The Blind Side: This audience favorite chronicles the young life of future NFL offensive-tackle Michael Oher and the affluent family that took him into their home. Sandra Bullock earned an Oscar for her portrayal of Leigh Anne Tuohy. Based on Michael Lewis' best-selling nonfiction book.Find it in the catalog!
Brothers: Tobey Maguire stars as a U.S. soldier in Afghanistan, as a domestic drama plays out between his ex-con brother (Jake Gyllenhaal) and his wife (Natalie Portman). Directed by Jim Sheridan (My Left Foot, In America).
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The Fantastic Mr. Fox: Director Wes Anderson (Rushmore, The Royal Tenenbaums) adapted this film from the popular children's book by Roald Dahl. Utilizing stop-motion animation, the filmmakers have created a charmingly nostalgic world of make-believe. As in any Wes Anderson film, the soundtrack is eclectic and thoughtfully selected.
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The Men Who Stare at Goats: A comedy based on the strange-but-true story of the U.S. Army's attempt at employing psychic phenomena as a military tool. Ewan McGregor stars as a reporter investigating these experiments. Among the targets of his exposé, a Special Forces operative (George Clooney) who can apparently subdue goats...with the power of his mind! Co-starring: Jeff Bridges, Stephen Root, Kevin Spacey.
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