Pieces Of A Woman - 1/7

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Pieces of a Woman tells the story of Martha and Sean Carson (Vanessa Kirby and Shia LaBeouf) who suffer a tragic loss after an attempted home birth goes tragically wrong due to the incompetence of the midwife. Martha's grief is compounded by her marital problems, a strained relationship with her mother, and the public scrutiny that accompanies the criminal trial of the woman they trusted to deliver their child. Kata Wéber wrote the movie's screenplay, and the film was directed by Kornél Mundruczóis, adapted from their stage play of the same name. Martin Scorsese served as executive producer. The film premiered at the Venice International Film Festival, and Kirby took home the Volpi Cup for Best Actress.

Charming - 1/8

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In this animated musical, Prince Charming (voiced by Wilmer Valderrama) suffers from a curse that causes every woman he meets to fall hopelessly in love with him. With his 21rst birthday looming, the Prince must find his one true love, or all the love in his kingdom will disappear. The cast also includes Demi Lovato, Avril Lavigne, Ashley Tisdale, John Cleese, and Nia Vardalos.

Stuck Apart - 1/8

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Directed by Durul and Yagmur Taylan, this Turkish comedy stars Engin Günaydın, Haluk Bilginer, and Binnur Kaya and look at life entrenched within a midlife crisis, as central character Aziz seeks solace from his mundane job, lonesome friends, and rowdy family.

Crack: Cocaine, Corruption & Conspiracy - 1/11

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Directed by Stanley Nelson, this documentary will explore the complex history of crack in the 1980s as it emerged as a cheap, powerful drug during a recession, igniting a moral panic fueled by racism.

Outside The Wire - 1/15

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This sci-fi thriller stars Marvel Cinematic Universe mainstay and Falcon and the Winter Soldier star Anthony Mackie, playing Leo, a cyborg soldier. Leo's partnered with drone pilot Lieutenant Thomas Harp (Damson Idris), and the pair are sent on a mission into a war zone to stop a nuclear attack. Mikael Håfström directed the movie, and the cast includes Pilou Asbæk, Emily Beecham, Michael Kelly, Kristina Tonteri-Young, and Bobby Lockwood.