Genre: Fantasy/Action Director: Mike Newell Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Gemma Arterton, Ben Kingsley, Alfred Molina, Toby Kebbell, Selva Rasalingam, Daud Shah, Ambika Jois, Gísli Örn Garðarsson, Richard Coyle RunTime: 1 hr 56 mins Released By: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Rating: PG Official Website: http://adisney.go.com/disneypictures/princeofpersia/ Opening Day: 27 May 2010
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From the team that brought the "Pirates of the Caribbean" trilogy to the big screen, Walt Disney Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer Films present PRINCE OF PERSIA: THE SANDS OF TIME, an epic action-adventure set in the mystical lands of Persia. A rogue prince (JAKE GYLLENHAAL) reluctantly joins forces with a mysterious princess (GEMMA ARTERTON) and together, they race against dark forces to safeguard an ancient dagger capable of releasing the Sands of Time—a gift from the gods that can reverse time and allow its possessor to rule the world.
Genre: Action/Drama Director: Harald Zwart Cast: Jackie Chan, Jaden Smith, Taraji P. Henson, Han Wen Wen, Yu Rongguan, Wang Zhenwei, Wu Zhensu, Luke Carberry RunTime: 2 hrs 12 mins Released By: Columbia TriStar Rating: PG Official Website: http://www.karatekid-themovie.com/ Opening Day: 10 June 2010
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In Columbia Pictures' The Karate Kid, 12-year-old Dre Parker (Jaden Smith) could've been the most popular kid in Detroit, but his mother's (Taraji P. Henson) latest career move has landed him in China. Dre immediately falls for his classmate Mei Ying - and the feeling is mutual - but culture differences make such a friendship impossible. Even worse, dre's feelings make an enemy of the class bully, Cheng. In the land of kung fu, Dre knows only a little karate, and Cheng puts 'the karate kids' on the floor with ease. With no friends in a strange land, Dre has nowhere to turn but maintenance man Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), who is secretly a master of kung fu. As Han teaches Dre that kung fu is not about punches and parries, but maturity and calm, Dre realizes that facing down the bullies will be the fight of his life.
Genre: Sci-Fi/Thriller/Action Director: Christopher Nolan Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Ken Watanabe, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Marion Cotillard, Ellen Page, Tom Hardy, Cillian Murphy, Tom Berenger, Michael Caine RunTime: 2 hrs 28 mins Rating: PG (Violence) Released By: Warner Bros Official Website: http://inceptionmovie.warnerbros.com/ Opening Day: 15 July 2010
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Acclaimed filmmaker Christopher Nolan directs an international cast in "Inception", an original sci-fi actioner that travels around the globe and into the intimate and infinite world of dreams. Dom Cobb (Leonardo DiCaprio) is a skilled thief, the absolute best in the dangerous art of extraction: stealing valuable secrets from deep within the subconscious during the dream state when the mind is at its most vulnerable. Cobb’s rare ability has made him a coveted player in this treacherous new world of corporate espionage, but it has also made him an international fugitive and cost him everything he has ever loved. Now Cobb is being offered a chance at redemption. One last job could give him his life back but only if he can accomplish the impossible—inception. Instead of the perfect heist, Cobb and his team of specialists have to pull off the reverse; their task is not to steal an idea but to plant one. If they succeed, it could be the perfect crime.But no amount of careful planning or expertise can prepare the team for the dangerous enemy that seems to predict their every move. An enemy that only Cobb could have seen coming.
In Mandarin with Chinese and English Subtitles Genre: Action/Martial Arts/Biography Director: Wilson Yip Cast: Donnie Yen, Sammo Hung, Lynn Hung, Huang Xiaoming, To Yue-Hong, Fan Siu Wong, Lam Ka Tung, Kent Cheng, Calvin Cheng, Simon Yam, Darren Shahlavi RunTime: 1 hr 48 mins Released By: Scorpio East Pictures and Cathay-Keris Films Rating: PG (Fighting Scenes) Official Website: http://www.ipman2-movie.com Opening Day: 29 April 2010
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After Ip Man protected the dignity of Chinese during the Sino-Japanese war, Ip Man relocates to Hong Kong with his family.
