Looking to get real? Check out this week's lineup of dramas showing on the big screen in and around Concord.
Read on for the top-ranked 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.)
The Favourite
In 18th century England, the close relationship between Queen Anne and Sarah Churchill is threatened by the arrival of Sarah's cousin, Abigail Hill, resulting in a bitter rivalry between the two cousins to be the Queen's favourite.
With a critical approval rating of 93 percent and an audience score of 62 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "The Favourite" has gotten a lot of positive attention since its release on Dec. 14. Per the site's critical consensus, "'The Favourite' sees Yorgos Lanthimos balancing a period setting against rich, timely subtext -- and getting roundly stellar performances from his well-chosen stars."
It will be well represented at this year's Academy Awards. The movie received 10 Oscar nominations, including one for Best Picture.
It's screening at AMC Concord Mills 24 (8421 Concord Mills Blvd.) through Thursday, Jan. 31. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Creed II
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 a critical approval rating of 83 percent and an audience score of 62 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Creed II" has been getting attention since its release on Nov. 21. Per the site's summary of critic reviews, "'Creed II''s adherence to a franchise formula adds up to a sequel with few true surprises, but its time-tested generational themes still pack a solid punch."
Get a piece of the action at AMC Concord Mills 24 (8421 Concord Mills Blvd.) through Friday, Jan. 25. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Bohemian Rhapsody
Singer Freddie Mercury, guitarist Brian May, drummer Roger Taylor and bass guitarist John Deacon take the music world by storm when they form the rock 'n' roll band Queen in 1970. Hit songs become instant classics. When Mercury's increasingly wild lifestyle starts to spiral out of control, Queen soon faces its greatest challenge yet – finding a way to keep the band together amid all the success and excess.
With a critical approval rating of 62 percent and an audience score of 89 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Bohemian Rhapsody" is well worth a watch. The site's critical consensus has it that, "'Bohemian Rhapsody' hits a handful of high notes, but as an in-depth look at a beloved band, it offers more of a medley than a true greatest hits collection."
The film one of eight movies up for Best Picture at this year's Academy Awards. Additionally, Rami Malek earned an Oscar nomination for Best Actor for his work in the film'starring role.
It's playing at AMC Concord Mills 24 (8421 Concord Mills Blvd.) through Thursday, Jan. 31. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
