Black Panther

Isolated and hidden from the world for centuries, the nation of Wakanda has grown rich and technologically advanced, thanks to its deposits of vibranium, an incredibly rare metal. After his father's death, T'Challa (Boseman) returns to Wakanda to take the throne and keep the kingdom united as Black Panther, a hero given supernatural strength by a mysterious heart-shaped herb and a suit made of vibranium. However, when an exiled Wakandan named Killmonger (Jordan) arrives on the scene with a message of revolution, Wakanda's future -- and that of the entire world -- hangs in the balance.

Director: Ryan Coogler. Stars: Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong'o, Danai Gurira, Letita Wright, Daniel Kaluuya, Martin Freeman. 2018. 134 min. Action.

Bent

After spending more than three years in prison, ex-cop Danny Gallagher (Urban) begins investigating a car bombing that he suspects may be related to the botched drug bust that ended with his partner's death and led to him being incarcerated after being accused of corruption. With help from another former cop (Garcia) and a beautiful federal agent (Vergara), Danny tries to uncover the truth about who killed his partner and framed him for the crime, but as he digs deeper into the case, he begins to realize that he may not be able to fully trust the very people helping him try to clear his name.

Director: Bobby Moresco. Stars: Karl Urban, Sofia Vergara, Andy Garcia, Grace Byers, Vincent Spano, Trai Byers, John Finn. 2018. 96 min. Crime.

Samson

A classic story from the Bible comes to life. After Samson (James) is given great strength by God, he performs many incredible acts, even slaying a lion with just his bare hands. His wife, Delilah (Leahy), discovers the secret of his superhuman strength, however, and betrays him to his enemies. Now powerless and in the clutches of those who hate him, Samson faces the ultimate test of his faith.

Directors: Bruce Macdonald, Gabriel Sabloff. Stars: Taylor James, Caitlin Leahy, Jackson Rathbone, Billy Zane, Rutger Hauer, Lindsay Wagner, Greg Kriek. 2018. 110 min. Action.