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Thursday, May 8, 2008

If you’re like me, skip ‘Speed Racer’ and see “Iron Man’ again

By Alan Smithee | Thursday, May 8, 2008, 07:15 AM

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Here’s my indubitable list of what matters most among new movies this weekend:

1. “Speed Racer.” Slow to get in gear but totally committed to its pop-art world concept. (Psst: Won’t blame you if you end up seeing “Iron Man” again instead).

2. “What Happens in Vegas.” Dedicated to the Hollywood tradition of mindless, boisterous romantic comedies sold on the personalities of overmarketed talent.

3. “Redbelt.” Fascinating jiu-jitsu drama for a little while. Complicated for a bit longer. And by the time the ultimate fight kicks in, it jumps the tracks.

4. “Then She Found Me.” Mildly watchable, but yet another example of why Helen Hunt went from Oscar winner to also-ran.

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