Movies
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| The real measure of "Taken," starring Liam Neeson, is not in what happens but in how it happens. The filmmakers' goal was to make a simple action thriller, but the skill that went into it is masterly. Mick LaSalle reviews. |
A 'Star Wars' Love Letter
The More The Merrier
Shot In The Arm
Change Of Pace
Bueno Reception
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DVDs
Critical Consensus
On DVD
School's In
"The Class" director Laurent Cantet shows the classroom as a boiling pot.
After filming "Fanboys," actress Kristen Bell is hip to a lot of those esoteric "Star Wars" jokes.
A Star Is Born
Ruthe Stein thinks she may have found the next Audrey Hepburn at Sundance.
"He's Just Not That Into You" includes appearances by Ben Affleck, Jennifer Aniston and other stars.
Small Delights
Obscure films get wider exposure thanks to SFFS Screen.
Grants totaling $3 million will help out the local film industry.
Back In Sight
Michelle Williams takes on the act of being still in the "Wendy and Lucy." Trailer
In Vicente Amorim's "Good," actor Viggo Mortensen is neither a hero nor even cool. Trailer
Quite A Popular Guy
Harry Connick Jr. talks about his latest film, "New in Town." Trailer
Spanish-language comedy "Rudo y Cursi" wins over the Sundance crowd.
Good Year, Bad List
The 2008 Oscar nominations make Mick LaSalle wince. Plus: List of nominees.
Golden Winners
Here's a look at this year's Golden Globes awards. Plus: Full list of winners | Celeb photos
Mick LaSalle answers readers' questions about movies. Listen to the podcast.
Clint Eastwood: 'American Icon Collection' | 'Gospel According to Al Green' | 'MGM: When the Lion Roars' | 'The Stewardesses 3-D: 40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition'
The best and worst of what's out there.
New DVD releases, reviewed by Chronicle critics.
Opening this week: Brendan Fraser stars in "Inkheart"; a return to "Underworld"; the documentary "Scott Walker: 30 Century Man"; and more in New Flicks.
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Eerily Timely "Wendy and Lucy" follows a young woman clinging to the edge of society. (Trailer) |
Could Have Been Worse
"The Pope's Toilet" counts on a canned response instead of making a real case.
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A Horror Throwback "The Uninvited" may be a satisfying film for horror fans who walk out of "Saw" movies. (Trailer) |
Cue-Card Performance
Renée Zellweger all but ruins "New in Town" with her lack of effort.
Settlement Reached
Heath Ledger's estate and life insurance firm have cut a deal.
Industry Buzz
Costume designer Jacqueline West dresses for success; award for "The Judge and the General"?; and more.
Movie Trailers
Check out the previews online.
New Flicks Newsletter
Reviews and news in your in-box every Friday.
Mick, Uncensored
Mick LaSalle goes Maximum Strength in his new blog.
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Behind The ScenesMovies with Mick LaSalle.