Life is difficult for Ip Man and his family. The chief editor of a newspaper decides to lend Ip Man a place where he can teach Wing Chun and earn a living. However Ip Man could not gather any students as Wing Chun is unheard of in Hong Kong. One day, a young man, Wong Leung (Huang Xiaoming) challenges Ip Man and is defeated easily. Impressed, Wong gathers his friends to learn Wing Chun from Ip Man.
One day, Wong is challenged by a thug, Cheng Wai Kei (To Yue-Hong), the leader of the gang who practices Hung Fist. Defeated by Wong, Cheng plots revenge. Ip Man has to intervene to protect Wong, in the event; he meets Master Hung (Sammo Hung) who accused Ip Man of violating the rules of the Wushu society. In order to teach Wushu in Hong Kong, Ip Man has to accept challenges from masters of different Wushu sect. Ip Man accepts and defeats all masters except Master Hung whose skills are on par with Ip Man. Thus Ip Man gains the respect of Master Hung.
Master Hung gives Ip Man a ticket to watch “King of Boxing Competition” featuring a cold-blooded boxer, Twister who eventually wins the title. Cheng and a few others then perform a wushu sequence as entertainment. Twister thinks that it is a joke and beats up the performers on stage. This act angers Ip Man the other wushu masters present, resulting in a fight between Twister and them.
Ip Man puts up a good fight, showing his indomitable spirit. The westerners touched by his spirit, start to cheer for Ip Man. At last Ip Man uses Master Hung’s famous move to beat Twister, claiming back the lost dignity for the Chinese.
Wing Chun then becomes more popular in Hong Kong. In 1956, Wong brings a young man to become Ip Man’s student. This student named Bruce Lee later becomes the famous action movie star of his era.
Genre: Comics/Action Director: Jon Favreau Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Mickey Rourke, Scarlett Johansson, Samuel L. Jackson, Sam Rockwell, Clark Gregg, Olivia Munn, Kate Mara, Garry Shandling RunTime: 2 hrs 4 mins Released By: UIP Rating: PG (Action Violence) Official Website: http://www.ironmanmovie.com/ Opening Day: 30 April 2010
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Paramount Pictures and Marvel Entertainment present the highly anticipated sequel to the blockbuster film based on the legendary Marvel Super Hero "Iron Man", reuniting director Jon Favreau and Oscar nominee Robert Downey Jr. In "Iron Man 2", the world is aware that billionaire inventor Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) is the armored Super Hero Iron Man. Under pressure from the government, the press and the public to share his technology with the military, Tony is unwilling to divulge the secrets behind the Iron Man armor because he fears the information will slip into the wrong hands. With Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow), and James "Rhodey" Rhodes (Don Cheadle) at his side, Tony forges new alliances and confronts powerful new forces.
A man arrives in the city upon news of a potential terrorist strike in Italy. He is Japanese foreign diplomat, Kosaku Kuroda (Yuji Oda), and he’s here under orders of his supervisor at the Foreign Ministry, Hiroshi Kataoka (Kiichi Nakai), to aid in the safeguarding of Japanese citizens. Kuroda’s main contacts at the Japanese embassy consist of Ambassador Kikuhara (Akira Onodera), Counselor Nishino (Shiro Sano), and fellow diplomatic envoys Haba (Nene Ohtsuka) and Tanimoto (Atsushi Ito). All are busy preparing for the visit of Japanese Foreign Minister Kawagoe (Mitsuru Hirata) due to arrive for the high-profile G8 foreign minister’s meeting. Meanwhile, somewhere on the festively-lit streets of the city, a young Japanese girl has suddenly gone missing. Is it an abduction simply for ransom? Or could it be a prelude to terror?
Genre: Romance/Comedy Director: Mark Steven Johnson Cast: Kristen Bell, Josh Duhanel, Jon Heder, Alexis Dziena, Will Arnett, Angelica Huston, Dax Shepard, Danny DeVito, Don Johnson, Lee Pace RunTime: 1 hr 31 mins Released By: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Rating: PG (Some Nudity) Official Website: http://touchstone.movies.go.com/wheninrome/ Opening Day: 25 March 2010
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An ambitious young New Yorker (KRISTEN BELL), disillusioned with romance, takes a whirlwind trip to Rome where she defiantly plucks magic coins from a “foolish” fountain of love, inexplicably igniting the passion of an odd group of suitors: a sausage magnate (DANNY DEVITO), a street magician (JON HEDER), an adoring painter (WILL ARNETT) and a self-admiring model (DAX SHEPARD). But when a charming reporter (JOSH DUHAMEL) pursues her with equal zest, how will she know if his love is the real thing?
