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Coyote vs. Acme #2

Coyote vs. Acme

Coyote vs. Acme: A Silly, Crowd-Pleasing Caper

This live action family comedy adventure sends Wile E. Coyote to hire a billboard lawyer to sue the Acme Corporation after its gadgets fail him one too many times. With Will Forte, John Cena, and Lana Condor, it is light and playful, and its PG rating makes it comfortable for kids and grown-ups alike. It scores a sparkling 96% on Rotten Tomatoes and 7.6 on IMDb.

  • 96% on Rotten Tomatoes and 7.6 on IMDb
  • Light, silly humour the whole family can follow
  • Showing at two cinemas this week

Not currently screening

The Magic Faraway Tree #3

The Magic Faraway Tree

The Magic Faraway Tree: Countryside Wonder for the Family

A modern family relocates to the countryside, where the children find a magical tree whose eccentric residents whisk them away to fantastical lands and rekindle their family bond. This live action fantasy adventure stars Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy, and Nicola Coughlan. Rated PG, it is gentle, imaginative fun that suits primary-age children and up.

  • Imaginative PG fantasy adventure to share together
  • Stars Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy
  • Playing at two cinemas with several screenings

Not currently screening

Forgotten Island #4

Forgotten Island

Forgotten Island: A Dazzling Animated Quest

Best friends Jo and Raissa tumble through a mysterious portal to the fantastical island of Nakali, then race to find a way home before the memories of their friendship fade forever. This animated adventure comedy earns a lovely 95% on Rotten Tomatoes and 7.7 on IMDb, and its PG rating suits older children and teens best. Screenings are few this week, so plan ahead if you would like to see it.

  • 95% on Rotten Tomatoes and 7.7 on IMDb
  • Colourful animated fantasy adventure
  • Only a couple of screenings citywide this week

Not currently screening