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December 12, 2015
Dennis Quaid mispronounced the name of Saoirse Ronan, inset, when he announced the Golden Globe nominations earlier this week.

'Saoirse' rhymes with 'inertia' – your pronunciation guide to awards season

How do you pronounce "Saoirse Ronan"? Dennis Quaid sure doesn't know. Here's a a helpful video guide to tricky Hollywood names such as that of the "Brooklyn" star as the annual Hollywood awards season heats up.
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December 12, 2015
Sisters Olivia (left) and Maddie Novak indulge in reading two of their favorite Star Wars books under their Star Wars Christmas tree in their Maple Gr

Original 'Star Wars' kids excited to share 'Force Awakens' with their kids

Next week's release of Episode VII is a family affair for many Twin Citians as the franchise spans generations, thanks in part to Disney's takeover.
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December 11, 2015
Max Rebo led the band in "Star Wars, Episode VI: Return of the Jedi."

Rock out like Max Rebo with this Twin Cities 'Star Wars' party guide

Want to celebrate "The Force Awakens"? Fans will have lots of opportunities to whoop it up.
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December 11, 2015
Harrison Ford starred as archaeologist Indiana Jones in the spectacular adventure film "Raiders of the Lost Ark."

20 ways 'Star Wars' conquered pop culture

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December 9, 2015
Star Wars Millennium Falcon kids bed at Pottery Barn. Photo provided by Pottery Barn Kids.

Wookiee approved: The ultimate 'Star Wars' gift guide

This holiday season, "Star Wars" merchandise is as abundant as Stormtroopers who can't shoot straight. Here's a gift guide that focuses on the essentials.
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December 9, 2015
Find your 'Star Wars' fix with video games, comics, TV shows

Find your 'Star Wars' fix with video games, comics, TV shows

If anticipation for "The Force Awakens" has you bouncing off the walls like a CGI Yoda, we have your calming fix. Here are three picks from video games, publishing and TV.
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December 8, 2015
"Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones."

Lileks: Was 'Star Wars' Episode 2 better than the haters believe?

"Attack of the Clones" is better than the last movie in the original trilogy, "Return of the Jedi." Heresy! Perhaps. But search your feelings. You know it to be true.
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December 8, 2015
Director Quentin Tarantino appears at the Hollywood premiere of his new film, "Hateful Eight."

Police protest is a bust at premiere of Quentin Tarantino's 'Hateful Eight'

Concerns of a police protest in response to the director's recent controversial comments about cops went unfounded, as the Hollywood event went off without a hitch.
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December 5, 2015
"Star Wars" eps 4-6, limited edition

Original 'Star Wars' films available on DVD, if you're willing to settle

Tracking down the unchanged trilogy on DVD is no easy task.
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December 5, 2015
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December 3, 2015
"Mediterranea"

Reviewed in brief: 'The Wonders,' 'Mediterranea,' 'The Girl King'

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November 28, 2015
A scene from "The Good Dinosaur." (Pixar) ORG XMIT: 1176586

How Pixar's 'The Good Dinosaur' escaped extinction

New director, producer and voice actors brought Pixar movie back to life.
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November 28, 2015
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November 28, 2015
Gerard Butler stars in "Gods of Egypt."

'Gods of Egypt' director, studio apologize for mostly white cast

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November 27, 2015
Han Solo in the new "Star Wars" The Force Awakens" trailer, which was released Thursday.

New 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' trailer shows Han Solo opening fire

The Thanksgiving treat from Disney and Lucasfilm is filled with action scenes.
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November 27, 2015
November 4, 1983 Charles Martin Smith, a young biologist, is obsessed with his study of Arctic wolves in “Never Cry Wolf." The Walt Disney Pict

5 movies that get you outdoors without leaving your couch

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