academy Award nominated for Best Animated Feature. Vinicius Garcia, Felipe Zilse (NR, 1:21) 7/5 By The Sea Angelina Jolie wrote, directs and stars in […]

On Demand DVD New Releases June 26-July 3 Eye in the Sky Col. Katherine Powell is presented with the chance to eliminate two major terror threats with one distant strike from a drone. But that strike may have a hidden cost when a young girl enters the area and is deemed to be collateral damage. Helen Mirren, Aaron Paul, Alan Rickman (R, 1:42) 6/28 Francofonia Tells the story of of the real-life collaboration that saved the Louvre during Nazi Occupation, a stunning and relevant meditation. Vincent Nemeth, Johanna Korthals (NR, 1:28) 6/28 Russian, French and German, subtitled in English. Kung Fu […]