Penelope Feb. 29
Christina Ricci stars in this modern-day fairy tale about Penelope Wilhelm, a young girl who has become the victim of a family curse. This lovable, shy youngster must learn to live with a pig-like face until someone breaks the spell by falling in love with her. Cheesy and predictable, yes, but Penelope seems to carry a sweet message of loving yourself as you are, which every girl should believe in. A-
The Other Boleyn Girl Feb. 29
Based on the hugely popular Philippa Gregory novel and featuring a screenplay by Peter Morgan (The Queen and The Last King of Scotland), this dark tale chronicles the rise and fall of the infamous Boleyn family. With two phenomenal actresses like Scarlett Johansson and Natalie Portman, and a history so dramatic it can hardly be real, The Other Boleyn Girl could be the perfect movie for post-Valentine's Day funk. B+
Horton Hears a Who March 14
Yes, it features the voice of Steve Carell. And yes, Horton is voiced by Jim Carrey, making a potential dream team of comedy in this cute upcoming film. Horton Hears a Who, which is taken from the beloved Dr. Seuss children's book, creates the world that Seuss dreamed up and captures the magic of Seuss through his use of poetry. C
Snow Angels March 7
What happens when everything you love seems to be slipping away from you? Apparently, you stalk your ex-wife, go crazy, and kidnap your child. Adapted from the novel by Stewart O'Nan, it combines a billion love stories. B+
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