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A scary remake, a disgusting sequel and a star-studded trip to the future are all coming to a screen near you this weekend.

Memorial Day Movie Roundup

A scary remake, a disgusting sequel and a star-studded trip to the future are all coming to a screen near you this weekend.

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This morning actor Leonard Nimoy died at his home in Los Angeles. He was 83. His wife said he died of lung disease, which he attributed to years of smoking.

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It’s January, which means slim pickin’ at the box office, now that the awards season craze has died down. However, it is Friday, which means it’s time for our weekly movies segment.

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