Reel Life With Jane
Feb 01 Reel Life with Jane -- February 2012
Stranded whales, Jedi warriors, and tiny Borrowers are heading to theaters this month. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new in theaters and on DVD/Blu-ray in February. BIG MIRACLE PG for language. In theaters 2/03. OK for kids 7+. Reel Preview: 3.5 out of 5 Reels. http://www.everybodyloveswhales.com/ Based on the book Freeing the Whales by Thomas Rose, this real-life tale begins with small-town news reporter Adam Carlson (John Krasinski) looking | read more…
Jan 01 Reel Life with Jane -- January 2012
The new year opens with an old favorite as the classic tale of Beauty and the Beast returns to theaters in 3D. Also this month: Meryl Streep as Margaret Thatcher, Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton as squabbling choir singers, and Marley as an adorable puppy. Here’s what’s new in theaters and on DVD/Blu-ray in January: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (3D) Rated G. In theaters 1/13. OK for kids 4+. Reel | read more…
Dec 01 Reel Life with Jane -- December 2011
Steven Spielberg brings the classic Tintin to the big screen, Garry Marshall helms another romantic comedy, and Matt Damon buys a zoo. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new in theaters and on DVD/Blu-ray in December. NEW YEAR’S EVE Not yet rated; like PG-13. In theaters 12/09. OK for kids 14+. Reel Preview: 3.5 out of 5 Reels. http://newyearsevemovie.warnerbros.com/ This movie wasn’t rated at press time, but I hope it | read more…
Nov 01 Reel Life with Jane -- November 2011
Kermit the Frog, Edward and Bella’s baby, and Mumble the Penguin are heading to the big screen in November. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new in theaters and on DVD/Blu-ray. TOWER HEIST PG-13 for language and sexual content. In theaters 11/04. OK for kids 14+. Reel Preview: 3.5 out of 5 Reels. http://www.towerheist.net/ This is the year of the Wall Street protest, both in real life and on the | read more…
Sep 30 Reel Life with Jane -- October 2011
Hugh Jackman mixes it up with some giant robots, a classic dance movie gets a remake, and those swashbuckling musketeers return to the big screen. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new in theaters and on DVD this October. REAL STEEL PG-13 for some violence, intense action, and brief language. In theaters 10/7. OK for kids 13+. Reel Preview: 3.5 out of 5 Reels. http://www.steelgetsreal.com/ It seems we haven’t had | read more…
Sep 01 Reel Life with Jane -- September 2011
A secret moon mission, a chick-flick adaptation, and The Lion King (in 3D!) are headed to the big screen this month. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new in theaters and on DVD/Blu-ray in September. APOLLO 18 Not yet rated; likely PG-13. In theaters 9/2. OK for kids 13+. Reel Preview: 3.5 out of 5 Reels. http://www.apollo18movie.net/ Pop quiz! Apollo 17, which launched in December 1972, was the last official | read more…
Jul 29 Reel Life with Jane -- August 2011
Apes on the move, ear candy for Gleeks, and the adventures of a few Spy Kids are on tap for August. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new in theaters and on DVD/Blu-ray. THE SMURFS Reel Rating: 2.5 out of 5 Reels MPAA Rating: PG for some mild rude humor and action Released in Theaters: July 29, 2011 (2D & 3D) Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family, Fantasy Runtime: 103 minutes Directed | read more…
Jul 01 Reel Life with Jane -- July 2011
A mish-mash of characters are flocking onto the big screen, including those loveable Smurfs, the Hundred Acre Wood gang, and Harry Potter and Lord Voldemort. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new in theaters and on DVD/Blu-ray in July. HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS PART 2 Reel Rating: 5 out of 5 Reels MPAA Rating: PG-13 for some intense fight/action sequences and frightening images Released in Theaters: July 15 | read more…
Jun 01 Reel Life with Jane -- June 2011
I’m super-excited about all the great movies coming out this month! There are lots of great flicks to look forward to, including a new X-Men installment, that kid-lit icon Judy Moody’s film debut, and those loveable Cars, speeding off on an international thrill-ride. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new in theaters and on DVD/Blu-ray in June. MR. POPPER’S PENGUINS Reel Rating: 4 out of 5 Reels MPAA Rating: PG | read more…
Apr 29 Reel Life with Jane -- May 2011
A magical warrior, some kind-hearted stable animals, and Captain Jack Sparrow arrive in theaters this month. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new on DVD and the big screen in May. WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Reel Rating: 4 out of 5 Reels MPAA Rating: PG-13 for moments of intense violence and sexual content Released in Theaters: April 22, 2011 Genre: Drama, Based on a Book Runtime: 122 minutes Directed by: Francis | read more…
