The Book Thief The power of words helps young Liesel and Max (a young Jewish man hiding in the family’s home in Nazi Germany) to escape the events unfolding around them. Starring Sophie Nélisse and Geoffrey Rush. 2013. Rated PG-13. 2 hours, 11 minutes. Ender’s Game A 12-year-old genius is slated to become commander of a child army to defend the earth against insect-like aliens. Ironically, Ender believes he’s playing an elaborate game. Starring Asa Butterfield and Harrison Ford. 2013. Rated PG-13. 1 hour, 54 minutes. The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug The dwarves, along with hobbit Bilbo Baggins and wizard Gandalf the Grey, continue their quest to reclaim their homeland, Eredor, from the dragon Smaug. Starring Ian McKellen and Martin Freeman. 2013. 2 hours, 41 minutes. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Katniss and Peeta set out on a victory tour; but President Snow launches a Quarter Quell, in which past champions will fight to the death. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, and Liam Hemsworth. 2013. Rated PG-13. 2 hours, 26 minutes. Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters Percy Jackson, son of the Greek god Poseidon, embarks on a journey with his demigod friends to the treacherous Sea of Monsters, in search of the Golden Fleece. Starring Logan Lerman and Douglas Smith. 2013. Rated PG. 1 hour, 47 minutes. Thor: The Dark World Thor is reunited with Jane Foster and embarks on a quest to save both Earth and Asgard from destruction. Starring Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman. 2013. Rated PG-13. 1 hour, 52 minutes. The Wolverine Wolverine is summoned to Japan, where he must face his ultimate nemesis and confront his own demons, emerging more powerful than ever. Starring Hugh Jackman and Will Yum Lee. 2013. Rated PG-13. 2 hours, 6 minutes. SPARK a Reaction - 2014 Contact your local Jersey City Library branch for video show times.