<p>17 year-old Ree Dolly (Jennifer Lawrence) sets out to track down her father, who put their house up for his bail bond and then disappeared. If she fails, Ree and her family will be turned out into the Ozark woods. Challenging her outlaw kin's code of silence and risking her life, Ree hacks through the lies, evasions and threats offered up by her relatives and begins to piece together the truth. Based on the novel by Daniel Woodrell, "Winter's Bone" is directed by Debra Granik ("Down to the Bone") and adapted for the screen by Granik and Anne Rosellini. The film stars Jennifer Lawrence, John Hawkes, Kevin Breznahan, Dale Dickey, Garret Dillahunt, Sheryl Lee and Tate Taylor.</p>

<p>In the bitingly funny comedy "Winter's Discontent", [c=Billy Crystal] stars as Martin Winter, a recently retired advertising executive whose golden years are turning out to be anything but serene. Directed by [c=Frank Oz], the film finds Martin grappling with the sudden quiet of his life, feeling invisible and irrelevant as his wife thrives in her own pursuits and his adult children treat him like a fragile relic. Determined to reclaim his vitality and prove he still has something to contribute, Martin embarks on a series of wildly misguided and increasingly elaborate schemes to make a splash, from launching a chaotic local business to inserting himself into his neighbor's dramatic affairs. His quest for purpose spirals into a hilarious exploration of modern aging, family dynamics, and the search for identity after the career is over, all delivered with [c=Billy Crystal]'s signature wit and poignant charm.</p>

<p>"Winter's Knight" is a re-imagining of the origin of Santa Claus, putting St. Nicholas in the mix with Vikings elements.</p>

<p>New York City is subsumed in arctic winds, dark nights, and white lights, its life unfolds, for it is an extraordinary hive of the imagination, the greatest house ever built, and nothing exists that can check its vitality. One night in winter, Peter Lake--orphan and master-mechanic, attempts to rob a fortress-like mansion on the Upper West Side.</p><p>Though he thinks the house is empty, the daughter of the house is home. Thus begins the love between Peter Lake, a middle-aged Irish burglar, and Beverly Penn, a young girl, who is dying.</p><p>Peter Lake, a simple, uneducated man, because of a love that, at first he does not fully understand, is driven to stop time and bring back the dead. His great struggle, in a city ever alight with its own energy and beseiged by unprecedented winters, is one of the most beautiful and extraordinary stories of American literature.</p>

<p>In a frozen, post-apocalyptic future, humanity’s last survivors cling to existence in a world gripped by perpetual winter. Directed by [c=David Christopher Pitt], this gritty sci-fi thriller follows a hardened soldier, played by [c=Johnny Messner], who is tasked with escorting a mysterious young woman, portrayed by [c=Kayleigh Gilbert], across a treacherous wasteland. They are pursued by relentless mercenaries led by a formidable hunter, [c=Donald Cerrone], who will stop at nothing to capture their vital cargo. As they navigate a landscape of ice and ruin, they must confront not only the brutal elements and savage factions that rule the snow but also the dark secrets of their own mission. This tense and atmospheric journey becomes a desperate battleground for survival, where trust is scarce and every alliance could be the last.</p>

<p>In the stark, snowbound landscape of Winterset, a disparate group of strangers finds their survival skills pushed to the limit when a sudden and violent blizzard traps them in a remote mountain lodge. Among them are individuals like the resourceful [c=Kirk Fox] and the determined [c=Gigi Gustin], each carrying their own secrets and reasons for being in this isolated place. As the storm rages outside, a more dangerous threat emerges from within, forcing alliances and revealing hidden agendas among the stranded guests, including the enigmatic [c=Jonah Ray Rodrigues] and the formidable [c=Robert Craighead]. This tense action-thriller, directed by [c=Michael P. Blevins], masterfully blends the relentless pressure of a natural disaster with the explosive tension of human conflict, creating a chilling atmosphere where trust is a luxury and every decision could be their last. The group must navigate a deadly game of suspicion and strategy if they hope to see the dawn.</p>

