"Beverly Hills Chihuahua" (PG). Unless you adore movies about talking animals, stay far away from this slight comedy about a pampered L.A. dog lost in Mexico. The voice of Drew Barrymore stars as the dog, along with such human actors as Jamie Lee Curtis and Piper Perabo. Grade: C TownMall Cinemas (2:00, 4:20, 7:00, 9:20), Carrolltown 6 Cinemas (1:40, 4:15)

"The Haunting of Molly Hartley" (PG-13). Haley Bennett plays a disturbed teen whose hallucinations may be all too real. The movie's scary potential is spoiled by plot developments so extreme that you'll only be haunted by disappointment. Grade: C TownMall Cinemas (2:10, 5:10, 8:00, 10:10)

"High School Musical 3: Senior Year" (G). Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens finally approach graduation in a wholesome musical comedy that's as easy to watch as it is predictable. There are plans to continue the series, so here's a title the producers may want to consider: "High School Musical 4: GED." Grade: B- TownMall Cinemas (1:00, 4:00, 6:50, 9:30), Carrolltown 6 Cinemas (1:35, 4:20, 6:50)

"Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa" (PG). This animated sequel has the lion (Ben Stiller), zebra (Chris Rock), giraffe (David Schwimmer) and hippo (Jada Pinkett Smith) exploring mainland Africa. Although the plot doesn't do much more than trot out the same characters, attempts are made to advance the story. Grade: C+ TownMall Cinemas (11:00 am, 12:00, 1:20, 2:20, 3:50, 4:50, 6:20, 7:20, 9:10, 9:40), Carrolltown 6 Cinemas (1:30, 4:05, 6:55)

"Role Models" (R). Not reviewed. David Wain directs this comedy starring Paul Rudd and Seann William Scott as troublemakers ordered by a court to be Big Brothers to youngsters. TownMall Cinemas (1:45, 4:45, 7:25, 9:50), Carrolltown 6 Cinemas (1:55, 4:10, 7:05)

"Pride and Glory" (R). The story about corruption in the New York police department is formulaic and the performances tend to be blustery, but there are several fine scenes with Edward Norton, Jon Voight, Colin Farrell and Noah Emmerich. Grade: B- Carrolltown 6 Cinemas (6:45)

"Saw V" (R). It's literally torture watching the fifth installment in a sadistic series that refuses to die. Is this anybody's idea of a movie date? Grade: D- TownMall Cinemas (1:50, 4:50, 7:45, 10:05), Carrolltown 6 Cinemas (1:50, 4:25, 7:15)

"Soul Men" (R). Not reviewed. Bernie Mac (in his final role) stars with Samuel L. Jackson in this comic drama about two former members of a 1970s soul band who reunite for a musical tribute. TownMall Cinemas (2:20, 5:00, 7:50, 10:15)

"Zack and Miri Make a Porno" (R). Writer-director Kevin Smith's mostly unsuccessful comedy features Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks as financially desperate friends who decide to make a pornographic movie. The first half of Smith's movie is marred by so much profanity that it becomes tiresome; and the second half is marred by such a sentimental turn that it seems forced. Grade: C TownMall Cinemas (1:30, 4:30, 7:30, 10:00), Carrolltown 6 Cinemas (1:45, 4:00, 7:10)

Showtimes listed are for Sunday, Nov. 9, only. For additional showtimes and to confirm listings, call the phone number in Screen Scene. Capsule reviews and grades by Mike Giuliano unless otherwise noted.

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Carrolltown 6 Cinemas
6405 West Hemlock Road, Eldersburg
410-795-7890

TownMall Regal Cinemas
400 Center St., Westminster
410-857-1410

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