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Kevin Hart (from left), Tiffany Haddish and Taran Killam in a scene from "Night School." Universal Pictures via AP
Jack Black (from left), Owen Vaccaro and Cate Blanchett in a scene from “The House With A Clock in Its Walls.” Universal Pictures via AP
Jennifer Garner in a scene from “Peppermint.” STXfilms via AP
Olivia Wilde (left), and Oscar Isaac in a scene from “Life Itself.” Amazon Pictures via AP
Kevin Hart (from left), Tiffany Haddish and Taran Killam in a scene from "Night School." Universal Pictures via AP
Jack Black (from left), Owen Vaccaro and Cate Blanchett in a scene from “The House With A Clock in Its Walls.” Universal Pictures via AP
Jennifer Garner in a scene from “Peppermint.” STXfilms via AP
Olivia Wilde (left), and Oscar Isaac in a scene from “Life Itself.” Amazon Pictures via AP
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SPECIAL EVENTS
"NT LIVE: KING LEAR" NR, 3:40. Concert/special events. Maui Mall Megaplex. 7 p.m. tonight.
Captured live from London's West End, see Ian McKellen's 'extraordinarily moving portrayal' (Independent) of King Lear. Considered by many to be the greatest tragedy ever written, "King Lear" sees two ageing fathers --one a king, one his courtier -- reject the children who truly love them. Their blindness unleashes a tornado of pitiless ambition and treachery, as family and state are plunged into a violent power struggle with bitter ends.
"ABOVE AND BEYOND: NASA'S JOURNEY TO TOMORROW" PG, 1:35. Concert/special events. Maui Mall Megaplex. 12:55 p.m. Saturday and 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Fathom Events and Discovery Channel are partnering to bring "NASA: Above and Beyond" as NASA celebrates its 60th anniversary by shining a spotlight on the historic institution taking us to the moon, to the surface of Mars, to the outer edge of our solar system and beyond. "Above and Beyond" celebrates NASA's many accomplishments in space, and catapults viewers forward to where it's headed in the future. The film examines the extraordinary ways NASA has changed not only our vision of the universe, but also our planet, and ourselves.
"MY NEIGHBOR TOTORO -- STUDIO GHIBLI FEST 2018" PG, 2:00. Concert/special events. Maui Mall Megaplex. 12:55 p.m. Sunday; 7 pm. Monday and Wednesday.
Fathom Events and GKIDS are excited to bring the 30th anniversary of Hayao Miyazaki's beloved classic, "My Neighbor Totoro," to movie theatres nationwide for a special three-day event as part of Studio Ghibli Fest 2018.
When Satsuki and her sister Mei move with their father to a new home in the countryside, they find country life is not as simple as it seems. They soon discover that the house and nearby woods are full of strange and delightful creatures, including a gigantic but gentle forest spirit called Totoro, who can only be seen by children. Totoro and his friends introduce the girls to a series of adventures, including a ride aboard the extraordinary Cat Bus in this all-ages animated masterpiece featuring the voices of Tim Daly, Lea Salonga and real-life sisters Dakota and Elle Fanning. This is a classic tale of magic and adventure for the whole family.
"THE TRUMP PROPHECY" PG-13, 2:00. Concert/special events. Maui Mall Megaplex. 7 p.m. Tuesday.
"The Trump Prophecy: A Voice of Hope - A Movement of Prayer" is the story of Fireman Mark Taylor and what he heard God tell him about America, Israel and the world. This story of prayer and hope seeks to answer the question, "What does MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN really mean?" Inspiring and uplifting as it reminds us of the privilege and blessings we enjoy as Americans, "The Trump Prophecy" will include a reflective panel discussion with global leaders in history, religion and politics.
"CARRIE (1976)" PG, 2:00. Concert/special events. Maui Mall Megaplex. 7 p.m. Wednesday.
