Spooky how this summer's movie blockbusters parallel the 2008 political landscape:

Get Smart

An eager but inept government official is on a mission to thwart the latest plot for world domination. KAOS ensues.

The Love Guru

A groovy outsider's unorthodox methods are put to the test by non-believers. His karma is huge.

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

An elderly hero decides to saddle up for one last adventure. (Critics question whether another campaign was really necessary at this stage of the game.)

Mamma Mia!

A formally rebellious mom rediscovers her inner diva. Songs include Take A Chance On Me, The Winner Takes It All, and the rousing finale, S.O.S.

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What if mankind had to leave an environmentally damaged Earth, leaving one lonely being to clean up the mess?

Iron Man

A cavalier attitude. A malfunctioning heart. And a secret power that only he dares unleash.