Genre: Fantasy/Adventure Director: Tim Burton Cast: Johnny Depp, Anne Hathaway, Helena Bonham Carter, Crispin Glover, Matt Lucas, Marton Csokas, Tim Pigott-Smith, Lindsay Duncan, Geraldine James, Leo Bill, Jemma Powell, Mairi Ella Challen and Mia Wasikowska, Alan Rickman, Stephen Fry, Michael Sheen, Timothy Spall, Christopher Lee, Paul Whitehouse, Barbara Windsor RunTime: 1 hr 48 mins Released By: Walt Disney Pictures Rating: PG (Some Violence) Official Website: http://adisney.go.com/disneypictures/aliceinwonderland/ Opening Day: 4 March 2010
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From Walt Disney Pictures and visionary director Tim Burton comes an epic 3D fantasy adventure ALICE IN WONDERLAND, a magical and imaginative twist on some of the most beloved stories of all time. JOHNNY DEPP stars as the Mad Hatter and MIA WASIKOWSKA as 19-year-old Alice, who returns to the whimsical world she first encountered as a young girl, reuniting with her childhood friends: the White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, the Dormouse, the Caterpillar, the Cheshire Cat, and of course, the Mad Hatter. Alice embarks on a fantastical journey to find her true destiny and end the Red Queen’s reign of terror.
Genre: Comedy/Romance Director: Anne Fletcher Cast: Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds, Malin Akerman, Craig T. Nelson, Mary Steenburgen, Denis O'Hare, Betty White RunTime: 1 hr 48 mins Released By: BVI Rating: PG Official Website: http://www.theproposalmovie.co.uk/ Opening Day: 20 August 2009
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When high-powered book editor Margaret (SANDRA BULLOCK) faces deportation to her native Canada, the quick-thinking exec declares that she’s actually engaged to her unsuspecting put-upon assistant Andrew (RYAN REYNOLDS), who she’s tormented for years. He agrees to participate in the charade, but with a few conditions of his own. The unlikely couple heads to Alaska to meet his quirky family (MARY STEENBURGEN, CRAIG T. NELSON, BETTY WHITE) and the always-in-control city girl finds herself in one comedic fish-out-of-water situation after another. With an impromptu wedding in the works and an immigration official on their tails, Margaret and Andrew reluctantly vow to stick to the plan despite the precarious consequences.
In Mandarin with English subtitles Genre: Thriller Director: Soi Cheang Cast: Louis Koo, Richie Jen, Michelle Ye, Lam Suet, Fung Shui-Fan RunTime: 1 hr 27 mins Released By: Shaw Rating: PG (Some Disturbing Scenes) Official Website: Opening Day: 24 September 2009
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A self-styled “accident choreographer,” the Brain is a professional hitman who kills his victims by trapping them in well crafted “accidents” that look like unfortunate mishaps but are in fact perfectly staged acts of crime. Perennially plagued with guilt, he is also suspicious and morbid by nature. The recent avalanche of memories of his lost wife does not make things any easier.
After one mission accidentally goes wrong, causing the life of one of his men, the Brain is convinced that this accident has been choreographed: someone is out there plotting to terminate him and his team. He becomes increasingly paranoid, walking on the thin line between reality and delusion.
When he discovers that a mysterious insurance agent Fong is somewhat related one of the “accidents” he has staged, the Brain becomes obsessed that this man must be the mastermind behind a conspiracy to take him out. To regain his sanity and to save his life, he must strive to kill Fong before he makes his next move.
Genre: Comedy Director: Chan Hing Kar Cast: Louis Koo, Lau Ching Wan, Josie Ho, Cherrie Ying, Stephy Tang, Jo Kuk, Wong You Nam, Lam Suet, Jacky Heung RunTime: 2 hrs 2 mins Released By: Cathay-Keris Films Rating: PG Opening Day: 29 October 2009
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Randy (Louis Koo) is the heir to a major casino business, but has never been interested to inherit the gaming empire after his father’s death. While Uno (Lau Ching Wan) has been helping to run the business, he has every intention for Randy to take over the business empire. Randy is obsessed with online gaming of Texas Hold 'Em Poker and Uno takes the opportunity to put Randy in a real tournament. Randy is put through some hardship before he learns the art of the game. Along the way, Randy falls in love with Smiley (Cherrie Ying), a girl who has a winning streak at the casino. Meanwhile, Uno starts a relationship with rival casino owner Ms Fong (Josie Ho). At the end of the championship match, the two top players – Randy and Uno face off against each other. As the last hand of cards is dealt to the two players, who is going to be the Poker King?
