The Shape of Water

At a top secret research facility in the 1960s, a lonely janitor forms a unique relationship with an amphibious creature that is being held in captivity.

Director: Guillermo del Toro. Cast: Sally Hawkins, Octavia Spencer, Michael Shannon. Rated: R. Time: 2:03.

Wonder Wheel

On Coney Island in the 1950s, a lifeguard tells the story of a middle-aged carousel operator and his beleaguered wife. Director: Woody Allen. Cast: Jim Belushi, Juno Temple, Justin Timberlake. Rated: PG-13. Time: 1:41.

Beatriz at Dinner

A holistic medicine practitioner attends a wealthy client’s dinner party after her car breaks down. Director Miguel Arteta. Cast: Salma Hayek, John Lithgow, Connie Britton. Rated: R. time: 1:22.

A Ghost Story

In this singular exploration of legacy, love, loss, and the enormity of existence, a recently deceased, white-sheeted ghost returns to his suburban home to try to reconnect with his bereft wife. Director: David Lowery. Cast: Casey Affleck, Rooney Mara, McColm Cephas Jr. Rated: R. Time: 1:32.