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Kate McKinnon (from left), Jason Bateman, T.J. Miller and Olivia Munn star in “Office Christmas Party.” Paramount Pictures photo via AP
Lily Collins and Alden Ehrenreich star in “Rules Don’t Apply.” Twentieth Century Fox photo via AP
Kate McKinnon (from left), Jason Bateman, T.J. Miller and Olivia Munn star in “Office Christmas Party.” Paramount Pictures photo via AP
Lily Collins and Alden Ehrenreich star in “Rules Don’t Apply.” Twentieth Century Fox photo via AP
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These are Maui Scene's minireviews, excerpts of wire service reviews and previews that are provided by studios and other sources.
OPENS TONIGHT
"OFFICE CHRISTMAS PARTY" R, 1:45. Comedy. Maui Mall Megaplex, Kaahumanu 6 and Lahaina Wharf Cinema.
When his uptight CEO sister threatens to shut down his branch, the branch manager throws an epic Christmas party in order to land a big client and save the day, but the party gets way out of hand. Starring Jason Bateman, Olivia Munn and T.J. Miller.
"THE BOUNCE BACK" PG-13, 1:44. Romance. Maui Mall Megaplex.
A relationship guru and best-selling author finds himself falling for the licensed therapist who questions his methods. Starring Nadine Velazquez, Shemar Moore and Michael Beach.
SPECIAL SCREENING:
"THE METROPOLITAN OPERA: L'AMOUR DE LOIN" Live in HD. 3:00. Special event. Screening is at 12:55 p.m. Saturday at Maui Mall Megaplex.
A special live in HD broadcast of Saariaho's "L'amour De Loin."
"FROM HERE TO ETERNITY" 1953, PG-13, 2:10. Special event. Screenings are at 2 and 7 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday at Maui Mall Megaplex.
In Hawaii in 1941, a private is cruelly punished for not boxing on his unit’s team, while his captain’s wife and second-in-command are falling in love. Starring Burt Lancaster, Montgomery Clift and Deborah Kerr.
"GEORGE TAKEI'S ALLEGIANCE ON BROADWAY" PG, 2:30. Special event. Screening is at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Maui Mall Megaplex.
Fathom Events and Sing Out, Louise! Productions present George Takei's profound work, "Allegiance: The Broadway Musical" on the big screen, featuring behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with the cast and crew.
STILL PLAYING
"ALLIED" R, 2:04. Action, drama, history. Maui Mall Megaplex.
In 1942, an intelligence officer in North Africa encounters a female French Resistance fighter on a deadly mission behind enemy lines. When they reunite in London, their relationship is tested by the pressures of war. Starring Brad Pitt, Marion Cotillard and Jared Harris.
"ARRIVAL" PG-13, 1:56. Drama, mystery, sci-fi. Maui Mall Megaplex.
A linguist is recruited by the military to assist in translating alien communications. Starring Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker.
"BAD SANTA 2" R, 1:32. Comedy. Maui Mall Megaplex and Lahaina Wharf Cinema.
Fueled by cheap whiskey, greed and hatred, Willie teams up once again with his angry little sidekick, Marcus, to knock off a Chicago charity on Christmas Eve. Starring Billy Bob Thornton, Kathy Bates and Tony Cox.
"BLEED FOR THIS" R, 1:56. Biography, drama, sport. Maui Mall Megaplex.
The inspirational story of world champion boxer Vinny Pazienza, who, after a near fatal car crash that left him not knowing if he'd ever walk again, made one of the most incredible sports comebacks. Starring Miles Teller, Aaron Eckhart and Katey Sagal.
"DOCTOR STRANGE" PG-13, 1:55. Action, adventure, fantasy. Maui Mall Megaplex.
A former neurosurgeon embarks on a journey of healing only to be drawn into the world of the mystic arts. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Rachel McAdams.
"FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM" PG-13, 2:13. Adventure, family, fantasy. Kaahumanu 6 and Lahaina Wharf Cinema.
The adventures of writer Newt Scamander in New York’s secret community of witches and wizards 70 years before Harry Potter reads his book in school. Starring Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston and Colin Farrell.
"HACKSAW RIDGE" R, 2:11. Biography, drama, romance. Maui Mall Megaplex.
World War II American Army medic Desmond T. Doss, who served during the Battle of Okinawa, refuses to kill people and becomes the first conscientious objector in American history to be awarded the Medal of Honor. Starring Andrew Garfield, Sam Worthington and Luke Bracey.
"INCARNATE" PG-13, 1:31. Horror, thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.
A scientist with the ability to enter the subconscious minds of the possessed must save a young boy from the grips of a demon with powers never seen before, while facing the horrors of his past. Starring Carice van Houten, Aaron Eckhart and David Mazouz.
"LOVING" PG-13, 2:03. Biography, drama. Maui Mall Megaplex.
Richard and Mildred Loving, an interracial couple, are sentenced to prison in Virginia in 1958 for getting married. Starring Ruth Negga, Joel Edgerton and Will Dalton.
"MOANA" PG, 1:53. Animation, adventure, comedy. Kaahumanu 6 and Lahaina Wharf Cinema.
A young woman uses her navigational talents to set sail for a fabled island. Joining her on the adventure is her hero, the legendary demi-god Maui. Starring Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson and Rachel House.
"NOCTURNAL ANIMALS" R, 1:56. Drama, thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.
An art gallery owner is haunted by her ex-husband's novel, a violent thriller she interprets as a veiled threat and a symbolic revenge tale. Starring Amy Adams, Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Shannon.
"RULES DON'T APPLY" PG-13, 2:06. Comedy, drama, romance. Maui Mall Megaplex.
An unconventional love story of an aspiring actress, her determined driver and the eccentric billionaire who they work for. Starring Lily Collins, Haley Bennett and Taissa Farmiga.
"THE ACCOUNTANT" R, 2:08. Action, crime, drama. Maui Mall Megaplex
As a math savant uncooks the books for a new client, the Treasury Department closes in on his activities and the body count starts to rise. Starring Ben Affleck, Anna Kendrick and J.K. Simmons.
"THE EDGE OF SEVENTEEN" R, 1:44. Comedy, drama. Maui Mall Megaplex.
High school life gets even more unbearable for Nadine when her best friend, Krista, starts dating her older brother. Starring Hailee Steinfeld, Haley Lu Richardson and Blake Jenner.
"THE UNMARRIED WIFE" NR, 2:10. Drama, romance. Maui Mall Megaplex.
A businesswoman confronts her husband about his infidelity. Starring Dingdong Dantes, Angelica Panganiban and Paulo Avelino.
"TROLLS" PG, 1:32. Animation, adventure, comedy. Maui Mall Megaplex. Ends today at Kaahumanu 6.
After the Bergens invade Troll Village, Poppy, the happiest Troll ever born, and the curmudgeonly Branch set off on a journey to rescue her friends. Starring Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake and Zooey Deschanel.
* 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.