If you're of a certain age and love movies, then you probably know that Spring is your last chance until Fall to see something that isn't a sequel or wannabe blockbuster. I don't know about you, but if I see another trailer for Batman XII...or Spiderman XVI...I may jam an ice pick in my forehead.
I'm giving the ice pick a rest for the time being. It's only because I've found at least three movies that have mature themes and don't feature latex costumes (hey, what you guys do in the privacy of your own home is your business) or anybody dressed like a pirate or a flying arachnid.
You probably haven't heard about these yet, but they're coming soon to a Cineplex near you. Trust me, these are three you'll want to see.
Jeff Who Lives Alone
Jason Segel is a failure-to-launch, live-at-home, man-child (yeah, that's a lot of hyphens - deal with it) with a perpetually perplexed mother (Susan Sarandon). His do-good brother (Ed Helms, The Office) is drafted to help Segel get off the couch and into the work world - and that's when the sh** really hits the fan.
The way of love is littered with the corpses of relationships like this.
Friends With Kids
Adam Scott (Parks & Rec) and Jennifer Westfeldt (Notes from the Underbelly, Grey's Anatomy) are two 30-something friends with benefits who decide to have a kid - but not get married. The way of love is littered with the corpses of relationships like this - and all the friends who said "I told you so". And what friends! This rom-com features a Who's Who of funny and talented stars - Jon Hamm (Mad Men,) Maya Rudolph (Bridesmaids,) Kristen Wiig (Bridesmaids,) Megan Fox, Chris O'Dowd (Dinner for Schmucks) and Edward Burns.
Detachment
Oscar-winner Adrien Brody plays a substitute teacher who's distant and more than a little detached. Why? I could tell you, but then I'd have to kill you. But, let's just say it's a story worth watching - and telling. This one's for anyone who's ever gone to school - or known a teacher (hint: that's everyone).
With an all-star cast that features Christina Hendrick (Mad Men,) Marcia Gay Harden (Pollock,) Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad,) Lucy Liu, Blythe Danner and James Caan, this is one you don't want to miss.
Prepare your own Mexican quick fix with this Chipotle-inspired bowl. Carbs are moderated by filling the bowl with beans, extra veggies and chicken. No need for rice, since the beans count as carbs.
Tips:
If you love tomatoes, increase the quantity to 1/2 cup, but note that the carbohydrates will also increase.
If preparing this recipe for one person, cut all of the ingredients in half. Or simply prepare the full recipe up to the end of step 2 and store leftover chicken and vegetable-bean mixture in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave on High for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through, and continue with step 3.
Health Bite: The iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, copper and zinc in black beans help to keep bones strong and healthy.
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