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  • MUD

    MUD

    This adventure drama follows two boys, Ellis (Tye Sheridan) and his friend Neckbone (Jacob Lofland), who find a man named Mud (Matthew McConaughey) hiding out on an island in the Mississippi. Mud describes fantastic scenarios, including that he killed a man in Texas, and vengeful bounty hunters are…

    by Jane Boursaw
    Posted March 28, 2013

  • RETURN TO NIM'S ISLAND

    RETURN TO NIM'S ISLAND

    This sequel to 2008's "Nim's Island" finds Bindi Irwin taking over the role originated by Abigail Breslin. The story follows a boy named Edmund (Toby Wallace) who discovers Nim and her beautiful island while on a cruise ship adventure. Back home, Edmund is frustrated that nobody in his class…

    by Jane Boursaw
    Posted March 28, 2013

  • THE BIBLE

    THE BIBLE

    If you caught this 10-part miniseries that aired on The History Channel in March, you already know how epic it is. Executive Producers Roma Downey and Mark Burnett crafted an engaging story based on the Scriptures for a new generation. Breathtaking in scope and scale, "The Bible" features powerful…

    by Jane Boursaw
    Posted March 28, 2013

  • IRON MAN: RISE OF THE TECHNOVORE

    IRON MAN: RISE OF THE TECHNOVORE

    Billionaire Tony Stark (voiced by Matthew Mercer), in his Iron Man armor, prevents an attack from a mysterious new foe, but innocent bystanders are killed, including his best friend War Machine, Lt. Colonel James Rhodes. Detained for questioning by S.H.I.E.L.D., Iron Man escapes, determined to find…

    by Jane Boursaw
    Posted March 28, 2013

  • THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE

    THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE

    SYNOPSIS: Steve Carell and Steve Buscemi play superstar magicians whose act and friendship starts to get old after several decades together. But when a street magician's (Jim Carrey) outrageous stunts make the duo look bad. they decide to stage their own daring stunt.

    by Jane Boursaw
    Posted March 21, 2013

  • JACK THE GIANT SLAYER

    JACK THE GIANT SLAYER

    MPAA Rating: PG-13 for intense scenes of fantasy action violence, some frightening images and brief language. SYNOPSIS: The classic fairytale gets a makeover in this fun tale about a young farmhand named Jack who comes into possession of some magic beans, re-igniting an ancient war between humans…

    by Jane Boursaw
    Posted February 27, 2013

  • OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL

    OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL

    James Franco plays a small-time magician who's swept away from dusty Kansas to an enchanted land where he's forced to decide whether he'll be a good man or a great one.

    by Jane Boursaw
    Posted February 27, 2013

  • THE CROODS

    THE CROODS

    When their world starts to crumble, a prehistoric family goes on a road trip through uncharted territory and a fantastical world. Complicating things is an adventurous teenager and her overprotective dad.

    by Jane Boursaw
    Posted February 27, 2013

  • G.I. JOE: RETALIATION

    G.I. JOE: RETALIATION

    Not yet rated; likely PG-13. In theaters 3/28. Ok for kids 14+.

    by Jane Boursaw
    Posted February 27, 2013

  • THE HOST

    THE HOST

    PG-13 for some sensuality and violence. Is "The Host" the next "Twilight"? Anything's possible.

    by Jane Boursaw
    Posted February 27, 2013

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