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A subtle and powerful debut from director Paul Dano starring Carey Mulligan + Jake Gyllenhaal is now playing at Grail Moviehouse.

This documentary about self-proclaimed art world rebels plays for one night only in Asheville on 11/29.

'The Mouse That Roared' kicks off a four-part Peter Sellers retrospective at the Fairview Library on September 4th

Thor: Ragnarok
Finally, a superhero film that successfully showcases the outlandish and ridiculous aspects of the genre in the best of possible ways.

Columbus
A truly beautiful and refreshing film that offers much more than one might think.

Lady Macbeth
A bleak and difficult film that's held together by the stellar performance of its young star.

War for the Planet of the Apes
A compelling story, along with top notch visual effects, are at the heart of this thrilling trilogy conclusion.

Baby Driver
A much better than anticipated way to spend a few hours at the movies.

Transformers: The Last Knight
I've tried to think of a movie worse than this one (I haven't come up with anything yet, but I'll keep you posted).

I, Daniel Blake
Pointless bureaucracy and amazing performances take center stage in this moving film about people who are just trying to get by.

The Bad Batch
A film with a lot of possibilities that are unfortunately never quite realized.

It Comes At Night
An intense and truly scary examination of what we all may be capable of

Citizen Jane
A eye-opening documentary about what makes a city successful, and what causes its demise.

The Transfiguration
A unique and look at the vampire genre, and possibly the best horror movie of the year so far.

The Void
A nearly great exercise in Lovecraftian cosmic horror.

After the Storm
A wonderful and moving story about the people we hoped we'd become.

Logan
An amazing send-off to our favorite savage hero

Seasons
A beautiful nature documentary that shines above its predecessors due to its unique narrative structure and breathtaking cinematography