While last week seemed like maybe the new release slump was busted but sure enough, this week we are dragged kicking and screaming to utter mediocrity. And that is being kind. But sure enough, one week from now the summer movie season opens a full month before summer starts and at the very least interesting movies should be coming out every week.

So while I am utterly apathetic to the multiplex releases I do have a limited release picture that I am excited about, the rrrrawk and roll documentary Young @ Heart. Call me a sucker, but senior citizens singing punk songs is irresistible to me. I’m quite sure I will laugh, love and dance in the aisles over such an inspiring tale. At least that is what the trailer promises.

As for DVD releases, I think it might actually be worse then the new releases. Sure I found The Golden Compass interesting but it isn’t anything I’m dying to see again. And 27 Dresses or How She Move? Are people actually excited to own either of those two vapid masterpieces? Srsly? Thankfully, one outstanding film is coming out on DVD this Tuesday that I heartily recommend everyone watch, if not own, and that is The Diving Bell and the Butterfly. Well acted, directed, and with some impressive cinematography and editing it is easily one of the best movies released last year and worth every penny it will cost to buy.

As always trailers are after the break!

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