http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/index.html en-us Copyright 2012 The Seattle Times Company Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:01:00 PST Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:01:00 PST MattBase 1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017470969_apuskodakbankruptcyoscarsvenue.html?syndication=rss The owner of Hollywood's Kodak Theatre is challenging bankrupt Eastman Kodak Co.'s effort to end its sponsorship agreement and have the company's name removed from the Academy Awards venue. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017470969_apuskodakbankruptcyoscarsvenue.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:49:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469156_mr10loosies.html?syndication=rss A movie review of "Loosies," an amorphous, laugh-flecked drama about a New York City pickpocket played by Peter Facinelli (Dr. Carlisle Cullen of the "Twilight" series). Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469156_mr10loosies.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017470090_apusfilmanimalactors.html?syndication=rss The Oscars aren't until Feb. 26, but winners of the Pawscars are already celebrating. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017470090_apusfilmanimalactors.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017469714_what_should_jean_dujardin_do_n.html?syndication=rss After "The Artist," what would be the best career move for him? Popcorn & Prejudice: A Movie Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017469714_what_should_jean_dujardin_do_n.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469158_mr10crazy.html?syndication=rss A movie review of "Crazy Horse," a documentary by Frederick Wiseman that takes a fascinating behind-the-scenes view of the legendary cabaret. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469158_mr10crazy.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:01:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469146_mr10oscarshorts.html?syndication=rss A review of "Oscar-Nominated Short Films, 2012," featuring all five animated nominees (79 minutes total) and all five live-action shorts (107 minutes). The annual pre-Oscar showcase, playing at the Varsity, is highlighted by a brilliantly animated celebration of books, and a short, punchy comedy from Ireland. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469146_mr10oscarshorts.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469160_oscartrivia10.html?syndication=rss Last week, I asked which current nominee has been nominated, over the years, in five different categories. That would be the very busy Kenneth... Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469160_oscartrivia10.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:01:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469157_atatheater10.html?syndication=rss Playing in Seattle-area theaters this week: "Star Wars: Episode 1 — The Phantom Menace" in 3-D, "Soul Train: The Hippest Trip in America," "Muhammad Ali: The Long-Lost Movie," Looney Tunes Cartoon Festival and more. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469157_atatheater10.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:01:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469155_mr10dont.html?syndication=rss "We Can't Go Home Again," a new, digitally restored version of the 1976 docudrama by director Nicholas Ray about a student project he designed at State University of New York, is playing at Northwest Film Forum along with his widow Susan Ray's "Don't Expect Too Much," an entertaining 2011 documentary about the making of "We Can't Go Home Again." Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469155_mr10dont.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:01:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469152_mr10we.html?syndication=rss "W.E.," directed by Madonna and starring Abbie Cornish, Andrea Riseborough and James D'Arcy, is fascinating, says Seattle Times movie critic Moira Macdonald, at least from the standpoint of style. It's hard to take your eyes off the clothes and jewelry worn by Wallis Simpson and the man who abdicated the English throne for her, King Edward VIII. But the movie is a silly, illogical mess. It's playing at Seattle's Seven Gables. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469152_mr10we.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:01:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469147_mr10pina.html?syndication=rss "Pina," an Oscar-nominated documentary about choreographer Pina Bausch, directed by Wim Wenders, is a loving, beautiful tribute to a brilliant artist. It's playing at Seattle's Cinerama. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017469147_mr10pina.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017448785_mr10journey.html?syndication=rss A movie review of "Journey 2: The Mysterious Island," the mediocre follow-up to 2008's "Journey to the Center of the Earth." It finds returning star Josh Hutcherson playing a kid searching for his missing grandfather (Michael Caine) and in the brawny company of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017448785_mr10journey.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017465422_mr10vow.html?syndication=rss "The Vow," playing at several Seattle theaters, is a gooey, half-baked love story directed by Michael Sucsy and starring Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum, says Seattle Times movie critic Moira Mcdonald. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017465422_mr10vow.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017465390_naomi_watts_to_play_princess_d.html?syndication=rss Been wondering about this one: Today comes the announcement that Naomi Watts, last seen in "J. Edgar," will play Diana, Princess of Wales in "Caught in Flight," a drama about the last two years of the princess's life. Oliver Hirschbiegel ("Downfall") will direct the film, which begins production later this year. No word on who will play Prince Charles. Popcorn & Prejudice: A Movie Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017465390_naomi_watts_to_play_princess_d.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017464997_apeubritainnaomiwatts.html?syndication=rss Producers say Naomi Watts will play Princess Diana in a film about the last years of the royal's life. