“Aquamarine” and “Ultraviolet” offer heroines in distress. The former does a tween twist on “Splash,” as two girls meet a mermaid who washed up in the local pool. The mermaid (Sara Paxton) has three days to prove that true loves exists and promises the two girls a wish granted if they assist in her mission. Meanwhile, Milla (“Resident Evil”) Jovovich plays a specially endowed woman infected with a “disease” that gives humans enhanced speed, strength and intelligence. But the empowered human breed has those ordinary beings worried about their own future. So, with the late 21st Century world on the brink of civil war, our heroine must find a solution to restore peace.

Bruce Willis returns as an aging cop assigned to escort a fast talking witness from police custody to a courthouse. Will famed action helmer Richard (Superman, Lethal Weapon) Donner once again resurrect Willis' career? The name of the flick--- “16 Blocks”.

With Oscar being handed out Sunday night, March 5, you better hurry and catch this year's crop of best picture nominees before they make like quickly fading trees.

Still Hangin' Round, “Brokeback Mountain” continues at Charleston and Huntington theatres, perhaps, staying around to see whether it will win lots of Oscars and inevitably increase its audience. At the same time, “Capote,” another contender leaves Marquee Pullman for a turn at the Cinema. The latter tells the story of how the author of “Breakfast at Tiffany's” becomes interested in the murder of four members of a Kansas family, which will become the best selling “In Cold Blood.” Best Actor nominee Phillip Seymour Hoffman plays the title role.

Spielberg's contender, “Munich” stays at the Cinema, Huntington, for a $3.00 at all times run, along with “Walk the Line,” which has Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon nominated for Best Actor and Best Actress. Added to the Cinema line-up this Friday, “Good Night and Good Luck,” meaning you can see three of the best pic noms for three bucks each in Huntington.Finally, Director Woody Allen's former “Summer Project,” now titled “Match Point” continues an exclusive Pullman run. A tennis pro at life's turning point falls for a femme fatal who is dating his friend and soon to be brother-in-law. The storyline has been described as plot heavy but powerful, disturbing and clever. In fact, you might see some comparisons to Woody's own life…but do not all of his flicks somehow reflect upon Allen's journey?

On line ticket purchases for Marquee's Huntington Pullman Square 16, Charleston Southridge, Welch Cinemas 3, Wytheville Cinemas 8 at http://www.marqueecinemas.com .

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