Weekend at the Movies! 12-20

Check out these feature films in theater Friday, December 20!

American Hustle

A con man and his partner are forced to work with a crazy FBI agent and soon find themselves in a whole new world.

Starring: Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper, Amy Adams, Jennifer Lawrence, and Jeremy Renner

Rated: R

Running Time: 138 min


Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues

Ron Burgundy takes New York by force when he comes to work for a 24 hour news station.

Starring: Will Ferrell, Paul Rudd, Steve Carell, David Koechner, Christina Applegate, Meagan Good, and James Marsden

Rated: PG-13

Running Time: 119 min

Saving Mr. Banks

Author of Mary Poppins, P.L. Travers, is apprehensive when Walt Disney wants to turn her novel into a movie, which brings back painful childhood memories.

Starring: Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson

Rated: PG-13

Running Time: 125 min



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New Release Tuesday! 12-17

There is plenty to choose from in this weeks new releases! Be sure to check them out Tuesday, December 17!

Prisoners

Mr. Dover's daughter and her friend go missing and although the police are searching and have multiple suspects there seems to be no leads. Just to what extreme will Mr.Dover go to to find the person responsible and protect his family.

Starring: Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Terrance Howard, Viola Davis, and Maria Bello

Rated: R

Running Time: 153 min

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 81%



Kick-Ass 2

The Kick-Ass group teams up with some normal citizens who were motivated to fight crime in costume, while the Red Midst plots an attack on everyone Kick-Ass knows.

Starring: ChlÖe Grace Moretz, Aaron Taylor- Johnson, Jim Carrey, Christopher Mintz-Plasse

Rated: R

Running Time: 103 min

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 29%

Elysium

It is year 2154 and while the wealthy live on a space station the less fortunate reside on a ravaged earth. One man is determined to bring equality to both worlds. 

Starring: Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, and Sharlto Copley

Rated: R

Running Time: 109 min

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 69%

The Family

The Manzoni's are relocated to Normandy, France through the witness protection program but find it hard to blend in.

Starring: Robert De Niro, Michelle Pfeiffer, Dianna Argon, and John D'Leo

Rated: R

Running Time: 111 min

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 29%

Ain't Them Bodies Saints

The story of a prison escapee who journeys through the hills of Texas to be with his wife and daughter whom he has never met.

Starring: Rooney Mara, Casey Affleck, and Ben Foster

Rated: R

Running Time: 96 min

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 81%

The Lone Ranger

Native American Tonto tells the tale of John Reid and how he became a legend of justice.

Starring: Johnny Depp and Armie Hammer

Rated: PG-13

Running Time: 149 min

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 31%

Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters

Poseidon's son and his friends must travel to the Sea of Monsters to find a magical object while trying to fight off an ancient evil.

Starring: Logan Lerman, Alexandra Daddario, and Brandon T. Jackson

Rated: PG

Running Time: 106 min

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 39%

Elysium can be found in the redbox© Tuesday for $1 a night plus tax. All other titles can be purchased or rented from other video store locations.

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Christmas Specials! 12/16-12/22

With Christmas right around the corner the networks are showing Christmas and Holiday Specials! Check below to see what days your favorite Christmas show or movie is playing this week!

Monday, December 16

Disney Prep & Landing

A veteran elf gets paired with a rookie after missing out on a promotion. Now the two must battle obstacles to make Christmas go off without a hitch.

ABC 8/7 c










Prep & Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice

The elves must seek help after a kid hacks into Santa's database.

ABC 8:30/7:30 c











Ice Age:A Mammoth Christmas Special

Sid is worried he may be on the naughty list after ruining Manny's Christmas decorations. Sid along with his friends make a trip to the North Pole to clear his name but make a mess of things instead. 

FOX 9/8 c








Dreamworks Dragons: Gift of the Night Fury

The dragons begin to leave the village suddenly, confusing the village people as to why they left and when they will return.

9:30/8:30 c








Wednesday, December 18

Home for the Holidays with Celine Dion

Celine host her 15th annual event to raise awareness on adoption.

