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Borat (R)

Borat’s awkward road trip through “the world’s greatest country” has been anything but awkward at the box office. Audiences love his not-so-naive pursuit of Pam Anderson and a sexy time. Review

The Departed (R)

Boston police send undercover agent Leonardo Dicaprio into the Irish mafia while the mob has one of their own moving up in police ranks.

Flushed Away (PG)

This animated film first came out in 2006. Although it also features rats as characters, Ratatouille quickly flushed it from memory. (Courtesy of 20th Century Fox.)

The Prestige (PG13)

Once friends and partners, two illusionists now fight to ruin each other after a trick goes horribly wrong. Their duel endangers everyone’s lives.

Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause (G)

The third installment of this series finds regular-joe-turned-Santa-Claus Scott Calvin toiling to make sure Christmas is protected from Jack Frost.

Saw III (R)

The police have been puzzled by Jigsaw’s crimes. But there’s no getting rid of him or his torturous games when he enlists help to continue his mission. Review

A Good Year (PG13)

Russel Crowe’s bad karma catches up with him. After being suspended from his job for fraud, he has to fight for his newly inherited estate in Provence.

Babel (R)

This Golden Globe-winning feature takes you to Morocco, Japan and Mexico in its intertwining tales.

Casino Royale (PG13)

If you’d like another round of Bond clichés, make it a double. This action-packed ride features new Bond Daniel Craig in his debut as the seductive spy. Review

Stranger Than Fiction (PG13)

Harold Crick hears a woman’s voice narrating his every action and thought with alarming accuracy. When she says he’s about to die, he freaks out.

Crumb (R)

Director Terry Zwigoff worked for six years to make this documentary on the life of drug addict and cartoonist Robert Crumb.

House of Sand (R)

Set in Brazil’s Maranhño Desert, this film examines the mother-daughter dynamic.

Jesus Camp (PG13)

In this documentary, a Pentecostal minister leads children in Missouri’s annual Lakewood Park Bible Camp.

Shortbus (R)

In a movie that many have said fulfills the dream of ’70s filmmakers, director John Cameron Mitchell brings together a sexy story, a jazzy soundtrack and a comedic cast.

After ignoring their orders in Vietnam, a group of GIs faces disapproval upon their return to the States. This film questions whether America pulled out because soldiers were no longer willing to fight.

The U.S. vs. John Lennon (PG13)

The government finds John Lennon’s popularity with the American people to be corrosive when he speaks out against U.S. policy.

Wholphin: McSweeney's Film Night (U)

Wolphin, a quarterly magazine in DVD form, presents a series of short films. Among those featured are Walleyball, Yeah Yeah We Speak English, Just Serve and Crying Competition.

Happy Feet (PG)

Penguins, penguins and more penguins. Sometimes they dance; sometimes they talk. More penguins. That is all. Forum 8 Cinemas, Mon. - Fri. 10:30 a.m. $1 (Photo courtesy Warner Bros.)

Let's Go to Prison (R)

Former inmate John Lyshitsk (Dax Shepherd) decides the best form of revenge against the judge who put him away is to go after his son.

For Your Consideration (PG13)

Waiting for Guffman director Christopher Guest turns his critical yet comedic eye toward the Hollywood hype machine. Review

The Sierra Leone Refugee All Stars (U)

After years of war, a group of musicians discovers the power of music as they build a life in a refugee camp in Guinea.

Deja Vu (PG13)

Doug Carlin teams up with the FBI in an attempt to solve a crime that occurred four days earlier. Doug Carlin teams up with the FBI in an attempt to solve a crime that occurred four days earlier.

Deck the Halls (PG)

Danny Devito’s portrayal of the Christmas-light-loving freak is nothing compared to his drunken behavior on the View. He might not get an Oscar, but at least he got some free Limoncello.

Bobby (R)

After the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., Robert F. Kennedy is the new hope for change in America. When he too is assassinated, the country reels. Review

The Fountain (PG13)

This sci-fi thriller starring Hugh Jackman explores metaphysics, universal patterns, Biblical symbolism and undying love that lasts a thousand years.

Tenacious D: The Pick of Destiny (R)

Tenacious fans will find this film hilarious. Smart people, however, will invest wisely and see Casino Royale. If you must get a Jack Black fix, try The Holiday.

The Spook who Sat by the Door (PG)

In this 1973 film, a black CIA agent, frustrated by experiences of racism, leaves to lead a revolution against the powers that be. Sun., 9 (free)

The Holiday (PG13)

Apparently life doesn’t imitate art. Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet are having boy issues. After swapping stories, they swap houses, too.

The Nativity Story (PG)

Follow the journey of Mary and Joseph as they make their way to Bethlehem. Never mind the fact that the 16-year-old actress who played Mary got pregnant after filming.

Turistas (R)

All they want to do is go home, but when a group of coeds is stranded on a Brazilian island, they are in for a primal battle for their lives and limbs.

Van Wilder 2: The Rise of Taj (R)

Taj leaves Coolidge College for Oxford University and channels his inner wild child to show the snooty students the American way to party.

The Adventures of the Amazon Queen (U)

This short film chronicles the building and sailing of a scale-model fishing boat.

American Movie (R)

A filmmaker strives more than three years to finish a short horror film.

Encounter Point (R)

This film provides a portrait of unlikely grassroots activists.

OUTsider Christmas (U)

The Free Form Film Festival presents a one-night-only screening of OUT, a program of video clips that will focus on the holidays.

Apocalypto (R)

During the decline of Mayan civilization, the elders decide the only hope is human sacrifices. When one man finds out he’s next, he flees.

