November 2015
Books on Screen
November 2015
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The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2 comes to theaters November 20th, and we can't wait! Here are some ways to celebrtate and get excited for the final installment...May the odds be ever in your favor.
For more on The Hunger Games --- and all of the other books on screen coming out this month, see below! |
In Theaters:
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2
Cast: Jennifer Lawrence, Julianne Moore, Gwendoline Christie, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Sam Claflin
Director: Francis Lawrence
Distributor: Lionsgate Films
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Release Date: November 20th
Based On: MOCKINGJAY by Suzanne Collins
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 now brings the franchise to its powerful final chapter in which Katniss Everdeen realizes the stakes are no longer just for survival --- they are for the future. With the nation of Panem in a full scale war, Katniss confronts President Snow in the final showdown. Teamed with a group of her closest friends --- including Gale, Finnick and Peeta --- Katniss goes off on a mission with the unit from District 13 as they risk their lives to liberate the citizens of Panem, and stage an assassination attempt on President Snow who has become increasingly obsessed with destroying her. The mortal traps, enemies, and moral choices that await Katniss will challenge her more than any arena she faced in The Hunger Games.
Cast: Saoirse Ronan, Domhnall Gleeson, Emory Cohen, Michael Zegen, Julie Walters, Eileen O’Higgins, Emily Bett Rickards
Director: John Crowley
Distributor: Fox Searchlight Pictures
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Release Date: November 4th (limited)
Based On: BROOKLYN by Colm Toibin
Brooklyn tells the profoundly moving story of Eilis Lacey, a young Irish immigrant navigating her way through 1950s Brooklyn. Lured by the promise of America, Eilis departs Ireland and the comfort of her mother's home for the shores of New York City. The initial shackles of homesickness quickly diminish as a fresh romance sweeps Eilis into the intoxicating charm of love. But soon, her new vivacity is disrupted by her past, and Eilis must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within.
Cast: Daniel Craig, Léa Seydoux, Christoff Waltz, Naomie Harris, Ben Whishaw, Ralph Fiennes, Monica Bellucci
Director: Sam Mendes
Distributor: Sony Pictures
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Release Date: November 6th
A cryptic message from Bond's past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organisation. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind Spectre.
The Peanuts Movie
Cast: [voices of] Noah Schnapp, Hadley Belle Miller, Alexander Garfin, Mariel Sheets, Bill Melendez
Director: Steve Martino
Distributor: 20th Century Fox
MPAA Rating: G
Release Date: November 6th
Based On: Peanuts comic strip by Charles M. Schulz
Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the beloved Peanuts gang make their big-screen debut, like they've never been seen before, in state of the art 3D animation. Charlie Brown, the world's most beloved underdog, embarks upon an epic and heroic quest, while his best pal, the lovable beagle Snoopy, takes to the skies to pursue his arch-nemesis, the Red Baron. From the imagination of Charles M. Schulz and the creators of the Ice Age films, The Peanuts Movie will prove that every underdog has his day.
Cast: Antonio Banderas, Juliette Binoche, Gabriel Byrne, Rodrigo Santoro, Cote de Pablo, Juan Pablo Raba, Martin Sheen
Director: Patricia Riggen
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Release Date: November 13th
Based On: DEEP DOWN DARK: The Untold Stories of 33 Men Buried in a Chilean Mine, and the Miracle That Set Them Free by Héctor Tobar
Antonio Banderas, Jennifer Lopez, Rodrigo Santoro and Martin Sheen star in this ensemble drama detailing the daring real-life rescue of 33 Chilean miners who were trapped in the San Jose Mine for 69 days in 2010.
Victor Frankenstein
Cast: Jame McAvoy, Daniel Radcliffe, Jessica Brown Findlay, Andrew Scott, Mark Gatiss, Freddie Fox
Director: Paul McGuigan
Distributor: 20th Century Fox
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Release Date: November 25th
Based On: FRANKENSTEIN by Mary Shelley
James McAvoy and Daniel Radcliffe star in a dynamic and thrilling twist on a legendary tale. Radical scientist Victor Frankenstein and his equally brilliant protégé Igor Strausman share a noble vision of aiding humanity through their groundbreaking research into immortality. But Victor's experiments go too far, and his obsession has horrifying consequences. Only Igor can bring his friend back from the brink of madness and save him from his monstrous creation.
On TV:
“The Flash”
Cast: Grant Gustin, Candice Patton, Rick Cosnett, Danielle Panabaker, Carlos Valdes, Tom Cavanagh, Jessie L. Martin
Network: The CW
Air Dates: Tuesdays at 8pm ET
Based On: THE FLASH: DC Comics character created by Robert Kanigher, John Broome and Carmine Infantino
Following the defeat of Barry Allen's arch-nemesis Eobard Thawne (a.k.a. Reverse Flash), Team Flash quickly turned their attention to the singularity swirling high above Central City, which fans last saw consuming everything in its path. Armed with the heart of a hero and the ability to move at super speeds, Barry charged into the eye of the singularity, but will he actually be able to save his city from impending doom?
Cast: Stephen Amell, Colin Donnell, Katie Cassidy, David Ramsey, Willa Holland, Susanna Thompson, Paul Blackthorne
Network: The CW
Air Dates: Wednesdays at 8pm ET
Based On: DC Comics character Green Arrow created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp
After defeating his most formidable foe to date and riding off into the sunset with longtime flame Felicity Smoak, Oliver Queen (a.k.a. The Arrow) left Starling City with the hopes of beginning a new life. But will Oliver ever truly be able to leave behind his past as the Arrow, and, if so, what becomes of the team he has worked so hard to assemble? Will Diggle, Thea and Laurel be left to continue Oliver’s crusade without him? And with Malcolm Merlyn having ascended to the top of the League of Assassins as the new Ra's al Ghul, is anyone really safe?
Cast: Nina Dobrev, Ian Somerhalder, Paul Wesley, Steven R. McQueen, Kat Graham, Candice Accola
Network: The CW
Air Dates: Thursdays at 8pm ET
Based On: The Vampire Diaries series by L.J. Smith
In the wake of Elena Gilbert’s goodbye, season seven begins with some characters will recover while others falter. As Lily tries to drive a wedge between the Salvatore brothers, we’ll still hold onto hope that Stefan and Caroline’s love story is strong enough to survive.
On DVD:
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies
Cast: Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Benedict Cumberbatch, Cate Blanchett, Orland Bloom
Director: Peter Jackson
MPAA Rating: PG-13
DVD Release Date: November 17th
Based On: THE HOBBIT by J.R.R. Tolkien
