Monthly Archives: June 2009

Video Verdict: New DVDs for June 30

This week’s DVD releases include two amped up action flicks and a concert movie featuring one of America’s top teen acts.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for June 23

This week’s video releases range from a family friendly fantasy starring Brendan Fraser to an R-rated animated film that won a Golden Globe.

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Like free movies? Reno’s got them

There might not be any free lunches, but there are free movies. At least there are in Northern Nevada. For years, Artown has offered free movies in Wingfield Park during the month of July, but this summer free flicks aren’t … Continue reading

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Reno club keeps R/C cars on track

Dan Walls of Reno likes racing radio-controlled cars for many reasons but one  is that he can put them through hell. “It keeps me going, keeps me young,” he said. “I’d never drive my real car like this. I can drive … Continue reading

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for June 16

It’s an off week for mainstream DVD releases, but horror fans are getting something they can sink their teeth — or should I say machete — into with a remake of the horror classic “Friday the 13th.”

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for June 9

This week’s DVD releases are anchored by a Clint Eastwood drama that earned the veteran performer a best actor nod from the National Board of Review.

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‘Dances With Wolves’ writer attending this year’s Reno Film Festival

Michael Blake is best known as a behind-the-scenes guy, but the “Dances With Wolves” novelist and screenwriter stepped in front of the camera for “The American West: On the Road With Michael Blake.” In the documentary film, showing June 21 … Continue reading

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Reno Film Festival: Indies and more

During its nine years, the Reno Film Festival has seen its share of change. It debuted in October 2000 and served as an outlet, primarily, for classic movies. In the early days, screenings of great films were paired with appearances … Continue reading

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for June 2

It’s a good week for movie lovers because the latest DVDs include two of the finest dramas released into theaters in 2008.

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