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Maya Forbes Movies

2012  
PG  
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In this third film in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, Greg Heffley (Zachary Gordon) wants to spend the summer before eighth grade playing video games and maybe, if he can finagle it, getting closer to his crush Holly Hills (Peyton List). The former plan goes out the window when his dad Frank (Steve Zahn) decides to ban video games from the house. In order to connect with his young son, Frank schedules a number of fishing trips and signs the boy up for Scouts. Greg has more luck on the girlfriend front when his best friend Rowley (Robert Capron) invites him to go to his family's country club, where Holly works as a tennis instructor. Soon, in order to avoid spending so much time with his dad, Greg lies to his parents and says he works at the club, a deception that his older brother Rodrick (Devon Bostick) uses to blackmail him and gain access to the establishment. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi

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Starring:
Zachary GordonDevon Bostick, (more)
 
2009  
PG  
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When human-hating aliens disrupt earthbound cable-television signals, it's up to a monster-hunting superhero to take out the pesky extraterrestrials and ensure that television viewers are not deprived in this animated adaptation of the popular comic-book series. The DreamWorks Animation release is being helmed by Shrek 2 director Conrad Vernon and Shark Tale's Rob Letterman. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Reese WitherspoonHugh Laurie, (more)
 
2008  
PG13  
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The Office star Rainn Wilson portrays a drummer named "Fish," who gets a second shot at fame 20 years after getting kicked out of his band on the very night they signed the record contract that made them stars. Fish has spent the past two decades languishing at soul-crushing day jobs while his old bandmates became legends, continuing to grace magazine covers and dominate the radio. He might just get another chance at musical success, however, when his teenage cousin invites him to drum for his high school garage band, and they end up catching the ear of record executives. Now, Fish is determined to live the hedonistic rock & roll lifestyle he missed out on 20 years ago, but his new bandmates don't appreciate his hard partying -- and neither do his middle-aged knees. This Fox Atomic comedy co-stars Christina Applegate. Shawn Levy (Night at the Museum) and Tom McNulty co-produced the feature, which was penned by Wallace Wolodarsky and Maya Forbes, and directed by Peter Cattaneo (Opal Dream). ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Rainn WilsonChristina Applegate, (more)
 
2004  
R  
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Directed by Wallace Wolodarsky, Seeing Other People features Jay Mohr and Julianne Nicholson as Ed and Alice, a soon-to-be married couple with one rather significant problem facing them: Alice doesn't think she's had enough sex to excuse settling down with one man for the rest of her life. Though reluctant, Ed agrees, at Alice's insistence, to have a premarital free-for-all of sorts; a period in which both Alice and Ed are allowed to explore sexual and emotional relationships with other people. Complications ensue when it turns out that fooling around with multiple partners as a method of strengthening the sanctity of marriage isn't as easy as it appeared. Seeing Other People also stars Lauren Graham, Bryan Cranston, Josh Charles, and Matthew Davis. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

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Starring:
Jay MohrJulianne Nicholson, (more)
 
1997  
 
When Larry (Garry Shandling) gets the first draft of his memoir back from the publisher, it soon begins to dawn on the host what a bitter and cynical man he has become. When Hank (Jeffrey Tambor) catches wind of Larry's book, the paranoid sidekick soon begins to fret that the dreaded "incident" will make the cut and humiliate him beyond belief. Meanwhile, Artie (Rip Torn) finds inspiration in Larry's project and begins penning a memoir of his own, while Beverly (Penny Johnson) jumps to conclusions about a secret admirer. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1995  
 
When Larry (Garry Shandling) takes two weeks off from the show to recover from plastic surgery, Sandra Bernhard fills in as guest host for The Larry Sanders Show. Despite Bernhard and her manager Ellen's (Lois Foraker) suggestions to Artie (Rip Torn) as to how the show might be improved, the reluctant producer politely declines. Angered at having their ideas rejected by Artie, the fill-in host and her wrangler leak a story to the press concerning Bernhard replacing Larry, prompting the angered host to cut his leave short and return to the show in hopes of clearing the air. Despite his initial enthusiasm at being back on the soundstage, Larry's parade is dampened when the network brass express interest in replacing the high-salaried host and retaining their high ratings on the cheap. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1995  
 
