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Hes 24 years old and on top of the world. And, thanks to Cole Hamels, a few million Philadelphia Phillies fans including yours truly feel the same way. Thats what happens when your team wins a championship especially if its been 28 years since the last one.

(For review, see Page 41.) But if Ryan himself isn't recognizable onscreen, his work definitely is. He's a fight choreographer and fight arranger. If an actor's wielding a sword, chances are he or she has crossed paths and, more than likely, blades with Ryan at some point.

If you’re looking for something a little different at the movies — and who isn’t, especially if you’ve sat through Transporter 3? — there are some alternatives.

Far be it for me to give away the ending, but its not inaccurate to say that everyone lives happily ever after cats and mice and humans alike. Showtimes are 10 a.m. on Dec. 5 and 11 a.m. on Dec. 6, and this production will be presented at the First Presbyterian Church Worship Center.

Although I was born in Philadelphia, and later attended college there at Temple University, I grew up in suburban New Jersey. Most of the kids my age rooted for the New York Mets or, more likely, the Yankees. Not me. Phillies then. Phillies now. Phillies always.

Last Friday, the film premiered at the Carousel Grande Cinemas, with additional evening showings on Saturday and Sunday. Many of the cast and crew, as well as friends, were on hand for Fridays screening.

Its a career than can only be described as staggering and its still going strong today. Without further ado, faithful readers, its Martin Landau, and when the opportunity arose to interview him regarding his latest film, the Fox Walden production City of.

The devastation could be immeasurable, and could potentially affect human beings and have long-lasting consequences. (Remember, this was 30 years ago, long before global warming became a common part of our lexicon and our culture.

Featuring interviews with American taxpayers and government officials, the film lays bare the nations financial practices and policies and the risks therein. Like I said, the right film at the right time.

Set in the City of Angels in 1959, the complex but compelling yarn focuses on three detectives who fates are inexorably intertwined: the charismatic and smooth Jack Vincennes (Kevin Spacey), the hard-nosed and by-the-book Ed Exley (Guy Pearce) and the hard-boiled and hair-trigger Bud White (Russell Crowe).

Action was the word on everyones lips, and action is certainly what they were watching a non-stop barrage of fists flying, guns blazing, tables toppling and bodies dropping. And that was just the audience! Last Sunday, the restaurant Solaris hosted a special, exclusive screening of Dogs of Chinatown,.

On the night that Hurricane Hanna was supposed to buffet North Carolina (that would be Sept 5), a standout crowd braved the elements to attend the state premiere of James Moll’s documentary feature, Running the Sahara at the Carolina Theatre in Greensboro.

Last week I detailed my memories about Ernie Shore Field, which has quietly gone into that good night after more than 50 years. This week, I’m taking it to another level — the major-league level. I had only ever been to Shea Stadium once before, more than 20 years ago.

Looking back, I’ve probably spent more time at historic Ernie Shore Field than any other ballpark in my entire life, and a part of my past will soon be no more. After some 52 years, the ballpark, which has been home to the Winston- Salem Warthogs for more than a decade, has ended its playing days for good.

The film not only explores the grueling hardships faced by Engle and his fellow runners, but also the day-to-day hardships of the many people in that region (and throughout the world) who lack clean drinking water.

The fun begins at 8 p.m. Thursday at the Green Burro Sports Bar (106 W. McGee St., Greensboro). Media mastermind Sean Coon and his crack team of filmmakers and photographers will be doing their best to capture the live concert experience and showcase some of the music talent of the region.

Although I’ve loved movies since I was but a wee lad, I had never visited Los Angeles until I was 30. Did it seem like some far-off, exotic land — a mystical, magical realm where dreams come true? Nah, I just couldn’t afford it. Besides, I knew what to expect.

Due to so many time-related events during the early half of this month, it’s taken me a few weeks to get to my final round-up on the 31st Annual Western Film Fair, which took place in Winston-Salem in July.

The brainchild of singer/songwriter/producer/promoter Shalini Chatterjee, the Revolve revolution is meant to offer the region a unique combination and selection of music and motion-picture entertainment unique to the region. Chances are, you wouldn’t be seeing the films being screened at your local multiplex any time soon.