There’s a fair amount of Oscar buzz around Michael Peña, Jake Gyllenhaal, and the behind-the-camera creators of End of Watch, the cop-drama that made a small splash in theaters earlier this year. That’s why it’s reappearing at a few multiplexes around the country one more time before the end of the year. The film also stars, America Ferrera and Natalie Martinez. Check your local listings, and check it out one more time (or even again!)
Daniella Pineda in Edward Burns’ The Fitzgerald Family Christmas. A film about adult siblings dealing with the desire of their estranged father to return home for Christmas after walking out on his family 20 years ago. Family rifts emerge, and Christmas brings a mixed bag of complicated emotions and dynamics.
Monique Gabriela Curnen in Happy New Year, which tells the story of a Marine who returns home to face his fiercest battle–himself. In limited release.
In Playing for Keeps, Katia Gomez (The Ledge) plays Lupe in Gerard Butler’s comedy about a former sports star who’s fallen on hard times. And starts coaching his son’s soccer team and comedy pursuits. In theaters near you.