Left in the lurch after the prop master unexpectedly quits the show, Artie (Rip Torn) is pressured by Hank (Jeffrey Tambor) to hire the sidekick's new squeeze. When Beverly (Penny Johnson) catches wind of the newly open position, she is prompted by her cousin Clyde (Paul Mooney) to demand that the job go to an African-American -- specifically Clyde himself. Disheartened by Larry's refusal to consider her proposal and feeling like a token minority among the staff, Beverly threatens to take a position as Laurence Fishburne's assistant. Troubled over the fact that he's losing a valuable employee, Larry attempts to keep Beverly with the show by hiring Clyde. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1995  
 
Ever since Paula (Janeane Garofalo) began dating Larry's (Garry Shandling) agent, Stevie (Bob Odenkirk), the conflicted host can't help but feel that Stevie is using the relationship to his advantage by having an increasing number of his own clients on the show. When Paula needs to find a guest and Stevie offers Jennifer Aniston with the stipulation that Paula will book Andy Kindler as well, Larry's suspicions seem to be confirmed. Meanwhile, an ethnic joke on the show has sparked protests and Hank (Jeffrey Tambor) attempts to weasel out of paying back a 20-dollar loan. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1995  
 
It's a father and child reunion, albeit one with a distinctive showbiz twist, in this episode of HBO's popular late-night talk show satire. Though Artie (Rip Torn) hasn't seen his son Cully (Colin Quinn) for many years, the fatherly producer hires him as a production assistant when he hears that Cully has fallen on hard times. Despite some questionable behavior, Larry (Garry Shandling) is willing to give Cully a shot until the unstable P.A.'s rude behavior becomes too much to handle. Aside from being rude to Larry, Cully further isolates himself from the crew when he totals Hank's (Jeffrey Tambor) car and dates both Paula (Janeane Garofalo) and Betsy the Page. Despite Artie's continued efforts to help his son fit in, the hapless producer finds himself in the position of firing his son after Cully punches Phil (Wallace Langham). ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1995  
 
With the public readily absorbed in the ultra-sensationalistic O.J. Simpson murder trial, Phil (Wallace Langham) and Hank (Jeffrey Tambor) enter into a heated debate over due process. Meanwhile, after the falling-out of their relationship, Larry (Garry Shandling) has second thoughts about having Roseanne on an upcoming show. Though Larry attempts to resolve his issues with celebrity psychiatrist Dr. Reisman (Charles Cioffi), the show begins to suffer due to the doctor's well-intended but ultimately harmful (at least to the show) advice. As the show begins to suffer, Artie (Rip Torn) must remind Larry that his professional and personal feelings must remain separated in order for the show to succeed. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1994  
 
Larry (Garry Shandling) was already skating on thin ice with the network following his departure from the show, and now the suits upstairs are quickly tiring of Larry's constant on-air barbs made at their expense. Despite Artie's (Rip Torn) persistent pleas for him to let up, Larry's venom only becomes more potent. When Hank (Jeffrey Tambor) is injured during a skit, the network bigwigs finally decide to draw a line in the sand. With Artie's job and the future of the show on the line, Larry finally relents and offers an on-air apology...though Hank's subsequent threat to sue the network brings about an even more troublesome dilemma. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1994  
 
Though Larry vehemently refuses to admit that he has a problem, Artie (Rip Torn) and Roseanne stage an intervention after realizing that Larry's (Garry Shandling) addiction to painkillers is spiraling out of control. While Artie and Roseanne hold Larry at home and force him to quit cold turkey, suspicions around the office are aroused when Pat Sajak sits in for Larry during his week-long convalescence. Roseanne forces Larry to come clean with his crew, but their supportive display is spiked with cynicism when Paula (Janeane Garofalo) wins the office pool with her speculation that Larry's absence was drug-related. As Larry returns to the office longing for the company of Roseanne, the two express their feelings for one another over lunch, leading to an unexpected kiss and a proposal from Larry. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1994  
 