CBS 8/7 c







The iHeart Radio Jingle Ball 2013

Concert in Madison Square Garden featuring Miley Cyrus, Robin Thicke, Macklemore, Selena Gomez, Fifth Harmony, and more.

CW 8/7 c








Michael Buble Christmas

Join Buble as he sings his way into the holidays with friends Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige, and Cookie Monster.

NBC 10/9 c





Friday, December 20


Happiness is a Warm Blanket, Charlie Brown

The peanuts try to get Linus to give up his blanket.

FOX 8/7 c











Saturday, December 21


I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown

ReRun hangs out with Snoopy and Spike to avoid his family's holiday craziness.

ABC 8/7 c
















Don't forget to check out the schedule for ABC Family's 25 Days of Christmas by clicking here!

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Weekend at the Movies! 12-13

Check out these new releases in theaters Friday, December 13!

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

With Bilbo Baggins still holding his magical ring he, the dwarves, and Gandalf the Grey continue their journey to Erebor to defeat Smaug and take back their home.

Starring: Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, and Richard Armitage

Rated: PG-13

Running Time: 161 min


Tyler Perry's a Madea Christmas
Madea is wheedled into going with a friend to surprise her daughter for Christmas in the country and ends up spreading her rare holiday cheer to everyone.

Starring: Tyler Perry, Chad Michael Murray, and Tika Sumpter

Rated: PG-13

Running Time: 105 min


Hours

A father fights to keep his baby girl alive in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

Starring: Paul Walker, Genesis Rodriguez, and Nancy Nave

Rated: PG-13

Running Time: 97 min


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New Release Tuesday! 12-10

Will Gru go back to his old ways and what happens if you fall for your best friends son? Check out these new releases on DVD Tuesday, December 10!

Despicable Me 2

A Secret Anti-Villian Company recruits Gru to help them take down a new super criminal.

Starring: Steve Carell, Kristen Wigg, and Benjamin Bratt

Rated: PG

Running Time: 98 min

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 75%


Man of Tai Chi

An exceptional martial artist finds himself in an underworld fight club.

Starring: Keanu Reeves, Iko Uwais, and Tiger Hu Chen

Rated: R

Running Time: 105 min

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 71%


Battle of the Year

Battle of the year brings dance crews from all over to compete. America hasn't won in eighteen years and Dante plans to assemble a group of the best dancers to change it once and for all.

Starring: Laz Alonso, Josh Holloway, Josh Peck, and Chris Brown

Rated: PG-13

Running Time: 110 min

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 4%


Adore

A pair of neighbors and old friends  fall for each others sons.

StarringL Naomi Watts and Robin Wright

Rated: R

Running Time: 100 min

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 33%


The Hunt

A struggling teacher hit an upswing in life after hearing good news from his son and finding love, however it is all about to change because if a simple lie.

Starring: Mads Mikkelsen, Thomas Bo Larsen, and Annika Wedderkopp

Rated: R

Running Time: 115 min

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 95%



Adore and Battle of the Year can be found in the redbox© Tuesday for $1 a night plus tax. All other titles can be purchased or rented from other video store locations.

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Christmas Specials! 12/9-12/15

With Christmas right around the corner the networks are showing Christmas and Holiday Specials! Check below to see what days your favorite Christmas show or movie is playing this week!

Monday, December 9

Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town

The story of Santa and how he began delivering gifts on Christmas Eve. 

ABC 8/7 c

The Great Christmas Light Fight

Families compete for a cash prize for whomever has the most extreme Christmas display. 

ABC 9/8 c

Tuesday, December 10

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2013

The annual fashion show including performances from Taylor Swift and Fallout Boy.

CBS 10/9 c

Wednesday, December 11

Kelly Clarkson's Cautionary Christmas Music Tale

Kelly Clarkson will be joined by other great performers to put a comedic musical spin on a classic Christmas tale. Guest include Blake Shelton, Jay Leno, Robin Williams, Whoopi Goldberg, and many more.

NBC 10/9 c

Saturday, December 14

It's A Wonderful Life

An angel takes a disgruntled business man on a journey of what life would be like if he never existed. 

