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8 Prepare to clear your social schedule - for your local cinema is set to bring some mesmerising flicks your way this autumn. the end is nigh for our favourite wizardry franchise. filming has recently wrapped on the harry Potter set and the first part of the grand finale, harry Potter and the Deathly hallows: Part 1, is sweeping onto screens in eyepopping 3D in november. there’s drama aplenty to absorb and captivate this season.

Julia Roberts embarks on a soulsearching journey in eat Pray love while the sequel to Oliver Stone’s Oscar-winning 1987 film, Wall Street: money never Sleeps, sees michael Douglas reprise his role as gordon gekko for another gripping instalment. add some rib-tickling comedies and fun family films into the mix, and you can look forward to some fabulous flights of fancy at the cinema over the coming months. Rebecca

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locally ............................................ 04 merlin’s world ................................. 06 alpha and omega .......................... 09 buried ............................................. 09 harry potter .................................... 10 cyrus .................................................12 Despicable me..................................12 Dinner for schmucks ........................ 13 eat pray love..................................... 13 the hole / Jonah hex ....................... 14 legends of the Guardians................. 15 charlie st cloud................................. 15 film Directory .................................... 16 tamara Drewe ................................... 18 the other Guys ................................. 18 red / resident evil: afterlife ............ 19 vampires suck ................................... 20 saw vii 3D .......................................... 20 sequel to paranormal activity ......... 21 the social network ........................... 21 the switch / takers........................... 22 the town ............................................ 23 wall street: money never sleeps ...... 23 future films .................................... 24 merlin news .................................... 26 merlin’s Devon cinemas ................. 28

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Bedroom Farce MoNdAy 27th SepteMBer - SAturdAy 2Nd octoBer

8 Booking is open for Peter hall’s deliciously hilarious and critically acclaimed production of Bedroom Farce which is at the Queen’s Theatre, Barnstaple from Monday 27 September for a week long run.

Emmy Award-winning actress Juliet Mills leads an all-star cast.

Joining her is Hollywood husband Maxwell Caulfield, best known for his starring roles in Dynasty, The Colbys, Grease 2 and most recently Emmerdale.

Also appearing are Bruce Montague, (renowned TV and theatre actor whose credits include Leonard in Carla Lane’s Butterflies and the Queen’s Theatre pantomime), Clare Wilkie, (who played Sandra Di Marco in EastEnders), Oliver Boot, Julia Mallam and Ayden Callaghan.

Four couples, three bedrooms, two celebrations, one blazing row and an illicit kiss (or two)! Alan Ayckbourn’s ingenious comedy shines a brilliant spotlight onto the trials and tribulations of suburban marriage.

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8 Thriller Live is a spectacular, high-octane show celebrating the career of the World’s undisputed King of Pop - Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5. Thriller Live marks the first Jackson’s dedicated live theatrical experience ever!

Moonwalking it’s way around the world, Thriller Live brings to life the sensational dancing and distinctive sound of the Jacksons’ greatest hits. Thriller Live is the first live theatrical experience dedicated to the Jacksons.

Featuring over two hours of hit songs including I Want you Back, ABC, Can You Feel It, Off the Wall, The Way You Make Me Feel, Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Bilie Jean, Dirty Diana, They Don’t Care About Us and Thriller plus many more!

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WHAT’S ON fantasy criMe mind-bending you’re adventure nicked

MUsic singing and notes

faMily keep the kids happy

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sci-fi space and robots

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coMedy a laugh a minute

roMantic slushy love and kissing

action more thrills than Rambo

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ALPHA AND OMEGA

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8 This animated 3D adventure offers a captivating and comical take on the canine class system. Stars Hayden Panettiere of Heroes fame and Justin Long, known for his roles in Die Hard 4.0, Dodgeball and Galaxy Quest, are joined by a strong supporting cast including Lethal Weapon star Danny Glover and the late Hollywood veteran Dennis Hopper.

The story follows Kate and Humphrey who, despite being members of the same wolf pack, would never normally associate. Kate is an Alpha wolf and sits at the top of the pack hierarchy, while Humphrey lingers at the lowest as an Omega. Kate’s sense of discipline and duty starkly contrasts with fun-loving Humphrey’s relaxed take on life and when the two are whisked away from the pack by a park ranger they have to learn to work together to find a way home. And that’s not all. As conflict brews between two rival wolf packs back home, it is down to the duo to restore peace.

Alpha and Omega promises to be a quirky and eyepleasing 3D adventure, well worth a look this October.

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BURIED

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8 Have you ever wanted to know how to get out of a coffin after being buried alive? Without attempting the impossible of punching through six feet of dirt with your fist, Kill Bill-style? Then Buried is the perfect film for you. It’s also essential viewing for anybody who enjoys claustrophobic fear of unbearable proportions.

Ryan Reynolds plays Paul Conway, who is working in Iraq as a U.S. contractor. So far, so good. When he is subjected to a terrifying attack by a group of Iraqis he finds himself trapped inside a coffin, with his oxygen supply quickly running out and only a lighter and a cell phone to his name. So far, not so good any more.

