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Sacha Baron Cohen tries to recreate the box office madness that surrounded Borat in Bruno, a satirical, and socially offensive comical impersonation of a homosexual Austrian television & fashion personality. The success of Borat however was not repeated, mostly to the fact that Cohen's imitation is taken too far. His over-the-top portrayal of a homosexual reinforces stereotypes and is met by a wave of angered civil rights activists and an incensed gay community. Save your money and stay home

97 _80%

An Inconvenient Truth (2006) - Rated 28 Aug 2009

This eye-opening documentary testifies to former Vice-President Al Gore's unwavering dedication to not only inform the public about the current inevitability of Global Warming, but also his staunch attempt to convince them that something must be done. Gore presents the facts and figures of the rising amount of atmospheric Co2 and its effect on the Ozone layer clearly and articulately. The documentary dispels rumors about GW and paints a clear picture of the future without intervention.

90 _60%

The Hangover (2009) - Rated 28 Aug 2009

This hilarious comedy is arguably one of the best films of 2009. The movie follows a group of four guys that drive to LA for a bachelor party weekend. Most of the movie is dedicated to a search to find the missing Bachelor and make it to his wedding on time. Mishap after mishap befalls the search party, and 5 minutes into the movie the audience is on the floor with laughter. The diversity of each character and the numerous, realistic screw ups allow the audience to identify and relate.

60 _20%

(500) Days of Summer (2009) - Rated 28 Aug 2009

This refreshing romantic comedy takes viewers on a roller coaster ride of emotions in a unique but attention catching way. Viewers experience a realistic, complicated relationship as two lovers, Summer (Deschanel) and Tom (Gordon-Levitt), test their love over a span of 500 days. This unusual boy meets girl story is admittedly depressing at times and the normal happily ever after union doesn't occur. Director Mark Webb powerfully emphasizes the importance of accepting life's challenges.

60 _20%

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) - Rated 27 Aug 2009

The theatrical rendition of the 6th Harry Potter book really let me down. As a dedicated reader and re-reader of all the books I have generally liked the past 5 movies, however this one fell flat. The movie carelessly strayed from the story line of the book and left out important details, almost to the point where it was hard to follow what was going on. Worse still, many of the events which were portrayed were badly altered and almost unrecognizable. The acting however, was quite good.