“The King’s Speech” tells the poignant story of stammering King George VI of Britain and the therapist who helps him overcome his shortcoming.
The historical drama earned 12 Academy Award nominations, the most of any movie released in 2010.
Rated R for language, “The King’s Speech” is one of three new films playing at Boaz 9 Cinema this weekend. The other two are:
• “The Mechanic.” This R-rated ultraviolent action romp stars Jason Statham and is a remake of the 1972 Charles Bronson flick. “The Mechanic” follows an elite assassin who teaches his murdered mentor’s son the tricks of the trade.
• “The Rite.” This atmospheric horror thriller is inspired by a true story revolving around exorcism and demonic possession. Rated PG-13, “The Rite” stars Anthony Hopkins as an experienced exorcist of the Roman Catholic Church.
Gospel singer Barbara Fairchild is scheduled to perform Feb. 5 at Reliving the Memories Dinner Theater in Sardis City, according to the theater’s website. Showtime is 7 p.m. Fairchild scored a No. 1 country hit in 1973 with “Teddy Bear Song.”
Romantic comedy “No Strings Attached” starring Natalie Portman and Ashton Kutcher tied up the top spot at the North American box office, opening with almost $20 million.
Superhero action comedy “The Green Hornet” ($17.6M) slipped down one peg to No. 2 in its second weekend.
“The Dilemma” ($9.1M) starring Vince Vaughn and Kevin James dropped a slot to No. 3 in its second weekend.
Historical drama “The King’s Speech” ($7.8M) held steady at No. 4 in its ninth weekend.
“True Grit” ($7.3M) starring Jeff Bridges fell two notches to No. 5 in its fifth weekend.
DVD and Blu-ray: “Secretariat.” One of the most enjoyable films of 2010, “Secretariat” tells the true story of the woman who owned the 1973 Triple Crown winner. Diane Lane hits all the right notes in the lead role, while John Malkovich provides comic relief as Secretariat’s offbeat trainer.
Also out on DVD and Blu-ray this week:
• “Red.” This action comedy stars Bruce Willis, Morgan Freeman, John Malkovich and Helen Mirren as retired government agents targeted by high-tech hit squads.
• “Saw: The Final Chapter.” Released in 3D in theaters, “Saw” continues its torturous tale of terror as survivors of the villainous Jigsaw gather to seek support from a self-help guru.
CD: “2011 Grammy Nominees.” The best mainstream music of the past year is featured on this annual compilation. Highlights include the funky “Forget You,” the blistering “Love the Way You Lie,” the sugary sweet “Just the Way You Are” and country gem “The House that Built Me.” Ubiquitous singles “Need You Know” and “Hey, Soul Sister” make the cut as does the stirring cover of “Don’t Stop Believin’” by the “Glee” cast.
Also out on CD this week:
• “Kiss Each Other Clean.” Idiosyncratic indie rock by Iron & Wine.
• “Greatest Hits.” Ten-song retrospective by country singer Joe Nichols.
• “A Celebration in Song.” Inspirational pop by Olivia Newton-John and a host of duet partners, including Keith Urban.
• “Mission Bell.” Soulful folk-pop by Amos Lee.
• “The Party Ain’t Over.” Electrifying honky-tonk by Wanda Jackson, the Queen of Rockabilly.
• “Simply Eva.” Intimate acoustic ballads gently kissed by the alluring vocals of Eva Cassidy, who died in 1996 of skin cancer at age 33.
• “The Love.” Outstanding five-song set of simmering soul by Corinne Bailey Rae.
• “Lorraine.” Excellent collection of country-tinged folk by Lori McKenna.
SONG: “For You, and Your Denial.” Florida alternative rock band Yellowcard delivers high-energy pop punk tempered with exquisite flourishes of violin. The narrator is trying to apply tough love to a desperate and troubled friend. “Underneath it all you’ll always have this war inside yourself,” he sings. “I’m letting you go now.”
“Country fans may enjoy “Dirt Road Anthem.” Jason Aldean sings and tries to rap nostalgic as a ride down a dirt road conjures memories of small-town country life. “Dirt Road Anthem” is the highest debuting single on the Billboard Country Songs chart this week.
BEST LINE I HEARD IN A SONG THIS WEEK: “My life is pieces of paper that I’ll get back to later” — “The Most” by Lori McKenna.
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