Looking for a stirring story? Don't miss this week's lineup of dramas showing on the big screen in and around Charlotte.
Read on for the best drama films to catch in theaters, based on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes' Tomatometer Score, which reflects the opinions of hundreds of film and television critics.
(Movie descriptions courtesy The Movie Database; showtimes via Fandango. Movie ratings and showtimes are subject to change.)
Gully Boy
A coming-of-age story based on the lives of street rappers in Mumbai.
Boasting a Tomatometer Score of 100 percent and an Audience Score of 86 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Gully Boy" has gotten stellar reviews since its release on Feb. 14. Variety's Jay Weissberg said, "A mainstream rap musical served up with generous helpings of deftly written hip-hop lyrics and an appealing, largely well-woven narrative starring Ranveer Singh in all his charms," while Deborah Young of The Hollywood Reporter noted, "Zoya Akhtar directs with flair and passion and, aided by explosive performances from a right-on cast, triumphs over the familiarity of the star-is-born storyline."
You can catch it at Regal Stonecrest Stm 22 IMAX & RPX (7824 Rea Rd.) through Thursday, Mar. 7. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
The Favourite
England, early 18th century. 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 Tomatometer Score of 94 percent and an Audience Score of 86 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "The Favourite" has become a favorite since its release in December. "Weisz and Stone are both brilliantly witty and nimble, but Colman's performance is nothing short of sublime," according to A.O. Scott of The New York Times, while The Atlantic's David Sims said, "Despite its period setting, 'The Favourite' just might be (Yorgos) Lanthimos's most trenchant and relevant work yet."
It's playing at Regal Ballantyne Village Stadium 5 (14815 John J Delany Drive) and Cinebarre Arboretum 11 (8008 Providence Road) through Thursday, Mar. 7. 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 Tomatometer Score of 70 percent and an Audience Score of 60 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Cold Pursuit" is well worth a watch. " 'Cold Pursuit' is an excellent film," noted Johnny Oleksinski of the New York Post, while ReelViews' James Berardinelli said, " 'Cold Pursuit' works as intended."
Catch it on the big screen at Regal Stonecrest Stm 22 IMAX & RPX (7824 Rea Road) through Thursday, Mar. 7; Cinemark Movie Bistro Charlotte (9630 Monroe Road) through Thursday, Feb. 28; AMC Carolina Pavilion 22 (9541 South Blvd.) through Wednesday, Mar. 6; and Ayrsley Grand Cinemas (9110 Kings Parade Blvd.) through Thursday, Feb. 28. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
A Dog's Way Home
A Dog’s Way Home chronicles the heartwarming adventure of Bella, a dog who embarks on an epic 400-mile journey home after she is separated from her beloved human.
With a Tomatometer Score of 60 percent and an Audience Score of 77 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "A Dog's Way Home" is well worth a watch. Entertainment Weekly's Chris Nashawaty said, "Heartwarming, mildly funny, and occasionally thrilling without ever being anything more than just fine," and RogerEbert.com's Tomris Laffly said, "A good dog movie with its heart in the right place."
Catch it on the big screen at Regal Stonecrest Stm 22 IMAX & RPX (7824 Rea Road) through Thursday, Feb. 28. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
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