West Newton Cinema

Mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a turn when the odd-couple's old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history.

Mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a turn when the odd-couple's old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history. Join us for a post film discussion with authors Michelle Ephraim and Jonathan Wilson, with Film Critic Tim Miller.

On her way to the most important meeting of her career, a New York executive is forced to share a rental car with her ex-fiancé's mother, only to discover that the mother is hiding a major secret.

Sean Baker's Palme d'Or winner ANORA is an audacious, thrilling, and comedic variation on a modern day Cinderella story. Mikey Madison (ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD) captivates as Ani, a young sex worker from Brooklyn whose life takes an unexpected turn when she meets and impulsively marries Vanya, the impetuous son of a Russian billionaire. However, when Vanya's parents catch wind of the union, they send their henchmen to annul the marriage, setting off a wild chase through the streets of New York.

From director Edward Berger (All Quiet on the Western Front) CONCLAVE follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events – selecting a new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence finds himself at the center of a conspiracy and discovers a secret that could shake the very foundation of The Church.

From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people.

Selected for the Equus Film Festival! How Horses Heal is a new and limited release documentary exploring the profound effects of awe-inspiring relationships between people and horses. Director and Cinematographer Geoffrey Bassett and Co-Director and Producer Kim Roderiques take you on a breathtaking visual journey throughout New England at local farms and sanctuaries. Equine therapy and integrative equine therapy are two effective ways to treat people with PTSD, Autism and Multiple Sclerosis among many others challenges. The ability to trust, develop confidence and empathy, and to become socially comfortable with a greater self esteem, are a few examples of the power of equine assisted learning and integrative equine therapy. After the film you will hear from a panel of noteworthy people, moderated by Eleanor Stetson Dibble. Eleanor is a PATH International Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI) and Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning (ESMHL). She is passionate about helping people access the healing power of horses. Eleanor is an instructor at Lovelane Special Needs Horseback Riding Program in Lincoln, Massachusetts, where she teaches one on-one therapeutic horseback riding lessons to children and young adults with disabilities, as well as unmounted group lessons focused on horse care and developing physical, emotional, and social skills. The panelists have made a significant difference in the lives of many in New England including Dr. Elizabeth Richardson, Professor at Mass Dartmouth; Nancy Sheridan, Founder and Executive Director of Emerald Hollow Therapeutic Riding Center; Nicole Sheridan, Program Director at Emerald Hollow Therapeutic Riding Center; Patti Maroney, Founder and Executive Director of Mills River Rescue and Sanctuary; Lynne Bryan Phipps, CEO and Executive Director at Beachwood Integrative Equine Therapy; and, Christy Cashman, award-winning Author and Founder of YouthINK. Proceeds will benefit Beachwood Integrative Equine Therapy.

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ epic animated musical “Moana 2” reunites Moana (voice of Auli‘i Cravalho) and Maui (voice of Dwayne Johnson) three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.

Oscar winner Cillian Murphy delivers a stunning performance as devoted father Bill Furlong in this film based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Claire Keegan. While working as a coal merchant to support his family, he discovers disturbing secrets kept by the local convent — and uncovers truths of his own — forcing him to confront his past and the complicit silence of a small Irish town controlled by the Catholic Church.

Demi Moore gives a career-best performance as Elisabeth Sparkle, a former A-lister past her prime and suddenly fired from her fitness TV show by repellent studio head Harvey (Dennis Quaid). She is then drawn to the opportunity presented by a mysterious new drug: THE SUBSTANCE. All it takes is one injection and she is reborn – temporarily – as the gorgeous, twentysomething Sue (Margaret Qualley). The only rule? Time needs to be split: exactly one week in one body, then one week in the other. No exceptions. A perfect balance. What could go wrong? Deliriously entertaining and ruthlessly satirical, Coralie Fargeat’s Cannes sensation turns toxic beauty culture inside out with a be-careful-what-you-wish-for fable for the ages. Explosive, provocative and twisted, THE SUBSTANCE marks the arrival of a thrillingly visionary filmmaker.

Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart. The two meet as students at Shiz University in the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. Glinda's unflinching desire for popularity sees her seduced by power, while Elphaba's determination to remain true to herself, and to those around her, will have unexpected and shocking consequences on her future. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West. The film also stars Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh as Shiz University’s regal headmistress Madame Morrible; Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton, Fellow Travelers) as Fiyero, a roguish and carefree prince; Tony nominee Ethan Slater (Broadway’s Spongebob Squarepants, Fosse/Verdon) as Boq, an altruistic Munchkin student; Marissa Bode in her feature-film debut as Nessarose, Elphaba’s favored sister; and pop culture icon Jeff Goldblum as the legendary Wizard of Oz.

Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart. A Special Screening of Wicked with Author Gregory Maguire Join us at the West Newton Cinema on Saturday, December 8th, at 12:00 PM for an unforgettable event featuring a screening of Wicked followed by a discussion with acclaimed author Gregory Maguire. About the Event Experience the magic of Wicked, the enchanting story that reimagines the Land of Oz through a thrilling new lens. After the screening, Gregory Maguire will share insights into his bestselling novel, the inspiration behind the beloved Broadway musical, and his journey as a storyteller. Don't miss this unique opportunity to engage with one of today's most imaginative authors in an intimate setting. About Gregory Maguire Gregory Maguire is a New York Times bestselling author best known for Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. Published in 1995, the novel became a cultural phenomenon and inspired the Tony Award-winning musical Wicked. Maguire’s works are renowned for their creative reimaginings of classic stories, blending rich world-building with thought-provoking themes. He has also authored numerous other novels for adults and children, including Son of a Witch, After Alice, and A Wild Winter Swan. A former professor and co-director at Simmons College Center for the Study of Children's Literature, Maguire continues to enchant readers with his inventive storytelling and masterful prose.