Blood Diamond (R)

A rare pink diamond hidden in South Africa brings together a diamond worker, an American journalist and a jewel smuggler. Review

Fast Food Nation (R)

Based on The New York Times bestseller by the same name, this film, starring Wilmer Valderrama, examines the effects of the fast food industry.

Unaccompanied Minors (PG)

A group of kids make their own holiday in the airport when all flights are snowed in. As if traveling around the holidays wasn’t stressful enough, imagine being 8 years old and on your own.

American Hero (R)

This film is an electrifying and informative look at the “golden age” of punk in America in the early and mid-1980s. Director Paul Rachman uses footage of scene leaders to tell the story and splices them with interview clips from fans.

La Moustache (U)

Marc shaves off his facial hair and waits patiently for his wife’s reaction. Neither she nor his friends notice. He finally tells them, but they insist he never had a mustache to begin with, causing him to doubt his sanity.

The Queen (PG13)

The British people mourn the death of Princess Diana, and the queen must choose between being a stern monarch or a compassionate leader.

Charlotte’s Web (G)

Before Abigail Breslin, there was Dakota Fanning. She stars in this story about some pig. Sat., Sun. 10 and 11 a.m., free at Forum

Eragon (PG)

A young boy finds a dragon egg and becomes the new Dragon Rider. He must save the world from an evil king and wizard. So basically it’s the kid-friendly version of Lord of the Rings minus creepy Gollum.

The Pursuit of Happyness (PG13)

Find out how to go from living on the streets to making millions of dollars while getting jiggy with Will Smith and son turned co-star, Jaden Smith.

Jonestown: The Life and Death of Peoples Temple (U)

In 1978, cult leader Jim Jones convinced 900 followers to commit suicide by drinking punch laced with cyanide. Director Stanley Nelson weaves never-before-seen footage and a series of familiar events into the story of what truly happened at the Peoples Temple. Through interviews with survivors, photographs and film, Nelson is able to explain Jones as a person and examine all of the events throughout his life leading up to his death.

Night at the Museum (PG)

Being a night watchman at a museum would be a breeze if it weren’t for those pesky dinosaurs, cavemen and other annoying exhibits that come to life. Forum 8 Cinemas, through Fri. 10:30 a.m. $1 (Photo courtesy 20th Century Fox)

We Are Marshall (PG)

After a plane crash diminishes a football team, Jack Lengyel (Matthew McConaughey) inspires the rest of the team to move forward.

The Good Shepherd (R)

Matt Damon is the head of the CIA, and though he enjoys success on the job, his family life starts to unravel from all the secrets and lies. And Angelina Jolie doesn’t seem like a wife who would tolerate lies from her husband.

Rocky Balboa (PG)

You're never too old, right? Sly just doesn't know when to stop. He reclaims the role he created and slugs his way to the top one last time.

Dreamgirls (PG13)

It must be tough for Beyoncé to let Jennifer Hudson dominate the spotlight. The other women from Destiny’s Child finally have their karmic retribution.

F*ck (U)

This documentary examines our favorite obscenity from all angles — from the word’s etymology to issues of free speech. Commentators include Christian crooner Pat Boone, filmmaker Kevin Smith and rapper Ice-T.

The Navy vs. the Night Monsters (U)

According to its Web site, Ragtag found the 35mm original print of this 1966 B-movie in their basement “buried beneath empty kegs and old film trailers.” In it, a scientific expedition to Antarctica winds up combating deadly, acid-secreting night monsters. (free)

Black Christmas (R)

Lacey Chabert and Michelle Trachtenberg star in this remake of the 1974 film in which a psychopath targets a sorority house during the holidays.

Running With Scissors (R)

Annette Bening gives a stellar performance in this adaptation of Augusten Burroughs' memoir about his unbelievable childhood.

Happily N’Ever After (PG)

The storybook villains are fed up and want to take over Fairy Tale Land. The good guys fight for their perfect endings. (Free)

Children Of Men (R)

In the not-so-distant future Clive Owen is responsible for the preservation of humanity and must protect the first pregnant woman in 20 years from the violent uprisings. Is anyone else worried about the human race?

Code Name: The Cleaner (PG13)

Cedric the Entertainer plays a janitor suffering from amnesia. When he is tricked into believing he’s a secret agent, it could mean big trouble for the FBI. (No passes for Forum 8)

Freedom Writers (PG13)

Ambitious teacher Hilary Swank enters an inner city school and inspires her students to see a life beyond the mean, gang-ridden streets. Hey, wait … didn’t Michelle Pfeiffer do this in Dangerous Minds more than a decade ago?

Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing (U)

Before Natalie Maines opened her mouth and publicly dissed President Bush, the Dixie Chicks were country's most beloved gaggle of gals. But when patriotic country fans got wind of her trash talkin', they lashed out against the Chicks. This behind-the-scenes documentary captures it all.

Requiem (U)

This German film takes the same compelling story that inspired the film "The Exorcism of Emily Rose" and looks at it from a less terror-inducing perspective.

The Painted Veil (PG13)

Edward Norton and Naomi Watts go to the extreme in counseling for their troubled marriage. They go to a remote Chinese village devastated by an epidemic to examine their woes.

The Russians are Coming, The Russians are Coming (U)

Ragtag's Silent Film Brunch Series - The Russian Revolution on screen: Legendary filmmaker Ladislaw Starewicz created a new art form with his stop motion puppet animation and today we will see The Cameraman's Revenge (1912), his comic tale of insect infidelity. Next we will see an excerpt of Sergei Eisenstein's Battleship Potemkin, an exemplary form of Soviet montage filmmaking. Finally, we'll screen Lev Kuleshov's greatest work, By the Law (1926), which tells the story of Yukon gold prospectors trapped in a cabin. (courtesy of Ragtag Cinemacafe)

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Alpha Dog (R)

A drug dealer kidnaps his client’s brother. The victim doesn’t escape, though — life on the run is fun. The question is: Can you watch any scene Justin Timberlake is in without getting “My Love” stuck in your head?

