Cloud Atlas

dvd of the week David Mitchell’s novel Cloud Atlas, considered one of the greatest literary achievements of the last two decades by many critics, was thought to be impossible to adapt for film. There are six narratives that take place in wildly different times and spaces and they’re connected in weird and wonderful ways. The…

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‘ParaNorman,’ ‘Cloud Atlas’ among GLAAD Media Award nods

(CNN) — Just because it’s entertaining doesn’t mean it can’t also set an example. That’s the position the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation takes with its nominees for the 24th annual GLAAD Media Awards, which recognizes “outstanding images of the LGBT community.” Among the contenders in the outstanding film – wide release category are…

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Lana, Andy Wachowski, Tom Tykwer explain ‘Cloud Atlas:’ eclectic trailer debuts

The much anticipated movie Cloud Atlas weaves together the complex lives and storylines of the individuals we meet every day. Written and directed by Lana Wachowski, Tom Tykwer, and Andy Wachowski, the film is based on the novel Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell. Lana Wachowski, previously Larry, makes her first official appearance – a special…

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