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IF Directed by Ryan Reynolds Rated NYR • May 17 - In Theaters
This is the story of a young girl who discovers she can see everyone ’ s imaginary friends — and what she does with that superpower — as she embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten IFs with their kids . Ryan Reynolds , John Krasinski , Cailey Fleming , Fiona Shaw , and the voices of Phoebe Waller-Bridge , Louis Gossett Jr ., Steve Carell , and many more , are the wonderfully unique characters that reflect the incredible power of a child ’ s imagination .
The Strangers : Chapter 1 Directed by Renny Harlin Rated NYR • May 17 - In Theaters
After their car breaks down in an eerie small town , a young couple ( Madelaine Petsch and Froy Gutierrez ) are forced to spend the night in a remote cabin . Panic ensues as they are terrorized by three masked strangers who strike with no mercy and seemingly no motive in the chilling first entry of this upcoming horror feature film series .
Furiosa : A Mad Max Saga Directed by George Miller Rated NYR • May 24 - In Theaters
As the world falls , young Furiosa ( Anya Taylor-Joy ) is snatched from the Green Place of Many Mothers and falls into the hands of a great Biker Horde led by the Warlord Dementus ( Chris Hemsworth ). Sweeping through the Wasteland , they come across the Citadel presided over by The Immortan Joe ( Lachy Hulme ). While the two Tyrants are in a war for dominance , Furiosa must survive many trials as she puts together the means to find her way home .
Anya Taylor-Joy in Furiosa : A Mad Max Saga
Sight Directed by Andrew Hyatt Rated PG-13 • May 24 - In Theaters
The true story of Dr . Ming Wang ( Terry Chen ), a poor Chinese immigrant who defies all odds to become a world-renowned eye surgeon in the US . Young Ming faces persecution and despair , but with the support of his dedicated family and his own unwavering determination , he finds his way to America , attends Harvard and MIT , and helps develop an innovative technology that restores sight in millions .
Backspot Directed by D . W . Waterson Rated NYR • May 31 - In Theaters
Riley ( Devery Jacobs ) is given the chance to cheer with the all-star squad , Thunderhawks . With competition looming , she must navigate her crippling anxiety , her relationship with her girlfriend , and her desperate need for approval from her new coach .
Ezra Directed by Tony Goldwyn Rated R • May 31 - In Theaters
Max Bernal ( Bobby Cannavale ), a stand-up comedian , lives with his father ( Robert De Niro ) while struggling to co-parent his autistic son Ezra ( William Fitzgerald ) with his ex-wife ( Rose Byrne ). When forced to confront difficult decisions about their son ’ s future , Max and Ezra embark on a cross-country road trip that has a transcendent impact on both their lives . may 2024 illinoisentertainer . com 25