Arthur and the Invisibles (PG13)

If his grandfather doesn’t raise enough money, Arthur’s home will be torn down. Obvious solution: Journey to the land of the Minimoys and find rubies to save the day. Photo courtesy The Weinstein Company.

Curse of the Golden Flower (R)

Prepare for the ultimate family feud in this visually stunning film starring Chow Yun-Fat as a 10th century Chinese emperor to a family full of secrets.

Primeval (R)

While searching for a 25-foot crocodile in South Africa, a news team bites off more than they can chew when they become targets of a warlord. (No passes at Hollywood until Jan. 22)

Stomp the Yard (PG13)

Kansas City native Columbus Short struggles to get the girl, make the grade and perfect his moves as a former delinquent attending Truth University.

The Hitcher (R)

A couple pick up a man who turns out to be a murderer intent on blaming his crimes on them — pretty much the antithesis of your typical road trip comedy.

Letters From Iwo Jima (R)

Clint Eastwood directs this story of Japanese forces who held Iwo Jima for 36 days during World War II. It’s the flip side to Flags of Our Fathers, Eastwood’s interpretation of the story from the American soldiers’ perspective.

Iraq in Fragments (U)

A look at the life of Sunnis, Shiites and Kurds, this film won cinematography, editing and directing prizes at Sundance.

Notes on a Scandal (R)

Judi Dench plays a bitter old school teacher vying for the attention of the new art teacher (Cate Blanchett). When Dench learns of Blanchett’s affair with a 15-year-old student, she urges her friend to end it or she will be forced to tell. Things aren’t that simple as Blanchett finds herself continually going back to the young student.

Smokin' Aces (R)

Las Vegas magician Aces (Jeremy Piven) is in trouble. A crew of hit men, including Ben Affleck and Alicia Keys, have it out for him. Two FBI agents (Ray Liotta and Ryan Reynolds) are in charge of protecting him from the would-be killers. Wayne Newton makes an appearance as himself. Hey, hit men, if you’ve got some extra time, we’ll pay you to take out Newton. Review

Epic Movie (PG13)

Add a dash of Snakes on a Plane, a generous spoonful of Pirates of the Caribbean and a pinch of The Chronicles of Narnia, and you still need about eight more blockbusters to equal the amount of parody found in this film.

Catch and Release (PG13)

It’s the typical love story: Boy meets girl, boy proposes to girl, boy drops dead before the wedding, and girl discovers he wasn’t who she thought he was. She gets over it by falling in love with the best friend who helps her cope. Review

Blood and Chocolate (PG13)

No, it’s not a new Valentine’s Day combination gift. Yet romance still ensues as werewolf Agnes Bruckner falls for an American without the full moon fetish. Take your squeeze to see the film, but stick with flowers for the gift.

Disinformation TV (U)

Disinformation Web site’s TV version covers insightful yet irreverent topics ranging from Satanic worship to time travel.

Yacht Rock (U)

Your chance to see all 10 episodes of this cult favorite faux-rockumentary.

Old Joy (U)

Two 30-something men examine their friendship on a weekend camping trip.

Because I Said So (PG13)

Diane Keaton tries to find a suitable mate for her daughter (Mandy Moore) by placing a personal ad for her. Wow, if someone like Mandy Moore needs dating help from her mother, what hope is there for any of us? Review

Volver (R)

Penélope Cruz stars in a comedy that spans three generations. Her mother tries to communicate from the other side after Cruz’s jerk of a husband drops dead.

The Messengers (PG13)

Ingredients: creepy house, a traumatically mute child who sees spirits but can’t warn his parents, and ghosts who haunt the house. Yeah, we see dead people. Haven’t we heard that somewhere before? Review

Tramp, Tramp, Tramp (PG13)

Harry Langdon is a shoemaker who enters a cross-country foot race to prove himself worthy of marriage in this silent comedy. Showing at the Missouri Theatre.

Pan's Labyrinth (R)

Guillermo del Toro makes a 180-degree turn from Hellboy with this Oscar-winning Gothic fairy tale set in Fascist Spain. Review

Ghosts of Abu Ghraib (U)

Rory Kennedy’s documentary examines the 2003 abuse scandal involving U.S. military and prisoners at Iraq’s Abu Ghraib prison.

Hannibal Rising (R)

Unexpectedly, the film shows Hannibal as a cherubic child who loves bunnies and draws rainbows for fun. OK, that’s a lie. He’s a vengeance-seeking, flesh-eating brat, but we had you for a sec, didn’t we? Review

Norbit (PG13)

Eddie Murphy plays timid Norbit, who is married to mean, obese Rasputia, also played by Murphy. We’re betting Eddie and Eddie had good chemistry. Review

Trailer Park Boys (Season 1) (U)

This Canadian public television phenomenon documents the lives of Ricky (Robb Wells) and Julian (John Paul Tremblay). After being released from prison, the two move to Sunnyvale Trailer Park and go back to their old white trash stoner ways.

Breach (PG13)

Ryan Phillippe faces a dilemma when he discovers his boss in the FBI has been selling secrets to the Soviet Union. It kind of makes your problem with someone stealing your stapler at work seem kind of petty now, doesn’t it?

Bridge to Terabithia (PG)

The class wimp and the new girl become friends and make up a fantastical world where all their problems go away. Well, that’s one way to cope with adolescence.

