Dinner and a Movie

Ant-Man and the Wasp is a 2018 American superhero film based on Marvel Comics featuring the characters Scott Lang / Ant-Man and Hope Pym / Wasp. Produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, it is the sequel to Ant-Man (2015) and the 20th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The film was directed by Peyton Reed and written by the writing teams of Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers, and Paul Rudd, Andrew Barrer and Gabriel Ferrari. It stars Rudd as Lang and Evangeline Lilly as Hope van Dyne, alongside Michael Peña, Walton Goggins, Hannah John-Kamen, David Dastmalchian, Tip "T.I." Harris, Judy Greer, Bobby Cannavale, Randall Park, Abby Ryder Fortson, Michelle Pfeiffer, Laurence Fishburne, and Michael Douglas. In the film, the titular pair work with Hank Pym (Douglas) to retrieve Janet van Dyne (Pfeiffer) from the Quantum Realm.

National Treasure is a 2004 American action-adventure heist film released by Walt Disney Pictures. It was written by Jim Kouf and the Wibberleys, produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, and directed by Jon Turteltaub. It is the first film in the National Treasure franchise and stars Nicolas Cage in the lead role, Harvey Keitel, Jon Voight, Diane Kruger, Sean Bean, Justin Bartha and Christopher Plummer. In the film, Benjamin Franklin Gates, a historian, along with computer expert Riley Poole and archivist Abigail Chase, search for a massive lost Freemason treasure, which includes a map hidden on the back of the United States Declaration of Independence.

Superman (also marketed as Superman: The Movie) is a 1978 superhero film based on DC Comics featuring the eponymous character, played by Christopher Reeve. It is the first of four installments in the Superman film series starring Reeve as Superman. The film was directed by Richard Donner based on a screenplay by Mario Puzo, David Newman, Leslie Newman, and Robert Benton. The film features an ensemble cast including Marlon Brando, Gene Hackman, Jeff East, Margot Kidder, Glenn Ford, Phyllis Thaxter, Jackie Cooper, Trevor Howard, Marc McClure, Terence Stamp, Valerie Perrine, Ned Beatty, Jack O'Halloran, Maria Schell, and Sarah Douglas. It depicts the origin of Superman, including his infancy as Kal-El of Krypton, son of Jor-El (Brando), and his youthful years in the rural town of Smallville. Disguised as reporter Clark Kent, he adopts a mild-mannered disposition in Metropolis and develops a romance with Lois Lane (Kidder) while battling the villainous Lex Luthor (Hackman).

Ocean's Eleven is an American caper film. It is directed by Steven Soderbergh and produced by the late Jerry Weintraub. A reboot of the 1960 film, Ocean's 11, it is the first in a series of three films and is followed by Ocean's Twelve and then Ocean's Thirteen. It premiered in the United States on December 7, 2001.The film follows the main protagonist Danny Ocean and his crew of eleven professional and amateur con men, as they endeavor a large scale heist of three Las Vegas casinos. Just after his release from prison, Danny gathers the group seeking to both get rich and so he can get back with Tess, his ex-wife, now in a relationship with Terry Benedict, the casinos' owner. The film features an ensemble cast including George Clooney, Matt Damon, Andy García, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Casey Affleck, Don Cheadle, Scott Caan, Elliott Gould, Bernie Mac, and Carl Reiner.

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl is a swashbuckling adventure film directed by Gore Verbinski, released in 2003. Inspired by the Disneyland theme park ride, the movie introduces Captain Jack Sparrow, played by Johnny Depp, in a tale of cursed Aztec gold, undead pirates, and high-seas intrigue. Set in the Caribbean during the age of piracy, the film weaves a captivating narrative filled with humor, action, and supernatural elements. Cast Orlando Bloom, Keira Knightley, Jack Davenport, Jonathan Pryce, Geoffrey Rush, Johnny Depp, Zoe Saldaña.

