Preview of November 2007 Movie Releases

They're some really great film releases for the month of November so I've selected four that can be enjoyed by the entire family. They include a fantasy live action film, a character driven comedy drama, a magical tale involving a toy store and a delightful drama that brings together a boy and his parents.

Beowulf

"Beowulf" is based on a poem of the same name and revolves around the greatest warrior of all time. Beowulf goes to battle with the evil one known as Grendel but after he vanquishes him, they'll be hell to pay. The mother of Grendel is out for blood and will stop at nothing to avenge her son's death. "Beowulf" stars Ray Winstone, Crispin Glover, Angelina Jolie, Anthony Hopkins, Robin Wright Penn, Alison Lohman, John Malkovich as well as Brendan Gleeson. "Beowulf" is directed by Robert Zemeckis who also brought audiences "The Polar Express" and "Cast Away". "Beowulf" is to be released in theaters on November 16th.

Margot at the Wedding

This comedy drama revolves around two sisters, Margot and Pauline. Margot along with her son goes to visit Pauline who is about to be married. Margot is not happy at all with Pauline's soon to be husband and voices her opinions much to her sister's dismay. Problems then ensue between the siblings. "Margot at the Wedding" stars Nicole Kidman, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Jack Black, John Turturro as well as Ciaran Hinds. The comedy drama is written and directed by Noah Baumbach who is also husband to Jennifer Jason Leigh. "Margot at the Wedding" with its limited release arrives in theaters on November 16th.

Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium

This comedy fantasy tells the tale of Molly Mahoney who manages a magical toy store. When the owner falls ill and decides to leave the store to her does she have what it takes to run it? She'll need just the right amount of magic! "Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium" stars Dustin Hoffman, Natalie Portman, Jason Bateman as well as Zach Mills. This comedy is written and directed by Zach Helm. "Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium" is to be released in theaters on November 16th.

August Rush

The charming story revolves around a young boy by the name of August Rush. His parents are both musically inclined, his mother is a cellist while his father is a songwriter and singer. He was given away at birth and now lives in an orphanage at 12 years of age. This musically gifted child goes on a quest to find his parents not knowing they are searching for him as well. "August Rush" stars Freddie Highmore, Keri Russell, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Robin Williams, Terrance Howard, William Sadler as well as Alex O'Loughlin. This drama is directed by Kirsten Sheridan. "August Rush" is to be released in theaters on November 21st.