Daddy's Little Girls (PG13)

Gabrielle Union, a successful lawyer, falls for a single dad of three. As a janitor, he’s a bit below her on the social ladder, but that didn’t stop Britney, did it?

Ghost Rider (PG13)

Mephistopheles asks Johnny Blaze to stop his son from taking over Hell. We would just say no, too, but unfortunately Blaze is bound by one of those pesky I-sold-my-soul-to-the-devil contracts that’s just a bit hard to get out of.

Music and Lyrics (PG13)

Romance blossoms between musical partners Hugh Grant and Drew Barrymore. We wonder if there’s going to be a musical version of the classic “I’m just a girl standing in front of a boy asking him to love her” speech.

51 Birch Street (U)

Doug Block finds his mom's diaries, documents them and realizes his parents' marriage wasn't what he once thought.

The Animation Show (U)

The third annual show is presented by Mike Judge and Don Hertzfeldt. A wide variety of animation, from CG to stop-motion, is featured from today's best animators.

Reno 911!: Miami (R)

These crazy cops from the Comedy Central series take their antics to Miami as they try to prevent a terrorist attack during spring break. Review

The Abandoned (R)

An adopted woman returns to her home country of Russia to discover that the mother she never knew has died from bizarre circumstances and left her a damned house. All together now: “‘Cause you had a bad day. You’re taking one down. You sing a sad song just to turn it around!”

The Astronaut Farmer (PG)

Billy Bob Thornton is dismissed from the astronaut training program, and he builds his own rocket. You go, Billy; you show NASA who’s boss.

The Number 23 (R)

A man (Jim Carrey) obsesses over a book that seems to model his life with a yet-to-happen murder in the end. That’ll teach you not to read ahead. Review

Bad Taste (R)

A crude slapstick comedy about aliens who turn to citizens of a small town as the actual food in their fast-food enterprise.

Oscar Nominated Shorts (U)

Tune in for some of the best short films of 2006. They range from five to 30 minutes, but all are sure to please.

Zodiac (R)

Jake Gyllenhaal is a political cartoonist who investigates the Zodiac killer to the point of obsession. Oh, Jake. We wish you knew how to quit him.

Wild Hogs (PG13)

Tim Allen, William H. Macy, Martin Lawrence and John Travolta have midlife crises and decide to hit the road on their motorcycles. Tim Allen just hasn’t been the same since Home Improvement ended and his tool belt stopped fitting. It’s sad that grunting was the highlight of his career.

Black Snake Moan (R)

Samuel L. Jackson tries to heal nymphomaniac Christina Ricci by chaining her to a heater. Yeah, that’s the way to cure a sexual obsession — with some S&M.

300 (R)

Three hundred of the manliest men ever march to battle against the Persians. If they are so manly, why do they wear mascara?

Amazing Grace (PG)

William Wilberforce fights to convince 18th-century Britain that slavery should be abolished. Cheers to being ahead of the times and fighting for basic human rights.

The Last King of Scotland (R)

Forest Whitaker gives his Oscar-winning performance as General Idi Amin.

‘Tis Autumn: The Search for Jackie Paris (U)

Jackie Paris was rated one of the top 10 male vocalists in 1955. So why did he disappear? Filmmaker Raymond De Filitta searches for the answer and finds a story of bad luck, a crazy temper and general dysfunctions.

I Think I Love My Wife (R)

Chris Rock wrote, directed and stars in this film about the temptations of married men. Cheating doesn’t prosper, but writing, directing and starring in a film might.

Dead Silence (R)

The dolls of a dead ventriloquist cut out the tongues of victims who scream. What’s the matter? Dummy got your tongue?

Premonition (PG13)

Let’s do the Time Warp, Sandy. Bullock plays a wife plagued by the repeated nightmare of her husband’s death. She never knows from one day to the next if he’ll be alive or dead.

The Last Mimzy (PG)

When two siblings find a stuffed bunny named Mimzy, they develop powers such as telepathy and psychokinesis. This toy will be more popular than Tickle Me Elmo. (Photo courtesy of New Line Cinema)

Contested Streets (U)

This documentary encourages car-centered cities such as Los Angeles to take a hint from Paris’ rapid transit system. Oh, great. That’s all the French need: One more reason to patronize us. (free showing)

General Idi Amin Dada: A Self Portrait (U)

See the many sides of the Ugandan dictator in interviews and speeches. (free showing)

Venus (R)

Maurice (Peter O’Toole) is an aging actor who finally admits defeat and lets a girl 50 years his junior move into his apartment to help take care of him. The girl turns out to be a rude party girl. He ends up falling in love in a surprising turn of events. Guess that saying love is blind might be true. Either that or Maurice must have a sweet stock portfolio. He was also nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance.

TMNT (PG)

Raphael, Michelangelo and Donatello have grown apart, and Leonardo and Master Splinter have to bring them back together to save New York City. Maybe pizza would lure them back together. Cowabunga, dude.

Shooter (R)

A former sniper (Mark Wahlberg) attempts to stop an assassination but is blamed for it. If that’s not a sincere thanks to him for serving his country, we don’t know what is.

The Hills Have Eyes 2 (R)

When a group of National Guard trainees finds themselves battling mutants in the desert, “the lucky ones die first.” They’re talking about the audience members, right?

Reign Over Me (R)

Charlie (Adam Sandler) lost his family on Sept. 11 and Alan (Don Cheadle) has a family that is too much. The former college roommates reunite and to help each other. They must miss the old days of beer pong.

Pride (PG)

Terrance Howard play a 1970s college-grad turned-coach and starts Philadelphia’s first African-American swim team. He recruits troubled teens and convinces them they can succeed in the face of racism.

