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Mark Hamill Shares His Five Favorite Movies

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As Luke Skywalker, Mark Hamill used the Force to get himself out of one outer-space pickle after another. Those Jedi mind tricks served him well -- too well, since none of his subsequent movies attracted even a fraction of the fame of Star Wars. After starring in a string of low-profile films in the 1990s, Hamill took up voice acting. So what does the star of a legendary sci-fi franchise consider to be classic cinema? He shared his five favorite flicks with us (and not a single one takes place in space). Read on.

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Female Action Heroes Movie Photo Quiz

Guns, explosions and gratuitous violence aren't just for the guys these days. How well do you know the exploits of women like Angelina Jolie, Milla Jovavich and Kate Beckinsale, who kick ass and still look good? Try to match the photo to the female action flick and find out if you're as tough as you think.Take Quiz »


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Who's the Worst Blind Date Ever? (And Aren't You Glad You're Single?)

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First dates are hard enough. But when it's a blind date and your date is a kook? Let the chaos begin. Meet these eight big screen freaks of love. Some will stalk you clear across the country (Sandra Bullock, All About Steve); some get wasted and cause all kinds of trouble (Kim Basinger, Blind Date); and yes, some are partial to drinking their aftershave (Woody Allen, Play It Again, Sam). So which of these messes is the most nightmarish? Vote to crown a champion of the worst blind dates ever. Tell your own blind date stories in the comments.

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Tags: 50 first dates, all about steve, blind date, booty call, bye bye love, I'm gonna get you sucka, mystery date, play it again, sam

Pick-Up Lines in the Movies Quiz

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On screen, smooth-talking seducers have lines that vary from gold to misguided. Which Nicolas Cage Romeo drops this winner: "I'm really good in bed, believe me. You smell good too?" Which horny teen's come-on is simply, "Suck me"? Prove you know cinema's most memorable come-ons. Take Quiz »


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Go, Super Bowl! Movie Teams Face Off in a Fantasy-Football Tourney, Hollywood-Style

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It's that time of year again! Super Bowl XLIV is upon us -- so what are you doing reading this post? Perhaps you find yourself looking for ways to kill the time before kickoff. Maybe you're just disgusted that it's Saints vs. Colts and looking for distraction. Whatever the reason, every fan of the game has his or her favorite movies about the sport. Here's your chance to weigh in. Vote for your favorite movie teams and see how they fare in this ode to pigskin players from the best football flicks off all time.

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Football in the Movies Ultimate Fan Quiz

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With the Saints and Colts about to go helmet to helmet, revisit cinema's best pigskin flicks. What famed football player is depicted in The Express? Al Pacino coaches which fictional team in Any Given Sunday? Which high-school football movie follows the Permian High Panthers? Prove your love of football with this quiz.Take Quiz »


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Kevin Costner on Wolf Issues and Scene-Stealing

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The star of Silverado and Dances With Wolves reveals behind-the-scenes trivia from two of his biggest movies. Watch these five clips to find out which role in Silverado Costner really wanted (hint: it's not Jake), what scene was cut from the movie to protect children, how animals nearly derailed production of Dances With Wolves, and more.

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Tune in to AMC on Sat., Feb. 8, at 8PM | 7C, for Silverado and on Sun., Feb. 9, at 8PM | 7C, for Dances With Wolves.

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Movie History - Five Truths Served Up by This Year's Oscar Nominations

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It's that time of year again: the Oscar nominations have been announced. This year's awards race is particularly notable, as it marks the debut of the Academy's newly expanded, ten-nominee Best Picture slate. As is always the case, the movies blessed with nominations are a good indicator of not only how things are going in Hollywood but also in the culture-at-large. What lessons can we glean from this year's picks?

1. Longevity and Maturity Count
EXHIBIT A: Eighty-year-old Christopher Plummer, best known for his portrayal of Captain Von Trapp in the Best Picture-winning Sound of Music (1965), received his first Oscar nomination after a fifty-six-year-long film career, for his role in The Last Station. If he wins the Oscar, he will be the oldest male performer ever to win an acting Oscar, beating out George Burns for his win in The Sunshine Boys (1975).


EXHIBIT B: Two senior Oscar winners received additional acting nominations: 72-year-old Morgan Freeman acquired his fifth acting nomination, for Invictus, and 64-year-old British actress Helen Mirren scored her fourth acting nomination, for The Last Station.


EXHIBIT C: Sixty-year-old Meryl Streep garnered her sixteenth nomination and a record thirteenth lead nomination (surpassing Katharine Hepburn's twelve), for her role as bubbly chef Julia Child in Julie & Julia.


EXHIBIT D: Fellow 60-year-old Jeff Bridges received an acting nomination, his fifth, for his role as broken-down country singer Bad Blake in first-time director Scott Cooper's Crazy Heart.


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Flashback Five - The Best Kevin Costner Movies You've Never Seen

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Kevin Costner is an interesting movie star. For a time, he was the biggest name in Hollywood, with mega hits like Bull Durham, Field of Dreams, and Dances With Wolves. And while he might not be as ubiquitous as he was way back then, he's still churning out some interesting films that deserve a second -- or first -- look. Need a recommendation? You're in luck!

1. The Company Men (2010)
Unless you were at this year's Sundance Film Festival, you probably haven't seen this downsizing drama. Costner co-stars as Ben Afflecks blue-collar brother-in-law, and turns in a low-key, restrained, and soulful performance. Put this one on your "to see" list.

2. Mr. Brooks (2007)
Though this split-personality thriller eventually topples under the weight of its own twists and sub-plots, the movie is anchored by a surprisingly different kind of performance from Costner. He plays a suburban psychopath in the American Psycho mold. The former Bull Durham star tweaks his squeaky clean image, and shows an intriguing darker side.

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Kevin Costner Ultimate Fan Quiz

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Kevin Costner does a few things really well -- and it's not a British accent! Why doesn't he use one in Prince of Thieves? What position does Costner play in For Love of the Game? Which of his performances earned him a Razzie? How well do you know all of Costner's biggest movie hits and strike-outs?Take Quiz »


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