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| "Frost/Nixon" follows the events surrounding as David Frost's 1977 series of interviews with Richard Nixon, the first the former president gave following his resignation in 1974. The sheer fun of "Frost/Nixon" - and fun is the right word - is not only in watching these men in collision. Photos | Trailer | Comment | Mick LaSalle's movie podcast |
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Critics Pick Milk
"Milk" received four awards from the San Francisco Film Critics Circle, including best picture of 2008.
Will Smith talks about his latest film - and likely his darkest so far - "Seven Pounds."
A Challenging Piece
Amy Adams may second-guess herself, but "Doubt" co-star Meryl Streep has called her "the real deal."
Were the movies releases of this year harbingers of the present? Mick LaSalle.
The Ideal Choice
Hugh Jackman will host the 81st annual Oscars.
The Screen Actors Guild strike vote won't affect the Golden Globe Awards ceremony.
An Oscar Crutch
Mick LaSalle explains why the Golden Globes are a harbinger of the Oscars. Plus: The Golden Globe nominees.
Considering the state of the world today, would an alien takeover really make things worse? Peter Hartlaub probes.
Protest For Peace
"Pray the Devil Back to Hell" shows the Liberian female-led movement to end a war.
Here are 14 additional DVD boxed sets ready for under the tree. | Last week's list.
Is Frank Langella the best Richard Nixon ever?
Aliens And Robots
Sci-fi's favorite characters meld in the new remake of the 1951 classic "The Day the Earth Stood Still." Trailer
Actor Ray Stevenson takes on the challenge of Marvel Comics' Frank Castle in "Punisher: War Zone."
Portrait Of A Marriage
Actress Eileen Walsh talks about "Eden," the new Irish indie that tells the story of a troubled 10-year marriage.
Ruthe Stein puts her predictions - for best director, picture, actor, actress, supporting actor and supporting actress - in writing.
Mick LaSalle answers readers' questions about movies. Listen to the podcast.
'The Times of Harvey Milk' | 'Studio One Anthology' | 'Fanny Hill' | 'Christmas With the Nelsons'
The best and worst of what's out there.
New DVD releases, reviewed by Chronicle critics.
Opening this week: The historical drama "Frost/Nixon"; Kate Winslet stars in "The Reader"; the film adaptation of Pulitzer winner "Doubt"; in New Flicks.
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Embraces Ambiguity "Doubt" is a commendable rendering of John Patrick Shanley's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama. (Trailer) |
No Going Back
"Baby" is a brash, stylish and violent Los Angeles independent gangster film directed by Juwan Chung.
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Soulless And Boring Keanu Reeves attempts to capitalize on his wooden acting style in the role of Klaatu in "The Day the Earth Stood Still." (Trailer) |
Moves At A Snail's Pace
"Ciao" borders on the brink of soap opera but is saved by an emotional truthfulness and winning performances.
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It Has Atmosphere "The Reader," after an arresting beginning, changes into a passive rumination. (Trailer) |
An Illuminating Film
"Pray the Devil Back to Hell" is a much-needed attempt to put the spotlight on a moment of Liberian history.
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A Pleasure To Watch "Nothing Like the Holidays" is a bare-all familial saga with a twist. (Trailer) |
Industry Buzz
"Marley & Me's" gift-fetching Internet application; rodents remain in vogue; and more.
Lead Contenders
Brad Pitt's "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" and Sean Penn's "Milk" top Critics' Choice nominees.
Picture Honorific
Gus Van Sant's film biography "Milk" is receiving the Producers Guild of America's Stanley Kramer Award.
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Mick, Uncensored
Mick LaSalle goes Maximum Strength in his new blog.
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