Star Wars (Special Edition)
A
2/7/1997 7:30pm Secaucus
In this high-tech remastering of the science-fantasy classic, we are treated
to much better special effects, much improved sound, edited scenes with more
monsters, a new scene with Jabba the Hut and Boba Fett in the background, a
better view of Mos Eisley, and a few other treats.  This finally makes Star
Wars worthy of its two sequels.

Dante's Peak
B
2/9/1997 5:30pm Secaucu
Pierce Brosnan stars as a government geologist who studies volcanic
activity in this action/disaster film about a volcano that erupts over
a small mountainside village.  There is a love interest, of course, but
the plot really doesn't have much time to develop before the eruption
happens and we're off to the races with special effects.  Technically,
it's a great feat, and the cinematography is great, but the story isn't
much of a story.  Sadly, with a year packed with disaster films, the concept
gets a little tired after a while.

Absolute Power
B+
2/21/1997 8pm Secaucus
Clint Eastwood stars as a thief who happens to witness the president being
involved in the murder of his mistress, and the following coverup by his
loyal staff.  This leads into an odd mystery and crime drama as he finds
himself wanting the president to be exposed, but he doesn't want to be
caught for the thieving he was doing that night.  In addition to this, he
struggles with his relationship with his estranged daughter.

The Empire Strikes Back (Special Edition)
A
2/25/1997 7:30pm Secacus
In this remastering of a science fantasy classic, we are treated to enhanced
sound and special effects, a longer fight scene with Luke and the snow monster,
several new scenes and background images of Bespin, and a couple other treats.
What's really interesting is how several walls which were formerly white and
blank have now turned into windows looking out amongst the towers of Bespin.