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The Weekender: ‘Lay’ Lady Lay
IN THEATERS: Playing for Keeps (PG-13) Starring Gerard Butler, Jessica Biel, Dennis Quaid Written by Robbie Fox Directed by Gabriele Muccino For some reason, the first weekend of December tends to be when studios clear out their leftovers. This is … Continue reading
Oscar Picks – 1 Dec 2012
As the race heats up, I’m moving to bi-weekly updates in the Oscar race. Several indie-minded groups have already announced their nominations, giving big ups to tiny films like Middle of Nowhere, Keep the Lights On and The Loneliest Planet. … Continue reading
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Review round-up: November 2012
This is everything I’ve seen since Oct. 31 that hasn’t already been covered on this site or College Movie Review. Onward! Flight (A-) – Theater Despite staying true to convention (though never being shackled by it), Flight is a serious … Continue reading
Oscar Picks – 15 Nov 2012
We’re now getting into the thick of awards season, with many of the most anticipated releases finally getting their audience assessments. But there are still miles ahead. Here’s where we are today. BEST PICTURE Argo The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel … Continue reading
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The Weekender: Dream ‘Café’
IN THEATERS: Skyfall* (PG-13) Starring Daniel Craig, Javier Bardem, Judi Dench Screenplay by Neal Purvis & Robert Wade and John Logan Directed by Sam Mendes No hyperbole here. This is simply the best Bond movie ever. It’s thrilling, gorgeous and … Continue reading
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Like a kid in a candy store
One of many dazzling scenes in the world of Sugar Rush. (Disney) Wreck-it Ralph (A) Starring the voices of John C. Reilly, Jack McBrayer, Sarah Silverman Screenplay by Jennifer Lee and Phil Johnston Directed by Rich Moore Every once in … Continue reading
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The Weekender: ‘Sister’ Act
IN THEATERS: Wreck-it Ralph* (PG) Starring the voices of John C. Reilly, Jack McBrayer, Sarah Silverman Written by Jennifer Lee and Phil Johnston Directed by Rich Moore You have to hand it to Disney. Not only do they release a … Continue reading
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Review round-up: October 2012
Movie overload again. Here’s another round of reviews of everything I’ve seen since Sept. 5 that hasn’t already been covered on the site or College Movie Review. Trouble with the Curve (B) – Theater The script is weaker than Josh … Continue reading
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The Weekender: ‘Size’ matters
IN THEATERS: Cloud Atlas (R) Starring Tom Hanks, Halle Berry, Jim Broadbent Written for the screen and directed by Tom Tykwer & The Wachowskis Sure to be one of the most exhilarating and exhausting movie events of the year, the … Continue reading
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The Weekender: Heavy ‘Cross’ to Bear
IN THEATERS: Paranormal Activity 4 (R) Starring Katie Featherston, Kathryn Newton, Matt Shively Screen story by Chad Feehan Screenplay by Christopher Landon Directed by Henry Joost & Ariel Schulman Three years ago, I was ecstatic this movie was No. 1 … Continue reading
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