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The Fate Of The Furious - Director F. Gary Gray (Straight Outta Of Compton, Friday) directs this blockbuster franchise about a mysterious woman named Cipher (Charlize Theron) who forces Dom (Vin Diesel) to betray his crew ( Tyrese Gibson, Michelle Rodriquez, Dwayne Johnson, Ludacris, Jason Statham, Natalie Emmanuel and Luke Evans. The crew must decide to bring Dom down before Cipher sets off a nuclear bomb. Director F. Gary Gray blended non-stop action, comedy and a nice twist at the end that makes this film very good. Must see for action fans. No. 1 at box office-$107M U.S./ foreign- $437M- (budget- $250M)- ****
The Boss Baby - A new baby’s arrival to the family makes a serious impact on 7 year-old Tim (voiced by Miles Bakshi). The suit wearing Boss baby (voiced by Alec Baldwin) grudgingly pairs up with Tim to stop the evil plot of the CEO of Puppy Co. Kids and adults will enjoy this funny animation by Dreamworks. 2nd week at No. 1 making $116M U.S./ foreign- 171M- (budget-$125M)- ****
Power Rangers (2017) - A group of high school teenagers ( Dacre Montgomery, Naomi Scott, RJ- Cyler, Ludi Lin, and Becky G. ) discover unique superpower while wondering in the mountain. They soon harness their abilities in order to save the world from an evil witch (former Ranger) named Rita (Elizabeth Banks). Must admit didn't expect this film to be good. Director Dean Israelite made this action film a sure hit. Enjoyed it ! Must-see for kids and adults. Made $80M U.S./ foreign- $47M- (budget -$100M)- four out of four and then some.
Life - A team of scientists (Jake Gyllenhaall, Rebecca Ferguson, Ryan Reynolds, Hiroyuki Sanada, and Aryon Bakare) are stationed on a Space Station discover a small flower life form from Mars that turns into a super intelligent flesh eating creature. If you like the Alien style films, then this sci-fi thriller will have you jumping. Definitely, not for kids. Made$28M (budget- $58M)- four out of four stars.
Beauty And The Beast (2017) - Disney and director Bill Condon revisit the Disney animated classic about a monstrous-looking prince (Dan Stevens) and a young woman (Emma Watson) who fall in love. Kids and adults will enjoy this film. Made -$456M -U.S./ $588M- foreign-(budget- $160M)- ****
Kong-Skull Island - A team of scientists (John Goodman, Corey Hawkins-played Dr.Dre/ 24 Legacy) and a military team ( Samuel Jackson, Tom Hiddleston, Brie Larson, Jason Mitchell-played Eazy E) explore an uncharted island where King Kong lives. The team must soon fight Kong and other creatures to get off the island. Enjoyed this outrageous Kong story which featured a good number of Black actors. How many will get off the island? Made -$161M U.S./ foreign- $390M (budget $185M )- ****
Logan (2017) - A weary Wolverine-Logan (Hugh Jackman) cares for an ailing Professor X (Patrick Stewart) and Caliban in a hideaway building on the Mexican Border. Logan’s peaceful world comes to an end when a young mutant-Laura (Dafne Keen) shows up while she is being pursed by a deadly corporation with killer assassins. This has to be the most violent Marvel film ever (R). The young mutant-Laura is off- the chain dangerous. Cyborg Donald Pierce (Boyd Holbrook) plays a very good villian. Made - $221M- U.S./ foreign- $381M- (budget- $97M)- ****
Get Out - Jordan Peele's horror/thriller is about a Black man -Chris) (Daniel Kaluuya) visiting his white girlfriend's- Rose (Allison Williams) family mysterious estate in upstate New York. Once arriving to the estate, Chris has to deal with the racial questions from Rose's family and friends. He is deeply dis- turbed by the Black servants on the estate as he soon realizes the family has a sinister secret that turns this film into a horror flick. Director Peele's of the comedy team of Key and Peele screenplay is twilight zone flawless as he received 100% from the movie critics. Must-see for horror fans. Made - $167M (bud- get- $4M)- ****
Split - M. Night Shyamalan (Signs) directs a pyscho-thriller about three girls (Ana-Taylor Joy) being kidnapped by a mentally disturbed man with 24 distinct personalities. McAvoy should have been nomi- nated for an Oscar for best male actor. Psychiatrist Dr. Karen Fletcher (Betty Buckley) shoud have been nominated for best supporting actress. A well-written script from Shyamalan. Must see for fans looking for a pyscho thriller. Made-$137M (budget-$9M)- ****
Hidden Figures - Based on a true story, three Black women (Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monae) provide NASA with ground breaking mathematical data needed to launch and land the program’s first space mission. An amazing true story about the trials, tribulation, and triumph these women had to go through to be successful. A feel-good film. Must- see for everyone! Made -$168M (bud- get- $25M)- *****classic
Fences - A disgruntle father (Denzel Washington) back in the 50s, struggles to raise his family (Viola Davis, Stephen Henderson) and come to terms with his unfortunate past. You really have to be in the mood for this blockbuster Broadway play brought to the big screen by director/actor Denzel Washington. If you like serious drama, then this film is for you. Made $57M (budget-$24M)- ****
Soap Opera Spoilers
General Hospital: Finn questions Tracy's motives. Jason has good news for Sonny. Franco worries about Jake.