Over the Hedge (PG)

RJ the raccoon (Bruce Willis) introduces the joys of suburban life to a group of naive forest creatures. Let’s hope they don’t make the ‘burbs a permanent home. FREE

American Cannibal (U)

This documentary takes a behind-the-scenes look at the doomed reality show created by the distributor of the Paris Hilton sex tape and a couple of TV writers. As if the Hilton sex tape scandal wasn’t bad enough, the reality show American Cannibal attempted to strand contestants on a desert island with no food. This film asks the question of how far people will go to get their 15 minutes of fame. Having a sex tape is one thing, but having a tape of you contemplating cannibalism is something else entirely.

Blades of Glory (PG13)

Jimmy MacElroy (Jon Heder) continues his tour of outrageous movie hairstyles as a figure skater who teams up with his former rival Chazz Michael Michaels (Will Ferrell). Craig T. Nelson plays the duo’s coach as they go for the gold in the pairs’ competition. Review

The Lookout (R)

Chris Pratt (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) had everything going for him until he got in a car accident that left him with memory loss. He goes from being the big man on campus to being a big-time bank robber.

Peaceful Warrior (PG13)

A brief encounter with an old man (Nick Nolte) changes a young gymnast’s philosophy about life. Listen to your elders.

Meet the Robinsons (PG13)

In Disney’s version of William Joyce’s popular children’s book A Day With Wilbur Robinson, young orphan Lewis invents a memory scanner to find his birth mother. Maybe we should have been inventing things at his age instead of playing tag. Review

To Die in Jerusalem (U)

A documentary of the Iraelian-Palestinian conflict through the eyes of two very different young women; one is a suicide bomber, and the other is one of her grocery store victims. The climax of the film shows a confrontation between the mothers of the two women, who in life shared a strong resemblance.

Idiocracy (R)

Mike Judge, how we missed you. The Office Space creator’s latest film includes Luke Wilson as a regular Joe whom the government selects to go into hibernation. Fast forward 500 years, and Joe is now the smartest man in the world. What a wake-up call. The result is a satire on all things stupid. Let’s hope it’s everything we thought it could be. Fri. 10:15 p.m. Free

Smokey & the Bandit (free) (PG)

The ’70s are back in this trucker movie (yes, there is such a thing) from the groove vault. Burt Reynolds plays a truck driver bent on winning a bet that he can get a semi full of beer from Texas to Georgia in about a day. Long before The Fast and The Furious, Reynolds showed us that all you need is a cowboy hat, tight jeans and a smile to reach mediocre movie star status. Bust out the Coors for this one. Sat. 10:15 p.m. Free

Are We Done Yet? (PG)

If you missed your chance to see Ice Cube’s shenanigans the first time, consider yourself lucky — because it’s back. It is, in fact, not done yet. (Photo courtesy of Columbia Pictures) Review

Barnyard (PG)

A lot of farm animals have fun when the farmer is away. Party at old McDonald’s farm. Sat. and Sun. 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. (Free)

Firehouse Dog (PG)

Hollywood’s top four-legged star, Rexxx, gets lost and becomes the pet at a firehouse. Despite his name’s spelling, we’re pretty sure Rexxx starred in family-friendly flicks before he became a fireman’s best friend.

Grindhouse (R)

Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez team up and pay homage to the ’70s grindhouses in this double feature. Let’s just hope this collaboration doesn’t spawn mediocre sequels like From Dawn Till Dusk. Review

The Reaping (R)

Hilary Swank travels to Louisiana to uncover mysterious events that resemble the biblical plagues. Louisiana can’t seem to catch a break: first Hurricane Katrina, now plagues.

History Boys (R)

Adapted from the play with the same name, this film follows young men as they try to get into Oxford and Cambridge during the ’80s New Wave era. The boys are prepared for their college education by two teachers with different techniques. One is an idealist who teaches them to find the beauty in everything. The other is a pragmatist who believes that a dazzling essay is the way to stand out among the other applicants. Witty and fast-paced dialogue drive the film, and in the end it takes a turn audiences won’t forget.

Little Children (R)

Nominated for three Oscars, the film starring Kate Winslet, Patrick Wilson and Jennifer Connelly focuses on suburban families’ lives and how they intersect.

Earthquake! (PG)

See Charlton Heston and Ava Gardner in action when an earthquake destroys L.A. (free)

Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats & Rhymes (U)

Byron Hurt’s documentary explores hip-hop’s culture, politics and stereotypical views of males. What about the females? (free)

The Lives of Others (R)

An East German secret police officer becomes infatuated with the woman he is supposed to spy on.

The Namesake (PG13)

The son of Indian immigrants tries to fit in while living in New York and Calcutta. While his family embraces its heritage, Gogol is trying to pull away from the traditions. He even falls in love with and becomes engaged to an American.

Disturbia (PG13)

Kale (Shia LaBeouf) beats up his teacher during class and is sentenced to house arrest. With nothing better to do, he starts spying on his neighbors and suspects that one is a serial killer. That kind of stuff would never happen in Louis Stevens’ wholesome neighborhood. Review

How to Eat Fried Worms (PG)

Yes, this is based on the book you read in elementary school. Billy is the new kid, and to gain acceptance and stand up to the school’s bully, he accepts a dare to eat worms. There must be some other way. (free)

Pathfinder (R)

Ghost, Pathfinder and Jester star in this flick about a Viking boy’s vengeance after being left behind. Bitter much? How could they be with names like those?

Perfect Stranger (R)

Bruce Willis might have murdered Halle Berry’s best friend, so she goes undercover to find out. If you were hoping for Halle’s big acting comeback, you might be a little disappointed. This is Catwoman-worthy. Review

Redline (PG13)

Fast cars and racing are all this so-called film has to offer. It’s fast and furiously going to put moviegoers to sleep.