You might think that having an entire film played out inside a coffin is either a brave move, or a particularly stupid one. But with the appropriate location of wartorn Iraq and an undoubtedly realistic performance from Reynolds who’s quickly establishing himself as one of Hollywood’s finest, this film may resonate as the tensest film you’ve ever seen. Matthew Brigden

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THE FIRST KISS

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As the ultimate clash between good and evil looms on the horizon, Joe Cole investigates the penultimate installment of the Harry Potter phenomenon

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the beginning of the end is almost upon us. on November 19th 2010, Harry potter and the Deathly Hallows: part I will sweep onto cinema screens worldwide, and potter fans everywhere will cram into auditoriums with a sense of both anticipation and sadness. this is it. After ten years of magical adventures, Daniel radcliffe and co. are about to make their final bow. Like the desert wanderer about to pour the last drop of water onto his thirsty tongue, we know we’ll have to savour every moment. concern is understandable. What if that golden droplet is tainted and leaves a bad taste in the mouth?

We really don’t want our last memory of Hogwarts to be one of disappointment, do we?

Well let’s step back from this fanatical frenzy for a moment and try to appreciate how important it is, not only for us, but also for the creators of the franchise that the movie doesn’t let us down. If films

such as the Golden compass, percy Jackson and eragon have taught us anything, it’s that adapting a children’s fantasy novel to the screen is a tricky business. Where they have failed, the Harry potter films have thus far been remarkably successful. In fact, they have become so synonymous with the bestselling novels that it is difficult to read the series without picturing radcliffe, emma Watson and rupert Grint in the lead roles. this did not happen by accident. ten years of hard graft has gone into making these films. ten years that, for some of the cast, represents half a lifetime. For them, the Deathly Hallows is the equivalent of the last stroke of the brush, the big exam, and the Quidditch Final all in one. there’s no way in hell they want to get it wrong. perhaps it was for this reason that director David Yates and writer steve Kloves decided to split the film into two parts (the second of which will be released next summer). Yates has pointed out, “there’s so much material in the seventh book that making two films was the best thing we could

have done to adapt it in the right way.” of course, the sceptical amongst us may point out that Warner bros will make twice the profit by releasing two films, and that splitting a story down the middle can completely screw up the narrative pace, as we saw in pirates of the caribbean 2 and 3. the value of these conjectures will be better assessed after the movies have been revealed to the public, but one thing is certain: Harry potter fans are not baulking at the idea of an extra movie.

Indeed, there is a real reluctance on all sides to let the franchise go,

and splitting the Deathly Hallows into two parts, so long as it is done properly, can only be a great thing for everyone.

Having directed the Half blood prince last year, Yates was the natural candidate for the forthcoming movies, as was screenwriter Kloves, who has been responsible for the adaptations since day one. there has been some controversy, however, over the decision to give score composing duties to Alexandre Desplat over fan favorite John Williams, who composed for the first three films.

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scores for New moon, Fantastic mr. Fox and the Golden compass amongst many others, there is no doubting Desplat’s calibre as a musician, but his appointment was not enough to appease certain factions who were holding their breaths for Williams to return. the impression is that the Deathly Hallows will have a rather different feel to the other films. In keeping with J.K. rowling’s own perception of the book, Yates has tried to give part I a road trip vibe. emma Watson described what she thought of the changes: “I feel like I’m on a different film. the other films have this structure.

You know, we come into the Great Hall and there’s the opening talk, and that’s just gone. It’s gone.”

Indeed, a mere glimpse of the trailer reveals a completely distinct aesthetic. With roaming shots over stunning landscapes and battles in the darkest regions of forest, the movie seems to have as much in common with the Lord of the rings trilogy as it does with its predecessors. Whether or not fans will warm to this change remains unknown, but rest assured there will be enough dragons and broomsticks flying around to keep the majority of us in high spirits.

If you’re one of the 400 million or so people who have read the novel, you’ll be well aware of what to expect plot-wise. We join Harry during dark times indeed, with Hogwarts and the ministry of magic in the clutches of the evil Lord Voldemort, whose power is growing by the second. our hero, with his sidekicks in tow, begins a journey Dumbledore set in motion shortly before he died to find and destroy the mysterious Horcruxes, which are key to Voldemort’s eternal life. However, with a price on Harry’s head, this is a journey from which he may never return. so this is the first kiss goodbye. back in June, after his last day on set, radcliffe confessed, “everyone was really devastated. It was really, really sad. We were crying quite a lot.” the chances are that come next summer there will be quite a few muggles doing exactly the same thing. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I is released on 19th November

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The impression is that The Deathly Hallows will have a rather different feel to the other films. In keeping with J.K. Rowling’s own perception of the book, Yates has tried to give Part I a road trip vibe...