NBC 8/7 c

Frosty Returns

Frosty is being jeopardized by an inventor trying to invent a snow removal spray. 

CBS 9:30/8:30 c

PINCHme Box!

I recently did a post on Freebies and Deals if you missed it click here! I just received my second box in the mail! I was super excited to try the products enclosed!

Product 1: Harvest Snap Snapea Crisps (which were delicious)
Product 2: Lady GaGa Fame Perfume (smells lovely)
Product 3: Olay Regenerist Moisturizer ( haven't been able to try this yet)

Don't miss out on these great samples! Sign-Up today at pinchme.com! 

Weekend at the Movies! 12-6

Check out this feature film being released Friday, December 6, 2013!

Out of the Furnace

When Rodney randomly goes missing his older brother Russell must take matters into his own hands after law enforcement fails to take the disappearance seriously. 

Starring: Christian Bale, Casey Affleck, Zoe Saldana, Woody Harrelson, and Forest Whitaker

Rated: R

Running Time: 116 min

*I believe this film is limited release but it may be available nationwide in a few weeks

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ABC Family's 25 Days of Christmas

ABC Family plays Christmas movies and shows throughout the month. Instead of listing each day I am posting the schedule. Enjoy!

*Right click the schedule and save to enlarge.

Christmas Specials! 12/2-12/8

With Christmas right around the corner the networks are showing Christmas and Holiday Specials!I will post a schedule weekly for the upcoming shows and films. Check below to see what days your favorite Christmas show or movie is playing!

Wednesday, December 4

Christmas in Rockefeller Center

Join Al Roker and Savannah Guthrie as they host the 16th Annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center. Musical guest include Ariana Grande, Mariah Carey, Kelly Clarkson, mary J. Blige, and more! 

NBC 8/7 c


The SNL Christmas Special

Gear up for the holidays with SNL by watching the best of SNL Christmas sketches. 

NBC 9/10 c






Thursday, December 5

Sound of Music Live!

A new rendition of the beloved Broadway musical starring Carrie Underwood and Stephen Moyer.  

NBC 8/7 c















Friday, December 6

Frosty the Snowman

Story of the gentle warm-hearted snowman that is at risk for melting unless he can make it to the North Pole. 

CBS 8/7 c







Yes, Virginia

A young girl is on a mission to find out if Santa really does exist and writes to a the editor of newspaper for help. 

CBS 8:30/7:30 c

Freebies and Deals!

If you know me you know I like a good deal, clearance, or even better something free! Over my years of finding the best deals I have come across some sites that are great for free things with a little (thumbelina little) bit of work.

RewardsGold

RewardsGold is a site that offers magazine subscriptions in exchange for your opinion. By taking a survey you earn points and those points can be used in the RewardsGold Store to order numerous magazines. Some surveys are short and others are long but well worth it. Certain times through out the year they will send out emails for very popular magazines that aren't available in the store. I have a 2 year subscription with US Weekly as well as 1 year subscription with Glamour and both magazines are not cheap. I have been apart of this site for years and have NEVER been billed for any magazines. One of the best things about them also is that you can send a subscription to a friend as a gift and you pay nothing! All you have to do is sign-up, start taking surveys, and find the magazine that best suits you!

PINCHme

PINCHme is a site that sends you free samples to try and then review. The samples come in a box and you can order up to three at a time. Once you receive them you try them out and then log in to give your review and earn points. The more points you have the more samples that are available to you. Shipping is always free so you never pay for anything. Bonus! The samples are great products that you may have heard of or may not have but sign-up to start enjoying! Below are just a few of the samples they will soon be offering!

Recyclebank
Recyclebank is all about well recycling! And making the world a better and "greener" place! Once you sign-up you will be able to earn points by making pledges to be greener, learning new ways and facts about recycling and reusing, and taking small quizzes that help educate you and keep you more aware on issues facing our communities today. The points can be used for multiple things such as money off coupons to your favorite store, coupons for restaurants, and even magazine subscriptions or books! 

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