Just Go with It, is a 2011 Comedy, Romance movie where a plastic surgeon, romancing a much younger schoolteacher, enlists his loyal assistant to pretend to be his soon to be ex-wife, in order to cover up a careless lie. When more lies backfire, the assistant's kids become involved, and everyone heads off for a weekend in Hawaii that will change all their lives. Cast Adam Sandler as Dr. Daniel "Danny" Maccabee, Jennifer Aniston as Katherine Murphy, Nicole Kidman as Devlin Adams, Nick Swardson as Eddie Simms, Brooklyn Decker as Palmer Dodge, Bailee Madison as Maggie Murphy, Griffin Gluck as Michael Murphy, Dave Matthews as Ian Maxtone-Jones, Jackie Sandler as Veruca, Rachel Dratch as Kirsten Brant, Kevin Nealon as Adon, Heidi Montag as Kimberly, Minka Kelly as Joanna Damon, Rakefet Abergel as Patricia, Dan Patrick as Tanner Patrick, Mario Joyner as Henderson, Keegan-Michael Key as Ernesto, Allen Covert as Brian (Soul Patch), Andy Roddick as himself, Jake Shimabukuro as ukulele player.

Barbie is a 2023 movie that follows the titular doll, living in Barbieland, where the Barbies rule everything, taking all the jobs and houses, while the Kens are off on the sidelines, simply living as accessories. When the stereotypical Barbie (Robbie) begins to have an existential crisis, including questioning her mortality, she journeys to the real world, where she bonds with the struggling mother and Mattel employee Gloria (America Ferrera). Ken (Ryan Gosling) follows along but ends up learning about the patriarchy and attempts to bring it back to Barbieland. Supporting Cast Nicola Coughlan plays Diplomat Barbie, showcasing her range beyond her popularity in "Bridgerton". Issa Rae appears as President Barbie, bringing her signature style and presence to the role. Simu Liu and Ncuti Gatwa take on the roles of other Kens, adding variety and charm to the ensemble. Emma Mackey, Alexandra Shipp, and Hari Nef represent different versions of Barbie, highlighting the diversity within Barbieland. Their characters contribute significantly to the storyline's progression and the film's exploration of identity and self-expression. Cameo Appearances The film also includes notable cameo appearances which enhance its appeal. Dua Lipa appears as Mermaid Barbie, blending her musical talent with acting. John Cena makes a surprising appearance as Merman Ken, adding a unique twist to the narrative. Marisa Abela and Lucy Boynton appear as Video Girl Barbie and Teen Talk Barbie, respectively, bringing nostalgic elements to long-time Barbie fans. Rob Brydon plays Sugar Daddy Ken, providing comic moments.

The Flash is a 2023 movie After helping Bruce Wayne / Batman and Diana Prince / Wonder Woman stop a robbery gone wrong, Barry Allen / The Flash revisits his childhood home. There, he remembers his childhood with parents Nora and Henry, before Henry's wrongful imprisonment for Nora's murder. Overcome by his emotions, Barry accidentally travels back in time to earlier in the day and informs Bruce about it. Despite Bruce's warnings that time travel can have unintended consequences, Barry goes back to the day of Nora's death and prevents it from happening. As Barry returns to the present, he is knocked out of the Speed Force by another Speedster and ends up in an alternate 2013 where his mother is alive. He finds his past self and realizes he has arrived on the day he originally obtained his powers. Barry and his 2013 counterpart go to the Central City Police Department, where Barry forces 2013-Barry to be struck by lightning, giving 2013-Barry powers, but losing his own powers in the process. As Barry struggles to train 2013-Barry to use his powers, the two of them see a broadcast by General Zod, who is preparing to invade Earth. Cast: Ezra Miller as Barry Allen / The Flash, Sasha Calle as Kara Zor-El / Supergirl, Michael Shannon as General Zod, Ron Livingston as Henry Allen, Maribel Verdú as Nora Allen, Kiersey Clemons as Iris West, Antje Traue as Faora-Ul, Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne / Batman.

