Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock return, playing witchy sisters living under a centuries-old family spell. Practical Magic 2 is a mildly enjoyable sequel that's bigger on fan service than freshness.

Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock return, playing witchy sisters living under a centuries-old family spell. Practical Magic 2 is a mildly enjoyable sequel that's bigger on fan service than freshness.

Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman starred in the 1998 film "Practical Magic," which has since become an "occult" hit. NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Bullock about the long-delayed "Practical Magic 2."

Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman starred in the 1998 film "Practical Magic," which has since become an "occult" hit. NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Bullock about the long-delayed "Practical Magic 2."

In the new movie It Ends, four twentysomethings find themselves stuck on an endless road — literally. Filmmaker Alex Ullom says his sensibilities were shaped by growing up online.

(Image credit: Chris Violette)

In the new movie It Ends, four twentysomethings find themselves stuck on an endless road — literally. Filmmaker Alex Ullom says his sensibilities were shaped by growing up online.

(Image credit: Chris Violette)

A selective peek at the comedies, adventures, romances and awards contenders opening in cinemas between Labor Day and Thanksgiving.