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Friday, December 28, 2007
Quick Flicks for the week of 12/23/07
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Wednesday, December 19, 2007
New Quick Flicks for the week of 12/16/07
Balls of Fury
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Former pingpong pro Randy Daytona is down on his luck and down on his game when FBI agent Ernie Rodriguez recruits him for a mission he can't refuse -- to smoke out his father's killer, the evil Feng. With the help of a blind pingpong sage and an expert trainer, Daytona travels to Feng's jungle compound, where he'll face a raft of formidable players en route to the prize.
For the Love of a Dog
A true story of a family and town's effort to save a beloved and heroic dog named Semper Fi. Their lives tumble along, as most families do, until they must face the grave diagnosis of their faithfully and very loved Golden Retriever, Semper Fi. The family cannot afford the expensive surgery the dog needs. The children jump into action with a plan, spear headed by the fifteen year old daughter. They plan a community yard sale, donating all of their most prized possessions. Before Semper goes in for his surgery, he displays a heroic act that almost ends his life.
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In the wake of Rome's fall, 12-year-old Emperor Romulus Augustus is imprisoned on the island of Capri with only his clever teacher Ambrosinus for company. But with the help of a heroic legionnaire, Aurelius, Romulus and his small party journey all the way to Britannia, where their search for the fabled Last Legion -- the Dragon Legion -- will launch the Arthurian legend.
A Guy lives in Dublin. He is a guitarist/singer-songwriter who makes a living by fixing vacuum cleaners in his Dad's Hoover repair shop by day. By night, he sings and plays for money on the Dublin streets. A Girl from Czechoslovakia loves to play the piano when she gets a chance. During the day she does odd jobs. At night she takes care of her mom and her daughter. Guy meets Girl, and they get to know each other. Girl helps Guy put together a demo disc so he can take it to London in hope of landing a music contract. At the same time, the Guy and the Girl work through their past loves, and reveal their budding love for one another, through their songs.
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewHomer Simpson is used to alienating people, but nothing compares to the level of animosity he's inspired with his most recent foul-up: polluting the river with toxic waste from the nuclear power plant. Now, Homer's been fired and the citizens of Springfield forced to evacuate in this first-ever big-screen outing for Matt Groening's animated clan.
Stardust
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A young man journeys to a magical world to win the heart of his true love in this charming fantasy based on Neil Gaiman's novel.
Vitus
At six, Vitus is both incredibly talented and wonderfully precocious. When it becomes evident that he has an exceptionally high IQ and can play piano like a young Mozart, expectations run high. His parents love him, his grandfather understands him, but no one knows the truth - that his real genius is in his heart.
Thursday, December 13, 2007
New Quick Flicks for the week of 12/9/07
The Bourne Ultimatum
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Matt Damon returns as the amnesia-stricken trained assassin Jason Bourne in this third film based on Robert Ludlum's best-selling novels.
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
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Returning for his fifth year of study at the venerable Hogwarts, youthful wizard Harry Potter is stunned to find that that his warnings about the return of the evil Lord Voldemort have been ignored. Left with no choice, Harry takes matters into his own hands, training a small group of students -- dubbed "Dumbledore's Army" -- to defend themselves against the dark arts.
Interview
Pierre Peders is no stranger to violence and inhumanity, he made his name as a war reporter. He is sent on a clearly beneath-him assignment to meet a soap star. After making a mess of the interview he later winds up at her Manhattan loft apartment.
Laaga chunari mein daa
Badki moves to Mumbai to find work to support her family, but in the process creates a life she must keep a secret. When her sister, Chutki, also moves to Mumbai, Badki's secrets are revealed. In Hindi.
No Smoking
K is so addicted to smoking that he can't live without it. But when his wife walks out on him because of it, he goes to a centre for rehabilitation to quit. In Hindi with English subtitles.
Thursday, December 6, 2007
New Quick Flicks for the week of 12/2/07
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
New Quick Flicks for the week of 11/25/07
Friday, November 23, 2007
New quick Flicks for the week of 11/18/07
Live Free Die Hard
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewJohn McClane is back and badder than ever, and this time he's up against a ring of Internet terrorists. Now working for Homeland Security, the decidedly low-tech McClane calls on the services of a young hacker in his bid to stop a shadowy group intent on taking control of America's computer infrastructure. Fear not, the information age plot still boasts plenty of good old-fashioned gunfights, smashups and explosions.
