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By Matt Brunson

FANTASTIC MR. FOX
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DIRECTED BY Wes Anderson
STARS George Clooney, Meryl Streep

Whatever is in the water out in Los Angeles is forcing today’s most acclaimed young filmmakers to bring beloved children’s books to the big screen. First it was Spike Jonze directing an adaptation of Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are, and now it’s Wes Anderson helming a motion picture version of Roald Dahl’s Fantastic Mr. Fox. At this rate, can we soon expect Darren Aronofsky to tackle Dr. Seuss’ Hop on Pop and Paul Thomas Anderson to serve up Arlene Mosel’s Tikki Tikki Tembo? (more…)

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By Matt Brunson

THE MEN WHO STARE AT GOATS
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DIRECTED BY Grant Heslov
STARS George Clooney, Jeff Bridges

Loopy enough to stand out from the homogenized pack but not bold enough to truly go the distance, this eccentric satire (inspired by Jon Ronson’s nonfiction book of the same name) proves to be a modestly pleasing piffle in which journalist Bob Wilton (Ewan McGregor, sincere but straightjacketed by an undemanding role) searches for a great story on the outskirts of the Iraq War and finds one in Lyn Cassady (George Clooney). (more…)

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Friday, April 4

Film
Leatherheads: Are you sick of hearing about this movie yet? Well, too bad! Because North Carolina needs to represent in the box office this week, and show George Clooney how much we love him and his Hollywood dollars filming in our fair state. Then he might come back, and brings friends Brad Pitt and Matt Damon. Can we say, Ocean’s 14: The Bank of America Heist? Hey, let the fangirls dream. Until then, catch George and Renee at your favorite theater. www.charlotte.mrmovietimes.com. And check out the publicity photos of Georgie-boy and Bridget Jones in the Film section.

Music
Loving the Alien: David. F**king. Bowie. Need we say more? OK, it’s not the real David Bowie, but probably the closest any of us in Charlotte will ever get to Ziggy Stardust. This year’s annual Fool’s Brigade Benefit, Loving the Alien: A Tribute to David Bowie, features nearly 20 acts covering all things Bowie, with proceeds going to the Metrolina AIDS Project. For you charlatans who don’t know the power of Bowie, this is your opportunity to be educated. $10, doors open at 8 p.m. Visulite Theatre. www.visulite.com. Find more in Music.

Arts
Jerry Seinfeld: Sure, Bee Movie sucked, but don’t sleep: Jerry Seinfeld was, is and always shall be a consummate funny man. He’s dedicated to the near-extinct art of stand-up comedy and you’ll never see him hit a stage spouting old, stale material. All kidding aside, he’s a legend because he refuses to put the kidding aside — and we should all thank the heavens for that. $45-$75. 7 p.m. Ovens Auditorium. www.ovensauditorium.com. Find more in Arts.

Food
Situl Indian Restaurant: Cozy North Indian restaurant serving generous selections of big flavor in a sparse atmosphere. Hidden behind the Park Road shopping center, it can be a little tricky to find the first time you go, but once you’ve been, you’ll never forget. They also offer a yummy lunch buffet. Good for all you carnivores and vegetarians alike. 540-B Brandywine Rd. 704-523-0037. Find more in Food.

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The stars were in Salisbury yesterday to promote their new movie, Leatherheads. Yes, we stalked them. (Photos by Heather Desmond)

George Clooney

Renee Zellweger

And their shoes

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