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Movies on TV: Feb. 1-7
Don't miss Oscar-worthy performances by Denzel Washington and Tom Hanks in two of this week's must-see flicks ...Pixar is usually the studio to go to for great animated flicks.
But 'Monster House' challenges that theory with a clever and hilarious story that the whole family can enjoy. It also features a number of famous voices, so plan your guessing games accordingly.
Also airing this week are films with two Oscar-worthy performances: 'Forrest Gump' and 'Malcolm X.' Hanks won a 2nd Oscar for the sentimental charmer, while Washington inexplicably lost in a close race against Al Pacino. After seeing the three-hour-plus epic, you'll feel our pain.
See more of our flick picks of the week after the jump.
'Monster House'Sun., Feb. 1, 7PM on TOON
Synopsis: No adults believe three youths' (Mitchel Musso, Spencer Locke, Sam Lerner) assertion that a neighboring residence is a living creature that means them harm.
Famous Voices: 'Monster House' also features the voices of movie stars like Steve Buscemi, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Kathleen Turner.
Our Take: Both funny and scary, this Oscar-nominated flick is one of the few animated features to rival the Pixar franchise.
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'Malcolm X'
Mon., Feb. 2, 8PM on BET
Synopsis: The civil-rights leader (Denzel Washington) rises from criminal to crusader, undergoing a religious conversion while jailed.
What the Critics Said: Critics were generally impressed with Spike Lee's three-hour epic, with much of the praise going to Washington's towering performance.
Our Take: Washington owns the movie in arguably a career-best performance; 16 years later, we still can't believe he lost the Oscar to Al Pacino ('Scent of a Woman').
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'Forrest Gump'Tue., Feb. 3, 7PM on HBO
Synopsis: JFK, LBJ, Vietnam, Watergate and other history is seen through the eyes of an Alabama man (Tom Hanks) with an IQ of 75.
Oscar trivia: Tom Hanks won a Best Actor Oscar for his performance in the film -- his second in two years (he previously won for the film 'Philadelphia').
Our Take: Much of what happens in the film is implausible. But Hanks' Gump is so endearing that the film's sentiment will eventually sneak up on you. Just don't forget to bring the tissues.
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More movies picks of the week:
'Mr. & Mrs. Smith'
Wed., Feb. 4, 8PM on FX
'Mystic River'
Thu., Feb. 5, 8PM on AMC
'Braveheart'
Fri., Feb. 6, 7PM on TNT
'Broadcast News'
Sat., Feb. 7, 12PM on TVLAND
'Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem' (HBO premiere)
Sat., Feb. 7, 8PM on HBO
'Thunderbolt and Lightfoot'
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'Scrubs' to End This Season
Bill Lawrence and Zach Braff are checking out of 'Scrubs.' Last night, Lawrence announced the show's eighth season will be its last, but insists the move from NBC to ABC had nothing to do with it, reports the Daily Press. The announcement was made during a talk at the College of William and Mary, Lawrence's alma mater. Consider this another type of graduation. (Jan. 30)
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Walters Books Jackman, Jonas Brothers
Barbara Walters has snagged a number of A-listers for her annual Oscars special, reveals the Orlando Senteniel. Among the celebrities being interviewed: host Hugh Jackman, Oscar nominee Anne Hathaway ('Rachel Getting Married') and Disney sensations the Jonas Brothers. Because we all know how Oscar-worthy their new 3-D movie looks. (Jan. 30)
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'Howie Do It' Renewed
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CBS Greenlights New Dramas
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'Marie' Gets a Talk Show
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Saget May Return to 'Suburbia'
Bob Saget's 'Surviving Surbuia' may see the light of day after all. ABC is now considering adding the sitcom to their lineup, reports Variety. It's about a family of four trying to deal with new neighbors. Let us guess: Kimmy Gibbler? (Jan. 29)
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Shannon on 'Board' for New Series
Michael Shannon (pictured) is joining Martin Scorsese's 'Boardwalk Empire,' reveals the Hollywood Reporter. The Oscar nominee will co-star alongside Steve Buscemi and Michael Pitt in the pilot about Atlantic City during the early 20th century. 'Empire' is slated to premiere on HBO. (Jan. 29)
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