Film Review: ‘Never Stand Still’

Narrated by Bill T. Jones, this alternately educational and entertaining documentary divides its time between concert footage and informative interviews with industry icons

2012-05-21

Kam Williams Special To The Skanner News

Modern Dance Documentary Pays Tribute to Jacob’s Pillow Festival Read the complete article

Film Review: ‘Battleship’

Along for the roller coaster ride is pop icon Rihanna, who more than holds her own in an auspicious acting debut as Petty Officer Cora Raikes

2012-05-21

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International Armada Defends Earth from Aliens in Epic Naval Showdown  Read the complete article

Will Smith Slaps Journalist Who Tries to Kiss Him

Reporter from Ukrainian TV station has history of awkward red-carpet interactions

2012-05-21

MOSCOW (AP) -- Hollywood star Will Smith slapped a male television reporter who he said tried to kiss him on the lips as he walked down the red carpet for the Moscow premiere of "Men in Black III." Read the complete article

OPENING THIS WEEK: For Movies Opening May 18

'Battleship ,' 'The Dictator ,' 'What to Expect When You’re Expecting,' and more

2012-05-18

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Kam's Kapsules: Weekly Previews That Make Choosing a Film Fun    Read the complete article

DVD Review: ‘Red Tails’

A special-effects driven adventure which recreates their daring exploits in the skies while simultaneously chronicling their quest for dignity in the face of the humiliation mandated by Jim Crow

2012-05-18

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Black Pilots Belatedly Get Their Due in WWII Adventure Read the complete article

Kel Mitchell: The ‘Motorcity’ Interview

A versatile talent, Kel recently stepped behind the camera to write and direct “She Is Not My Sister,” an upcoming, faith-based feature film about bullying and forgiveness

2012-05-15

Kam Williams Special To The Skanner News

A versatile talent, Kel recently stepped behind the camera to write and direct “She Is Not My Sister,” an upcoming, faith-based feature film about bullying and forgiveness. Here, he talks both about that movie and about providing the voice of “Dutch” on the new Disney XD animated series “Motorcity.” Read the complete article

Film Review: ‘Dark Shadows’

Depp does Barnabas justice in nostalgic walk down memory lane

2012-05-15

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The television series built a big cult following among kids who never took the show’s fright fare seriously, but merely enjoyed it as a mindless diversion designed to help them unwind after a long day at school. It is with that same lighthearted spirit in mind that master of the macabre Tim Burton apparently approached the screen version of “Dark Shadows.” Read the complete article

Film Review: ‘Dolphin Boy’

A visually-captivating, feel-good documentary co-directed by Dani Menkin and Yonatan Nir that you just have to see believe

2012-05-10

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Traumatized teen cured by unorthodox Red Sea rehab Read the complete article

OPENING THIS WEEK: For Movies Opening May 11

'Dark Shadows,' 'A Bag of Hammers,' 'God Bless America,' and more

2012-05-10

Kam Williams Special To The Skanner News

Kam's Kapsules: Weekly Previews That Make Choosing a Film Fun         Read the complete article

Christina Milian: ‘The Voice’ Interview

Here, she talks about serving as the Social Media Correspondent on NBC’s 'The Voice,' where she brought viewers closer to the competition as bridge between the on-air and online experiences

2012-05-08

Kam Williams Special To The Skanner News

Born in New Jersey on Sept. 26, 1981, but raised in Waldorf, Md., Christina Milian is a versatile talent whose resume includes film, television, theater and music. She recently appeared in the television movie "The Christmas Cupid" and on "CSI" and enjoyed a recurring role as the voice of Esther on "Family Guy." Read the complete article