Opening Friday

American Psycho — Christian Bale plays Patrick Bateman in this film based on Bret Easton Ellis's book. You probably won't like this. The book is very violent and sick and the movie, from what I hear, is true to the book. I, however, will go see it, if only to protect you, my loyal readers. Rated R.

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American Beauty — Winner of five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, this was the best film of 1999. American Beauty has a sparkling script and knockout performances from Kevin Spacey and Annette Bening. Rated R.

Erin Brockovich — Julia Roberts brings a huge corporation to its knees. The movie is being hailed as the feel good movie of the year. Rated R.

Final Destination — A young man sees a vision of his flight exploding and gets off the plane. He cheated Death and now Death is stalking him and his friends. It is an interesting premise. Rated R.

Here On Earth — Chris Klein, Leelee Sobieski and some other guy star in this three-edged love story. Klein was fantastic in Election and American Pie. This might be OK. Rated PG-13.

High Fidelity — John Cusack stars as a record store owner who is both lucky and unlucky in love. Jack Black (J.B. of Tenacious D) co-stars. Rated R.

Mission to Mars — Gary Sinise, Don Cheadle and Tim Robbins star in this movie where the secrets of life on Earth are found on the Red Planet. My mom liked it. Rated PG-13.

Ready to Rumble — In the vein of Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure, two wrestling fans go on a zany adventure, meeting wrestlers and Nitro girls. This film stars the hilarious David Arquette andthe beautiful Rose McGowan. Rated PG-13.

Return to Me — David Duchovny and Minnie Driver star in this romantic comedy about two very guarded people opening hemselves up for love. Aww, I never knew you had it in you, Mulder. Rated PG.

Romeo Must Die — Jet Li, the next Jackie Chan?, stars in this martial arts film set in a gangland. Bet on Li winning and kicking lots of butt doing it. Rated R.

Rules of Engagement — Samuel L. Jackson is on trial for alleged war crimes and it is up to Tommy Lee Jones to clear his name and bring down the real man responsible. Rated R.

The Road to El Dorado — Dreamworks brings us the animated tale of two men's search for the Lost City of Gold. Elton John and Tim Rice did the music, so expect this to be in next year's Oscar program. Rated G.

The Cider House Rules — John Irving penned the screenplay based on his novel and has been nominated for an Oscar. The film deals with an orphan named Homer and his life in St. Cloud, Maine. The movie was very good. Bring some tissues. Rated R.

The Tigger Movie — This is obviously about Tigger, Winnie the Pooh's friend. If you love Pooh, you'll love the movie. Rated G.

Whatever It Takes — Two boys, one popular and one not so poular, help each other seduce the girls of their dreams. I love all these modern-day Cyrano stories. Rated PG-13.

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Down to You — I think this film stars Melissa Joan Hart. I don't know. Rated PG-13.

Galaxy Quest — A very fun movie that leaves you begging for a Galaxy Quest 2. The cast was great (Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver) and the jokes are great. Rated PG.

Sleepy Hollow — Johnny Depp is Ichabod Crane in Tim Burton's film based on The Legend of the Headless Horseman. This was an all-around good movie, but is also fairly graphic. Rated R.

Stuart Little — Based on E.B. White's children's story, Stuart is a small mouse that lives with a normal sized human family. It looks like lots of new stuff was added for the kids and the traditional plot elements have fallen by the wayside. We shall see though. Rated PG.

The Beach — Want a hit? Sprinkle a bit of Leonardo DiCaprio among some other beautiful people and just add water. This film is based on the popular novel by Alex Garland and is very reminiscent of “Lord of the Flies.” This is not lighthearted Leo fare. Rated R.

The Hurricane — Denzel Washingtonstars as Rubin “Hurricane” Carter, a boxer who was wrongly imprisoned for murder. Washingotn was nominated for Best Actor. Rated R.

The Sixth Sense — A little boy sees dead people and Bruce Willis tries to help him. Nominated for many Academy Awards, this movie is a gem. It has been in theaters since July. Rated PG-13.

The Talented Mr. Ripley — Jude Law, Gwyneth Paltrow and Matt Damon star in this dark drama about friendship, assuming identities and murder. Rated R.

The World Is Not Enough — James Bond returns to stop the bad guys and love the ladies. Denise Richards plays Christmas Jones. Rated PG-13.

Toy Story 2 — Surpassing the original in animation and humor, Toy Story 2 brings back all your favorite toys and introduces you to a few new ones. Worth the price of admission. Rated G.

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