DVD Releases for February 9, 2010
Posted on Feb 09, 2010 @ 01:53PM - Add a comment
A Serious Man (R)
The Coen brothers take their dark humor to fresh turf with the story of one man’s quest to become a serious man. When a physics professor sees his life unraveling (his wife is ditching him, his deadbeat brother won’t get off his couch -- and that’s just for starters), he consults three rabbis for help. Their answers are far from straightforward, and propel him to explore faith, bad behavior, death and life. (Michael Stuhlbarg [Larry Gopnik], Sari Lennick [Judith Gopnik])
Movie Review: When In Rome
Couples Retreat (PG-13)
Four couples head for a tropical couples’ retreat for a little R’n’R to support one pair’s plans to repair their marriage. When they arrive in paradise, however, they learn that couples’ therapy isn’t optional in this so-called Eden -- and all of their relationships could use a little help. (Vince Vaughn [Dave], Jason Bateman [Jason], Malin Akerman [Ronnie], Kristen Bell [Cynthia])
Good Hair (PG-13)
Chris Rock sets out to explore the culture and and connotations of African-American hairstyles. The comedian -- who also co-wrote and co-produced the film -- consults a range of celebs, intellectuals and everyday folk alike, from Maya Angelou to Sandra “Pepa” Denton, and KRS-One to Al Sharpton. (Chris Rock [Himself])
I Hate Valentine’s Day (PG-13)
A happy-go-lucky florist never faces rejection from men thanks to her strict, five-date limit, which ensures maximum romance with minimum fallout. Her built-in heart-shield, however, starts to crack when she meets a sexy new restauranteur who might just be worth risking dating number six. (Nia Vardalos [Genevieve Gernier], John Corbett [Greg Gatlin])
DVD Review: Hurt Locker
The Time Traveler’s Wife (PG-13)
Can the greatest love survive any strain? Clare Abshire has known she was destined to be with Henry DeTamble since she was a little girl. But when he magically reappears in their romance begins, she must face the constant pain of separation due to his inconvenient, involuntary time travel. (Rachel McAdams [Clare Abshire], Eric Bana [Henry DeTamble]
WEEKEND BOX OFFICE: Everybody Signed Up For Couples Retreat
Posted on Oct 11, 2009 @ 11:46AM - 1 comment
Couples Retreat won big at the box office this weekend despite generally weak reviews. Vince Vaughn co-wrote, produced and starred in the comedy, with Malin Akerman as his wife. It brought in an estimated $35.3 million in ticket sales.
Last weekend's winner, Zombieland, came in second, with $15 million. Now in its fourth week, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballsremains a family favorite. It finished third and added another $12 million to its tally. Toy Story/Toy Story 2 (3D) came in fourth earning $7.6 million. Paranormal Activity finished fifth with $7 million.
The rest of the top 10 were: Surrogates - $4.1 million; The Invention of Lying - $3.4 million; Whip It! - $2.8 million; Capitalism: A Love Story - $2.7 million, and Fame - $2.5 million.
Style Radar: Couples Retreat Premiere
Posted on Oct 06, 2009 @ 11:20AM - Add a comment
The look was easy and breezy at the Los Angeles premiere of Couples Retreat! Though it was a brisk autumn evening, stars took a fashion vacation, dressed for the tropics in light and bright colors. The movie, which opens Friday, has a star studded cast which includes Malin Ackerman, Kristen Bell, Kristin Davis, John Favreau, Jason Bateman, Faizon Love, and Kali Hawk, all of who looked smashing on the carpet.
While Malin Ackerman was pretty in pastel and Kristen Bell shone in silver and blue, Dwight Yoakam added a western flair to his red carpet duds. What did everyone else wear? Check it out in photos!
Style Radar: Couples Retreat Premiere
Posted on Oct 06, 2009 @ 09:35AM - Add a comment
Style Radar: Couples Retreat Premiere
Couples Retreat: Expert Advice
Posted on Oct 05, 2009 @ 09:00AM - 1 comment
The new film Couples Retreat is in theaters this Friday. It centers on four couples who take a vacation to a tropical island paradise. One of the couples is there to work on their struggling marriage, but soon the others discover that the island’s therapy sessions are anything but optional.
Starring A-listers Vince Vaughn, Jon Favreau, Kristin Davis and Jason Bateman, the group embarks on a crazy journey of self-discovery which brings a new slew of problems than the ones they had before.
