Films opening this week
“Darkest Hour” (PG-13): During the early days of World War II, the fate of Western Europe hangs on new British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, who must decide whether his country is better off negotiating or fighting Hitler. With Gary Oldman, Lily James and Kristin Scott Thomas. Directed by Joe Wright. In limited release; expands Dec. 15.
“Just Getting Started” (PG-13): In this action comedy, an ex-FBI agent and a former mob lawyer who’s in the witness protection program fend off a mob hit. With Glenne Headly, Morgan Freeman and Tommy Lee Jones. Written and directed by Ron Shelton.
“The Other Side of Hope” (Unrated): A restaurateur befriends a group of refugees arriving in Finland. With Ville Virtanen, Dome Karukoski and Kati Outinen. Written and directed by Finnish filmmaker Aki Kaurismäki.
“The Shape of Water” (R): A woman falls in love with a sea creature in this fantastical 1950s-set tale. With Sally Hawkins, Octavia Spencer and Michael Shannon. Co-written and directed by Guillermo del Toro. In limited release; expands Dec. 15. “Wonder Wheel” (PG13): On Coney Island in the 1950s, a lifeguard tells the story of a middle-aged carousel operator and his beleaguered wife. With Justin Timberlake, Kate Winslet and Jim Belushi. Written and directed by Woody Allen.
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“The Disaster Artist” (R): In this fact-based drama, aspiring actor Greg Sestero meets Tommy Wiseau in an acting class, and they go to Hollywood to make their dreams come true. With James Franco, Zoey Deutch and Dave Franco. Directed by James Franco.