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Man of Steel Back in 'Superman Returns'

The original comic book super-hero is back on the big screen in a rip-roaring adventure directed by Bryan Singer, who made the first two "X-Men" movies. Alan Silverman spoke with the director and his stars for this look at "Superman Returns."


Director Eran Riklis Talks About His Film "The Syrian Bride"

The Syrian Bride portrays the complex personal, political and social situation of the Druze community as well as highlights the potential for common ground between Israelis and Arabs in the wider Middle East.


Ground-Breaking Movie "Something New" Highlights Changing Attitudes on Bi-Racial Romance

A successful black woman unexpectedly falls in love with a white man and the rocky road of their relationship offers some fresh insights into changing attitudes and erasing prejudice. That's the story of a film romance now at American theaters and Alan Silverman has a look at "Something New".


Illicit Love Affair Turns Deadly in Woody Allen Film, "Match Point"

A gorgeous 'femme fatale,' an unscrupulous social climber and an illicit love affair that proves deadly: those are the ingredients in a romantic mystery written and directed by Woody Allen. Alan Silverman has a look at Match Point.


Writer Offers New Explanation of 'Black Dahlia' Murder Mystery

A movie to be released later this year will highlight an unsolved murder that horrified Los Angeles nearly 60 years ago. Numerous books have also examined the killing known as the 'Black Dahlia' murder. Mike O'Sullivan spoke with Donald Wolfe, the author a new book called "The Black Dahlia Files," the latest work to try to solve the mystery.


Gillian's "The Brothers Grimm" Turns Classic European Fairy Tale into Dark Comedy

Director Terry Gilliam takes the legends and fairy tales of 19th-century Europe and twists them into a darkly comic adventure co-starring Matt Damon and Heath Ledger. Alan Silverman has a look at The Brothers Grimm.


"Answering the Call" is a film comprised of never - before - seen footage of the single greatest rescue/recovery effort in US history. Unlike the controversial documentary "Farenheit911", "Answering the Call" presents the Ground Zero volunteer community showing it as the wonderful tapestry of people working together to save livesany lives no matter their race, nationality, color or creed


Rising young stars Rachel McAdams and Cillian Murphy play a tense game of cat-and-mouse in a psychological thriller directed by suspense master Wes Craven.


Steve McQueen - The Humanitarian

He was a Rebel, an Outsider, and The King of Cool, but beneath the bad boy image lay a heart of gold, as Steve McQueen supported needy children all over the world.


Louisiana Bayou Serves as Backdrop for New Thriller, "The Skeleton Key"

Kate Hudson co-stars with veteran actress Gena Rowlands in a new supernatural thriller set in the misty bayou country of southern Louisiana.


"The Island" Explores Politically Sensitive Subject of Cloning

The hot button political issue of cloning provides the framework for a high-decibel, high-energy action movie from director Michael Bay.


Johnny Depp, Tim Burton Team Up Again for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Johnny Depp reunites with director Tim Burton for a new film version of a popular children's story by British novelist Roald Dahl.


Know the Lingo to Make It in Hollywood

Trade paper Variety, which turns 100 this year, continues to vex and amuse its readers with a language all its own.


New Movie The Fantastic Four Brings Popular Comic Book Heroes to Life

They've been popular Marvel comic book characters for more than 40 years and now they finally come to the big screen as a bright, energetic summer season entertainment.


Spielberg Revitalizes Classic Sci-Fi Thriller War of The Worlds

Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg dusts off a science-fiction classic and updates it to create a chilling thriller about an invasion from outer space. Alan Silverman has a look at War of The Worlds.