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US, Australian filmmakers die in helicopter crash (AP)
AP - Award-winning American cinematographer Mike deGruy and Australian television writer-producer Andrew Wight have died in a helicopter crash in eastern Australia, their employer National Geographic said Sunday.

In this film image released by 20th Century Fox, Dane DeHaan is shown in a scene from 'Chronicle.' (AP Photo/20th Century Fox, Alan Markfield)

AP - Some unknown kids with superpowers have nudged out the world's most famous teen wizard at the weekend box office.

"Chronicle" edges "Woman in Black" at box office (Reuters)
Reuters - Thriller "Chronicle" edged haunted house film "The Woman in Black" in a tight box-office race that saw both movies beating pre-weekend forecasts, studio estimates released on Sunday showed.

US actor Morgan Freeman holds his trophy in the category 'International Lifetime Achievement' during the 47th Golden Camera award ceremony in Berlin, Feb. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Maurizio Gambarini, pool)

AP - U.S. actors Scarlett Johansson and Denzel Washington have received Germany's most prestigious film award as best international actors.

FILE - In this Jan. 11, 2011 file photo, actor Ben Gazzara attends The National Board of Review of Motion Pictures awards gala in New York. Gazzara, whose powerful dramatic performances brought an intensity to a variety of roles and made him a memorable presence in films, on television and on Broadway in the original 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,' has died at age 81. Longtime family friend Suzanne Mados said Gazzara died Friday, Feb. 3, 2012, in Manhattan after being in hospice care with cancer. (AP Photo/Evan Agostini, file)

AP - Ben Gazzara, whose powerful dramatic performances brought an intensity to a variety of roles and made him a memorable presence in such iconic productions over the decades as the original "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" on Broadway and the film "The Big Lebowski," has died at age 81.

Radcliffe admits being drunk during "Harry Potter" scenes (Reuters)
Reuters - Daniel Radcliffe admitted he was drunk while filming some scenes for the "Harry Potter" movies during a period in his life where he was drinking "nightly," the young star said in an interview.

In this undated image released by Allison Burnett, filmmaker Zalman King is shown. King, who became known for his erotic work after writing and producing his breakthrough film '9 Â½ Weeks,' has died. He was 70. King's son-in-law Allison Burnett says the filmmaker died Friday, Feb. 3, 2012, at his home in Santa Monica, Calif., after a six-year battle with cancer. (AP Photo/courtesy of Allison Burnett)

AP - Actor and filmmaker Zalman King, who became known for his erotic work after writing and producing his breakthrough film "9 1/2 Weeks," has died. He was 70.

Congress makes it tougher to shoot in U.S. capitol (Reuters)
Reuters - Last year was a banner year for production in the nation's capital -- more than a dozen high-budget film and television projects ranging from "Bourne Identity 4 to "Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss 'Obese' Season 2" spent time in the city -- but its future as a film location may be in jeopardy.

"Woman in Black" delivers scares in abundance (Reuters)
Reuters - From a London choking in smoke and fumes to a chilly marshland blanketed in fog, early 20th century England seems tailor-made for an atmospheric horror film, and "The Woman in Black" takes full advantage of all that built-in creepiness.

Actor Ben Gazzara dead at 81 (Reuters)
Reuters - Actor Ben Gazzara, known for his brooding tough-guy presence in dozens of films, television shows and stage productions over his long career, died of pancreatic cancer on Friday at a Manhattan hospital, his lawyer said. He was 81.