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CYRUS

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Director mark Duplass, Jay Duplass Starring John c. reilly, Jonah Hill, marisa tomei, catherine Keener release date 24 September ContEnt icons

8 one of this generation’s most over-looked comedians, John c. reilly (talladega Nights: the ballad of ricky bobby, Walk Hard: the Dewey cox story), is back in another understated comedy, this time opposite rising star Jonah Hill (superbad). seven years after the breakup of his marriage, John is still unlucky in love. then he meets the gorgeous molly. things are going great - until he meets her over-protective 21-year-old son, cyrus, who will stop at nothing to keep his mum to himself. may the best man win. co-starring indie queen catherine Keener (please Give, Where the Wild things Are) as John‘s ex-wife and marisa tomei (the Wrestler, What Women Want) as the woman of his dreams, cyrus is the latest feature from rising indie filmmakers mark and Jay Duplass. the brothers stormed sundance in 2005 with puffy chair and seem to be making their way into the semimainstream while maintaining their integrity.

A favourite amongst festivalgoers and critics, cyrus looks set to prove an antidote to Hollywood’s recent string of formulaic comedies, utilising improvisational techniques to tell a touching and humorous story.

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DESPICABLE ME

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8 Despite their predisposition for evil behaviour, cartoon super villains are often more approachable than their counterparts. From original animated sociopaths such as elmer Fudd and marvin the martian to the lead here, Gru, it’s difficult to think of them as evil when they are so bumbling.

Gru is a criminal mastermind who has a thing for stealing large monuments, such as the Giza pyramids. but when monuments on earth get too small for him the only logical solution is to go interstellar, and Gru sets his sights on the moon. Unfortunately for Gru, a greater challenge arises when he is forced to play father to three children, but will he have time to carry out his dastardly plan if he has to look after the kids?

In scintillating 3D, Despicable me is a perfect family film, blending drama and humour sophisticated enough to be enjoyed by adults with the perfect balance of vibrancy and action to capture children’s imaginations.

Director chris renaud, pierre coffin Starring steve carell, Jason segel, russell brand, Will Arnett, Kristen Wiig release date 15 OctOber ContEnt icons

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DINNER FOR SCHMUCKS

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Director Jay roach Starring steve carell, paul rudd, Jemaine clement, Jeff Dunham, bruce Greenwood release date 3 September CONTENT icons

8 You know there’s always one person at a party you don’t want to be there? Well tim Wagner (rudd) is out to ensure that not only does that guy turn up to the party, but he’s the most idiotic and offensive of the whole night.

A remake of Le Diner de cons, Dinner for schmucks is based on a company’s annual black-tie ‘Dinner for extraordinary people’, where each member competes to invite the most eccentric character for the evening. the problem for tim is that his guest of choice - barry (steve carell on top form) - is so foolish that he manages to end up stuck with tim in his apartment. A severely odd couple if you will. this might seem a daunting remake to take on given the popularity of the original. However, director Jay roach (of meet the parents and meet the Fockers brilliance) should make light work of it and it’s difficult to think of two comedians that could fill these roles more perfectly. this promises to be one of the funniest flicks of the year, and surely will keep conversation alive around any dinner table - even without schmucks.

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EAT PRAY LOVE

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8 based on the bestselling memoir by elizabeth Gilbert, eat pray Love is set to be one of the most enlightening (and undoubtedly one of the cheapest) trips around the world you may ever experience.

Liz Gilbert (roberts) was living the model lifestyle which many only dream of. she had the husband, the house, the career and, from the outside, you’d struggle not to be envious. but the reality was far from ideal. she found herself lost, confused and constantly questioning what she really wanted from life.

Newly divorced and at a crossroads, Gilbert steps out of her comfort zone, risking everything to change her life. eat pray Love chronicles Gilbert’s journey around the world that becomes a quest for selfdiscovery. she travels to Italy and discovers the true pleasure of nourishment, jets over to India, immersing herself in the power of prayer and most unexpectedly, in a heartwarming twist, the inner peace and balance of true love in bali.

Directed by ryan murphy (Glee) and with the flawless roberts as lead, eat pray Love promises to be an unforgettable journey. Jennifer Clayton

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THE HOLE

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8 ‘When the hole is exposed, evil is unleashed.’ this horror draws on the fear-spiking and utterly captivating concept of the unknown. the story centres on brothers Dane (massoglia) and Lucas (Gamble) who leave New York city for the prerequisite sleepy town in the middle of nowhere. cue the twist. their expectations of small town humdrum are superseded not only by the discovery of beautiful nextdoor neighbour-cum-love-interest, Julie (bennett), but also by the discovery of a seemingly bottomless hatch in the floor. strange things begin to happen as the boys and Julie attempt to unravel the secrets behind the terrifying and unexplainable chasm. In order to end the terror, the trio must face their deepest nightmares, as the hole somehow materialises their most deep-seated horrors, unleashing one terrorising phantasm after another.

Director Joe Dante of Gremlins repute comments that, as the audience becomes immersed into the film via the 3D element, “the ride becomes darker and more intense”. Laced with teen angst and intrigue, childhood fantasy and fear, this promises to be a definite terror trip for all horror fans. Hannah May

Director Joe Dante Starring teri polo, chris massoglia, Haley bennett, Nathan Gamble release date 22 September cONTENT icons

JONAH HEX

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8 comic book adaptations seem to be all the rage these days and, with a significant number of the stories and characters having already been transported to the big screen, the studios have turned to lesser-known heroes to make the leap. Dc’s magical gunslinger Jonah Hex is one such comic book character to emerge from the shadows and take his place in film next to the likes of spidey and batman.

