Anders Ostergaard's award-winning documentary takes a rare look inside the 2007 uprising in Myanmar through the cameras of the independent journalist group, Democratic Voice of Burma. While 100,000 people (including thousands of Buddhist monks) took to the streets to protest the country’s repressive regime that has held them hostage for over 40 years, foreign news crews were banned to enter and the Internet was shut down. The Democratic Voice of Burma, a collective of 30 anonymous and underground video journalists (VJs) recorded these historic and dramatic events on handycams and smuggled the footage out of the country, where it was broadcast worldwide by major news organizations. Risking torture and life imprisonment, the VJs vividly document the brutal clashes with the military and undercover police even after they themselves become targets of the authorities.
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March 4, 2010
Burma VJ
Anders Ostergaard's award-winning documentary takes a rare look inside the 2007 uprising in Myanmar through the cameras of the independent journalist group, Democratic Voice of Burma. While 100,000 people (including thousands of Buddhist monks) took to the streets to protest the country’s repressive regime that has held them hostage for over 40 years, foreign news crews were banned to enter and the Internet was shut down. The Democratic Voice of Burma, a collective of 30 anonymous and underground video journalists (VJs) recorded these historic and dramatic events on handycams and smuggled the footage out of the country, where it was broadcast worldwide by major news organizations. Risking torture and life imprisonment, the VJs vividly document the brutal clashes with the military and undercover police even after they themselves become targets of the authorities.
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Ninja Assassin

V for Vendetta director James McTeigue re-teams with that film's producers Larry and Andy Wachowski for this action-packed tale of a skilled assassin who was trained by a mythical secret society, and patiently awaits the day he will avenge the death of his best friend. Swept off the streets as a young boy, Raizo (Korean pop star Rain) is transformed into an unstoppable killing machine by a secret society known as the Ozunu Clan. The Ozunu Clan is so proficient at keeping their existence a secret that most people think they are only a myth, but the moment Ozuno assassins kill Raizo's friend, their days in the shadows are numbered. In the aftermath of that killing, Raizo stages a daring escape, subsequently biding his time until the day he can take the entire Ozunu Clan down.
Later, in Berlin, Europol agent Mika Coretti (Naomie Harris) discovers a money trail connecting multiple political murders to a mysterious network of elusive assassins from the Far East. While her superior Ryan Maslow (Ben Miles) orders Mika to back down and stop asking questions, she stealthily begins searching through classified agency files on a relentless mission to discover the truth about the murders. Singled out as a target as a direct result of her investigation, Mika is marked for death by lethal Ozunu assassin Takeshi (Rick Yune). Just as Mika is about to be silenced forever, Raizo saves her from certain death. But Raizo knows that Takeshi and the rest of the Ozuno Clan won't stop until he and Mika are both dead. Now, as Raizo and Mika are hunted through the winding streets of Europe, their only hope for survival is to trust one another and stay alive long enough to bring the Ozunu empire crumbling to the ground.
Cast
Rain - Raizo
Naomie Harris - Mika
Ben Miles - Maslow
Rick Yune - Takeshi
Sho Kosugi - Lord Ozunu
Guido Foehrweisser - Europol Agent
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Brotherhood V, The : Alumni

