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Vanessa Anne Williams, left, and Owen Vaccaro in a scene from “The House With A Clock in Its Walls.” Universal Pictures via /AP

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

NEW THIS WEEK

“FAHRENHEIT 11/9” R, 2:10. Documentary. Maui Mall Megaplex. Opens Friday.

Michael Moore’s “Fahrenheit 11/9” is a provocative and comedic look at the times in which we live. It will explore the two most important questions of the Trump Era: How the f**k did we get here, and how the f**k do we get out? It’s the film to see before it’s too late.

“THE HOUSE WITH A CLOCK IN ITS WALLS” PG, 1:45.

“Peppermint” is an action thriller about young mother Riley North (Jennifer Garner), who awakens from a coma after her husband and daughter are killed in a brutal attack. STXfilms via AP

Action/adventure, comedy. Kaahumanu 6, Regal Wharf Cinemas, Regency Kihei Cinemas. Opens tonight.

Ten-year-old Lewis goes to live with his uncle in a creaky old house that contains a mysterious ticktock noise. When Lewis accidentally awakens the dead, the town’s sleepy facade magically springs to life with a secret world of witches and warlocks. Starring Jack Black, Cate Blanchett and Owen Vaccaro.

ONGOING

“ALPHA” PG-13, 1:47. Action/adventure. Kaahumanu 6.

An epic adventure set in the last Ice Age, this is a fascinating, visually stunning story that shines a light on the origins of man’s best friend. While on his first hunt, a young man is injured and must learn to survive alone in the wilderness. Reluctantly taming a lone wolf abandoned by its pack, the pair learn to rely on each other and become unlikely allies. Starring Kodi Smit-McPhee and Johannes Haukur Johannesson.

Lindsay Pulsipher in a scene from the film “God Bless the Broken Road.” 10 West Studios via AP

“A.X.L.” PG, 1:40. Action/ adventure, Family. Maui Mall Megaplex.

A.X.L. is a top-secret, robotic dog who develops a special friendship with Miles and will go to any length to protect his new companion. Starring Becky G, Alex Neustaedter and Patricia De Leon.

“CRAZY RICH ASIANS” PG-13 2:00. Comedy. Kaahumanu 6, Maui Mall Megaplex, Regal Wharf Cinemas, Regency Kihei Cinemas.

Rachel Chu is happy to accompany her longtime boyfriend, Nick, to his best friend’s wedding in Singapore. She’s also surprised to learn that Nick’s family is extremely wealthy and he’s considered one of the country’s most eligible bachelors. Thrust into the spotlight, Rachel must now contend with jealous socialites, quirky relatives and something far, far worse. Starring Constance Wu, Henry Golding and Michelle Yeoh.

“CHRISTOPHER ROBIN” PG, 1:44. Action/adventure, Comedy. Kaahumanu 6.

Winnie-the-Pooh and friends reunite with old pal Christopher Robin — now an adult. Starring Ewan McGregor, Hayley Atwell and Bronte Carmichael.

“GOD BLESS THE BROKEN ROAD” PG, 1:53. Drama. Maui Mall Megaplex.

This film narrates the journey of a young mother who loses her husband in Afghanistan and struggles to raise their young daughter in his absence. The film combines elements of faith, country music and stock-car racing while paying tribute to those who serve in the United States military. Starring Lindsay Pulsipher, Makenzie Moss and Andrew W. Walker.

“THE HOWS OF US” PG, 1:53. Drama. Kaahumanu 6.

Primo and George are in a long-term relationship and already building and planning their future together. Their love will be put to the test as their relationship faces hurdles — from misunderstandings to different career paths among others. How will they save their “us”? Starring Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo

“MILE 22” R, 1:35. Action/ adventure. Maui Mall Megaplex, Regal Wharf Cinemas.

Aided by a top-secret tactical command team, Silva must retrieve and transport an asset who holds life-threatening information to Mile 22 for extraction before the enemy closes in. Starring Mark Wahlberg, Lauren Cohan and Iko Uwais.

“MISSION IMPOSSIBLE — FALLOUT” PG-13, 2:27. Action/ adventure, suspense/thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.

The best intentions often come back to haunt you as Ethan Hunt, his IMF team and some familiar allies find themselves in a race against time after a mission goes wrong. Starring Tom Cruise, Henry Cavill and Simon Pegg.

“THE NUN” R, 1:36. Horror, suspense/thriller. Kaahumanu 6, Maui Mall Megaplex, Regal Wharf Cinemas, Regency Kihei Cinemas.

When a young nun at a cloistered abbey in Romania takes her own life, a priest with a haunted past and a novitiate on the threshold of her final vows are sent by the Vatican to investigate. Together they uncover the order’s unholy secret in the form of the same demonic nun that first terrorized audiences in “The Conjuring 2.” Starring Taissa Farmiga, Demian Bichir and Bonnie Aarons.

“OPERATION FINALE” PG-13, 2:02. Drama. Maui Mall Megaplex, Regency Kihei Cinemas.

Fifteen years after the end of World War II, Israel’s intelligence agency Mossad and security agency Shin Bet — led by the tireless and heroic agent Peter Malkin — launched a daring top-secret raid to capture the notorious Adolf Eichmann. Starring Oscar Isaac, Ben Kingsley and Melanie Laurent.

“PEPPERMINT” R, 2:02. Action/adventure, suspense/thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.

Riley North awakens from a coma after her husband and daughter are killed in a brutal attack on the family. When the system frustratingly shields the murderers from justice, Riley sets out to transform herself from citizen to urban guerilla. Starring Jennifer Garner, John Ortiz and John Gallagher, Jr.

“POPE FRANCIS — A MAN OF HIS WORD” PG, 1:36. Documentary. Maui Mall Megaplex.

This film is intended to be a personal journey with Pope Francis, rather than a biographical documentary about him, which sets out to present his work of reform and his answers to today’s global questions. Ends today.

“THE PREDATOR” R, 1:41. Action/adventure, horror. Maui Mall Megaplex, Kaahumanu 6.

When a boy accidentally triggers the return to Earth of the universe’s most lethal hunters, only a ragtag crew of ex-soldiers and a disgruntled science teacher can prevent the end of the human race. Starring Boyd Holbrook, Trevante Rhodes and Jacob Tremblay.

“SEARCHING.” PG-13, 1:42. Drama, suspense/thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.

A desperate man searches for clues on his daughter’s laptop after she goes missing without a trace. Starring John Cho, Debra Messing and Joseph Lee.

“A SIMPLE FAVOR” R, 1:56. Suspense/thriller. Kaahumanu 6, Regal Wharf Cinemas, Regency Kihei Cinemas.

The story about a mommy vlogger who seeks to uncover the truth behind her best friend Emily’s sudden disappearance from their small town. Starring Blake Lively, Anna Kendrick and Henry Golding.

“WHITE BOY RICK” R, 1:51. Drama, suspense/thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.

Based on the true story of a blue-collar father and his teenage son, Rick Wershe Jr., who became an undercover police informant and later a drug dealer before he was abandoned by his handlers and sentenced to life in prison. Starring Matthew McConaughey, Richie Merritt and Jennifer Jason Leigh.

“THE WIFE.” R, 1:40. Drama. Maui Mall Megaplex.

After nearly forty years of marriage, Joan and Joe Castleman are complements. Joe enjoys his very public role as Great American Novelist, Joan pours her considerable intellect, grace, charm and diplomacy into the private role of a great man’s wife. Starring Glenn Close, Jonathan Pryce and Christian Slater.

* Movie listings reflect showings that are made available by theaters at press time. For up-to-date movies and showtimes, visit www.fandango.com.­

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