Movie Openings
"An American Rhapsody": A drama based on the true story of author Eva Gardo's escape from communist Hungary to the United States in the 1950s. Starring Scarlett Johansson, Nastassja Kinski, Tony Goldwyn. Opens tomorrow at Varsity Twin. (R).
"The Musketeer": A dashing swordsman finds himself at odds with powerful forces in 17th century Paris. The cast includes Catherine Deneuve, Stephen Rea, Tim Roth and Mena Suvari. Opens tomorrow at Dole Cannery 18 Theatres, Restaurant Row Theatres, Ward Stadium 16-Plex, Waikiki 3-Plex, Kahala 8-Plex, Pearl Highlands 12, Pearlridge West 16-Plex, Kapolei 16-Plex, Mililani 14-Plex, Ko'olau 10-Plex, Windward Stadium 10, Keolu Center Cinemas, Keauhou 7-Plex (Big Island), Prince Kuhio Stadium Cinemas (Big Island), Makalapua Cinemas (Big Island), Maui Mall Megaplex Cinemas (Maui), Front Street Theatres (Maui), Kukui Mall 4-Plex (Maui). (PG-13)
"Rock Star": Mark Wahlberg stars in this film based on the true story of Tim "Ripper" Owens, a salesman who replaced Rob Halford as the lead singer of heavy metal band Judas Priest in 1996. Opens tomorrow at Dole Cannery 18 Theatres, Restaurant Row Theatres, Ward Stadium 16-Plex, Kahala 8-Plex, Koko Marina 8-Plex, Pearl Highlands 12, Pearlridge West 16-Plex, Kapolei 16-Plex, Mililani 14-Plex, Ko'olau 10-Plex, Windward Stadium 10, Keolu Center Cinemas, Keauhou 7-Plex (Big Island), Prince Kuhio Stadium Cinemas (Big Island), Makalapua Cinemas (Big Island), Maui Mall Megaplex Cinemas (Maui), Front Street Theatres (Maui). (R).
"Songcatcher": Musicologist doctor Lily Penleric (Janet McTeer) discovers that Scottish and Irish folk songs have been preserved and passed down by people living in a small town in the Appalachian Mountains. While there recording the music, she soon becomes involved in the struggle between coal companies and the community. Opens tomorrow at Koko Marina 8-Plex. (PG-13).
"Two Can Play That Game": When Shanté (Vivica Fox) catches her boyfriend, Keith (Morris Chestnut), stepping out with another woman, she institutes her "10-day plan" to get him back in line. Whether it's sexy lingerie or good home cooking, ShantÚ has an arsenal of weapons designed to bring a man back. Opens tomorrow at Dole Cannery 18 Theatres, Ward Stadium 16-Plex, Pearl Highlands 12, Pearlridge West 16-Plex, Kapolei 16-Plex, Mililani 14-Plex, Windward Stadium 10, Keauhou 7-Plex (Big Island), Maui Mall Megaplex Cinemas (Maui), Lahaina Cinemas (Maui). (R).
SNEAK PREVIEW
"Hardball": A compulsive gambler (Keanu Reeves) is forced to repay a loan by coaching a Chicago inner-city little league team. Also with Diane Lane, D.B. Sweeney, John Hawkes, Michael Jordan and Mike McGlone. Previews Saturday: 7:20 p.m. at Dole Cannery 18 Theatres, 7:30 p.m. at Ko'olau 10-Plex, 7:35 at Pearl Highlands 12, 7:50 p.m. at Ward Stadium 16-Plex, 8 p.m. at Mililani 14-Plex. (PG-13).
