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“Man on Wire”
A lyrical, lovely and inspiring film about one man’s dream to achieve the impossible: a tightrope walk between the then-newly constructed World Trade Center towers. This documentary skillfully merges archive footage, interviews and tasteful reenactments.
“The Dark Knight”
Ignore its nerdy trappings. “The Dark Knight” may be the film that finally bridges the gap between comic book fans and all those snobby “Masterpiece Theater” types. Set in a fictionalized Chicago rife with crime and fear, this Batman reboot focuses on figures every bit as tortured and tragically flawed as Greek gods. Together, they must consider the ultimate sacrifice to keep their beloved city safe. Heart-pounding action sequences. A fabulous cast (Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Gary Oldman and Maggie Gyllenhaal, to name just a few). This is easily the best film in a summer.
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“The Fall”
From the director of “The Cell” comes this lush fairytale, as told by a Hollywood stunt man (Lee Pace of “Pushing Daisies”) to a precocious, highly imaginative little girl.
“In Bruges”
A dark, funny and surprisingly sweet-natured flick about two hitmen hiding out in Europe’s most boring city, Bruges, Belgium.
“Persepolis”
Words like “Iran,” “Islam” and “animated” tend to spook some audiences, but don’t let them frighten you.
Told with wit, humor and beautiful black-and-white graphics, this coming-of-age tale offers insight into Iran during the the rise of militant Islam. It’s based on Marjane Satrapi’s excellent autobiography.
“Harold and Kumar Escape From Guantamano Bay”
It’s crude, stupid and laugh-out-loud funny. What more could you ask from the funniest multiracial stoner duo since Cheech and Chong?
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“Speed Racer”
Eyeball-melting color. Jaw-dropping special effects. Brooding leads and anime-pretty love interests. What more could a moviegoer want? With goofy villains, nonstop action and a hilarious kid-and-chimp duo, “Speed Racer” is just plain fun. On video Sept. 16.
“The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian”
More action-packed than “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” and beautifully photographed, “Caspian” ensures the “Narnia” series will continue for years to come. On video in December.
“Iron Man”
Robert Downey Jr. is pitch-perfect as the wisecracking, womanizing industrialist-turned-superhero in this blockbuster. Jaw-dropping special effects and a strong supporting cast make “Iron Man” a great way to start the summer movie season. On video Sept. 30.
“The Incredible Hulk”
You don’t want to make him angry. Edward Norton brings pathos to the Jekyll-and-Hyde paradox that is Dr. Bruce Banner and the Incredible Hulk. Add sharp special effects and some clever inside jokes, and you’ve got a solid superhero flick. On video in October.
“WALL-E”
A cute, courageous robot falls in love and goes on an amazing interstellar journey. Pixar’s best since “Finding Nemo.” (Nov. 18)