<p>In the magical realm of Magix, a group of extraordinary young fairies must unite to protect their worlds from a rising darkness. The Winx Club, led by the spirited Bloom, voiced by [c=Letizia Ciampa], alongside her loyal friends Stella ([c=Perla Liberatori]), Flora ([c=Ilaria Latini]), Musa ([c=Gemma Donati]), and Tecna ([c=Domitilla D'Amico]), face their greatest challenge yet. When a sinister new threat emerges, the fairies must master their most powerful enchantments and strengthen their bond of friendship to confront an enemy that could unravel the very fabric of the magical dimensions. Directed by [c=Iginio Straffi], this vibrant fantasy adventure captures the essence of courage and unity as the heroes embark on a breathtaking journey filled with dazzling transformations, mythical creatures, and epic battles. The stakes have never been higher for Bloom and her friends as they discover that true power lies not just in magic, but in the unbreakable trust they share.</p>

<p>In the magical kingdom of Rosas, where wishes are physically collected and safeguarded by the benevolent King Magnifico, a spirited young woman named Asha makes a startling discovery about the true nature of her ruler's promises. Voiced by the vibrant [c=Ariana DeBose], Asha's plea to the stars summons a cosmic force of pure energy—a mischievous little star with boundless power. Together, they must confront the charming yet increasingly authoritarian King Magnifico, brought to life with captivating complexity by [c=Chris Pine], who believes controlling wishes is for the greater good. This animated adventure comedy, directed by [c=Chris Buck] and [c=Fawn Veerasunthorn], weaves a tale of courage, hope, and the power of a community's voice, set against a backdrop of dazzling animation and memorable songs. Asha and her starry companion embark on a daring journey to reclaim what has been lost, proving that even the smallest light can challenge the deepest darkness.</p>

<p>The story is 'a genie-in-a-bottle retelling set in contemporary China', based on an original story by Chris Applehans (who will also direct the film). The modern-day fairy tale picks up the moral challenges that emerge from the encounter between a boy and a dragon who is able to make wishes come true.</p>

<p>Following his celebrated debut feature, Garden State, Zach Braff delivers a new postcard from the edge of existential crisis, this time playing a thirtysomething family man wrestling with a few minor hindrances-like his disapproving father, an elusive God, and yes, adult responsibility. Aidan Bloom is a pot-smoking actor whose last job, a dandruff commercial, was longer ago than he cares to admit. Pursuing his thespian dream has landed him and his wife in tough financial straits, so when his grumpy father can no longer pay for the kids to attend Jewish Yeshiva, Aidan opts for homeschooling. To the chagrin of his hyperdisciplined, religious daughter and the delight of his less-than-studious son, Aidan takes matters into his own imaginative hands, rather than sticking to the boring old traditional curriculum.</p>

<p>An overly imaginative little girl makes ten wishes at a wishing well. They don't come true because her coin never reached the bottom and eventually she loses her inner child and becomes a full grown and ambitious career woman. Some 25 years later, the coin is dislodged, falls to the bottom and she has to deal with the ramifications of 10 kid wishes coming true all at once.</p>

<p>Twelve years after discovering her mother's suicide, 17-year-old Clare Shannon (Joey King) is bullied in high school, embarrassed by her manic, hoarder father Jonathan (Ryan Phillippe) and ignored by her longtime crush. All that changes when her father comes home with an old music box whose inscription promises to grant its owner seven wishes. </p><p>While Clare is initially skeptical of this magic box, she can't help but be seduced by its dark powers, and is thrilled as her life radically improves with each wish. Clare finally has the life she's always wanted and everything seems perfect - until the people closest to her begin dying in violent and elaborate ways after each wish. Clare realizes that she must get rid of the box, but finds herself unable and unwilling to part with her new-and-improved life - leading her down a dark and dangerous path. </p>

