The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week's movies with ratings and trailers

‘Popcorn’ photo by Petr Kratochvil

It’s time to make weekend family entertainment plans and see if this week’s current crop of films will be part of your schedule. The following report covers motion picture theatrical releases opening nationwide beginning Friday, August 26, 2011 along with current film industry news.

The movies listed below have a rating, which has been established by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) and have been provided with an italicized commentary from the Classification and Ratings Administration (CARA).

If a film has not been provided with an official rating, additional information may, or may not be provided.

If a film is designated NC-17, very limited information will be furnished.

For your convenience, each film title links directly to the Internet Movie Data Base, which provides the most comprehensive listing about the movie’s storyline, and includes a trailer, cast and crew information, initial audience reaction (if prior screenings have taken place) and parent advisories when available.

As always, you are the single best judge for determining your child’s choice of entertainment.

FILMS OPENING THIS WEEK

Opened August 26, 2011 Chasing Madoff – Documentary- NOT RATED- NOTE: In limited release.

Opened August 26, 2011 Circumstance – Drama- R- because of “sexual content, language and some drug use.”

Opened August 26, 2011 Colombiana – Action, Adventure, Drama- PG-13- because of “violence, disturbing images, intense sequences of action, sexuality and brief strong language.”

Opened August 26, 2011 Don't Be Afraid of the Dark – Horror, Thriller- R- because of “violence and terror.”

Opened August 26, 2011 The Family Tree– Comedy, Drama- R- because of “sexual content, pervasive language, drug use and some violence.”

Opened August 26, 2011 Higher Ground– Drama- R- because of “some language and sexual content.” NOTE: Los Angeles and New York City only.

Opened August 26, 2011 Our Idiot Brother – Comedy- R- because of “sexual content including nudity, and for language throughout.”

Opened August 26, 2011 Swinging with the Finkels – Drama, Romance- R- because of “sexual content and language.” NOTE: In limited release.

Opening August 31, 2011 The Debt- Drama, Thriller- R- because of “some violence and language.”

For information on films that opened August 19, 2011, which included:    Amigo;    5 Days of War;    Conan the Barbarian;    Flypaper;    Fright Night;    Griff the Invisiible;    One Day, and  Spy Kids: All the Time in the World in 4D, please click on the link below. 

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened August 12, 2011, which included:    30 Minutes or Less;    Final Destination 5;    Glee: The 3D Concert Movie;    Senna, and Globe Theatre presents Henry IV – Part 2 , please click on the link below. 

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened July 29, 2011 to August 5, 2011, which included:    Angels & Airwaves Presents Love Live;    Attack the Block;    Bellflower;    The Change-Up;    Cowboys & Aliens;….Crazy, Stupid, Love;    The Devil's Double;    The Future;    Good Neighbors;    The Guard;    Gun Hill Road;    The Help;    Magic Trip;    Mysteries of Lisbon;    The Perfect Age of Rock and Roll;    Rise of the Planets of the Apes;    The Smurfs, and  The Whistleblower, please click on the link below.

Brand new DVD and CD combo release: ‘Toddler Favorites: The Movie'

TODDLER FAVORITES: THE MOVIE from Music for Little People

Today, the esteemed independent children’s music label Music for Little People releases it’s fifth DVD, TODDLER FAVORITES: THE MOVIE.

Inspired by Music for Little People’s 1998 platinum-selling music CD, Toddler Favorites - THE MOVIE is presented in a sing, learn and dance-along DVD that combines 3-D animation and live action footage.

Little ones love to look at other children and will be captivated by the kids in TODDLER FAVORITES: THE MOVIE as they participate with their onscreen peers singing and acting out simple songs that have become classics such as: “Wheels On The Bus,” “I’m A Little Teapot,” “One, Two, Buckle My Shoe” and the “Alphabet Song.”

The DVD, which has the perfect toddler-length running time of 35 minutes  is packaged with a 27-minute bonus CD featuring all 12 songs included on the DVD.

