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Precious is both the heartbreaking and heartwarming story of an overweight girl in the ghetto just trying to get by whiling coping with an abusive mother and two children

Short of Antichrist, few movies released in theaters this year exhibit more pain and suffering than the Sundance standout Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Saphire.

Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry align themselves with a drama about a pregnant, overweight, and illiterate teen in Harlem who struggles to survive a dysfunctional home.

Mo'Nique, Mariah Carey, Lenny Kravitz co-star in disturbing drama about an abused inner-city girl.

Despite an accomplished cast and good intentions, this adaptation fails to deliver a sufficient emotional punch. 1.5 stars out of 4.

The Hottest State is the story of a young man's tumultuous relationship with a unique woman.

Couples waiting for their own weddings, or the wedding of a loved one, will find that time flies faster when watching one or more of these all-time great movie romances.

Based on the novel by John Ajvide Lindqvist, Let the Right One In a.k.a Låt den Rätte Komma In, has stood out since release as one of the finest vampire horrors ever made

For an inspiring movie about faith and love, Saving Sarah Cain, based on the story by best-selling author Beverly Lewis is an enjoyable film for anyone.

Voyna i Mir (War and Peace), Russian opera by Sergei Prokofiev: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Prokofiev opera information.

As well as the popular horror films of the 1930s, science fiction films had also caught the public's imagination by the middle of the decade.

Look for these new dramatic movies from Lionsgate and Overture Films in theaters this fall.

From classic 1950s B-Movies to the 21st century, the following films are essential viewing for the Halloween season (and all year round, if you're an avid horror fan).

Kinosuke Takeda is little known in the English-speaking world, but he was one of Japan's pioneering TV puppeteers as well as a great traditional puppet artist.

The young adult novel, Push has been adapted into the movie, Precious Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire and will be released in movie theaters in November, 2009.

Movies derived from novels always get the criticism, "the book is better." Standing alone, however, The Night Listener is an intriguing mystery and a worthwhile watch.

From Bram Stoker to Buffy the Vampire Slayer to the Twilight Series by Stephanie Meyer, vampires are hot and popular.

Wuthering Heights, 1939, starred Laurence Olivier and Merle Oberon as Heathcliff and Cathy in a story of love and cruelty based on a novel by Emily Bronte.

A young woman is set to become the next mate for the leader of her werewolf pack, unfortunately, she is torn between her loyalty and her love for another man.

Anime feature film to be screened at Cannes Film Festival May 22.

Here's the list of 2006 Hugo and Campbell Award nominations.

The winning combination of a good-looking blonde, her cute little dog, some pink clothes, and collegiate drama produced lots of spinoffs.

A review of Spanish language romance films from Mexico, Spain, Cuba, and Argentina that can help foreign language learners practice listening skills.

Curl up with these romantic French language films and practice French listening skills at the same time.

Turner Classic Movies will show Isao Takahata's Grave of the Fireflies, considered one of the finest anti-war movies ever made.

Here are some images from Disney's upcoming CG feature film Meet the Robinsons, due March 30.

The Cartoon Network brings Trinity Blood anime to its Adult Swim programming block. It makes its debut September 9, following fellow anime Bleach.

Juno and No Country for Old Men won the top film prizes at the WGA Awards this year, while The Wire, 30 Rock, and Mad Men took television series honors.

In honor of the real-life 2009 swine flu pandemic outbreak, here are 5 of the best fictional films and novels about viral epidemics.

Richard Donner's storming horror thriller about the anti-christ's successful first step toward world domination, is a shocking exploration of good versus evil.

These six big screen adaptations of popular children's literature capture the joy and imagination of the original classic books upon which they are based.

Look for new romantic movies on DVD and an old favorite (The Graduate) now on Blu-ray.

A beautifully acted and directed drama that gives voice and concern to Britain's minority ethnic communities.

Three years after premiering on Showtime, Dexter has several merchandising tie-ins and the fourth book in the series as show gains popularity.

In Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, audiences are treated to a wonderful romance for the young generation, a "When Harry Met Sally" for the 21st Century. 8.5/10

Poking fun at Hollywood and all of it's quirky ways, the Player is a film that contains a multitude of cameos and appearances

Famed for food and history, Italy features in these films about Americans abroad.

A rare opportunity to see this classic film on the big screen unveils the life lessons contained within.

Driving is the best way to see Brittany as there are so many places to explore and roads are relatively empty. Even better, unlike the rest of France, they are toll-free.

The Golden Globes has nominated candidates for Best Drama: tThe Curious Case of Benjamin Button, The Reader, Frost/Nixon, Revolutionary Road and Slumdog Millionaire.

With GONE BABY GONE, Ben Affleck makes his directorial debut, and attempts to silence his most outspoken critics. The result is a stunning, harrowing, haunting, and unfo

In taking on Jane Austen, the 1996 Hollwood production showed a lot of ambition, but ultimately failed to make much more than a costume rom-com.

A group of black students in Monroeville, Alabama are accusing their school of racist treatment towards them. This town is the same depicted in Harper Lee's famous novel.

Modern updating of Raymond Chandler's The Little Sister with James Garner starring as private eye Philip Marlowe investigating the blackmail of a TV star.

Three best friends get through some of the most difficult situations in their lives with the help and support of each other.

Executive Producer Oprah Winfrey's Precious was among the award winners at the 2009 Toronto International Film Festival.

The Christmas Secret is a touching holiday tale with a strong message about the power of maintaining love, faith and hope.

Robert J. Sawyer talks about writing for television, what fictional character he would be for a day, and admits he is optimistic about innovation in genre fiction.

Three series on The CW will air on revolving schedules during the first part of 2010. These shows are Gossip Girl, One Tree Hill and Life UneXpected.

For an enjoyable Christmas film, The Note sends a good message to readers on little miracles, as well as entertaining with a heartwarming story.