Universe of Keith Haring

Rated: Not Rated
Runtime: 82 mins
Genre: Education/General Interest
Theatrical Release: Oct 24, 2008 Limited
Starring: Madonna, Yoko Ono, David LaChapelle, Andy Warhol, Ann Magnuson, Fab 5 Freddy, Grace Jones, Junior Vasquez
Director: Christina Clausen

Synopsis
The Universe of Keith Haring by director Christina Clausen is an intimate portrait of world-renowned artist Keith Haring whose mantra was that "Art is for everyone!" The film is a thorough and intimate exploration of the background and... The Universe of Keith Haring by director Christina Clausen is an intimate portrait of world-renowned artist Keith Haring whose mantra was that "Art is for everyone!" The film is a thorough and intimate exploration of the background and career of one of the most popular and significant artists of the 20th century. The film features interviews and archival footage of Fab 5 Freddy, Jeffrey Deitch, Kim Hastreiter, Grace Jones, Madonna, Yoko Ono, David LaChapelle, Kenny Scharf, Carlo McCormick, Andy Warhol, Ann Magnuson, Tony Shafrazi, and Junior Vasquez, among many others. Audio excerpts from original interviews with Keith Haring, were conducted by Haring's biographer John Gruen (Keith Haring: the Authorized Biography). The film's theme song is by the famed DJ and record producer, Junior Vasquez, with an original soundtrack by Angelo Talocci. The film was edited by Silvia Giulietti.

Source: http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/universe_of_keith_haring/

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Memsahib

Runtime: 1 hr 41 mins
Genre: Dramas
Theatrical Release: Oct 27, 2008 Limited
Starring: Emily Hamilton, Parvin Dabas, Glenn Fitzgerald, Sweta Keswani, Murli Sharma
Director: Kruti Majmudar

Synopsis
India 1851: Strong-willed schoolteacher Grace Roberts begins married life with philanthropist king Raja Jai Rathod. Fiercely devoted to their work and to each other, they embark on a journey to unite their people and ideals. She... India 1851: Strong-willed schoolteacher Grace Roberts begins married life with philanthropist king Raja Jai Rathod. Fiercely devoted to their work and to each other, they embark on a journey to unite their people and ideals. She teaches local girls at the town well while Jai is suspected of being overly sympathetic to the growing British presence in India, the very presence Grace mistrusts. But no amount of love can prevent culture, politics and destiny from tragically separating The Memsahib and her husband.... Until Asha Randall, a jaded divorcee, happens upon that same palace in 2005. Here, in its ghostly walls, lie the keys to the mysteries of the past and shocking lessons for Asha about the resiliency of love, destiny and her very own future.

Source: http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/memsahib/

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Haunting of Molly Hartley

Rated: PG-13 for strong thematic material, violence and terror, brief strong language and some teen drinking
Genre: Horror/Suspense
Theatrical Release: Oct 31, 2008 Wide
Starring: Chace Crawford, Annalynne McCord, Haley Bennett, Shannon Woodward, Shanna Collins, Ron Canada, Jake Weber
Director: Mickey Liddell

Synopsis
Most girls can't wait for their 18th birthday, but not Molly Hartley (Haley Bennett, THE RICHES). As the day approaches, danger begins to mount for the teen, and a secret from her past might be the key to the horror in her present. THE HAUNTING... Most girls can't wait for their 18th birthday, but not Molly Hartley (Haley Bennett, THE RICHES). As the day approaches, danger begins to mount for the teen, and a secret from her past might be the key to the horror in her present. THE HAUNTING OF MOLLY HARTLEY also stars GOSSIP GIRLS favorite Chace Crawford.

Source: http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/haunting_of_molly_hartley/

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RocknRolla (2008)

Rated: R for pervasive language, violence, drug use and brief sexuality
Runtime: 1 hr 54 mins
Genre: Action/Adventure
Starring: Gerard Butler, Thandie Newton, Jeremy Piven, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, Tom Wilkinson, Mark Strong, Idris Elba, Tom Hardy, Toby Kebbell
Director: Guy Ritchie

