RECENT RELEASES APRIL 30

Spring is a busy time. May is upon us and, with it a new month of great releases. Here are some highlights of recent releases:

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty: Based on a 1939 James Thurber short story about a daydreamer and originally made as a 1947 film starring Danny Kaye. This latest version was both directed by and stars Ben Stiller, who brings his unique comic vision to the story.

Flowers in the Attic: Adapted from the popular V.C. Andrews novel, this film version, starring Heather Graham and Ellen Burstyn is the twisted story of 4 siblings kept in the confines of their cruel Grandmother's attic.

William & Kate: A docudrama featuring the story of the Royal Couple.

The Nut Job: An animated caper for the whole family. When two squirrels are driven out of their familiar surroundings, they cause comedic upheaval involving a bank heist. Will Arnett, Brenden Fraser and Liam Neeson are among the stars portraying the characters.

The Bagman: John Cusack and Robert De Niro star in this crime drama involving the two meeting to exchange a mysterious package, although things don't quite go as planned.

Devil's Due: Horror fans will love this scarefest about a newly married couple dealing with an earlier than pregnancy. As the pregnancy progresses, the mother to be begins to display progressively strange behaviour.

Labor Day: Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin star in this heartwarming romance about strangers who meet under extraordinary circumstances.

The Legend of Hercules: An epic tale of the man before the myth. The story of how Hercules slowly learns of his origins of son of Zeus and learns to harness his demigod powers.

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67 YEARS SINCE ROBINSON BROKE BASEBALL'S COLOUR BARRIER...

In honour of today's 67th anniversary of Jackie Robinson's first game in the Major Leagues, here are a few excellent recent films that document the struggle on the road to Black Equality:

42: The Jackie Robinson Story is an excellent biopic starring Chadwick Boseman and Harrison Ford, available at both stores.

12 Years A Slave: Best Picture winning true story of slave Solomon Northup's struggle to survive and overcome slavery.

The Butler: The true story of Eugene Allen's journey from child of sharecroppers to a 34 year tenure as a White House Butler, where he witnesses, first hand, the evolution of Civil Rights in the U.S.

Mandela: The Long Walk to Freedom is based on Nelson Mandela's autobiography about his early life, education and 27 years as prisoner on Robben Island for traveling without a passport and sabotage.

Who says entertainment can't be educational?

Rent one or all of these great films today!

             SPRING SMORGASBORD OF SUPER RELEASES!

Spring has sprung. It's been a long winter for all of us. I know you are itching to get outside, do some gardening and enjoy some fresh air. After a long day for raking and planting, enjoy an evening relaxing with a refreshing beverage and great movie. Here are some of the highlights for the last couple of weeks:

New chapters of a couple of great fantasy franchises--The Hobbit and The Hunger games are available.

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, the second installment based on the Hunger Games Trilogy, follows Katniss Everdeen, heroine of the Hunger Games tournament in what is billed as a victory tour. Her presence stirs the fires of rebellion, forcing President Snow to take drastic measures. Great action and suspense. Hardcore and casual fans alike will be pleased.

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug continues the Lord of the Rings/Hobbit saga. This absolutely epic production features Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf and the 13 dwarfs continuing to reclaim Erebor. They face their greatest obstacle--the Dragon, Smaug. 

Mandela: The Long Walk to Freedom: An emotional and stirring portrayal of the crusader who single-handedly took on Apartheid in South Africa and became the country's first Democratically elected president.

The Book Thief is an extremely moving story of a girl who transforms the lives of the people around her within the backdrop of Nazi Germany. Based on the best-selling book.

Blockbusters:

The Wolf of Wall Street: Based on a true story of an overambitious stock broker--Martin Scorsese directs an animated Leonardo DiCaprio in this story of sex, power, money and greed. Not for the feint of heart but a must see for cinephiles.

Inside Llewyn Davis: Snubbed by not being nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars, this latest offering--written and directed by the Coen brothers--is a masterpiece of writing and filmmaking. It focuses on a fictional folk singer in Greenwich Village in the 1960's. Great original music and a Dylanesque vibe.

August: Osage County: A heavyweight cast led by Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts, Ewan McGregor, Chris Cooper, Abigail Breslin and Benedict Cumberpatch, drive this story of a family led by a dysfunctional matriarch.

Comedies:

Delivery Man: Vince Vaughn is an underachiever who learns his donations to a sperm bank 20 years earlier has resulted in 533 children. This feel-good movie follows his transformation.

Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues: The cult hero Ron Burgundy is back--along with his posse, featuring Steve Carrell. Ron faces off against a new rival to his title of World's Greatest Anchorman.

Grudge Match: Rocky Balboa VS Rocky Marciano? This comedy pits two old boxing rivals, played by Sylvester Stallone and Robert DeNiro, who come out of retirement to settle the score once and for all and decide who is the greatest. A solid supporting cast including Kevin Hart, Alan Arkin and Kim Basinger make this a fun romp worth seeing. 

Horror: 

 Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones: Critics are calling this the best and scariest of the franchise. It involves a new victim for the ancient evil.

 

Kids and Family:

Frozen: Destined to go down in the annuls as a true Disney classic, Frozen culls all the best elements of great Disney movies: A great soundtrack, a troubled Princess, drama and a hilarious sidekick. This is one both parents and kids will enjoy.

Alpha and Omega 3: The Great Wolf Games: The third full length A and O feature means they're doing something right. This movie features the "Great Wolf Games" where alphas put aside their differences for some friendly competition.

Walking With Dinosaurs: Technology and CGI have reached the point where watching a movie focused on dinosaurs is very enjoyable. a good movie for the whole family.