Pass the popcorn and get ready for summer movies

Published May 20, 2010 at 1:08 p.m.


It may be a tad early for a sunburn in these parts, but the summer movie season already is in full swing. The release of "Iron Man 2" and "Robin Hood" got things off to a strong start and things continue with "Shrek Forever After," "Sex and the City 2" and a slew of other new releases on the horizon.

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Why I'm really, really mad at Rob Reiner

Published May 17, 2010 at 1:18 a.m.


Rob Reiner is a talented actor and director, and -- by all reports -- a funny guy. He's done a lot of great work over the years. I'm a fan. And, today I'm mad at him.

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No need to run to "The Runaways"

Published April 14, 2010 at 8:13 a.m.


When "The Runaways" finally made its way to Milwaukee last Friday -- it's on the main screen at The Oriental Theater -- needless to say I was extremely stoked. Too bad it didn't live up to expectations.

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Local filmmakers delve "Into The Pit" with Deadpit.com documentary

Published April 3, 2010 at 9:03 a.m.


For real horror film fans, Deadpit Radio, an Internet radio show, as been the ultimate authority on the genre since launching in 2005, and its hosts, "Uncle Bill" and "The Creepy Kentuckian," have, for the most part, been as mysterious as they've been influential to the film industry.

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Is "Alice in Wonderland" your kid's cup of tea?

Published March 24, 2010 at 3:03 p.m.


The new "Alice in Wonderland" film is most likely appropriate for kids who are at least 6 years old. Younger children -- as well as very sensitive older kids -- might be afraid of a few scenes. But don't take my word for it. Here's a list of film facts that might help you decide whether or not "Alice" is a good fit for your lil' rabbit.

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"How To Train Your Dragon" will fire up your kids

Published March 25, 2010 at 1:01 p.m.


The PG-rated "How To Train Your Dragon" opens Friday, March 26. Last weekend, my 6-year-old son and I saw a sneak peak of Dreamworks' latest offering, and here's what we thought of it.

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Milwaukee Film's Winter Edition starts Friday

Published March 10, 2010 at 1:04 p.m.


For the first time since its inception in 2008, Milwaukee Film is hosting a smaller, mini festival as a complement to its annual event each fall. The Winter Edition, held March 12-18 at the Marcus North Shore Cinema, features nine critically acclaimed films that will be shown multiple times throughout the week.

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Tosa East grad stars in Milwaukee film premiere

Published March 5, 2010 at 10:53 a.m.


When the film "Drivers Ed Mutiny" makes its Milwaukee premiere at The Times Cinema on Thursday, March 11, it will feature 2005 Wauwatosa East graduate Hunter Johnson.

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Take me out to the ... sofa

Published Feb. 25, 2010 at 2:16 p.m.


The action has started at Maryvale Baseball Park, but opening day is still weeks away. Pop in a baseball movie to get your fix.

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Milwaukee Film launches "Winter Edition" of festival

Published Jan. 28, 2010 at 11:36 a.m.


"Milwaukee Film Festival -- Winter Edition" will be miniature version of the larger fest with nine films shown during the week of March 12-18 at Marcus North Shore Theaters, 17000 N. Port Washington Rd.

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