Opens Friday, Sep 6, 2013 Synopsis: The Weinstein Co. presents this documentary on reclusive author J.D. Salinger, featuring interviews with colleagues and actors that include Philip Seymour Hoffman, Martin Sheen, and Robert Towne. ~ Jeremy Wheeler, Rovi Cast: Philip Seymour Hoffman, Edward Norton, John Cusack, Danny DeVito, John Guare Movie Details
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Opens Wednesday, Jun 12, 2013 Synopsis: Seth Rogen and Jay Baruchel star as themselves along with Danny McBride, Jonah Hill, and Craig Robinson in this end-of-days comedy that finds the actors hiding out with James Franco in his apartment as the apocalypse decimates L.A. outside. Featuring cameos by Jason Segel and Emma Watson, the Sony Pictures film features the directing debuts of Rogen and frequent collaborator Evan Goldberg. ~ Jeremy Wheeler, Rovi Cast: James Franco, Jonah Hill, Seth Rogen, Jay Baruchel, Danny McBride, Craig Robinson, Michael Cera, Emma Watson Movie Details Play Trailer
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Opens Friday, Oct 18, 2013 Synopsis: Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt makes his feature directorial debut with this funny yet earnest psychological drama about a womanizer named Jon Martello (Gordon-Levitt) who earns the nickname "Don Jon" for his ability to charm beautiful women, but remains unable to forge a meaningful connection with the opposite sex due to his all-consuming internet porn addiction. Meanwhile, as Jon struggles to free himself from the realm of virtual debauchery, he connects with two disparate women (Scarlett Johansson and Julianne Moore) who teach him the true value of intimacy. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi Cast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore, Tony Danza, Brie Larson Movie Details Play Trailer
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Opens Friday, Jun 14, 2013 Synopsis: Superman flies back onto the big screen in this Warner Bros./Legendary Pictures production directed by Zack Snyder (Watchmen), produced by Christopher Nolan (The Dark Knight), and featuring a screenplay by David Goyer (Blade, The Dark Knight). Born on the alien planet of Krypton, Kal-El is sent by his parents to live on planet Earth, where he is given the name Clark by kindly farmer Jonathan Kent (Kevin Costner) and his wife, Martha (Diane Lane), who raise him as if he were their own son. As a young boy,Clark displays incredible superpowers that instill him with a profound sense of personal responsibility. Later, the amiable Clark (Henry Cavill) becomes a reporter for the Metropolis newspaper "The Daily Planet," and strikes up a friendship with crackerjack journalist Lois Lane (Amy Adams). But when his new world is attacked by a force that humans are powerless to defend themselves against, Clark assumes the identity of Superman and fights to protect the entire human race. Academy Award-nominated actor Michael Shannon (Revolutionary Road, Boardwalk Empire) co-stars as General Zod and Laurence Fishburne steps into the role of "Daily Planet" editor-in-chief Perry White. Russell Crowe and Christopher Meloni co-star. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi Cast: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Russell Crowe, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane Movie Details Play Trailer
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...ending. Summary of what I observed from watching "The Primrose Path" at The Guthrie Theater, and from the discussion with the actors after the show. Music is a central theme of "The Primrose Path," a new play by Crispin Whittell. The composer, Wayne Barker...
Opens Wednesday, May 22, 2013 Synopsis: An actor spends time in a retirement home in order to prepare for a role playing an elderly person. When the residents play a series of elaborate practical jokes on him, he enlists the help of some celebrity friends to get revenge. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi Cast: Tim Allen, J.K. Simmons, Basil Hoffman Movie Details Play Trailer
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...particularly it's title number, are the talk of the town (state, and every stop along the tour). Imagine, the gorgeous actors singing and tap-dancing to this classic song to a packed house night after night and receiving thunderous applause. They...
...company comprised of deaf and hearing actors, will present "The Ugly Duckling...same character spoken by a hearing actor. Hearing actors with wireless microphones supply...was founded in 1975 by one deaf actor, Brian Kilpatrick, and one hearing...
...Theatre at Central Lakes College, and it is an excellent production. Director Gary Hirsch brings out the best of the four actors who perform in this show. I can't imagine anyone else playing these rolls. Laura Busch is Amanda in her voice and mannerisms...
...Thursday until the opening performance. Lead actors will need to attend every rehearsal; supporting actors are required to attend when their characters...anger and resentment. Strong and versatile actor who can carry a play and memorize lots of...
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