<p>In the whimsical and heartfelt fantasy Wish Wizard, a cynical young woman named Elara, played by [c=Kimberly Voegele], stumbles upon a magical secret that will forever alter her mundane life. She discovers that a reclusive and seemingly ordinary neighbor, portrayed by the legendary [c=Morgan Freeman], is in fact the last of a hidden order of Wish Wizards, beings tasked with secretly granting the pure-hearted wishes of everyday people. As Elara is reluctantly drawn into this enchanting world, she must learn the ancient craft under his tutelage, navigating rules she doesn't fully understand and a power far greater than she imagined.</p> <p>Elara's journey is complicated by her own skeptical nature and the arrival of a mysterious figure, [c=David Koechner], whose intentions threaten the delicate balance of magic in the modern world. Alongside a colorful cast including [c=Judith Hoag], [c=Ed Begley Jr.], and [c=Fred Willard], she discovers that the true magic isn't just in granting wishes, but in understanding the profound responsibility that comes with them. Directed by [c=Andre Gordon], this charming tale blends light humor with genuine wonder, exploring a hidden magical society where every granted wish carries an unexpected consequence and the greatest desires often come from the most surprising places.</p>

<p>Set against the sweeping backdrop of 1940s Virginia, this heartfelt drama follows twelve-year-old Louisa Cardinal, played by [c=Mackenzie Foy], as she faces an unimaginable upheaval after a tragic car accident claims her father and leaves her mother catatonic. Forced to leave their New York City home, Louisa and her younger brother Oz are sent to live with their formidable great-grandmother, Louisa, portrayed by [c=Ellen Burstyn], on a remote mountain farm. As the children struggle to adapt to a rugged, unfamiliar way of life, they are guided by the quiet strength of their great-grandmother and the kindness of a local handyman, played by [c=Josh Lucas], who helps them navigate the land’s harsh beauty. However, their fragile new existence is threatened when a greedy coal company attempts to seize the family’s land through a dubious legal claim, forcing Louisa to find an inner courage she never knew she had. Directed by [c=Darnell Martin], [m=Wish You Well] is a poignant and atmospheric tale of resilience, family bonds, and the fight to preserve one’s home against overwhelming odds.</p>

<p>A carefree holiday in Cambodia turns into a haunting nightmare for four close friends in this gripping psychological drama directed by [c=Kieran Darcy-Smith]. When Dave ([c=Joel Edgerton]) and his wife Alice ([c=Felicity Price]) return from a trip with Alice's sister Steph ([c=Teresa Palmer]) and her partner Jeremy ([c=Antony Starr]), they carry with them a dark secret: Jeremy has mysteriously disappeared. As the couple struggles to piece together what happened during their idyllic getaway, their fragile relationships begin to unravel under the weight of guilt, suspicion, and unspoken truths. The film masterfully shifts between the sun-drenched memories of their vacation and the tense, claustrophobic reality of their present, where each character’s motivations are called into question. With its raw emotional intensity and a stellar ensemble cast, [c=Joel Edgerton] delivers a powerful performance as a man grappling with his own complicity in a tragedy that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear. This taut, unsettling thriller explores how the bonds of love and friendship can shatter when faced with the ultimate test of loyalty and morality.</p>

<p>"Wishful Drinking", Carrie Fisher's hit stage production of the intoxicating autobiographical tale of her life combines archival footage with her one-woman stage performance, which was taped in June before a live audience.</p><p>An actress, screenwriter and bestselling author ("Postcards from the Edge," "The Best Awful" and ""Wishful Drinking""), Carrie Fisher is the daughter of the late singer Eddie Fisher and actress Debbie Reynolds, known as "America's Sweethearts" in the late '50s. She became a cultural icon at age 19 after starring as Princess Leia in the first "Star Wars" trilogy in the 1970s. </p><p>Despite growing up with "Hollywood royalty" and experiencing early fame of her own, Fisher's life had its challenges, as she reveals in this uproarious and sobering account. Combining wry wit and raw facts, "Wishful Drinking" reveals her own hilarious slant on the not-so-glittering side of being a celebrity. It's a show where she's circling the drain singing.</p><p>From stardom to divorce, re-marriage to the death of a close friend, addiction to mental illness, Fisher recounts her peaks and valleys with unfailing candor and biting humor, referring to celebrity as just "obscurity biding its time."</p><p>In "Wishful Drinking", Fisher details her complicated yet eclectic extended family tree in Hollywood Inbreeding 101, employing a blackboard and wooden pointer. Her father Eddie Fisher's very public affair with Elizabeth Taylor ended what had been perceived and celebrated as a "storybook marriage," and she and her brother Todd later watched both her mother's and father's "once white-hot bright star of celebrity slowly dim, cool and fade." </p><p>In 1973, at her mother's urging, the 17-year-old Fisher enrolled at the Central School of Speech and Drama in London; two years later, her life changed forever when she donned a white dress as Princess Leia in George Lucas' "Star Wars."</p>

