Want to see a movie, but not sure what's worthwhile? Take a look at this week's lineup of acclaimed movies showing on the big screen in and around Virginia Beach.
Here are the highest rated films to catch, 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.)
Booksmart
Two academic teenage superstars realize, on the eve of their high school graduation, that they should have worked less and played more. Determined to never fall short of their peers, the girls set out on a mission to cram four years of fun into one night.
Set to be released on Friday, May 24, "Booksmart" already has a Tomatometer Score of 100 percent on Rotten Tomatoes. Time Out's Joshua Rothkopf said, "Actor-turned-director Olivia Wilde (shockingly, this is her behind-the-camera feature debut) shows off something rarer than technique or comic timing. She's got loads of compassion and has somehow managed to make a high-school movie without villains," while Brian Tallerico of RogerEbert.com noted, "It's smart, so very funny and beautifully directed by Olivia Wilde."
You can get a sneak peak of the movie at AMC Lynnhaven 18 (1001 Lynnhaven Mall Loop) starting on Thursday, May 23. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Avengers: Endgame
After the devastating events of "Avengers: Infinity War," the universe is in ruins due to the efforts of the Mad Titan, Thanos. With the help of remaining allies, the Avengers must assemble once more in order to undo Thanos' actions and restore order to the universe once and for all, no matter what consequences may be in store.
With a Tomatometer Score of 94 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Avengers: Endgame" has garnered plenty of praise since its release on April 26. The San Diego Reader's Matthew Lickona said, "The MCU will go on and on, but this chapter — and the American pragmatism vs. American ideals bromance that drove it — have well and truly come to their 'Excelsior! Nuff said!' moment."
Want to see for yourself? It's playing at Regal Strawbridge Marketplace (2133 General Booth Blvd.), Regal Columbus (104 Constitution Drive) and AMC Lynnhaven 18 (1001 Lynnhaven Mall Loop) through Wednesday, May 22. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Long Shot
When Fred Flarsky reunites with his first crush, one of the most influential women in the world, Charlotte Field, he charms her. As she prepares to make a run for the presidency, Charlotte hires Fred as her speechwriter and sparks fly.
With a Tomatometer Score of 81 percent and an Audience Score of 69 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Long Shot" has been getting attention since its release on May 3. The New Yorker's Anthony Lane said, "Clearly, (Charlize) Theron can turn her hand to any genre," and Tribune News Service's Katie Walsh noted, "It's "Veep," but less absurdly acid-tongued, and a lot more swoony. Still, the incisive cultural and political commentary cuts deep, and Theron and (Seth) Rogen turn out to be a winning pair."
It's screening at Regal Strawbridge Marketplace (2133 General Booth Blvd.), Regal Columbus (104 Constitution Drive) and AMC Lynnhaven 18 (1001 Lynnhaven Mall Loop) through Wednesday, May 22. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
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