Want to see a movie, but not sure what's worthwhile? Check out this week's lineup of acclaimed movies showing on the big screen in and around Henderson.
Read on for 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.)
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 and an Audience Score of 76 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."
It's screening at Regal Sunset Station & IMAX (1301-A W. Sunset Road) through Thursday, June 20 and Regal Green Valley Ranch (2300 Paseo Verde) through Thursday, June 20. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Rocketman
The story of Elton John's life, from his years as a prodigy at the Royal Academy of Music through his influential and enduring musical partnership with Bernie Taupin.
With a Tomatometer Score of 90 percent and an Audience Score of 88 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Rocketman" has been getting attention since its release on May 31.
"If you need somebody to recount the rise of a British rock god from pallid suburbia to the baroque extremes of fame, and to create a stir without causing too much of a fuss, Fletcher is your man," noted Anthony Lane of the New Yorker, while the Chicago Reader's Leah Pickett said, "The story reshuffles reality, especially time and facts, and the film is more enjoyable for it."
It's screening at Regal Sunset Station & IMAX (1301-A W. Sunset Road) through Thursday, June 20; Regal Green Valley Ranch (2300 Paseo Verde) through Thursday, June 20; Regal Fiesta Henderson (777 W. Lake Mead Parkway) through Thursday, June 20; and Cinedome 12 Henderson (851 S. Boulder Highway) through Wednesday, June 19. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Late Night
A legendary late-night talk show host's world is turned upside down when she hires her only female staff writer. Originally intended to smooth over diversity concerns, her decision has unexpectedly hilarious consequences as the two women separated by culture and generations are united by their love of a biting punchline.
Set to be released on Friday, June 14, "Late Night" already has a Tomatometer Score of 83 percent and an Audience Score of 91 percent on Rotten Tomatoes.
Newsday's Rafer Guzman said, "Kaling's screenwriting debut addresses modern sore spots with gentle humor and a big heart," and the Boston Globe's Ty Burr noted, "You'll have a good time nevertheless. But don't be surprised if you come out wishing that there actually were a late-night comedy show starring Emma Thompson instead of just a movie about one."
Get a piece of the action at Regal Sunset Station & IMAX (1301-A W. Sunset Road) through Thursday, June 20; Regal Fiesta Henderson (777 W. Lake Mead Parkway) through Thursday, June 20; and Cinedome 12 Henderson (851 S. Boulder Highway) through Wednesday, June 19. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
Pokémon Detective Pikachu
In a world where people collect pocket-size monsters (Pokémon) to do battle, a boy comes across an intelligent monster who seeks to be a detective.
With a Tomatometer Score of 66 percent and an Audience Score of 82 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, "Pokémon Detective Pikachu" is well worth a watch.
The Globe and Mail's Daniel Kaszor said, "'Pokémon Detective Pikachu' is unrelentingly weird," while Vincent Acovino of NPR stated, "There's something admirable about a film that isn't afraid to have some fun with a property so established and beloved by its core audience."
It's screening at Regal Green Valley Ranch (2300 Paseo Verde) through Thursday, June 20. Click here for showtimes and tickets.
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