The Brotherhood V: Alumni (2009) - Years after an unsolved murder at Sunnydale High, the most popular students in class are summoned back to the school for a surprise reunion, only to find themselves at the mercy of a relentless killer who holds all the answers. Sunnydale was never the same after Leslie got killed on prom night. These days, the school is shut down and the hallways are eerily empty. But someone captured the crime on videotape, and when the former football star, his pretty girlfriend, the vicious flirt, the juvenile delinquent, and the practical joker are summoned back to the school, its only a matter of time before the truth is revealed. Only one thing is for certain as the body count starts to rise -- finding this videotape is going to be murder
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B
Wrong Side Of Town
Synopsis
Bobby (Rob Van Dam), a former Navy Seal, seeks revenge by killing a crooked nightclub owner who attacked his wife. The owner's brother comes after Bobby by placing a massive bounty on his head. Bobby's only hope will be to enlist his old friend, Ronnie (Dave Bautista), in retaliation efforts... But first he'll have to repair the falling-out they had years ago. With Ronnie's help he'll stand a chance, but ultimately it will be up to him to save his family and escape his death sentence.
Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Omarion
• Rob Van Dam
• Ja Rule
• David Bautista
Writers:
• David Defalco
• Marquito Sanchez
Producers:
• Carsten Lorenz
• Jason Hewitt
• David Defalco
Directors:
• David Defalco
Labels:
W
Spectacular Spider-Man, The: Volume 6
Synopsis
School's back in session and Peter Parker's social life is exciting and chaotic. Spider-Man's life has become much more demanding too. Venom has come back with a vengeance and a fiendish plot to frame Spider-Man. John Jameson is infected with alien spores, Sandman is bigger than ever and Spidey's true identity may be compromised! There's loads of eye-popping action packed into these exciting new episodes!
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Precious
Synopsis
Precious Jones, an inner-city high school girl, is illiterate, overweight, and pregnant...again. Naive and abused, Precious responds to a glimmer of hope when a door is opened by an alternative-school teacher. She is faced with the choice to follow opportunity and test her own boundaries. Prepare for shock, revelation and celebration.
Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Mo'Nique
• Mariah Carey
• Paula Patton
• Sherri Shepherd
• Gabourey Sidibe
• Lenny Kravitz
Directors:
• Lee Daniels
Labels:
P
Live!
Synopsis
From director Bill Guttentag, creator of television's LAW AND ORDER: CRIME AND PUNISHMENT comes this dramedy in which the head of a television network and a documentarian collaborate on what will become the most controversial reality show ever.
Actors: Eva Mendes, David Krumholtz, Rob Brown, Katie Cassidy, Jay Hernandez
Directors: Bill Guttentag
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LEGO: The Adventures Of Clutch Powers
For the first time ever, see the creative world of LEGO come to life in the all-new feature-length DVD movie. Meet Clutch Powers, the best builder and explorer in the LEGO universe as he heads off on his most dangerous mission yet. Join Clutch and his team of LEGO experts as their adventure leads them from LEGO City to the Space Police prison planet to the medieval world of Ashlar where they must help the rightful heir to the King’s throne find the courage to regain the kingdom from the evil wizard Mallock the Malign. Their brick-building skills will be put to the ultimate test as they face off against Mallock’s skeleton army. Get ready for an action-packed adventure like nothing you have ever seen before, The Adventures of Clutch Powers!
Actors: Ryan McPartlin, Yvonne Strahovski, Paul Michael Glaser, Roger Rose, Jeff Bennett
Directors: Howard E. Baker
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L
Gentlemen Broncos
Synopsis
Mount your battle stag, grab a popcorn ball and get ready to laugh your head off at Gentlemen Broncos! The director of Napoleon Dynamite (Jared Hess) and co-star of Flight Of The Conchords (Jemaine Clement) team up to bring you the story of Benjamin Purvis (Michael Angarano), a lovable loner whose life is turned upside down when a pretentious fantasy author steals his story at a writers camp. Jennifer Coolidge (American Pie) and Mike White (School Of Rock) join a hysterical cast of oddball characters in this "fun, quirky comedy." (People)
Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Jennifer Coolidge
• Mike White
• Michael Angarano
• Jemaine Clement
Writers:
• Jared Hess
• Jerusha Hess
Producers:
• Mike White
Directors:
• Jared Hess
Labels:
G
Carriers
Synopsis
Chris Pine (Star Trek) stars in this intense, gripping thriller about a deadly threat beyond anyone's worst nightmare. Determined to escape a lethal virus, four teens set out in search of an uncontaminated refuge, only to discover that they are far more dangerous to each other than the virus they are trying to survive. Carriers is a pulse-pounding journey into a world where laws and rules no longer apply, and no one can be trusted - not even your friends.
Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Piper Perabo
• Emily Vancamp
• Christopher Meloni
• Lou Taylor Pucci
• Chris Pine
Writers:
• Alex Pastor
Producers:
• Anthony Bregman
Directors:
• Alex Pastor
Labels:
C
Caretaker, The
Synopsis
A group of teenage boys out to give their girlfriends a good scare on Homecoming night, which also happens to be Halloween, head to an abandoned house in an out-of-the-way fruit orchard where they uncover the story of a real life urban legend.
Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Jennifer Tilly
• Judd Nelson
• Jennifer Freeman
• Jonathan Breck
Labels:
C
Box, The
Synopsis
Push a red button on a little black box, get a million bucks cash. Just like that, all of Norma (Diaz) and Arthur Lewis's (Marsden) financial problems will be over. But there's a catch, according to the strange visitor (Lagella) who placed the box on the couple's doorstep. Someone, somewhere - someone they don't know - will die.
Cameron Diaz and James Marsden play a couple confronted by agonizing temptation yet unaware they're already part of an orchestrated an - for them and us - mind-blowing chain of events. "Somebody pushing your buttons?" a woman asks. From filmmaker Richard Kelly (Donnie Darko) and a short story by Richard Matheson (I Am Legend) comes a gripping sci-fi mystery thriller that pushes' em right.
Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Cameron Diaz
• Frank Langella
• James Marsden
• James Rebhorn
• Holmes Osborne
Writers:
• Richard Kelly
Producers:
• Richard Kelly
• Sean McKittrick
• Dan Lin
Directors:
• Richard Kelly
Labels:
B
Boondock Saints II, The: All Saints Day
Synopsis
From Troy Duffy, writer and director of The Boondock Saints, comes the much anticipated sequel to the tough, stylized cutting edge saga of the MacManus brothers (Norman Reedus, Sean Patrick Flanery). The two have been in deep hiding with their father, Il Duce (Billy Connolly), in the quiet valleys of Ireland, far removed from their former vigilante lives. When word comes that a beloved priest has been killed by sinister forces from deep within the mob, the brothers return to Boston to mount a violent and bloody crusade to bring justice to those responsible. With a new partner in crime (Clifton Collins Jr., Star Trek) and a sexy FBI operative (Julie Benz, TV's Dexter) hot on their trail... the Saints are back!
Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Judd Nelson
• Sean Patrick Flanery
• Bob Marley
• Julie Benz
• Peter Fonda
• Clifton Collins, Jr.
• Billy Connolly
• Norman Reedus
• David Ferry
• Brian Mahoney
Producers:
• Don Carmody
• Chris Brinker
Directors:
• Troy Duffy
Labels:
B
March 1, 2010
Princess And The Frog, The

