Flickers — ‘Alien: Covenant’ opens Friday

BOX OFFICE LEADERS

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 PG13 The team ventures to discover the mystery of Peter Quill’s true origins in the boundaries of the galaxy.

Snatched R Jilted by her boyfriend, a young woman convinces her mother to join her on a trip to paradise that turns out to be a survival nightmare.

King Arthur: Legend of the Sword PG13 Young King Arthur becomes the king of Camelot after pulling a magic sword from the legendary stone.

Fate of the Furious PG13 While Dom and Letty are honeymooning, a mysterious woman woos Dom back into a crime ring and challenges the gang.

The Boss Baby PG A suitcase wielding baby arrives to an expectant family, and the 7-year old brother soon recognizes a sinister plot starting to unfold.

Beauty and the Beast PG Disney brings the classic love affair of a beautiful woman and a hideous prince to the screen with this live action musical.

How to Be a Latin Lover PG13 Dumped after years of marriage, a man discovers he is not the heartthrob he used to be and must embrace family.

The Circle PG13 A young woman is employed by a mega tech company but will soon discover the intrusiveness of their business threatens everyone.

Gifted PG13 A single father is challenged in taking care of his mentally gifted daughter as her mathematical abilities grow and relatives seek control.

Smurfs: The Lost Village PG Smurfette and her blue buddies Brainy, Hefty, and Clumsy discover a secret map that will reveal a huge Smurf secret.

Going in Style PG13 In this modern remake of three old-timers gone crooked, the old boys decide to rob a bank to pay their bills and help the kids.

Born in China G A poignant documentary filmed in China, focuses on a panda bear caring for her cub and the survival of other endangered species.

***Also Playing in Theaters***

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, Battle of Memories, Buster’s Mal Heart, The Case for Christ, The Dinner, Get Out, Logan, The Lost City of Z, Love off the Cuff, Lowriders, Mother’s Day, Phoenix Forgotten, Their Finest, The Wall, Your Name.

Coming to Theaters on May 19

Alien: Covenant R Ridley Scott returns with an alien adventure as the colony ship discovers a remote planet touted to be a virtual paradise. Stars: Michael Fassbender, Katherine Waterston, Billy Crudup, Danny McBride. Directed by Ridley Scott.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul PG In this fourth installment, the Heffley family ventures on a road trip to Meemaw’s birthday with a side trip. Stars: Alicia Silverstone, Tom Everett Scott, Charlie Wright, Jason Drucker. Directed by David Bowers.

Everything, Everything PG13 In this romantic drama, a teen breaks from her sheltered life when she falls madly in love with the boy next door. Stars: Amandla Stenberg, Nick Robinson, Anika Noni Rose, Ana de le Reguera. Directed by Stella Meghie.

Coming Soon: The Commune, Wakefield, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell no Tales, Baywatch, Buena Vista Social Club: Adios, Drone.

New on DVD

xXx 3: Return of Xander Cage PG-13 Left for dead, Xander secretly returns for another assignment under the direction of his handler, Augustus.

Resident Evil: The Final Chapter R Alice as sole surviving combatant against the undead returns to Raccoon City to destroy the Umbrella Corp.

The Space Between Us PG-13 The first human born on Mars joins his online friend during a visit to Earth, and they race against time.

Foreign, Classics, Documentaries, and more: A Mermaid’s Tale, Between Us, Extortion, Africa’s Great Civilizations, Patient, Gospel of Mark, Breakdown Lane, Good Morning, The Windmill.

Television: The Kennedys After Camelot, Nashville s3, Under the Grill s1, Murders at Barlume, The Bridge s3.

Guy Hanford, a film buff and Kensington Video owner for 33 years, retired after a 39-year teaching career in Ramona.