At the Movies: The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus

Enter the world of Terry Gilliam’s “The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus” and you’ll soon discover that it’s unlike any other traveling theater production. Doctor Parnassus (Christopher Plummer) invites viewers into a fantasy where far-fetched desires seem possible if they will go through the aging mirror on his stage. From a ride on a gondola with a dreamy lover to an endless supply of designer shoes, the film straddles two worlds: the realistic modern-day London where the struggles of everyday life are clear and CGI fantasyland where nothing seems out of reach (but probably should be).

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At the Movies: Crazy Heart


From award shows to tabloids to endless paparazzi photographs, Americans have access to nearly everything related to celebrities. However, they don’t often see stars’ existences once their spotlight has faded. Scott Cooper’s directorial debut, “Crazy Heart,” focuses on one man’s journey after fame and his efforts to return to his glory days.

Viewers come across Bad Blake, a fallen country singer who will play just about anywhere as long as liquor is nearby, as he prepares for his latest gig at a bowling alley.

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