Miami movies, theaters, showtimes, and reviews

Speed Racer (PG) *

Speed Racer is such a dull, clunky, joyless mess, it's hard to believe the people who made it understand much about movies.

The directing debut of Oscar-winning actress Helen Hunt is less noteworthy for its erratic parts than for its atmospheric whole.

Fugitive Pieces is a story of unspeakable loss and how it eats at the souls of survivors.

Filled with some witty (and raunchy) one-liners, A Four Letter Word is a well-crafted, deceptively light-'n'-fluffy romantic comedy.

The overwhelming sensation of deja vu you get from What Happens in Vegas is exhausting and disorienting.

David Mamet enters the realm of sports drama and Rocky-underdog clichés and discovers it's a surprisingly good fit.

For a movie clearly aimed at a female audience, it has a curious attitude toward women, portraying them as stupid, dull and easily duped.

Baby Mama is just amusing enough to provoke a few chuckles and just short enough to keep you from glancing at your watch.

Downey performs like a well-oiled machine, and steals the show.

Escape the multiplex and see a movie in the great outdoors. From family faves to foreign gems, our outdoor movie guide shows you how.

The latest on coming attractions, movie reviews and industry chatter from Miami Herald film critic Rene Rodriguez.

Looking for celluloid not starring Will Smith? Check out Kevin Craft's blog on the local indie film scene.

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