Hairspray
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewIn 1962 a girl dances her way to a local show's top spot, but the jealous reigning princess has her put in jail.
Rescue Dawn
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewRenowned director Werner Herzog's inspiring film recounts the heroic saga of Dieter Dengler, a German-American fighter pilot and highly decorated Vietnam veteran whose reconnaissance plane was shot down in 1966. Captured by enemy forces and held in a Laotian torture camp near the Ho Chi Minh Trail, Dengler defied death by organizing one of the most daring escapes in the Vietnam conflict.
La Vie en Rose
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Marion Cotillard stars as beloved Parisian singer Edith Piaf, whose passion for her music saw her through a life filled with tragedy. From her forlorn childhood in a brothel to her big break at Louis Leplée's nightclub and her premature death at the age of 47, director Olivier Dahan creates a loving portrait of the legendary chanteuse.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
New Quick Flicks for the week of 11/11/07
Amazing Grace
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Based on the life of William Wilberforce, his passion, and perseverance to pass a law ending the slave trade in the late 18th and the people, including his minister, who pushed him to pursue it to the end.
Lady in the Water
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Apartment building superintendent Cleveland Heep rescues what he thinks is a young woman from the complex swimming pool he maintains. When he discovers that she is actually a character from a bedtime story who is trying to make the journey back to her home, he works with his tenants to protect he new friend from the creatures that are determined to keep her in our world.
Madea Goes to Jail
Madea's about to be sent to the only place she won't be able to talk her way out of ... jail! This tale of everybody's favorite Southern matriarch overflows with all the heartwarming laughter and down-home wisdom synonymous with the name Madea.
Ocean's 13
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When one of their own, Reuben Tishkoff, partners and builds a casino and hotel with known casino owner Willy Banks in Las Vegas, the last thing he ever wanted was to get cut out of the deal by the loathsome Banks. Banks' even goes so far as to finding amusement in Tishkoff's misfortune when the double crossing lands Reuben in the hospital because of a heart attack. However, Danny and his crew won't stand for Banks and what he's done to a friend. Uniting with their old enemy Benedict, who himself has a vendetta against Banks, the crew is out to pull off a major plan. One that will unfold on the night Banks' newest hot spot opens up, when the crew is out to bankrupt one of the city's most despised businessmen. But this is not about the money, this time it is for revenge.
Saturday, November 10, 2007
New Quick Flicks for the week of 11-4-07
Chak de India
Kabir Khan knows what it's like to come back from the dead. The ex-Indian captain has now come back in the avatar of the coach of the Indian Women's National Hockey team. A team that exists more on paper and less in reality. The girls have never known the thrilling energy of being Team India. But Kabir, once a captain, now forgotten, does. Despite his past, he believes that if only the girls played as one, anything would be possible. In Hindi with subtitles.
Deck the Halls
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Two neighbors in a small New England town go to war when one of them decides to decorate his house with so many Christmas lights that they are visible from space. The neighborhood is turned upside down as the families try to discover the true meaning of Christmas.
Dhol
Dhol is a hilarious movie about four boys who want to make it big in life with the least possible effort. They decide the easiest way to get rich is to marry a rich girl. The four cannot believe their luck when the girl of their dreams moves into their neighborhood. In the process of getting close to the girl as well as impressing her grandparents they stumble upon a mystery the key to which lies in a Dhol. In Hindi with optional subtitles.
The Hoax
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Pathological liar Clifford Irving stages a complex hoax. In the 1970's Irving managed to fool a major publisher and LIFE magazine into thinking he was writing an authorized biography of Howard Hughes. Irving and his best friend and partner, Dick Susskind, go to extreme lengths to pull off the hair-brained scheme. The more outrageous the lies they concoct, the more believable they become and the more money gets thrown at them. Inspired by the unbelievable true story of the man who faked the authorized autobiography of Howard Hughes and nearly pulled off the media scam of the 20th century.
