Movies

Sedona Film Festival presents ‘Every Night’s a Saturday Night’ Aug. 23

August 17, 2021

The Sedona International Film Festival presents the northern Arizona premiere of “Every Night’s a Saturday Night” on Monday, Aug. 23, at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, according to a news release.

Sedona Film Festival presents ‘Sublet’ premiere Aug. 20-25

August 17, 2021

The Sedona International Film Festival presents the northern Arizona theatrical premiere of “Sublet” showing Aug. 20-25 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, according to a news release.

Sedona Film Festival presents ‘Cowboys: A Documentary Portrait’ Aug. 20-25

August 17, 2021

The Sedona International Film Festival presents the northern Arizona theatrical premiere of “Cowboys: A Documentary Portrait” showing Aug. 20-25 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, according to a news release.

Review: Aretha Franklin bio ‘Respect’ maybe too respectful

By MARK KENNEDY, AP Entertainment Writer August 17, 2021

The tag line for the latest biopic about an American icon reads: “Find out what it means.” Good luck with that.

Review: In ‘The Suicide Squad,’ an anti-Captain America romp

August 17, 2021

One little article separates James Gunn’s “The Suicide Squad” from David Ayer’s “Suicide Squad.” But, oh, what a difference a word makes.

Sedona Film Festival presents encore of ‘Barney’s Version’ Aug. 17

August 10, 2021

The Sedona International Film Festival presents a “Festival Flashback” of “Barney’s Version” on Tuesday, Aug. 17, at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, according to a news release.

Sedona Film Festival presents ‘Charming the Hearts of Men’ premiere Aug. 13-19

August 10, 2021

The Sedona International Film Festival presents the northern Arizona premiere of the acclaimed new feature “Charming the Hearts of Men” showing Aug. 13-19 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, according to a news release.

Sedona Film Festival presents 'Ride the Eagle' premiere Aug. 13-18

August 10, 2021

The Sedona International Film Festival presents the northern Arizona premiere of the hilarious and heartfelt comedy “Ride the Eagle” showing Aug. 13-18 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, according to a news release.

Sedona Film Festival presents ‘An Evening of Magic and Comedy’ Aug. 19

August 10, 2021

The Sedona International Film Festival partners with Comedy Machine to present “An Evening of Magic and Comedy” on Thursday, Aug. 19, at 7 p.m., according to a news release.

Review: Billie Eilish remains brilliant with sophomore album

By MARK KENNEDY, AP Entertainment Writer August 10, 2021

Billie Eilish seems to be in a good place on her sophomore album.

Review: In ‘The Green Knight,’ an enchanting Arthurian dream

By JAKE COYLE, AP Film Writer August 10, 2021

Why, for starters, is the Green Knight green?

Review: In ‘Stillwater,’ a red state hero roams chic France

By MARK KENNEDY AP, Entertainment Writer August 10, 2021

Early on in “Stillwater,” a gruff oil rig worker from Oklahoma is asked what he’s doing in the French port city of Marseille. “Visiting my daughter,” he replies.

Sedona Film Festival presents encore of ‘Stan & Ollie’ Aug. 10

August 3, 2021

The Sedona International Film Festival presents a “Festival Flashback” of “Stan & Ollie” on Tuesday, Aug. 10, at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.

Sedona Film Festival presents ‘Long Story Short’ premiere Aug. 6-12

August 3, 2021

The Sedona International Film Festival presents the northern Arizona premiere of the acclaimed new Australian romantic comedy “Long Story Short” showing Aug. 6 to 12 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.

Sedona Film Festival presents ‘The Loneliest Whale’ premiere Aug. 6-12

August 3, 2021

The Sedona International Film Festival presents the northern Arizona premiere of the award-winning documentary, “The Loneliest Whale,” showing Aug. 6 to 12 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.

Review: Emily Blunt transcends overstuffed ‘Jungle Cruise’

By LINDSEY BAHR, AP Film Writer August 3, 2021

Remember lighthearted throwback adventure movies? “The Mummy”? “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”? “Pirates of the Caribbean”? The first one, at least? How about the classic romantic banter of a handsome but wholly mismatched pair in “Romancing the Stone” or “The African Queen”?

Review: ‘Snake Eyes’ doesn’t play its cards right

By LINDSEY BAHR, AP Film Writer August 3, 2021

Henry Golding has undeniable screen presence. He’s handsome, sure.

Review: Crystal waters, soft sands, clunky dialogue in ‘Old’

By JOCELYN NOVECK, AP National Writer August 3, 2021

Can you believe I found this online?” a delighted Prisca asks husband Guy at the beginning of “Old,” as their family arrives at a glistening beach resort.

‘Space Jam’ dunks on ‘Black Widow’ to take box office No. 1

By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer July 27, 2021

LeBron James, Bugs Bunny and the rest of the stars of Warner Bros.’ “Space Jam: A New Legacy” defied expectations and won the box office this weekend. According to studio estimates Sunday, “Space Jam: A New Legacy” grossed $31.7 million in North America, while “Black Widow” took in $26.3 million.

Review: ‘Val’ offers a deep portrait of actor Val Kilmer

By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer July 27, 2021

In his latest film, Val Kilmer gets an unusual screen credit for a bona fide Hollywood movie star: cinematographer.

Netflix’s ‘UNTOLD’ to dive deep into epic sports moments

By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. AP Entertainment Writer July 27, 2021

Caitlyn Jenner’s reflections about winning an Olympic gold medal, boxer Christy Martin’s fight for her life outside the ring and the infamous “Malice at the Palace” brawl are some of the most controversial sports moments highlighted in a new Netflix docuseries airing next month.