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Volume 72, Issue 58,
Thursday, November 9, 2006
Life & Arts Certain stars may need intervention by ROBYN MORROW
While some stars can't stay away from the silver screen, some can't stay away from the drink. In this week's slate of new releases, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Christian Bale do their best to stay in the limelight while Russell Crowe does his best to get a hold of some wine. Add a touch of Will Ferrell, and you've got yourself a party. Gellar just can't get away from the supernatural -- or the silver screen for that matter. With The Grudge 2 still in theaters, Gellar adds another horror film to her résumé with The Return. Gellar plays Joanna Mills, a young Midwesterner who suffers from horrifying supernatural visions. In one vision, Joanna witnesses the murder of a young mystery woman. As if envisioning a murder weren't terrifying enough, it seems as though the killer has made Joanna his next victim. Guided by a selection of nightmares, Joanna journeys to the young woman's hometown only to discover secrets she wished could stay buried. If only Buffy were there to save her. If supernatural visions and imaginary murders aren't strange enough to quench the thirst for all things odd, check out Ferrell's new film Stranger Than Fiction. Ferrell plays IRS agent Harold Crick, who can't seem to get a certain woman out of his head. Novelist Karen Eiffel (Emma Thompson) is working on her latest novel, a story about none other than Harold, and can't seem to figure out how to kill him off. Little does she know Harold can hear every word she writes. Harold must figure out a way to take control of his life and prevent his imminent demise. Seeking help from literary theorist Jules Hilbert, Harold tries to turn this tragedy into a comedy. Jules' suggestions lead Harold to pursue a romance with a free-spirited baker. Unfortunately, Karen has a knack for killing her characters at the moments they have the most to live for. Gellar isn't the only one being haunted. In his new film, Harsh Times, released only weeks after the magical The Prestige, Bale finds himself haunted by memories of his time as an Army Ranger. Bale plays Jim Davis, who was recently discharged from the military. While attempting to gain a position with the Los Angeles Police Department, Jim creates a little mischief with his best friend Mike (Freddy Rodriguez). Mike and Jim are soon at it again, slipping back into a life of drugs, violence and crime. LAPD might not appreciate that kind of behavior in a new recruit. For those trying to escape the violence and horror that seems so prevalent in films, check out Russell Crowe's latest endeavor, A Good Year. Crowe plays London-based investment expert Max Skinner, who inherits a vineyard in Provence from his late uncle. After being suspended from his job under suspicion of fraud, Max travels to Provence to find a little peace of mind. Enter a young California girl (Abbie Cornish) who claims she is the illegitimate daughter of Max's uncle and rightfully owns the vineyard. It seems as though Crowe just can't stay away from alcohol. Last week's chart-toppers are in line to continue
their success as well. Borat!: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit
Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan pulled in $26.5 million with a crass look
at America's view of foreigners. The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause
grossed $19.5 million, and people should continue to go see it for their
Tim Allen fix because Home Improvement: The New Class won't be airing anytime
soon. And Flushed Away came in third last weekend, getting snot-nosed kids
and their parents to shell out $18.8 million. Look for the kiddies to continue
whining until they get to see the movie.
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