Critic's corner

By Matthew Gilbert  |  July 25, 2008

7 a.m., Channel 7

OMG. Miley.

8-10:30 p.m., HBO Signature

2G2B 4G10.

7 p.m., G4

More 4U FREQs.

10 p.m., TCM

I'm crying already. This 1943 film stars Roddy McDowall (left) as the kid who has to give up his beloved collie, and Pal as the loyal Lassie, who travels many miles to return to her young owner. Elizabeth Taylor is in the movie, too, as the little girl who helps Lassie set out on her mission.

8 p.m., Channel 5

Bye 4 Now. CU AGN NVR.

9 p.m., USA

OCD 4EVR.

Comcast Free Movies

A visual and aural feast from Steven Spielberg in his mystical-childlike mode. It's a totally manipulative film about UFOs and those who believe; you know you're being manipulated and you love it. The last 35 minutes are genuinely moving, almost like a religious experience. Winner of an Oscar for best cinematography and a special award for sound effects editing. Pictured: Melinda Dillon and Richard Dreyfuss . (PG; runs through Aug. 1)