Genre: Drama Director: Lasse Hallstrom Cast: Richard Gere, Joan Allen, Sarah Roemer, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Jason Alexander, Erick Avari, Robert Capron, Davenia McFadden, Robbie Sublett RunTime: 1 hr 33 mins Released By: GV & InnoForm Media Rating: PG Official Website: http://www.hachithemovie.com/ Opening Day: 21 January 2010
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This heartwarming true story is an American adaptation of a Japanese tale about a loyal dog named Hachiko. This very special friend would accompany his master to the train station every day and return each afternoon to greet him after work. Sadly his master departs one day, passes away and never returns to the station. Hachiko faithfully returns to the same spot at the station the very next day, and every day for the next nine years to wait for his beloved master.
During his daily visits, Hachiko touches the lives of many who work near and commute through the town square. He teaches the local people love, compassion and above all unyielding loyalty. Today, a bronze statue of Hachiko sits in his waiting spot outside the Shibuya station in Japan as a permanent reminder of his devotion and love.
Genre: Action/Historical/Drama Director: Teddy Chen Cast: Donnie Yen, Leon Lai, Wang Xueqi, Nicholas Tse, Tong Leung Ka-fai, Hu Jun, Simon Yam, Eric Tsang, Li Yuchun, Fan Bing-bing, Zhou Yun, Wang Po-chieh, Mengke Bateer, Michelle Reis, Xing Yu, Zhang Hanyu, Jacky Cheung RunTime: 2 hrs 18 mins Released By: Scorpio East Pictures, MediaCorp Raintree Pictures and Golden Village Pictures Rating: PG (Some Violence) Official Website: http://www.bodyguardsandassassins.com Opening Day: 17 December 2009
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1905, City of Victoria (British Colony of Hong Kong) In the distance of thirteen blocks, the one man who holds a nation’s fate must survive relentless attempts on his life with only five bodyguards to protect him. Against hundreds of assassins, these men must put their courage to the test in order to protect the hopes of millions in this perilous night even if it means fighting to the death…
Genre: Adventure/Action/Sci-Fi Director: James Cameron Cast: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Stephen Lang, Michelle Rodriguez, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Sigourney Weaver RunTime: 2 hrs 42 mins Released By: 20th Century Fox Rating: PG (Battle Scenes) Official Website: http://www.avatarmovie.com/ Opening Day: 17 December 2009
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Avatar, a fantasy-adventure from the director of Titanic, is set in a world never before experienced, depicted in ways you’ve never seen. Visionary filmmaker James Cameron takes us to a spectacular planet, where a reluctant hero embarks on a journey of redemption and discovery as he leads a heroic battle to save a civilization from powerful, Earth-based corporate forces. Avatar breaks new ground in delivering a fully immersive, emotional story.
First, the Mayan calendar predicted it...Now, science has confirmed it...but we never imagined it could really happen.
Genre: Action/Thriller/Sci-Fi Director: Roland Emmerich Cast: John Cusack, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Amanda Peet, Oliver Platt, Thandie Newton, Danny Glover, Liam James, Lily Morgan, Woody Harrelson RunTime: 2 hrs 37 mins Released By: Columbia TriStar Rating: PG (Intense Sequences And Some Disturbing Scenes) Official Website: http://www.whowillsurvive2012.com/ Opening Day: 12 November 2009
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Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. "2012" is an epic adventure about a global cataclysm that brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.
Genre: Horror/Thriller Director: Oren Peli Cast: Katie Featherston, Micah Sloat, Mark Friedrichs, Amber Armstrong, Ashley Palmer RunTime: 1 hr 26 mins Released By: GV Rating: NC-16 Official Website: http://www.paranormalactivity-movie.com/ Opening Day: 12 November 2009
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After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be somehow demonic but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.
