A rundown of what to find in theaters this week
New releases:
“The Belko Experiment”
James Gunn (“Guardians of the Galaxy”) scripted this workplace tale where co-workers are pitted against each other in a life or death social experiment.
“American Fable”
A Midwestern farm girl finds herself in a world that blends fantasy and reality when she discovers a mysterious stranger apparently being held captive in a farm silo.
Limited screenings:
“The Boondock Saints”
This tale of revenge-seeking Irish brothers has attained cult status, and even if I'm not a part of it, fans should know this is playing Friday through Sunday at the Gateway Film Center as part of their ongoing Cult 101 series.
Alive recommends:
“Logan”
Hugh Jackman's reported last performance as Logan/Wolverine is the movie fans have longed for. It's both brutal and moving, and hopefully a direction other superhero movies will follow. (4 stars)
“Get Out”
Whether you go for the bitingly sharp commentary on race or just for a really, really well-executed horror movie, go see “Get Out.” (4 stars)
“Moonlight”
Oscar night's wild snafu grabbed the headlines, but you should see for yourself why Barry Jenkins' unforgettable coming-of-age film deserved Best Picture all along. (5 stars)
Also in theaters:
“Kong: Skull Island”
A great cast helps smooth over some of the weak parts in what's a generally enjoyable monster movie with plenty of popcorn thrills. (3 stars)
“Kedi”
This 80-minute documentary focuses on the hundreds of thousands of cats that freely roam Istanbul, as well as the culture around them. (Drexel Theatre, Gateway Film Center)