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017464997_apeubritainnaomiwatts.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017455397_mr10safe.html?syndication=rss A movie review of "Safe House," a spy thriller packed with characters, scenes and situations that seem cloned from the blockbuster "Bourne" movies. What it has that the "Bournes" don't is fun-to-watch Denzel Washington. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017455397_mr10safe.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017464857_apeuberlinfilmfestival.html?syndication=rss A costume drama set during the French revolution and starring Diane Kruger as Marie Antoinette kicked off the annual Berlin film festival Thursday - the first of the year's major European film festivals. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017464857_apeuberlinfilmfestival.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:18:01 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017461207_apeubritainelizabethtaylor.html?syndication=rss Paintings, jewelry and fashions belonging to the late Elizabeth Taylor have sold for more than $183 million, with all of the more than 1,800 items on offer snapped up, Christie's auction house said Thursday. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017461207_apeubritainelizabethtaylor.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017461161_apeuberlinfilmfestival.html?syndication=rss The annual Berlin film festival is opening with a costume drama set at the beginning of the French revolution - the first of 18 movies competing at the event. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017461161_apeuberlinfilmfestival.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017455536_apuspeoplearnoldschwarzenegger.html?syndication=rss It's an action superstar reunion: Arnold Schwarzenegger is joining Sylvester Stallone for the thriller "The Tomb." Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017455536_apuspeoplearnoldschwarzenegger.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017455211_those_pesky_star_ratings.html?syndication=rss Last week, a reader emailed me to ask about star ratings -- he was curious about criteria for the middle ratings, whether I ever gave a movie zero stars, and if I would give examples for each rating. Glad to oblige! I'll admit I'm not crazy about giving star ratings, but appreciate that they are customary. It's frustrating, though, that a two-and-a-half star rating can mean a movie that's kind of OK but utterly unambitious, or a movie that's both amazing and terrible at the same time. And I also recognize that star ratings are entirely subjective; a four-star experience for me might not be the same for you, and vice versa. For me, a three-star movie isn't necessarily "better" than a two-and-a-half star movie; but it did a better job of doing what it sets out to do -- in other words, I'm rating the movie not against other movies, but against itself. Does that make sense? Anyway, here are the eight possible ratings, with a few thoughts: Popcorn & Prejudice: A Movie Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017455211_those_pesky_star_ratings.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017455024_apuspeoplegarybusey.html?syndication=rss Court records show Gary Busey has filed for bankruptcy and is listing more than $500,000 in estimated personal debts. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017455024_apuspeoplegarybusey.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017454720_apuscomcastuniversallorax.html?syndication=rss The Lorax, perhaps the most famous anti-industrial crusader from children's literature, is getting support from companies that are willing to go green. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017454720_apuscomcastuniversallorax.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017450633_apeubritainmarigoldhotel.html?syndication=rss Dame Judi Dench and Dev Patel brought an Indian adventure to a chilly London with the world premiere of their new film, "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel." Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017450633_apeubritainmarigoldhotel.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017450350_apasfilmtaiwanchinalove.html?syndication=rss Taiwan and China may be drawing ever closer after decades of estrangement, but a pair of star-crossed lovers from opposite sides of the Taiwan Strait encounter huge difficulties in communicating with each other in a new Taiwanese film. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017450350_apasfilmtaiwanchinalove.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017450339_apuscomcastuniversallorax.html?syndication=rss The Lorax, perhaps the most famous anti-industrial crusader from children's literature, is about to become a big-time corporate spokesman. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017450339_apuscomcastuniversallorax.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017450178_apusdisneycarsland.html?syndication=rss Disney officials say a new area called Cars Land will open in June at Disney's California Adventure in Anaheim. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017450178_apusdisneycarsland.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017448705_apeubritainliztaylorsart.html?syndication=rss Three top works from the late Hollywood star Elizabeth Taylor's art collection have sold at a London auction for nearly 14 million pounds ($22 million), the auctioneer Christie's said Tuesday. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017448705_apeubritainliztaylorsart.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017448884_apusclinteastwood.html?syndication=rss The plot seemed familiar: A hotshot Hollywood filmmaker shills for a bailed-out car industry, yet another limousine liberal going to bat for big government. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017448884_apusclinteastwood.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017445881_apeubritainmarigoldhotel.html?syndication=rss Dame Judi Dench and Dev Patel brought an Indian adventure to a chilly London with the world premiere Tuesday of their new film, "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel." Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017445881_apeubritainmarigoldhotel.