Looking forward to watching a flick at cinemas in Dubai and across the UAE? Here’s what’s showing in December.
1. Battle of the Sexes
Battle of the Sexes recounts the 1973 tennis match between women’s world champion Billie Jean King and ex-men’s-champ and serial hustler Bobby Riggs, which became one of the most watched televised sports events of all time.
Opening date: December 7
2. Jungle
A group of friends join a guide for a trek into the Bolivian jungle, searching for an Indian village. The men soon realise that the jungle is a difficult place to be. The film was based on a true story.
Opening date: December 7
3. Ferdinand
Set in Spain with gorgeous cinematography, Ferdinand tells the story of a giant bull with a big heart. After being mistaken for a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home… determined to return to his family
Opening date: December 13
4. Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Yes, yes, yes! Star Wars: The Last Jedi (aka Star Wars: Episode VIII) is finally here. As the second film in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, the epic journey with Finn, Poe, and Luke Skywalker continue in the next chapter of the saga.
Opening date: December 14
5. Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
While we’re still incredibly sad that Robin Williams couldn’t reprise his role for Jumanji, we’re still excited to experience the reboot starring Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson. In the film, the tables are turned as four teenagers in detention are sucked into the world of Jumanji. We’re buying VIP tickets early for this one!
Opening date: December 21
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(Image credit: Reel Cinemas)