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September 2004 Headlines

Sept 30

Raise Your Voice Quiz & Screening
Monday, October 4th @ 7:00PM
Continental Theater (I-25 & Hampden)

Terri Fletcher is a small town girl with the voice of a big-time singer. When a personal tragedy interrupts her steady life, Terri defies her father's wishes and secretly heads off to spend a summer at a Los Angeles performing arts academy. But the school brings a whole new set of challenges for Terri, who suddenly finds herself part of a highly competitive program in an intimidating new city. Though initially overwhelmed by her new surroundings, Terri rises to the occasion with the help of some newfound friends, an encouraging teacher, and a first love that captures her heart.

This movie is rated PG. Play for tickets.

 
Sept 29

Ladder 49 Screening
Thursday, September 30th @ 7:00PM
Colorado Mills Stadium 16

What does it take for a man to run into a burning building when everybody else is running out? Why do firemen leave their families each morning to risk their lives for strangers?

Ladder 49 is an exciting, powerful film that celebrates the ordinary men who put everything on the line every day. The film chronicles Baltimore firefighter Jack Morrison (Joaquin Phoenix) as he makes the transition from inexperienced rookie to seasoned veteran. As he struggles to compete with a risky, demanding job that often short changes his wife and kids. He relies on the support of his mentor and chief, Mike Kennedy (John Travolta) and his second family - the brotherly bond between the men of the firehouse. But when Jack becomes trapped in the worst blaze of his career, his life and the things he holds important - family, dignity, courage - come into focus. As his fellow firemen of Ladder 49 do all they can to rescue him. Jack's life hangs in the balance.

Visit the movie's official website for more details.

 
This movie is rated PG-13.
Call 303.777.6800 on Thursday, September 30th at 9:00am for tickets. They will be available (while they last) to every other caller.
 
Aug 20

Shaun of the Dead Quiz & Screening
Thursday, September 23rd @ 7:00PM
Denver Pavilions Theater (16th & Tremont)

At last, a romantic zombie comedy!  Already a smash hit in the U.K., the “rom zom com” follows the bloody funny adventures of underachiever Shaun and his best mate Ed, as they cope with the Zombie Day invasion of North London and attempt to rescue Shaun’s girlfriend Liz and his Mum, Barbara.  It’s going to be one hell of a weekend. 

On Friday, Shaun is in a rut. At 29, he’s coasted through life – and still hasn’t gotten very far, usually winding up at the well-fortified local pub, the Winchester.  Liz is re-evaluating their relationship, particularly after Shaun fails to do something special for their anniversary on Saturday.  That day, there are TV news reports of unexplained calamities.  These isolated incidents mushroom into a full-on zombie assault and it’s Sunday bloody Sunday.  As manners and flesh take a beating, it’s time to separate men from meat, humans from zombies, and living from undead.  Shaun and Ed grab whatever is at hand (cricket bat, shovel, LP) to repel the attacking zombies, summoning reserves of strength they didn’t know they possessed and straining muscles they forgot they had.  Rounding up friends and family, they press on towards the sanctuary of the Winchester. All that stands (or lopes) in their way are hordes of the flesh-eating undead...

 
This movie is rated R. You must be at least 17 years of age to be eligible to play this quiz.
Click here to play for tickets.
 
September 17

Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence Quiz & Contest
Win tickets to see the movie or a DVD

Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence… is set in 2032, when the line between humans and machines has been blurred almost beyond distinction.  Humans have virtually forgotten what it means to be entirely human in both body and spirit, and the few humans that are left coexist with human spirits inhabiting entirely mechanized bodies and robots with no human elements at all. Batou is a cyborg.  His body is artificial: the only remnants left of his humanity are traces of his brain and the memories of a woman called The Major. A detective for the government's covert anti-terrorist unit, Batou is investigating the case of a hyper-realistic female robot created specifically for sexual companionship - who malfunctions and slaughters her owner.

The film opens today, but you can play for tickets to see the movie for free - or a DVD of the first Ghost in the Shell. This movie is rated PG-13. Play the quiz.

 
September 9

Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow Quiz & Screening
Wednesday, September 15th @ 7:00PM
at The Colorado Center Theater (I-25 & Colorado Blvd.)

Set in 1930's Manhattan, reporter Polly Perkins has noted the disappearances of many of the world's most famous scientists. After the city falls under attack of giant flying robots, she decides to team up with her old flame/aviation officer Joseph "Sky Captain" Sullivan and the end up flying to Nepal in search of Dr. Totenkopf, whose plan is to destroy the world.

What are you waiting for? Play the game!

 
September 7

Mr. 3000 Quiz & Screening
Monday, September 13th @ 7:00PM, Continental 6 Theater (I-25 & Hampden)
Funnyman Bernie Mac brings his irreverent comedy to the big screen to star in this hysterical movie about an over-the-hill ballplayer who gets his comeuppance after assuming that his Hall of Fame plaque is in the bag. Stan Ross once loved the game of baseball, playing with passion, energy, and every ounce of his natural talent. But somewhere along the way, the fame went to his head. The self-centered star ended his career prematurely, shocking his teammates by selfishly quitting the game in the middle of a season, right after getting his 3,000th hit ­ the unofficial key to baseball¹s Hall of Fame. Now, ten years later, three of Mr. 3000¹s hits have been disqualified, and the 47-year-old out-of-shape former slugger attempts a comeback ­ hitting the gym and facing down pitchers half his age ­ only to find that three hits are a lot harder to come by than they used to be! The media love to hate the bigheaded basher and they¹re going to delight in ripping him for every strikeout. With only his ex-flame believing in him, for once in his life, Stan must either rediscover his passion for the national pastime ­ or settle for living as "Mr. 2997." 

This movie is rated PG-13. Play for tickets.

 
September 1

Resident Evil: Apocalypse Quiz & Screening
Thursday, September 9th @ 7:00PM, Denver Pavilions Theater (16th & Tremont)
A deadly virus has been unleashed on the population of Raccoon City. Milla Jovovich plays one of only two survivors of the contained biochemical disaster in the first Resident Evil.

The film begins where the first film left off, with Alice in the heart of the ravaged and deadly Raccoon City. She has been subjected to biogenetic experimentation by the vast Umbrella Corporation and become genetically altered, with super-human strengths, senses and dexterity. These skills, and more, will be needed if anyone is to remain alive.

This movie is rated R for non-stop violence, language and some nudity. You have to be at least 17 years of age to attend this screening and play for tickets.

 
Sequential Animation Reviews, News and Interviews
No comic escapes the discerning gaze of Michael Vance and Mark Allen

Table for One - "The artist’s minimalist art is almost excellent and reminiscent of master artist Alex Toth’s style. Minimalism means no visual detail is included unless necessary to the story. Almost excellent means that some characters are barely doodles." Aquaman - "I believe it's saying something when a creative team can get you to take a long look at a character who has never intrigued you."
 
August 2004 Headlines
 

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