Hitting the theaters
Playing June 13 – June 18
The Incredible Hulk
– Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) is back and this time he needs to
use the mutation that transforms him into a rampaging green monster
to stop a former soldier who has used the same genetic accident for
even more dangerous means. Starring Liv Tyler, Tim Roth and Tim
Blake Nelson. Action, PG-13.
Hitting the theaters
Playing June 13 – June 18
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian – The sequel to “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.” Though the Pevensie siblings have only left Narnia, many years have passed when they once again travel to the magical land of Narnia through the wardrobe. An evil king rules and they are asked to return the heir, Prince Caspian, to the throne. In theaters May 16.Fantasy, PG.
The Happening – M. Night Shyamalan makes what some are calling his comeback with this latest apocalyptic thriller. A family flees the city when they hear reports of impending terrorists attacks, but soon they find the terror isn’t something they can escape. Starring Mark Wahlberg and Zooey Deschanel. Thriller, R.
Kung Fu Panda – Po the Panda (voiced by Jack Black) needs to save the Valley of Peace from an enemy snow leopard, but he will need to train with Master Shifu (Dustin Hoffman) before he can do it. Other characters voiced by Jackie Chan, Seth Rogen and Angelina Jolie. Animated, PG.
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull – Harrison Ford is taking on his role as Indiana Jones once again. This new movie skips ahead to the cold war, and for anyone who thinks the 65-year-old Ford is going to take it easy, he’s said to see as much action as his young sidekick Mutt Williams (Shia LaBeouf). Action, PG-13.
The Incredible Hulk – Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) is back and this time he needs to use the mutation that transforms him into a rampaging green monster to stop a former soldier who has used the same genetic accident for even more dangerous means. Starring Liv Tyler, Tim Roth and Tim Blake Nelson. Action, PG-13.
Iron Man – A wealthy industrialist (Robert Downey, Jr.) is forced to build an armored suite after a life-threatening happening, so he decides to use it to fight against evil. Also starring Gwyneth Paltrow and Jeff Bridges. Action, PG-13.
Sex and the city – The long-awaited “Sex and the City” movie will be released May 30, offering a movie option for those more interested in romance than action. The stars of the HBO hit series all reprise their roles as the sexy independent New Yorkers. Sarah Jessica Parker is back as Carrie Bradshaw. Soon we will know if things finally work out between Carrie and her elusive lover Mr. Big (Chris Noth). Romantic comedy, R.
The Strangers – A couple staying at an isolated vacation home are terrorized by three strangers. Starring Scott Speedman and Liv Tyler. Horror, R.
You Don’t Mess with the Zohan – Zohan (Adam Sandler) is a Mossad agent who has never met his match when he decides to leave the world of war to become a hairstylist in New York. His new life is going well when a former enemy discovers him in the Big Apple and blows his cover. Starring John Turturro and Emmanuelle Chriqui. Comedy, PG-13.
Hitting the couch
Movies out on DVD and Blu-Ray June 17
Fool’s Gold – Though their marriage is on the rocks, couple Benjamin (Matthew MCConaughey) and Tess (Kate Hudson) put aside their differences to take one more dive in search of hidden treasure. On Blu-ray and DVD.
Men in Black – Agent K (Tommy Lee Jones) and Agent J (Will Smith) are still fighting off aliens, but now viewers can see the details in Blu-Ray in the recently released updated version of the 1997 comedy. On Blu-Ray.
Joy Division – This documentary chronicles the rise of the 1970s English rock band. Directed by Grant Gee with archival footage and recent interviews with people who knew the band members well. On DVD.
Be Kind Rewind – The latest film from Michel Gondry once again takes a foray into the world of imagination. When Jerry (Jack Black) accidentally runs all the videotapes in his friend’s video store – forget that everyone rents DVDs now – they decided to film themselves in the roles of their loyal customer’s favorite characters since she is a woman with dementia who they believe won’t notice the difference. Starring Mos Def, Danny Glover and Mia Farrow. On DVD and Blu-Ray.
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins – A successful talk show host leaves Los Angeles to reunite with his family in the South. Starring Martin Lawrence, James Earl Jones and Cedric the Entertainer. On DVD.
Under the Same Moon – Carlitos (Adrian Alonso) leaves Mexico after the death of his grandmother to find his mother. Along the search he makes the acquaintance of many people, including a drifter who reluctantly takes the boy under his wing. Starring Kate del Castillo and Eugenio Derbez. On DVD.
Television series released June 17
Californication season one – Hank Moody (David Duchovny) tries to manage his writing career and his relationship with his daughter and ex-girlfriend while moving on with other women. Starring Natascha McElhone and Madeleine Martin.
Jericho season two – After terrorist attacks leave the United States in disaster, people in a small Kansas town try to face a new reality. Starring Skeet Ulrich, Lennie James and Ashley Scott.
