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10 book-to-movie adaptations coming this holiday season

These movies adapted from both children's and adult books are hitting the screen this holiday season.
In Pictures: Oscar's red carpet runway
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The Avengers: movie review (+trailer)

Our intrepid reviewer feels 'The Avengers' might be a tad on the long side, but the 3-D version is worth it.
'The Avengers' ensemble debuts to big overseas box office (+video)

'The Avengers' works thanks to the narrative of teamwork crafted by Joss Whedon. The film took in $185 million in the first weekend. The Avengers opens Friday in the US.
'We Bought a Zoo' starring Matt Damon: movie review (VIDEO)

In 'We Bought a Zoo,' Matt Damon plays a widower with two kids who takes an unconventional approach to turning his life around.
10 book-to-movie adaptations coming this holiday season

These movies adapted from both children's and adult books are hitting the screen this holiday season.
Scarlett Johansson cellphone pictures aren't all that smart phone hackers are after

As more and more corporate and personal business is done via mobile devices and social media, it is more than Scarlett Johansson cell phone pictures that are being hacked.
Aleph

From lurid sexual fantasies to New Age platitudes, “Aleph” marks a low point for Paulo Coelho.
Carmageddon in Los Angeles: So what was the big deal anyway?

Carmageddon – warnings about traffic mayhem when Los Angeles had to close I-405 for a weekend – turns out to have been not such a big deal. Most Angelenos just stayed home.
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Emma Stone may star in 'Pride and Prejudice and Zombies'

‘Amazing Spider-Man’ actress Emma Stone has been offered the role of Elizabeth Bennet in director Craig Gillespie’s ‘Pride and Prejudice and Zombies’ adaptation. Bradley Cooper and James McAvoy are rumored to be potential Mr. Darcys to Emma Stone's Ms. Bennet.
Obama in California: The good, the bad, and the $35,800 dinner plate

President Obama made his two-day, six-stop trip to California to raise money and rally his base. Along the way, he drew cheers at Facebook headquarters and hecklers in San Francisco.
In Pictures: Oscar's red carpet runway
In Pictures: Natalie Portman's roles
Comic-Con attendees dazzled by 'Tron,' 'Harry Potter,' and 'Avengers' teasers

Comic-Con, the sci-fi and fantasy themed convention in San Diego, was a four-day extravaganza of light cycles, wizards, and superheroes.
Samuel L. Jackson announces 'Avengers' cast

Samuel L. Jackson, making an appearance at Comic-Con in San Diego, announced who will be portraying the superheros that make up the Avengers for the upcoming film.
Edward Norton lacks 'creativity,' won't play Hulk in Avengers movie, says Marvel

Edward Norton will not be reprising his role as the Hulk and his alter-ego Bruce Banner in the upcoming 'Avengers' film. A statement from Marvel says that Edward Norton, who has twice been nominated for an Oscar, lacks the 'creativity and collaborative spirit' needed for the role.
Tony Awards TV ratings down. Big competition from Celtics, Lakers and 'True Blood.'

Tony Awards TV ratings down 6% from 2009 despite big star power. Celtics, Lakers Game 5 and new season of 'True Blood' competed in time slot.
Tony Awards: Sean Hayes calls Tonys "World Cup of Show tunes"

Tony Awards: "Welcome to the Tonys," said host Sean Hayes when it began — "the World Cup of show tunes."
Iron Man 2: review

Iron Man 2 review: Like the original megablockbuster, Iron Man 2 draws heavily on Robert Downey Jr.’s quirky performance as the superhero to keep the energy focused.
As 'Iron Man 2' showtimes fill up, Hollywood hunts next comic book hero

'Iron Man 2' showtimes are selling out fast. How does a lesser-known comic book character become a multimillion-dollar movie franchise? Star power, a solid story, and a little help from the real world.
Tony nominations 2010: angst over nods to Hollywood stars

The American Theatre Wing's 2010 Tony nominations list, released Tuesday morning, includes Hollywood heavy-hitters like Denzel Washington and Scarlett Johannson.
Iron Man 2: Robert Downey Jr. returns as superhero

Iron Man 2: Robert Downey Jr. is joined by Gwyneth Paltrow, Scarlett Johansson, Mickey Rourke, and Don Cheadle in the sequel to the 2008 superhero blockbuster.
Schwarzenegger signs bill to crack down on paparazzi

The law will toughen existing regulations on paparazzi, but it could be challenged in court on First Amendment grounds.
King of my own (Internet) domain!

Column: The liberalization of Internet domain names will help companies, but it will also make the Web way more complicated.
Review: 'He's Just Not That Into You'

How to read the signals of the opposite sex – or not, as this romantic comedy demonstrates.
Review: 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona

Set in sun-burnished Spain, Woody Allen's latest offering celebrates as well as pokes fun at hot-blooded Latin stereotypes.
CD reviews: Scarlett Johansson, Sonny Landreth, Curt Smith

An actress's not-quite-starring role, gourmet guitar, and an '80s icon's return.