2024-09-17
An all-star cast and family-friendly spyjinks power the third chapter of the delightful "Spy Kids" film series. This time, a villainous computer programmer kidnaps Carmen and traps her inside a video game. Her younger brother Juni springs into action and enters the game to rescue her. (Repeat).
A kid-hating collectibles dealer takes his lady friend's two bratty children on a nightmarish trip from Seattle to Vancouver in order to impress her. (Repeat).
In this charming family film, Alvin, Simon and Theodore head out on the road in a desperate race to find Dave after they are led to believe that he is about to propose to his girlfriend and leave them behind forever. (Repeat).
Imagination breeds hilarity when a rainbow-colored rock grants a boy named Toe (Jimmy Bennett) his every wish, causing his corporate-run town to be overrun with miniature spaceships and crocodile armies. Once the grown-ups get their hands on the rock, the real trouble begins. (Repeat).
Excellent coming-of-age fare about a new kid (Luke Benward) in school who may have bitten off more than he can chew when he bets the school bully (Adam Hicks) that he can swallow 10 creepy crawlies. Written and directed by Bob Dolman, who adapted the 1973 Thomas Rockwell kid-lit best seller, which received an animated TV treatment in 1985. Hallie Kate Eisenberg, Tom Cavanagh, Kimberly Williams-Pai
The animated film follows the life of a young mollusk named Marcel as he discovers the world anew. When a documentary filmmaker shares an online snippet of Marcel, the shy shell goes viral. Soon, Marcel goes on a life-changing adventure to find his lost family. (Repeat).
A country-music star returns to his hometown, where he reconnects with an old flame—and is shocked to learn that they have a daughter together. In time, he reflects on the life he left behind and the man he wants to be in this stirring romance. (Repeat).
In this all-star, screwball comedy, an estranged Hollywood couple (Catherine Zeta-Jones, John Cusack) tries to create the illusion that they're happy at a press junket for their upcoming movie. Julia Roberts also stars as the actress's sister, who secretly loves brother-in-law Cusack. Billy Crystal, Christopher Walken, Hank Azaria, Stanley Tucci. (Repeat).
Cuba Gooding Jr. is inspiring in this heartwarming, fact-based drama. Gooding plays "Radio" Kennedy, a mentally handicapped man who is brought out of his shell by a football coach (Ed Harris) who gets him involved with the high school and the team. Mike Tollin, the man behind "Varsity Blues" and "Summer Catch," directed. The script is based on a Sports Illustrated article. (Repeat).
This stunning sci-fi sequel finds the nations of Earth banding together to fight off a second alien invasion, 20 years after the first attack brought humanity to the brink of extinction. Using recovered extraterrestrial technology, the alliance readies itself for a massive war. (Repeat).
"Malcolm in the Middle" star Frankie Muniz is the center of attention in this breezy adventure-comedy about a teen CIA operative. His character is handpicked to thwart a world-domination plot, but must first overcome his shyness around girls! Hilary Duff costars as the object of Cody's awkward affection. (Repeat).
Does having a learning disability mean that you can't learn? Eight children prove that the answer is a definitive 'No' in this documentary. Interviews with kids are intercut with scenes of the children engaged in activities that reflect their talents to form a compelling portrait of the ways in which these young people use their strengths to overcome their challenges. (Repeat).
Autistic teens and young adults in Columbus prepare for a spring formal by attending social therapy sessions, where they confront their fears and try to grow more comfortable with all aspects of their big night, from becoming familiar with the layout of the venue to looking someone in the eye to ask them out on a date. (Repeat).
Every year in Oakland, CA, hundreds of pre-K through 12th grade students compete in the MLK Oratorical Festival, performing a mix of published and original poetry and speeches. Directed and produced by Emmy(R) winner Amy Schatz, and produced by Emmy(R) winner Diane Kolyer, this documentary chronicles the months leading up to the finals of the 40th annual festival, as schools across the city send t
Alexandra Pelosi's patriotic travelogue crisscrosses the U.S. to attend naturalization ceremonies in all 50 states and listens to recent immigrants from around the world explain their decision to become American citizens. The film is inspired by the naturalization process experienced by Pelosi's Dutch-born husband, Michiel Vos. (Repeat).
A look at children coping with Tourette Syndrome as they face the challenges of their condition and ridicule from their peers. Produced and directed by Ellen Goosenberg Kent. (Repeat).
The film follows 10th graders from a Philadelphia public school, who take part in a unique songwriting collaboration. Working in teams with local musicians, students come together to create an album of powerful original songs that capture both the challenging times they're living in and the joy that music brings. Back in the classroom after two years of pandemic isolation, the teenagers find a way