Movies: Bradley Cooper in 'The Words' + 'Beloved'

If you have difficulty viewing this newsletter, click here to view as a Web page. Click here to view in plain text. Friday, September 07, 2012 Finding a voice in another's tragedy Jen Chaney "The Words" is a film about writers. Too bad the writing is such that we can't really connect with the characters — or the story. [Read more] Two generations, one complication "Beloved" stars Catherine Deneuve and her real-life daughter as two women in similar love triangles. [Read more] Also Opening 'Little White Lies' Stephanie Merry The French film proclaims Guillaume Canet's talent for directing — and shortcomings as a writer. [Read more] 'Toys in the Attic' Michael O'Sullivan This English adaptation of Czech animator Jiri Barta's stop-motion feature isn't kid stuff. [Read more] 'Kumare' Michael O'Sullivan Filmmaker Vikram Gandhi impersonates a guru but ends up on a journey of discovery himself. [Read more] 'Bachelorette' Michael O'Sullivan A raunchy wedding comedy with twice the crude humor of "Bridesmaids" but only half the heart. [Read more] Box Office 'The Possession' tops Labor Day weekend box office Jess Righthand The new Jewish adaptation of "The Exorcist" is the weekend's top grossing film. Celebritology Tobey Maguire bumped from 'Life of Pi' Jen Chaney Ang Lee replaced the star because he is "too famous," the Hollywood Reporter says. An 'Oogieloves' review Jen Chaney This is what it's like to sit through all 83 minutes of one of the biggest movie bombs in history. 'Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters' trailer Jen Chaney As far as we know, complimentary bread crumbs will not be served when this movie hits theaters. 'The Five-Year Engagement' and other new DVDs Stephanie Merry Check out this week's new releases and see what Washington is watching. Family Filmgoer Family Filmgoer Get the scoop on whether to bring the kids to "Toys in the Attic," "The Words" and more. Reader Reviews You review 'The Expendables 2' "Exactly what I wanted — with gravy and icing on top!" That's one reader's take. Agree? Write a review and let your voice be heard. Get The Washington Post, your way. Want to stay on top of the latest news, features, commentary and more? Here's how: Mobile: Alerts: Social Media: Applications Web site E-mail SMS RSS Feeds Facebook Twitter SEND TO A FRIEND UNSUBSCRIBE E-NEWSLETTER CENTER GET HELP Washington Post Digital E-mail Customer Care 1150 15th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20071 ©2012 The Washington Post Privacy Policy