Home of the Brave
Shortly after receiving the news that they will soon be reunited with their families back in the United States, a unit serving in Iraq is deployed on one last humanitarian mission. Their objective is to deliver medical supplies to a remote Iraqi village. Upon arriving in the village, the unit is viciously ambushed and many lives are lost. Now, as the four surviving members of the battalion return home and attempt to readjust to civilian life, the physical injuries and psychological scars sustained during that tragic event continue to take a heavy emotional toll on the war-torn soldiers.
I Now Pronouce You Chuck and Larry
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Chuck and Larry are the pride of their fire station. Two guy's guys always side-by-side and willing to do anything for each other. Widower Larry wants just one thing, to protect his kids. His buddy Chuck also wants on thing, to enjoy the single life. Grateful Chuck owes Larry for saving his life in a fire, and Larry calls in his marker when civic red tape prevents him from naming his own two kids as his life insurance beneficiaries. All that Chuck has to do is claim to be Larry's domestic partner on some city forms. But when an overzealous bureaucrat becomes suspicious, the new couple's arrangement becomes a citywide issue and goes from confidential to front-page news. Chuck and Larry must now fumble through a charade of domestic bliss. After surviving their mandatory honeymoon and dodging the threat of exposure the well-intentioned con men discover that sticking together in your time of need is what truly makes a family.
Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon
Transports you to the lunar surface, where you can walk alongside the 12 extraordinary astronauts who have been there, experiencing what they saw, heard, and felt. Features rarely seen NASA footage, newly released photographs, CGI and actual live-action renditions of the lunar landscape.
Nanhe Jaisalmer
Ten-year-old Nanhe lives in Jaisalmer with his mother, sister and his camel. His claim to fame is having appeared briefly in a shot with actor Bobby Deol as a baby. When Bobby Deol returns to Jaisalmer for a film shoot, Nanhe's life changes.
Sicko
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Michael Moore interviews Americans who have been denied treatment by the United States health care insurance companies -- companies who sacrifice essential health services in order to maximize profits. Sheds light on the how complicated it can become for communities and individuals, and the sacrifices they have made when they are denied health care coverage.
Thr3e
Upon completing his graduate thesis, Kevin Parson is forced to face his own dark past when he is targeted by the psychopathic Riddle Killer. Following a terrifying encounter, in which he is given seconds to confess before his car is blown to bits, Kevin meets up with a criminal psychologist whose brother was killed in a similarly explosive confrontation. Together they must solve Kevin's mystifying riddle and uncover his connection to the murderer before he strikes again.
Thursday, November 1, 2007
Quick Flicks for the Week of 10/28/07
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Quick Flicks for the week of 10/21/07
Aditya has a wife at home and a girlfriend at work. Things are going well until his girlfriend becomes pregnant and he must confess that he cannot leave his wife for her. Aditya accidentally kills his girlfriend and thinks his troubles are over, that is until she returns as a ghost hell bent on revenge.
Fun filled caper about four friends -- Roy, who believes that he is the best detective in the world; Manav, who actually happens to be the biggest idiot in the world, but is blissfully unaware about it and his elder brother, Aditya, aka Adi, whose encyclopaediac half knowledge about everything only adds to the great expertise of his group. These four loveable idiots live and work together. Their idea of work? Doing small time con jobs! The thought of earning an honest living has never even crossed their minds. Special features include making of the film, interviews of cast and crew, interactive menus of songs and scenes for easy access. In Hindi with optional English, Arabic, French, Dutch & German subtitles.
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Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Quick Flicks for the Week of 10/14/07
Aggar
Janvi starts an adulterous relationship with a man who works at her company, but when she tries to break off the affair he becomes obsessed with her and threatens to harm her husband. In Hindi and English with optional English subtitles.
Dhoka
A young Muslim police officer working in Mumbai helps at the scene of a deadly bombing. Things take a personal turn when his wife's body is found among the dead. Even worse, her injuries were typical of those found on fundamentalist suicide bombers. In Hindi with Arabic or English subtitles.
Diggers
Four Long Island friends follow in their respective families' footsteps and become clam diggers in this touching comedy.
