FOLIOAugust 2
2 GUNS Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg are two operatives from competing bureaus who are forced on the run together. However, there is a big problem with their unique alliance; neither knows that the other is an undercover federal agent. For the past 12 months, DEA agent Bobby Trench (Washington) and U.S. naval intelligence officer Marcus Stigman (Wahlberg) have been reluctantly attached at the hip. Working undercover as members of a narcotics syndicate, each man distrusts his partner as much as the criminals they have both been tasked to take down. When their attempt to infiltrate a Mexican drug cartel and recover millions goes haywire, Trench and Stigman are suddenly disavowed by their superiors. Now that everyone wants them in jail or in the ground, the only person they can count on is the other. Unfortunately for their pursuers, when good guys spend years pretending to be bad, they pick up a few tricks along the way. Rated R
DRIFT After their mother escapes from Sydney, Australia to Margaret River in the 1970s, the two Kelly brothers spend their youth searching for the perfect wave. Out of necessity the family launches a backyard surf business–rethinking board design, crafting homemade wetsuits and selling merchandise out of their van. Battling big waves, small-town conservatism and criminals, the brothers give rise to a global brand. Starring Sam Worthington, Myles Pollard, Xavier Samuel, Lesley-Ann Brandt, Robyn Malcolm, Steve Bastoni, Aaron Glenane. Rated R
August 7
PERCY JACKSON: SEA OF MONSTERS Based on the publishing phenomenon, this film continues the young demigod’s epic journey to fulfill his destiny. To save their world, Percy and his friends must find the fabled and magical Golden Fleece. Embarking on a treacherous odyssey into the uncharted waters of the Sea of Monsters (known to humans as the Bermuda Triangle), they battle terrifying creatures, an army of zombies, and ultimate Evil. Starring Logan Lerman, Brandon T. Jackson, Alexandra Daddario, Douglas Smith. Rated PG
WE’RE THE MILLERS David Burke (Jason Sudeikis) is a small-time pot dealer whose clientele includes chefs and soccer moms, but no kids—after all, he has his scruples. So what could go wrong? Plenty. Preferring to keep a low profile for obvious reasons, he learns the hard way that no good deed goes unpunished when he tries to help out some local teens and winds up getting jumped by a trio of gutter punks. Stealing his stash and his cash, they leave him in major debt to his supplier, Brad (Ed Helms). In order to wipe the slate clean—and maintain a clean bill of health—David must now become a big-time drug smuggler by bringing Brad’s latest shipment in from Mexico. Twisting the arms of his neighbors, cynical stripper Rose (Jennifer Aniston), wannabe customer Kenny (Will Poulter) and the tatted-and-pierced, streetwise teen Casey (Emma Roberts), he devises a foolproof plan. One fake wife, two pretend kids and a huge, shiny RV later, the “Millers” are headed south of the border for a Fourth of July weekend that is sure to end with a bang. Rated R
August 9
DISNEY’S PLANES In an action-packed, 3D-animated, comedy adventure, airplane Dusty (voice of Dane Cook) has dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer. But Dusty is not exactly built for racing- and he happens to be afraid of heights. He turns to a seasoned naval aviator who helps him qualify to take on the defending champ of the race circuit. Dusty’s courage is put to the ultimate test as he aims to reach heights he never dreamed possible, giving a spellbound world the inspiration to soar. Also starring Stacy Keach, Brad Garrett, Teri Hatcher, Cedric the Entertainer, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, John Cleese, Carlos Alazraqui, Priyanka Chopra, Gabriel Iglesias, Roger Craig Smith, Colin Cowherd, Sinbad, Oliver Kalkofe, Brent Musburger. Rated PG
ELYSIUM In the year 2154, two classes of people exist: the very wealthy, who live on a pristine man-made space station called Elysium, and the rest, who live on an overpopulated, ruined planet. The people of Earth are desperate to escape the crime and poverty that is now rampant throughout the land. The only man with the chance to bring equality to these worlds is Max (Matt Damon), an ordinary guy in desperate need to get to Elysium. With his life hanging in the balance, he reluctantly takes on a dangerous mission that pits him against Elysium’s Secretary Delacourt (Jodie Foster) and her hard-line forces. But if he succeeds, he could save not only his own life, but millions of people on Earth as well. Rated R
August 16
THE BUTLER This is the story of a White House butler who served eight American presidents over three decades. The film traces the dramatic changes that swept American society during this time, from the civil rights movement to Vietnam and beyond, and how those changes affected this man’s life and family. Starring Forest Whitaker, Robin Williams, John Cusack, Alan Rickman, James Marsden, Liev Schreiber.
