In Cinemas this week (12 – 18 September)

Into the Storm

In the span of a single day, the town of Silverton is ravaged by an unprecedented onslaught of tornadoes. The entire town is at the mercy of the erratic and deadly cyclones, even as storm trackers predict the worst is yet to come. Most people seek shelter, while others run towards the vortex, testing how far a storm chaser will go for that once-in-a-lifetime shot.

Cast:
Richard Armitage (Gary)
Sarah Wayne Callies (Allison)
Matt Walsh (Pete)
Max Deacon (Donnie)

Director: Steven Quale
Writer: John Swetnam
Runtime: 89 min
Genre: Action, Thriller
Rating: 12
Language: English
Production Year: 2014

Deliver Us from Evil

New York police officer Ralph Sarchie, struggling with his own personal issues, begins investigating a series of disturbing and inexplicable crimes. He joins forces with an unconventional priest, schooled in the rituals of exorcism, to combat the frightening and demonic possessions that are terrorizing their city. Based upon the book, which details Sarchie’s bone-chilling real-life cases.

Cast:
Eric Bana (Sarchie)
Édgar Ramírez (Mendoza)
Olivia Munn (Jen)
Chris Coy (Jimmy)

Director: Scott Derrickson
Writer: Scott Derrickson, Paul Harris Boardman
Runtime: 118 min
Genre: Crime, Horror, Thriller
Rating: 18
Language: English
Production Year: 2014

Guardians of the Galaxy 3D/2D

After stealing a mysterious orb in the far reaches of outer space, Peter Quill is now the main target of a manhunt led by the villain known as Ronan the Accuser. To help fight Ronan and his team and save the galaxy from his power, Quill creates a team known as the ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ to save the world.

Cast:
Chris Pratt (Peter Quill)
Zoe Saldana (Gamora)
Dave Bautista (Drax)
Vin Diesel (Groot)

Director: James Gunn
Writer: James Gunn, Nicole Perlman
Runtime: 121 min
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Rating: 12
Language: English
Production Year: 2014

Step Up All In

Sean brings his dance crew known as The Mob to Los Angeles to try and make it. But they haven’t had much luck, eventually the Mob decides it’s time to go back to Miami but Sean decides to stay. He learns of a dance competition in Las Vegas wherein the winner will get a three year contract. Sean needs a new crew so he asks fellow dancer Moose for help. And Moose introduces him to Andie, another friend and dancer who got injured a few years ago and is now ready to get back in. He recruits some other friends and they head Las Vegas as Lmmental. When they get there, they discover that the Mob too is also there, which is very touchy for Sean.

Cast:
Ryan Guzman (Sean)
Briana Evigan (Andie)
Adam G. Sevani (Moose)
Misha Gabriel Hamilton (Eddy)

Director: Trish Sie
Writer: John Swetnam, Duane Adler
Runtime: 112 min
Genre: Music, Romance
Rating: K
Language: English
Production Year: 2014

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Darkness has settled over New York City as Shredder and his evil Foot Clan have an iron grip on everything from the police to the politicians. The future is grim until four unlikely outcast brothers rise from the sewers and discover their destiny as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The Turtles must work with fearless reporter April O’Neil and her cameraman Vern Fenwick to save the city and unravel Shredder’s diabolical plan.

Cast:
Megan Fox (April O’Neil)
Will Arnett (Vernon Fenwick)
William Fichtner (Eric Sacks)
Tohoru Masamune (Shredder)

Director: Jonathan Liebesman
Writer: Josh Appelbaum, André Nemec
Runtime: 101 min
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy
Rating: 12
Language: English
Production Year: 2014

Planes: Fire & Rescue

When world-famous air racer Dusty learns that his engine is damaged and he may never race again, he must shift gears and is launched into the world of aerial firefighting. Dusty joins forces with veteran fire and rescue helicopter Blade Ranger and his team, a bunch of all-terrain vehicles known as The Smokejumpers. Together, the fearless team battles a massive wildfire, and Dusty learns what it takes to become a true hero. In Greek dubbed by: Giorgos Kapoutzidis, Doretta Papadimitriou, Giorgos Liantos, Giota Militsi.