The Hoax
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After billing his "authorized autobiography" of eccentric millionaire Howard Hughes as the 20th century's most important book, writer Clifford Irving begins to believe his own hype. But his shameless scam soon catches up with him.
The Invisible
Nick Powell is a handsome young writer with a bright future. Then one tragic night he is brutally attacked and left for dead. But Nick is really not dead, yet. He is trapped in a ghostly limbo where no one can see or hear him except Annie and she might be the one person who is able to save him. They must work quickly together to solve the mystery of his murder before it is too late, and Nick's chance to live again is lost forever.
A Mighty Heart
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While in Pakistan researching a story on shoe bomber Richard Reid in 2002, Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl is suddenly kidnapped. His pregnant wife, Mariane, displays great courage as she desperately tries to find her husband and rise above the bitterness and hatred that surrounds her.
Planet Terror
A small town sheriffs' department has to deal with an outbreak of murderous, infected people called "sickos." Cherry Darling meets up again with her old lover, El Wray, just as their Texas town is being overrun by "sickos" with festering sores turning them into zombies. Cherry has El Wray's jacket, which she took with her when she left and he keeps trying to explain how he looked for it for two weeks and she keeps interrupting his story. Gun-legged Cherry and one-man wrecking crew El Wray try to save the world from a horde of flesh-eating zombies.
Ram Gopal Varma Ki Aag
In the dark underbelly of Mumbai City, a nihilistic new leader has risen to rule the fetid underworld. His name is Babban. Cruel beyond imagination, psychotically violent and far more devious than any gangster the city has ever known. Nobody has ever seen him and if they did, they didn't survive to tell the tale. But one man believe in his existence. And that is Inspector Narsimha, an encounter specialist, who has a single-minded determination to finish Babban.
The Reaping
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In the wake of a devastating tragedy that killed every member of her family, Christian missionary Katherine Morrissey loses her faith in God, devoting the rest of her life to debunking religious phenomena with the principles of science. But when she's called to a small Southern town to investigate a series of strange occurrences that appear to be biblical plagues, she runs out of logical explanations.
Transformers
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Based on the popular toys that transform from machines into giant robots, this live-action movie finds the planet Cybertron inhabitants engaging in a secret war for control of Earth's natural resources, which they desperately need for fuel. Able to disguise themselves as cars, airplanes, boats and more, the transformers prove a tough enemy.
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Quick Flicks for the week of 10/07/07
Black Book by Paul Verhoeven.
Rachel, a young Jewish girl hiding from the Nazi's during World War II in The Netherlands, sees her hiding place blown up. She escapes with her rescuer, a young sailor, but the boat sails into a trap set by the Germans. She escapes and joins the resistance, and under the false name Ellis de Vries she meets SS-hauptsturmführer Ludwig Muntze on a train smuggling weapons. She goes to his headquarters to meet him again and gain his trust, and soon they fall in love.She joins his office as a spy, but when someone within the resistance betrays her, she is now seen as an enemy betraying both sides. All that's left to do is run with the man she learned to love and find a way to prove her innocence by finding the real betrayer.
Evan Almighty by Tom Shadyac.
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Newly elected to Congress, Evan Baxter has left Buffalo, New York in pursuit of a greater calling. But that calling isn't serving in the illustrious ranks of America's politics, but being summoned by the Almighty himself, who has handed Evan the task of building a new ark. With time passing by and his family belittled by Evan's newfound realization, Evan will have to do the work that God has given him in what promises to be an unusual adventure for a man who just wanted to serve his country. But, Evan might actually be serving all of humanity instead.
Hades Factor by Mick Jackson.
Colonel Jonathan Smith is a disease specialist and former secret agent for Covert One, an elite intelligence agency made up of political and technical experts that report directly to the president. When an unknown deadly virus begins to surface, Smith is called into action to find and isolate the source before the outbreak endangers millions of lives.
Reign Over Me by Mick Jackson
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Consumed with grief after losing his family in the World Trade Center attacks, a widower seeks help from his former college roommate, who's now a psychiatrist. Mike Binder directs this thought-provoking look at friendship and post-Sept. 11 society in New York City.
