Articles written by Leslie C. Halpern

The best-selling pregnancy guidebook inspired this funny new film from Lionsgate.

May 17, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

The human spirit triumphs in this true story about a family tragedy surrounding the 2002 Melbourne Cup horse race.

May 12, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Eva Mendes stars as the immature, self-absorbed mother of a teenaged girl on the brink of disaster in this dramatic comedy.

May 10, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

British writer-director Terence Davies adapted a stage play into this tedious romantic drama starring Rachel Weisz.

May 6, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

New comedies and dramas celebrate love this month with a look at all kinds of couples.

Apr 25, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Here's a quick look at some Festival films included in advanced press screenings.

Apr 11, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Perverse comedies about an unusual vigilante, psychoactive drugs, and a beautiful cyborg highlight the Midnight Movies program of the Festival.

Apr 6, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

All kinds of comedy movies are included in the programming for this year's Florida Film Festival, which kicks off April 13 and runs though April 22.

Apr 2, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

New and old comedies enjoy DVD releases this month, including the Cameron Crowe film We Bought a Zoo.

Mar 25, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Based on the best-selling novel by Suzanne Collins, this exciting new film delivers romance and thrills.

Mar 23, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Ten narrative feature films comprise the American Independent Competition of the Florida Film Festival, running April 13-22.

Mar 14, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Natalie Portman, Tobey Maguire, and Jake Gyllenhaal star in this disturbing remake of a Danish film about war, psychological damage, family legacies, and lo

Mar 7, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

The film is based on Booker Prize-winning author Kazuo Ishiguro's novel about a heart-wrenching tale of humanity wrapped inside a sci-fi premise.

Mar 7, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Jennifer Westfeldt writes, directs, and stars in this romantic comedy about two best friends who agree to have a child together.

Mar 7, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Family comedies and comedies about families set the tone for new films coming out in March.

Feb 25, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Meet the Browns presents a romantic drama about how one woman's loss becomes her gain.

Feb 17, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Some of the all-time best romantic and comedy films were released on Blu-ray and in special collector's editions last year.

Feb 3, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Italy, Australia, Great Britain, France, and Ireland top the list of most popular vacation destinations outside of the United States.

Feb 3, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Unique bonus features and an unrated version highlight the DVD release of the Jonah Hill-Russell Brand comedy.

Feb 2, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

In this silly comedy, Adam Sandler portrays an over-sexed Israeli ex-commando now working as a hairdresser in New York City.

Jan 31, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

This Rodrigo Garcia-directed drama examines the life of an Irish woman posing as a man to survive in 19th century Ireland.

Jan 26, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Other than Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, romance is in short supply on DVD releases this Valentine's Day. You might want to try a comedy instead.

Jan 18, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

This DVD includes the special feature, Midnight in Cannes, which offers brief highlights from a press conference with the cast and director.

Jan 11, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Carey Mulligan co-stars in this sexually explicit dramatic story by writer-director Steve McQueen.

Jan 4, 2012 - Leslie C. Halpern

Look for Seth Rogen, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Chris Evans, Anna Faris, and Sarah Jessica Parker in new DVD and Blu-ray releases this month.

Dec 14, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Werner Herzog looks at both sides of capital punishment in this chilling documentary about a triple murder in Texas.

Dec 1, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Commentary, audition footage, and a gag reel enhance this DVD package of Easy A, a romantic comedy that looks at rumors and reputations.

Dec 1, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

These must-see movies star some of today's most popular comedic actors in movies offering good stories in addition to lots of laughs.

Nov 25, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

George Clooney delivers a touching performance as a husband, father, and businessman whose life is falling apart.

Nov 22, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

New comedy films on DVD and Blu-ray this month star some of today's favorite actors including Jim Carrey, Bradley Cooper, Jack Black, and Owen Wilson.

Nov 18, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Elizabeth Olsen and Sarah Paulson star in this tense drama about a young woman trying to assimilate in the real world after being held captive by a cult.

Nov 11, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

New comedy films on DVD and Blu-ray explore ever-changing love lives with big stars including Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, and Ryan Reynolds.

Nov 5, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Two generations of top romantic movie stars highlight this month's films, Water for Elephants, Larry Crowne, and One Day.

Nov 1, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Drinking, drugs, sex, and journalism make a dangerous mix in Bruce Robinson's new film based on the Hunter S. Thompson novel.

Oct 26, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Kevin Spacey and Zachary Quinto star in this tense examination of how a large Wall Street investment firm handles the looming financial crisis in 2008.

Oct 20, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Martin Landau and Sarah Jessica Parker co-star in this Tim Burton creation.

Oct 18, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

New comedy and romance films explore the workplace environment this month with Horrible Bosses, Zookeeper, and Bad Teacher on DVD and Blu-ray.

Oct 5, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

For the first time, the Florida art house cinema café joins eight other independent venues from across the country to screen current Sundance Films.

Oct 4, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

This year's best Halloween costumes tie in with new and recent movies from science fiction, fantasy, and other genres.

Sep 16, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Gosling delivers another standout performance in this chaotic heist movie by Danish director Nicolas Winding Refn.

Sep 16, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Blu-ray and DVD combo packs include plenty of bonus features for this raunchy comedy starring and written by Kristen Wiig.

Sep 15, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Author Rik Feeney provides a clear, organized plan for anyone who wants to write a nonfiction book.

Sep 11, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Two brothers fighting for different causes compete against each other in the brutal world of mixed martial arts.

Sep 9, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

New comedy films this month include a dramedy, dark comedy, a musical, and the raunchy hit Bridesmaids.

Sep 6, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

The documentary, Project Nim, by Academy Award-winning filmmaker James Marsh (Man on Wire) examines the 1970s experiment.

Sep 2, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

A thirty-something man and woman face a crisis in their relationship in this offbeat indie film.

Aug 26, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Katie Holmes and Guy Pearce star in this creepy remake of the 1973 TV horror film.

Aug 24, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Non-stop action, topless wenches, and sporadic monosyllabic dialogue mark this remake of the 1982 Arnold Schwarzenegger film.

Aug 19, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

Director Lee Tamahori creates a heavenly cinematic work about a real-life devil.

Aug 12, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern

New comedy films include science fiction, action, dark humor, and dramedy released on DVD and Blu-ray this month.

Aug 4, 2011 - Leslie C. Halpern