<p>In this charming romantic comedy, a hopeless romantic finds himself caught between fantasy and reality when his daydreams about love begin to blur the lines of his actual relationships. [c=Lewis Pullman] stars as a young man whose vivid imagination creates elaborate scenarios about his romantic encounters, often leading to hilariously awkward situations when his wishful thinking collides with the complexities of real-world dating.</p> <p>When he meets an intriguing woman played by [c=Maya Hawke], his tendency to romanticize every interaction reaches new heights, creating a web of misunderstandings and missed connections. [c=Randall Park] provides comedic support as his pragmatic best friend who tries to ground him in reality, while [c=Kerri Kenney] and [c=Kate Berlant] round out the ensemble cast as colorful characters who populate his world of romantic mishaps.</p> <p>Director [c=Graham Parkes] crafts a whimsical exploration of modern dating culture, examining how our expectations and fantasies can both inspire and sabotage our pursuit of genuine connection. The film balances laugh-out-loud moments with heartfelt observations about vulnerability and the courage it takes to pursue authentic relationships. As the protagonist navigates the gap between his idealized visions of love and the messy reality of human connection, audiences are treated to a relatable and endearing story about learning to embrace imperfection in the name of love.</p>

<p>Based on the New York Times best-selling Christmas novel by Wally Lamb comes the new Christmas classic, starring Molly Ringwald and featuring Chevy Chase as the narrator. Set in the 1960s, Wishin' and Hopin' is the story of 10-year-old Felix Funicello (Wyatt Ralff, The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby), who is doing his best to navigate fifth grade at St. Aloysius Gonzaga Parochial School. His father (Danny Nucci, The Fosters) runs the local diner, and their family's claim to fame is their cousin, Annette Funicello (Krysta Rodriguez, Smash), the famous teen star and Mouseketeer. With the dreaded Christmas pageant on the horizon, the holiday season gets even more exciting with the sudden arrivals of a substitute teacher (Ringwald) and a feisty Russian student, Zhenya, and promises to be one Christmas Felix will never forget.</p>

<p>"Wishing Spell" follows twins Alex and Conner Bailey who, after the loss of their father, are transported into a magic book in which the classic fairy tales have come to life. Thrust into a world where they come face-to-face with the characters they've only read about in stories, the kids must fight dark forces in order to return home.</p>

<p>In the taut mystery thriller "Wishlist," directed by [c=Miles Jasmin], a seemingly simple list becomes the catalyst for a chilling and unpredictable chain of events. The film follows a protagonist, brought to life by [c=Euler Fran?ois], who discovers a cryptic wishlist that appears to hold the power to manifest desires into reality. What begins as a curious anomaly quickly spirals into a tense psychological puzzle as the wishes start coming true in unsettling and unintended ways. The central character is driven by a desperate need to understand the list's origins and to control its dangerous influence before the consequences become irreversible. The atmosphere is thick with suspense and paranoia, blurring the line between hope and dread. As the protagonist delves deeper, they must confront the dark side of getting what one wishes for, leading to a high-stakes race against time. With its compact runtime, [m=Wishlist] delivers a concentrated dose of mystery that keeps viewers guessing until the very last second.</p>

<p>In "Wistful Sentiments," a poignant drama directed by [c=Jesse Foy], the complexities of love and memory intertwine in the life of a young artist, played by [c=Hagan Highsmith]. Struggling to find her voice in the bustling city, she grapples with past relationships that haunt her creative spirit. As she navigates through the remnants of a once-passionate romance, she discovers a series of letters that evoke bittersweet memories and inspire her to confront the unresolved emotions that linger in her heart.</p> <p>The film explores themes of nostalgia and the passage of time, as she embarks on a journey to reconcile her present self with the girl she once was. Each letter serves as a catalyst for reflection, driving her to explore the depths of her feelings and the choices that have defined her life. The atmosphere is rich with a sense of longing and introspection, inviting viewers to empathize with her quest for closure and self-discovery. As the story unfolds, the artist must decide whether to embrace her past or let go, making "Wistful Sentiments" a heartfelt exploration of what it means to truly move forward.</p>

