Movie Weekend: “Action Point,” “Adrift,” “First Removed,” “How To Talk To Girls,” more...

Johnny Knoxville in the film, “Action Point.”
Johnny Knoxville in the film, “Action Point.” Sean Cliver/Paramount Pictures

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A “Jackass” no longer, Johnny Knoxville returns with “Action Point,” starring as the proprietor of an amusement park built for maximum fun with minimal safety. Rated R.

Also Showing:

• “Adrift”: Inspired by a true story, Shailene Woodley and Sam Claflin star as two sailors whose cruise into a catastrophic hurricane — or, er, a perfect storm? — that tests their love and dedication to each other. Rated PG-13.

• “First Reformed”: Ethan Hawke is a loner pastor in upstate New York with a tortured past and a predatory rival church to deal with. Rated R.

• “How To Talk To Girls At Parties”: Punk rock and sci-fi combine in this fantasy, set in late ’70s London, from Neil Gaiman and John Cameron Mitchell. Rated R.

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• “North By Northwest”: The 1969 Albert Hitchcock classic shows Friday and Saturday, June 1-2, at the Redford Theatre, 17360 Lahser Road, Detroit. Tickets are $5. Call 313-537-2560 or visit redfordtheatre.com.

— Gary Graff

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