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November 23, 2012

Sparkle




Synopsis
Sparkle is a timeless story of the bonds of family, the trials of success and the power of music. In her feature film debut, American Idol sensation Jordin Sparks stars as Sparkle, a young woman whose big dreams seem almost impossible. She's been warned against the pitfalls of the music industry by her protective mother (Whitney Houston), yet encouraged by the handsome and ambitious Stix (Derek Luke), Sparkle forms a trio with her sisters (Tika Sumpter and Carmen Ejogo). Together, they perform the soul-stirring songs that Sparkle pens. But as their fame grows, so does the risk of jealousy, self-doubt and insidious temptation. This sweeping drama is brought to life with a powerful cast including Mike Epps, Omari Hardwick and CeeLo Green.

Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Whitney Houston
• Carmen Ejogo
• Jordin Sparks
• Mike Epps
• Derek Luke

Writers:
• Mara Brock Akil

Producers:
• Mara Brock Akil
• Debra Martin Chase
• Salim Akil

Directors:
• Salim Akil

Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups



Synopsis
An all-new Disney holiday classic is born - Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups. Starring a brand-new litter of the cutest talking pups ever - Hope, Jingle, Charity and Noble - it's perfect for the whole family. When Mrs. Claus travels to Pineville, the playful Santa Pups stow away on her sled. Taking mischief to a whole new level, they being granting joyful wishes to Pineville's boys and girls, but something goes terribly wrong - the Christmas spirit begins to disappear. Now the Santa Pups and Mrs. Claus must race to save Christmas around the world. From the creators of Disney Buddies, this magical, heartwarming tale is brimming with hope, cheer and Christmas spirit.

Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Cheryl Ladd
• Kaitlyn Maher
• Diedrich Bader
• Richard Kind
• George Newbern
• Tom Everett Scott
• Obba Babatunde
• Pat Finn
• Danny Woodburn

Writers:
• Anna McRoberts
• Robert Vince
• Philip Fracassi

Producers:
• Anna McRoberts
• Robert Vince

Directors:
• Robert Vince

Odd Life of Timothy Green, The



A childless couple bury a box in their backyard, containing all of their wishes for an infant. Soon, a child is born, though Timothy Green is not all that he appears

Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Dianne Wiest
• Jennifer Garner
• Rosemarie DeWitt
• Shohreh Aghdashloo
• Lois Smith
• M. Emmet Walsh
• Joel Edgerton

Writers:
• Peter Hedges
• Ahmet Zappa

Directors:
• Peter Hedges

Nitro Circus - The Movie



Travis Pastrana and his tight-knit, highly-skilled, adrenaline-addicted friends bring their impossible, ridiculous, insane and hysterical adventures to the big screen for the first time.

Directors: Gregg Godfrey, Jeremy Rawle
Writers: Travis Pastrana, Jeremy Rawle,

Hot Ice



No one is safe in this action filled suspense. Who can you trust, when you don't even recognize yourself anymore?

Director: John Bianco
Writer: John Bianco
Stars: Lou Albano, John Bianco and Rick Casale

Hope Springs



Synopsis
Kay (Meryl Streep) and Arnold (Tommy Lee Jones) are a devoted couple, but decades of marriage have left Kay wanting to spice things up and reconnect with her husband. When she hears of a renowned couple's specialist (Steve Carell) in the small town of Great Hope Springs, she attempts to persuade her skeptical husband, a steadfast man of routine, to get on a plane for a week of marriage therapy. Just convincing the stubborn Arnold to go on the retreat is hard enough - the real challenge for both of them comes as they try to re-ignite the spark that caused them to fall for each other in the first place.

Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Mimi Rogers
• Elisabeth Shue
• Jean Smart
• Meryl Streep
• Tommy Lee Jones
• Steve Carell
• Brett Rice
• Damian Young

Producers:
• Todd Black
• Guymon Casady

Directors:
• David Frankel

Elf-Man



Synopsis
It's Christmas Eve at the Harper house, and young Ryan and Casey are excited that their scientist father (Mackenzie Astin of The Facts Of Life) has finally perfected his new invention! But when dad is kidnapped by a bumbling gang of thieves (led by Jeffrey Combs of Re-Animator), Casey's wish on a magic doll causes Santa to leave behind a mischievous elf (Wee Man) to save the day. Will Santa's little helper lose all faith in his elf self, or can he discover his true powers to become a real superhero? Mirelly Taylor (Lost) co-stars in this big-hearted family comedy about holiday wishes, scary fruitcakes and Christmas miracles that come in every size!

Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Mackenzie Astin
• Mirelly Taylor
• Jeffrey Combs
• Jason Acuna

Writers:
• Ethan Wiley
• Richard Jefferies

Directors:
• Ethan Wiley

Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: Dog Days



Synopsis
Everybody's favorite wimp, Greg Heffley (Zachary Gordon), is back for three times the fun in the latest film based on the super-popular book series! When Greg's dad (Steve Zahn) threatens to send him to military school if he doesn't stay out of trouble, Greg finds all-new ways to land himself in the doghouse! For starters, Greg's in over his head when he pretends to work at the swanky country club where Rowley's family has a membership. Things don't go much better on a father-son camping trip with the Wilderness Explorers, and then there's the Heffley's new dog, Sweetie, who fetches even more trouble for Greg in this hilarious family film!

Cast & Crew
Actors:
• Devon Bostick
• Robert Capron
• Zachary Gordon
Writers:
• Maya Forbes

Directors:
• David Bowers