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Review: Efron is all grown up in 'The Lucky One'
“The Lucky One” is yet another adaptation of a Nicholas Sparks novel, so you know exactly what you’re getting walking into this thing. It’s predictable and schmaltzy and sappy and smothered with voiceover that explains the film’s already none-too-subtle themes …
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Film trailer: 'The Three Stooges'
AFP Relax News – Thu, Mar 22, 2012 The second trailer for The Three Stooges was released March 21 featuring Sofia Vergara (Modern Family) in a remake of the comedy short films from the 1930s-50s. The vaudeville act, known for its broad …
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Jennifer Lawrence: 'The Hunger Games' Premiere Was 'Humbling & Incredible'
Jennifer Lawrence walked the red carpet on Monday night at one of the year’s most highly anticipated and exciting movie events, something not lost on the 21-year-old. “Why is there so much screaming?” a beautiful Jennifer, wearing a glimmering golden …
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Rep: Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino Not In Rehab; 'Jersey Shore' Star Getting 'Rest'
Despite reports that “Jersey Shore” star Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino has checked into rehab, a rep for the reality star tells Access Hollywood otherwise. “Michael Sorrentino (‘The Situation’) has spent the past several weeks at an undisclosed location for much …
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5 reasons why 21 Jump Street is 'the best comedy of the year'
It’s only March, but smitten critics doubt that any 2012 film will top the laughs offered by Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill Calling 21 Jump Street “the best comedy of the year” may seem as premature as it is surprising. And …
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'Bachelor' finale cuts into 'The Voice' but NBC wins night
LOS ANGELES (TheWrap.com) – While “The Voice” remained Monday night’s top-rated program and pushed NBC to an overall victory, the season finale of “The Bachelor” stole a little bit of its heat. Meanwhile, Fox’s new offering “Alcatraz” and NBC’s musical …
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'The Lorax' Is the Hottest Movie to Hate
The people who made The Lorax are probably in need of a hug right now. The New York Times’ A.O. Scott issued a wonderfully scathing diatribe against it on Thursday, with the New York Post’s Kyle Smith following up today with a cringeworthy …
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'The Voice' recap: The Lovers, the Dreamers, and Me
Okay, quick: who’s your favorite coach on The Voice? Your answer tells as much about you as it might to reveal your favorite Beatle. Blake’s the heart of the whole operation. (Sharing his sarsaparilla with that poor mustache guy who …
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Movie review: 'The Secret World of Arrietty' is impeccable and pure
“Wonder” is the watchword in “The Secret World of Arrietty.” Set in an enchanting locale where the potential for magic is everywhere, this impeccable animated film puts its complete trust in the spirit of make-believe. Beautiful, gentle and pure — …
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'The Secret World of Arrietty': a borrowed and beautiful anime tale
MOVIE REVIEW The brilliant anime filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki has written and directed a number of dazzling stories about children uncovering hidden, fantastic worlds, including “My Neighbor Totoro,” “Spirited Away” and “Ponyo.” Against backdrops ranging from pastoral to densely urban to …
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