Movie Guide: What's playing in Aiken for the weekend of Nov. 8
Nov. 8—"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" NEW
Nobody is ready for the mayhem and surprises that ensue when six of the worst youngsters disrupt the town's yearly Christmas performance. With Kyle Heiman, Sebastian Billingsley-Rodriguez and Judy Greer. Written by Platte F. Clark, Darin McDaniel and Ryan Swanson. Directed by Dallas Jenkins. Based on the novel by Barbara Robinson. (1:39) PG
"Heretic" NEW
Two young religious women are drawn into the game of cat-and-mouse in the house of a strange man. With Hugh Grant, Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East. Written and directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods. (1:50) R
"Here"
A generational story about families and the special place they inhabit, sharing in love, loss, laughter and life. With Tom Hanks, Robin Wright and Paul Bettany. Written by Eric Roth, Robert Zemeckis and Richard McGuire. Directed by Robert Zemekis. (1:44) PG-13
"Conclave"
When Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with leading one of the world's most secretive and ancient events, selecting a new Pope, he finds himself at the center of a conspiracy that could shake the very foundation of the Catholic Church. With Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and John Lithgow. Written by Peter Straughan and Robert Harris. Directed by Edward Berger. Based on the novel by Robert Harris. (2:00) PG
"Venom: The Last Dance"
Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie's last dance. With Tom Hardy, Juno Temple and Alanna Ubach. Written by Kelly Marcel and Tom Hardy. Directed by Kelly Marcel. (1:49) PG-13
"Smile 2"
About to embark on a world tour, global pop sensation Skye Riley begins experiencing increasingly terrifying and inexplicable events. Overwhelmed by the escalating horrors and the pressures of fame, Skye is forced to face her past. With Naomi Scott, Kyle Gallner and Drew Barrymore. Written and directed by Parker Finn. (2:07) R
"Terrifier 3"
Art the Clown is set to unleash chaos on the unsuspecting residents of Miles County as the peacefully drift off to sleep on Christmas Eve. With Lauren LaVera, David Howard Thornton and Antonella Rose. Written and directed by Damien Leone. (2:15) NR
"The Wild Robot"
After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. With Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal and Kit Connor. Written by Chris Sanders and Peter Brown. Directed by Chris Sanders. (1:41) PG
"We Live in Time"
An up-and-coming chef and a recent divorcee find their lives forever changed when a chance encounter brings them together in a decade-spanning deeply moving romance. With Andrew Garfield, Florence Pugh and Grace Delaney. Written by Nick Payne. Directed by John Crowley. (1:47) R