In September, Cinemax begins its second year as the only premium channel presented in 100% True HD (1080i) – while showcasing Hollywood’s hottest hits, the best in new cinema, action-packed thrillers, wild comedies, classic screen gems and more. In September Cinemax See It Saturdays is debuting Changeling, The Dark Knight, Body of Lies and Choke. Cinemax Vanguard is debuting El Bufalo de la Noche and Flash of Genius.
Showcasing the network’s unparalleled movie volume and variety daily in prime time, Cinemax has the best selection of the most movies, including new “See It Saturday” films, timeless favorites, classics, critically acclaimed independent and foreign films, and more!
Cinemax “SEE IT SATURDAY” DEBUTS
Changeling: Oscar® nominee Angelina Jolie stars in this touching drama about a tragic child abduction in 1920s Los Angeles. Based on a true story, the three-time Academy Award® nominee also stars John Malkovich. (Directed by Clint Eastwood; written by J. Michael Straczynski.) (R – 2008) [AL, V,] ESP Playdates: September 5, 6, 7, 9, 17, 22 and 30
The Dark Knight TM: Christian Bale stars as the mysterious, crime-fighting superhero Batman in the latest big screen incarnation of the popular comic book series, directed by Christopher Nolan. This time, Gotham City is threatened by the psychotic Joker. Michael Caine, Oscar and Golden Globe winner Heath Ledger, Gary Oldman, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Morgan Freeman also star. (Screenplay by Jonathan Nolan and Christopher Nolan; story by Christopher Nolan & David F. Goyer.) (BATMAN and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © DC Comics.) (PG-13 – 2008) [AL, V] ESP Playdates: September 19, 20, 21, 23 and 29
Body of Lies: Tracking a high-ranking terrorist in Jordan, a CIA operative begins to question how much he can trust his superiors without risking his entire operation, and his life. The action-packed tale stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Russell Crowe, Mark Strong, Golshifteh Farahani and Oscar Isaac. (R – 2008) [N, GV, GL, AC] ESP Playdates: September 12, 13, 14, 16, 24 and 29
Choke: This sardonic comedy follows a sex-addicted con man who masquerades as a choking victim to scam money. Sam Rockwell, Anjelica Huston, Kelly Macdonald, Brad William Henke and Jonah Bobo star. (Written and directed for the screen by Clark Gregg; based on the novel by Chuck Palahniuk.) (R – 2008) [AL, AC, N, SC] ESP Playdates: September 26, 27, 28 and 30
CINEMAX VANGUARD
Every month, Cinemax goes outside the Hollywood mainstream for the best in independent “Vanguard” films from America and abroad.
El Bufalo De La Noche (aka Night Buffalo): A schizophrenic man commits suicide after discovering that his best friend is sleeping with his girlfriend. The drama stars Diego Luna, Liz Gallardo and Gabriel González. (NC-17) [AL, AC, N, SC] Playdate: September 23
Flash of Genius: After a professor invents the windshield wiper, automobile companies use his idea without giving him credit or compensation. Greg Kinnear, Lauren Graham and Dermot Mulroney star in the drama, based on a true story. (PG-13 – 2008) [AC, AL] Playdates: September 3, 14 and 26.
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