| By KC Ifeanyi Moving Pictures magazine is pleased to offer November 2007's DVD release dates. This month's releases are enough to satisfy any film lover, with selections that include family comedies, psychological thrillers and heart-pumping action films. Also, check out the links on select films for exclusive MPM extras. November 6
I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry
Adam Sandler and Kevin James star in Dennis Dugan's comedy about two straight New York firemen who pose as a newly married gay couple in order to receive domestic-partner benefits. However, what was once supposed to be a clandestine ruse has turned into front-page news. Now, the two must continue with the charade to keep their benefits and fool the probing specialist who's out to blow their cover. MPM Review. Sicko
Filmmaker Michael Moore takes a look inside the American healthcare system, exposing shocking truths about its pharmaceutical industry and health insurance policies. Moore travels to various countries to compare the U.S.'s deficient healthcare system with the likes of Canada, France and England, and what he finds is sure to open eyes. MPM Review.
Ratatouille
Disney and Pixar's latest animated film serves up a recipe for comedy. Remy is a young French rat from the countryside with a culinary passion. Linguini is a bumbling garbage boy who accidentally reaches celebrity chef status with a little help from the talented rodent. The unlikely duo must now team up to help realize each other's dreams, facing blocking characters along the way, including Linguini's skeptical boss and Remy's obstinate father.
November 13
Amazing Grace
Albert Finney, Ioan Gruffudd and Romola Garai star in director Michael Apted's retelling of the unforgettable story behind the famous hymn. In 18th-century Britain, William Wilberforce (Gruffudd) is the heroic abolitionist responsible for forcing anti-slave legislation through Parliament. Along the way, he naturally faces opposition from those profiting from the transatlantic trading. Paris, je t'aime
Paris provides the romantic background for 20 directors helming 20 vignettes centered around the city of love and its "denizens," including Natalie Portman, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Juliette Binoche and Elijah Wood. Paris, je t'aime also mixes a variety of French and American directors, including the Coen brothers, Gus van Sant, Olivier Assayas, Wes Craven and Sylvain Chomet - all with a Paris-inspired story to tell. MPM Review. La vie en rose
Olivier Dahan directs this biopic of the acclaimed singer Edith Piaf, one of France's most celebrated figures. Dahan brilliantly captures Piaf's incredible journey from the slums of Belleville to iconic status to the tragic conclusion of her life. Shrek the Third
Shrek, Donkey, Puss and all the other lovable characters are back for the third installment of the Shrek series. When Princess Fiona's father falls ill, the hilarity ensues as Shrek becomes the temporary king of Far Far Away. MPM Still Life special feature.
Ocean's Thirteen
Danny Ocean and the boys are back to pull off their third heist with the help of an unexpected ally. When casino owner Willy Bank (Al Pacino) double-crosses one of the original 11, Danny's crew teams up with their ex-rival Terry Benedict (Andy Garcia) to take down the tyrant and settle the score in - where else? - Las Vegas. MPM Review. November 20
Hairspray
John Waters' 1988 cult classic gets a makeover with a whole new cast. During the racially tense 1960s, big and bubbly Tracy Turnblad (Nikki Blonsky) is on a mission to shake a tail feather and shake up the times using her spot on a TV dance competition to bring about integration.
Live Free or Die Hard
Detective John McClane is back, along with all the thrills, spills and explosions that have become synonymous with the Die Hard series. When an international terrorist organization threatens the U.S. computer infrastructure, it's up to McClane (Bruce Willis) and a young hacker (Justin Long) to restore security and save McClane's daughter from the enemy's clutches.
Rescue Dawn
Christian Bale and Steve Zahn star in Werner Herzog's true story of Dieter Dengler (Bale), a German-American with a dream of flying. After enlisting in the Navy as a fighter pilot during the Vietnam War, Dengler's plane is shot down and he is taken prisoner. Now, Dengler and a small contingent of fellow POWs must attempt a harrowing escape in order to save their lives.
November 27
Bratz
The popular fashion dolls are brought to life and thrown into high school in Sean McNamara's fresh and fun film. Jade, Cloe, Sasha and Yasmin are four completely different girls yet they are the best of friends. However, the domineering school president is determined to break up the pack and place them into their "correct" social cliques. Paprika
Satoshi Kon's visionary masterpiece takes animation to a whole new level. The line between dreams and reality is severely blurred when a device is stolen that allows the user to enter someone's mind. A young psychologist must dive into the dream world as her alter ego, Paprika, and find out who is behind the theft and end the chaos.
Waitress
Keri Russell stars in Adrienne Shelly's romantic comedy about a young, pregnant waitress in an abusive relationship who gets one last shot at happiness when a kind-hearted doctor moves into town and lends a sympathetic ear. I Know Who Killed Me
Lindsay Lohan stretches her dramatic muscle in Chris Sivertson's psychological thriller. When Aubrey Fleming (Lohan) escapes captivity from a sadistic serial killer, the traumatized girl who wakes up in the hospital insists she is not Aubrey and that the real Aubrey is still in mortal peril.
Hot Rod
Self-proclaimed stuntman Rod Kimble (Andy Samberg) is preparing for his biggest stunt to date: jumping 15 school buses on his trusty motorbike in order to raise money for his step-father's heart operation. Mr. Bean's Holiday
En route to his vacation in Cannes, Mr. Bean inadvertently separates a little boy from his father. Now, he must trek across the French countryside to bring the family together and enjoy his European holiday. | 
