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OPENING TODAY “Barbarian”
B+
A young woman goes to check into her rental home she’s booked for a job interview, but finds out it’s already occupied and decides to stay, which turns into a horrifying decision. This is a rip-roaring, utterly horrifying flick that’s inspired by classic horror filmmaking and tropes. Starring Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgard and Justin Long. Directed by Zach Cregger. (Katie Walsh, Tribune News Service) Rated R for nudity, language throughout, disturbing material, some strong violence and gore. At metro theaters. 1 hour, 42 minutes. PARENTS GUIDE: This is an extreme horror film that deals with mature topics all around. It’s OK for mature teens but not kids.
“Batch 2013” Review not available in time for publication.
A young boy goes from being aimless to becoming a respected police officer and leading a special squad under the name of Batch 2013. Starring Preet Bhullar, Hashneen Chauhan and Hardeep Grewal. Directed by Garry Khatrao. Unrated. At Regal Medlock Crossing.
“Just Like You Anxiety + Depression”
Review not available in time for publication. The filmmakers of this documentary talk to kids, journalists, a psychologist and a mother about the fear and stigma plaguing the mental health community. Starring Ali Mattu, Ryan Lefebvre and Abby Eden. Directed by Jennifer Greenstreet. Unrated. At metro theaters. 1 hour, 17 minutes.
“Lifemark”
Review not available for publication. An 18-year-old’s world is turned upside down when his birth mother reaches out and wants to meet him. Starring Kirk Cameron, Alex Kendrick and Marisa Lynae Hampton. Directed by Kevin Peeples. Rated PG-13 for some thematic material. At metro theaters. 2 hours.
“Medieval”
C
Feuding brothers battle for the throne of the Holy Roman Empire after the death of the reigning emperor. This film has an identity crisis, caught between its low-brow sword-and-splatter charms and grander ambitions. Starring Ben Foster, Matthew Goode and Sophie Lowe. Directed by Patr Jakl. (Katie Walsh, Tribune News Service) Rated R for some nudity and strong grisly violent content. At metro theaters. 2 hours, 6 minutes. PARENTS GUIDE: This is far too violent for kids. It’s OK for teens if they are into this kind of medieval material.
“Private Desert” Review not available in time for publication.
A man who has been placed on unpaid leave because of a violent event goes looking for his online love after she disappears, but he can’t find her because she lives her days as a male. Starring Antonio Saboia, Pedro Fasanaro and Thomas Aquino. Directed by Aly Muritiba. Unrated. At Plaza Theatre. 2 hours, 1 minute.
“Single Not Searching”
Review not available in time for publication. Four friends travel from Atlanta to Ghana, where one of them plans to marry, and they find out a lot about themselves. Starring Osas Ighodaro, Brely Evans and Lisaraye Mccoy. Directed by Michael Akwesi Djaba. Unrated. At AMC Camp Creek and AMC Southlake.
“Unfavorable Odds”
Review not available in time for publication. A preoccupied businessman meets with his colleagues and discovers his best friend is a playboy, but the businessman’s wife is the ultimate prize, and he finds he doesn’t like those odds. Starring Grayson Berry, Maria Tornberg and Charles Malik Whitfield. Directed by Boogievision. Rated PG-13 for some suggestive material. At metro theaters. 1 hour, 20 minutes.