Hex (brolin) is brutally punished by his confederate commander, Quentin turnbull (malkovich), when he causes the death of his son. In response, turnbull kills Hex’s family and horrifically scars him.

Years later, Hex roams the land as a legendary bounty hunter with the ability to command the dead.

When turnbull, thought to be dead, reappears and plans to destroy Washington with a super weapon, the Us government turn to Hex, hoping that he will bring an end to the crazed ex-confederate commander once and for all. Joined by saucy prostitute Lilah (Fox), Hex must save his country while seeking revenge for the death of his family. Ryan Cope

Director Jimmy Hayward Starring Josh brolin, John malkovich, megan Fox, Will Arnett, michael shannon release date 3 September cONTENT icons

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LEGEND OF THE GUARDIANS

Starring Helen mirren, Hugo Weaving, Geoffrey rush, Jim sturgess, sam Neill release date 15 OctOber CONTENT icons

8 Known for his unique style and rich colour palette showcased in films such as 300 and hero actioner Watchmen, Zack snyder takes his first flight into animation with this adaptation of Kathryn Lasky’s Legend of the Guardians. this 3D family adventure follows soren, a young owl enthralled by his father’s epic stories of the Guardians of Ga’Hoole, a mythic band of winged warriors who had fought a great battle to save all owlkind from the evil pure ones. After a fight with jealous brother Kludd, the owlets fall from their treetop home and right into the talons of the pure ones. With the help of other brave young owls, soren must make a daring escape, soaring across the sea and through the mist to find the Great tree, home of the legendary Guardians, his only hope of defeating the pure ones and saving the owl kingdoms.

With Hugo Weaving, Geoffrey rush, Helen mirren and Jim sturgess as the heroic soren, Legend of the Guardians is a must-see 3D fantasy flick, blending dreamy visuals, engaging characters and edge-of-your-seat action. Matthew Aunger

CHARLIE ST. CLOUD

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8 Determined to shake his Disney channel brand and prove his serious acting credentials, Zac efron puts forward his latest bid. charlie st. cloud explores the strength of a brotherly bond put to the ultimate test after a catastrophic car accident that only the older of the two brothers charlie - walks away from. United by a shared hobby of baseball and a promise to practise together every evening, sam’s (tahan) death makes charlie all the more determined to keep that promise. every night, charlie experiences the miracle of seeing his younger brother. paralysed by the fear of losing sam forever, charlie is tied to the town he grew up in and the graveyard where he is buried. However, when charlie falls for tess (crew), he is torn between the loss of his brother’s life and the chance of living his own.

With an emotionally charged trailer already whetting the appetites of movie goers, charlie st. cloud could turn out to be the most touching film since the Notebook and may well play a pivotal role in efron’s acting career. Is there really life after death? And will charlie choose to live it? Jodie Perry

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FILM DIRECTORY Please note: UK release dates are shown but may be subject to change 22 Bullets

Cyrus

frOzen

3 September Director: Richard Berry Starring: Jean Reno, Gabriella Wright, Kad Merad A retired mobster goes on a revenge spree after he’s left for dead with 22 bullets in his body.

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24 September Director Adam Green Starring Kevin Zegers, Shawn Ashmore A day on the slopes turns into a nightmare for three snowboarders when they get stranded on a chairlift.

despiCABle me 15 October see page 12

devil AlphA And OmegA 20 October see page 9

AnimAl KingdOm 15 October Director David Michod Starring Ben Mendelsohn, Joel Edgerton, Guy Pearce crime drama exploring a tense battle between a criminal family and the police.

17 September Director John Erick Dowdle, Drew Dowdle Starring Chris Messina, Geoffrey Arend A group of people trapped in an elevator realise that the devil is among them.

greAse sing-A-lOng 17 September Director Randal Kleiser Starring John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John Grease makes a return to the big screen as a sing-along.

dinner fOr sChmuCKs

hArry pOtter And the deAthly hAllOws (3d)

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19 November see page 10

Buried

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the hOle (3d)

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22 October Director Will Gluck Starring Emma Stone, Penn Badgley A clean-cut schoolgirl uses the rumour mill to advance her social and financial standing.

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BurKe And hAre 29 October Director John Landis Starring Andy Serkis, Simon Pegg, Tom Wilkinson, Isla Fisher Horror comedy based on killer gravediggers who sold the corpses of their victims to a medical college

 ALPHA AND OMEGA

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 EAT LOVE PRAY

the Kids Are All right 29 October Director Lisa Cholodenko Starring Annette Bening, Julianne Moore Heartfelt comedy about two teenage children seeking out their biological father.

the lAst exOrCism 3 September Director Daniel Stamm Starring Patrick Fabian, Ashley Bell A troubled minister lets a documentary crew film his final exorcism.

legend Of the guArdiAns 15 October see page 15

JOnAh hex 3 September see page 14

Just wright eAt prAy lOve

romantic comedy about a sports trainer who falls for a basketball player.

17 September Director Sanaa Hamri Starring Queen Latifah, Paula Patton

 JONAH HEX

let me in 22 October Director Matt Reeves Starring Kodi Smit-McPhee, Chloe Moretz terrifying tale of the bond between an alienated boy and an eerie young girl.