KICK ASS 2 After Kick-Ass’s (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) insane bravery inspires a new wave of self-made masked crusaders, led by the badass Colonel Stars and Stripes (Jim Carrey), our hero joins them on patrol. When these amateur superheroes are hunted down by Red Mist (Christopher Mintz-Plasse)- reborn as The Mother F%&*^r- only the blade-wielding Hit Girl (Chloë Grace Moretz) can prevent their annihilation. Rated R
August 21
THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS: CITY OF BONES Set in contemporary New York City, a seemingly ordinary teenager, Clary Fray (Lily Collins), discovers she is the descendant of a line of Shadowhunters, a secret cadre of young, half-angel warriors locked in an ancient battle to protect our world from demons. After the disappearance of her mother (Lena Headey), Clary must join forces with a group of Shadowhunters who introduce her to a dangerous, alternate New York called Downworld, filled with demons, warlocks, vampires, werewolves and other deadly creatures. Based on the worldwide best-selling book series. Rated PG-13
August 23
YOU’RE NEXT One of the smartest and most terrifying films in years, You’re Next reinvents the genre by putting a fresh twist on home-invasion horror. When a gang of masked, ax-wielding murderers descend upon the Davison family reunion, the hapless victims seem trapped…until an unlikely guest of the family proves to be the most talented killer of all. Starring Sharni Vinson, AJ Bowen, Nick Tucci, Wendy Glenn, Joe Swanberg. Rated R
August 28
CLOSED CIRCUIT In this international thriller, two ex-lovers, Martin (Eric Bana) and Claudia (Rebecca Hall), find their loyalties tested and their lives at risk when they are joined together on the defense team in a terrorism trial. Rated R
August 30
GETAWAY In this gritty, heart-pounding action thriller, former race car driver Brent Magna (Ethan Hawke) is pitted against the clock. Desperately trying to save the life of his kidnapped wife, Brent commandeers a custom Shelby Cobra Mustang, taking it and its unwitting owner (Selena Gomez) on a high-speed race against time, at the command of the mysterious villain holding his wife hostage. Rated PG-13
ONE DIRECTION: THIS IS US One Direction– Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson– were discovered by Simon Cowell on the U.K.’s The X Factor in 2010. The band quickly gained a following, becoming one of the competition’s most popular acts, finishing in the final three and garnering a gigantic and loyal fanbase along the way. This documentary gives fans an intimate all-access look at life on the road for the global music phenomenon.
August 2 Community First Night Owl Cinema Series- PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: THE CURSE OF THE BLACK PEARL Community First Credit Union and the St. Augustine Amphitheatre have partnered to present a free summer movie series in St. Johns County. Parking at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre is free on movie nights and a variety of concessions will be available for purchase. Moviegoers at each screening will enjoy special family friendly entertainment and activities inspired by the featured movie’s theme. Children of all ages are welcome to come dressed in character. Gates open at 7 pm, movie starts at 8 pm. St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 209-0367, www.staugamphitheatre.com
August 16 Movie Night at the Cummer- AMERICAN GRAFFITI Slick back your sideburns, pull on the bobby socks and get ready for a joy ride. The Cummer is showing car-themed movies in the Gardens at dusk (or inside if raining) to go along with its classic automobile exhibit. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. TreeCup Cafe will have delicious treats along with beer and wine for purchase, but you are welcome to pack a picnic. Doors open at 7:30 pm, so come stake out your spot, enjoy a picnic, and then take a trip inside to view the cars on display as part of the exhibition. Members $6, Non-members $10. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 356-6857, www.cummer.org
Opening August GREAT WHITE SHARK 3D The Great White: an iconic creature at the top of the oceanic food chain. Unchallenged in this position for millions of years, its existence is now threatened. For more information, tickets and show times at the World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater, visit www.WorldGolfIMAX.com.
THE FLORIDA THEATRE SUMMER MOVIE CLASSICS
Time to beat the heat on Sunday afternoons this summer at the Florida Theatre with classic movies shown in original 35mm. Ticket prices are $7.50. The movies run through September 1st at 2 pm.
August 4 THE GREAT ESCAPE (1963) Steve McQueen, James Garner, Richard Attenborough, Charles Bronson
August 11 BYE BYE BIRDIE (1963) Janet Leigh, Dick Van Dyke, Ann-Margret
August 18 CHARADE (1963) Cary Grant, Audrey Hepburn, Walter Matthau
August 25 IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT (1934) Clark Gable, Claudette Colbert
September 1 SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN (1952) Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor, Debbie Reynolds
For more information call 355-2787 or visit floridatheatre.com.
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