<p>In a modern America where witchcraft is real and illegal, a family finds their lives upended when they begin sheltering a new wave of persecuted women fleeing a government crackdown. [c=Gideon Adlon] stars as a teenager living with her mother, played by [c=Elizabeth Mitchell], who secretly runs an underground railroad for witches. Their precarious existence is threatened with the arrival of a mysterious young woman, portrayed by [c=Abigail Cowen], as the dangerous supernatural forces and the relentless authorities close in. The cast also includes [c=Nicholas Crovetti], [c=Cameron Crovetti], and [c=Christian Camargo] in this tense thriller that blends contemporary fears with ancient horrors. Written and directed by [c=Elle Callahan], and produced by [c=Maurice Fadida] and [c=Eric B. Fleischman], "Witch Hunt" is a 98-minute R-rated film that explores the dark consequences of fear and persecution in a world where magic is a terrifying reality.</p>

<p>Inspired by real events, the story chronicles the thrilling rivalry that simmered and grew more intense and mysterious as Harry Houdini and a panel of investigative experts embarked on a quest to debunk the world's most gifted and accurate psychic and spirit medium of the era, Margery Crandon, aka The Witch of Lime Street.</p>

<p>In the unforgiving wilderness of 1630s New England, a devout Puritan family is banished from their plantation community and forced to build a new life on the remote edge of a dense, foreboding forest. Patriarch William, played with grim conviction by [c=Ralph Ineson], and his wife Katherine, portrayed by [c=Kate Dickie], strive to maintain their faith amidst isolation and growing paranoia. Their teenage daughter Thomasin, brought to life with a haunting intensity by [c=Anya Taylor-Joy], shoulders the burden of caring for her younger siblings, including the pious Caleb ([c=Harvey Scrimshaw]), and the mischievous twins Mercy ([c=Ellie Grainger]) and Jonas ([c=Lucas Dawson]). When their newborn son vanishes mysteriously and their crops begin to fail, the family fractures under the weight of suspicion, religious fervor, and a creeping dread that a malevolent presence lurks in the woods. Written and directed by [c=Robert Eggers], this chilling folk horror tale meticulously crafts an atmosphere of profound dread, exploring the terrifying erosion of a family’s unity as they confront forces they believe to be witchcraft, blurring the lines between supernatural evil and the darkness within.</p>

<p>In the gritty, supernatural action thriller "Witchblade, The," directed by [c=Michael Rymer], a hardened New York City police detective, Sara Pezzini, stumbles upon an ancient, sentient artifact that dramatically alters her destiny. When a routine investigation goes awry, Sara discovers the Witchblade, a mystical gauntlet that bonds itself to her, granting her incredible strength, agility, and the power to manifest a deadly blade. As she grapples with this newfound and often uncontrollable force, Sara must navigate a treacherous underworld of corrupt power brokers and otherworldly beings, all of whom seek to claim the Witchblade for themselves. Torn between her duty as a detective and the intoxicating, violent pull of the artifact, she faces a central conflict that forces her to confront her own inner demons. Blending dark fantasy with hard-boiled crime, the film delivers a visceral and atmospheric journey, exploring themes of power, corruption, and the heavy cost of wielding an ancient weapon.</p>

<p>The world of The Witcher expands in this anime origin story: Before Geralt, there was his mentor Vesemir a swashbuckling young witcher who escaped a life of poverty to slay monsters for coin. But when a strange new monster begins terrorizing a politically-fraught kingdom, Vesemir finds himself on a frightening adventure that forces him to confront the demons of his past.</p>

<p>In a world where ancient magic simmers just beneath the surface of modern life, a disparate group of women discover their lives are about to become dangerously enchanted. Directed by [c=Angela Robinson], this adventure comedy follows the journey of an unassuming young woman, played by [c=Sophia Di Martino], who stumbles upon a secret that reveals her own hidden lineage. Alongside a reluctant coven including [c=Catherine Cho] and [c=Elizabeth Sankey], she must navigate a new reality of spells and sorcery that is far from the storybook fantasy she imagined. Their ordinary lives are upended as they are thrust into a hidden conflict, forcing them to harness powers they never knew they possessed. Balancing sharp wit with supernatural peril, the film weaves a tale of self-discovery and unexpected sisterhood against a backdrop of mystical threats. As these nascent witches learn to control their chaotic abilities, they must unite to face a looming darkness that could unravel both the magical and mundane worlds, proving that the greatest magic often lies in embracing who you truly are.</p>