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
Quick Flicks for the week of 9/30/07
Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer By Story, Tom
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewThis sequel to the 2005 blockbuster follows Fantastic Four superheroes Reed, Sue, Johnny and Ben as they battle the enigmatic Silver Surfer, who travels the earth preparing it for total destruction.
1408 By Hafstrom, Mikael
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewNo one can explain the strange goings-on in room 1408 of the Dolphin Hotel. In this thriller based on a Stephen King story, writer and paranormal debunker Mike Enslin is determined to demystify the ghostly events, even though a hotel clerk begs him to rethink his plans. Mike needs to write another book soon, and room 1408 may be his ticket to the top of the best-seller list. But will he survive even one night?
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Quick Flicks for the Week of 9/23/07
Rosalind is the daughter of banished Duke Senior and is being raised at the court of Duke Frederick, with her cousin Celia. She falls in love with a young man named Orlando, but she is banished by Duke Frederick, who threatens death if she comes near the court again. Celia goes with Rosalind. Disguised as the boy Ganymede, Rosalind enters the forest of Arden. Upon their arrival in the forest, they happen upon Orlando and his manservant, who are fleeing the wrath of Orlando's eldest brother. What follows is an elaborate scheme devised by the cross-dressing Rosalind to find out the verity of Orlando's supposed passion for her, and to further capture his heart, through the witty and mischievous façade of Ganymede.
The Crown Witness by Jaroslaw Sypniewski, et al.
A gangster testifies in trial as a state witness against his former mafia contacts. He does this as a display of love for a certain woman. In addition, the gangster and an investigative journalist cross paths. The journalist maintains an eerie secret and seeking justice meets the gangster for an interview In Polish with optional English subtitles.
Evening by Lajos Koltai
Overcome by the power of memory, Ann Lord reveals a long-held secret to her concerned daughters. Constance is a content wife and mother. Nina is a restless single woman. Both are bedside when Ann calls out for the man she loved more than any other. But her daughters wonder who is Harris and what is his relation to their mother? Constance and Nina try to take stock of Ann's life as their mother is tended to by a night nurse as she journeys into her mind back to a summer weekend some fifty years before, before she was married, going from New York City to be maid of honor at the high-society Newport wedding of her dearest friend from college, Lila Wittenborn. The bride-to-be is jittery, and turns to her maid of honor rather than her own mother for support. Ann stays close to her friend, yet is even closer to Lila's irrepressible brother Buddy. Unexpected feelings surge forth once Ann meets wedding guest Harris Arden, a lifelong friend and intimate of the Wittenborn family. Ann's love for Harris will change her life, and those of her daughters, forever.
Hurricane on the Bayou by Greg MacGillivray.
Shows Louisiana before, during, and after Hurricane Katrina. Follows four musicians as they explore the culture of New Orleans. Focuses on the rapidly disappearing wetlands that are New Orleans' first line of defense against deadly storms.
Strike by Judd Apatow
A simple worker causes a strike on the Gdansk shipyard which leads to the creation of the first free unions and ultimately the downfall of the Soviet system. English, German or Polish dialogue with English subtitles.
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Quick Flicks for the week of 9/16/07
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Quick Flicks for the week of 9/9/2007
Away From Her By Polley, Sarah
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewFiona and Grant are an Ontario couple who have been married for over 40 years. During the twilight of their years, Grant is forced to face the fact that Fiona's 'forgetfulness' actually is Alzheimer's. After Fiona wanders away and is found, the decision is made for her to go into a nursing home. For the first time in their relationship, they are forced to undergo a separation since this is the nursing home 'no-vistors,' first 30 days policy of a patient's stay. When Grant visits Fiona after the orientation period, he is devastated to find out that not only has she seemingly forgotten him, but she has transferred her affections to another man. As the distance between husband and wife grows, Grant must draw upon his love for Fiona to perform an act of self-sacrifice in order to ensure her happiness.
Jam by Serling, Jan. On a rural mountain highway, a group of strangers have an accident that will change each of their lives. Each group of travelers confront their fears while exploring family, friends, and their futures. Love, death, sex, and other truths are revealed when lives collide.
