A winning, old-fashioned children's movie depicts the adventures of a girl (AnnaSophie Robb) and her dog in a small Florida town. Jeff Daniels, Dave Morrison, Eva Marie Saint and Cicely Tyson costar. (PG)
The Best of Youth
This 6-hour Italian family drama tracks the lives of two brothers (Luigi Cascio and Alessio Boni) over several decades, capturing social and political changes in modern Italy. Despite its scope, the film builds intimate portraits of its characters. (Not rated)
Man of the House
Tommy Lee Jones is a Texas Ranger assigned to protect college cheerleaders who witnessed a rubout. Plays like a bad sitcom about a straitlaced dad embarrassed by his nubile daughters. (PG-13)
Diary of a Mad Black Woman
A dumped wife matures in a raucous comedy. (PG-13)
