Movies: Bruce Willis and Joseph Gordon-Levitt in 'Looper' + 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower'

If you have difficulty viewing this newsletter, click here to view as a Web page. Click here to view in plain text. Friday, September 28, 2012 Time travel with a thrilling twist Ann Hornaday Writer-director Rian Johnson takes timeworn sci-fi tropes into new territory with the ingeniously crafty 'Looper.' [Read more] Forever young "Perks of Being a Wallflower" takes us to adolescent places we know so well. [Read more] Also Opening 'Pitch Perfect' Michael O'Sullivan Set in the world of competitive collegiate a cappella singing, the comedy hits almost all the right notes. [Read more] 'Won't Back Down' Ann Hornaday Maggie Gyllenhaal and Viola Davis star in a David-and-Goliath story that over-simplifies public education issues. [Read more] 'Hotel Transylvania' Michael O'Sullivan The vampire-themed cartoon feature is okay for kids but offers little bite. [Read more] 'Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has to Travel' Stephanie Merry The film rests on the strength of its subject, which turns out to be a good thing. [Read more] 'Stars in Shorts' Michael O'Sullivan The anthology of seven breezily short films offers more fresh air than stale. [Read more] 'Backwards' Stephanie Merry James Van Der Beek stars in the less-than-fulfilling sports movie about rowing. [Read more] 'Vulgaria' Michael O'Sullivan The broad comedy is for adults but not necessarily "mature audiences." [Read more] Box Office 'End of Watch,' 'House at the End of the Street' tie for No. 1 at weekend box office Jess Righthand It was a lackluster weekend for earnings at the box office as three newly released films battled for the top spot at the box office. Celebritology WATCH: 'Identity Thief' trailer Jen Chaney Jason Bateman's credit rating plummets, and it's Melissa McCarthy's fault. 'Fargo' the TV show Jen Chaney This opens the door for a sitcom about Chigurh from "No Country for Old Men." 10 child stars who grew up unscathed Jen Chaney Yes, Ron Howard is on the list. 'Marvel's The Avengers' and other new DVDs Stephanie Merry Check out this week's new releases and see what Washington is watching. Family Filmgoer Kid-focused movie review Get the scoop on "Hotel Transylvania," "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" and more. Reader Reviews You review 'Resident Evil: Retribution' "For veteran and new fans alike, this movie is simply ... amazing." 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