the buzz log

What warms the autumnal spirit more, taking a whack at the undead or capitalists gone wild? Zombie takedowns have double the appeal, but the Michael Moore documentary has got some teeth...and don't discount the Barrymore name. A look at how flesh-eaters stack up in Search.

Top Three Movies of the Week, as ranked by Yahoo! searches

1. "Zombieland" (R). Expect a mighty big male posse to ride out to this zombie flick starring Woody Harrelson. Critics are making an effort to keep a key cameo hush hush (except for Time magazine, that is), but even spoilers can't kill the love for the comic mayhem.

2.  "Capitalism: A Love Story" (R). The Michael Moore rant got a head start with last week's limited release. That has only helped the buzz vital signs for this documentary filled with Moore-ish stunts against greedy capitalist pigs.

3.  "Whip It" (PG-13). In her first directorial outing, Drew Barrymore assembles a dream team with Kristen Wiig, Marcia Gay Harden, Juliette Lewis, and Ellen Page. There are a few grousers, but it's mostly feel-good affection from critics. Plus, Barrymore's sweetheart appeal equals searches for "Zombieland." The roller-derby comedy scores as the pointy-elbowed, chick bonding flick of the week.