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SEE THEM ALL Not all films will open at your local cinema on the UK release date, but the majority of films will be shown as soon as prints become available and/or it can be scheduled in.

Charlie St. Cloud

Mr. niCe

the runaWayS

the toWn

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8 October Director Bernard Rose Starring Rhys Ifans, Chloë Sevigny the life story of the notorious british drug smuggler, Howard marks.

10 September Director Floria Sigismondi Starring Kristen Stewart, Dakota Fanning two friends rise from rebellious kids to rock stars of the legendary ‘70s group, the runaways.

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the other guyS

SaW vii (3d)

Wall Street: Money never SleepS

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22 October see page 20

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raMona and BeezuS

Sequel to paranorMal aCtivity

Why did i get Married too?

life aS We KnoW it 8 October Director Greg Berlanti Starring Katherine Heigl, Josh Duhamel When Holly and messer become all their goddaughter has in the world, they are forced to put their differences aside.

Made in dagenhaM 1 October Director Nigel Cole Starring Rosamund Pike, Miranda Richardson Drama based on the 1968 strike at the Ford Dagenham plant, where female workers walked out in protest against sexual discrimination.

MetropoliS 10 September Director Fritz Lang Starring Brigitte Helm, Alfred Abel A milestone of sci-fi and German expressionism restored for a modern audience.

 THE OTHER GUYS

22 October Director Elizabeth Allen Starring Selena Gomez, Joey King the adventures of young ramona Quimby and her big sister beezus.

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the SoCial netWorK red 22 October see page 19

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reSident evil: afterlife

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taKerS

reStrepo

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 TAMARA DREWE

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3 September Director Tyler Perry Starring Tyler Perry, Sharon Leal the next chapter in the lives of college friends struggling with married life.

World’S greateSt dad the SWitCh

15 October Director Tim Hetherington, Sebastian Junger Documentary following a platoon of Us soldiers during their deployment to Afghanistan.

vaMpireS SuCK

3 September Director: Bobcat Goldthwait Starring: Robin Williams, Alexie Gilmore outrageous but thoughtful comedy about a high school poetry teacher.

taMara dreWe 10 September see page 18

 THE TOWN

 VAMPIRES SUCK

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TAMARA DREWE

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8 Novelty isn’t commonplace within the cinematic world nowadays, but tamara Drewe can most certainly abandon the crowd. A collision of genres and forms, the story arose from posy simmonds’ comic strip first published in the Guardian and later transformed into a graphic novel. the original genesis of the cartoon was a modern reimagining of thomas Hardy’s classic Far From the madding crowd, so its literary base garners even more credibility amongst critics.

Director stephen Frears delineates the draw: “the script makes me laugh, it’s very, very funny, and very sexy and a very contemporary, modern film.”

In this, our homegrown leading lady of the moment, Gemma Arterton, is the pretty protagonist of force. As tamara, she returns to her small West country village as an unashamed flirt whose sexy antics stir the script as well as other regions of the local - most notably male - inhabitants.

Featuring the usual modicum of english eccentricity, a colourful cast of pretentious, adulterous writers and wealthy weekenders pepper this sharp, refreshing and quintessentially british comedy. Hannah May

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8 Like tim burton and Johnny Depp in the fantasy genre, Adam mcKay and Will Ferrell are currently dominating the comedy genre. Films such as Anchorman and stepbrothers prove that the pair can create can’t-breathe comedy, and with an all-star cast including mark Wahlberg, samuel L. Jackson, eva mendes, michael Keaton and steve coogan, the other Guys looks set to be one of their best.

Will Ferrell is Detective Allen Gamble who, unlike his name suggests, does not like to take risks and would much rather stay in the office and admire the city’s top cops Danson (Johnson) and Highsmith (Jackson). However, when a call comes in that no one else wants to touch, Allen’s partner (Wahlberg) persuades him to go out there and turn the tables. this, of course, does not quite go to plan and the pair comically crashes their way through the city in order to prove themselves.

With this extensive big name cast and mcKay and Ferrell’s highly tuned comedic intuition, this latest offering is an absolute must-see. Jake Stephenson

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RED 8 even highly trained government assassins have to hang up their boots eventually, lock away the personal arsenal fit for a small army, settle down and maybe take up a hobby – arts and crafts anyone? bruce Willis is Frank moses, an ex black ops gun-for-hire struggling with the transition into forced retirement. Unfortunately for Frank, his newfound life of leisure rests in serious jeopardy when former employers the cIA decide he knows too much, frame him for murder and dispatch a new breed of high-tech hitman to dispose of him. so much for the time off. In an effort to survive and clear his name, Frank must reassemble his retired and extremely dangerous crew, a bazooka-toting, LsDdosing band of oAp operatives hell bent on exposing a shocking conspiracy and retiring in peace.

Adapted from the acclaimed D.c. comics graphic novel and boasting an all-star alumni of cinema’s finest including morgan Freeman, John malkovich and Helen mirren, red looks set to be a darkly comic thrill ride equipped with action galore as Willis and company prove that old habits really do die hard.

