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Sing - In a city of animated animals, a theater owner (voiced by Matthew McConaughey) attempts to save his theater with a singing competition. The finalists (voiced by Reese Witherspoon, Seth MacFarlane) must go through life’s trials and tribulations to be able to compete. Must admit this was a great animation for kids and adults. Really enjoyed this animation. The film moved fast and the soundtrack was good. Made $275M-U.S/ foreign- $208M- (budget-$75M)- ****
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 nominated 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. Still No.1 at box office-$77M (budget-$9M)- ****
XXX: Return of Xander Cage - Daredevil Operative Xander Cage( Vin Diesel) returns from the dead to recruit a new group of thrill-seeking XXX members to find a Pandora’s box that controls the satellites in the world. The government (Toni Collette) sends Cage’s team in on a mission to get the box from a highly skilled team (Donnie “IP Man” Yen, Deepika Padukone). A predictable storyline full of stunts and violence. Being a Vin Diesel fan, I still enjoy it, even though the script was weak. Made $33M U.S./ foreign- $89M- (budget- $85M)- ***
Sleepless - Two corrupt cops (Jamie Foxx, T. I. Harris) with connections to the drug world have to do whatever it takes to get back Foxx’s son who was kidnapped by the drug dealers they stole from. Everything in the movie was based in one day. So the film moved fast with back to back action. Enjoyed it! Made $17M (budget-N/A)- ***
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 pro- gram’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 -$104M (budget- $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 $50M (budget-$24M)- ****
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story - The Rebel Alliance (Felicity Jones, Diego Luna) comes together to steal the plans for the Death Star weapon from the evil Orson Krennic (Ben Mendelsohn). The Alliance goes Rogue One to set up the epic ending with Krennic and Darth Vader (voice by James Earl Jones) that made this Star Wars film a Classic. Also starring Forrest Whitaker, Donnie Yen (IP Man) and Mads Mikkelsen. Director Gareth Edwards scored on this one. Must-see for Star Wars fans. Made-$520M-U.S/ foreign- $513M- (budget-$200M)- *****classic.
Arrival - A speech interpreter (Amy Adams) and a mathematician (Jeremy Renner) are recruited by the military (Forest Whitaker) in translating alien communication. Pressed by time, the group must figure out what the aliens are doing on Earth before a World War. A nice twist at the end. Must-see for sci-fi fans. Made $97M (budget-47M)- ****
Moana - Another Disney Animation classic about a Chief’s teenage daughter Moana (voiced by Auli’i Cravalho) going on an dangerous journey on the ocean to seek out the demigod Maui (voiced by Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson) to help save her island from a terrible curse. Must-see for kids and adults. Enjoyed it ! Made-$240M (budget-N/A) - ****
Days Of Our Lives: Belle expresses disapproval over Chloe's latest move regarding Holly. Kate comforts Eduardo, who is dis- traught over Dario.
Jennifer teams up with someone from the past to destroy the Or- well device.
Young & Restless: Victoria is challenged by her father. Jill makes a surprise announcement. Ravi sees a different side of Ash- ley.
Phyllis' plan for a fresh start backfires. Gloria fights back. Victo- ria and Billy get physical.
The Bold & The Beautiful: Steffy confronts Quinn about her new attitude toward Ridge, and her suggestion to make him co-CEO. Brooke seeks an update on Ridge's plan to rid them of Quinn.
Brooke demands to know what happened between Ridge and Quinn while she was away visiting Hope. Thomas considers leaving Forrester Creations.
A surprise proposal leads to a Valentine's Day wedding for Zende and Nicole.
General Hospital: Julian takes the bait. Jordan goes back on her word. Olivia looks to Carly for advice.
Alexis' sponsor has ulterior motives. Bobbie teams up with an old friend. Nelle receives a romantic gesture.
If Your Birthday Is Today: Author Meg Cabot (1967) shares your birthday today. You are positive and optimistic. You are also impulsive and full of surprises. At heart, you are a humanitarian. Initially, this year begins quietly, which is why you might not see major changes until next year; however, it will be a year of growth, construction and building. Do what you can to reduce your debt and strengthen your financial position because you are building for your future!
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You are strong right now with the Sun in your sign. Plus today, the Moon and feisty Mars will give an edge to all your communications with others. In fact, you might come on too strong. You definitely want the facts —and nothing but the facts. “Thank you, ma’am.”
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): This is a money day for you. You’re thinking about your assets and your financial worth, and at a deeper level, you wonder what really matters. The reason you have to know what matters is so you don’t put your money on the wrong horse.
Aries (March 21-April 19): Today you are more emotional than usual because the Moon is in your sign. However, you are also luckier than all the other signs. With your ruler, fiery Mars, in your sign as well, you are a force to contend with. Look out world!
Taurus (April 20-May 20): The Sun makes you conspicuous, Venus makes you sweet and sociable, and this is why you need to keep a low profile today — just to catch your breath, You can’t be all things to all of the people all of the time.
Gemini (May 21-June 20): You might cater to your desire for ad- venture by talking to a female friend or a member of a group today. This conversation could be significant. Meanwhile, we know you want to get outta Dodge. Relations with authority figures are very cozy.
Cancer (June 21-July 22): Personal details about your private life might be public today. They might relate to travel for pleasure, which is something you want to do. However, you also have a strong focus on shared property, taxes, debt and inheritances. Hmmm.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Do something to shake up your world a little. You want adventure! (You want to get away from all this.) Ro- mance beckons because your sex drive is strong right now, but also you might have plans because gifts and money from others can come your way.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Continue to get better organized be- cause this is what you want to do right now. You have a need to do this, not just a want. Fortunately, relations with co-workers and friends are smooth. Today you might deal with disputes about shared property, in- heritances or insurance issues.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Be prepared to go more than halfway when dealing with others, because today the Moon is opposite your sign. (This means it is in Libra and Libra is 180 degrees opposite from Aries.) In addition, fiery Mars is opposite your sign, which means it’s all too easy to feel annoyed with others.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Despite your strong focus now on home and family issues, today you will work to get better organized. You might also want to focus on your own health needs and, perhaps, some- thing that is related to pets. This can be a busy, productive day for you.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your daily tempo is accelerating now, and today in particular you want to play! Book a long lunch if you can. Meet a friend for Happy Hour. Entertain at home. Some of you will also be busy with the needs of children or something related to sports.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Although you are focused on earn- ings and cash flow right now, if you had your druthers, you would co- coon at home and watch daytime TV. And maybe you can? Grab every opportunity to “hide” and feel comfy among familiar surroundings.
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