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Heroes of the Zeroes: Raising Victor Vargas

By Nick Rogers » Sep 2, 2010 » Category:The 365 Best Films of the 2000s » No Comments »

“Raising Victor Vargas” — a flawlessly tender dramedy about teens learning romance — continues Nick Rogers’ daily look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009.

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Heroes of the Zeroes: Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist

By Nick Rogers » Aug 2, 2010 » Category:The 365 Best Films of the 2000s » No Comments »

“Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist” — a sweet romance about unexpectedly unforgettable nights — continues Nick Rogers’ look at the 365 best films of 2000-2009.

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Heroes of the Zeroes: Maria Full of Grace

By Nick Rogers » Jul 4, 2010 » Category:The 365 Best Films of the 2000s » 2 comments

“Maria Full of Grace” — propelled by Catalina Sandina Moreno’s quick-witted performance — continues Nick Rogers’ look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009.

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Tyson Houseman

By Joe Shearer » Jun 1, 2010 » Category:Interviews » 8 comments

The “Twilight Saga: Eclipse” star talks being cast as Quil Ateara, scoring a major franchise role at his first audition, and finally becoming a wolf.

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Heroes of the Zeroes: The Deep End

By Nick Rogers » Mar 23, 2010 » Category:The 365 Best Films of the 2000s » No Comments »

“The Deep End” — with a tour-de-force from Tilda Swinton that should have earned an Oscar — continues Nick Rogers’ look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009.

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