Genre: Comedy/CG Animation Director: Betty Thomas Cast: Jason Lee, Anna Faris, Zachary Levi, Christina Applegate, David Cross, Justin Long, Matthew Gray Gubler, Amy Poehler, Jesse McCartney RunTime: 1 hr 28 mins Rating: PG Official Website: http://munkyourself.com/ Opening Day: 24 December 2009
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In the “Squeakquel,” pop sensations Alvin, Simon and Theodore end up in the care of Dave Seville’s twenty-something nephew Toby (Zachary Levi). The boys must put aside music superstardom to return to school, and are tasked with saving the school’s music program by winning the $25,000 prize in a battle of the bands. But the Chipmunks unexpectedly meet their match in three singing chipmunks known as “The Chipettes” – Brittany, Eleanor and Jeanette. Romantic and musical sparks are ignited when the Chipmunks and Chipettes square off.
Genre: Comedy/Romance Director: Mark Waters Cast: Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Garner, Breckin Meyer, Lacey Chabert, Emma Stone, Anne Archer, Robert Forster, Michael Douglas RunTime: 1 hr 40 mins Released By: Warner Bros Rating: PG Official Website: http://www.ghostsofgirlfriendspastmovie.com/ Opening Day: 11 June 2009
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World-famous fashion photographer Colin Mead (Matthew McConaughey) is the prototypical playboy: He’s handsome, confident, and successful…especially with the ladies. He lives life in the fast lane with no emotional connections, no regrets. He seems to have everything he could ever want – everything but love. But Colin doesn’t believe in love; he’s spent a lifetime avoiding it. All that changes when Colin heads home one weekend for his little brother’s wedding where he is confronted with his past…or rather ghosts of his girlfriends past. A Scrooge-like take on the classic romantic comedy, The Ghosts of Girlfriends Past is a clever, charming and uproariously funny trip down memory lane that’s going to turn Colin Mead’s world upside down.
Genre: Fantasy/Adventure Director: David Yates Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Helena Bonham Carter, David Bradley, Jim Broadbent, Jessie Cave, Robbie Coltrane, Warwick Davis, Frank Dillane, Tom Felton, Michael Gambon, Matthew Lewis, Evanna Lynch, Helen McCrory, Alan Rickman, Maggie Smith, Natalia Tena, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Julie Walters, David Thewlis, Bonnie Wright RunTime: 2 hrs 20 mins Released By: Warner Bros Rating: PG Official Website: http://www.harrypotter.com/ Opening Day: 16 July 2009
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Voldemort is tightening his grip on both the Muggle and wizarding worlds and Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was. Harry suspects that dangers may even lie within the castle, but Dumbledore is more intent upon preparing him for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching. Together they work to find the key to unlock Voldemort’s defenses and, to this end, Dumbledore recruits his old friend and colleague, the well-connected and unsuspecting bon vivant Professor Horace Slughorn, whom he believes holds crucial information. Meanwhile, the students are under attack from a very different adversary as teenage hormones rage across the ramparts. Harry finds himself more and more drawn to Ginny, but so is Dean Thomas. And Lavender Brown has decided that Ron is the one for her, only she hadn't counted on Romilda Vane's chocolates! And then there's Hermione, simpering with jealously but determined not to show her feelings. As romance blossoms, one student remains aloof. He is determined to make his mark, albeit a dark one. Love is in the air, but tragedy lies ahead and Hogwarts may never be the same again.
Genre: Action Director: Stephen Sommers Cast: Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Christopher Eccleston, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Byung Hun Lee, Sienna Miller, Rachel Nichols, Ray Park, Said Taghmaoui, Channing Tatum, Marlon Wayans, Dennis Quaid RunTime: 1 hr 47 mins Released By: UIP Rating: PG (Violence) Official Website: http://www.gijoemovie.com/ Opening Day: 6 August 2009
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Paramount Pictures and Hasbro, whose previous collaboration was the worldwide blockbuster "Transformers," join forces with Spyglass Entertainment for another extraordinary action-adventure "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra." From the Egyptian desert to deep below the polar ice caps, the elite G.I. JOE team uses the latest in next-generation spy and military equipment to fight the corrupt arms dealer Destro and the growing threat of the mysterious Cobra organization to prevent them from plunging the world into chaos.
