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Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine and Alan Arkin star in “Going in Style” • Warner Bros. Pictures photo via AP

These are Maui Scene’s minireviews, excerpts of wire service reviews and previews that are provided by studios and other sources.

OPENS TONIGHT

“GOING IN STYLE” PG-13, 1:36. Comedy, crime. Maui Mall Megaplex.

Desperate to pay the bills and come through for their loved ones, three lifelong pals risk it all by embarking on a daring bid to knock off the very bank that absconded with their money. Starring Joey King, Morgan Freeman and Ann-Margret.

“SMURFS: THE LOST VILLAGE” PG, 1:29. Animation, adventure, comedy. Kaahumanu 6.

Lisa Kudrow (mother), Alec Baldwin (Boss Baby) and Jimmy Kimmel (father) star in “The Boss Baby.” • DreamWorks Pictures photo via AP

In this fully animated, all-new take on the Smurfs, a mysterious map sets Smurfette and her friends Brainy, Clumsy and Hefty on an exciting race through the Forbidden Forest leading to the discovery of the biggest secret in Smurf history. Starring Ariel Winter, Michelle Rodriguez and Joe Manganiello.

OPENS FRIDAY

“THE CASE FOR CHRIST” PG, 1:52. Drama. Maui Mall Megaplex.

An investigative journalist and self-proclaimed atheist sets out to disprove the existence of God after his wife becomes a Christian. Starring Mike Vogel, Erika Christensen and Faye Dunaway.

SPECIAL SCREENING:

Michael Pena and Dax Shepard star in “CHIPS” • Warner Bros. Pictures photo via AP

“FACING DARKNESS” PG-13, 2:45. Special event. Screening is at 7 p.m. Monday at Maui Mall Megaplex.

Fathom Events and Samaritan’s Purse present “Facing Darkness” a true story of faith: Saving Dr. Brantly from Ebola in Africa, featuring exclusive insights from Franklin Graham and his team.

STILL PLAYING

“BEAUTY AND THE BEAST” PG, 2:09. Family, fantasy, musical. Kaahumanu 6 and Lahaina Wharf Cinema.

An adaptation of the Disney fairy tale about a monstrous-looking prince and a young woman who fall in love. Starring Emma Watson, Dan Stevens and Luke Evans.

Scarlett Johansson and Michael Pitt star in “Ghost in the Shell” • Paramount Pictures/DreamWorks Pictures photo via AP

“CHIPS” R, 1:40. Action, comedy, crime. Maui Mall Megaplex.

A rookie officer is teamed with a hardened pro at the California Highway Patrol, though the newbie soon learns his partner is really an undercover Fed investigating a heist that may involve some crooked cops. Starring Michael Pena, Dax Shepard and Jessica McNamee.

“GET OUT” R, 1:43. Horror. Ends today at Maui Mall Megaplex.

A young African-American man visits his Caucasian girlfriend’s mysterious family estate. Starring Allison Williams, Lakeith Stanfield and Catherine Keener.

“GHOST IN THE SHELL” PG-13, 1:46. Action, crime, drama. Maui Mall Megaplex and Kaahumanu 6.

Elizabeth Banks stars in “Power Rangers” • Lionsgate photo via AP

In the near future, Major is the first of her kind: A human saved from a terrible crash, who is cyber-enhanced to be a perfect soldier devoted to stopping the world’s most dangerous criminals. Starring Scarlett Johansson, Pilou Asbaek and Takeshi Kitano.

“KONG: SKULL ISLAND” PG-13, 2:00. Action, adventure, fantasy. Kaahumanu 6.

A team of explorers and soldiers travels to an uncharted island in the Pacific, unaware that they are crossing into the domain of monsters, including the mythic Kong. Starring Tom Hiddleston, Samuel L. Jackson and Brie Larson.

“LIFE” R, 1:43. Horror, sci-fi, thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.

An international space crew discovers life on Mars. Starring Rebecca Ferguson, Ryan Reynolds and Jake Gyllenhaal.

“LOGAN” R, 2:17. Action, drama, sci-fi. Maui Mall Megaplex.

In the near future, a weary Logan cares for an ailing Professor X in a hideout on the Mexican border. But Logan’s attempts to hide from the world and his legacy are up-ended when a young mutant arrives, being pursued by dark forces. Starring Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart and Dafne Keen.

“NORTHERN LIGHTS: A JOURNEY TO LOVE” PG, 1:38. Drama. Kaahumanu 6.

A young boy travels to Alaska to visit his estranged father at the same time as a young woman also travels to Alaska to find her estranged mother. Starring Piolo Pascual, Yen Santos and Raikko Mateo.

“POWER RANGERS” PG-13, 2:04. Action, adventure, sci-fi. Lahaina Wharf Cinema and Maui Mall Megaplex.

High school kids, who are infused with unique superpowers, harness their abilities in order to save the world. Starring Dacre Montgomery, Naomi Scott and RJ Cyler.

“THE BOSS BABY” PG, 1:37. Animation, comedy, family. Maui Mall Megaplex and Lahaina Wharf Cinema.

A suit-wearing briefcase-carrying baby pairs up with his 7-year old brother to stop the dastardly plot of the CEO of Puppy Co. Starring Alec Baldwin, Steve Buscemi and Jimmy Kimmel.

“THE LAST WORD” PG, 1:44. Drama, sport. Ends today at Maui Mall Megaplex.

Harriet is a retired businesswoman who tries to control everything around her. When she decides to write her own obituary, a young journalist takes up the task of finding out the truth, resulting in a life-altering friendship. Starring Shirley MacLaine, Amanda Seyfried and AnnJewel Lee Dixon.

“THE SHACK” PG-13, 2:12. Drama, fantasy. Ends today at Maui Mall Megaplex.

A grieving man receives a mysterious, personal invitation to meet with God at a place called “The Shack.” Starring Sam Worthington, Octavia Spencer and Tim McGraw.

“THE ZOOKEEPER’S WIFE” PG-13, 2:04. Biography, drama, history. Maui Mall Megaplex.

The Zookeeper’s Wife tells the account of keepers of the Warsaw Zoo, Antonina and Jan Zabinski, who helped save hundreds of people and animals during the German invasion. Starring Jessica Chastain, Johan Heldenbergh and Daniel Bruhl.

• Movie listings reflect showings that are made available by theaters at press time. Films are subject to change and may be released after publication. For up-to-date movies and showtimes, visit www.fandango.com.­

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