Jul. 2: Patton (1970)

George C. Scott gives an Oscar-winning performance in this superb film about the WWII experiences of Army General George S. Patton. Winner of seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Director, Script, and Cinematography, the film was directed by Franklin J. Schaffner and costars Karl Malden and Stephen Young. 2 hrs., 52 min. (PG)

Jul. 9: Miracle (2004)

The inspiring story of how hockey coach Herb Brooks (Kurt Russell) and a squad of college kids overcame incredible odds to create one of the great moments in sports history at the 1980 Olympic Games. Patricia Clarkson and Nathan West costar under the direction of Gavin O’Connor. 2 hrs., 15 min. (PG)

Jul. 16: Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942)

The life of legendary Broadway actor, composer, playwright, and dancer George M. Cohan is detailed in this delightfully patriotic musical. James Cagney, Joan Leslie, and Walter Huston star under the skilled direction of Michael Curtiz. 2 hrs., 6 min. (NR)

Jul. 23: The Right Stuff (1983)

The early days of the U.S. space program are recounted in this splendid film based on Tom Wolfe’s award-winning book. Philip Kaufman directed Sam Shepard, Scott Glenn, and Ed Harris, who all give great performances. 3 hrs., 13 min. (PG)

Jul. 30: Red Dawn (1984)

When the Soviet Union invades a small town in Colorado, a group of high school kids decide to fight back by engaging in guerilla warfare. This popular action picture was directed by John Milius, with Patrick Swayze, C. Thomas Howell, and Lea Thompson as the feisty avengers. 1 hr., 54 min. (PG-13)