Leib Ostrow, founder of Music for Little People, shared his thoughts about today’s release: “I’m proud and tickled to be able to offer toddlers and parents this project that has been a labor of love for a number of years. We were so moved by the response of families to the platinum-selling Toddler Favorites recording that we spent countless hours working on creating something special. I believe we succeeded in capturing the magic that inspires young ones to sing, dance and embrace the power of music.”

Below for your enjoyment a glimpse at TODDLER FAVORITES: THE MOVIE, which is available through Amazon.com for $9.99.

OK Go and The Muppets "Muppet Show Theme Song" Official Video

Disney Records - Muppets: The Green Album

Just released today, a new video that puts a totally different spin on a classic Muppet song, which is part of the new CD, Muppets: The Green Album.

Produced in preparation for Walt Disney Pictures' family film comedy, THE MUPPETS, which opens in theaters nationwide November 23, 2011, Muppets: The Green Album features 12 Disney Records tracks that reinvent such favorite Muppet tunes as "Rainbow Connection," "Wishing Song," "Bein' Green," "Our World" and more, all performed by an eclectic array of talent: Weezer and Haley Williams; The Airborne Toxic Event; Andrew Bird, and My Morning Jacket to name a few.

Check out the newly released video below for the “Muppet Show Theme Song” by OK Go and The Muppets.

A full track listing for Muppets: The Green Album is available for preview and purchase through iTunes at the following link:   http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/muppets-the-green-album/id452905746

Scholastic Storybook Treasures to release ‘My First Collection Volume 2’

'My First Collection Volume 2 releases September 20

This September, Scholastic Storybook Treasures™ inspires and fosters early literacy and lots of fun with the second volume in their new “MY FIRST” Collection.

In May, Scholastic launched the MY FIRST series, an exciting new line of DVDs created specifically to support early literacy skills and promote a love of reading for pre-and early readers. 

The set, which was named a 2011 DVD of the Year by Creative Child Magazine, created such a marketplace buzz, Scholastic put together a second collection.

MY FIRST COLLECTION VOLUME 2 is comprised of three individual DVDs: SPOON…AND MORE STORIES ABOUT FRIENDSHIP; DEM BONES…AND MORE SING-ALONG STORIES, and THAT NEW ANIMAL…AND MORE STORIES ABOUT THE NEW BABY. All total, this value-priced 3-DVD set contains 13 adorable stories for young children, which support cooperation, friendship and problem solving.

Many of the featured stories have won notable awards such as the Caldecott Honor, ALA Notable Video and an  American Film Festival Blue Ribbon Award.

Toddlers are sure to be up and dancing with “Spoon”, welcoming home a new baby in “That New Animal”, singing along with the classics “Dem Bones” as well as “The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night,” and learning about the importance of family with Mia Farrow’s beautiful narration of “I Love You Like Crazy Cakes.”

Among the other stories included are Mercer Mayer’s “A Boy, A Dog and a Frog”, Rosemary Wells’ “Otto Runs for President”, the whimsical and colorful “Bugs! Bugs! Bugs!”  and Robert McCloskey’s beloved “Blueberries for Sal."

The set also offers enlightening and entertaining bonuses such as the lively documentary on creating the music for “Spoon” and an interview with “Spoon” author Amy Krouse Rosenthal, and an interview with “Bugs! Bugs! Bugs!” Author/illustrator Bob Barner.

The set features Scholastic’s innovative read-along that allows children to follow along with the narrator.

Aside from being part of the MY FIRST COLLECTION VOLUME 2, each of the DVDs will also be available individually for $12.95 (suggested retail price).

MY FIRST COLLECTION VOLUME 2 provides 120 minutes (plus extras) of engaging entertainment and carries a suggested retail price of $24.95.

The official national retail release date for the DVD set is for September 20, 2011, but is available for pre-order, and release-day delivery for most continental U.S. addresses through Amazon.com for $22.49.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week's movies with ratings and trailers

'Popcorn' photo by Petr Kratochvil

It’s time to make weekend family entertainment plans and see if this week’s current crop of films will be part of your schedule. The following report covers motion picture theatrical releases opening nationwide beginning Friday, August 19, 2011.