The annual office retreat is fast approaching, and by the looks of things around the office, everyone could use a vacation. Despite Beverly's (Penny Johnson) marked vocal objections, Larry (Garry Shandling) begins dating Darlene (Linda Doucett), hoping to keep their relationship from the prying eyes of the rest of the office. Artie (Rip Torn) is also quick with his objections, going to far as to begin an ongoing bet with Larry that office morale will suffer due to the relationship. No quicker is the bet made than Artie is vindicated. Hank (Jeffrey Tambor) proves overprotective of Darlene, and Phil (Wallace Langham) schemes to arouse jealousy in Larry's newfound love, resulting in growing discontent among the staff. Bob Saget guest stars. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1994  
 
The feeling of ingratitude abounds as Larry's (Garry Shandling) father comes to town for a visit and Beverly (Penny Johnson) expresses frustration over the fact that Larry doesn't appreciate anything she does for him. Larry feels likewise about his father, and his frustration is compounded when he discovers that someone is stealing from his ATM account. As Larry begins to realize how his father's presence affects him, and in turn, how it affects Beverly, the cause behind his depleting funds becomes increasingly clear. Guest stars include French Stewart, Warren Frost, and Jason Alexander. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1993  
 
Though Larry (Garry Shandling) is slowly being pulled out of depression by spending more time with Francine (Kathryn Harrold), his suspicions concerning her sexual history make the eccentric talk show host a bit hesitant to rekindle the old flame. After making a passing reference to her sex life since their divorce, Larry requests that Francine provide a detailed list of her sexual partners since they parted ways. Guest stars include Alec Baldwin, Daniel Baldwin, and Ed Begley Jr. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1993  
 
Unsatisfied with the negotiating tactics of his current, more laid-back agent, Larry (Garry Shandling) decides to go for the gusto in his upcoming contract negotiations by hiring a new, more aggressive agent who isn't afraid to deal with the network on his own terms. Guest stars include Barry Levinson, James Karen, John Pleshette, Tommy Newsom, Doc Severinsen, and Bob Odenkirk. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1993  
 
Birthdays can sometimes be a touchy subject, especially when using gifts to compete with co-workers for your boss' attention. As Larry's (Garry Shandling) birthday draws ever closer, the crew of The Larry Sanders Show does everything humanly possible to top one another with extravagant gifts for the host. Despite the celebratory vibe buzzing through the office, a dark cloud looms over the festivities when one of the writers is fired. Guest stars include Julio Oscar Mechoso, Sugar Ray Leonard, John Riggi, Arthur Eng, and Miguel Perez. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1993  
 
Love blinds a lonely sidekick on this episode of HBO's The Larry Sanders Show. Despite Hank's (Jeffrey Tambor) elation at the prospect of marrying a younger woman whom he has just met, his enthusiasm may be short-lived as Larry (Garry Shandling) attempts to decide whether he should reveal some relevant, and ultimately damning, information concerning the bride-to-be. Guest stars include Leah Lail, Ed McMahon, Roger Eschbacher, Katherine Olsen, Dennis Tracy, Adam Sandler, and Alex Trebek. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1992  
 
Life in the spotlight can have its benefits and substantial drawbacks as Larry (Garry Shandling) discovers in this episode of HBO's The Larry Sanders Show. Following a woman's claim that Larry shoved her into a magazine rack and neglected to apologize, the tabloids hang the popular late-night talk show host out to dry. His nerves frazzled, Larry attempts a last-ditch effort at damage control in order to save face. Guest stars include Suanne Spoke, Tom Dahlgren, John Riggi, Paula McClure, Benjamin Lum, Suzanne Vafiadis, Jeanne Basone, Eduardo Quezada, David Paymer, and Bella Shaw. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1992  
 
A supposedly quiet dinner with Artie (Rip Torn) turns into an all-out party in this episode of HBO's popular behind-the-scenes late-night talk show parody The Larry Sanders Show. Following up on Jeannie's (Megan Gallagher) suggestion that he and Artie get together outside the context of the work, Larry's paranoia kicks into high gear as the ever-increasing guest list continues to grow. Martin Mull appears as a special guest. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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1992  
 
Domestic issues overshadow Larry's professionalism in this episode of HBO's The Larry Sanders Show. Following a spat with Jeannie (Megan Gallagher) before he leaves for work, Larry (Garry Shandling) finds his concentration waning while on-air. This episode of The Larry Sanders Show features guest appearances by Billy Crystal and Catherine O'Hara. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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