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Hail Caesar!
- Directed by The
Coen Brothers
(No Country For
Old Men), this
film is about a
Hollywood agent
in the 1950s work-
ing to keep the
stars in line. You can wait for this one on DVD. Made $11M. (Bud- get $22M). **1⁄2
Kung Fu Panda 3 - Coming off two blockbusters, Kung Fu Panda’s Po (voiced by Jack Black) must face two different threats: 1. a supernatural fighter and. 2.try- ing to train his family to fight. This film was surprisingly good and it moved fast from scene to scene. Must see for kids and adults. Still No. 1 at box office. Made $69M. (Budget N/A). ****
The Boy (2016) - An Ameri- can nanny is hired to be the nanny of a life-sized doll. After a few dis- turbing events, the nanny begins to believe the doll is alive. Had po- tential to be a really scary film. Disappointed. Made $26M. (Bud- get $10M). **1⁄2
Ride Along 2 - Produced by St. Pete native Will Packer and di- rected by Tim Story, Ben (Kevin Hart) and soon-to be- brother- in- law James (Ice Cube) travel to Miami to bring down a drug dealer who’s supplying the deal- ers of Atlanta. A light comedy with a few laughs. This should be the last film for this franchise. Made $77M. (Budget $40M). **1⁄2
13th Hour: The Secret Sol- diers Of Benghazi - A security team (John Krasinski, James Dale) are forced to defend a U. S. compound when the American Ambassador is ambushed. Based on a true story, Director Michael Bay (Transformer) did a great job with this 2 hrs./40 mins. intense drama. Made $47M. (Budget $50M). ****
The Revenant - A western tracker or frontier man (Leonardo DiCaprio) seeking fur back in the 1820s fights for survival after being mauled by a bear and left for dead by members (Tom Hardy) of his hunting team. A brutal and real life display of sur- vival from the weather, Indians, and animals. DiCaprio won best actor/drama, Alejandro Inarritu- best director and the film won for best movie at the Golden Globe. Amazing film work by the direc- tor. 2 hrs./40 mins. long. Made $149M. (Budget $135M). ****
Star Wars: The Force Awakens - After the defeat of the Galactic Empire, the evil First Order attempts to rule the galaxy. A group of unexpected heroes (Daisy Ridley, John Boyega and Harrison Ford) join forces with the Resistance to try and stop a younger Dark Vader, Kylo Ren (Adam Driver). Director J. J. Abrams (Mission Impossible 3) did a great job keeping this 7th blockbuster franchise moving in a fast pace. Largest box office week- end of All-Time in the U. S. mak- ing $238M. Made $906M / Foreign $1B. (Budget N/A). ****
SOAPS
BOLD AND THE BEAU- TIFUL - Steffy finally gets the call she’s been waiting to re- ceive. Thomas opens up to Car- oline. Two couples prepare to take their relationships to the next level. Thomas rushes Car- oline to the emergency room. Caroline learns important in- formation.
DAYS OF OUR LIVES - A dangerous fire breaks out at Hope’s house! John resolves to bring down the agency that made him an assassin – much to Marlena’s dismay. It’s Valen- tine’s Day in Salem! Theresa, Nicole, Abigail, Rafe, Ciara, and Ava have very telling, cinematic dreams about their various ro- mantic predicaments, with a different genre of movie serving as the backdrop for each one.
GENERAL HOSPITAL- Liz finds comfort in a surprising place. Hayden takes note of Tracy’s behavior. Nathan re- mains a bit uneasy when around Dillon. Liz’s emotional reckoning comes to a head. Nathan and Maxie go to ex- tremes to reunite Dante and Lulu. Several are summoned to the reading of Helena’s will.
YOUNG AND THE REST- LESS - Patty is visited by Dylan and Paul. Victor brings Sum- mer into the fold at Newman Enterprises. Phyllis puts her plan in motion. Nikki and Vic- tor work together. Luca talks to Adam.
HOROSCOPES
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — You’re especially clever with words over the next few days. There’s no such thing as a stupid question, but your timing could be off. Review, study, as- similate and express your view.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Tap another source of revenue. The next two days are good for business. There’s money coming in (and going out). Pay bills before splurging.
Aries (March 21-April 19) — You’re getting stronger. Ask for what you want. The conver- sation is half the fun. Things fall together for you. Balance men- tal, emotional and spiritual health with regular practices.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Finish up tasks today and tomorrow. Your intuition is especially strong. Think about what you really want, and imag- ine it happening. Map the steps and begin.
Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Group and community activ- ities go far over the next two days. Make sure what you build is solid. Pass along what you’re learning. Friends show you a view you hadn’t considered.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Take on more responsibility. Make decisions and strategize your professional plan. You can solve a puzzle. A rise in status is possible. Provide valuable infor- mation and your influence grows.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) —
You’d rather play than work for the next few days. Get into an expansion phase. Write down long-range goals. Travel and ad- venture suit your ambitions. Study and plan your itinerary.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Study ways to make and keep money. Handle financial mat- ters today and tomorrow. To avoid problems, play by the book. Review your budget, and set logical steps to attain goals.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Strengthen a partnership with love and attention over the next few days. Negotiate shared plans. Listen, and speak your piece. Together, you can move mountains. Support each other.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Focus on your work for the next couple of days. The pace is picking up. Pour on the steam, and check tasks off your list. The excellent job you’ve been doing reflects well on you.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Romance and passion recur as themes today and to- morrow. Someone nearby has your attention. Use your charms and wit. Savor conversation. Practice your arts. The more you play, the more you grow.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Get fully into a household project. Family comes first today and tomorrow. Play with long-term plans, and take steps toward fulfilling a dream. Dou- ble-check materials, and com- pare prices. Make necessary upgrades.
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