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Hotel Transylvania 2012 For kids Welcome to Hotel Transylvania, a lavish resort run by Dracula, the infamous vampire himself. In this animated comedy, monsters from all over gather for a relaxing vacation away from human eyes. But everything changes when a human backpacker, Jonathan, stumbles upon the hotel and falls for Dracula's teenage daughter, Mavis. Chaos ensues as Dracula tries to stop the romance and keep Jonathan's presence a secret. Filled with zany personalities, witty humor, and touching moments, Hotel Transylvania is a spooktacular adventure that celebrates the importance of friendship and acceptance. The Cabin in the Woods 2011 For adults The Cabin in the Woods follows five college friends who decide to spend a weekend at a remote cabin in a forest. Completely oblivious that the cabin is part of a secret organization's elaborate underground facility, the group begins tampering with vintage-looking items in the cellar. This awakens terrifying creatures and entities, kickstarting a fight for their lives to uncover the truth behind the cabin's ominous purpose. Merging horror and satire, the film explores the dark conventions of the genre while offering unexpected twists and a thought-provoking commentary on the nature of horror storytelling. Halloweentown 1998 For the whole family After witnessing her grandma turn their leftover dinner into a live chicken, main character Marnie Piper discovers she comes from a long line of witches. Highly intrigued, Marnie and her siblings follow their grandma and sneak onto a flying bus headed to Halloweentown—a place where witches, goblins, monsters, and other creatures co-exist. Soon enough, Marnie must use her newfound magical abilities to save Halloweentown from an evil force. With charming characters, colorful visuals, and a bit of spookiness, Halloweentown is a heartwarming and entertaining Halloween treat (without all the sugar!). Coraline 2009 For young adults Can you imagine entering a door to an eerie parallel world and finding a more sinister version of your family? That's what happens to 11-year-old Coraline. In this stop-motion film, the young girl sees the many wonders the Other World has compared to the real world. Her excitement quickly ends when she learns there's a catch—if she doesn't escape in time, Other Mother and the rest of her family will trap her there forever. With hauntingly beautiful animation, a captivating story, and a perfect blend of darkness and wonder, Coraline delivers a mesmerizing experience that'll keep you on your toes. PASS THE TIME Chills & Thrills FOUR SPOOKY FLICKS.