Looking for a stirring story? Check out this week's lineup of dramas showing on the big screen in and around Culver City.
Read on for the best drama films to catch in theaters, based on critical scores sourced from review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes. (Movie descriptions courtesy The Movie Database; showtimes via Fandango.)
Tokyo Godfathers
One Christmas Eve three people, a middle-aged alcoholic named Gin, a former drag queen Hana and a dependent runaway girl Miyuki, discover an abandoned newborn while looking through the garbage.
With a critical approval rating of 90 percent and an audience score of 91 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, this 2003 release has much to recommend it. According to the site's critical consensus, "Beautiful and substantive, 'Tokyo Godfathers' adds a moving -- and somewhat unconventional -- entry to the animated Christmas canon."
It's screening at ArcLight Culver City (9500 Culver Blvd.) on Thursday, Dec. 6. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Creed II
Follows Adonis Creed's life inside and outside of the ring as he deals with new found fame, issues with his family and his continuing quest to become a champion.
With an 83 percent critical approval rating and an audience score of 91 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Creed II" has racked up generally positive reviews since its release on Nov. 21. The site's critical consensus has it that "'Creed II''s adherence to franchise formula adds up to a sequel with few true surprises, but its time-tested generational themes still pack a solid punch."
It's playing at ArcLight Culver City (9500 Culver Blvd.) through Thursday, Dec. 6. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Love Actually
Follows seemingly unrelated people as their lives begin to intertwine while they fall in – and out – of love. Affections languish and develop as Christmas draws near.
With a critical approval rating of 63 percent and an audience score of 72 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, 2003's "Love Actually" has proven potential. The site's critical consensus has it that "A sugary tale overstuffed with too many stories. Still, the cast charms."
Get a piece of the action at ArcLight Culver City (9500 Culver Blvd.) on Wednesday, Dec. 5. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