Slow Burn (R)

Ray Liotta is a big-time attorney defending his co-worker who claims to have murdered in self defense. Law & Order: Lame Unit.

Fracture (R)

An ambitious assistant district attorney (Ryan Gosling) meets his match in Ted Crawford (Anthony Hopkins), an engineer on trial for shooting his wife. The attorney thinks the trial will be a piece of cake but discovers that Crawford has some tricks up his sleeve.

Hot Fuzz (R)

From the makers of Shaun of the Dead, a successful cop is transferred from London to the small, sleepy town of Sandford. Once he’s there, crimes start occurring in the seemingly safe town, and along with his not-as-successful new partner, he must figure out what is happening.

In the Land of Women (PG13)

Will Adam Brody be able to survive the women who live next door? With a woman like Meg Ryan, we think he’ll do just fine. That is, if he likes collagen-filled fish lips.

Vacancy (R)

Remember that time you hated your hotel because it had dirty carpet and an uncomfortable, lumpy bed? That’s nothing compared to what happens to Luke Wilson and Kate Beckinsale during their horrifying hotel visit. They should have totally splurged at the Holiday Inn Express.

The Host (R)

A mutant emerges from a polluted river and kidnaps a young Seoul girl.

Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (R)

Jean-Baptiste Grenouille (Ben Winshaw) goes to disturbing lengths to impress the master perfumer (Dustin Hoffman) in 18th century France. He runs into trouble when he meets an attractive redhead and wants to bottle her scent.

The Condemned (R)

Wrestler Steve Austin shows his vulnerable side in this film where a TV producer places him on an island with nine condemned killers, but there can only be one survivor.

The Invisible (PG13)

After being attacked, Nick (Justin Chatwin) is not quite alive and not quite dead. He’s stuck somewhere in between, and to make matters worse, no one can see him. It’s like Ghost minus the pottery. That’s going to make it hard for him to solve his own murder, but that’s just what he has to do. Review

Kickin' it Old Skool (PG13)

Jamie Kennedy plays a break dancer who hits his head during a talent show and slips into a coma. He wakes up years later and tries to revive his career. If we slipped into a coma for a reason that embarrassing, we wouldn’t want to wake up. Review

Next (PG13)

Nicolas Cage can see a few minutes into the future. When terrorists threaten Los Angeles with a nuclear bomb, the government, which knows his ability, must track him down so he can help to stop the threat. We think they’re looking for the wrong guy — this is a job for Jack Bauer.

The Big Lebowski (R)

Everybody’s seen it, and everybody will want to see this cult classic again. “The Dude” is out to get the thugs who peed on his carpet and is mistaken for a millionaire. Then, he and his bowling buddy then have to rescue his “kidnapped” wife.

Lucky You (PG13)

It’s been on ESPN for years. It’s about time the Texas Hold ‘Em trend hit the big screen. Billie Offer (Drew Barrymore), a not-so-talented singer, meets poker player Huck Cheever (Eric Bana). It’s certainly a gamble to see how long it takes for either to get lucky.

Spider-Man 3 (PG13)

With more than $325 million in box-office sales stashed in Spidey’s web, you would think he could wear something other than his depressing black. But with multiple villains attacking from the inside and out, maybe love interest Mary Jane will make him happy. (Photo courtesy Columbia Pictures)

Sweet Land (PG)

A German mail-order bride is ostracized in post-World War I Minnesota when the community discovers she’s a socialist

Palestine Blues (U)

Palestinian-American filmmaker Nida Sinnokrot shares his film about Palestinean farmers who learn that their land will be confiscated in 24 hours by the Israeli Army.

Year of the Dog (PG13)

Molly Shannon plays Peggy, a shy secretary who is obsessed with dogs (especially her beagle named Pencil) in this movie from Mike White, who also directed School of Rock. When Pencil dies, Peggy has to start interacting with other humans. Her friends and family try to help her cheer up, but she misses the uncomplicated world she had with Pencil. In the process, she meets fellow animal-lover Newt (Peter Sarsgaard) and hunting enthusiast Al (John C. Reilly), who lives next door.

28 Weeks Later (R)

Different writer, different director, same story. As citizens return to London, all’s well until they discover that one among them is still infected. Before they know it, the virus is spreading again, and it’s stronger then ever.

Delta Farce (PG13)

Larry the Cable Guy and Bill Engvall, one half of the Blue Collar Comedy quartet, are mistaken for Army Reservists. They end up in Mexico, but they think they are in Iraq. Let’s see how many times Larry can say “git-r-done” in one movie.

Georgia Rule (R)

Surprise! Lindsay Lohan plays a troubled youth who leaves home for the summer to stay with her grandmother Georgia (Jane Fonda), who tries to whip her into shape.

Inland Empire (R)

From director David Lynch (Eraserhead, Mulholland Dr.), Nikki Grace (Laura Dern) is an actress who signs on to star in a new movie with Justin Theroux. When she starts feeling attracted to her costar, she thinks her life is resembling the movie. She begins to look into it and finds out that the movie they are shooting is a remake of Polish movie 47, which never finished shooting because the two lead actors were murdered during its production. When even more bizarre occurrences happen on the set, Grace starts to believe that the film and everyone involved with it is cursed.

Shrek The Third (PG)

Shrek has fought fairy-tale villains from a fire-breathing dragon to an evil fairy godmother. But impending fatherhood is what scares this ogre. Free. (Photo courtesy DreamWorks)

Bug (R)

Someone’s got a bad case of fornication in this horror film starring Ashley Judd and Michael Shannon. Staying in a motel room, the two are convinced their bodies are being attacked by bugs. Maybe they should check out of their motel room and into an insane asylum. This story is bound to make your skin crawl.

