In the mood to get real? Don't miss this week's lineup of dramas showing on the big screen in and around Charlotte.
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.)
Can You Ever Forgive Me?
When bestselling celebrity biographer Lee Israel is no longer able to get published because she has fallen out of step with current tastes, she turns her art form to deception, abetted by her loyal friend Jack. It is a story of two difficult, socially inept, people somehow becoming partners in crime.
Boasting a critical approval rating of 98 percent and an audience score of 83 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Can You Ever Forgive Me?" has been a must-watch since its release on Oct. 19. The site's critical consensus notes that, "Deftly directed and laced with dark wit, 'Can You Ever Forgive Me?' proves a compelling showcase for deeply affecting work from Richard E. Grant and Melissa McCarthy."
McCarthy earned an Oscar nomination for Best Actress. For his part, Grant received a nod for Best Supporting Actor.
Want to see for yourself? It's playing at Regal Ballantyne Village Stadium 5 (14815 John J Delany Drive) through Friday, Feb. 15. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
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 favorite.
With a 93 percent critical approval rating and an audience score of 83 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "The Favourite" has become a favorite since its release on Dec. 14. The site's critical consensus has it that, "'The Favourite' sees Yorgos Lanthimos balancing a period setting against rich, timely subtext — and getting roundly stellar performances from his well-chosen stars."
The movie will be well represented at this year's Academy Awards. It garnered 10 Oscar nominations including one for Best Picture.
It's screening at Regal Stonecrest Stm 22 IMAX & RPX (7824 Rea Road) through Tuesday, Feb. 19; Regal Ballantyne Village Stadium 5 (14815 John J Delany Drive) through Thursday, Feb. 21; Cinebarre Arboretum 11 (8008 Providence Road) through Friday, Feb. 15; and Regal Phillips Place Stadium 10 (6911 Phillips Place Court) through Tuesday, Feb. 19. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Cold Pursuit
Nels Coxman's quiet life comes crashing down when his beloved son dies under mysterious circumstances. His search for the truth soon becomes a quest for revenge as he seeks coldblooded justice against a drug lord and his inner circle.
With a critical approval rating of 73 percent and an audience score of 64 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Cold Pursuit" is well worth a watch. The site's critical consensus has it that, " 'Cold Pursuit' delivers the action audiences expect from a Liam Neeson thriller — along with humor and a sophisticated streak that make this an uncommonly effective remake."
You can catch it at Regal Stonecrest Stm 22 IMAX & RPX (7824 Rea Road), Cinemark Movie Bistro Charlotte (9630 Monroe Road), Cinebarre Arboretum 11 (8008 Providence Road), and AMC Carolina Pavilion 22 (9541 South Blvd.) through Thursday, Feb. 21. 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 61 percent critical approval rating and an audience score of 88 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Bohemian Rhapsody" is well worth a watch. The site's critical consensus indicates 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 movie is one of eight films vying for Best Picture at this year's Academy Awards.
Catch it on the big screen at Regal Stonecrest Stm 22 IMAX & RPX (7824 Rea Road) through Thursday, Feb. 21; Cinebarre Arboretum 11 (8008 Providence Road) through Wednesday, Feb. 20; and Regal Phillips Place Stadium 10 (6911 Phillips Place Court) through Thursday, Feb. 21. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
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