<p>A reimagining of the 1987 dark fantasy-comedy "The Witches of Eastwick"</p>

<p>Dorothy Gale is a simple girl in rural Kansas who writes children's books based on the land of Oz created by her grandfather. Her mundane life is turned upside down when she receives an offer from a big New York agency to represent her books. In New York, Dorothy soon realizes that her books, and her grandfather's stories, are based on reality. The magical world of Oz and all of its inhabitants are very real and they are coming to New York City! Dorothy and her friends are the only ones who can stop the evil Wicked Witch of the West and her plans for global domination.</p>

<p>Reimagining Dahl's beloved story for a modern audience, Robert Zemeckis's visually innovative film tells the darkly humorous and heartwarming tale of a young orphaned boy (Jahzir Bruno) who, in late 1967, goes to live with his loving Grandma (Octavia Spencer) in the rural Alabama town of Demopolis. </p><p>As the boy and his grandmother encounter some deceptively glamorous but thoroughly diabolical witches, she wisely whisks our young hero away to an opulent seaside resort. Regrettably, they arrive at precisely the same time that the world's Grand High Witch (Anne Hathaway) has gathered her fellow cronies from around the globe--undercover--to carry out her nefarious plans.</p>

<p>In the brutal chaos of the English Civil War, a different kind of terror stalks the countryside. [c=Vincent Price] delivers a chilling performance as Matthew Hopkins, the self-appointed Witchfinder General, who travels from village to village with his sadistic assistant [c=Robert Russell], exploiting fear and superstition to extract confessions and profit from the executions of alleged witches. His reign of cruelty collides with young soldier Richard Marshall, played by [c=Ian Ogilvy], when Hopkins targets the family of Marshall’s beloved Sara, portrayed by [c=Hilary Dwyer]. Directed with grim intensity by [c=Michael Reeves], this harrowing descent into historical horror follows Marshall’s desperate quest for vengeance against a man whose authority masks pure evil. More than a simple period piece, the film creates a suffocating atmosphere of paranoia and violence, painting a stark portrait of corruption and the human cost of fanaticism.</p>

<p>A family man, Michel, is joined on vacation by an old schoolmate, Harry, who he doesn't remember. At first Harry seems to be just what the family needs, but the friendlier he gets the more mysteriously menacing his effects become. </p>

<p>From director [c=Rachel Kerry] comes a haunting and visceral drama that burrows deep into the human psyche. The film follows a reclusive young woman who, after a traumatic incident leaves her unable to speak, discovers a strange and powerful ability to communicate through a set of iron teeth she forges in secret. As she navigates a world that refuses to listen, her newfound voice becomes both a shield and a weapon, drawing the attention of a sympathetic but skeptical local blacksmith and a menacing figure from her past who seeks to exploit her gift. Set against a bleak, industrial landscape, the story unfolds as a tense psychological thriller, exploring themes of trauma, resilience, and the desperate need to be heard. With its atmospheric tension and raw emotional core, the film crafts a gripping narrative about finding strength in the darkest of places, challenging viewers to consider the lengths one will go to reclaim their own voice.</p>

Sathya reluctantly agrees to a blind date arranged by his sister and meets Monisha. They discover they attended the same school years ago. Bonding over shared memories and old crushes, they reconnect with their past and grow closer.

