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Coming Soon
Movie Openings for Feb. 14 and 15
Definitely, Maybe
Synopsis: A father in his 30s and in the midst of a divorce is
questioned by his young daughter about his life before marriage. He
recalls previous romances and his past life as an aspiring
politician in what promises to be heartwarming Valentine's Day
fare.
Director/Writer: Adam Brooks
Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Derek Luke, Isla Fisher, Elisabeth Banks,
Rachel Weisz, Abigail Breslin
Rating: PG-13
Jumper
Synopsis: A young man has a genetic anomaly that allows him to
teleport, or "jump," to anywhere at will. He discovers himself
caught in a war between those with this gift and those sworn to
kill his kind.
Director/Writer: Doug Liman
Starring: Hayden Christensen, Samuel L. Jackson, Jamie Bell, Diane
Lane, Katie Boland
Rating: PG-13
The Spiderwick Chronicles
Synopsis: Based on the best-selling book series of the same name,
this fantasy film tells the story of the strange and wonderful
occurrences that happen once the Grace family moves from New York
into the old house once owned by their great, great uncle.
Director/Writer: Mark Waters (II)
Starring: Michael Kahn, Freddie Highmore, Sarah Bolger, David
Strathairn, Mary-Louise Parker
Rating: PG
George A. Romero's Diary of the Dead
(opens Friday Feb. 15 at the Varsity Theatre)
Synopsis: In a new mockumentary-style take on his zombie
apocalypse franchise, Romero's newest deals with a group of film
students capturing the horrific events of a zombie uprising
directly on their own cameras.
Director/Writer: George A. Romero
Starring: Shawn Roberts, Joshua Close, Scott Wentworth, Joe
Dinicol, George Buza
Rating: R
Paul's pick of the week:
"Definitely, Maybe" is the obvious choice for couples looking for a
sweet, romantic time at the movies. It's also generating some
positive advance buzz. Action, fantasy and zombie films on other
screens, however, guarantee something for everyone this week.
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