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Netflix Sunday Matinee: Two Mules for Sister Sara

Kate Castellana · 10/10/10 12:30PM

Since its Columbus Day weekend I thought we could use one where the colonizers get their butts kicked. One of my absolute favorite Westerns is Two Mules for Sister Sara starring Clint Eastwood and Shirley MacLaine.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Dr. Phibes Rises Again

Kate Castellana · 10/03/10 12:30PM

Now that its October we thought I'd suggest a movie to get you in the Halloween mood. Dr. Phibes Rises Again is the sequel to The Abominable Dr. Phibes starring Vincent Price.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Go

Lauren Herstik · 09/26/10 12:30PM

90s in the best way, Go features Katie Holmes in her "Dawson's Creek Prime," Jay Mohr when he was skinny, and a good old-fashioned rave. It's the story of a drug deal gone wrong told from different points of view.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Let The Right One In

James O'Donnell · 09/19/10 12:30PM

This 2008 Swedish vampire tale has been hailed as one of the best of it's genre. It's a bleak presentation of a classic story, boy feels lonely, meets girl. Girl turns out to be a murderous vampire.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Yentl

Eleni Crush · 09/12/10 12:30PM

If you've never seen this two and a half hour epic of Barbara Streisand glory, then today is your lucky day. If you have, you can't say no to a "Papa Can You Hear Me" singalong on a Sunday afternoon.

What's New on Netflix Now That Their Epix Deal Is Live

Eric Ravenscraft · 09/01/10 01:00PM


Recently, Netflix signed a deal with Epix to bring some new Paramount, MGM, and Lionsgate movies to the Instant Watch library. Today, September 1st, that deal goes live. So what's new?

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Food, Inc

Eleni Crush · 08/29/10 12:30PM

This Oscar-nominated doc will make you think twice about those Eggs Benedict you scarfed down at brunch. Food, Inc., like fellow industry whistleblowers like Fast Food Nation and The Omnivore's Dilemma, reveals complicated inner workings of the American food industry.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: I Like Killing Flies

Tom Dobrowolski · 08/22/10 12:30PM

This documentary profiles Kenny Shopsin's restaurant, a NYC staple known for their eccentric meals and even more eccentric owner. With food playing a secondary role, this film is an examination of family, philosophy and the changing New York neighborhood dynamics.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Robin Hood: Men In Tights

Eleni Crush · 08/15/10 12:30PM

It's the tale of Robin Hood, re-interpreted and filled with countless Jewish jokes. It's Mel Brooks' great 90s comeback film. It's 104 minutes of Cary Elwes in tights. It's...Robin Hood: Men In Tights.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Shotgun Stories

Tom Dobrowolski · 08/08/10 12:30PM

Michael Shannon stars in this gripping southern drama about two sets of half-brothers that go to war following the death of their mutual father. Written and directed by Jeff Nichols, the soundtrack is provided by his brother's band, Lucero.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Evil Dead

James O'Donnell · 08/01/10 12:30PM

Bruce Campbell stars in this 1981 horror classic that put Sam Raimi on the map. If you're a fan of gore and violence with just a hint of slapstick humor, prepare yourself for a bloody good time.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Lonesome Jim

Tom Dobrowolski · 07/18/10 12:30PM

Steve Buscemi's 2005 dark comedy follows the story of a failed New York City writer, Casey Affleck, who returns to his sleepy hometown to wallow in his own depression.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Jaws

Eleni Crush · 07/11/10 12:30PM

The sun's shining, it's 100 degrees outside, and you hear the Ice Cream Truck jingle at least four times a day. It's officially summer. What better movie to re-awaken all of your deep-seated marine creature fears than Steven Spielberg's Jaws?

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Broken English

Eleni Crush · 07/04/10 12:30PM

Parker Posey is all grown up in this debut from director Zoe Cassavetes, in which Posey stars as thirtysomething Manhattanite Nora whose life is droll until she gets surprisingly swept off her feet by a spontaneous Frenchman.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Man Bites Dog

Tom Dobrowolski · 06/27/10 12:30PM

A unique and very violent low-budget Belgian film that is part black comedy and part mockumentary. The story revolves around a sociopath that goes on a killing spree with a documentary crew in tow.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: 2 Days in Paris

Eleni Crush · 06/20/10 12:30PM

Not to be confused with "One Night in Paris," this witty rom-com starring Julie Delpy and Adam Goldberg tells the story of what happens when a neurotic couple stop in the City of Lights to meet the parents.

Netflix Sunday Matinee: Moon

Tom Dobrowolski · 06/13/10 12:30PM

Sam Rockwell puts forth a Tour de Force performance in this 2009 film as the sole occupier of the moon. Alone for three years, he begins questioning his mental health with the appearance of a new visitor.