<p>In the serene, mountainous kingdom of Bhutan, a young man’s quest for love becomes a journey of profound self-discovery. [c=Tashi Yoedsel Wangchuk] stars as a modern Bhutanese man whose search for a life partner leads him on an unexpected path, challenging his deepest beliefs about happiness and tradition. Alongside [c=Tandin Bidha] and [c=Tshering Denkar], he navigates the delicate balance between contemporary desires and timeless cultural values, while [c=Kinga Dorji] adds depth to this exploration of connection. Directed and written by [c=Charmi Chheda], this heartfelt drama unfolds against the breathtaking backdrop of Bhutan, weaving a tender narrative about the universal longing for love and the true meaning of fulfillment. With a gentle, reflective tone, the film invites viewers into a world where the greatest adventure lies not in finding another, but in understanding oneself.</p>

<p>After attending their friend Elise's (Sudano) wedding to Nate (Bishop) on New Year's Eve, Trista (Hall), a career-driven talent agent, Viviane (Scott), a successful gossip columnist, and Amaya (Cooper), a struggling actress, make a pact to get married within the year to either a new love or a man waiting in the wings. But the close friends face their own set of challenges - Trista has not gotten over her commitment-phobic ex-boyfriend Damon (White), Viviane is secretly in love with Sean (George), the father of her son, and Amaya is desperate to break up her boyfriend Keith's (Sanders) unhappy marriage so they can live happily ever after. Each woman starts the year with high hopes and dreams of what will happen over the next 12 months... but will they all make it to the altar?</p>

<p>A collection of short films made during lockdown by a slew of top actors and directors. </p>

<p>The sci-fi film "[m=Wither]" is directed by the duo [c=Sonny Laguna] and [c=Tommy Wiklund]. Produced by [c=Jeff Kwatinetz], [c=Rob Carliner], [c=Aly Michalka], and [c=AJ Michalka], this feature runs for a gripping 95 minutes. While specific plot details remain shrouded, the film ventures into the expansive and often terrifying realms of science fiction, promising a narrative built on speculative concepts and otherworldly tension. With its producers including the multi-talented [c=Aly Michalka] and [c=AJ Michalka], who bring their creative vision behind the scenes, the project is anchored by a team experienced in crafting compelling genre stories. Audiences are invited into a chilling cinematic experience shaped by its directors' unique perspective on the genre.</p>

<p>In the isolated, rain-lashed village of Thornwood, a place where the soil is as bitter as the hearts of its inhabitants, a mysterious blight known as the "Withering" begins to corrupt the local flora, turning the prized hellebore flowers into sickly, blackened husks. When reclusive botanist [c=Anya Taylor-Joy] arrives to study the phenomenon, she discovers the blight is not a natural disease but a parasitic curse tied to a century-old pact made by the village's founding families. As the Withering spreads to the townspeople, manifesting as a creeping decay of the soul, the botanist must team up with a skeptical local historian, played by [c=Paul Mescal], to unearth the dark ritual that binds the community to its poisoned land. Their investigation pits them against a council of elders who guard the secret, forcing the duo to confront a chilling choice: break the curse by exposing a devastating truth, or let the village and its inhabitants slowly rot from within. This gothic folk horror film weaves a tense atmosphere of dread and decay, exploring themes of generational guilt and the poisonous legacy of secrets buried deep in the earth.</p>

<p>The horror-thriller [m=Within] is directed by [c=Phil Claydon] and produced by [c=Peter Safran] and [c=Rick Alvarez]. The film follows a family who moves into a new home, only to discover it is haunted by a malevolent supernatural presence with a terrifying connection to the property's dark history. As the entity's attacks grow more intense and personal, the family must uncover the secrets within the house to survive the escalating nightmare. The ensemble cast features [c=Michael Vartan], [c=Erin Moriarty], [c=Nadine Velazquez], [c=Blake Jenner], [c=Ronnie Gene Blevins], [c=Misty Upham], [c=Steele Stebbins], and [c=Dorian Kingi]. This R-rated tale of domestic terror unfolds over a tense 88 minutes, penned by screenwriter [c=Gary Dauberman].</p>

<p>In the high-stakes world of undercover operations, a renegade detective crosses every line to bring down a powerful crime syndicate. [c=Randy Williams] directs this gritty thriller, [m=Without a Badge], which plunges into the dangerous double life of a cop who must shed his official identity to infiltrate the brutal inner circle of a drug empire. As he navigates a treacherous landscape of betrayal and violence, the agent, portrayed by [c=Mike E. Pringle], finds the boundaries between his duty and his assumed persona dangerously blurred, forcing him to question how far he can go before losing himself completely. With a supporting cast including [c=Ashana Cover] and [c=Lewis DaCosta III], the film builds a tense atmosphere of paranoia and moral ambiguity, where trust is a liability and every move could be his last. This adrenaline-fueled adventure tests the limits of justice and survival in the shadowy underworld where the badge is left behind and the rules no longer apply.</p>