Saturday, September 8, 2007
Quick Flicks for the week of 9/2/07
Karan brings together a group of criminals to carryout the robbery of a priceless diamond in South Africa. His girlfriend, Shania, however is a government security officer entrusted with guarding the diamond. In Hindi with subtitles.
The Wind That Shakes the Barley by Ken Loach.
Driven by a deep sense of duty and a love for his country, Damien abandons his burgeoning career as a doctor and joins his brother, Teddy in a dangerous and violent fight for freedom. As the Irish freedom fighters bold tactics bring the British to a breaking point, both sides finally agree to a treaty to end the bloodshed. But, despite the apparent victory, civil war erupts and families who fought side by side, find themselves pitted against one another, putting their loyalties to the ultimate test.
Awards : Cannes Film Festival, 2006: Golden Palm - Best Film
Yatra by by Goutam Ghose
In this art film, a writer draws inspiration for an award winning novel from a courtesan. In Hindi with optional English subtitles.
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Quick Flicks for the week of 8/26/07
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewWhen a scandal strips them of their gold medals, two world-class skaters skirt their way back onto the ice via a loophole that allows them to compete together as a pairs team.
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewWitness the birth of Tenacious D, the self-proclaimed greatest rock band of all time. On a fateful day on Venice beach, JB and KG meet and realize that they were destined to make history by combining their musical genius. But when overnight success eludes them, they set out to find the legendary "Pick of Destiny" - a special guitar pick believed to possess magical powers that can turn any open-mike wannabe into a rock legend.
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
New Quick Flicks for the week of 08/19/07
The Ex By Peretz, Jesse.
Tom and Sofia have just had their first baby and that means it is time for Tom to grow up. When Tom goes to work for his father-in-law, his new boss Chip seems to have it out for him. Tom soon discovers that Chip is still carrying a flame for Sophia from their high school days. Now, Chip will stop at nothing to see Tom out of the company and out of Sophia's life. As the two go head to head, Tom must expose Chip's dirty tricks and push him out of the picture forever.
Lives of Others By By Henckel von Donnersmarck, Florain.
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewThe East German government ensures its claim to power with a system of control and surveillance. An agent investigating an artistic couple gets immersed into their lives.
Perfect Stranger By Foley, James
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewThis thriller directed by James Foley stars Halle Berry as Ro, a woman who risks her life to discover the identity of a stranger lurking on the Internet who may hold the answers to her friend's murder. What Ro discovers is a murky world of online deception peopled by the likes of Harrison Hill, a mystery figure who may be a friend or a foe.
Ultimate Gift By Sajbel, Michael.
Jason thought his inheritance was going to be the gift of money and lots of it. Was he ever in for a big surprise. Based on the best-selling book "The Ultimate Gift" by Jim Stovall, the story sends trust fund baby Jason Stevens on an improbable journey of discovery, having to answer the ultimate question: "What is the relationship between wealth and happiness?" Jason had a very simple relationship with his impossibly wealthy Grandfather, Howard "Red" Stevens. He hated him. No heart-to-heart talks, no warm fuzzies, just cold hard cash. So of course he figured that when Red died, the whole "reading of the will" thing would be another simple cash transaction, that his Grandfather's money would allow him to continue living in the lifestyle to which he had become accustomed. But what Red left him was anything but simple. Red instead devised a plan for Jason to experience a crash course on life. Twelve tasks, which Red calls "gifts," each challenging Jason in an improbable way, the accumulation of which would change him forever.
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
New Quick Flick Releases for the week of 8/12/07
Aapne By Anil Sharma
Baldev Singh Chaoudhary was not able to make history by becoming the World heavy-weight champion because the betting mafia conspired against him and got him banned from boxing. Now his hopes rest with his sons.
Awarapan By Mohit Suri
Shivam is directed to keep his eye on his gangster boss's girlfriend, Reema. He falls for Reema, and Reema indicates that she has feelings for him. However, in reality she is using him in order to gain her freedom and elope with her secret lover. In Hindi with optional English subtitles.
The Contractor By Josef Rusnak.
