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Kevin Bacon (standing), Mark Wahlberg and John Goodman star in “Patriots Day.” CBS Films and Lionsgate photo via AP
Zoe Saldana and Ben Affleck star in “Live by Night.” Warner Bros. Entertainment photo via AP
Riz Ahmed stars as Bodhi Rook in “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” Lucasfilm Ltd. photo via AP
Kevin Bacon (standing), Mark Wahlberg and John Goodman star in “Patriots Day.” CBS Films and Lionsgate photo via AP
Zoe Saldana and Ben Affleck star in “Live by Night.” Warner Bros. Entertainment photo via AP
Riz Ahmed stars as Bodhi Rook in “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” Lucasfilm Ltd. 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
"LIVE BY NIGHT" R, 2:08. Crime, drama. Kaahumanu 6.
A story set in the Prohibition Era and centered around a group of individuals and their dealings in the world of organized crime. Starring Ben Affleck, Elle Fanning and Brendan Gleeson.
"PATRIOTS DAY" R, 2:13. Drama, history, thriller. Kaahumanu 6.
An account of Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis' actions in the events leading up to the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing and the aftermath, which includes the citywide manhunt to find the terrorists behind it. Starring Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Monaghan and J.K. Simmons.
"SLEEPLESS" R, 1:35. Action, crime, thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.
A cop with a connection to the criminal underworld scours a nightclub in search of his kidnapped son. Starring Jamie Foxx, Michelle Monaghan and Dermot Mulroney.
"THE BYE BYE MAN" PG-13, 1:36. Horror, thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.
Three friends stumble upon the horrific origins of the Bye Bye Man, a mysterious figure they discover is the root cause of the evil behind man's most unspeakable acts. Starring Douglas Smith, Lucien Laviscount and Cressida Bonas.
SPECIAL SCREENING
"SINGIN' IN THE RAIN" PG, 2:09. Special event. Screenings are at noon and 7 p.m Saturday at Maui Mall Megaplex.
A silent film production company and cast make a difficult transition to sound. Starring Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds.
STILL PLAYING
"A MONSTER CALLS" PG-13, 1:48. Drama, fantasy. Maui Mall Megaplex.
A boy seeks the help of a tree monster to cope with his single mother's terminal illness. Starring Lewis MacDougall, Sigourney Weaver and Felicity Jones.
"ASSASSIN'S CREED" PG-13, 1:55. Action, adventure, fantasy. Maui Mall Megaplex. Ends today at Kaahumanu 6.
When Callum Lynch explores the memories of his ancestor Aguilar and gains the skills of a master assassin, he discovers he is a descendant of the secret assassins society. Starring Michael Fassbender, Marion Cotillard and Jeremy Irons.
"COLLATERAL BEAUTY" PG-13, 1:37. Drama. Maui Mall Megaplex.
Retreating from life after a tragedy, a man questions the universe by writing to Love, Time and Death. Receiving unexpected answers, he begins to see how these things interlock and how even loss can reveal moments of meaning and beauty. Starring Will Smith, Edward Norton and Kate Winslet.
"FENCES" PG-13, 2:13. Drama. Maui Mall Megaplex.
An African-American father struggles with race relations in the United States while trying to raise his family in the 1950s and coming to terms with the events of his life. Starring Denzel Washington, Viola Davis and Stephen Henderson.
"HIDDEN FIGURES" PG, 2:07. Drama. Maui Mall Megaplex and Kaahumanu 6.
Based on a true story of a team of African-American women who provide NASA with important mathematical data needed to launch the program's first successful space missions. Starring Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer and Janelle Monae.
"LA LA LAND" PG-13, 2:07. Comedy, drama. Maui Mall Megaplex.
A jazz pianist falls for an aspiring actress in Los Angeles. Starring Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone and Rosemarie DeWitt.
"LION" PG-13, 2:01. Drama. Ends tonight at Kaahumanu 6.
A 5-year-old Indian boy gets lost on the streets of Calcutta, thousands of miles from home. He survives many challenges before being adopted by a couple in Australia; 25 years later, he sets out to find his lost family. Starring Dev Patel, Nicole Kidman and Rooney Mara.
"MOANA" PG, 1:53. Animation, adventure, comedy. Kaahumanu 6.
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.
"PASSENGERS" PG-13, 1:56. Adventure, drama, romance. Kaahumanu 6.
A spacecraft traveling to a distant colony planet and transporting thousands of people has a malfunction in its sleep chambers. As a result, two passengers are awakened 90 years early. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Chris Pratt and Michael Sheen.
"ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY" PG-13, 2:13. Action, adventure. Maui Mall Megaplex and Lahaina Wharf Cinema.
The Rebellion makes a risky move to steal the plans for the Death Star, setting up the saga to follow. Starring Felicity Jones, Diego Luna and Alan Tudyk.
"SING" PG, 1:48. Animation, comedy, drama. Maui Mall Megaplex, Kaahumanu 6 and Lahaina Wharf Cinema.
A koala named Buster Moon has one final chance to restore his theater to its former glory by producing the world's greatest singing competition. Starring Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon and Seth MacFarlane.
"UNDERWORLD: BLOOD WARS" R, 1:31. Action, horror. Maui Mall Megaplex and Lahaina Wharf Cinema.
Vampire death dealer Selene fights to end the eternal war between the Lycan clan and the Vampire faction that betrayed her. Starring Kate Beckinsale, Theo James and Tobias Menzies.
"WHY HIM?" R, 1:51. Comedy. Maui Mall Megaplex.
A holiday gathering threatens to go off the rails when Ned Fleming realizes that his daughter’s Silicon Valley billionaire boyfriend is about to pop the question. Starring Zoey Deutch, James Franco and Tangie Ambrose.
* 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.