The only big new movie this week is Michael Jackson’s “This Is It,” which actually hit theaters on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009.
It’s the documentary about Michael Jackson’s big concert tour, which abruptly screamed to a halt upon his death. Fortunately, there’s plenty of film of the rehearsals and his creative process putting the tour together. 
Check out the official site, the trailer, and all of Film Gecko’s coverage.
Also released today are several films in limited release, including:
“The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day” – Sequel to “The Boondock Saints” about  bloody murders in the underworld of …read more

New in theaters today is a fun family movie, a fun romantic comedy, and an edgy comedy about a school for girls. Here’s the rundown:
Couples Retreat (PG-13). Vince Vaughn, Kristen Bell and a cast of stars populate this romantic comedy about a group of couples who go on a retreat to a lush tropical island. [Trailer] [Film Gecko Links] [Official Site]
St. Trinian’s (PG-13). The tagline for this edgy flick is "School for Bad Girls," and it stars Mischa Barton, Rupert Everett, Colin Firth, and Lena Headey in a story about a girls’ school suffering with financial problems. Rated …read more

Some old favorites (Woody, Buzz Lightyear and pals) hit screens in 3D today, as well as some new zombietastic characters. Here’s the rundown on what’s new in theaters this weekend:
Zombieland (R ). Woody Harrelson and Jesse Eisenberg battle zombies and each other in this horror comedy. [Film Gecko Preview & Trailer] [Official Site]
Whip It (PG-13). Drew Barrymore and Ellen Page have some roller derby fun in this flick about a girl who finds her tribe. [Film Gecko Preview & Trailer] [Official Site]
The Invention of Lying (PG-13). Ricky Gervais actually CAN tell a lie. It’s the rest of …read more

This week at the movies, Megan Fox has a guy complex, Anna Faris goes food crazy, and Matt Damon gets goofy. Take a look at what’s new in theaters this weekend:
Jennifer’s Body (R). A sexy horror film starring Megan Fox as a demon-possessed teenager out to kill all those pesky guys. Also stars Amanda Seyfried, Adam Brody, and J.K. Simmons. [Images] [Official Site]
Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs (PG). The classic children’s book comes to animated life with Anna Faris, Bruce Campbell, Bill Hader and Andy Samberg voicing the characters. [Preview & Trailer] [Red Carpet Premiere] [Official Site]
The …read more

Elijah Wood, Tyler Perry, Rumer Willis and Kate Beckinsale are heading to theaters today. No, not them in person, but the next best thing – their movies! Here’s the rundown:
9 (PG-13). It’s a post-apocalyptic world with ragdoll muppets. Ok, not really muppets, more like burlap bag castoffs. Elijah Wood, Christopher Plummer and Martin Landau (who’s still going strong at 78) star in this dark animated film. [Clips] [Official Site]
Whiteout (R). Kate Beckinsale plays a U.S. marshal tracking a serial killer in Antarctica. [Trailer and Red Carpet Video] [Official Site]
Sorority Row (R). It’s a sorority prank gone …read more

Whoa, we’ve got some major horror action in theaters this weekend. Take a look and pick your poison!
Halloween II (R). Rob Zombie’s sequel finds the unstoppable killer Michael Myers (Tyler Mane) pursuing an injured Laurie Strode (Scout Taylor-Compton) and wreaking havoc in general. [Film Gecko Preview & Trailer] [Rob Zombie Interviews]
The Final Destination (R). Offered in both 3D and conventional formats, this thriller finds a group of young friends cheating death, but uh oh. Death doesn’t like to be cheated. [Film Gecko Preview & Trailer]
Opening in limited release: “Taking Woodstock,” “Big Fan” (read my preview here), “The September …read more

“The Hangover” is a smart, funny movie, and audiences are liking it, too. The buddy flick scored high at the box office this weekend, even though it’s been out for two weeks. Here’s the rundown from Box Office Mojo:

The Hangover, $32.79M
Up, $30.76M
The Taking of Pelham 123, $23.37M
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, $9.61M
Land of the Lost, $8.99M
Imagine That, $5.50M
Star Trek, $5.45M
Terminator: Salvation, $4.78M
Angels & Demons, $4.11M
Drag Me to Hell, $3.93M

Images: TM and (c) 2008 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

New in theaters this weekend are a couple of very different movies, featuring John Travolta as a bad guy and Eddie Murphy as a clueless dad:
The Taking of Pelham 123 (R). It’s a little sad watching John Travolta play a bad guy and thinking about all the grief he’s had this year after losing his son. Still, this movie has couple of great character studies, with Travolta and also Denzel Washington as a subway navigator who’s forced into a take charge position. [Film Gecko Preview & Trailer] [World Premiere Pics] [Official Site]
Imagine That (PG). It’s a familiar story …read more

I saw “Terminator Salvation” yesterday and loved it. Tomorrow, it’s “Night at the Museum,” and I’ll report back with a review. Here’s what’s new in theaters this weekend:
Terminator Salvation (PG-13). Christian Bale takes on the role of John Connor, leading a group of resistance fighters against the non-stop Terminators. [Film Gecko Review] Trailer] [53 Images] [Official Site]
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (PG). When the Museum of Natural History is closed for renovations, the pieces are moved into federal storage at the Smithsonian, causing security guard Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) to go on a rescue mission …read more

The long-awaited "Angels & Demons" is in theaters right now, along with Mark Ruffalo and Adrien Brody in "The Brothers Bloom." Here’s the rundown:
Angels & Demons (PG-13). When Robert Langdon (Tom Hanks) discovers the resurgence of an ancient brotherhood called the Illuminati, it could pose a serious threat to the Catholic church and the world. A fun look inside the mysteries of the Vatican. [Film Gecko Links] [Official Site]
The Brothers Bloom (PG-13). Con-men brothers Mark Ruffalo and Adrien Brody go on a cross-global adventure. [Preview & Trailer] [2-Minute Clip] [Official Site]
Management (R ). Jennifer Aniston, Steve Zahn, and Woody …read more