Want to reflect on the humanity of it all? Read on for this week's lineup of dramas showing on the big screen in and around Yonkers.
Here are the highest rated 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.)
Schindler's List
The true story of how businessman Oskar Schindler saved over a thousand Jewish lives from the Nazis while they worked as slaves in his factory during World War II.
With a critical approval rating of 97 percent and an audience score of 97 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, this 1993 release has made a lasting impression. The site's critical consensus has it that "'Schindler's List' blends the abject horror of the Holocaust with Steven Spielberg's signature tender humanism to create the director's dramatic masterpiece."
It's screening at Showcase Cinema de Lux Ridge Hill (59 Fitzgerald St.) through Thursday, Dec. 13. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
The Favourite
In 18th century England, two cousins fight to be the court favorite of the frail Queen Anne.
With a critical approval rating of 94 percent and an audience score of 76 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "The Favourite" has become a favorite since its release on November 23, with a consensus that "'The Favourite' sees Yorgos Lanthimos balancing a period setting against rich, timely subtext — and getting roundly stellar performances from his well-chosen stars."
It's playing at Alamo Drafthouse Yonkers (2548 Central Park Ave.) through Thursday, Dec. 13. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Targets
A Vietnam veteran quietly plans to go on a mass shooting spree. At the same time, an elderly horror film star prepares to make a public appearance at a drive-in theater.
With an 88 percent critical approval rating and an audience score of 81 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, this mid-century classic has much to recommend it. The site's critical consensus indicates that "A startling directorial debut by Peter Bogdanovich mixes an homage to Boris Karloff horror films with a timely sniper story to create a thriller with modern baggage and old-school shock and awe."
Interested? It's playing at Alamo Drafthouse Yonkers (2548 Central Park Ave.) on Wednesday, Dec. 12. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Erin Brockovich
A twice-divorced mother of three, who sees an injustice, takes on the bad guy and wins — with a little help from her push-up bra. Erin goes to work for an attorney and comes across medical records describing illnesses clustered in one nearby town. She starts investigating and soon exposes a monumental cover-up.
With a critical approval rating of 84 percent and an audience score of 81 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Erin Brockovich" has proven a solid viewing choice, with a consensus that "Taking full advantage of Julia Roberts's considerable talent and appeal, 'Erin Brockovich' overcomes a few character and plot issues to deliver a smart, thoughtful and funny legal drama."
It's playing at Alamo Drafthouse Yonkers (2548 Central Park Ave.) on Friday, Dec. 7. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Creed II
This film follows Adonis Creed's life inside and outside of the ring as he deals with newfound 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 88 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Creed II" has racked up generally positive reviews since its release on November 21. According to the site's overview of critic reviews, "'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."
You can catch it at Cross County Multiplex Cinemas (2 South Drive) through Wednesday, Dec. 12; Showcase Cinema de Lux Ridge Hill (59 Fitzgerald St.) through Wednesday, Dec. 12; and Alamo Drafthouse Yonkers (2548 Central Park Ave.) through Thursday, Dec. 13. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
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