The movies listed below have a rating, which has been established by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) and have been provided with an italicized commentary from the Classification and Ratings Administration (CARA).

If a film has not been provided with an official rating, additional information may, or may not be provided.

If a film is designated NC-17, very limited information will be furnished.

For your convenience, each film title links directly to the Internet Movie Data Base, which provides the most comprehensive listing about the movie’s storyline, and includes a trailer, cast and crew information, initial audience reaction (if prior screenings have taken place) and parent advisories when available.

As always, you are the single best judge for determining your child’s choice of entertainment.

FILMS OPENING THIS WEEK

Opened August 19, 2011 Amigo – Drama, History, War- R- because of “some violence and language.”  NOTE: New York City and Los Angeles only.

Opened August 19, 2011 5 Days of War – Action, Drama, War- R- because of “strong bloody war violence and atrocities, and for pervasive language.”

Opened August 19, 2011 Conan the Barbarian – Action, Adventure, Fantasy- R- because of “strong bloody violence, some sexuality and nudity.”

Opened August 19, 2011 Flypaper– Comedy, Crime- R- because of “strong sexuality, and for violence, language and drug content.” NOTE: In limited release.

Opened August 19, 2011 Fright Night – Comedy, Horror- R- because of “bloody horror violence, and language including some sexual references.”

Opened August 19, 2011 Griff the Invisible – Comedy, Drama, Romance- PG-13- because of “some language and violence.” NOTE: In limited release.

Opened August 19, 2011 One Day – Drama, Romance- PG-13- because of “sexual content, partial nudity, language, some violence and substance abuse.”

Opened August 19, 2011 Spy Kids: All the Time in the World in 4D Action, Adventure, Comedy– - PG- because of “mild action and rude humor.”

For information on films that opened August 12, 2011, which included:    30 Minutes or Less;    Final Destination 5;    Glee: The 3D Concert Movie;    Senna, and Globe Theatre presents Henry IV – Part 2 , please click on the link below. 

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened July 29, 2011 to August 5, 2011, which included:    Angels & Airwaves Presents Love Live;    Attack the Block;    Bellflower;    The Change-Up;    Cowboys & Aliens;….Crazy, Stupid, Love;    The Devil's Double;    The Future;    Good Neighbors;    The Guard;    Gun Hill Road;    The Help;    Magic Trip;    Mysteries of Lisbon;    The Perfect Age of Rock and Roll;    Rise of the Planets of the Apes;    The Smurfs, and  The Whistleblower, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened July 22, 2011, which included:    A Little Help;    Another Earth;    Born to Ride;    Captain America: The First Avenger;    Friends with Benefits;    Life in a Day;    The Met Summer Encore: Don Carlo;    The Myth of the American Sleepover and  Sarah’s Key, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened July 15, 2011, which included:    The Ballad of Nessie;    Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2;   Life Above All;    Lucky;    Met Summer Encore: Tosca;    Salvation Boulevard;    Snow Flower and the Secret Fan;    Tabloid;   The Undefeated;    and  Winnie the Pooh, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened July 8, 2011, which included:    Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of a Tribe Called Quest;    The Chameleon;     Delhi Belly;    Fading of the Cries;    Horrible Bosses;    The Ledge;    Project Nim;    The Ward;    Zookeeper;    The Met Summer Encore: La Fille Regiment  and  Phase 7, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened July 1, 2011, which included:    Crime After Crime;    Larry Crowne;    Monte Carlo;    The Perfect Host;    Terri;    Empire of Assassins;    Rapt  and  Septien, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened June 24, 2011, which included:   A Better Life;    Bad Teacher;    Cars 2;   Conan O'Brien Can't Stop;    Hawaiian Vacation;    Leap Year;    The Names of Love;    Turtle: The Incredible Journey;    The Globe Theatre Presents The Merry Wives of Windsor;    A Little Bit of Heaven;    Lord of the Rings Extended Edition Trilogy;    The Met Summer Encore: Simon Boccanegra  and  Transformers: Dark of the Moon, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened May 20 to June 17, 2011, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened April 1 to May 13, 2011, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened the weeks of Friday, February 4 to Friday March 25, 2011 please click on the link below, where you will also find previous listings and links for prior weeks in January, as well as films that opened in 2010:

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

G GENERAL AUDIENCES (All Ages Admitted) PG PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED (Some Material May Not Be Suitable for Children) PG-13 PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED (Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13) R RESTRICTED (Under 17 Requires Accompanying Parent or Adult Guardian) NC-17 NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED – As determined by the Rating Board/Motion Picture Association of America.

Save that date: The Dirty Sock Funtime Band performs at Sesame Place

The Dirty Sock Funtime Band to perform at Sesame Place

Time to rock your socks off (and shoe leather too) when The Dirty Sock Funtime Band visits Sesame Place in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, Saturday and Sunday, September 17th and 18^th.

Notes lead singer Mike Messer, “We’ve based our show on the idea of taking many of the elements you would find in a big arena rock show – a flashy lead guitarist, a front-man seriously committed to leaping gyrations, a drummer who continuously puts on a one-man show – all performing the entire gamut from raucous rock songs to quiet acoustic ballads, enhanced, of course, with what we’re famous for: really clever lyrics and plenty of audience participation.  Energy wise, the level is high, but everything is presented in a child-appropriate context.”

The band recently released a new CD, Sock-A-Delic, and their first DVD, The Dirty Sock Funtime Band. 

The next Dirty Sock Funtime Band release, in fall 2011, will be an interactive e-book based on their song “Treasure.” 

November 2011 will see the release of an all-new studio CD.

THE DIRTY SOCK FUNTIME BAND
WHERE:         Sesame Place, 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA
WHEN:           10:00 a.m., Saturday/Sunday, September 17/18
TICKETS:       Free, with Sesame Place admission 
INFO:              http://www.sesameplace.com   
   
The video below is a behind-the-scenes look at The Dirty Sock Funtime Band – “the highest energy kids’ rock band ever to break out of NYC.”

Trout Fishing in America to release hilarious 'Chicken Joe' CD/Book sequel

Trout Fishing in America

Trout Fishing in America, the nationally touring acoustic/folk rock duo whose music has garnered four Grammy nominations and legions of devoted fans has a hilarious sequel to their first My Name Is Chicken Joe book and CD - Chicken Joe Forgets Something Important.

The new story, written and spryly narrated by Trout Fishing in America’s Keith Grimwood and Ezra Idlet, is illustrated by Stéphane Jorisch, and is being brought to the marketplace on September 6, 2011 by The Secret Mountain, a publisher of the highest quality children’s books, videos and music.

The spoken-word tale is followed by 11 original songs relating to the story, from the rousing “Rock and Roll Roosters” and the lush, blue grassy “Through the Pines,” to the deep and wistful “Where Did Everybody Go?”  

These new songs carry on the tradition of Trout Fishing in America - the characters in the story and all of the songs were inspired by real people and animals in Ezra and Keith’s lives. The song “Hello, My Chicken Thinks He’s a Dog” was written during a workshop with 6th graders in their home state of Arkansas.

Chicken Joe Forgets Something Important is about a cat that needs 16 to 17 hours of sleep each day, and needs a little help from his friends; otherwise, he’s bound to miss a few things going on in the barnyard

Chicken Joe Forgets Something Important offers gentle messages about friendship and forgetfulness. 

Sound samples and pre-ordering information for the CD and book are available at http://www.troutmusic.com/ and also through The Secret Mountain  where you can "click to look inside the book."

Below for your enjoyment, you’ll find a video of Trout Fishing in America as well a their calendar of selected upcoming Family Concerts – be sure to check them out.


Trout Fishing in America from La Montagne Secrète on Vimeo.