Cast:
Dane Cook (Dusty Crophopper)
Ed Harris (Blade Ranger)
Julie Bowen (Lil’ Dipper)
Curtis Armstrong (Maru)

Director: Roberts Gannaway
Writer: Jeffrey M. Howard
Runtime: 83 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure
Rating: K
Language: English/Greek
Production Year: 2014

The Expendables 3

Barney, Christmas and the rest of the team comes face-to-face with Conrad Stonebanks, who years ago co-founded The Expendables with Barney. Stonebanks subsequently became a ruthless arms trader and someone who Barney was forced to kill… or so he thought. Stonebanks, who eluded death once before, now is making it his mission to end The Expendables – but Barney has other plans. Barney decides that he has to fight old blood with new blood, and brings in a new era of Expendables team members, recruiting individuals who are younger, faster and more tech-savvy. The latest mission becomes a clash of classic old-school style versus high-tech expertise in the Expendables’ most personal battle yet.

Cast:
Sylvester Stallone (Barney Ross)
Jason Statham (Lee Christmas)
Harrison Ford (Drummer)
Arnold Schwarzenegger (Trench)

Director: Patrick Hughes
Writer: Sylvester Stallone, Creighton Rothenberger
Runtime: 126 min
Genre: Action, Adventure, Thriller
Rating: 12
Language: English
Production Year: 2014

Sex Tape

When Jay and Annie first got together, their romantic connection was intense – but ten years and two kids later, the flame of their love needs a spark. To kick things up a notch, they decide – why not? – to make a video of themselves trying out every position in The Joy of Sex in one marathon three-hour session. It seems like a great idea – until they discover that their most private video is no longer private. With their reputations on the line, they know they’re just one click away from being laid bare to the world… but as their race to reclaim their video leads to a night they’ll never forget, they’ll find that their video will expose even more than they bargained for.

Cast:
Cameron Diaz (Annie)
Jason Segel (Jay)
Rob Corddry (Robby)
Ellie Kemper (Tess)

Director: Jake Kasdan
Writer: Kate Angelo, Jason Segel
Runtime: 94 min
Genre: Comedy
Rating: 18
Language: English
Production Year: 2014

Lucy

It was supposed to be a simple job. All Lucy had to do was deliver a mysterious briefcase to Mr. Jang. But immediately Lucy is caught up in a nightmarish deal where she is captured and turned into a drug mule for a new and powerful synthetic drug. When the bag she is carrying inside of her stomach leaks, Lucy’s body undergoes unimaginable changes that unlocks her mind’s full potential 100%. With her new-found powers, Lucy turns into a merciless warrior intent on getting back at her captors. She receives invaluable help from Professor Norman, the leading authority on the human mind, and French police captain Pierre Del Rio.

Cast:
Scarlett Johansson (Lucy)
Morgan Freeman (Professor Norman)
Min-sik Choi (Mr. Jang)
Amr Waked (Pierre Del Rio)

Director: Luc Besson
Writer: Luc Besson
Runtime: 89 min
Genre: Action, Sci-Fi
Rating: 18
Language: English
Production Year: 2014

22 Jump Street

After making their way through high school (twice), big changes are in store for officers Schmidt and Jenko when they go deep undercover at a local college. But when Jenko meets a kindred spirit on the football team, and Schmidt infiltrates the bohemian art major scene, they begin to question their partnership. Now they don’t have to just crack the case – they have to figure out if they can have a mature relationship. If these two overgrown adolescents can grow from freshmen into real men, college might be the best thing that ever happened to them.

Cast:
Jonah Hill (Schmidt)
Channing Tatum (Jenko)
Peter Stormare (The Ghost)
Ice Cube (Captain Dickson)

Director: Phil Lord, Christopher Miller
Writer: Michael Bacall, Oren Uziel
Runtime: 112 min
Genre: Action, Comedy, Crime
Rating: 15
Language: English
Production Year: 2014

How to Train Your Dragon 2 (Greek)

It’s been five years since Hiccup and Toothless successfully united dragons and vikings on the island of Berk. While Astrid, Snotlout and the rest of the gang are challenging each other to dragon races (the island’s new favorite contact sport), the now inseparable pair journey through the skies, charting unmapped territories and exploring new worlds. When one of their adventures leads to the discovery of a secret ice cave that is home to hundreds of new wild dragons and the mysterious Dragon Rider, the two friends find themselves at the center of a battle to protect the peace. Now, Hiccup and Toothless must unite to stand up for what they believe while recognizing that only together do they have the power to change the future of both men and dragons. In Greek dubbed by Vangelis Evangelou, Iphigenia Staikou, Nikos Papadopoulos, Iro Bezou.

Cast:
Jay Baruchel (Hiccup)
Cate Blanchett (Valka)
Gerard Butler (Stoick)
Jonah Hill (Snotlout)

Director: Dean DeBlois
Writer: Dean DeBlois, Cressida Cowell
Runtime: 102 min
Genre: Animation
Rating: 12
Language: Greek
Production Year: 2014