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SPECIAL EVENTS

"THE DAWN WALL" PG, 1:55. Concert/special events. Maui Mall Megaplex. 7 p.m. Wednesday.

Fathom Events, The Orchard, Sender Films and Red Bull Media House present the story of rock climbers Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson who captivated the world with their effort to climb The Dawn Wall, a seemingly impossible 3,000-foot rock face in Yosemite National Park. The pair lived on the sheer vertical cliff for weeks, igniting a frenzy of global media attention. But for Caldwell, The Dawn Wall was much more than just a climb, it was the culmination of a lifetime defined by overcoming obstacles.

"MOSES" G, 2:00. Concert/special events. Maui Mall Megaplex. 6:30 p.m. tonight and 12:55 p.m. Saturday.

Sight & Sound Theatres presents "Moses," the epic story of an unlikely hero -- until God calls on him to free the Israelites -- in jaw-dropping scale with massive sets and spectacular special effects. In addition to the features, enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the history of Sight & Sound Theatres.

NEW THIS WEEK

"MANDY" NR, 2:01. Action/adventure, suspense/thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex. Opens tonight.

Red Miller and Mandy Bloom lead a peaceful existence. When their pine-scented haven is savagely destroyed by a cult led by the sadistic Jeremiah Sand, Red is catapulted into a phantasmagoric journey filled with bloody vengeance and laced with fire. Starring Nicolas Cage, Andrea Riseborough and Linus Roache.

"THE PREDATOR" R, 1:41. Action/adventure, horror. Maui Mall Megaplex, Kaahumanu 6. Opens Friday.

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.

"A SIMPLE FAVOR" R, 1:56. Suspense/thriller. Kaahumanu 6, Regency Kihei Cinemas. Opens Friday.

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. Opens Friday.

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.

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.

"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 HAPPYTIME MURDERS" R, 1:31. Action/adventure, Comedy. Maui Mall Megaplex.

Two clashing detectives with a shared secret, one human and one puppet, are forced to work together again to solve the brutal murders of the former cast of a beloved classic puppet television show. Starring Melissa McCarthy, Maya Rudolph and Joel McHale.

"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

"KIN" PG-13, 1:42. Action/adventure Sci-Fi/fantasy. Maui Mall Megaplex.

KIN, a pulse-pounding crime thriller with a sci-fi twist, is the story of an unexpected hero destined for greatness. Starring Josh Baker, Jack Reynor and Myles Truitt.

"THE LITTLE STRANGER" R, 1:51. Horror Suspense/thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.

Dr. Faraday, the son of a housemaid, has built a life of quiet respectability as a country doctor. During the long hot summer of 1948, he is called to a patient at Hundreds Hall, where his mother once worked. The Hall has been home to the Ayres family for more than two centuries. But it is now in decline and its inhabitants – mother, son and daughter – are haunted by something more ominous than a dying way of life. Starring Domhnall Gleeson, Ruth Wilson and Will Poulter.

"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 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.

"SEARCHING." PG-13, 1:42. Drama, Suspense/Thriller. Kaahumanu 6. Ends Thursday.

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.

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