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15% Eragon
Written by a teenager (and it shows), Eragon presents nothing new to the “hero s journey” story archetype. In movie terms, this movie looks and sounds like Lord of the Rings and plays out like a bad Star Wars rip-off. The movie spins the tale of a peasant boy who is suddenly entrusted with a dragon and must, with the help of a mentor, train, grow strong, and defeat an evil emperor. The way the critics picture it, the makers of Eragon should soon be expecting an annoyed phone call from George Lucas.

‘Ghost Rider’ Stays in the Saddle
Though taking the usual comic book plunge, Ghost Rider held onto the top spot with an estimated $19.7 million, fending off The Number 23…
by Brandon Gray

France to OK Louvre annex in Abu Dhabi (AP)
AP - France’s culture minister will approve the construction of an annex to the Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi, his office said Saturday, despite criticism in art circles that the government is playing loose with France’s artistic treasures.

Beauty for the Baby Boomers (Fashion Wire Daily)

Fashion Wire Daily - If Jennifer Hudson’s recent Oscar win gave a boost to full-figured women everywhere, then Helen Mirren’s golden statue victory certainly gives women over 40 a chance to hold their heads up high.

Craig Brewer and Quint have a nice long chat about everything from GATOR BAIT to BLACK SNAKE MOAN!!
Ahoy, squirts! Quint here with the first of my Sundance interviews….

Awards Power Rankings: Best Director
The latest contenders in the race for Best Director as of Thursday, February 22, 2007

Friday Box Office Analysis: 2/17/07
Five new releases hit theaters this weekend, and most of them actually make money!