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Kenneth Turan Kenneth Turan is the film critic for the Los Angeles Times and NPR's Morning Edition, as well as the director of the Los Angeles Times Book Prizes.
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Kenneth Turan: Film Trends for 2004

Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan says that while 2004 was a relatively poor year for quality films, there were some documentaries and animated films that stood out — and some of the best films were also the most controversial.

Kenneth Turan: Film Trends for 2004

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'Hotel Rwanda' Tackles Horror of Genocide

The new film Hotel Rwanda tells the story of the 1994 Rwandan genocide through one man's attempt to save some of his countrymen and women. Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan has a review.

'Hotel Rwanda' Tackles Horror of Genocide

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Eastwood Directs Winning 'Million Dollar Baby'

Clint Eastwood's latest directing effort, Million Dollar Baby, features Eastwood as a boxing trainer and Hillary Swank as a woman trying to break into the fight game. Los Angeles Times critic Kenneth Turan offers a review.

Eastwood Directs Winning 'Million Dollar Baby'

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Turan: 'Closer' Well Dressed but Emotionally Flat

Los Angeles Time movie critic Kenneth Turan says the new movie Closer attempts to deal with the depth of human emotions involving love and relationships. Instead, you'll find empty people trying to fulfill their selfish desires.

Turan: 'Closer' Well Dressed but Emotionally Flat

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Kinsey: Conventional Film, Unconventional Subject

Film critic Ken Turan reviews Kinsey, about the noted sex researcher, starring Liam Neeson and Laura Linney in the roles of Alfred Kinsey and his wife. Conservative groups say the movie "mocks Christianity and condones immorality."

Kinsey: Conventional Film, Unconventional Subject

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A Winning Tribute to the Blues: 'Lightning in a Bottle'

Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan calls Lightning In A Bottle a terrific concert film. It's a tribute to the blues that centers on last year's 100th anniversary of the music form.

A Winning Tribute to the Blues: 'Lightning in a Bottle'

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Foxx Turns In Impressive Showing as 'Ray'

Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan reviews Ray, a new film about the life of Ray Charles. Turan says Jamie Foxx, in the starring role, gives a dominating performance that is at the heart and soul of the film's success.

Foxx Turns In Impressive Showing as 'Ray'

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'Sideways' Trips Through Wine Country, Life

The Alexander Payne film Sideways follows two men and two women on a trip through California wine country. The story becomes a metaphor for their journey through life. Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan offers a review.

'Sideways' Trips Through Wine Country, Life

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Difficult Childhood on Display in 'Tarnation'

Jonathan Caouette made Tarnation, a documentary about his difficult childhood, for just over $200. But the film earned accolades at the Sundance, Cannes and New York Film festivals. Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan has a review.

Difficult Childhood on Display in 'Tarnation'

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Review

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Fish Story: 'Shark Tale' Disappoints

Los Angeles Times film critic Ken Turan reviews Shark Tale, the latest computer animated feature from Dreamworks about a scared little fish who becomes famous as a shark slayer. The new undersea gangster comedy has a slew of celebrity voices. Weekend ticket sales set a new record of $49 million, but Turan was disappointed with what he saw.

Fish Story: 'Shark Tale' Disappoints

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Kenneth Turan: 'Motorcycle Diaries'

Film critic Kenneth Turan reviews the Brazilian movie Motorcycle Diaries. It's the story of a young Che Guevara, the Argentine revolutionary and comrade of Fidel Castro who died almost 40 years ago. The movie opens Friday.

Kenneth Turan: 'Motorcycle Diaries'

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'Sky Captain' Soars on Dazzling Effects

Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow tells the story of a reporter and a hotshot pilot trying to save the world. The film's digitally created universe is both a nostalgic nod to the sci-fi serials of the 1930s and a stunning modernist vision. Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan has a review.

'Sky Captain' Soars on Dazzling Effects

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