In this 1976 chilling adaptation of Stephen King's horror novel, withdrawn and sensitive teen Carrie White (Sissy Spacek) faces taunting from classmates at school and abuse from her fanatically pious mother (Piper Laurie) at home. When strange occurrences start happening around Carrie, she begins to suspect that she has supernatural powers. Eventually things take a dark and violent turn.
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"HELL FEST" R, 1:29. Horror. Maui Mall Megaplex.
A masked killer targets unsuspecting patrons at a horror theme park on Halloween night. Starring Amy Forsyth, Reign Edwards and Bex Taylor-Klaus.
"NIGHT SCHOOL" PG-13, 1:51. Comedy. Maui Mall Megaplex.
A man deals with misfit students and a feisty teacher while attending night school to get his GED. Starring Kevin Hart, Tiffany Haddish and Rob Riggle.
"SMALL FOOT" PG, 1:36. Animated, Comedy. Kaahumanu 6
A Yeti named Migo stirs up his community when he discovers something that he didn't know existed -- a human. Starring Channing Tatum, James Corden and Zendaya.
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"ASSASSINATION NATION" R, 1:50. Action/adventure, Suspense/thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.
Anger erupts into violence as four teenage girls fight for their lives against an armed mob. Starring Odessa Young, Suki Waterhouse and Hari Nef.
"CRAZY RICH ASIANS" PG-13, 2:00. Comedy. Kaahumanu 6, Maui Mall Megaplex, 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.
"FAHRENHEIT 11/9" R, 2:10. Documentary. Maui Mall Megaplex.
Michael Moore's "Fahrenheit 11/9" is a provocative and comedic look at the times in which we live. It will explore the two most important questions of the Trump Era: How the f**k did we get here, and how the f**k do we get out? It's the film to see before it's too late.
"THE HOUSE WITH A CLOCK IN ITS WALLS" PG, 1:45. Action/adventure, comedy. Maui Mall Megaplex, Kaahumanu 6, Regal Wharf Cinemas, Regency Kihei Cinemas.
Ten-year-old Lewis goes to live with his uncle in a creaky old house that contains a mysterious ticktock noise. When Lewis accidentally awakens the dead, the town's sleepy facade magically springs to life with a secret world of witches and warlocks. Starring Jack Black, Cate Blanchett and Owen Vaccaro.
"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.
"LIFE ITSELF" R, 1:58. Drama, Romance. Maui Mall Megaplex.
As a young New York couple goes from college romance to marriage and the birth of their first child, the unexpected twists of their journey create reverberations that echo over continents and through lifetimes. Starring Oscar Isaac, Olivia Wilde and Mandy Patinkin.
"THE MEG" PG-13, 1:53. Action/adventure, Sci-Fi/fantasy, Suspense/thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.
A deep-sea submersible has been attacked by a massive creature, previously thought to be extinct, and now lies disabled at the bottom of the deepest trench in the Pacific ... with its crew trapped inside. Starring Jason Statham, Li Bingbing and Rainn Wilson.
"THE NUN" R, 1:36. Horror, suspense/thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.
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.
"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.
"THE PREDATOR" R, 1:41. Action/adventure, horror. Maui Mall Megaplex, Kaahumanu 6, Regal Wharf Cinemas, Regency Kihei Cinemas.
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.
"SEARCHING." PG-13, 1:42. Drama, suspense/thriller. Maui Mall Megaplex.
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.
"A SIMPLE FAVOR" R, 1:56. Suspense/thriller. Kaahumanu 6, Regal Wharf Cinemas, Regency Kihei Cinemas.
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.
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.
"THE WIFE." R, 1:40. Drama. Maui Mall Megaplex.
After nearly forty years of marriage, Joan and Joe Castleman are complements. Joe enjoys his very public role as Great American Novelist, Joan pours her considerable intellect, grace, charm and diplomacy into the private role of a great man's wife. Starring Glenn Close, Jonathan Pryce and Christian Slater.
* Movie listings reflect showings that are made available by theaters at press time. For up-to-date movies and showtimes, visit www.fandango.com.