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8 the action-packed resident evil series returns to the big screen in resident evil: Afterlife. Afterlife follows Alice (Jovovich) as she continues her quest to track down any remaining survivors of the zombie apocalypse caused by the omnipotent Umbrella corporation.

A new lead that promises a safe haven from the hordes of undead takes Alice and her fellow survivors to Los Angeles. However, when they arrive the city is overrun by the zombie infestation and, to make matters worse, Alice is about to step into a deadly trap. Her battle with the Umbrella corporation reaches new heights as she comes to blows with the head of the corporation, Albert Wesker (roberts).

New to the franchise, prison break’s Wentworth miller plays chris redfield, one of the most iconic game characters. presented in mind blowing 3D, this fourth installment, directed by franchise veteran paul W.s.

Anderson, promises everything that fans of the series have come to love: big scares, breathtaking action and a whole host of nasty creatures, including the executioner, who is taken straight out of the fifth resident evil game.

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VAMPIRES SUCK 8 For those of you that remain rather unenlightened by the twilight saga, this satire on the current vampire obsession may provide some light relief from all the blood-sucking drama.

With tongues firmly fixed to cheeks, this blatant mockery of pattinson, stewart and ensemble is easy, irreverent viewing. though many scenes are lifted directly from a mixture of the twilight films thus far, the story maintains some of its own momentum. centring on becca (proske), a nervous non-vampire teen, she (like bella) is caught between her affections for two boys. With father control issues added to the fray, becca is mortified when he continually treats her like a child.

You can see where the producers are coming from. pushing the tagline: ‘some sagas just won’t die’, the allusion to the barrage of books, tV and films flogging Dracula-esque gothic romance betrays a saturation point that would inevitably become lampooned.

However, fan or foe of stephenie meyer’s series, I think everyone will emit even a little snigger or two from this parodic punch in the face of popular culture. Hannah May

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SAW VII

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8 Hello reader, I want to play a game.

At the nearby ticket stand you will find two choices. one: you buy the ticket, forgive a franchise for having succumbed to the law of diminished returns and prepare to learn one last lesson in twisted morality. or two: walk away, and miss the chance to experience saw’s goriest chapter in terrifying 3D. Although twists and turns are guaranteed, the plot at its simplest sees series’ survivors (including fan favourite Dr. Lawrence Gordon from the original movie) coming together at a sinister self-help group. but one of them wishes to see Jigsaw’s legacy live on. more Avatar than my bloody Valentine, the 3D effect here is not about ‘blood coming towards the camera’ style cheap tricks. think instead of saw’s dark, dank locations: every sweaty drip, every metallic echo – because now you get to feel a part of them.

Lauded as inventive and shocking six years ago, saw is the most seminal horror franchise since scream. but where Wes craven’s trilogy limped to a close, Jigsaw’s final game promises greater gore and grotesquery than ever before. Chris Wasey

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SEQUEL TO PARANORMAL ACTIVITY

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8 paranormal Activity was made on a shoestring

by Hollywood standards. costing approximately $15,000, the 2009 film was a box office sensation, earning a formidable £151 million worldwide. the brand of spine-tingling supernatural drama, presented via the footage of a haunted couple’s video camera, certainly hit the spot with horror fans and now director tod Williams is set to unleash more uber creepy drama in paranormal Activity 2. the writer and director of the first film, oren peli, puts his stamp on proceedings by taking producing and screenwriting credits.

After the escape of the main character, Katie (Featherston), at the end of the first film, the new chapter begins with her return. Although it is set in the same house, the number of cameras has increased to view more of the events that take place. plot details are scarce but, with a new family living in the house and an eerie blend of visual techniques, the film is set to be even more nail biting than the first. expect to be teetering on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Amy Evans

THE SOCIAL NETWORK

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8 Facebook needs no introduction - chances are, you’re a regular user of the social networking phenomenon and will find this story of its beginnings utterly compelling.

We are taken back to an autumn night in 2003 where we see Harvard undergraduate and computer programming genius mark Zuckerberg (eisenberg) sitting at his computer frantically working on a new idea that will enable him to take over social networking online. once caught up in the world of online blogging and programming, his dorm room becomes the centre of a global social network and a revolution in communication. six years and 500 million friends later, mark Zuckerberg is the youngest billionaire in history but, as everyone knows, success isn’t always easy and, for Zuckerberg, it leads to both personal and legal complications.

Directed by David Fincher, whose credits include se7en and the curious case of benjamin button, and a score by the belgian scala and Kolacny brothers, this story of a journey from friendship to alienation looks set to be a sure-fire hit. Emma Louise Ingham

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THE SWITCH

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8 Jennifer Aniston stars alongside Jason bateman in this conception-themed comedy from the team behind humorous hits Little miss sunshine and Juno. based on a short story, this offbeat comedy tells the story of Kassie (Aniston), a smart, fun-loving single woman who, at 40 years old, decides it’s time to have a baby - even if it means doing it by herself. Despite her neurotic best friend Wally’s (bateman) objections, she’s determined to go ahead and enlists a little help from charming sperm donor roland (Wilson).

