Thursday, September 12, 2013

Robert DeNiro Stars in "The Family" at Digiplex Destinations




A Mafia boss and his family are relocated to a sleepy, insular French village after ratting out the mob.  The Family” stars Robert DeNiro as reformed mob boss Fred Manzoni who wants to change his life, but has difficulty staying in line with the witness protection program.

The Manzonis are completely out of their element in rural France. They ultimately revert to their old habits, handling their problems the “family” way.  After a store clerk criticizes her French-American accent, the hot-tempered Mrs. Manzoni, played by Michelle Pfeiffer, burns down a local grocery store.
Michelle Pfeiffer and Robert DeNiro star in "The Family"

Despite the best efforts of an irritable CIA Agent (played by Tommy Lee Jones) to keep the family safe, the Manzonis cannot help but regress to their old ways and eventually blow their cover. Ultimately their former mafia ‘associates’ track them down and send over goons to take them out of commission.

The action comedy, “The Family” was written and directed by Luc Besson (“The Professional,” “The Fifth Element” and “La Femme Nikita.”) Starring along side Robert DeNiro and Tommy Lee Jones, are Michelle Pfeiffer who plays DeNiro’s wife, Maggie, and Dianne Agron (of Glee) and John D’Leo, who play their children. 

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Vin Diesel stars in RIDDICK at Digiplex Destinations



Left for dead on a sun-scorched planet, the extraterrestrial ex-con Riddick must fight for his survival against alien predators more lethal than any humans he has ever faced.  Vin Diesel stars as Riddick in this science fiction action film which is the third installment in The Chronicles of Riddick film series.


Vin Diesel stars as Riddick
Betrayed by the fanatical Necromongers, Riddick becomes more powerful and dangerous than ever before as he struggles for his life on the desolate planet.  Dueling bands of bounty hunters throughout the galaxy descend on ships to capture Riddick.  Onboard one of the ships is a captain who has a very personal score to settle with Riddick and is after his head.


Forced to use a beacon to alert the very bounty hunters he has been evading, Riddick eventually outsmarts them in his pursuit of revenge.  Once his enemies are exactly where he wants them, the anti-hero Riddick unveils a malicious attack of retaliation.  With his supreme intelligence, willpower and physical abilities, Riddick returns to Furya, his home planet to ultimately save it from massive destruction.





Thursday, August 22, 2013

The United States of Football - A Must See For All Parents at Digiplex


Film heralded by players and fans - 
Breaks a sports documentary release record

A father with insider access asks, “Should I let my kid play?”
A must-see for all parents with kids in sports.

A compelling documentary and in-depth cultural examination of the game of football, America’s favorite pastime, from pee wee’s to the pros and the risks and long term dangers. "The United States of Football" could become the most controversial and watched expose in sports.

The movie follows Sean Pamphilon – a father, football fan and filmmaker – as he struggles with the question, “Should I let my kid play?”  Pamphilon, is the Emmy and Peabody-winning filmmaker who rocked the sports world and made public the infamous Bountygate tapes.

With insider access to coaches, players and healthcare professionals, Pamphilon’s film documents a dark side of the game – increasing incidence of brain damage, dementia and slow death resulting from repetitive head trauma among professional athletes. The United States of Football takes an intimate first-hand look into the lives of players – once vigorous men with everything to live for, as they lose their minds, their functions and their lives. MRI’s, autopsies and medical research leave little doubt that Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a risk for many athletes.

The United States of Football ends in pain and hope - some football legends wither away leaving angry and grieving families; others bravely continue fighting to reform football. Since it all started with kids, The United States of Football examines football coaching and training from Pee Wees to the pros and looks at the steps that can be taken to protect players and ensure both the excitement and integrity of football.
Kyle Turley in "The United States of Football"

The United States of Football is a must see for all who care about football and every parent wondering, "Should my kid play?"  Featuring Bob Costas, Mike Ditka, Kyle Turley, Jim Brown, John Mackey, Chris Henry,  Kurt Warner, Ralph Wenzel, Frank Deford, Justin Strzeiczyk, Malcolm Gladwell and James Harrison.






Thursday, August 15, 2013

The Butler starring Forest Whitaker with Oprah Winfrey at Digiplex Destinations


“You hear nothing. You see nothing. 
You only serve.”



"The Butler" stars Forest Whitaker as Cecil Gaines, a White House butler who served eight American presidents over three decades.  The film portrays the compelling personal story of the Butler who served as an eyewitness to decades of dramatic change that swept America.

“The Butler” is based on the life of the late Eugene Allen, an African American butler who served eight presidents and rose to the position of White House maître d’ after arriving from the Deep South.  The film portrays a butler, Cecil Gaines following his tragic upbringing plagued with racial violence.  He ultimately learns his trade at a hotel in Washington, D.C. where he is discovered and tapped to work as a Butler for the White House.

Forest Whitaker stars in "The Butler" with Robin Williams
Amidst the evolution of racial politics in America, Forest Whitaker gives a passionate portrayal of the challenges The Butler faces balancing his highly prestigious position with his family at the height of the turbulent years of the Civil Rights Movement.

A star studded cast includes Forest Whitaker as "The Butler," Oprah Winfrey, Cuba Gooding Jr, Mariah Carey, Vanessa Redgrave, Terrance Howard, Robin Williams, James Marsden, Minka Kelly, Alan Rickman, Liev Schreiber and John Cusack.


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