Synopsis
Disney celebrates a modern-day classic from the directors of The Little Mermaid and Aladdin. Discover what really happened after the princess kissed the frog in an inspired twist on the world's most famous kiss. This hilarious adventure leaps off the screen with stunning animation, irresistible music and an unforgettable cast of characters. Enter Princess Tiana's world of talking frogs, singing alligators and lovesick fireflies as she embarks on an incredible journey through the mystical bayous of Louisiana. Spurred on by a little bit of courage and a great big dream, these new friends come to realize what's truly important in life...love, family and friendship. Overflowing with humor and heart, The Princess And The Frog is an incredible motion picture experience your whole family will want to enjoy again and again!
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P
Hachiko: A Dog's Story

This heartwarming true story is an American adaptation of a Japanese tale about a loyal dog named Hachiko. This very special friend would accompany his master to the train station every day and return each afternoon to greet him after work. Sadly his master departs one day, passes away and never returns to the station. Hachiko faithfully returns to the same spot at the station the very next day, and every day for the next nine years to wait for his beloved master. During his daily visits, Hachiko touches the lives of many who work near and commute through the town square. He teaches the local people love, compassion and above all unyielding loyalty. Today, a bronze statue of Hachiko sits in his waiting spot outside the Shibuya station in Japan as a permanent reminder of his devotion and love.
Starring Richard Gere, Joan Allen, Sarah Roemer
Director Lasse Hallstrom
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Armored

Synopsis
A crew of officers at an armored transport security firm risk their lives when they embark on the ultimate heist.against their own company. Armed with a seemingly fool-proof plan, the men plan on making off with a fortune with harm to none. But when an unexpected witness interferes, the plan quickly unravels and all bets are off.
Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Laurence Fishburne
• Matt Dillon
• Jean Reno
• Skeet Ulrich
• Fred Ward
• Milo Ventimiglia
• Columbus Short
• Amaury Nolasco
Writers:
• James Simpson
Producers:
• Joshua Donen
Directors:
• Nimrod Antal
Labels:
A
February 27, 2010
Thomas & Friends: Splish, Splash, Splosh!

Synopsis
Even when it's wet outside you can still have plenty of fun, especially when you share your adventures with Thomas & Friends! Grab your galoshes and join the team as they prepare for rainy-day visits and sudsy spills, and then get unstuck from a snowy situation in this collection of stories from the Island of Sodor.
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Scooby Doo: Abracadabra-Doo

Scooby-Doo and the gang go on a trip to check on Daphne's sister, Melissa. She's been studying magic at the Whirlen Merlin Magic Academy. Apparently there's been trouble at the Academy. Sightings of a giant dragon have been scaring all the students away. The gang smells trouble and decides to investigate.
Labels:
S
Red Hook

Ten years after witnessing her older sister's brutal murder, Jenny Traylor leaves her hometown in North Carolina to start her freshman year at the University of New York City. Still traumatized by her sister's death and struggling with crippling agoraphobia, Jenny tries to cope with the overwhelming city and figure out her new life. When Jenny's over-enthusiastic Resident Advisor organizes a Welcome Week scavenger hunt, Jenny is reluctantly persuaded to join the game. But as she and her new friends decipher the cryptic clues texted to their cell phones - clues that lead them through darker and increasingly remote parts of the city - it becomes terrifyingly clear how high the stakes have become. Someone is hunting for real
Actors: Brian J. Smith, Terrence Mann, Tate Ellington
Directors: Elizabeth Lucas
Labels:
R
Midgets vs Mascots

Synopsis
In this Borat-meets-Jackass shockumentary, five little people and five mascots battle for one million dollars through 30 ridiculous competitions, including how many insults it takes to get punched in a bar, who can drink a gallon of milk the fastest and who can wrestle a live alligator.
Gary Coleman, leading the "Littles" as himself, is a comedic freight train (or train wreck) as he gets into actual fist fights with mascots, coaches and even NBA star Scottie Pippen. Look forward to tear-inducing laughter when drunken and belligerent mascots take on a competitive and determined group of little people.
Cast & Crew
Producers:
• Joey Stewart
• Brad Keller
Directors:
• Ron Carlson
Labels:
M
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