Quantum of Solace (Sony) Starring: Daniel Craig, Olga Kurylenko James Bond (Craig) is back, in a film packed with traditional car chases and intense fight scenes. The story picks up with Bond still feeling betrayed by Vesper (played by Eva Green in Casino Royale) yet seeking to avenge her death. The quick camera work might give some viewers motion sickness, but the phenomenal action sequences make this a must-see for fans of the genre.
Bolt (Disney) Starring: John Travolta, Miley Cyrus This children’s flick introduces a new super hero, Bolt (Travolta). The adorable pup has been raised as a super dog on a television set and doesn’t realize that he doesn’t actually possess powers until an impromptu trip proves otherwise. He finally learns what it’s like to be a normal dog and makes some cute friends along the way. Rhino the Hamster steals the show in what will be the Shrek of the season.
Twilight (Summit Entertainment) Starring: Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Nikki Reed Stephenie Meyer’s best-selling novel finally hits the big screen! Judy Blume meets Anne Rice in this story of a high school romance between Bella (Stewart), a clumsy mortal, and Edward (Pattinson), a sexy, sensitive vampire. Don’t worry about this being a spooky flick — it’s really a warped love story, but there are sure to be some solid fight scenes among vampires. If it’s anywhere near as riveting as the book, we’re stoked! PREVIEW
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (DreamWorks) Starring: Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, David Schwimmer, Jada Pinkett Smith, Sacha Baron Cohen Everyone’s favorite zoo animals-turned-castaways finally leave Madagascar on their way home to New York City. Unfortunately, they crash-land in Africa before reaching the Big Apple. This sure-to-be-hilarious movie can also be seen in IMAX! PREVIEW
Role Models (Universal) Starring: Seann William Scott, Paul Rudd This comedy is about best friends Danny (Rudd) and Wheeler (Scott), who can’t seem to catch a break. After trashing the company truck, the two resort to community service at a kids’ mentorship program to avoid jail time. The problem is that these guys are barely mentors! Would you want them around your kids? PREVIEW
Soul Men (Dimension Films) Starring: Bernie Mac, Samuel L. Jackson In this funny flick, Bernie Mac and Samuel L. Jackson have such excellent onscreen chemistry you’ll wonder why they’ve never teamed up before. The comedic duo play former soul-group mates on the road again repairing their fallen friendship. Jackson plays his usual bad-guy character, but with an unexpected vulnerable side. The late Bernie Mac leaves behind an excellent performance in his final movie role. Parents be warned: This comedy is full of profanities and sexual content.
Zack and Miri Make a Porno (The Weinstein Company) Starring: Seth Rogen, Elizabeth Banks This movie is vulgar, crude and ridiculously hilarious. Best friends and roomies Zack (Rogen) and Miri (Banks) are behind on their bills and need to come up with money, pronto. The solution? Hire random friends and wannabe actors to make an amateur porno! You’ll laugh and cringe, and if you’re not uncomfortable about sex, you’ll even have a good time.
RocknRolla (Warner Bros.) Starring: Gerard Butler, Thandie Newton Guy Ritchie’s action comedy explores the London criminal underworld of “rollas,” aka businessmen. Suspenseful, but wait for the DVD.
The Haunting of Molly Hartley (Freestyle Releasing) Starring: Chace Crawford, Haley Bennett Molly (Bennett) wants to lead a normal life, but something is trying to control her. Is she possessed or just going crazy? Her crush, Joseph (Crawford), is about to find out. PREVIEW
Synecdoche, New York (Sony Pictures Classics) Starring: Philip Seymour Hoffman, Michelle Williams In this artsy drama, a theater director (Hoffman) struggles with his work - and the women in his life - as he attempts to create a life-size replica of New York inside a warehouse as part of his new play. This is definitely not you typical flick. As the characters struggle to find themselves, they exhibit more and more bizarre behavior. The witty language creates comic relief during awkward moments, but this film falls short of being a good dark comedy.
