Harbor Theater

185 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor ~ 633-0438 ~ http://boothbaycinema.org

“Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” -  Winner of four Golden Globe Awards in the Drama category for Best Picture, Best Screenplay, Best Actress and Best Supporting Actor, ‘Three Billboards’ is the story of an angry mother’s revenge against the local police for not solving her daughter’s rape/murder. Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson and Sam Rockwell star in this comic drama that is sure to be an Oscar winner. Rated R. Last screening Wednesday, Jan. 17, 7 p.m.

“Only the Brave” - Based on the true story of Arizona’s Granite Mountain Hotshots, one unit of local firefighters that through hope, determination, sacrifice and the drive to protect families and communities, put out one of the worst wildfires in the country’s history in 2013. Starring Josh Brolin, Jeff Bridges and Jennifer Connelly,

All volunteer firemen and their families on the Boothbay peninsula will be admitted free. Regular prices apply to all others. Enjoy free coffee and dessert with local fire chiefs Gerry Gamage, Dick Spofford and Nick Upham on Thursday, Jan. 18 at 6:30 p.m., show at 7 p.m. The film repeats on Friday, Jan. 19, 2 p.m. (all seats $6)

“The Greatest Showman” -  A family-friendly original musical inspired by the ambition and imagination of P.T. Barnum. When a book on Barnum, by Philip B. Kunhardt, Jr. and Sons was published in 1995, the book described Barnum as “ ... an unmatched impresario and entrepreneur, a man of complex motives, a master of merchandise, and an inveterate self-promoter often reviled for his opportunism. We owe America’s irrepressible infatuation with show business largely to him.”

Directed by Michael Gracey, with songs by Academy Award winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul whose “This is Me,” won Best Song in a Musical at the Golden Globes.

The film stars Academy Award nominee Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, Michelle Williams, Rebecca Ferguson and Zendaya.  Rated PG, it plays at 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19, Saturday, Jan. 20, and Wednesday, Jan. 24; and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 21.

 “The Greatest Showman” is a bonanza of musical and emotional moments. Open your heart to it and you will have an exceptional film experience. I give it a 10 out of 10.” -Jackie Cooper, Huffington Post

Lincoln Theater

2 Theater St., Damariscotta ~ 207-563-3424 ~ www.atthelincoln.org

“Wonder” - Based on the New York Times bestseller, Wonder tells the incredibly inspiring and heartwarming story of August Pullman. Born with facial differences that, up until now, have prevented him from going to a mainstream school, Auggie (Jacob Tremblay) becomes the most unlikely of heroes when he enters the local fifth grade. As his family, his new classmates, and the larger community all struggle to discover their compassion and acceptance. Starring Julia Roberts and Owen Wilson. Final screenings Wed Jan 17 at 2 PM (with captions) & 7 PM, Thu Jan 18 at 2 PM & 7 PM. 

 “Novitiate” -  Spanning over a decade from the early 1950s through to the mid-60s, Novitiate explores a young girl's first initiation with love, in this case with God. Raised by a non-religious, single mother in rural Tennessee, a scholarship to Catholic school soon finds Cathleen drawn into the mystery and romanticism of a life devoted to the worship and servitude of God. With the dawn of the Vatican II era, radical changes in the Church are threatening the course of nuns' lives. As she progresses from the postulant to the novitiate stage of training, she finds her faith repeatedly confronted and challenged by the harsh, often inhumane realities of being a servant of God. Cathleen finds herself struggling with issues of faith, sexuality, and recent changes in life of the Church. Rated R. Playing at 2 and 7 p.m. Friday, Jan 19 and Saturday, Jan. 20; at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 21.

Stories to Screen: Talking Animals - “The Tale of Despereaux” -  An unusually brave mouse helps to restore happiness to a forlorn kingdom after making friends with a gentleman rat.  A limited number of free books on which the film is based are also available for pickup. Rated G. Playing at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan 20. Free.

“Romeo and Juliet” - Performed by The Bolshoi Ballet. Alexei Ratmansky, former artistic director of the Bolshoi, stages the company’s premiere of his production with dramatic urgency and a fresh re-telling of Shakespeare’s beloved classic. His brilliant and detailed adaptation set to Prokofiev’s romantic and cinematic score, reignites the story of literature’s most celebrated star-crossed lovers like no other classical ballet choreographer today. 2 hours, 30 minutes. Plays at 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan 21.

“The Square” - A poignant satirical drama reflecting our times - about the sense of community, moral courage and the affluent person's need for egocentricity in an increasingly uncertain world. Christian is the respected curator of a contemporary art museum, a divorced but devoted father of two who drives an electric car and supports good causes. His next show is "The Square", an installation which invites passersby to altruism, reminding them of their role as responsible fellow human beings. But sometimes, it is difficult to live up to your own ideals: Christian's foolish response to the theft of his phone drags him into shameful situations. Meanwhile, the museum's PR agency has created an unexpected campaign for "The Square". The response is overblown and sends Christian, as well as the museum, into an existential crisis. Rated R; 2 hours, 22 minutes, in Swedish and English with subtitles. Playing at 2 and 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24 and Thursday, Jan. 25.