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Nicky Barnes stars in "Mr. Untouchable," directed by Marc Levin. Frank Lucas' story, "American Gangster," stars Oscar winners Denzel Washington (as Frank Lucas) and Russell Crowe, and is directed by the Oscar-nominated director Ridley Scott.

Based on a an article in "New York" magazine, "American Gangster" documents the rise and fall of heroin dealer Frank Lucas

"They hate you! You represent progress and that my friend is why you are going to jail!" This line delivers a very bone chilling message of how far we still have to go as a human race to eliminate institutional racism.

Movie review of "American Gangster"

Jay-Z brings forth a new album based on the new Denzel Washington & Russell Crowe film, "American Gangster".

Review of new Denzel Washington/Russell Crowe movie "American Gangster."

When the Oscars are awarded many people aren't familiar with the winners because they weren't aware of the movie when it was at the theaters. Well here is a preview of possible upcoming Oscar nominees so you can see them at the theaters.

American Gangster is Ridley Scott's contribution to the genre of the New York Dope Epic, of which it contains many of the clichés. This is no less the case just because American Gangster is based on a true story.

Why this movie can't be missed.

During 1970 it was claimed Frank Lucas earned approximately $1 million dollar per day by dealing 97% pure hereon in 116th street. Richie Roberts brings down the emperor of Lucas.

Movie review of the highly anticipated "American Gangster"

Look for these titles at the theaters this November. Who knows, one of them could be the best picture of the year and you might miss it.

The first involves a gritty crime drama, the second tells the story of a unique child, the third is a Christmas comedy and the fourth tells a very powerful story.

Don't know what movies are going to be nominated for Oscars next year? Well check out these movies.

"American Gangster" offers us another brilliant piece of filmmaking from Ridley Scott who keeps his movie focused on his two main characters and the world around them with tremendous detail.

Ridley Scott's new crime film, American Gangster starring Academy Award winners Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe is a fantastic piece of cinematic work. The two have not worked together since Virtuosity in 1995; this is definitely a must-see movie.

"Mr. Untouchable" is a documentary about Nicky Barnes that attempts to show the other side of the drama that unfolded when Frank Lucas was running New York City with his heroin traffic. Well not exactly, Nicky Barnes,

From shady cops to ruthless hoodlums, Ridley Scott's "American Gangster" thrills with the grandiose bravado only a masterly director can accomplish.

American Gangster is the one movie you don't want to miss this fall.

I didn't see any of the Oscar-nominated Best Mvoies in the theatres, so this past week off from school was a mad catch-up via DVD. Though not nominated for Best Picture, American Gangster was one that I somewhat enjoyed.

Any great actor can have his or her own feelings, but I would prefer it if they would keep those beliefs to themselves.

African American youth are sometimes mesmerized by the street culture. It is an important issue to address because many parents have moved their children out of the ghetto, only to find out that their children are glorifying it more than ever.

If you've ever watched the Oscars and thought, "I've never even heard of these movies" then make sure to see the Oscar nominees ahead of time but checking out my predictions for possible Oscar nominees.

These films stand out in ways that speak to our manhood-grit, toughness, supreme confidence, the ease of handling the opposite sex and when those aren't enough: a can of Whup Ass, WWE-approved.

A forecast of the upcoming 2007 high-profile fall movie season, including scheduled Thanksgiving releases, Christmas releases, and possible Oscar contenders.

All the big blockbusters have now come and gone. So what is there to watch the rest of 2007?

Playboy founder Hugh Hefner has given the green light for a movie project about his life.

Heres a detailed look at 47 movies coming out between November 2 and January 4th, 2008.

This year's Academy Awards is sure to be controversial. We will have some surprises in store.

Though we still don't know if the show will in fact go on, due to the never-ending Writer's Strike, the Oscars nominations will nevertheless be announced at 5:30 am PT (8:30 am EST) this upcoming Tuesday, January 22, 2008.

Have you ever watched the Oscars and thought, "I've never heard of these movies!" Well watch some of these supporting actors' movies and you'll probably be familiar with the nominees this year.

Have you ever watched the Oscars and thought, "I didn't see any of these movies?" Well check out some of the possible upcoming nominees so you can be sure to catch their movies.

"American Gangster" is coming to theaters on November 2nd, 2007. Find out how much you know about the real American Gangster, Frank Lucas.

Who would have thought that a Ridley Scott film starring Russell Crowe would play more like a Diane Lane vehicle? A Good Year is very much...

Set in the 1970's, American Gangster is based on true story of Frank Lucas, New York's brilliant and terrifying mobster and the police officer who chased him.

Denzel Washington may not be serving in the Iraq War, but he certainly wants to make the movie of a lifetime to show people what the war is like from a soldier's eyes. It may be Washington's way of helping fight the War on Terrorism.

Column explores Jay-Z's determination to recapture the brilliance of his debut album, Reasonable Doubt when he releases his second album in 12 months, American Gangster.

Column explores Jay-Z's determination to recapture the brilliance of his debut album, Reasonable Doubt when he releases his second album in 12 months, American Gangster.

A review of Ridley Scott's Gladiator.

With another great performance coming with 'American Gangster' fans are wondering has Washington ever truely gotten the props he deserves?

This film tells of a London trader who revisits fond memories as he sells the Provence chateau and winery from his past.

It was a loooooooooooooooooong story that did one thing well....drag out fact after fact after fact after fact. Not once in this movie did heart decide to come out and play a part.

This year's award races in the film industry heavily favor George Clooney, Gangster Themes, and Writer's Strike political correctness. An Oscar and Golden Globes wrapup.

