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November Cinema Preview

An early taste of Thanksgiving’s cinematic feast.

‘The Book of Life’: Too Much Plot, Gorgeously Illustrated

Step aside, Tim Burton. This new kids’ movie is over-written, but hey: The dead never loed so good.

Vlad the Imapler (Luke Evans) standing over the vanquished. photo: Universal Studios

‘Dracula Untold’: Fresh Blood Or Just a Pain in the Neck?

This Dracula prequel, supposedly an origin story, is unashamedly unoriginal.

The October Cinema Preview: Trick or Treat?

A lo at the upcoming Hollywood movies, treats … and tricks.

baby! Tina Fey and Jason Bateman are brilliant in the roles of Wendy and her brother Judd

‘This Is Where I Leave You’ Leaves a Rich (But Odd) Taste

Here’s a smart and witty film that asks: How much upper-class angst can you take?

It's a shocking moment for Sophie (Elisabeth Moss) and Ethan (Mark Duplass).

A Lot to Like in ‘The One I Love’

Nothing is what it seems in the “The One I Love,” a compelling movie about a bad relationship and good filmmaking.

September Cinema Preview

A quick sneak at what the cinematic stork is bringing in September.

‘The Giver:’ Freedom’s Just Another Word for People to Act Like Fools

In the future you’re going to be happy … and you’ll hate it!

‘The Hundred-Foot Journey’: A Spicy Tale of Food and Romance

Lasse Hallstrom cos up a romantic comedy about two cultures clashing in the kitchen. Is it a full-course meal or just a lot of empty calories?

‘A Most Wanted Man’ Is a Most-Needed Kind of Movie

“A Most Wanted Man” is the late Phillip Seymour Hoffman’s last movie. A smart suspense thriller that keeps the audience entertained without a gunfight every few minutes.

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