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Dr. Dolittle 2

Animals abound in this sequel, as Eddie Murphy reprises his role as Dr. Dolittle, the character from the popular children's books by Hugh Lofting. In the film, Dr. Dolittle battles to save the woodlands and the animals living there from the evil developers who want to tear it down. Romance lies at the heart of the film as Murphy's character attempts to unite the sole female bear of the forest (voice of Lisa Kudrow) with a domesticated showbiz grizzly (voice of Steve Zahn) before the wicked loggers arrive.

Atlantis: The Lost Empire

Michael J. Fox and James Garner lend their voices to this animated flick, in which Milo (Fox), a nerdy cartographer, joins a search for the lost colony of Atlantis. The journey is far from over when Milo reaches Atlantis, as he must stay and help save the city from greedy mercenaries.

What's the Worst that Could Happen?

In this over-the-top comedy from MGM, thief Kevin Caffrey (Martin Lawrence) robs the beachfront mansion of Max Fairbanks (Danny DeVito). But the tables turn when the tycoon catches the robber and lies to the police, claiming Caffrey's good-luck ring is his own. Hilarious escapades ensue as the two men go to extremes to obtain the upper hand.

Evolution

Macroevolution takes on a new meaning in the science-fiction comedy. A meteor crashes to the earth, and with it comes alien creatures that evolve into flying dinosaurs, creepy-crawlies and savage reptiles, just to name a few. A team of biologists must stop the creatures from dominating the world.

The Anniversary Party

Gwyneth Paltrow and Kevin Kline headline this movie, which takes place during a couple's six-year anniversary party. The bash is intended to celebrate their reconciliation after a yearlong separation and decision to have children. But what originally begins as a tame party takes an unexpected turn when the couple receives a provocative gift.

Lara Croft: Tomb Raider

This high-action take on the popular video-game features Angelina Jolie as the buxom heroine Lara Croft. Croft must battle the evil members of the Illuminati, who desire the godlike powers of the Triangle of Light. Lara's physical stunts and intellectual prowess must guide her in finding the two halves of the magical triangle in time.

Moulin Rouge

A musical of spectacular proportions, "Moulin Rouge" follows Christian (Ewan McGregor), an idealistic English poet, into the bohemian subculture of Montmartre, Paris at the turn of the 20th century. Christian falls for Satine (Nicole Kidman), a beautiful courtesan who is the star of the famed Moulin Rouge. Life follows art as Christian writes a musical in which Satine must choose between her penniless lover and an evil but powerful man.

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