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017445954_new_trailer_for_the_amazing_sp.html?syndication=rss I'm having trouble getting excited for "The Amazing Spider-Man," due in theaters July 3, mainly because it just seems so unnecessary: it's an origin story, and we already had one (and a pretty great one) in the 2002 Sam Raimi/Tobey Maguire "Spider-Man." But Sony's just launched a new trailer, and I have to say I'm intrigued: Andrew Garfield, who was wonderful in "Never Let Me Go" and "The Social Network," seems to have an nice light touch here, Emma Stone is always a treat (though I like her better redheaded), and what's not to like about a trailer that incluces the line "38 of New York's finest vs. one guy in a unitard"? Popcorn & Prejudice: A Movie Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017445954_new_trailer_for_the_amazing_sp.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017442120_newdvds07.html?syndication=rss New DVD releases for Tuesday, Feb. 7, include the chimpanzee documentary "Project Nim" and the stoner comedy "A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas." "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part I" comes out Saturday, Feb. 11. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017442120_newdvds07.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017442244_apusfilmamazingspiderman.html?syndication=rss "The Amazing Spider-Man" dropped in on hundreds of fans Monday. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017442244_apusfilmamazingspiderman.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:31:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017439608_apusoscarluncheon.html?syndication=rss George Clooney says the best thing about Academy Awards nominations is not necessarily the prizes. It's hanging with old and new friends. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017439608_apusoscarluncheon.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:01:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017442101_apusboxoffice.html?syndication=rss Both the action film "Chronicle" and Daniel Radcliffe's ghost story "The Woman in Black" performed above expectations on Super Bowl weekend. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017442101_apusboxoffice.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017439411_why_the_baftas_are_better_than.html?syndication=rss Sorry, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. I've long maintained that the British Academy of Film and Television Arts Film Awards (coming up this Sunday, likely broadcast here on BBC America) are much more fun to watch than the Oscars, for a variety of reasons: better acceptance speeches, more entertaining presenters, and an endearing habit in years past of forcing high-heeled and long-skirted female presenters to arrive at the podium via a steep, scary ramp, which makes for some thrilling suspense. But here are two reasons why this year's BAFTAs will be, without question, superior: Popcorn & Prejudice: A Movie Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017439411_why_the_baftas_are_better_than.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017439061_evaluating_the_super_bowl_movi.html?syndication=rss I didn't watch the Super Bowl yesterday, because football has always been sort of a mystery to me, and because I had to watch "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp" on DVD, in preparation for an interview this week. (For all Powell/Pressburger fans: note that Thelma Schoonmaker will be at SAM next month, March 6 and 7, to present "Colonel Blimp" -- in a newly restored version -- and "Peeping Tom.") So all I saw of yesterday's big event were a few furtive peeks at the Puppy Bowl -- but I'd be curious to hear, from those of you who watched the game, what you thought about the trailers for upcoming movie shown during the breaks. New York Magazine has all the ads here: "Battleship," "John Carter," "Act of Valor," "The Lorax," "The Avengers," "G.I.Joe 2: Retaliation," "The Dictator," and "The Hunger Games." Anybody impressed by what they saw? Unimpressed? Which one are you most eager to see? (I bet it's "The Hunger Games," isn't it?) Popcorn & Prejudice: A Movie Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017439061_evaluating_the_super_bowl_movi.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017397887_mr03woman.html?syndication=rss In this review of "The Woman in Black," Daniel Radcliffe's first film since he starred in the Harry Potter films, Seattle Times film critic Moria Macdonald praises Radcliffe for a fine, un-Harried performance and says the film is as advertised, very scary. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017397887_mr03woman.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017414220_brucelee06.html?syndication=rss "I Am Bruce Lee," a documentary coproduced by Lee's daughter, Shannon Lee, and directed by Pete McCormack, is playing at Pacific Place in Seattle Feb. 9 and 15. It covers Lee's rise to fame not only in the Pacific Northwest, but in Hong Kong, San Francisco (his birthplace) and Los Angeles. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017414220_brucelee06.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017435755_apasaustraliahelicopterdeaths.html?syndication=rss Award-winning American cinematographer Mike deGruy and Australian television writer-producer Andrew Wight have died in a helicopter crash in eastern Australia, their employer National Geographic said. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017435755_apasaustraliahelicopterdeaths.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017430892_apusobitdegruy.html?syndication=rss Mike deGruy, an award-winning cinematographer who spent three decades making documentary films about the ocean, was killed in a helicopter crash in eastern Australia. He was 60. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017430892_apusobitdegruy.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 16:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017430586_apasaustraliahelicopterdeaths.html?syndication=rss Award-winning American cinematographer Mike deGruy and Australian television writer-producer Andrew Wight have died in a helicopter crash in eastern Australia, their employer National Geographic said Sunday. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017430586_apasaustraliahelicopterdeaths.