A review of the film "American Gangster"

My picks for winners of the most popular categories for the 2008 Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Oscar Awards.

Want to know what movies to watch to be ready for the Oscars in March. Here's 10 movies you should check out.

It's never too early to start handicapping this year's Oscar race.

In a world where the development of our youth is vital to our species' existence, are movies such as American Gangster aiding in our positive efforts towards a violence-free future?

An epic that is too epic? Too gangster or not enough? Good or bad?

Film director Ridley Scott is using the legend of Robin Hood as the source for an upcoming film, Nottingham, which will star Russell Crowe as the Sherriff of Nottingham. Scott is going to approach the iconic story with an interesting twist.

This is areview of the Russell Crowe film, A Good Year, recently released on DVD.

Oscar-Winner Marion Cotillard apologized for her quotes that the 9/11 World Trade Center Attack & the 1969 moon-walk were American hoaxes

Critical review of American Gangster the movie in theaters now!

With the winners of the Golden Globes fresh in people's minds, who will be nominated for Oscars in 2008? These 2008 Oscar predictions offer some of the best bets for who'll be nominated, and who will ultimately walk away with the the prize.

Here is a review of the top hockey movies of all time. I was hoping for 10 but could ony come up with 5

A list of the best of the best in sci-fi movies.

In celebration of the upcoming football season here is a list of the greatest football movies of all time.

I have around a 75% rate of predicting the nominees in the six major Oscar categories. These are my theories about who will get in this year.

After a recent string of hits, director Ridley Scott gambles with a risky subject matter and gets mixed results, quality-wise.

Time now for the movie edition of predictions for 2008. As with the political predictions, we shall approach them in the spirit of often in error but never in doubt.

Leonardo DiCaprio is set to star in a new Ridley Scott thriller that will have him tracking an Al Qaeda leader.

A Good Year (2006) is a romantic comedy/drama starring Russell Crowe as Max Skinner, Parisienne actress Marion Cotillard as Fanny Chenal, and Albert Finney (Traffic - 2000) as Uncle Henry. Freddie Highmore plays the crotchety child Maximilian.

Forget about the Oscars. Who is going to win a Razzie Award this year?

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Superb acting, witty dialogue, meaningful historical events and powerful moral messages easily earn Denzel Washington's directorial debut The Great Debater's a spot amongst the year's best.

Even with the ongoing Writer''s Guild of America strike, awards season carries on with the Oscars. Here is a list of probable nominees in the 6 major categories for the 80th annual Academy Awards

Determined by the Hollywood Foreign Press, the Golden Globes are considered the precursor to the Oscar nominations.

Success and parental guidance at its best!

The Golden Compass, I Am Legend and Alvin and the Chipmunks are a few of the movies debuting in December. Here's a look.

This is a count down of the ten best films from this past year.

The Screen Actors Guild Awards are still slated to occur this upcoming Sunday, January 27, 2008 after having reached an interim agreement with the Writers Guild of America.

Along with some weak offerings, Hollywood produced at least 10 films that rose to the top.

here's a look at what i believe are the top ten movies of 2007. take a look!

Save your money.

A complete list of the Golden Globe Nominees for 2007.

In a funk? Perhaps you've had a bad breakup or lost your job. Right now, things seem pretty bleak. Here's a list of fifteen movies to help you keep things in perspective.

A Good Year is not a terrible movie. I suppose you could start smiling from the first scene and never stop.

The public seems to agree that much of the success and fanfare over the truly good music in 2007 has been a sigh of relief to some degree. Here's a look into the original and re-released albums that have made the year pleasantly good.

Throughout life we learn more about life itself, and we discover human nature. How much of who we are as adults is influenced by what we watched as children or young adults.

An overview of the nominees, and my predictions for the winners of the 80th annual Academy Awards

The historical epic, first revived in the modern era by Gladiator and thought to have been killed by a series of bombs, including Kingdom of Heaven, King Arthur, and Oliver Stone's Alexander, seems to be rising from the dead.

This article examines the acting and directing styles used in the film Alien.

We all have our favorites. Be your favorite movie from a horror film to a romantic tear jerker to even the most sarcastic spoof of a real movie ever, these movies leave a lasting impression in our minds and never, not even once get old.

Over one quarter of the world's population lived and died under the rule of the Caesars. After Maximus and the rest of the slaves win the battle, Comadous wishes to see this "Spaniard" who is Maximus.

The ballots are in and the nominees have been selected. Read on to find out who was nominated, who wasn't, who will be the likely winners, who shouldn't be there at all and who I think should walk away with the trophies this time around.

Part three of my BIG four part series called Jetlag Democracy's BIG Fall Movie Preview.

An essay that examines the question of who is the best actor making movies today.

3:10 To Yuma belongs on a short list of strong Westerns since 1980.

Shawn Carter started out as a finesse, mafioso rapper whose aim was to put his new business venture in Roc-A-Fella Records on the map by releasing his own album, seemingly as the only record that he would intend to record.

Movies with the most nominees won less awards. Big awards went to "The Departed". Scorsese final won an oscar for Directing.

My predications for the 2008 Oscars.

The top 20 comedies of all time, including a brief summary and a famous quote left behind from each film. Compiled from an original list of 80, sure to spark debate or enthusiastic agreement.

Though February is Oscars month- we hope- there are also new movies being released. Teleporters, bickering treasure hunters, and tricky action thrillers highlight this month of films.

A film industry insider's guide to the best bets for who takes home a statue at the 2007 Academy Awards.

Many expected winners did actually take home the golden statue, but there were a couple surprises!