The Grandmaster
The legacy of martial arts on the big screen is different from the legacy of…
Capsule reviews for Aug. 23
Drinking Buddies A capable cast helps bolster this otherwise slight drama about sexual tension and…
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
Witches, werewolves, vampires and demons converge on contemporary New York in The Mortal Instruments: City…
The week’s DVDs begin in a small Paris apartment:
DVDs for August 20 by Boo Allen This week, we begin in a small…
The Butler
The premise for The Butler holds plenty of intrigue. There’s a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of…
Jobs
When it comes to technology, the late Steve Jobs was one of the most fascinating…
Kick-Ass 2
Another how-to manual on becoming a superhero, Kick-Ass 2 is a modestly clever but ultimately…
Capsule reviews for Aug. 16
Ain’t Them Bodies Saints There’s a hint of redemption in this evocative, character-driven Western from…