What to do when a stormy forecast clouds big plans for a beach day in Cape May County? When in doubt, an afternoon at the movies is a classic choice. This summer features plenty of highly anticipated feature film releases that you won’t want to miss. Read on to see a preview of some that seem to be generating the biggest Hollywood buzz.
Independence Day: Resurgence
Release Date: June 24
Starring: Maika Monroe, Liam Hemsworth, Joey King
Two decades after the first Independence Day invasion, Earth is faced with a new extra-Solar threat. But will mankind’s new space defenses be enough?
The Purge: Election Year
Release Date: July 1
Starring: Frank Grillo, Elizabeth Mitchell, Mykelti Williamson
Two years after choosing not to kill the man who killed his son, former police sergeant Barnes has become head of security for Senator Charlene Roan, the front runner in the next Presidential election due to her vow to eliminate the Purge.
The Legend of Tarzan
Release Date: July 1
Starring: Margot Robbie, Alexander Skarsgård, Samuel L. Jackson
Tarzan, having acclimated to life in London, is called back to his former home in the jungle to investigate the activities at a mining encampment.
The BFG
Release Date: July 1
Starring: Rebecca Hall, Mark Rylance, Bill Hader
A girl named Sophie encounters the Big Friendly Giant who, despite his intimidating appearance, turns out to be a kindhearted soul who is considered an outcast by the other giants because unlike his peers refuses to eat boys and girls.
Catch your favorite new release at one of Cape May County’s theaters such as Frank Theatres Rio Stadium 12 on Route 9 in Rio Grande or Moorlyn Family Theatre on the Boardwalk in Ocean City.