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Published:Wednesday | October 27, 2021 | 1:53 AM
Oscar winner Matt Damon (right) and two-time Academy Award nominee Adam Driver star in ‘The Last Duel’.
Oscar winner Matt Damon (right) and two-time Academy Award nominee Adam Driver star in ‘The Last Duel’.
Barney, a socially awkward middle-schooler, and Ron, his new walking, talking, digitally connected device find the true meaning of friendship.
Barney, a socially awkward middle-schooler, and Ron, his new walking, talking, digitally connected device find the true meaning of friendship.
Daniel Craig as James Bond is flanked by British-Jamaican actresses Lashana Lynch (left) as Nomi, the feisty 007 agent, and Academy Award nominee, Naomie Harris, in her third role as Moneypenny in ‘No Time to Die’.
Daniel Craig as James Bond is flanked by British-Jamaican actresses Lashana Lynch (left) as Nomi, the feisty 007 agent, and Academy Award nominee, Naomie Harris, in her third role as Moneypenny in ‘No Time to Die’.
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The Last Duel

Death before dishonour

From 20th Century Studios and visionary film-maker Ridley Scott comes The Last Duel, a gripping tale of betrayal and vengeance set against the brutality of 14th century France.

The historical epic is a cinematic and thought-provoking drama that explores the ubiquitous power of men, the frailty of justice and the strength and courage of one woman willing to stand alone in the service of truth.

Based on actual events, the film unravels long-held assumptions about France’s last sanctioned duel between Jean de Carrouges and Jacques Le Gris, two friends turned bitter rivals. When Carrouges’ wife, Marguerite, is viciously assaulted by Le Gris, a charge he denies. She refuses to stay silent, stepping forward to accuse her attacker, an act of bravery and defiance that puts her life in jeopardy. The ensuing trial by combat, a gruelling duel to the death, places the fate of all three in God’s hands.

The Last Duel stars Oscar winner Matt Damon; two-time Academy Award nominee Adam Driver; Emmy winner Jodie Comer and two-time Oscar winner Ben Affleck, and is directed by four-time Academy Award nominee Ridley Scott from a screenplay by Oscar nominee, Nicole Holofcener and Ben Affleck and Matt Damon based on the book by Eric Jager. The film is produced by Ridley Scott, Kevin J. Walsh, Jennifer Fox, Nicole Holofcener, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, with Kevin Halloran, Drew Vinton and Madison Ainley serving as executive producers.

Ron’s Gone Wrong

A new error in friendship

20th Century Studios and Locksmith Animation’s Ron’s Gone Wrong is the story of Barney, a socially awkward middle schooler, and Ron, his new walking, talking, digitally connected device, which is supposed to be his ‘Best Friend out of the Box’.

Ron’s hilarious malfunctions, set against the backdrop of the social media age, launch them into an action-packed journey in which boy and robot come to terms with the wonderful messiness of true friendship.

Ron’s Gone Wrong features the voices of Zach Galifianakis ( A Wrinkle in Time), Jack Dylan Grazer ( Shazam!), Olivia Colman ( The Crown), Ed Helms ( The Office), Justice Smith ( Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom), Rob Delaney ( Deadpool 2), Kylie Cantrall ( Gabby Duran and the Unsittables), Ricardo Hurtado ( The Goldbergs), Marcus Scribner ( Black-ish) and Thomas Barbusca ( Chad).

The movie is directed by Sarah Smith and Jean-Philippe Vine. It is written by Peter Baynham and Sarah Smith, and produced by Julie Lockhart and Lara Breay.

The cast includes Zach Galifianakis, Jack Dylan Grazer, Olivia Colman, Ed Helms, Justice Smith, Rob Delaney, Kylie Cantrall, Ricardo Hurtado, Marcus Scribner and Thomas Barbusca.

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4th WEEK AND STILL IN DEMAND

No Time to Die

Everything has led to this

No Time to Die continues its amazing run at Palace Amusement cinemas, capturing the imagination of local moviegoers who’ve seen it, some more than once and others who are making it the movies this week – not be left out of the historic occasion of Bond 25, back on Jamaican home soil, with fantastic scenes showcasing the island, two awesome British-Jamaican actress, Lashana Lynch as Nomi, the first double-07 agent and Academy Award nominee, Naomie Harris, in her third role as Moneypenny and a great soundtrack featuring Jamaican music.

The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack and theme song No Time to Die is performed by multiple Grammy winner, Billie Eilish, and was written by Eilish and her brother Finneas O’Connell. The song won the Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards.

In No Time To Die, Bond (Daniel Craig) has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica. His peace is short-lived when his old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out to be far more treacherous than expected, leading Bond on to the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology.

The film is directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga, and it stars Daniel Craig, Rami Malek, Léa Seydoux, Lashana Lynch, Ben Whishaw, Academy Award nominee, Naomie Harris, Jeffrey Wright, Christoph Waltz, Academy Award winner Ralph Fiennes, Ana de Armas, Billy Magnussen, Rory Kinnear, David Dencik and Dali Benssalah.

No Time to Die is based on James Bond by Ian Fleming and is partially filmed in Jamaica. It is produced by Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli. Music is by Hans Zimmer.

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Our cinemas are open – see you at the movies!

We are open for your entertainment in a safe and controlled environment. As the restrictions change, we adjust our showtimes so as to be able to remain open while adhering to the different curfews.

Indoor cinemas

Carib 5 in Cross Roads, Sunshine Palace, Portmore and Palace Multiplex in Montego Bay are open.

Showtimes

Please note that weekday matinees start from as early as 3:50 p.m. and midday shows on Saturdays at indoor cinemas.

New Kingston Drive-In

The drive-in is open for your enjoyment, thanks to the E-commerce National Delivery Programme Solution (ENDS). Your movie ticket is your pass. Show it to the police when travelling to and from the cinema as a valid reason to be on the road after the curfew.

Purchase your tickets in advance at www.palaceamusement.com, or at the box office which opens at noon, Monday to Saturday.

Showtime at the drive in is 6:30 p.m.

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Half-off at all cinemas

Enjoy our half-off special on Mondays and Tuesdays at all indoor cinemas and the drive-in.

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Thank you

Team Palace would like to thank you, sincerely, for your support and understanding while we navigate these difficult times.

As schedules are subject to change, for further details on box office hours, half off and held-over films, check us out in this space, on social media or at www.palaceamusement.com

Please note: The box office at all cinemas are open Monday to Saturday at noon. All cinemas are closed on no-movement days.

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Safety is a responsibility we all share

Our staff is trained to do temperature checks and assist patrons with sanitising as they enter the cinemas.

Patrons are required to wear masks properly fitted over the nose and mouth and observe social distancing in queues at the box office and concession.

Sanitisation stations are available at convenient points throughout.

All cinemas have regulated one-way entrances and exits and specified cross-aisle traffic.

Our air-conditioning systems, installed with the specified MERV-13 air filters, have been regulated to bring in maximum fresh air.

Thorough cleaning and sanitisation is done to ensure a safe and relaxed atmosphere for all.

Thanks again, and remember to observe all government protocols so that we all can survive this devastating period.