Movies
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'Eagle Huntress' offers inspiring true taleNov 10, 2016 5:00 am - There is an ancient tradition of falconry practiced by the people of Mongolia where burkitshi, or "eagle hunters," train golden eagles to respond to their call and hunt ...
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'Almost Christmas' succeeds as pleasant family comedyNov 09, 2016 10:00 am - David E. Talbert's pleasant, preholiday domestic comedy “Almost Christmas” chugs along on generous good will, accomplished performances and affectionate humor ... ... un...
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See 'The Insanity of God' at Vineyard Church SundayNov 08, 2016 10:00 pm - Vineyard Church of Elgin, 220 Division St., will host a live simulcast viewing of "The Insanity of God" at 5:45 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13. The film, based on the book of the...
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'Doctor Strange' makes us wonder: Why aren't Marvel villains more memorable?Nov 08, 2016 5:00 am - Why don't most of Marvel Studios' villains make much of an impression? It really is quite striking: Besides Thor's brother, Loki, most of the studio's cinematic baddies ...
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Wilmette native surfs waves of opportunity to make movieNov 08, 2016 4:00 am - "If you're looking for a self-help stalker musical comedy drama, this is the film for you!" That's how one film festival viewer described Sam Kretchmar's directorial deb...
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Box Office Top 20: 'Doctor Strange' conjures $85.1 million
Nov 07, 2016 6:00 am - LOS ANGELES (AP) - Marvel's "Doctor Strange" topped a strong weekend at the box office with $85.1 million from North American theaters, according to box office sales rep...
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China passes law punishing companies for box-office fraud
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Will Trump, Clinton documentaries sway voters?Nov 07, 2016 4:30 am - Even movies can't escape fallout from Tuesday's presidential election. Three key documentaries have been released since summer, two clearly seeking to sway the electorat...
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How good intentions sparked a 'Doctor Strange' controversyNov 06, 2016 7:18 am - LOS ANGELES - Director Scott Derrickson knew he had a problem on his hands before the internet did. Two, actually. "Doctor Strange," now in theaters, contained in its ri...
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Youth issue-oriented film screenedNov 06, 2016 12:00 am - A movie screening for local teens and families is set for Wednesday, Nov. 9, at PM&L Theatre, 877 Main St., in downtown Antioch. The not-yet-released feature film, "LIST...