At the Movies with GuideLive.com: Sept. 24

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New releases this week    Click on the film's title to read a full review. The Forgotten A grieving mother is told her son never existed in a film whose plot dwindles into absurdity. Shaun of the Dead Funny and smart, this is a great zombie movie that people who hate zombie movies will end up loving. First Daughter The performers outshine the plot in this film about a president's daughter who wants to be normal. A Dirty Shame John Waters' tale of a woman who becomes a sex fiend is full of dirty jokes and cheeky sexual euphemisms. When Will I Be Loved This almost-con movie starring Neve Campbell is a bit short on motive and story but otherwise quite lively. Reconstruction A one-night stand leads to repercussions is this Danish film that's less a romance than an intellectual exercise. Tae Guk Gi: The Brotherhood of War Brothers Jin-tae and Jin-seok are affected differently during their struggle to survive the Korean War. More movie reviews Read about all the movies now playing in local theaters.   Opening Friday, Oct. 1 Shark Tale This animated fish story is about a sensitive shark. Ladder 49 Joaquin Phoenix is a rookie firefighter in this drama. The Motorcycle Diaries This film traces Che Guevera's journeys as a young man. Going Upriver: The Long War of John Kerry Documentary explores John Kerry's Vietnam experiences. Head in the Clouds Charlize Theron does a lot of sharing in this WWII film. You'll Get Over It A teen comes to terms with being gay in this French film. Woman Thou Art Loosed A woman attempts to rise above her problems. Solarmax IMAX documentary inspects our relationship with the sun.   Film features Fall movie guide Get the scoop on the season's biggest films. Modern Cinema Film Festival This event highlights films selected by a local film critic. Dinner and a movie Explore the faux arts with Sky Captain and the Gaylord. Discount theaters Find out where to get more bang for your movie buck. Video & DVD Now available: Mean Girls and others.   Critics' columns Lone Star Outtakes Hometown boy Gary Leva fulfills early promise. Reeling National Lampoon's Gold Diggers a sleeper hit? Reeling has to wonder.   Repertory films Bottle Rocket (1996) - Fri-Sat A young man and his friend aspire to become criminals. Long on Shorts - Fri, Sun Festival screens films from the U.S., Canada and Britain. Woyzeck (1979) - Sun A soldier tries to support his mistress and illegitimate child. Little Otik (2000) - Tue A childless couple's wooden baby comes to life. The Barbarian Invasions (2003) - Wed A man attempts to reconcile with his estranged family. Pieces (1983) - Thu Co-eds are stalked by a deranged chainsaw killer.   Top weekend box office (Sep. 17-19) 1. Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow 2. Mr. 3000 3. Resident Evil: Apocalypse 4. Wimbledon 5. Cellular •   Box Office Buzz   Also online Fall arts guide Check out the season's best theater, dance and more.   Drink your fruit Try these cool cocktails while it's still hot out.   Hot spots for cool jazz Where to go and who to see in the Dallas area.   Always online • Parents' movie guide • MoviEmail   Gary Cogill's movie reviews Find out what WFAA-TV's Gary Cogill thinks about the latest releases. Sign up for Gary's weekly newsletter. At the Movies with GuideLive was sent to you on behalf of GuideLive.com. It is available to our newsletter subscribers. - If you received this newsletter from a friend, we welcome you to become a member and sign up for this and other e-mail newsletters at: Newsletter registration. - If you wish to unsubscribe from this or other e-mail newsletters, please click here, or send an e-mail request to [EMAIL PROTECTED], or send your request referencing the specific newsletter to: Opt-out Request, Belo Interactive, 900 Jackson Street, Suite 400, Dallas, TX 75202. - To find or change your password or modify your account, go to: Newsletter registration. - Subscribe to The Dallas Morning News. - E-mail comments about this newsletter to GuideLive - Technical questions? Comments? Suggestions? ©Copyright 2004 The Dallas Morning News