Liz and Jason show a united front. Sonny causes trouble for Jax. Ava and Scott pay a visit to the PCPD.
The Bold & the Beautiful: Brooke returns a valuable item to Bill. Katie drops in on Quinn unannounced to collect on a promise she made. Brooke surprises Bill. Ridge learns of Katie's scheme.
The Young & The Restless: Cane sets Billy off. Billy accuses Victoria of a power play. Scott questions what Nikki's hiding. Nikki works to protect her family. Ashley mixes business and pleasure.
Phyllis and Jack plot against Victor. A confrontation between Billy and Jack is inevitable. Scott gets a surprise visitor. Paul has in- formation about Chloe for Chelsea.
Days Of Our Lives: While on a date with Eli, Gabi and Julie have a nasty confrontation... and one of them ends up in the hospi- tal.
Kayla bails Tripp out of his situation, and the bond between step- mom and stepson grows. Eric bolsters a still worried Jennifer, as- suring her that her daughter is a lot stronger than she thinks.
Horoscopes
If Your Birthday Is Today: You amaze people because you are so fast-moving and energetic. Emotionally, you are well bal- anced. Nice combo. In the next three years, you will experience a time of culmination, success and financial accumulation. That’s why it is wise to settle your debts this year. This is also a social year that also deals with the results of last year’s changes.
Aries (March 21-April 19): For the next four weeks, you will be more concerned with money, cash flow and financial matters. You have lots of energy to focus here, and you intend to be active — or rather, proactive! Oh yeah.
Taurus (April 20-May 20): The Sun will be in your sign for the next four weeks, energizing you and giving you a chance to recharge your batteries for the rest of the year. It will also attract op- portunities and important people to you. Make the most of this!
Gemini (May 21-June 20): In the next four weeks, it will please you to keep a low profile and sit in the tall grasses and watch things go by. For you this will be a time to regroup. It’s also an ex- cellent time to start to plan your goals and objectives for your per- sonal new year, which begins on your birthday.
Cancer (June 21-July 22): You will be popular in the next four weeks, so enjoy schmoozing with others. In fact, your interac- tions with others will benefit you. One way will be that you will get meaningful feedback from others if you tell them about your hopes and dreams for the future.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): For the next four weeks, the Sun will be at high noon in your chart, casting a flattering light on you. This means you look great in the eyes of others, especially bosses, par- ents, teachers and VIPs. Milk this for all it’s worth! (And why would- n’t you?)
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Travel and do anything to broaden your horizons in the next four weeks because this is what you want to do. You’re hungry to learn something new and you’re also eager for adventure. Get out of your sandbox. Break the limitations of your routine.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You will be more intense than usual in the next four weeks because it seems like “everything matters.” This will apply to your love life, your home life, your financial mat- ters, your job and your relations with everyone. The works. Natu- rally, this passion will find your bedroom.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Because the Sun is opposite your sign for the next four weeks, you will be more tired than usual. This means you need to get more rest. Go to bed. Respect your need for more sleep. Focus on how to improve your partnerships and closest
friendships.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You will be gung-ho to im-
prove your job and your health in the next four weeks. It’s like you want to turn over a new leaf. You want to be efficient, organized and Johnny on the spot. You want to exercise, juice and do back flips. Yay me!
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Lucky you! Starting today you enter a lovely four-week period that’s all about fun, games, parties, sports events, holidays, vacations, flirtations, love affairs, the arts, movies, the theater, musical events, casinos and playful times with children. Rah, rah, sis, boom bah!
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You won’t be surprised to hear that your focus on home, family and your private life will increase
in the next four weeks. You feel it coming. Your interaction with a parent might also increase. (Whether you like it or not.) Grab every opportunity to cocoon with your favorite guilty pleasure.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): The pace of your days will accel- erate in the next four weeks because you are busy! Short trips, er- rands, conversations with everyone and appointments, plus increased reading, writing and studying will create a jam-packed schedule. Get out there and strut your stuff!
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