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (PG13)

The “Pirates of the Caribbean” is a classic ride at Disney World. After this overhyped franchise, let’s hope they never make a big screen feature of “It’s a Small World.” (Photo courtesy Disney)

Waitress (PG13)

Jenna (Keri Russell) is a small-town, pregnant, unhappy waitress married to a bum in the deep south. However, she finds contentment by making obscurely named pies. One of her original creations is her Bad Baby Pie. We wouldn’t mind trying some of that. Yum!

The Wind that Shakes the Barley (U)

During the Irish fight for independence, Damien (Cillian Murphy) turns down a medical internship to join his brother on the battlefield. He has to make the adjustment from saving lives in medicine to taking them in war.

It Takes People (U)

Fundraiser/sneak preview. From the Ragtag Web site: "Join DJ Espinosa Films, the producers of It Takes People (to Get Things Done), a documentary about a group of poor moms in rural Missouri that dares to exercise democracy as its designers intended. $25. For reservations go to www.ittakespeoplefilm.com or call 445-6188. Reception at 6pm followed by program 6:30-7:30pm."

Knocked Up (R)

A baby is the result of a careless one-night stand. Alison and Ben have to deal with each other, her family and his pot-smoking pals. Sounds like one big, happy family. (Photo courtesy Universal Pictures)

Mr. Brooks (R)

Earl Brooks appears to have a perfect life. The only problem is that his alter ego, Marshall, is a bit of a psychotic serial killer. Well, we all have problems. (Photo courtesy MGM Studios)

Black Book (R)

In this World War II drama, Rachel Steinn, a Jewish woman, is asked to seduce a German commander to get a Dutch resistance leader’s kidnapped son back. (Photo courtesy Sony Pictures Classics)

Surf's Up (PG)

Shia LeBeouf lends his voice to this animated feature that pits penguins from around the world against one another in a surfing contest on Pen Gu Island. (Photo courtesy Sony Pictures)

Ocean's Thirteen (PG13)

The “Brad Pack” is back. This time they face off against a casino owner played by Al Pacino. Guess who wins. (Photo courtesy Warner Bros. Pictures)

Hostel: Part II (R)

Slasher master Eli Roth is back with his second film in the Hostel series. Although loyal horror fans will anxiously occupy the gore-filled theaters and eat all the Junior Mints they want, the queasy might want to pass on the snacks. (Photo courtesy Lion's Gate Films)

After the Wedding (R)

Mads Mikkelsen plays Jacob, a dedicated manager of an orphanage. When Jorgen, a businessman, pledges to donate money to the charity, Jacob has to attend Jorgen’s daughter’s wedding. The daughter is 20, just the number of years ago that Jacob dated Jorgen’s wife. Hm, wonder what that means? (Photo courtesy Zentropa Entertainments)

Air Guitar Nation (R)

Following the fake-instrument playing contestants to the world championship, this documentary, shown at the True/False Film Festival, celebrates what being a rock star is all about. (Photo courtesy Docurama Films)

Into Great Silence (U)

Secluded high in the French Alps, the Carthusian brotherhood enjoys the simple life while quietly contemplating God. It took the monks 16 years to respond to director Philip Gröning’s request to let him in their 17th century monastery. (Photo courtesy Philip Groning)

Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (PG)

Have action movies gone so far that a sparkly man on a surfboard is scary enough to star as the evil enemy? We don’t really care. It’s just another excuse to look at Jessica Alba. (Photo courtesy Twentieth Century Fox)

Nancy Drew (PG)

The young super sleuth gets to work on solving a Hollywood mystery. She’s Julia Roberts’ niece, so it’s no mystery how she got a leading role. (Photo courtesy Warner Bros.)

Ratatouille (G)

Disney/Pixar serves up another adventure. At a kitchen in Paris, a rat cooks up some tasty treats. Très bien! (Photo courtesy Disney Pixar)

1408 (PG13)

Why do characters in scary movies always fail to heed warnings and wind up in exactly the wrong place at the wrong time? They should know better by now. (Photo courtesy Dimension Films)

Evan Almighty (PG)

Reprising his fitting role as God, Morgan Freeman calls upon a new Noah (Steve Carell, a.k.a The 40-Year-Old Virgin). God sure does work in mysterious ways. (Photo courtesy Universal Pictures)

A Mighty Heart (R)

This screen adaptation of Mariane Pearl’s memoir details the events surrounding the kidnapping and murder of her husband, journalist Daniel Pearl. Angelina Jolie stars as the slain reporter’s wife. (Photo courtesy Paramount Vantage)

Chalk (PG13)

This film takes a look inside a most intriguing and frustrating world: teaching.

Away From Her (PG13)

This film is a love story about Grant and Fiona, a couple that have been together 44 years. When Fiona’s memory starts to fail, she and Grant. ... Grant? Wait, who’s Grant? (Photo courtesy Lion Gate Films)

Dark Side of the Rainbow (U)

The Wizard of Oz is presented with Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon. Witness some of the amazing synchronicities between the two at this free event. You don’t have to be stoned to enjoy this one.

The Valet (PG13)

A tycoon and a parking valet enter into an unholy alliance in order to prevent the tycoon’s wife from discovering her husband’s infidelity. (Photo courtesy Sony Picture Classics)

Not in Our Town (U)

It began with the residents of Billlings, Montana, who chose to stand up against hate crimes in their town. Now it is a movement across the nation.

