24 new movies worth checking out this fall
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Key Points:
- "The Uprising" (Sept. 10) stars Andrew Garfield in Paul Greengrass' drama about England's 1381 Peasants' Revolt, drawing parallels to contemporary political unrest.
- "The Weight" (Sept. 18) features Ethan Hawke as a Depression-era father who must smuggle gold to gain early prison release, exploring moral dilemmas in desperate times.
- "Primetime" (Sept. 25) stars Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen, revisiting the legacy of "To Catch a Predator" amid evolving public perceptions and renewed scrutiny.
- "Once Upon a Time in Harlem" (Oct. 16) showcases restored 1972 footage of Harlem Renaissance dignitaries, offering a rare and historic glimpse into a pivotal cultural moment.
- "I Play Rocky" (Nov. 6/20) tells the true story of Sylvester Stallone's rise as he wrote and starred in "Rocky," directed by Peter Farrelly, highlighting the underdog's journey behind the iconic film.
