Movies About July 4Th

From Christopher Nolan, starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Mackenzie Foy
Rated PG-13

Interstellar is an epic science fiction film directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, and Jessica Chastain. Set in a dystopian future, Earth is on the brink of an ecological collapse. McConaughey plays Cooper, a former NASA pilot and engineer, who is forced to leave his family in order to pilot a spaceship through a wormhole in search of a new home for humanity. Along the way he and his crew encounter strange and unknown places and civilizations, and must use their ingenuity to find a new home for humanity. Along the way they also discover the mysteries of the universe and the power of love. It's a thrilling and emotional journey that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

From James McTeigue, starring Hugo Weaving, Natalie Portman, Rupert Graves, Stephen Rea
Rated R

V for Vendetta is a 2005 dystopian political thriller set in a future British society dominated by a totalitarian regime. The film follows a mysterious vigilante known as V (Hugo Weaving) as he attempts to overthrow the oppressive government, inspiring others to join him in a revolution. V's acts of terrorism, which include blowing up the London Parliament building and assassinating key members of the government, spark a nation-wide rebellion against the government. Ultimately, V's actions inspire the people of Britain to unite and create a more open, tolerant society. With the help of his companion, Evey Hammond (Natalie Portman), V ultimately succeeds in his mission.

From Ava DuVernay, starring Melina Abdullah, Michelle Alexander, Cory Booker, Dolores Canales
Rated TV-MA

13th is a 2016 documentary about the criminalization of African Americans and the US prison system. Directed and written by Ava DuVernay, the documentary explores how the US criminal justice system has evolved from the passage of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, which abolished slavery, to the present. Through interviews and archival footage, DuVernay examines the economic, legal and social implications of the mass incarceration of African Americans, and how the “War on Drugs” has disproportionately targeted people of color. The film features interviews with prominent activists, politicians, and scholars, including Angela Davis and Henry Louis Gates Jr. 13th ultimately argues that the 13th Amendment has been distorted to create a new form of involuntary servitude, resulting in an ever-escalating cycle of poverty and incarceration.

From Cameron Crowe, starring Billy Crudup, Patrick Fugit, Kate Hudson, Frances McDormand
Rated R

Almost Famous is a semi-autobiographical coming-of-age drama written and directed by Cameron Crowe. The film follows 15-year-old William Miller, an aspiring writer and music journalist, as he lands an assignment to profile a rising rock band. During his travels, William experiences the highs and lows of the rock-n-roll lifestyle, as he struggles to balance his newfound fame and the demands of his overprotective mother. Along the way, he finds an unlikely connection with the band's enigmatic lead guitarist, who helps to provide him with an invaluable education in the ways of rock-n-roll. Through the journey, William learns valuable lessons about life, love, and friendship.

From Theodore Melfi, starring Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monáe, Kevin Costner
Rated PG

Hidden Figures is a 2016 American biographical drama film directed by Theodore Melfi and written by Melfi and Allison Schroeder. The film focuses on the true story of three African-American women working at NASA who served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit, a stunning achievement that restored the nation's confidence and turned around the Space Race. The main characters are Katherine Johnson (Taraji P. Henson), a brilliant mathematician; Dorothy Vaughan (Octavia Spencer), a pioneering computer scientist; and Mary Jackson (Janelle Monáe), a NASA engineer and the first African-American woman to earn a professional engineering degree. Despite the racial and gender barriers of the era, these three women work together to help the United States achieve one of the greatest victories of the 20th century. Through their courage and tenacity, they inspire generations of people to reach for the stars.

From Boaz Yakin, starring Denzel Washington, Will Patton, Wood Harris, Ryan Hurst
Rated PG

Remember the Titans is a 2000 American sports drama film directed by Boaz Yakin and starring Denzel Washington. The film is based on the true story of a newly appointed African-American coach who leads a high school football team in their first season as a racially integrated unit. After leading his team to an undefeated season, the coach and players have to battle not only for their football championship, but also to overcome racial tensions and unite a divided community. Through hard work and dedication, the coach is able to bring the team and the community together and teach them the true meaning of teamwork and sportsmanship.

From Jordan Peele, starring Daniel Kaluuya, Allison Williams, Bradley Whitford, Catherine Keener
Rated R

Get Out is a horror/thriller film directed by Jordan Peele in 2017. It follows main character Chris Washington, a young African American man, as he travels with his Caucasian girlfriend to meet her parents for the first time. What starts off as an awkward weekend in the country quickly turns into a chilling discovery as Chris and his girlfriend uncover a dark secret about her family. As mystery and tension builds, Chris soon realizes that he is the target of a sinister plot to control and possess his body. With the help of his best friend, he must escape his captors and find his way out of the woods before it’s too late. Get Out is a mesmerizing and thought-provoking film that explores the themes of race, privilege, and identity in modern America.

From Steven Soderbergh, starring George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Matt Damon
Rated PG-13

Ocean's Eleven is a heist film directed by Steven Soderbergh and starring George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, and Julia Roberts. It is a remake of the 1960 Rat Pack film of the same name. The plot revolves around Danny Ocean (Clooney) and his eleven associates who plan to rob three Las Vegas casinos simultaneously. The team consists of an array of professional criminals, including an acrobat, a pickpocket, and a demolition expert. The plan is complex but ultimately successful. The movie is a humorous and stylish crime caper that follows the team as they attempt to pull off the impressive feat.

From Enrico Casarosa, starring Jacob Tremblay, Jack Dylan Grazer, Emma Berman, Saverio Raimondo
Rated PG

From Julie Taymor, starring Evan Rachel Wood, Jim Sturgess, Joe Anderson, Dana Fuchs
Rated PG-13

From Jon M. Chu, starring Anthony Ramos, Corey Hawkins, Leslie Grace, Melissa Barrera
Rated PG-13

From Baz Luhrmann, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton, Tobey Maguire
Rated PG-13

From Ken Annakin, starring John Mills, Dorothy McGuire, James MacArthur, Janet Munro
Rated G

From Roland Emmerich, starring Will Smith, Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum, Mary McDonnell
Rated PG-13

From Andrea Arnold, starring Sasha Lane, Shia LaBeouf, Riley Keough, McCaul Lombardi
Rated R

From Jon Turteltaub, starring Nicolas Cage, Diane Kruger, Justin Bartha, Sean Bean
Rated PG

From Patricia Cardoso, starring America Ferrera, Lupe Ontiveros, Ingrid Oliu, George Lopez
Rated PG-13

From Jon M. Chu, starring Constance Wu, Henry Golding, Michelle Yeoh, Gemma Chan
Rated PG-13

From Gregory Nava, starring Jennifer Lopez, Edward James Olmos, Jon Seda, Jackie Guerra
Rated PG

From Directors: Mike Gabriel, Eric Goldberg, starring Mel Gibson, Linda Hunt, Christian Bale, Joe Baker
Rated G

From Michael Bay, starring Bruce Willis, Billy Bob Thornton, Ben Affleck, Liv Tyler
Rated PG-13

From Nancy Meyers, starring Lindsay Lohan, Dennis Quaid, Natasha Richardson, Elaine Hendrix
Rated PG

From Jon Turteltaub, starring Nicolas Cage, Diane Kruger, Justin Bartha, Jon Voight
Rated PG

From David Wain, starring Janeane Garofalo, David Hyde Pierce, Michael Showalter, Marguerite Moreau
Rated R

From Richard Tanne, starring Tika Sumpter, Parker Sawyers, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Phillip Edward Van Lear
Rated PG-13