At the Liberty: "Heart of the Beast"

DAYTON — After a harrowing plane crash, Special Forces officer James Belmont (Brad Pitt) and his combat dog, Odin, find themselves stranded deep in the Alaskan wilderness. Together, they are forced into a brutal fight for survival against the elements. From acclaimed filmmaker David Ayer, “Heart of the Beast” is an intense adventure thriller that explores the unbreakable bond between a man and his best friend as they face their greatest battle yet. The Cast includes Brad Pitt, J.K. Simmons, and Anna Lambe. Rated: PG-13 for violence, peril, bloody/injury images, and some language. Runtime:101 minutes

Some Rotten Tomatoes critics said this film is “a rigorously entertaining adventure story told through a spartan script and memorable set pieces; ‘Heart of the Beast’ pays rousing tribute to man’s best friend.” While many audience reviews were very positive, one patron captured how this film might resonate with moviegoers: “You would think all dog movies follow the same formula, but this one truly brings it home.”

Trick-or-Treat at The Liberty Theater on Friday, October 30. Stop by the theater during trick-or-treating on Main Street between 3 and 5 p.m. for treats and to show off your creative costumes.

The 2026 Fall Production of “The Wizard of Oz” runs November 13 through December 5. Brenda Henderson and Assistant Director Stephanie Snyder direct this year’s show. Rehearsals are underway, with costumes being designed and fitted. Over 60 local cast and crew are participating in this production. Tickets will go on sale October 19 and will be available at libertytheater.org or at the box office on Tuesday and Friday, 2- 5 p.m.