However, unbeknownst to her, Kassie’s plans go awry because of a last-minute drunken switch that isn’t discovered until seven years later. Wally has been living with a secret: he replaced the original sperm sample with his own. When he finally gets acquainted with Kassie’s cute, though slightly neurotic, son the truth will out - to comic, dramatic and possibly romantic effect. Amy Ralfe

TAKERS

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8 Admittedly, it’s been done before. the heist genre, such as ocean’s eleven and company, is a formidable filmic formula. containing action, some high speed gloss and adrenaline, plus the ubiquitous good-looking cast - takers is no exception to the modern cinematic blueprint. However, it looks to offer something different with an altogether stripped down, paced up presentation of bank robbers and their law-dodging antics. takers follows a crew of criminals who are notorious for executing the perfect heist. but, as they prepare for one last robbery, one determined detective (Dillon) looks set to nail the case. With some spellbinding scenes involving parkour-style chases, it also promises ‘intense sequences of violence and action, a sexual situation/partial nudity and some language’. If that isn’t hook enough, then its cast list reads like a roll call of action flicks’ finest (not to mention, fittest), featuring the popular likes of Hayden christensen, paul Walker, Idris elba and chris brown. the simultaneous race to outwit on one final, highly lucrative job promises slick, high-octane entertainment. Hannah May

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THE TOWN 8 Having proven his directorial credentials on the critically acclaimed Gone baby Gone (2007), ben Affleck steps up to the chair once again - and the leading role - in the town. Viewers can prepare for another gripping and suspense-laden ride through boston’s dark underbelly.

Doug macray (Affleck) is the unrepentant leader of a ruthless band of bank robbers. His life is devoid of emotional attachment - until he meets bank manager claire Keesey (Hall). briefly taken hostage by Doug’s gang on their latest robbery, she is released unharmed though traumatised. When an apparently charming man named Doug crosses her path, instant chemistry turns into a passionate love affair. What she doesn’t know is that her new love interest is the man who had terrorised her just days earlier. And, as his next heist draws near and the FbI close in, the consequences of their liaison could be deadly.

With a superb cast and a promising script penned by Affleck, peter craig and Up In the Air’s sheldon turner, the town is shaping up to be an emotionally charged and utterly compelling slice of drama. Rebecca Matthews

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WALL STREET: MONEY NEVER SLEEPS

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8 oliver stone (JFK, World trade centre) steps up to direct the sequel to his oscar-winning 1987 film, Wall street. Following on from its predecessor, Wall street: money Never sleeps sees the director return to New York’s infamous financial district 20 years later. michael Douglas reprises his role as notorious business mogul Gordon Gekko, who has recently been released from prison following his financial crimes in the ‘80s.

After a failed attempt to warn business leaders of the imminent economic downturn, Gekko turns his attentions to rebuilding a relationship with his estranged daughter Winnie (mulligan). He forms an alliance with her fiancé, Jacob moore (Labeouf), an ambitious, young trader who wants Gekko’s help following the suspicious death of his mentor Lewis Zabel (Langella) - his prime suspect being hedge fund manager bretton James (brolin).

After a summer packed with action films, Wall street: money Never sleeps offers refreshing, engrossing drama which deals with contemporary economic issues, delivered with a familiar Hollywood narrative which is sure to make it engaging for all audiences. Ian Skey

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Forthcoming Films NOVEMBER/DECEMBER FILMS TO GET EXCITED ABOUT The AmericAn 26 November Director: Anton Corbijn Starring: George Clooney, Violante Placido, Thekla Reuten

hArry PoTTer And The deAThly hAllows: PArT 1 (3d) 19 November Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson

JAcKAss (3d)

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5 November Director: Jeff Tremaine Starring: Johnny Knoxville, Bam Margera, Ryan Dunn

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17 December Director: Steven Antin Starring: Cher, Christina Aguilera, Eric Dane, Cam Gigandet

22 December Director: Paul Weitz Starring: Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson

AnimAls UniTed (3d)

loVe And oTher drUgs 29 December Director: Ed Zwick Starring: Judy Greer, Jake Gyllenhaal, Anne Hathaway

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The chronicles of nArniA: The VoyAge of The dAwn TreAder (3d) 10 December Director: Michael Apted Starring: Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, Ben Barnes

dUe dATe 5 November Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Zach Galifianakis, Michelle Monaghan

26 November Director: Robert Rodriguez, Ethan Maniquis Starring: Danny Trejo, Jessica Alba, Robert De Niro, Michelle Rodriguez

megAmind (3d) 3 December Director: Tom McGrath Starring: Will Ferrell, Brad Pitt, Tina Fey, Jonah Hill, Ben Stiller

monsTers 12 November Director: Gareth Edwards Starring: Scoot McNairy, Whitney Able

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25 November Director: Daniel Alfredson Starring: Michael Nyqvist, Noomi Rapace, Lena Endre

10 December Director: Randall Wallace Starring: Diane Lane, John Malkovich, Dylan Walsh

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Tron: legAcy (3d)

22 December Director: Rob Letterman Starring: Jack Black, Emily Blunt, Jason Segel, Amanda Peet

17 December Director: Joseph Kosinski Starring: Jeff Bridges, Garrett Hedlund, Olivia Wilde

UnsToPPABle 12 November Director: Tony Scott Starring: Denzel Washington, Chris Pine, Rosario Dawson

