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These are Maui Scene's minireviews, excerpts of wire service reviews and previews provided by studios and other sources.OPENED WEDNESDAY"ROBOCOP" PG-13, 1:18. Action crime, sci-fi. Kaahumanu 6 and Lahaina Wharf Cinema. See Film Review.In 2028 Detroit, when Alex Murphy (Joel Kinnaman) a loving husband, father and good cop is critically injured in the line of duty, the multinational conglomerate OmniCorp sees its chance for a part-man, part-robot police officer. Starring Joel Kinnaman, Douglas Urbanski and Abbie Cornish.OPENS TONIGHT"ABOUT LAST NIGHT" R, 2:18. Comedy, romance. Maui Mall ...

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KiheiWHALES UNDER THE STARS FRIDAYDon't miss this free evening featuring an outdoor multimedia presentation with thrilling video, sounds and photos of whales around the world, accompanied by a presentation by renowned whale research pioneer, author and activist Greg Kaufman. It takes place under the stars at Kalama Park in Kihei from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday. This special "Whale Day Eve" event is free and open to the public. Seats will be provided (or bring your own lawn chair and blanket). Reservations for seating are strongly recommended. For more information, call 249-8811, Ext. ...

‘RoboCop’ remake topical in world of drones

When the original "RoboCop" came out in 1987, it seemed like a piece of far-fetched science fiction paranoia. The "RoboCop" remake, which arrived in theaters Wednesday, looks more like next year's newscast.Director Jose Padilha and writer Joshua Zetumer let the reality of America's current war-by-drones program loom over every decision and ethical argument here, and then they drive the point home with a Fox-News type TV host (Samuel L. Jackson) relentlessly advocating for the use of robotic police. It all looks eerily familiar.The year is 2028, and a corporation called OmniCorp - based ...

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These are Maui Scene's minireviews, excerpts of wire service reviews and previews provided by studios and other sources.OPENS TONIGHT* "THE MONUMENTS MEN" PG-13, 1:58. Action, biography, drama. Maui Mall Megaplex.An unlikely World War II platoon is tasked with rescuing art masterpieces from Nazi thieves and returning them to their owners. Starring George Clooney, Cate Blanchett and Matt Damon.STILL PLAYING* "AMERICAN HUSTLE" R, 2:18. Crime, drama. Maui Mall Megaplex.A con man, Irving Rosenfeld, along with his seductive British partner, Sydney Prosser, is forced to work for a wild FBI ...

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These are Maui Scene's minireviews, excerpts of wire service reviews and previews provided by studios and other sources.OPENS TONIGHT"THAT AWKWARD MOMENT" R, 1:34. Comedy, romance. Maui Mall Megaplex.Zac Efron, Miles Teller and Michael B. Jordan star as three best friends who find themselves at the roadblock of many a romance: the realization that getting some means wanting more. They end up learning that relationship rules of the dating game sometimes have to be redefined.OPENS FRIDAY"BRIDE FOR RENT" NR, 1:36. Romance, Comedy, Special interest. Kaahumanu 6. Tagalog and English.Starring ...

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These are Maui Scene's minireviews, excerpts of wire service reviews and previews provided by studios and other sources.OPENS FRIDAY"DALLAS BUYERS CLUB" (2013) R, 1:52. Biography, drama, history. Maui Mall Megaplex.In 1985 Dallas, electrician and hustler Ron Woodroof works around the system to help AIDS patients get the medication they need after he is diagnosed with the disease. The film has nominations for six Oscars. Starring Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Garner and Jared Leto.Still Playing"AMERICAN HUSTLE" R, 2:18. Crime, drama. Maui Mall Megaplex.A con man, Irving Rosenfeld, along ...