Hitting the theaters
Playing May 16 – May 21
Baby Mama – When a successful single woman (Tina Fey) discovers
she is infertile, she hires a single woman to be her surrogate (Amy
Koehler.) Comedy, PG-13.
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
– The Pevensie children return to Narnia after a year away and
find that centuries have past in the magical land. They fight an
evil ruler to return Prince Caspian, the rightful heir, to the
throne. Starring newcomer Ben Barnes and well as returning stars
Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, William Mo
seley and Anna Popplewell. Fantasy, PG.
Hitting the theaters
Playing May 16 – May 21
Baby Mama – When a successful single woman (Tina Fey) discovers she is infertile, she hires a single woman to be her surrogate (Amy Koehler.) Comedy, PG-13.
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian – The Pevensie children return to Narnia after a year away and find that centuries have past in the magical land. They fight an evil ruler to return Prince Caspian, the rightful heir, to the throne. Starring newcomer Ben Barnes and well as returning stars Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, William Moseley and Anna Popplewell. Fantasy, PG.
The Forbidden Kingdom – A band of martial arts warriors (including Jackie Chan and Jet Li) take an American teenager who is obsessed with kung fu under their wings. Action, PG-13.
Harold and Kumar Escape From Guantanamo Bay – The pot-smoking duo Harold (John Cho) and Kumar (Kal Penn) try to escape authorities who suspect them of being terrorists when they try to sneak a bong on a flight to Amsterdam. Comedy, R.
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull – Flash forward 20 years, and Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) is at it again. The cold war is in full-swing so expect Russian spies, espionage hijinks and a wild ride. Shia La Boeuf stars at Mutt Williams and Karen Allen as Marion Ravenwood. 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.
Made of Honor – After years of playing the field Tom (Patrick Dempsey) has finally realized he is in love with his best girlfriend Hannah (Michelle Monaghan). When he finally gets ready to reveal the truth to her, she announces she is engaged to another man and wants him to be her maid of honor. Romantic comedy, PG-13.
Smart People – A widowed professor (Dennis Quaid) finds love when a woman unexpectedly comes into his life (Sarah Jessica Parker.) Also starring Ellen Page and Thomas Hayden Church. Drama, R.
Speed Racer – For those who remember the cartoon, Speed Racer comes to life in the new film by Andy and Larry Wachowski. Speed Racer (Emile Hirsch) wants to win the cross-country car race that took his older brother’s life. Also starring Christina Ricci and Susan Sarandon. Action, PG.
What Happens in Vegas – The story revolves around two people who realize they got married after a night of debauchery when one of them won a huge jackpot by playing the other’s quarter. Now they want a divorce without losing the money. Starring Cameron Diaz and Ashton Kutcher. Comedy, PG-13.
Hitting the couch
Movies out on DVD May 20
National Treasure: Book of Secrets – Ben Gates (Nicolas Cage) is once again in pursuit of treasure – this time to save the reputation of an ancestor who has been implicated in the assassination of President Lincoln. DVD and Blu-ray.
Short Circuit – Originally released in 1986, this comedy about an experimental robot that is struck by lighting and becomes self-aware is now available to view on the small screen. Starring Ally Sheedy and Steve Guttenberg. On Blu-ray.
There Will Be Blood – A struggling silver miner (Daniel Day Lewis) strikes it rich when he finds oil. He takes in an orphan boy (Russell Harvard), but life remains far from perfect. On DVD and Blu-ray.
Cloverfield – When a monster attacks in the middle of a New York party, a small group of guests catch a lot of it on video. Starring Lizzy Caplan, Jessica Lucas and T.J. Miller. On DVD and Blu-ray.
The Air I Breathe – Four lives are followed in this story based on an ancient Chinese proverb that say slife can be broken down into four cornerstones – happiness, pleasure, sorrow and love. Starring Kevin Bacon, Julie Delpy, Brendan Fraser and Sarah Michelle Gellar. On DVD and Blu-ray.
Television series released May 6
The Muppet Show season three
Charles in Charge season three
