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May 22, 2016
Disney Animation Treasures to be Auctioned by Bonhams
TCM and Bonhams are conducting a sale of Disney animation treasures from the collection of Ted and Dawn Hopkins. It features cels from classics like "Fantasia," "Snow White," and "Pinocchio." This is a chance to own a piece of movie history and a true work of art. ...
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Shane Black on Mismatched Teams
I often say that the single most popular theme in movies is two characters who don't like each other at first but develop a grudging respect and often a deep affection. Sometimes it's even a romance, as in "Pride and Prejudice" and most romantic comedies. Writer/director Shane Black, whose films "Lethal Weapon," "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang," and "The Nice Guys" are exceptionally entertaining examples, told Screen...
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May 21, 2016
Win a Fabulous “Now You See Me 2” Prize Package: DVD, Cards, Poster, Tickets!!
You can win a "Now You See Me 2" prize package that can only be described as magical! Blu-Ray DVD copy of the original Now You See Me, plus a t-shirt, deck of cards, hat, a pass for two to see the sequel at any local Washington, DC AMC theater, and posters!
Send me an email at moviemom@moviemom.com with Magic in the subject line and tell me a magic trick you wish you could do. Don't forget your address!...
Send me an email at moviemom@moviemom.com with Magic in the subject line and tell me a magic trick you wish you could do. Don't forget your address!...
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DC Area: Join Me at the Hill Center Tomorrow for the Original “Invasion of the Body Snatchers”
Join me May 22, 2016 4:00 at DC's Hill Center for the original "Invasion of the Body Snatchers." It's free!
It’s been called the most frightening film ever made. That’s because there is no razor-toothed monster, giant bug-eyed alien or special effects extravaganza as terrifying as a threat coming from the person you thought you knew and trusted. Were the film’s emotionless pod people supposed to represent...
It’s been called the most frightening film ever made. That’s because there is no razor-toothed monster, giant bug-eyed alien or special effects extravaganza as terrifying as a threat coming from the person you thought you knew and trusted. Were the film’s emotionless pod people supposed to represent...
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Trailer: Little Men from Ira Sachs
Ira Sachs is one of my favorite filmmakers, and I can't wait to see his new movie, "Little Men."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt27u......
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt27u......
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May 20, 2016
Trailer: Uplifting Chess Movie “Queen of Katwe”
Lupita Nyong'o and David Oyelowo star in "Queen of Katwe," a Disney film based on the true story of a poor girl from Uganda who became a chess champion. It will be in theaters this fall....
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May 19, 2016
The Angry Birds Movie
Like the wildly addictive Finnish app/game/toys that inspired it, the Angry Birds movie is colorful, with some silly humor and imaginative settings. And like the many, many attempts to make games into movies that have gone before it, this one has strong visuals, game talent, and yet never quite sustains itself as a story. It's a rare movie for kids that endorses legitimate anger, but in these touchy times, it is peculiarly xenophobic.
Bird island is something of a flightless bird...
Bird island is something of a flightless bird...
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The Nice Guys
Shane Black at his best lives in the sweet spot he pretty much mapped out himself in his 20's when he wrote the screenplay for "Lethal Weapon." He figured out that hard-boiled action could be both exciting and funny. His characters have no illusions and few scruples, but in the tradition of loner anti-heroes from westerns to films noir, they have their own set of ethics. They do not like authority and they do not always obey the rules but they will represent the interests of their clients...
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Exclusive Clip: Almost Holy
We are honored to present an exclusive clip from the new documentary "Almost Holy."
Gennadiy Mokhnenko calls himself "Pastor Crocodile." He's known throughout Ukraine for his years working to rehabilitate drug-addicted kids. But he's also a vigilante who uses any force necessary to carry out his moral vision. Gennadiy believes he has made Mariupol a better place, but now, the violence in Ukraine threatens everything.
Here's the...
Gennadiy Mokhnenko calls himself "Pastor Crocodile." He's known throughout Ukraine for his years working to rehabilitate drug-addicted kids. But he's also a vigilante who uses any force necessary to carry out his moral vision. Gennadiy believes he has made Mariupol a better place, but now, the violence in Ukraine threatens everything.
Here's the...
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May 18, 2016
Exclusive Clip: The Finest Hours — Win a DVD!
We are delighted to be able to share an exclusive clip from "The Finest Hours," the stirring story of a real-life Coast Guard rescue.
And we're even more delighted to have DVDs to give away! Send me an email at moviemom@moviemom.com with Finest in the subject line and tell me your favorite body of water. Don't forget your address! (U.S. addresses only). I'll pick a winner at random on May 28, 2016....
And we're even more delighted to have DVDs to give away! Send me an email at moviemom@moviemom.com with Finest in the subject line and tell me your favorite body of water. Don't forget your address! (U.S. addresses only). I'll pick a winner at random on May 28, 2016....
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