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Anora
Director:
Sean Baker

Anora, a young sex worker from Brooklyn, gets her chance at a Cinderella story when she meets and impulsively marries the son of an oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairytale is threatened as the parents set out for New York to get the marriage annulled.

Heretic
Director:
Scott Beck, Bryan Woods

Two young missionaries are forced to prove their faith when they knock on the wrong door and are greeted by a diabolical Mr. Reed (Hugh Grant), becoming ensnared in his deadly game of cat-and-mouse.

Conclave
Director:
Edward Berger

"Conclave," directed by Edward Berger, is a masterful exploration of one of the world's most secretive and ancient rituals: the selection of a new pope. Berger's film delves deep into the clandestine corridors of the Vatican, offering viewers an introspective and suspense-laden journey through the political and spiritual machinations of the Catholic Church.

Wicked
Director:
Jon M. Chu

“Wicked” brings to life the untold tale of the witches from Oz, featuring the incredibly talented Cynthia Erivo, known for her award-winning performances in “Harriet” and Broadway’s “The Color Purple,” taking on the role of Elphaba--a young woman with distinctive green skin, often misunderstood, who is on a journey to discover her true potential.

The Outrun
Director:
Nora Fingscheidt

Rona, fresh out of rehab, returns to the wild Orkney Islands after more than a decade away. As she reconnects with the dramatic landscape where she grew up, memories of her childhood merge with the more recent challenging events that have set her on the path to recovery.

Gladiator II
Director:
Ridley Scott

Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home. With rage in his heart and the future of the empire at stake, he looks to the past to find the strength and honor needed to return the glory of Rome to its people.

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RELEASE DATE: June 28, 2024

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