<p>A high-speed comedy-adventure in which three young guys go into the Oregon wilderness in search of lost treasure. They take a canoe upriver and everything that can go wrong does. Hunted by two backwoods dope farmers, they encounter death-defying rapids, tree-hugging hippie chicks and a crazy old mountain man played by Burt Reynolds.</p>

<p>A parable-like tale exploring themes of family, war, and revenge.</p>

<p>"Without Men" is based on the best-selling novel "Tales from the Town of Widows" by Colombian novelist James Canon, and is a comedy about the women of a small and remote Latin American mountain village that's forever altered the day all of its men are recruited to go fight in the country's civil war.</p><p>Left to fend for themselves, the women of the town, led by Rosalba ("Desperate Housewives" star Eva Longoria), slowly emerge from their supporting roles as wives and daughters to become unwitting founders of a remarkable new society: an all female utopia. When the men, led by an American reporter (Christian Slater) return to try to reclaim their power, a clash of sexes ensues with unsuspected consequences.</p><p>A sexy, fun, irreverent exploration of the age-old question: What would the world be like if it were run by women?</p>

<p>"Without Remorse" centers on former Navy SEAL and CIA operative John Kelly (Michael B. Jordan), code-named Mr. Clark, who first appeared in 1994's Clear and Present Danger. John Kelly (his real name before he was called Clark) is coming off a soul-shaking tragedy. Kelly's pregnant wife has died in a traffic accident. Shell-shocked, Kelly finds his bearings after he picks up a young female hitchhiker, a prostitute on the run from brutal employers who were using her as a drug mule. He helps Pam off drugs and falls in love with her, and they try to bring down the drug lords who are exploiting other girls in similar fashion. Kelly screws up though, and it ends with him shot up and his girl kidnapped, gang-raped and murdered.</p>

<p>Larry the Cable Guy returns for another comic misadventure as a small town sheriff who unwittingly gets involved in a high profile FBI case in Lionsgates new comedy, "Witless Protection". During a routine day spent patrolling his small town, Larry witnesses a beautiful, high-class woman, Madeleine, being held againts her will by four mysterious, black-suited men. Recognizing the opportunity to save the day, Laryy kidnaps her, only to learn that Madeleine is actually a key witness in a high-stakes Chicago crime case and her captors are FBI agents assigned to protect her. Medeleine is furious. But Larry, who rightly suspects the agents are crooked and Madeleine is in danger, forces her on a harebrained trip to Chicago to solve the case himself. Together, the hilariously mismatched duo must grapple with angry FBI agents, quack doctors and Chicago high society in his funniest, most unpredictable adventure yet.</p>

While protecting an Amish boy—the sole witness to a brutal murder—and his mother, a detective is forced to seek refuge within their community when his own life comes under threat.

<p>A story about a lawyer defending a client in a murder trial that has surprise after surprise.</p>

<p>Life is always been pretty protected for Carlo Serrelli (Rob Belushi). His father has kept him out of the deadly Mob business by giving him a job at the family dog groomers, while his younger brother Dominic has always done the dirty work.</p><p> All that is coming to an end as Carlo's father has to force him into an arranged marriage with the daughter of the rival, Miola family boss. Carlo's two best friends, Gina (Jill-Michele Melean) and Vince (Vince DonVito), vow to help him get out of this predicament, but they all get in way over their heads when a serious infection starts eating the town. The good news is that Carlo may not have to get married after all but the bad news is everyone might die.</p>

<p>On March 13, 1964, Kitty Genovese was repeatedly attacked on a street in Kew Gardens, Queens. Soon after, The New York Times published a front-page story asserting that 38 witnesses watched her being murdered from their apartment windows-and did nothing to help. The death of Kitty Genovese, 28, quickly became a symbol of urban apathy. </p><p>"The Witness" follows the efforts of her brother Bill Genovese as he looks to uncover the truth buried beneath the story. In the process, he makes startling discoveries about the crime that transformed his life, condemned a city, and defined an era.</p>