Another year, another lineup of movies that will be shown at John J. Pruis Hall every Friday night, hosted by the University Program Board. Students had a chance to vote online this summer, and the schedule of films has been announced for this semester. The films are always free for students and $1 for guests. Concessions are also available.
Aug. 26 — "Captain America: Civil War"
If you liked "Batman vs Superman" then this movie is right up your alley. Watch as a feud between Captain America and Iron Man heightens as tensions rise between the two, causing the rest of the team, and viewers, to pick a side. Instead of the usual spot at Pruis Hall, this film will be shown at Quad Bash, located on the Quad.
September 2 — "Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising"
A new sorority moves in next door and once again threatens the peaceful lives of Mac and Kelly. They are forced to team up with their former enemy, Teddy, to help take down these tough girls. Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne, Zac Efron and Chloe Grace Moretz star in this comedy.
September 9 — "Central Intelligence"
Two old friends from high school reunite years later only to find that one of them is in the CIA and needs help solving a case. With the unlikely team working together, this action film turns into a laugh-out-loud comedy with the new comedic duo of Kevin Hart and Dwayne Johnson.
September 16 — "Finding Dory"
Ellen DeGeneres returns to the screen once again as Dory, the forgetful but caring blue fish audiences fell in love with in the original "Finding Nemo." On a new adventure to find her long-lost parents, she finds old and new friends and reminds us all to just keep swimming.
September 23 — "X-Men: Apocalypse"
When an old mutant destroyer reemerges and threatens to create a new world order, the X-Men must come together and use their powers once again to save the world against a seemingly invincible villain before it’s too late.
September 30 — "Purge: Election Year"
Election year just got scarier. As the time of year rolls around when all crimes become legal for one night, the new presidential candidate must save herself after she is targeted for vowing to end the purge once and for all — that is, if they don’t end her first.
October 7 — "Ghostbusters"
This classic film got a reboot with an all-female cast, who form together to take down the ghosts who have been unleashed from the other world into New York City. This comedy-thriller stars Melissa McCarthy, Kate McKinnon, Leslie Jones and Kristen Wiig.
October 14 — "Secret Life of Pets"
Calling all pet lovers — this new comedy answers that age-old question of “What do your pets do when you are away?” And the answer may surprise you. Watch as a group of pets try to locate and save their lost friends, who have fallen out of graces with the roughest animals around town. This animated comedy features the voices of Kevin Hart, Louis C.K., Dana Carvey, Lake Bell and Hannibal Burress.
October 21 — "Star Trek: Beyond"
When the USS Enterprise crew explores uncharted space, they encounter a new enemy who threatens everything the Federations stands for. The crew will have to battle some deadly aliens while they try to find their way off an unfriendly planet.
October 28 — "Don’t Breathe"
When a group of friends break into a blind man’s house with the intention of committing the perfect heist, their plan quickly becomes a nightmare. The slightest sound could be a matter of life and death for these robbers, as they try to escape the man they thought would be an easy target.
November 4 — "Bad Moms"
When three moms hit their breaking points after being overstressed and under-acknowledged for their hard work, they trade a life of PTA meetings and errands for a life full of partying and fun. This comedy stars Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, Kathryn Hahn, Christina Applegate and Jada Pinkett Smith.
November 11 — "Suicide Squad"
After a government operation gives these felons, with extraordinary strength and skill, a second chance to redeem themselves, they must stop a supernatural threat from destroying the world — but not before proving that it is fun to be bad. This DC comic comes to life featuring Margot Robbie, Will Smith, Jared Leto, Viola Davis and Cara Delevigne.
November 17 — "Jason Bourne"
When former CIA agent Jason Bourne resurfaces, so does his past. As he searches for answers about his father and the secrets the government is keeping, the CIA once again hunts him down. The newest installment of the Bourne series stars Matt Damon, Julia Stiles, Alicia Vikander and Tommy Lee Jones. Keep in mind, this film will be shown on a Thursday instead of Friday.
December 2 — "The Magnificent Seven"
Seven gunmen join together to help a poor village in the Old West fight against a group of thieves. With each one of them using their special talents, the Magnificent Seven is truly unstoppable. This action film stars Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, Ethan Hawke and Peter Sarsgaard.
December 9 — Audience Choice
This Friday night film is yet to be announced. Students will get a chance to vote on what film they want to see.
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