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April 15, 2009

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MOVIES

For Your Consideration

Sitting back and relaxing won't save the world, but at least you'll help support green filmmakers and maybe learn a little something while getting your movie fix.

Want a sneak preview of some upcoming eco-movies? And...action! Sitting in an over-air conditioned theater chomping GM popcorn isn't the number one eco-friendliest pastime, but if you want a little inspiration, check out all the green features coming soonâ€¦to a theater near you.

Applause-worthy entertainment. Movies about the environment don't have to be as boring as watching compost biodegrade. Two thumbs up for planet saving. If we do go and see these green movies, studios will take note and make more green features - getting the word out about important issues. Since Jen checked out a screening of The Cove and witnessed the 007-esque techniques they used to uncover dolphin-trapping practices in Japan, sheâ€™s been considering making a career change. Anyone hear of openings for an eco-Bond girl?

The Cove - part whodunit, part eco-educational movie about a team of activists who set out to save fish and dolphins off the coast of Japan. Opens Jul. 31. Battle for Terra - stars like Danny Glover, Luke Wilson, and Evan Rachel Wood lend their voices to this animated adventure movie; plays in 3D in some areas. Opens May 1. Earth - the cinematographers behind the Planet Earth series bring you a beautifully shot, feature-length film about three animal families - elephants, polar bears, and humpback whales. Opens Apr. 22. Food Inc. â€“ unveils the sometimes dirty politics of the food industry; features experts like Michael Pollan (Omnivoreâ€™s Dilemma) and Eric Schloseer (Fast Food Nation). Now in limited release. Fuel - slick docu on new energy sources, featuring interviews with eco-thinkers like Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and eco-celebs like Julia Roberts. Now in limited release. The Age of Stupid - faux documentary-style drama about a less-than-cheery dude who in the year 2055 looks back over the past few decades of climate change. Premieres in May.

Americans eat about 60 quarts (about 8 fish bowls) of popcorn per person per year.

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