Latest Movies

June 12, 2014

These are Maui Scene's minireviews, excerpts of wire service reviews and previews provided by studios and other sources.OPENS TONIGHT* "HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2" PG, 1:42. Animation, action, adventure. Maui Mall Megaplex.When Hiccup and Toothless discover an ice cave that is home to hundreds of new, wild dragons and the mysterious Dragon Rider, the two friends find themselves at the center of a battle to protect the peace. Voiced by Jay Baruchel, Cate Blanchett and Gerard Butler.OPENS FRIDAY* "22 JUMP STREET" R, 1:52. Action, comedy, crime. Kaahumanu 6.After making their way through ...

Maui Film Festival in full force with events, screenings, more

June 5, 2014

Entering its much anticipated 15th year of award-winning cinema, the 2014 Maui Film Festival announced its updated lineup of honorees, screenings and special events taking place, which kicked off Wednesday and continues through Sunday in Wailea and Kahului. Special entertainment, dining and film events will be held at the following venues: Celestial Cinema located at the Wailea Gold and Emerald Golf Course; the Seaside Cinema Music Cafe & Sunset Lounge at the Grand Wailea; Castle and McCoy Studio theaters at Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului; and the Toes in the Sand Cinema ...

Latest Movies

June 5, 2014

These are Maui Scene's minireviews, excerpts of wire service reviews and previews provided by studios and other sources.OPENS TONIGHT* "EDGE OF TOMORROW" PG-13, 1:53. Action, sci-fi. Maui Mall Megaplex. An officer finds himself caught in a time loop amid a war with an alien race. His skills increase as he faces the same brutal combat scenarios, and his union with a Special Forces warrior gets him closer and closer to defeating the enemy. Starring Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt and Bill Paxton.* "THE FAULT IN OUR STARS" PG-13, 2:05. Drama, romance. Kaahumanu 6. Hazel and Gus are two teenagers ...

Latest Movies

May 29, 2014

These are Maui Scene's minireviews, excerpts of wire service reviews and previews provided by studios and other sources.OPENS TONIGHT"MALEFICENT" PG, 1:37. Action, adventure, family. Maui Mall Megaplex.Discover the untold story of one of Disney's most infamous villains: Maleficent from "Sleeping Beauty." Fueled by revenge and a fierce desire to control her kingdom, Maleficent places an irrevocable curse on the king's newborn infant, Aurora. Soon, Maleficent realizes that Aurora may be the only one who can restore peace to the animal and human kingdoms. The stone-cold villainess takes ...

Maui Film Festival highlights Wednesday screenings

May 29, 2014

The 15th annual Maui Film Festival will bring some of the film industry's brightest stars to big screens in Wailea and Kahului starting Wednesday and continuing through June 8. Film and event venues include: Celestial Cinema at Wailea Golf Course Amphitheater; Seaside Cindema at Grand Wailea; Castle and McCoy theaters at Maui Arts & Cultural Center; and Toes-in-the Sand Cinema at Wailea Beach. Check out the lineup of Wednesday screenings here, and visit www.mauifilmfestial.com for details.CASTLE THEATER6 P.M. "DYING TO KNOW: RAM DASS AND TIMOTHY LEARY" (Unrated)Director: Gay ...

Latest Movies

May 22, 2014

These are Maui Scene's minireviews, excerpts of wire service reviews and previews provided by studios andother sources.OPENS TONIGHT* "X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST" PG-13, 2:11. Adventure, fantasy. Maui Mall Megaplex and Lahaina Wharf Cinema on Friday.The X-Men send Wolverine to the past in a desperate effort to change history and prevent an event that results in doom for both humans and mutants. Starring Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen and Hugh Jackman.OPENING FRIDAY* "BLENDED" PG-13, 1:57. Comedy. Maui Mall Megaplex.After a bad blind date, a man and woman find themselves stuck together at ...