 

September 9 and 10 - Barndance Festival, Taos, NM

September 12 - Nightbird Books, Fayetteville, AR

September 21 - Family Resource Center, Pittsburg, KS

September 23 - Barnes & Noble, Baton Rouge, LA

September 25 - Symphony Space, NYC: "A Secret Mountain Celebration"

October 1 - Family Fun Fest, No. Little Rock, AR

October 6 -  Alma Performing Arts Center, AR

October 13 - Univ. of Arkansas, Morrilton, AR

October 27 - Newport Center for the Arts, Newport, AR

November 12 - FACE Family Series, Spring, TX

November 17 - Carson Center, Paducah, KY

November 19 - Clay Center, Walker Theater, Charleston, WV

December 4 - Old Town School of Folk Music, Chicago, IL

Stellar new season of cultural programs for kids at Symphony Space

Outstanding cultural season for children at Symphony Space

Advance ticket sales have begun for Symphony Space and its jam-packed 2011-12 season of arts and cultural programming for kids of all ages, including the Just Kidding performing arts series for younger children, and the interactive Thalia Kids’ Book Club for 9 to 12 year olds.
 

The Just Kidding program has become a destination for New York area families on Saturday mornings. They will find here not only their kids’ favorites but also upcoming (and outstanding) artists.

The Thalia Kids’ Book Club brings top authors together with preteen kids in meaningful, interactive discussions and activities.

“These programs are designed both to entertain and to introduce kids to a wide variety of artistic expression. After all, they are our audiences of tomorrow,” says Cynthia Elliott, Executive Director of Symphony Space

Symphony Space’s Just Kidding series kicks off in October with a cornucopia of family-friendly performances. Every Saturday from October through May, Symphony Space continues their tradition of offering New York families ground-breaking programming from around the country.

This year, the Upper West Side cultural mecca will host dozens of family-centric performances, including the return of perennial favorites Elizabeth Mitchell, Gustafer Yellowgold and Justin Roberts, as well as a lively, kid-powered dance performance from National Dance Institute: The Celebration Team.

Other standouts of the 2011-12 season include Afro-Cuban rhythms from Women of the Calabash, the retro slide show vaudevillian group The Trachtenberg Family Slideshow Players, as well as “kindie rock” stars Joanie Leeds, RecessMonkey and Caspar Babypants (also known as Chris Ballew of the Presidents of the USA).

Symphony Space is located at 2537 Broadway at 95th Street in Manhattan, New York City.

Ticket prices range from $11 to $25.

Symphony Space offers “create your own” subscriptions to the 2011-12 Just Kidding series. 

Members of Symphony Space enjoy up to 40 percent in discounts on ticket prices. 

To learn more about this season’s performers, play songs, watch videos and get updates about family programs at Symphony Space, visit http://www.symphonyspace.org/genre/family or call 212.864.5400.

The 2011-12 family season kicks off with the following fall events. Details about each of these Just Kidding performances are available online by following the highlighted link. You may wish to bookmark this page for easy future reference.

Just Kidding Saturday Performances, Fall 2011

October 1, 11 am and 2 pm (Thalia): The Story Pirates -- This zany-smart NYC based troupe creates musical sketch comedy, comprised entirely of stories written by kids. Jon Stewart is a fan of their award-winning shows, which have been described as “Monty Python meets Schoolhouse Rock.”

October 8, 2 pm (Thalia): Women of the Calabash -- Combining traditional instruments, lush vocals, and musical forms with contemporary influences, this musical group has enchanted audiences of all ages for 20 years,performing music from Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Black America.

October 15, 11 am: (Sharp): Galumpha -- Combining stunning acrobatics, striking visual effects, physical comedy, and inventive choreography, Galumpha transforms three human bodies into one floating, flying, and gravity-defying piece of art.

October 22, 11 am: (Thalia): Cat and a Bird -- With catchy beats, a variety of instruments and animal-themed lyrics, Cat and a Bird delivers a fun musical experience for kids with style that older siblings and parents can enjoy. “Out with the Kids” describes their sound as “beautifully strange, Eastern European-gypsy lounge dinner party music.”