Meg 2: The Trench a literally larger-than-life thrill ride that supersizes the 2018 blockbuster and takes the action to higher heights and even greater depths with multiple massive Megs and so much more! Dive into uncharted waters with Jason Statham and global action icon Wu Jing as they lead a daring research team on an exploratory dive into the deepest depths of the ocean. Their voyage spirals into chaos when a malevolent mining operation threatens their mission and forces them into a high-stakes battle for survival. Pitted against colossal Megs and relentless environmental plunderers, our heroes must outrun, outsmart, and outswim their merciless predators in a pulse-pounding race against time. Immerse yourself in the most electrifying cinematic experience of the year with "Meg 2: The Trench" – where the depths of the ocean are matched only by the heights of sheer, unstoppable excitement! Cast: Jason Statham as Jonas Taylor, Meiying's stepfather and the husband of the late Suyin Zhang, Wu Jing as Jiuming Zhang, Meiying's uncle, Sophia Cai as Meiying, Jiuming's niece and Jonas' stepdaughter, Cliff Curtis as Mac, Mana One operations manager, Page Kennedy as DJ, an engineer at Mana One, Sergio Peris Mencheta as Montes, a mercenary in charge of illegal mining operations, Skyler Samuels as Jess, a Mana One worker, Melissanthi Mahut as Rigas, a security officer at Mana One, Whoopie Van Raam as Curtis, a diver at Mana One, Kiran Sonia Sawar as Sal, a diver at Mana One, Felix Mayr as Lance, a diver at Mana One, Sienna Guillory as Hilary Driscoll, a billionaire investor who is financing Jiuming's efforts in the Mana One.

American Pie is a 1999 movie about a group of guys vow they will lose their virginity by prom night. Unfortunately, for one of them, Jim, he has trouble acting normal around women, especially Nadia, a foreign exchange student who has the hots for him it's a comedy film directed and co-produced by Paul Weitz and written by Adam Herz. The film's main ensemble cast includes Jason Biggs, Chris Klein, Alyson Hannigan, Natasha Lyonne, Thomas Ian Nicholas, Tara Reid, Mena Suvari, Eddie Kaye Thomas, and Seann William Scott, with Eugene Levy, Shannon Elizabeth, Chris Owen, and Jennifer Coolidge in notable supporting roles.   

Man of Steel (2013) On the doomed planet Krypton, scientist Jor-El (Russell Crowe) and his wife Lara (Ayelet Zurer) send their newborn son, Kal-El, to Earth to save him from the planet's destruction. General Zod (Michael Shannon) attempts a coup, believing he can save Krypton, but he is thwarted and banished to the Phantom Zone. Kal-El, now Clark Kent (Henry Cavill), grows up in Kansas with his adoptive parents, Jonathan (Kevin Costner) and Martha Kent (Diane Lane). Clark struggles with his superhuman abilities and the secret of his origins. Jonathan teaches him to control his powers and use them for good but also to keep them hidden. As an adult, Clark wanders the world, performing secret acts of heroism. He discovers a Kryptonian scout ship in the Arctic, which contains a hologram of his father, Jor-El. Jor-El reveals Clark's true heritage and purpose, gifting him the iconic Superman suit. General Zod and his followers escape the Phantom Zone and arrive on Earth, demanding that humanity surrender Kal-El. Zod intends to use a World Engine to terraform Earth into a new Krypton, which would wipe out human civilization. Superman battles Zod and his forces in Smallville and Metropolis, causing widespread destruction. The climactic fight sees Superman forced to make a devastating choice to save innocent lives, ultimately killing Zod to protect humanity. In the aftermath, Clark adopts the persona of a reporter at the Daily Planet to maintain a low profile while continuing to protect Earth as Superman. His colleague Lois Lane (Amy Adams) becomes his confidant and ally. Cast: Henry Cavill as Clark Kent / Superman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Michael Shannon as General Zod, Russell Crowe as Jor-El, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Kevin Costner as Jonathan 'Pa' Kent, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Christopher Meloni as Colonel Nathan Hardy, Antje Traue, Harry Lennix, Ayelet Zurer as Lara Lor-Van, Richard Schiff as Dr. Emil Hamilton, Jadin Gould, Carla Gugino as Kelor (voice), Christina Wren, David Paetkau as Northcom Threat Analyst.

Ocean's Eight (2018) Five years, eight months, 12 days...and counting. That's how long Debbie Ocean (Sandra Bullock) has been devising the biggest heist of her life. She knows what it's going to take—a team of the best in their field, starting with her partner-in-crime Lou Miller (Cate Blanchett). Together, they recruit a crew of specialists: jeweler Amita (Mindy Kaling); street con Constance (Awkwafina); expert fence Tammy (Sarah Paulson); hacker Nine Ball (Rihanna); and fashion designer Rose (Helena Bonham Carter). The target is a cool $150 million dollars in diamonds—diamonds that will be around the neck of world-famous actress Daphne Kluger (Anne Hathaway), who will be CenterStage at the event of the year, the Met Gala. The plan is rock solid, but everything will need to be flawless if the team is going to get in and get away with the ice. All in plain sight. 

