KDL Recommends

A gang of tough inner-city kids tries to defend their turf against an invasion of savage alien creatures, which turns a South London apartment complex into an extraterrestrial warzone. Bonus features include five featurettes, plus commentaries.

Recommended by Meredith S. at the Byron Township Branch.

Walter, once a successful and happy family man, has hit rock bottom. But, in his darkest hour, he finds a rather unusual savior: a beaver hand-puppet that takes over Walter’s life in an attempt to change things for the better.

Recommended by Andy S at the Service Center.

Raised by her father, an ex-CIA agent, in the wilds of Finland, Hanna’s upbringing and training have been one and the same, all geared to making her the perfect assassin. The turning point in her adolescence is a sharp one. Sent into the world by her father on a mission, Hanna journeys stealthily across Europe, eluding agents dispatched after her by a ruthless intelligence operative with secrets of her own. Hanna faces startling revelations about her existence.

Recommended by Craig B. at the Cascade Branch.

Part 1 begins as Harry, Ron, and Hermione set out on their perilous mission to track down and destroy the secret to Voldemort’s immortality and destruction – the Horcruxes. On their own, without the guidance of their professors or the protection of Professor Dumbledore, the three friends must now rely on one another more than ever. But there are dark forces in their midst that threaten to tear them apart. Harry’s only hope is to find the Horcruxes before Voldemort finds him.

Recommended by Beth at the Gaines Township Branch.

In the epic finale, the battle between the good and evil forces of the wizarding world escalates into an all-out war. The stakes have never been higher and no one is safe. But it is Harry who may be called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice as he draws closer to the climactic showdown with Lord Voldemort. It all ends here. Does not come with bonus features or extras.

Recommended by beth at the Gaines Township Branch.

The story of King George VI of Britain, his impromptu ascension to the throne, and the speech therapist who helped the unsure monarch become worthy of it.

Recommended by Katherine R. at Walker.

A fascinating look at the world of journalism and what it all means in a digital age. How it’s all going to turn out in the end is anyone’s guess.

Recommended by Mark D at the Rockford Branch.

So funny! You’ll find every possible stereotype in this film, including a couple of British SciFi geeks who don’t always understand English slang or innuendos AND a “real” spaceman!

-Laura V at the Plainfield Branch.

also recommended by Katerine R. at the Walker Branch.

Frank is a former black-ops CIA agent living a quiet life alone, until the day a hit squad shows up to kill him. With his identity compromised, Frank reassembles his old team – Joe, Marvin, and Victoria – and sets out to prove that they still have a few tricks up their sleeves. Stand back and watch the bullets fly in this explosive action-comedy.

Recommended by Michelle T. at the Walker Branch.

It was one of those kids movies that not only the kids enjoyed, but I did as well!

-Shannon V. at the Comstock Park Branch.

A runaway train, transporting deadly, toxic chemicals, is barreling down on Scranton, Pennsylvania, and only two men can stop it: a veteran engineer and a young conductor. Thousands of lives hang in the balance as these ordinary heroes attempt to chase down one million tons of hurtling steel and prevent an epic disaster.

Recommended by Michelle T. at the Walker Branch.