In Cinemas this week (19 – 25 September)

The Maze Runner

When Thomas wakes up trapped in a massive maze with a group of other boys, he has no memory of the outside world other than strange dreams about a mysterious organization known as W.C.K.D. Only by piecing together fragments of his past with clues he discovers in the maze can Thomas hope to uncover his true purpose and a way to escape. Based upon the best-selling novel by James Dashner.

Cast:
Dylan O’Brien (Thomas)
Kaya Scodelario (Teresa)
Will Poulter (Gally)
Thomas Brodie-Sangster (Newt)

Director: Wes Ball
Writer: Noah Oppenheim, Grant Pierce Myers
Runtime: 113 min
Genre: Action, Mystery, Sci-Fi
Rating: 12
Language: English
Production Year: 2014

Chef

Carl Casper is an acclaimed chef with a family life that seems as decaying as his artistic freedom. Those frustrations boil over into a raucous viral-videoed public confrontation against a restaurant critic who panned his cooking of food that his boss ordered him to make against his instincts. Now with his career ruined, Carl’s ex-wife offers an unorthodox solution in Miami: refit an old food truck to offer quality cooking on his own terms. Now with his young son, Percy, and old colleague, Martin, helping, Carl takes a working trip across America with that truck to rediscover his gastronomic passion. With Percy’s tech savvy and Martin’s enthusiasm, Carl finds that he is creating a traveling sensation on the way home. In doing so, Carl discovers he is serving up more than simply food, but also a deeper connection with his life and his family that is truly delicious in its own way.

Cast:
Jon Favreau (Carl Casper)
Scarlett Johansson (Molly)
Robert Downey Jr. (Marvin)
Dustin Hoffman (Riva)

Director: Jon Favreau
Writer: Jon Favreau
Runtime: 114 min
Genre: Comedy
Rating: 15
Language: English
Production Year: 2014

Boyhood

Filmed over 12 years with the same cast, Richard Linklater’s BOYHOOD is a groundbreaking story of growing up as seen through the eyes of a child named Mason, who literally grows up on screen before our eyes. Starring Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette as Mason’s parents and newcomer Lorelei Linklater as his sister Samantha, BOYHOOD charts the rocky terrain of childhood like no other film has before. Snapshots of adolescence from road trips and family dinners to birthdays and graduations and all the moments in between become transcendent, set to a soundtrack spanning the years from Coldplay’s Yellow to Arcade Fire’s Deep Blue. BOYHOOD is both a nostalgic time capsule of the recent past and an ode to growing up and parenting.

Cast:
Ellar Coltrane (Mason)
Patricia Arquette (Olivia)
Ethan Hawke (Mason Sr.)
Lorelei Linklater (Samantha)

Director: Richard Linklater
Writer: Richard Linklater
Runtime: 165 min
Genre: Drama
Rating: 15
Language: English
Production Year: 2014

Barbie and the Secret Door (Greek)

In this magical, musical adventure, Barbie stars as Alexa, a shy princess who would rather read than perform her royal duties. While walking through the royal garden, Alexa discovers a secret door in her kingdom, much like the one in the book she was reading! She steps through the door and enters a whimsical land filled with magical creatures and surprises. Alexa meets Romy and Nori, a mermaid and a fairy, who explain that a spoiled ruler named Malucia is trying to take all the magic in the land. To her surprise, Alexa has magical powers in this world, and her new friends are certain that only she can restore magic to their land. Discover what happens when Alexa finds the courage to stand up for what’s right and learns that the power of friendship is far more precious than magic.

Director: Karen J. Lloyd
Runtime: 81 min
Genre: Animation
Rating: K
Language: Greek
Production Year: 2014

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

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 (Greek)

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: Greek
Production Year: 2014