EARLY 2011 A SNEAk pEEk AT whAT’S COMING driVe Angry (3d) 11 February Director: Patrick Lussier Starring: Nicolas Cage, William Fichtner, Amber Heard

The eAgle 25 February Director: Kevin Macdonald Starring: Channing Tatum, Jamie Bell, Donald Sutherland

The green horneT 14 January Director: Michel Gondry Starring: Seth Rogen, Jay Chou, Cameron Diaz

morning glory 7 January Director: Roger Michell Starring: Rachel McAdams, Harrison Ford, Diane Keaton

The nexT Three dAys 7 January Director: Paul Haggis Starring: Russell Crowe, Elizabeth Banks, Liam Neeson

TAngled (3d) 28 January Director: Byron Howard, Nathan Greno Starring: Mandy Moore, Zachary Levi, Donna Murphy

yogi BeAr (3d) 11 February Director: Eric Brevig Starring: Dan Aykroyd, Justin Timberlake, Tom Cavanagh UK Release Dates are shown but may be subject to change

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Merlin Cinemas bringing you the magic of the movies New Carlton Okehampton 01837 658586 / Embassy Ilfracombe 01271 862323 Tivoli Tiverton 01884 255554 / Central Torquay 01803 380001

Merlin news / READ ALL ABOUT IT Hot Off The Press We are happy to be presenting you with the first edition of the Devon movie magic magazine. After the roaring success of the cornwall edition over the past 8 years we thought it was about time that the New carlton, embassy, tivoli and central cinemas received some much deserved attention.

You don’t have to visit your local cinema to find out the latest film information as the movie magic magazine can now be viewed online via our website! www.merlincinemas.co.uk FREE PLEASE TAKE A COPY

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Nearly There New Look Website back in August we launched are new look website which we think you will all agree looks much better and is far more user friendly. Why not pay us a visit to find out information about film times, contact details, our restaurant & bars, children’s birthday parties, private hires... the list goes on and on. the site will act as the portal to access online booking when it all goes live so keep checking back for more updates. www.merlincinemas.co.uk

to launch the Devon edition of the movie magic magazine we are offering one lucky winner 4 tickets to see the film of there choice plus a small popcorn and a regular drink each!

For your chance to win just answer the following question:

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The star of Wallstreet: Money Never Sleeps, Michael Douglas, is married to who? email your answer and name to competition@merlincinemas.co.uk

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okay so we did say online booking would be with you in summer 2010 but things don’t always go to plan! the good news is we are in the final testing stages of the software and are hoping to trial it at the phoenix Falmouth first and then role it out to the central, torquay and New carlton, okehampton. the tivoli, tiverton and embassy, Ilfracombe should have the new box office system installed in 2011 which should then allow them to jump on the band wagon, however until then they will continue taking telephone bookings. Lets hope that in the November/December edition of movie magic we can rave about the storming success of our online booking system!!!

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Merlin Cinemas bringing you the magic of the movies New Carlton Okehampton 01837 658586 / Embassy Ilfracombe 01271 862323 Tivoli Tiverton 01884 255554 / Central Torquay 01803 380001

Merlin’s Devon Cinemas The Central Torquay • In January 2000 Merlin Cinemas were presented with a surprise opportunity to purchase the recently closed two screen Odean in Torquay. It was then given a dramatic facelift along with the Merlin touch and renamed the Central Cinema.

With the cinema now providing four screens, all fitted to a very high standard, Torquay now again supports a successful and profitable town centre cinema.

In March 2010 the Central received 3D digital installation on the largest screen in the bay to ensure Walt Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland” could be screened. Not only was this the first cinema in the area to go 3D but also the first Devon cinema within the Merlin group. Uniquely ticket prices for 3D films at the Central Cinema will be the same as those for all other films, unlike most cinemas who charge a premium price for 3D.

cinema in Ilfracombe. It was converted into a modern three screen cinema which also housed a fully functioning bar. In addition we continued the Regal’s Screen 7 concept providing a licensed screen where customers could enjoy alcoholic beverages from the comfort of their luxury cinema seat.

for dining as part of our Shrek inspired children’s birthday parties.

For booking and information call 01837 658586

For bookings and information call 01271 862323

The Tivoli Tiverton • In 2008 the future of the Tivoli was looking bleak despite a local campaign headed

by Dame Helen Mirren to ‘Save the Tivoli’.

However Merlin decided to step in and re-opened the cinema in June 2008. There are plans in the near future to expand the site with the introduction of several new screens.

For bookings and information call 01803 380001

For booking and information call 01884 255554

New Carlton Okehampton The Embassy Ilfracombe • In 2006 Merlin Cinemas purchased the freehold of the somewhat dilapidated

• In December 2006 the old Market Hall in Okehampton was converted into a two screen cinema. It houses our largest licensed screen seating 70 people, which offers hot snacks as well as soft and alcoholic beverages, and a conventional auditorium with a capacity of 160. The New Carlton also has a spacious licensed bar with the facilities

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