Live Free or Die Hard (PG13)

America’s favorite tough guy is back. So are his guns. Be prepared. (Photo courtesy 20th Century Fox)

Evening (PG13)

A dying mother shares the story of a past love with her daughters. Why does everyone think it’s necessary to spill their guts on their deathbeds? (Photo courtesy Focus Features)

Cheaper by the Dozen 2 (PG)

The Baker clan heads to Wisconsin for a relaxing vacation by the lake. (Photo courtesy 20th Century Fox)

Transformers (PG13)

A fun toy invades Earth and allows Michael Bay to show off his CGI skills. Plus, Shia LaBeouf is in another movie. (Photo courtesy Dreamworks Pictures)

Once (R)

This musical love story is set in Ireland and stars Glen Hansard of The Frames, an Irish pop group. Even though the two characters are from different countries, they can both speak the international language. You know, LOVE. (Photo courtesy Fox Searchlight Pictures)

Zoo (U)

A man who died after having intercourse with a horse was the inspiration for this film, which showed at this year’s True/False Film Festival. Director Robinson Devor used testimonies from the man’s friends and other insiders to recreate his story. We feel bad for the guy. We kinda feel bad for the horse. (Photo courtesy ThinkFilm)

RV (PG)

The Munro family goes on a problem-filled trip to the Rockies in an RV. Forum 8 Cinemas, through Fri. 10:30 a.m. $1 (Photo courtesy Sony Pictures)

License to Wed (PG13)

Ben wants to marry Sadie. Sadie wants to marry Ben. Rev. Frank wants to make sure they’re ready. REALLY ready. (Photo courtesy Warner Bros. Pictures)

Sicko (PG13)

Michael Moore examines the difficulties of health care in America. An advocate of free health care, he gives examples of other countries who have already taken this step.(Photo courtesy The Weinstein Company)

Dr. Bronner's Magic Soapbox (U)

After he escaped from a mental institution, Dr. Bronner, once a master soap maker, invented a formula for a pepperminty cleanser to handle the washing needs of hippies everywhere. This all-natural documentary touches on the comedy and drama in the story of his life. (Photo courtesy Balcony Releasing)

Stephens Film Institute (U)

What happens when students and Hollywood pros work together to make a movie? See the end result of last summer’s two-week workshop for aspiring filmmakers. (Free)

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (PG13)

If you haven’t heard, Harry is a wizard, you are a Muggle, and J.K. Rowling is a billionaire because of it. (COURTESY WARNER BROS.)

Captivity (R)

The life of a model isn’t all glamorous photo shoots and adoring fans. As Jennifer Tree finds out, sometimes it’s also about torture and despair. Go figure. (Photo Courtesy After Dark Films)

Paris, Je 'Taime (R)

This collection of shorts takes viewers to all corners of Paris through the eyes of well-known directors such as Wes Craven and Gus Van Sant. (Photo courtesy First Look)

Paprika (R)

A futuristic plot and trippy visuals headline this Japanese anime-style film. Scientists invent a machine that allows its user to enter another person’s dreams. Sounds like a boon for science until the prototype goes missing. (Photo courtesy Sony Pictures Classics)

I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry (PG13)

Future financial security for his children is no excuse to scam the government. Larry finds this out the hard way. (Photo courtesy Universal Pictures)

Hairspray (PG)

Tracy Turnblad is fat. Her hair is big. Who would have guessed that she can dance? (Photo courtesy

Severance (R)

A group of workers take a trip to the Balkans for a team-building weekend. This British comedy leads to trouble for the employees when they arrive at a lodge containing company secrets. (Photo courtesy Magnolia Pictures)

I Know Who Killed Me (R)

Lindsay Lohan plays a girl who is kidnapped. We can’t decide which is more of a train wreck: this movie or Lohan’s life. (Photo courtesy 360 PICTURES)

The Simpsons Movie (PG13)

If you can’t get enough of Homer’s belching and bungling in 30 minutes, head to the theaters, where he manages to belch and bungle around Springfield for almost two hours. (Photo courtesy 20th Century Fox)

No Reservations (PG)

Comedy, tears and joy run rampant in the kitchen as Kate falls for Nick. Abigail Breslin brings her sunshine to the screen once again.

Who's Your Caddy? (PG13)

Note to Hollywood execs: Golf movies peaked with Caddyshack. (COURTESY DIMENSION FILMS)

Eagle vs. Shark (R)

From the wilds of New Zealand comes this zany comedy about misfit romance. It’s love at first sight for Jarrod and Lily when they meet at a costume party. He’s the eagle, she’s the shark — a perfect pair. Pretty exciting stuff. (Photo COURTESY MIRAMAX FILMS)

La Vie En Rose (PG13)

Edith Piaf’s life is brought to screen in this biopic of the French singer. (COURTESY PICTUREHOUSE)

The Bourne Ultimatum (PG13)

Returning for Bourne’s third installment, Matt Damon has clearly been taking lessons from the independent Jason in going it alone. Sorry, Ben Affleck.

Hot Rod (PG13)

Rod Kimble is a stuntman who has big plans to jump over buses — not for a job but to save his abusive stepfather. Makes sense. (Photo courtesy Paramount Pictures)

Underdog (PG)

Scientists say they are 99 percent sure they accidently gave a dog superpowers. Luckily, the crazy people clinging to the 1 percent are right. The dog isn’t really flying. (Photo courtesy Walt Disney Pictures)

Bratz (PG)

Of all the movies based on a multi-ethnic, bug-eyed group of dolls, this summer '07 film was undoubtedly the best. (Photo courtesy Lions Gate Films)

War Dance (U)

A hit at this year’s True/False Film Festival, this story follows three children from Uganda who have grown up during the country’s civil war. They get the opportunity to dance at the National Music Competition and demonstrate the pride of their people. (Photo courtesy War Dance)

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