October 29, 11 am: (Thalia): Ben Rudnick and Friends – With countless awards to their credit, including five Parent’s Choice awards, this family jam band’s adventurous, high-energy blend of happy, upbeat acoustic music is guaranteed to entertain the entire family. Bending musical styles from country to bluegrass, rock to second-line New Orleans, their original songs and fun takes on familiar tunes make audiences sing, dance, and just be happy.

November 5, 2 pm (Sharp): National Dance Institute: The Celebration Team  – Ballet star Jacques D’Amboise’ legendary children’s dance troupe has transformed the lives of more than 2 million public school children through award-winning arts and learning programs. This year, NDI brings another joyous afternoon of dance to the stage at Symphony Space with more than 50 children, ages 9-15, performing favorite works from their repertory.

November 12, 11 am: (Thalia):  Joanie Leeds & the Nightlights – A favorite star of the NYC “kindie rock” scene, Joanie and her brand bring catchy songs that will have everyone moving and grooving. 

November 19, 11 am: (Thalia): Trachtenberg Family Slideshow Players – Known for their quirky, low-fi acoustic songs and unusually engaging slide show performances, this family trio from NYC is sure to create an indie-vaudeville-conceptual-art-rock-slideshow experience like none other in family entertainment. 

December 17, 11 am (Sharp):  Elizabeth Mitchell and You Are My Flower –Smithsonian Folkways artist Mitchell's gentle, heartfelt music transfixes audiences of all ages with homespun renditions of great songs by Woody Guthrie, Bob Marley, The Velvet Underground, Vashti Bunyan, Gillian Welch and more. The quiet sweetness and intimacy of her concerts cement her as an icon whose music will be remembered for years to come. Dan Zanes says, “This is the family music that I love---soulful, mysterious, inclusive and rollicking!"

December 31, 11 am. (Thalia): Tim and the Space Cadets – Celebrate a family New Year’s Eve with this dynamic family-friendly pop rock band. Tim’s songs exist somewhere in the realm between Raffi and Blink-182, inspired by memories of school days, snow days, pizza parties, and summer vacations. Their song “Superhero” enjoys frequent spins on Sirius-XM’s Kids Place Live. 

For More Information on the entire 2011-2012 season visit: http://www.symphonyspace.org/genre/family

Membership information: http://www.symphonyspace.org/support

 
Box office: (212) 864-5400  

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week's movies with ratings and trailers

‘Popcorn’ photo by Petr Kratochvil

It’s time to make weekend family entertainment plans and see if this week’s current crop of films will be part of your schedule. The following report covers motion picture theatrical releases opening nationwide beginning Friday, August 12, 2011, along with current film industry news.

The movies listed below have a rating, which has been established by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) and have been provided with an italicized commentary from the Classification and Ratings Administration (CARA).

If a film has not been provided with an official rating, additional information may, or may not be provided.

If a film is designated NC-17, very limited information will be furnished.

For your convenience, each film title links directly to the Internet Movie Data Base, which provides the most comprehensive listing about the movie’s storyline, and includes a trailer, cast and crew information, initial audience reaction (if prior screenings have taken place) and parent advisories when available.

As always, you are the single best judge for determining your child’s choice of entertainment.

FILMS OPENING THIS WEEK

Opened August 12, 2011 30 Minutes or Less – Action, Adventure, Comedy- R- because of “crude and sexual content, pervasive language, nudity and some violence.”

Opened August 12, 2011 Final Destination 5 – Horror, Thriller- R- because of “strong violent/gruesome accidents, and some language.”

Opened August 12, 2011 Glee: The 3D Concert Movie – Documentary, Music- PG- because of “thematic elements, brief language and some sensuality.”

Opened August 12, 2011 Senna – Documentary, Biography, Sport- PG-13- because of “some strong language and disturbing images.” NOTE: In limited release.

Opening August 18, 2011 The Globe Theatre Presents: Henry the IV – Part 2 – Drama, NOT RATED- NOTE: In limited release.

