This weekend at the movies, you can return to the “Star Wars” saga or take a journey to a mysterious island (all in 3D), celebrate Valentine’s Day early with the romance movie “The Vow”, and experience the thriller “Safe House”. Those movies and more are opening in theaters across St. Louis this Friday. Read more about them below.
“Journey 2: the Mysterious Island”: Directed by Brad Peyton, this sequel to 2008’s “Journey to the Center of the Earth” sees the return of Josh Hutcherson as Sean Anderson, a teenager who embarks on a journey with his mom’s boyfriend Hank (Dwayne Johnson) to search for his grandfather (Michael Caine), who went missing searching for a mythical island. Available for viewing in 3D. Runtime: 94 minutes. Rated PG for some adventure action, and brief mild language.
“The Vow”: This romantic drama directed by Michael Sucsy stars Channing Tatum and Rachel McAdams as Leo and Paige, a happy couple whose lives are turned upside down when a car accident results in Paige suffering serious memory loss. She doesn’t remember Leo or being in love with him—in fact, she thinks she loves another man, so Leo must work to win her over again. Runtime: 104 minutes. Rated PG-13 for an accident scene, sexual content, partial nudity and some language.
“Safe House”: Directed by Daniel Espinosa, this crime thriller follows a CIA agent (Ryan Reynolds) who must go on the run with a fugitive (Denzel Washington) when their safe house is attacked. Runtime: 115 minutes. Rated R for strong violence throughout and some language.
Also, 1999’s “Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace” will be playing in theaters across the country in a new 3D release starting Friday. The first of the series’ prequel films sees the discovery of gifted young Anakin Skywalker, who goes on to become a powerful Jedi—and later the most feared villain in the galaxy. Many theaters are distributing special RealD 3D glasses featuring the film’s villain, Darth Maul, and AMC Theatres specifically will be having a special giveaway of the new Star Wars Fighter Pods toy with every ticket purchase.
Other movies debuting in St. Louis:
Locals who are fans of the Academy Awards will also be in for a treat this weekend. On Friday, the Tivoli Theatre will be showing all of this year’s Oscar-nominated animated and live action shorts. Visit the theatre’s website for more info, including showtimes.
Check out showtimes for these movies and more at the following St. Louis-area theaters:
- Wehrenberg Theatres
- AMC Theatres
- Regal Movie Theatres
- Galleria 6
- Chase Park Plaza
- Granite City
- Moolah Theatre
- Hi-Pointe Theatre
- St. Andrews Cinema
- Plaza Frontenac Cinema
- Tivoli Theatre
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