What's new in entertainment
A look at what’s new in movies, books, music, television, video games and DVDs for the weekend.
“THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: PRINCE CASPIAN”
The follow-up to the epic fantasy “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” sees the Pevensie siblings returning to the land of Narnia one year after they left, only to discover that 1,300 years have passed. An evil king now rules, and to break his grip on the land the Pevensies must find the lion Aslan and help Prince Caspian take his rightful place on the throne. Starring Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, William Moseley, Anna Popplewell, Ben Barnes and Tilda Swinton. Directed by Andrew Adamson. Released by Walt Disney Pictures. This film is not yet rated.
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What the critics say:
“It’s simultaneously darker and funnier, more substantive and more engaging, more violent and more technically accomplished (than the first film).”
-Christy Lemire, The Associated Press
“This new entry is a bit darker, more conventional and more crisply made than its 2005 predecessor.”
This “Masterpiece” presentation is an episodic drama told in three parts about life in a rural English town circa 1840. Based on the novel by Elizabeth Gaskell. Starring Judi Dench, Eileen Atkins and Imelda Staunton. Released by BBC Warner. Not rated. Available May 20.
“The Delirious Fictions of William Klein”
Three of the filmmaker and photographer’s avant-garde films, including the anti-American superhero satire “Mr. Freedom,” “Le Couple Temoin” and “Who Are You, Polly Magoo?” Released by Criterion. Not rated. Available May 20.
“JAG - Season 6″
An eventful season sees Harmon learning he has a brother when he travels to Russia, and later declaring his feelings for Sarah when she becomes engaged. Also, a tragedy strikes two JAG officers. Released by Paramount Home Video. Not rated. Available May 20.
“The Muppet Show - Season 3″
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