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‘Vow,’ ‘Billion Dollar Movie’ on DVD

Steve Salles Monday, May 7, 2012 Capsule reviews, by Standard-Examiner movie critic Steve Salles of this week’s releases on DVD:THE VOW ** 1/2 (PG-13) An accident scene, sexual content, partial nudity and some language. A loving... more

‘American Life,’ ‘Ring Cycle’ to be featured

Sunday, May 6, 2012 Delve into the Wagner Ring Cycle or the world of popular radio at two new in-theater broadcasts playing in Top of Utah theaters.• Opera’s complete Wagner Ring Cycle kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Monday, May... more

'Avengers' packs a punch: Superheroes shine in first hit of summer

Steve Salles Friday, May 4, 2012 Time to reset your calendars, people, because the summer of 2012 is officially here — at least as suggested by the blockbuster movie schedule.It’s safe to say that “The Avengers,” released today,... more

Summer promises blockbuster battle

Steve Salles Friday, May 4, 2012 The summer of 2012 is getting off to a booming start with what should be one of the biggest hits of the year, "The Avengers."But will the rest of the summer fare be equally successful? Doubt it, but... more

It's hard to find one so dedicated as 'Jiro' in 'Jiro Dreams of Sushi'

Steve Salles Friday, May 4, 2012 “Jiro Dreams of Sushi” is a documentary about an 85-year-old Japanese master chef in search of the perfect sushi.Jiro Ono has been trying to perfect his craft since he was 10 years old. He gave... more

An Avengers who's who

Linda East Brady Friday, May 4, 2012 The Marvel Universe that is the origin of the new "Avengers" movie is as populated and convoluted as our own, with good, bad and the ugly driving the plot lines. Volumes have been written trying to... more

Sensory-friendly ‘Pirates’ invade

Friday, May 4, 2012 LAYTON — The sound will be turned down and the house lights will be turned up for a sensory-friendly screening of “The Pirates! Band of Misfits” on Saturday, May 5.The film begins at 10 a.m. at the... more

Avengers vs. Justice League: Who would win?

Becky Wright Friday, May 4, 2012 Read more: "The Avengers" reviewThe Avengers and the Justice League of America haven't just been battling bad guys, they've been battling each other -- for box-office domination.In 2011, it was the... more

'We Bought a Zoo' screens at Ogden Valley Library

Becky Cairns Thursday, May 3, 2012 How cool would it be to have your very own zoo? One family finds out in “We Bought A Zoo,” one of several upcoming films at various branches of the Weber County Library.Admission to all screenings is... more

'Five-Year Engagement' disappoints at box office

Amy Kaufman Monday, April 30, 2012 LOS ANGELES -- Four new films hit theaters this weekend, but moviegoers still had "Think Like a Man" on their minds.In a surprise win, the ensemble relationship comedy topped the box office for the... more