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The Weekender: ‘Thanks’ but no thanks

IN THEATERS: Prisoners (R) Starring Hugh Jackman, Terrence Howard, Jake Gyllenhaal Written by Aaron Guzikowski Directed by Denis Villeneuve This is the first movie of the fall that even looks worth a damn. If it’s on the right side of … Continue reading

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The Weekender: Your kiss is on my ‘List’

IN THEATERS: The Wolverine (PG-13) Starring Hugh Jackman, Will Yun Lee, Rila Fukushima Screenplay by Mark Bomback and Scott Frank Directed by James Mangold After the disaster of X-Men Origins, can a standalone Wolverine film save itself from embarrassment? James … Continue reading

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Oscar Picks – 2 Jan 2013

This is the last of my brief overview at the probable Oscar nominees before they’re announced. I’ll take one final, full-length stab at this on Wednesday, Jan. 9. BEST PICTURE Argo Beasts of the Southern Wild The Best Exotic Marigold … Continue reading

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