Monthly Archives: May 2008
A man’s guide to ‘Sex and the City’
OK men, you know it’s coming. With “Sex and the City” opening this week, your wife or girlfriend already is plotting ways to get you into the theater. After all, you did drag her to “Iron Man” several weeks ago. … Continue reading
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Video Verdict: New DVDs for May 27
This week’s DVD releases are anchored by the return of Rambo, the emotionally scarred Vietnam veteran who loves to wreak havoc on his enemies. But if action flicks aren’t your thing, you can choose between two understated and beautifully acted … Continue reading
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Video Verdict: New DVDs for May 20
Only one of this week’s video releases — “National Treasure 2″ — is big in stature, but there are plenty of smaller films to fill the gaps, including a new adventure from horror master George A. Romero. National Treasure … Continue reading
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‘Narnia’ sequel is great
“The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian” is as likable and intense as the first Narnia movie, “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” in nearly every way. Sure, the ending wanders and the story’s religious metaphors are more heavy-handed, but … Continue reading
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Video Verdict: New DVDs for May 13
This week’s major video releases include an ill-advised thriller and an unfunny comedy, so it’s a good thing Denzel Washington saved the day with his latest directorial effort. The Great Debaters 3½ stars (out of four) Rated PG-13 for … Continue reading
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Video Verdict: New DVDs for May 6
Not much good news to report on the home video front this week. Although we have a healthy crop of mainstream titles, none of them are particularly inventive or engaging. P.S. I Love You 2½ stars (out of four) … Continue reading
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