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3-D restoration of ‘Comin’ at Ya!’ falls short

Alex Williams February 24, 2012

When “Comin’ at Ya!” was released back in 1981, its 3D presentation probably left something to be desired. It only makes sense that early 3D films would be restored, thanks to modern...

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Why I’m Not Watching the Oscars This Year (And Why You Shouldn’t Either)

Alex Williams February 24, 2012

Do I hate the Oscars? No. Since 1999, the year that “The Iron Giant,” “Toy Story 2” and “The Sixth Sense” cemented my fate as a film fan for life, I’ve been watching...

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Creator Jody Hill’s crass characters settle in for the final season of ‘Eastbound & Down’

Alex Williams February 20, 2012

The work of “Eastbound & Down” creator Jody Hill definitely has thematic consistency, always focusing on a repulsively crass and arrogant man whose only response to losing control of his...

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“Bullhead” intrigues with interweaving plots, compelling main character

Alex Williams February 17, 2012

When “Bullhead” premiered at Fantastic Fest in September, Oscar buzz at the festival revolved around Tilda Swinton in “We Need to Talk About Kevin” and Michael Shannon in “Take...

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“Pants” tailored to fit generation in mid-20s

Diego Vega February 16, 2012

It is difficult to dismiss a show like “I Just Want My Pants Back,” but it is even harder to praise it. The show, which premiered on MTV Feb. 2, is an ensemble comedy revolving around the lives...

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Jolie hopes her film draws notice to Syria

The Associated Press February 16, 2012

SARAJEVO, Bosnia-Herzegovina — Angelina Jolie on Tuesday premiered her film “In the Land of Blood and Honey” in Bosnia, where the fictional tale of a romance between a Bosnian Serb man...

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McG’s most recent spy movie disappoints despite potential

Alex Williams February 14, 2012

There’s lots of potential for “This Means War” to be a great time at the theaters. Director McG knows his way around a fluffy, paper-thin storyline, having cut his teeth on the short-lived...

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“Journey 2” should be left to the feeble minded

Alex Williams February 10, 2012

Odds are it’s not easy to find tons of college-aged fans ­— or fans over five years old — of 2008’s “Journey to the Center of the Earth.” Even so, producers have...

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UT alumni create Sundance worthy film

Diego Vega February 10, 2012

Acceptance into the Sundance film festival is both mystical and a grim reality check. At least, that’s how radio-television-fim lecturer Kat Candler feels about her short film’s appearance...

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“Safe House” provides good leads, predictable plot

Alex Williams February 10, 2012

“Safe House” stars Denzel Washington and Ryan Reynolds, who are both at odd places in their careers. Washington is in the middle of a Liam Neeson-style career reinvention, lending the charm...

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“Billion Dollar Movie” is a bizarre movie for a bizarre audience

Karin Samelson February 8, 2012

If you’ve ever taken the time to watch “Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!,” a comedy sketch show featured on Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim, then you are familiar with the bizarre...

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“Chronicle” redefines superheroes

Alex Williams February 3, 2012

There’s no denying that the found-footage genre is beginning to wear thin. When the genre was getting off the ground, many of the best horror films of their respective years were heralded as examples,...

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