In Manhattan, a bike messenger picks up an envelope that attracts the interest of a dirty cop, who pursues the cyclist throughout the city (IMDb).
I must confess, when I saw this trailer in theaters, my first reaction was not positive. It felt like a writer pitched this one saying, "So, it's like a car chase movie, but not at all, because those are over done and this movie is unique. You see, they aren't in cars, wait for it... they're on bikes, being chased by cars!" All I can say is, good luck to the guy on the bike.
The Apparition (PG-13)
A couple are haunted by a supernatural presence that is unleashed during a college experiment (IMDb).
I don't watch horror, but this one seems pretty interesting. The concept that paranormal events happen because the human mind wills them into existence isn't new, on the contrary it is the most popular rationalization for ghost sightings and anything that "isn't real." This film takes a literal interpretation of that and runs with it. The monster comes alive and feeds off the belief of humans. "Once you believe, you die." In case you need a cherry on top, Tom Felton is in it. As a geeky science guy. 'Nuff said.
Hit and Run (R)
Former getaway driver Charlie Bronson jeopardizes his Witness Protection Plan identity in order to help his girlfriend get to Los Angeles. The feds and Charlie's former gang chase them on the road (IMDb).
In case bike chases aren't exciting enough for you, here is a car chase flick! Judging from the trailer, it is car chase film, meets witness protection film, meets raunchy comedy.
That's all that is coming out on wide release, here are the limited release titles.
Sleepwalk With Me (NR)
A burgeoning stand-up comedian struggles with the stress of a stalled career, a stale relationship, and the wild spurts of severe sleepwalking he is desperate to ignore (IMDb).
General Education (PG-13)
Levi Collins is set to go to the local University on a tennis scholarship, but he forgot to tell his parents one thing - he didn't graduate. As a result, he must take summer school before his mom and dad discover he's failed senior science. At school, Levi falls in love with his classmate, Katie, and learns that he has to make a choice between playing tennis and receiving a proper education. General Education is a quirky comedy about a family learning to grow together (IMDb).
This film is also available for download on iTunes.
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