Finally, a post-apocalyptic utopia movie for the entire family. "City of Ember" is a weird little hybrid of socialist manifesto and wholesome sci-fi adventure, which ought to make it a tough sell, despite its strong cast and the backing of Tom Hanks' production company, Playtone. ...more

October 12, 2008

Those ruby-red lips puffing away at a delicately hand-rolled cigarette, those shoulder blades jutting like weapons from a knockout of a backless, emerald-green gown - Keira Knightley would seem to be starring in an elegant period drama, one that's predictably and self-consciously reserved. ...more

January 3, 2008

OPENING Atonement ***½ A girl changes the course of several lives when she accuses her older sister's lover of a crime he didn't commit. Keira Knightley, James McAvoy, Vanessa Redgrave, Saoirse Ronan and Romola Garai star in this sweeping, historical romance. Review, Page 4. 123 minutes (R; disturbing war images, profanity, sexuality) ...more

January 2, 2008