Retired marksman James Dial is haunted by his failure to assassinate one of the world's most notorious terrorists. He is approached by his old employers to finish the job in London, where the terrorist leader has been captured and is under heavy protection. The routine mission for the sniper turns into a nightmare as Dial is forced into hiding and relentlessly pursued by the British police and their lead investigator, Windsor. But when Dial is framed for Windsor's murder, he begins to realize that he has been seriously double-crossed. His only hope is a 12-year-old girl, whom Dial reluctantly befriends, as he desperately searches to find the killer and the truth behind his betrayal.
Fool n Final by Ahmed Kahn
Diamonds are smuggled abroad to Dubai. The local crime syndicate wants the loot for themselves, but so do some criminal masterminds. In Hindi with optional subtitles.
Fracture By Hoblit, Gregory
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Anthony Hopkins stars in this legal thriller as Ted Crawford, a man who allegedly attempted to murder his wife and is now locked in a battle of wits with an assistant district attorney, Willy Beachum (Ryan Gosling).
God Grew Tired of Us By Christopher Quinn.
Explores the indomitable spirit of three "Lost Boys" from the Sudan who are forced to leave their homeland due to a tumultuous civil war. Chronicles their triumph over seemingly insurmountable adversities and a relocation to the United States, where the Lost Boys build active and fulfilling new lives but remain deeply committee to helping friends and family they have left behind.
The Lookout By Frank, Scott
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An admired high school hockey player with a bright future, drives in the night with his girl friend and two other friends with his headlights off with devastating results.
Puccini For Beginners by Maria Maggenti
New York writer and opera addict Allegra loves her girlfriend Samantha, but can't commit. When Samantha leaves her, Allegra rebounds with handsome philosophy professor Phillip as well as the irresistibly beautiful, recently single Grace...never suspecting that Philip and Grace have a connection of their own.
Vacancy By Antal, Nimrod
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A young couple stranded at an isolated hotel are shocked to find that their room is wired with video equipment -- but their anger turns to terror when they realize that they may become the star attractions in a snuff film. As the two struggle to escape, they find evidence that the murderous filmmakers have been producing these twisted movies for quite some time.
Wild Hogs By Becker, Walter
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Restless and ready for adventure, four suburban bikers leave the safety of their subdivision and embark on the open road. But complications ensue when they cross paths with an intimidating band of New Mexico bikers known as the Del Fuegos.
Thursday, August 9, 2007
New Quick Flicks for the week of 8/5/07
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewNoah Cruise is a naturally talented basketball player, who is determined to become a doctor using his basketball scholarship to UCLA pre-med, rather than succumb to the lure of former sports agent Vaughn and go for the NBA. His best friend, Tech is also an outstanding basketball player and the buddy that took the fall for him and did the time for an assault charge. Tech has less lofty ambitions: he wants to get his GED and win an underground street ball game against his arrogant rival, Jewelz. Their lives change drastically when they both fall in love with two local girls and take fateful trip out to L.A. together.
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewAfter receiving a strange package with the doll named Billy, Jamie's wife is murdered. Destined to find out the truth, Jamie goes to the town of Raven's Fair where the ventriloquist Mary Shaw used to perform and is buried. After she went mad in the 1940s, Mary was accused of kidnapping a young boy who yelled out in one of her performances that she was a fraud. Because of this she was hunted down by townspeople, who in the ultimate act of revenge, cut out her tongue and then killed her. They buried her along with her "children," a handmade collection of vaudeville dolls, and assumed they had silenced her forever.
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewIn this modern retelling of Hitchcock's thriller Rear Window, Kale, a troubled teen sentenced to house arrest, begins watching his neighbors out of boredom -- only to discover evidence that a serial killer lives a stone's throw from his home.
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewA top London cop is ready to die of boredom when his superiors transfer him to a sleepy English village to work alongside a blundering but well-meaning young constable. Craving some real action, the big-city bobby may just get his wish when the town begins to stir with a series of grisly "accidents." Is foul play afoot in this seemingly idyllic hamlet?
View Windows Media-formatted PreviewIn this contemporary retelling of director Eric Rohmer's cerebral 1972 film Chloe in the Afternoon, Chris Rock stars as Richard Cooper, a happily married man with a young daughter at home. Problem is, he fantasizes about other women -- and soon finds his fidelity tested when a friend's former paramour enters the picture and puts the moves on Richard.