Director James Wan and Aquaman himself, Jason Momoa—along with Patrick Wilson, Amber Heard, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Nicole Kidman—return in the sequel to the highest-grossing DC film of all time: "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" December 22, 2023. Having failed to defeat Aquaman the first time, Black Manta, still driven by the need to avenge his father's death, will stop at nothing to take Aquaman down once and for all. This time Black Manta is more formidable than ever before, wielding the power of the mythic Black Trident, which unleashes an ancient and malevolent force. To defeat him, Aquaman will turn to his imprisoned brother Orm, the former King of Atlantis, to forge an unlikely alliance. Together, they must set aside their differences in order to protect their kingdom and save Aquaman's family, and the world, from irreversible destruction.
All returning to the roles they originated, Jason Momoa plays Arthur Curry/Aquaman, now balancing his duties as both the King of Atlantis and a new father; Patrick Wilson is Orm, Aquaman's half-brother and his nemesis, who must now step into a new role as his brother's reluctant ally; Amber Heard is Mera, Atlantis' Queen and mother of the heir to the throne; Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is Black Manta, committed more than ever to avenge his father's death by destroying Aquaman, his family and Atlantis; and Nicole Kidman as Atlanna, a fierce leader and mother with the heart of a warrior. Also reprising their roles are Dolph Lundgren as King Nereus and Randall Park as Dr. Stephen Shin.

The Replacements is a 2000 sports comedy film directed by Howard Deutch. It stars Keanu Reeves as Shane Falco, Gene Hackman as Coach Jimmy McGinty, and features a cast including Orlando Jones, Brooke Langton, and Jon Favreau. The film runs for 118 minutes and was produced with a budget of $50 million, grossing slightly more at the box office. The story is set during a players' strike in the NFL, specifically focusing on the fictional Washington Sentinels. With only four games left in the season, the team's owner hires McGinty to coach a group of replacement players. Falco, a former college star, is recruited as the quarterback. The team faces various challenges, including internal conflicts and the pressure to succeed against the striking players. 

Bullet Train 2022 Action/Thriller in Bullet Train, Brad Pitt stars as Ladybug, an unlucky assassin determined to do his job peacefully after one too many gigs gone off the rails. Fate, however, may have other plans, as Ladybug's latest mission puts him on a collision course with lethal adversaries from around the globe – all with connected, yet conflicting, objectives – on the world's fastest train...and he's got to figure out how to get off. From the director of Deadpool 2, David Leitch, the end of the line is only the beginning in a wild, non-stop thrill ride through modern-day Japan. Starring Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Brian Tyree Henry, Andrew Koji, Hiroyuki Sanada, Michael Shannon, Benito A. Martínez Ocasio, Sandra Bullock.

Bruce Almighty is a 2003 American fantasy comedy film directed by Tom Shadyac and written by Steve Koren, Mark O'Keefe and Steve Oedekerk. Bruce Nolan is a TV reporter who believes the entire universe is stacked against him. In a life-altering encounter, the Big Guy Upstairs endows Bruce with all of His divine powers and challenges Bruce to take on the big job to see if he can do it any better. Starring Jim Carrey, Morgan Freeman, Jennifer Aniston, Philip Baker Hall.

Wonka is a 2023 musical fantasy film directed by Paul King, who co-wrote the screenplay with Simon Farnaby. It is a prequel to the 1971 film Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, which is in turn based on the 1964 novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl. Wonka tells the wondrous story of how the world's greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today. An intoxicating mix of magic and music, mayhem and emotion, all told with fabulous heart and humor. Starring Timothée Chalamet, Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, Mathew Baynton, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Jim Carter, Olivia Colman, Hugh Grant.

Sweet Home Alabama is a charming romantic comedy film released in 2002, directed by Andy Tennant. The movie stars Reese Witherspoon as Melanie Carmichael, a successful and fashionable New York City fashion designer who is about to get engaged to her wealthy and refined boyfriend, Andrew Hennings (Patrick Dempsey). However, her plans are thrown into disarray when she realizes she must confront her past before moving forward.

The film's plot revolves around Melanie's journey back to her hometown of Pigeon Creek, Alabama, to finalize her divorce from her childhood sweetheart, Jake Perry (Josh Lucas). Unbeknownst to her fiancé in New York, Melanie has a secret past in Alabama, where she grew up in a small-town environment that contrasts sharply with her current glamorous life.