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THE ASTRONAUT FARMER

Starring Billy Bob Thornton, Virginia Madsen, Bruce Dern, Tim Blake Nelson, J.K. Simmons
Directed by Michael Polish; Written by Mark and Michael Polish (Northfork, Jackpot, Twin Falls Idaho)
Genre: Adventure, Family, Comedy, Drama
Rated PG

Plot Summary: Charles Farmer (Billy Bob Thornton), a family man dismissed from the NASA space program decides to build a rocket in the barn of his ranch, a dream which looks likely to cost his family their home, as the project is being eyed warily by the FBI and the Dept. of Homeland Security.

Review
Although the premise of a farmer building a rocket in his barn is a bit strange, Warner Bros. has done a decent job selling the movie on its strengths, such as its similarities to space-faring films like Apollo 13 and Space Cowboys. It's not nearly as quirky or difficult to palate as the Polish Brothers last few movies, and it's only the second PG movie to enter the market in months, so it could snag some of the audiences who went to see Disney's Bridge to Terabithia this past weekend. Really though, it's more likely that the movie will do a lot of its business based on strong word-of-mouth from its opening weekend as people tell their friends about it. Opening in just 2,000 theatres, expect a moderate opening and decent legs as it offers a safer film experience than some of the other choices. This should be a great storytelling movie. I give it 3 out of 5 hearts!

Dear Movie Goers,

I chose two movies this week that I believe have a lot of potential of being Top Box Office worthy.  “The Astronaut Farmer” starring Billy Bob Thorton and the other movie, “Amazing Grace” which has been getting great reviews all over, will be flicks you will want to see and take your family and friends.

I found another website that promotes Christian/Inspirational/Wholesome films; its   www.christianmovies.com … check it out!

Everyone have a great week and I will see you at the movies!

Peace Out,

Philly

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