Mystery, Alaska

A change of pace from director Jay Roach (the "Austin Powers" films) and co-scripter David E. Kelley ("Ally McBeal"), this rousing comedy/drama follows a Sports Illustrated writer who returns to his remote Alaska hometown with a challenge for the local pond hockey team: a televised exhibition game with the New York Rangers. Hank Azaria, Russell Crowe, Burt Reynolds, Mary McCormack, Colm Meaney star, with a cameo by Mike Myers. 119 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; featurette; theatrical trailer; scene access.