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Beyond the Gates - Trailer
Joe Connor has come to teach in Rwanda because he believes he can make a difference. When the school becomes a haven for thousands of Rwandans fleeing the genocide, Joe promises his brightest pupil, Marie, that the UN soldiers will protect her from the hordes of extremist militia baying for blood outside the school. But when the UN abandon the refugees, Joe and the school’s headmaster, Father Christopher, face an agonizing dilemma: should they leave or should they stand firm with the Rwandans. As the UN trucks force their way through the terrified refugees, Joe stares at the tear stained face of Marie: what should he do?

So Goes the Nation
A documentary look at campaigning in Ohio during the 2004 elections. [Not rated]

Fratricide
This drama follows a group of Kurdish immigrants in Germany, which proves to be no better than the troubled homeland they left behind. [Not rated]

So Goes the Nation
A documentary look at campaigning in Ohio during the 2004 elections. [Not rated]

Ghost Rider
This Marvel Comics adaptation (which was filmed two years ago) stars Nicolas Cage as motorcycle stuntman Johnny Blaze, who uses his supernatural powers to do battle with the devil’s son. [Rated PG-13]

Blood Diamond
Cinema Review: Oscar nominees Leonardo DiCaprio and Djimon Hounsou star with Jennifer Connelly in this gritty African adventure about one man’s quest for a fabulous diamond and another man’s search for his family. Review by Kevin O’Reilly.

Lucky You - Trailer 4
In Lucky You, a professional poker player (Eric Bana) gets a lesson in life from a struggling singer (Drew Barrymore) as he collides with his estranged father (Robert Duvall) at the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas.

F*ck
Steve Anderson’s documentary examines the four-letter word of its title in great-detail. We’re still waiting for the sequel, “Frak.” [Not rated]

Fratricide
This drama follows a group of Kurdish immigrants in Germany, which proves to be no better than the troubled homeland they left behind. [Not rated]

23% The Quiet
This psychological thriller’s talented cast is undercut by leaden pacing and a problematic plot.