MARTY BOWEN

THE HATE U GIVE (2019)
Starring Amandla Stenberg, Lamar Johnson, Regina Hall, Russell Hornsby, Anthony MacKie, Common, Tj Wright, Issa Rae, Algee Smith and K.j. Apa. Directed by George Tillman Jr.

Starr Carter is constantly switching between two worlds: the poor, mostly black, neighbourhood where she lives and the rich, mostly white, prep school she attends. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Now, facing pressures from all sides of the community, Starr must find her voice and stand up for what's right.

REVIEWS The Hate U Give - A traumatic and triumphant coming-of-age story

FIRST MAN (2018)
Starring Ryan Gosling, Claire Foy, Corey Stoll, Kyle Chandler, Jason Clarke, Shea Whigham, Christopher Abbott, Brian D'Arcy James, Pablo Schreiber and Patrick Fugit. Directed by Damien Chazelle.

The riveting story of NASA’s mission to land a man on the moon, focusing on Neil Armstrong and the years 1961-1969.

REVIEWS First Man - An incredible and deeply moving journey into the impossible

POWER RANGERS (2017)
Starring Dacre Montgomery, Naomi Scott, Rj Cyler, Becky G, Ludi Lin, Bill Hader, Bryan Cranston, Elizabeth Banks, David Denman and Caroline Cave. Directed by Dean Israelite.

Five ordinary teens must become something extraordinary when they learn that their small town of Angel Grove - and the world - is on the verge of being obliterated by an alien threat. Chosen by destiny, our heroes quickly discover they are the only ones who can save the planet. But to do so, they will have to overcome their real-life issues and before it’s too late, band together as the Power Rangers.

REVIEWS Power Rangers - A totally unexpected and genuine delight

PAPER TOWNS (2015)
Starring Cara Delevigne, Nat Wolff, Halston Sage, Cara Buono, Austin Abrams and Caitlin Carver. Directed by Jake Schreier.

A coming-of-age story centering on Quentin and his enigmatic neighbor Margo, who loved mysteries so much she became one. After taking him on an all-night adventure through their hometown, Margo suddenly disappears - leaving behind cryptic clues for Quentin to decipher. The search leads Quentin and his quick-witted friends on an exhilarating adventure that is equal parts hilarious and moving. Ultimately, to track down Margo, Quentin must find a deeper understanding of true friendship - and true love.

REVIEWS Paper Towns - Paper thin

THE MAZE RUNNER (2014)
Starring Dylan O'Brien, Patricia Clarkson, Kaya Scodelario, Will Poulter and Thomas Brodie-Sangster. Directed by Wes Ball.

Set in a post-apocalyptic world, where Thomas is deposited in a community of young men after his memory is erased. After learning they’re all trapped in a maze, Thomas joins forces with fellow “runners” to not only escape the maze, but solve its riddle and reveal the chilling secret of who brought them there, and why.

REVIEWS The Maze Runner - Twists and turns aplenty

SAFE HAVEN (2013)
Starring Cobie Smulders - Jo, Josh Duhamel - Alex Wheatley, Julianne Hough - Katie Feldman and David Lyons - Kevin Tierney. Directed by Lasse HallstrÖm.

Based on the novel by best-selling author Nicholas Sparks, Safe Haven tells the story of a young woman with a mysterious past who lands in Southport, North Carolina where her bond with a widower forces her to confront the dark secret that haunts her.

REVIEWS Safe Haven - Nicholas Sparks strikes again