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Last modified: Dec. 21, 2008

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  • 4.4 / 5

out of 5 stars

a Wong Kar Wai's debut English language feature, the internationally acclaimed director takes his audience on a dramatic journey across the distance between heartbreak and a new beginning.

After a rough break-up, Elizabeth (played by songstress Norah Jones in her screen debut) sets out on a journey across America, leaving behind a life of memories, a dream and a soulful new friend – a café owner (Jude Law) – all while in search of something to mend her broken heart. Waitressing her way through the country, Elizabeth befriends others whose yearnings are greater than hers, including a troubled cop (David Strathairn) and his estranged wife (Rachel Weisz) and a down-on-her luck gambler (Natalie Portman) with a score to settle.

Through these individuals, Elizabeth witnesses the true depths of loneliness and emptiness, and begins to understand that her own journey is part of a greater exploration within herself.

Kevin Spacey, Ed Harris, Jude Law, Natalie Portman, Rachel Weisz, Wong Kar-wai, Lawrence Block, Wong Kar Wai

PG-13 Comedy Romance
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The Ruins Poster
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  • 2.4 / 5

out of 5 stars

Four American friends on vacation in Cancún, Mexico, meet a German tourist that persuades them to join his hunt for his younger brother, who was last seen with his girlfriend near some mysterious ruins.

Ben Stiller, Chris Bender, Jena Malone, Stuart Cornfeld, Carter Smith, Shawn Ashmore, Laura Ramsey, Joe Anderson

R Drama Thriller
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  • 3.7 / 5

out of 5 stars

A heartfelt and hilarious adventure that chronicles the exploits of Nim, a young girl living a high-tech Robinson Crusoe existence on an unspoiled tropical island with her scientist father and her best friends - a motherly sea lion, a rambunctious iguana, and a sea turtle. When Nim's father embarks on a day of research at sea, she begins an unlikely e-mail communication with an agoraphobic novelist who lives in New York City. When a storm prevents her father's return and unpredictable dangers confront Nim and the Island, she must find the resources to survive. At the same time, the novelist begins to realize that her pen pal is not a scientist, but a little girl who is alone and in trouble, she also has to dig down for the courage to leave her safe haven and rescue Nim.

Gerard Butler, Jodie Foster, Abigail Breslin, Mark Levin, Paula Mazur, Jennifer Flackett, Alphonso McAuley, Joseph Kwong

PG Drama Adventure
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This Rolling Stones documentary focuses on the two concerts from the group's current "A Bigger Bang" tour and includes scenes from a recent concert in Austin, Texas. It also includes behind-the-scenes footage and interviews.

Steve Bing, Zane Weiner, Mick Jagger, Martin Scorsese, Victoria Pearman, Michael Cohl, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts

PG-13 Documentary
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33%

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  • 1.7 / 5

out of 5 stars

Oscar winners George Clooney and Renee Zellweger match wits in "Leatherheads", a rapid-fire romantic comedy set against the backdrop of America's pro-football league in 1925. Clooney plays Dodge Connolly, a swaggering, aging football hero who is determined to guide his team from bar brawls to packed stadiums. But after the players lose their sponsor and the entire league faces certain collapse, Dodge convinces a college football star to join his ragtag ranks. The captain hopes his latest move will help the struggling sport finally capture the country's attention.

Welcome to the team Carter Rutherford (John Krasinski), America's prodigal son. A golden-boy war hero who single-handedly forced multiple German soldiers to surrender in WWI, Carter has dashing good looks and unparalleled speed on the field. But if Dodge thinks this new champ is too good to be true, then Lexie Littleton (Zellweger) can prove that's the case.

A cub journalist playing in the big leagues, Lexie is a spitfire newswoman who sniffs holes in Carter's war story. While she digs, however, the two teammates become off-field rivals for her affections. As the love triangle grows, Dodge fights to get the girl while he tries to keep his guys together. And if Connolly is certain of one thing...it's that you always keep one final play from the defense.

John Krasinski, Casey Silver, George Clooney, Renée Zellweger, Jonathan Pryce, Grant Heslov

PG-13 Comedy Romance
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Sister Midnight

changed release date from TBA to May, 2025

Hans Zimmer & Friends: Diamond in the Desert

changed release date from TBA to March 19, 2025

Superboys of Malegaon

changed release date from January 31, 2025 to February 28, 2025

Untitled Sony and Marvel Universe Film

changed release date from June 27, 2025 to TBA 2026

Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can't Sing

changed release date from TBA to April 11, 2025
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