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New On Netflix: Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey
Meet the man behind the character who many consider to be the heart and soul of Sesame Street in this fascinating and inspiring documentary.
Best Of Netflix: Wrongful Imprisonments
Not everyone in the Big House belongs there. Here are a few examples of cinematic miscarriages of justice available for immediate conviction on Netflix, some of which are based on true stories (Tango & Cash is not one of them I think, but you never know).
Tim and Eric’s Billion Dollar Movie Review
Adult Swim comedians Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim make the jump to the big screen with occasionally funny but often tedious results.
New On Netflix: Limelight
Billy Corben's portrait of a long-gone New York City spotlights Peter Gatien, the eyepatch-sporting club guru who owned several '80s hotspots.
Asura’s Wrath Game Review
What Asura's Wrath lacks in in tight controls, it makes up for with some serious action that's sure to provide a few solid hours of fun.
New On Netflix: The Lincoln Lawyer
Matthew McConaughey delivers one of his best-ever performances as defense attorney Mickey Haller in this slick adaptation of Michael Connelly's crime novel.
New On Netflix: The Bang Bang Club
Steven Silver's harrowing docudrama showcases four conflict photographers based in Apartheid-ravaged South Africa who risked life and limb in capturing "the truth."
Al Lover: Austin Psych Fest 2012 Mixtape
The line up for 2012's Austin Psych Fest makes their way onto a mixtape from Al Lover. Brian Jonestown, The Black Angels, Wooden Shjips, Moon Duo and all manner of other psychedelic, droned-out, reverbed goodness.
The Governors Ball 2012 Lineup
The Governors Ball 2012 Lineup: one day of dance with Passion Pit, Duck Sauce, Chromeo, James Murphy & Pat Mahoney, Major Lazer, Santigold and Atmosphere. One day of indie & rock with Beck, Modest Mouse, Explosions In The Sky, Devendra Banhart, Cage The Elephant, Built To Spill, Cults, Phantogram and the return of Fiona Apple.
New On Netflix: Grand Theft Auto
Ron Howard burns rubber and crunches metal in his directorial debut, a likable B-movie quickie from uber-producer Roger Corman.
What’s New In Games This Week
We've got a fresh crop of new games for you this week. Everything from winter action sports and demon hiring, to a little robot hunting just to keep things interesting.
What’s New In Music: Trust, School of Seven Bells, Mouse on Mars
This Week: Trust's debut of gothy synth; Memoryhouse make the transition from bedroom project to full-fledged band with The Slideshow Effect; School Of Seven Bells' first album without a twin; Mouse On Mars keep chirping and glitching on their 10th album; An imaginative and catchy effort from Fanfarlo.
New On Netflix: Blank City
Celine Danhier's alternately fascinating and infuriating documentary takes a look at New York City's "No Wave" filmmaking movement that featured such underground artists as Nick Zedd, Richard Kern and Jim Jarmusch.
Oscar Winners
Hollywood's biggest night is done for another year. Here's a list of those the Academy chose to award. It's all about The Artist.
Best Of Netflix: Oscar Snubs
Now that the Academy Awards are over and there were once again losses that should've been wins, pay homage to unacknowledged greatness with a look back at some notable Oscar snubs from yesteryear.
New On Netflix: Madonna’s Truth Or Dare
The Material Girl explores her favorite subject -- herself -- in this shameless (and terrifically entertaining) vanity project disguised as a "documentary."
New On Netflix: South Park: The Hits – Volume 1
If you're looking for ten can't-miss South Park episodes, then definitely "Play All" with this collection compiled by creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone.
Your Vita Software Shopping List
Everyone's got questions about Sony's latest foray into the world of portable gaming : how is the hardware? Can it compete with the 3DS and the iPhone? In the end it all boils down to, "should I buy it?" And that's what we're here to answer.
Spotlight: Freaky, Dark & Totally Disturbing Music Videos
Sometimes it's fun to get a little visually freaked out. Here is a collection of recent clips that are strange or spooky or totally disturbing, all in wonderful ways.
Men in Black Director to Helm New Comic / Movie Crossover
"Men in Black" director Barry Sonnenfeld is gearing up to release a new project featuring an original graphic novel and movie. We were given an exclusive look at the new book, coming out this June along with some behind-the-scenes details on the project.
Best Of Netflix: Oscar Winners Past
As we prepare for another Academy Awards ceremony (and one in which a black-and-white silent movie might win Best Picture for the first time in decades), take a look back at some Oscar winners of yesteryear. We would like to thank the Academy‚ and Netflix for the instant streaming.
New On Netflix: Rock ‘n’ Roll High School
Sheena is a punk rocker and this Roger Corman-produced musical comedy featuring the Ramones is a piece of punk cinema that you shouldn't miss.
New On Netflix: The Terminator
James Cameron's sci-fi action classic about a robot assassin from the future is still a taut and intense ride.
What’s New In Games This Week
Two familiar faces return, and a newcomer is ready to make a name for himself in this week's new game releases.
What’s New In Music: Sleigh Bells, Grimes, Dustin Wong
This Week: Sleigh Bells power chord their way back with Reign Of Terror; Claire Boucher Visions as Grimes; Ex-Ponytail guitarist Dustin Wong transcends; Indie-folk virtuoso Damien Jurado's releases album number ten.
New On Netflix: Vampire’s Kiss
Nicolas Cage brings the weird and then some in this astonishing curiosity piece about a New York yuppie who thinks he's becoming a real creature of the night.
Ghost Rider: Spirit Of Vengance Review
The sequel that no one wanted is loud, chaotic and dumb -- and feverishly, brazenly, unapologetically so, thanks to the filmmaking bravado of Neveldine/Taylor and weirdo theatrics of Nicolas Cage.
New On Netflix: Scarface
Brian De Palma's gonzo crime opera features a must-be-seen-to-be-believed performance by Al Pacino as a Cuban immigrant turned Miami drug lord.
New On Netflix: Man On Wire
This stunning, inspiring and ultimately very bittersweet documentary chronicles Philippe Petit's 1974 high-wire walk between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center.
New On Netflix: Beetlejuice
Tim Burton's startlingly creative comic fantasy features Michael Keaton's unforgettable performance as the "Ghost with the Most.