Synopsis
Guy Ritchie returns to form with this cockney crime caper starring Gerard Butler and Tom Wilkinson. Lenny Cole (Wilkinson) is a bungling London crime boss who calls the shots in London's underworld. We learn all about Lenny from Archie... Guy Ritchie returns to form with this cockney crime caper starring Gerard Butler and Tom Wilkinson. Lenny Cole (Wilkinson) is a bungling London crime boss who calls the shots in London's underworld. We learn all about Lenny from Archie (Mark Strong)--his second in command--who serves as the film's sly narrator. When a wealthy Russian property dealer by the name of Uri (Karel Roden) looks to Lenny for help on a major new deal, Lenny is eager to assist (for a very large fee, of course). Uri agrees to pay, and as a show of faith, he insists that Lenny borrow his "lucky painting." Uri then asks his accountant, Stella (Thandie Newton), to transfer the money to Lenny, but things quickly go awry when two crooks known as Mumbles (Idris Elba) and One Two (Butler) intercept the money before it reaches him. To make matters worse, the lucky painting has mysteriously been stolen, and the number one suspect is a crack-addicted pop star, Johnny Quid, who is presumed dead. Violent hijinks ensue as Lenny desperately tries to locate the painting, Uri calls in some sadistic thugs to recover his money, and Johnny Quid suddenly resurfaces. Men are battered with golf clubs, fed to crawfish, and attacked with machetes, and a surprise twist ending neatly ties up the whole bloody mess. Fans of Ritchie will likely be very pleased to see him return to his SNATCH-style of filmmaking. ROCKNROLLA has the same frenetic, humorous edge as the film that made him famous, though critics might complain that this particular style is starting to look a little dusty. Regardless, ROCKNROLLA features many fine performances, and once you get past the rather slow beginning, it kicks off into an entertaining and amusing romp.

Source: http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/rocknrolla/

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Splinter

Rated: R
Runtime: N/A
Release Date: Oct 31, 2008 (Limited)
Starring: Shea Whigham, Paulo Costanzo, Jill Wagner
Director: Toby Wilkins

Synopsis
A young couple retreats to the wilderness for a romantic camping weekend, but their idyll is shattered when they are car-jacked by an escaped convict and his girlfriend on the run from the police. As the foursome travel the back roads... A young couple retreats to the wilderness for a romantic camping weekend, but their idyll is shattered when they are car-jacked by an escaped convict and his girlfriend on the run from the police.

As the foursome travel the back roads together, each plotting their next move, they find themselves in deeper trouble than any of them could have imagined -- a blood-crazed, parasitic creature that absorbs the corpses of its victims has laid claim to the woods, and the two couples are now in its sights.

Finding shelter at an abandoned gas station, they must use their wits and every weapon at their disposal to stave off the onslaught, not only from the insatiable creature, but also each other....

The feature film debut from award-winning British horror director Toby Wilkins, Splinter is an exhilarating ride of jolts and laughs, and a throw back to the classic creature features of the early 70s and 80s.

Source: http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/10010329-splinter/

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The Express (2008)

Rated: PG for thematic content, violence and language involving racism, and for brief sensuality
Genre: Dramas
Theatrical Release: Oct 10, 2008 Wide
Box Office: $4,562,675
Starring: Dennis Quaid, Omar Benson Miller, Rob Brown, Clancy Brown, Charles S. Dutton, Darrin Dewitt Henson, Nelsan Ellis
Director: Gary Fleder

Synopsis
This inspirational sports drama tackles the true story of Ernie Davis (Rob Brown, TAKE THE LEAD). The first black football player to win the coveted Heisman, Davis faced obstacles both on and off the field. Dennis Quaid costars as Syracuse... This inspirational sports drama tackles the true story of Ernie Davis (Rob Brown, TAKE THE LEAD). The first black football player to win the coveted Heisman, Davis faced obstacles both on and off the field. Dennis Quaid costars as Syracuse Orangemen coach Ben Schwartzwalder.

Source: http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1185801-the_express/

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Body of Lies

Rated: R for strong violence including some torture, and for language throughout
Genre: Dramas
Theatrical Release: Oct 10, 2008 Wide
Box Office: $12,884,416
Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Russell Crowe, Mark Strong, Golshifteh Farahani, Oscar Isaac, Simon McBurney
Director: Ridley Scott

Synopsis
Based on Washington Post columnist David Ignatius’ 2007 novel about a CIA operative, Roger Ferris (Leonardo DiCaprio), who uncovers a lead on a major terrorist leader suspected to be operating out of Jordan. When Ferris devises a plan to... Based on Washington Post columnist David Ignatius’ 2007 novel about a CIA operative, Roger Ferris (Leonardo DiCaprio), who uncovers a lead on a major terrorist leader suspected to be operating out of Jordan. When Ferris devises a plan to infiltrate his network, he must first win the backing of cunning CIA veteran Ed Hoffman (Russell Crowe) and the collegial, but perhaps suspect, head of Jordanian intelligence. Although ostensibly his allies, Ferris questions how far he can really trust these men without putting his entire operation – and his life – on the line.

Source: http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/10009225-body_of_lies/

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