For information on films that opened July 29, 2011 to August 5, 2011, which included:    Angels & Airwaves Presents Love Live;    Attack the Block;    Bellflower;    The Change-Up;    Cowboys & Aliens;….Crazy, Stupid, Love;    The Devil's Double;    The Future;    Good Neighbors;    The Guard;    Gun Hill Road;    The Help;    Magic Trip;    Mysteries of Lisbon;    The Perfect Age of Rock and Roll;    Rise of the Planets of the Apes;    The Smurfs, and  The Whistleblower, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened July 22, 2011, which included:    A Little Help;    Another Earth;    Born to Ride;    Captain America: The First Avenger;    Friends with Benefits;    Life in a Day;    The Met Summer Encore: Don Carlo;    The Myth of the American Sleepover and  Sarah’s Key, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened July 15, 2011, which included:    The Ballad of Nessie;    Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2;   Life Above All;    Lucky;    Met Summer Encore: Tosca;    Salvation Boulevard;    Snow Flower and the Secret Fan;    Tabloid;   The Undefeated;    and  Winnie the Pooh, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened July 8, 2011, which included:    Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of a Tribe Called Quest;    The Chameleon;     Delhi Belly;    Fading of the Cries;    Horrible Bosses;    The Ledge;    Project Nim;    The Ward;    Zookeeper;    The Met Summer Encore: La Fille Regiment  and  Phase 7, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened July 1, 2011, which included:    Crime After Crime;    Larry Crowne;    Monte Carlo;    The Perfect Host;    Terri;    Empire of Assassins;    Rapt  and  Septien, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened June 24, 2011, which included:   A Better Life;    Bad Teacher;    Cars 2;   Conan O'Brien Can't Stop;    Hawaiian Vacation;    Leap Year;    The Names of Love;    Turtle: The Incredible Journey;    The Globe Theatre Presents The Merry Wives of Windsor;    A Little Bit of Heaven;    Lord of the Rings Extended Edition Trilogy;    The Met Summer Encore: Simon Boccanegra  and  Transformers: Dark of the Moon, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened May 20 to June 17, 2011, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened April 1 to May 13, 2011, please click on the link below.

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

For information on films that opened the weeks of Friday, February 4 to Friday March 25, 2011 please click on the link below, where you will also find previous listings and links for prior weeks in January, as well as films that opened in 2010:

The Popcorn Report: Guide to this week’s movies

G GENERAL AUDIENCES (All Ages Admitted) PG PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED (Some Material May Not Be Suitable for Children) PG-13 PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED (Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13) R RESTRICTED (Under 17 Requires Accompanying Parent or Adult Guardian) NC-17 NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED – As determined by the Rating Board/Motion Picture Association of America.

JUST RELEASED TRAILER AND STUDIO NOTES:

THE ODD LIFE OF TIMOTHY GREEN

WALT DISNEY PICTURES

Genre:                                 Drama-Comedy

Rating:                                 PG

U.S. Release date:            August 15, 2012

Running time:                    To be determined

Cast:                                    Jennifer Garner, Joel Edgerton, Dianne Wiest, CJ Adams, Rosemarie DeWitt, Ron Livingston, M. Emmet Walsh, Odeya Rush, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Lois Smith and Common

Director:                               Peter Hedges

Producers:                          Ahmet Zappa, Scott Sanders, Jim Whitaker 

Executive Producers:      John Cameron, Mara Jacobs

Story by:                              Ahmet Zappa 

Screenplay by:                   Peter Hedges

NOTES:

Academy Award®–nominated director/writer Peter Hedges (“Dan in Real Life,” What’s Eating Gilbert Grape?”) brings enchantment to the screen with “The Odd Life of Timothy Green,” an inspiring, magical story about a happily married couple, Cindy and Jim Green (Jennifer Garner and Joel Edgerton), who can’t wait to start a family but can only dream about what their child would be like. When young Timothy (CJ Adams) shows up on their doorstep one stormy night, Cindy and Jim—and their small town of Stanleyville—learn that sometimes the unexpected can bring some of life’s greatest gifts.