Aug 1, 2008
by Jean Brunet
Photo Credit: Digital Domain Copyright: © 2008 Universal Studios. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Rating: Butter Popcorn
Explorer Rick O'Connell to combat the resurrected Han Emperor in an epic that races from the catacombs of ancient China to the neon-lit streets of post-war Shanghai and high into the spectacular Himalayas. Rick is joined in this all-new adventure by son Alex, wife Evelyn and her brother, Jonathan. And this time, the O'Connells must stop a mummy awoken from a 2,000-year-old curse who threatens to plunge the world ... Read More
Jul 22, 2008
by Jean Brunet
Rating: Butter Popcorn
Set during Brazil's 1970's military regime, 11-year-old Mauro is dropped off at his grandfather's by his parents who are "going on vacation". What Mauro nor his parents know is that his grandfather passed away earlier that morning. Mauro is forced to fend for himself as he awaits his parents arrival.
The Year My Parents Went On Vacation is a Brazilian coming-of-age story, starring Michel Joelsas, Germano Haiut, Daniela Piepszyk, Simone Spoladore, Caio Blat.
Director Cao Hamburger's beautiful and touching story embraces ... Read More
Jul 7, 2008
by Jean Brunet
Rating: Butter Popcorn
Naked and wrapped in a shower curtain at the back of a bus, fifteen-year-old Tracey Berkowitz tells her story of the past couple of days as she looks for her brother Sonny, who thinks he's a dog. Tracey's story takes us into her emotional home, her dark school, her relations with her wacky shrink, and her fantasies of her rock-star-wannabe boyfriend Billy Zero.
The Tracey Fragments stars Academy Award nominee Ellen Page (Juno, Smart People), Zie Souwand, Slim Twig and Maxwell ... Read More
Jun 14, 2008
by Jean Brunet
Photo Credit: Rhythm & Hues Copyright: © 2008 Universal Studios and Marvel Studios. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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Rating: Butter Popcorn
It's been 158 days since Bruce Banner's last incident. He is currently in Brazil, cut off from his normal life and his love interest, Beth Ross. Bruce is trying to track down a cure for the gamma radiation that causes his infected body to become The Hulk when his pulse reaches 200. He must watch his back as General Thunderbolt Ross is hunting him ... Read More
Jun 7, 2008
by Jean Brunet
Rating: Butter Popcorn
When Tai Lung, a snow leopard, threatens the Valley of Peace, Master Oogway must find the next Dragon Warrior who will save the jungle animals. Master Oogway chooses Po to be the next Dragon Warrior and to protect the Valley of Peace, but...how will the clumsy Po fight Tai Lung if he doesn't know kung fu?
Kung Fu Panda features the voices of Jack Black (Be Kind, Rewind), Dustin Hoffman (Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium), Angelina Jolie (Beowulf), Jackie Chan (The Forbidden ... Read More
Jun 6, 2008
by Jean Brunet
Rating: Butter Popcorn
Adapted from the 1967 novel of the same title, The Outsiders is the coming-of-age story of teenagers growing up in Oklahoma in the 1950's. The town is divided by social class: the rich 'socs' live in the south side of town while the poor 'greasers' live in the north end. A turf war between the two gangs erupts when two young 'greasers', Ponyboy and Johnny, are attacked by the 'socs'.
The Outsiders stars many young actors that have become famous over ... Read More
May 11, 2008
by Jean Brunet
Rating: Butter Popcorn
Young@Heart is the musical documentary about the Northampton, Massachusetts' ensemble of twenty-four senior citizens who perform songs ranging from Allen Toussaint's "Yes We Can Can" to Coldplay's emotionally powerful "Fix You". Musical director Bob Cilman prepares the group for their one-night performance in Northampton, which is only two months away. The ensemble is having a hard time with the lyrics to the seven new songs they must learn for their upcoming concert. With rehearsals scheduled three times a week, ... Read More
Apr 19, 2008
by Jean Brunet
"My mom says, when I miss her, I should look at the moon because she is looking at it too."
- Carlitos
Rating: Butter Popcorn
Carlitos is a nine-year-old boy who finds himself in the same situation as thousands of children in Mexico who have been left behind by their parents in order to provide for their families. Rosario, Carlitos' mother, left him four years ago to be an illegal worker in Los Angeles, sending him and her mother $250 every month to help them ... Read More
Apr 4, 2008
by Jean Brunet
Rating: Popcorn
From Lionsgate comes this thrilling movie that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Starring Patrick Wilson and Canadian rising star, Ellen Page, Hard Candy is the story of a smart and gutsy 14-year-old girl, Hayley (Page), who goes to a coffee shop to meet up with Jeff (Wilson), a 34-year-old photographer she met online. Hayley is ready to go over to Jeff's place to have fun and hang out but finds herself stripping for a photo shoot that she's ... Read More
Mar 26, 2008
by Jean Brunet
Rating: Butter Popcorn
Thomas Jane, most known for his role as The Punisher, and Marcia Gay Harden star in this thriller based on Stephen King's novella, The Mist. Following a severe storm, a mist sweeps into a community in Maine. The residents quickly discover within the mist the bloodthirsty critters who are lurking for human blood. Rumors are spreading that "The Arrowhead Project", a research project conducted by a secret military base, is the cause of this horrifying event. As many of ... Read More