January 28, 2008

Dennis Quaid, Sarah Jessica Parker and JUNO phenom Ellen Page star together in the upcoming film SMART PEOPLE. Fresh out of Sundance, this sharp black comedy centers on an isolated, acid-tongued college professor whose crush on a former student, combined with an unexpected visit from his derelict brother sends his life spinning out of control.

SMART PEOPLE opened to rave reviews at Sundance last week, and we’ve got a few exclusive clips to prove it. SMART PEOPLE opens April 11 @ the Angelika New York, Dallas & Plano.

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January 23, 2008

The 80th Annual Academy Award nominations were just announced and it looks like we couldn’t have picked them better ourselves. Below are some of the highlights:

ATONEMENT – Nominations Best Motion Picture of the Year Adapted Screenplay Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role Achievement in Art Direction Achievement in Cinematography Achievement in Costume Design Best Original Score

CHARLIE WILSON’S WAR – Nominations Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role

JUNO – Nominations Best Motion Picture of the Year Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role Best Director

LARS AND THE REAL GIRL – Nominations Best Original Screenplay

MICHAEL CLAYTON – Nominations Best Motion Picture of the Year Best Original Screenplay Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role Best Director Best Original Score

NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN – Nominations Best Motion Picture of the Year Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role Best Adapted Screenplay Best Director Achievement in Cinematography Achievement in Film Editng

PERSEPOLIS – Nominations Best Animated Feature Film of the Year

TAXI TO THE DARK SIDE – Nominations Best Documentary Feature

For showtimes and ticket information for any of the above nominees, visit us at www.angelikafilmcenter.com, and for a complete list of nominees, visit the official Academy Awards website.

January 21, 2008

Michael Haneke does Michael Haneke in this stunning remake of FUNNY GAMES, his own 1997 German cult film. Re-done in English and re-branded FUNNY GAMES U.S., the film may have some people squirming in their seats and some leaving them altogether – but those who stay will be treated to a daring onslaught of excruciating suspense and implied violence.

Director Haneke has assembled a top notch ensemble for this shot by shot remake: Naomi Watts and Tim Roth are stellar, but the revelation in casting is Michael Pitt – that pretty boy face conceals a sadistic monster that is somehow simultaneously alluring and horrifying.

FUNNY GAMES U.S. opens at the Angelika New York and the Angelika Houston on March 14. Don’t miss it.

January 16, 2008

TAXI TO THE DARK SIDE is undoubtedly one of the most important documentaries of the new year. The film is both a terrifying and enlightening experience for anyone unaware of the state of U.S. military prisons overseas, and writer/director Alex Gibney (ENRON: THE SMARTEST GUYS IN THE ROOM) sat down with us to discuss the making of the documentary and what he most wants audiences to take away from it.

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TAXI TO THE DARK SIDE opens January 18 @ the Angelika New York. Visit www.angelikafilmcenter.com for more info.

January 8, 2008

Thankfully, our Oscar contest at the Angelika Plano was not derailed by the writer’s strike, and we are excited to announce the winners! Below are your top 6 picks and the official schedule. Hope to see you there!

1/17 â?? ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOOâ??S NEST
1/24 â?? THE BRIDGE ON THE RIVER KWAI
1/31 – LAWRENCE OF ARABIA
2/7 â?? ALL ABOUT EVE
2/14 â?? GONE WITH THE WIND
2/21 â?? BEN-HUR

*All shows are scheduled at 7:30pm. Don’t forget to join us at the Angelika Dallas on February, 24 to watch the 2008 Oscars live on the big screen.