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017430585_apeugermanyfilmawards.html?syndication=rss U.S. actors Scarlett Johansson and Denzel Washington have received Germany's most prestigious film award as best international actors. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017430585_apeugermanyfilmawards.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 09:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017397555_filmoffice05.html?syndication=rss While Washington-made "Safety Not Guaranteed" was earning kudos at Sundance Film Festival, the state incentive program that helped get it made was on life support in the Legislature. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017397555_filmoffice05.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:22:25 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017427445_apasaustraliahelicopterdeaths.html?syndication=rss Award-winning American cinematographer Mike deGruy and Australian television writer-producer Andrew Wight have died in a helicopter crash in eastern Australia, their employer National Geographic said Sunday. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017427445_apasaustraliahelicopterdeaths.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 04:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017419658_apusobitgazzara.html?syndication=rss Ben Gazzara, whose powerful dramatic performances brought an intensity to a variety of roles and made him a memorable presence in such iconic productions over the decades as the original "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" on Broadway and the film "The Big Lebowski," has died at age 81. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017419658_apusobitgazzara.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017418686_apusobitgazzara.html?syndication=rss Ben Gazzara, whose powerful dramatic performances brought an intensity to a variety of roles and made him a memorable presence in such iconic productions over the decades as the original "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" on Broadway and the film "The Big Lebowski," has died at age 81. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017418686_apusobitgazzara.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 02:01:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017418372_apusobitzalmanking.html?syndication=rss Actor and filmmaker Zalman King, who became known for his erotic work after writing and producing his breakthrough film "9 1/2 Weeks," has died. He was 70. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017418372_apusobitzalmanking.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:16:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017418211_apusobitpatriciadisney.html?syndication=rss Patricia Disney, who was once married to Walt Disney's late nephew Roy E. Disney and was vice chairwoman of Roy's investment company, died Friday after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017418211_apusobitpatriciadisney.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017405079_mr03innkeepers.html?syndication=rss In this review of "The Innkeepers," Seattle Times movie critic Moira Macdonald notes the film has some of the usual scary cues and tense moments, but also that the setting, the old Yankee Pedlar inn, emerges as a more interesting character than any of the people. "The Innkeepers" is playing at Seattle's Grand Illusion. Movies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2017405079_mr03innkeepers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017414016_apusmelgibsondeputy.html?syndication=rss Attorneys for a deputy who arrested Mel Gibson on suspicion of drunken driving want to call the Oscar-winner as a witness during an upcoming trial to determine if the officer suffered discrimination because of the case. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017414016_apusmelgibsondeputy.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017413922_apussmithsonianhumphreybogart.html?syndication=rss That famous movie line, "Here's looking at you, kid," will have time to echo in the halls of the Smithsonian this weekend as the son of Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall opens the first film festival at the National Mall's new movie theater. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017413922_apussmithsonianhumphreybogart.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017410248_apeufranceracyposters.html?syndication=rss What does it take to shock in the land of the Gallic shrug? Ads that suggest adulterous oral sex, according to complaints about new movie "Les Infideles." Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017410248_apeufranceracyposters.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017413636_some_oscar_chat_and_a_poll.html?syndication=rss Ten days after the Academy Award nominations, I'm hearing from colleagues and friends who are busily trying to catch up with the Best Picture nominations before Oscar night. (A tip: Unless you have a truly amazing big-screen setup at home, approach the wonderful "Tree of Life" with caution. It was not meant to be watched on a computer screen, and will make no sense there.) Me, I've seen them all, and am watching the campaigning with interest. Currently "The Artist" is the front-runner, with its charming stars out and about to chat about the film. Meanwhile, the cast of "Bridesmaids" has been announced as presenters at the awards ceremony (no, not the whole cast, just the bride and bridesmaids -- including the three who proposed a "Scorsese" drinking game at the SAGs), the ballots have been mailed out (for the last time; voting goes electronic next year), and people are complaining about the nomination process in the foreign-language film and documentary categories, as well they might. Popcorn & Prejudice: A Movie Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/popcornprejudiceamovieblog/2017413636_some_oscar_chat_and_a_poll.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:01:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017409884_apasindiapeopleschwarzenegger.html?syndication=rss Arnold Schwarzenegger's dream of visiting the Taj Mahal has been dashed. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017409884_apasindiapeopleschwarzenegger.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:31:04 PST