Movies: Hysterical 'Bridesmaids' + Ferrell Gets Serious

Friday, 13 May 2011 by IrwanKch

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	Friday, May 13, 2011

Wiig steals the bouquet in 'Bridesmaids'

Ann Hornaday

Kristen Wiig carries "Bridesmaids" with appeal, smarts and physical fearlessness, in a turn that plants a bawdy and brashly feminist flag in the raunchy-comedy genre once dominated by guys. [Read more]

It's no laughing matter for Ferrell

"Everything Must Go" succeeds, thanks to a subtle and serious performance by Will Ferrell. [Read more]

Also Opening

'Hesher'

Michael O'Sullivan

In the title role, Joseph Gordon-Levitt as a long-haired, tattooed loner isn't remotely lovable, but the movie is. [Read more]

'Last Night'

Stephanie Merry

The drama finds two people simultaneously grappling with fidelity in the face of impossibly attractive alternatives. [Read more]

'Forks Over Knives'

Sean O'Connell

You are what you eat. Sadly that means most of us are garbage, if Lee Fulkerson's nutrition-focused documentary is to be believed. [Read more]

'Lebanon, Pa.'

Mark Jenkins

The central character turns out to be not-so-central in this drama about unexpected pregnancy. [Read more]

'Queen to Play'

Jen Chaney

Kevin Kline's first all-French role is overshadowed by a radiant Sandrine Bonnaire. [Read more]

'My Perestroika'

Mark Jenkins

The documentary looks at the evolution of Russia through the eyes of five subjects. [Read more]

More Movie Info

Summer Movie Guide

Michael O'Sullivan

Sort out the cinematic offerings for the months ahead. [Read more]

Celebritology

Kristen Wiig reveals how she co-wrote 'Bridesmaids' screenplay

Let's just say it involves a "how to write a screenplay" book.

Melissa McCarthy recalls first attempt at stand-up

"I had this crazy wig on and I looked insane, but it went really well," says the "Mike and Molly" star, poised to attract attention for her performance in "Bridesmaids."

David Hasselhoff joins the cast of 'Piranha 3DD'

Now you know it's going to be something special.

Family Filmgoer

Kid-friendly features

Get the scoop on "Thor," "The Beaver," "Prom" and 'Hookwinked Too."

Box Office

Weekend box office: 'Thor' not quite a blockbuster

Does a so-so opening for the first big summer movie suggest it's going to be a soft season, or that people don't care for heroes who carry big hammers?

Reader Reviews

You review 'Fast Five'

"If your looking for action and a little bit of story line, then this is the right movie for you." That's one reader's take. Agree? Write a review and let your voice be heard.



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