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A pair of fearless speed demons compete in an intense underground auto race in which the only rule is to win at all costs, and they find themselves pitted against some of the most-reckless drivers ever to get behind the wheel in this hyperstylized, animated adrenaline rush from Japan. Every five years, the fastest drivers in the world put their skills to the test in Redline, a racing tournament where quick reflexes could mean the difference between life and death. This year the competition is especially... [more]

The adventure continues as two brothers battle for control of a vast kingdom in this sequel starring Billy Zane, Ron Perlman, and Kimbo Slice. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi [more]

DreamWorks Animation and Nickelodeon team up for this three-part musical spy spoof following Skipper and the Penguins on their mission to stop the nefarious Dr. Blowhole (voice of Neil Patrick Harris) from carrying out a fiendish revenge plot. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi [more]

When a weekend party leads to rape and murder, a tight-knit group of friends pool together to act as judge, jury, and executioner in this thought-provoking thriller featuring The Young and the Restless' Angell Conwell. It was supposed to be a peaceful gathering of old friends, but when one person is violated and another killed, street justice prevails. Now, as the guilty are punished, the weight of their crimes creates a devastating shockwave of anger and outrage. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi [more]

Compelled by the theft of an enchanted ring, a magic carpet gathers a group of girls for a magical journey in search of a genie lamp that must be saved before it falls into the wrong hand. Along the way, the girls meet a new friend who helps them discover that friendship is the most valuable treasure of them all. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi [more]

Filmmaker Joel Gilbert draws on clandestine government files he unearthed as part of the Freedom of Information act to posit the theory that rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley assumed the identity of Federal Agent John Burrows after faking his death in 1977 and going to work for the DEA. An exclusive new interview with The King himself reveals the painstaking lengths Presley took to personally serve his country by fighting on the front lines of the War on Drugs. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi [more]

Everyone's favorite canine film series continues with this installment following five chatty pups as they venture to Egypt in search of a mythical jewel that was once the treasure of Cleocatra's collection. Upon learning that the famed Cat's Eye jewel is hidden somewhere in Egypt, Rosebud, Budderball, B-Dawg, Mudbud, and Buddha set out on the adventure of a lifetime. But they're not the only ones racing to procure the Cat's Eye, because a treacherous feline named Ubasti seeks to harness the gemstone's power to... [more]

A group of terrified college students escape to an abandoned reef after their ship comes under attack from a mutated shark, then fight for their lives as the waters begin to rise, and the beast comes back for seconds. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi [more]

Stand-up comic John Mulaney performs before an enthusiastic crowd that he treats to bits about Motown, quicksand, and a memorable incident he had in a public bathroom. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi [more]

Rotten Tomatoes Reviews

77% The Grey
The Grey is an exciting tale of survival, populated with fleshed-out characters and a surprising philosophical agenda.

28% Underworld Awakening
There's more vapid action and less story in Underworld Awakening than previous installments, making the whole affair feel inconsequential.

3% One for the Money
A proud, born-and-bred Jersey girl, Stephanie Plum's got plenty of attitude, even if she's been out of work for the last six months and just lost her car to a debt collector. Desperate for some fast cash, Stephanie turns to her last resort:...

38% Red Tails
Despite a worthy fact-based story and obvious good intentions, Red Tails suffers from one-dimensional characters, corny dialogue, and heaps of clichés.

32% Man on a Ledge
Uninspired acting and preposterous plotlines defuse Man on a Ledge's mildly intriguing premise.

85% Chronicle
It arrives during a glut of found-footage films, but Chronicle transcends its gimmicks with a smart script, fast-paced direction, and engaging performances from its young, talented cast.

75% The Innkeepers
It doesn't break any rules of the genre, but The Innkeepers serves as additional proof that Ti West is a young director that discriminating horror fans can trust.

75% Splinters
Splinters is the first feature-length documentary film about the evolution of indigenous surfing in the developing nation of Papua New Guinea. In the 1980s an intrepid Australian pilot left behind a surfboard in the seaside village of Vanimo. Twenty...

74% Kill List
From director Ben Wheatley, Kill List is a mind-blowing genre concoction being called the "#1 Horror Film of the Year" (Bloody-Disgusting). A brilliant blend of family drama, hitman action-thriller and terrifying psychological horror film, Kill List...

71% Big Miracle
Big Miracle uses real-life events as the basis for a surprisingly satisfying family drama.

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