In Movie Theaters the Week of
May 12th, 1997

6 films are being released this week

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Tuesday, May 13th

Brassed Off

Rated: R

Grimley Colliery Band is a bastion of the local community and one that its leader cares passionately about. For Danny (PETE POSTLETHWAITE) it is the music that embodies the spirit of that community, representing the very lifeblood of its people. However, as the spectre of unemployment looms large on the horizon, not all the band members can share his passion. Attitudes soon change with the entrance of Gloria (TARA FITZGERALD). Granddaughter of a former band leader and childhood sweetheart of band member Andy (EWAN McGREGOR), she has returned to her hometown. Impressed by her talent and overwhelmed by her beauty, a new wave of enthusiasm sweeps through the band as they embark on the competition circuit. However, admiration is soon dulled and her relationship with Andy threatened, by the stunning revelation that she is an employee of the British Coal Board. Despite the surfacing conflicts, the Grimley Brass Band return triumphant from the National Semi-Finals. Their euphoria is short-lived, however, as they return to find their worst fears realized. The pit has been closed and the defeated community recoils in shock. Phil (STEPHEN TOMPKINSON), Danny's son has now lost everything - his family, his home, his job and almost the will to live. For Danny there is also a grave price to pay for a life's service to the mines. As the band witness his dramatic collapse from pneumoconiosis, a defiant fighting spirit is reawaken. Aided by an unexpected benefactor, the miners unite to realize Danny's dream and take their rightful place at the National Championships in London. As ambassadors for their community, they take a triumphant journey that will tell their story to the nation.

Wednesday, May 14th

City of Industry

Thursday, May 15th

Carla's Song

Friday, May 16th

Night Falls on Manhattan

Rated: R

Andy Garcia stars as Sean Casey, an idealistic street cop turned Manhattan District Attorney who is thrust into the limelight after prosecuting a high profile, headline making case. As he moves deeper into the criminal justice system Casey's world is torn apart, as he experiences personal and professional betrayal after discovering a crime and cover-up among those closest to him. Through the political deals and compromises that come with his new job, Casey learns that his ideals are unrealistic in a political system that forces him to decide between loyalty and morality. Richard Dreyfuss is Sam Vigoda, a liberal defense attorney who opposes Casey in the courtroom. Lena Olin plays Peggy Lindstrom, a colleague of Vigoda's drawn into a romance with Casey despite conflicting professional agendas. Ron Leibman is District Attorney Morgenstern, who supports Casey and grooms him to be his successor Ian Holm rounds out the principal cast as Sean's father, Liam Casey, a veteran cop whose involvement in the case launches his son's career and triggers its downfall.

The Second Jungle Book: Mowgli and Baloo

Rated: PG

Mowgli (Jamie Williams) is living in the jungles of India where he has been raised by his wildlife family including Baloo and Bagheera. A circus scout spots Mowgli and pursues him for inclusion in the big-top show.

Love! Valour! Compassion!