Cars 2

(June 24) – Pixar Studios’ sequel to one of its most lucrative projects follows Lightning McQueen’s efforts to win an international race with his tow truck buddy, Mater, along for the ride. However, not only must they deal with autos from various countries, but a case of espionage as well. With the voices of Owen Wilson, Larry the Cable Guy and Michael Caine, among many others.

Bad Teacher

(June 24) – Cameron Diaz gets down and dirty as a vulgar teacher who’s out to nab a new co-worker (Justin Timberlake) after being dumped by her sugar daddy, as well as get her students to ace an upcoming standardized test so that she can get a bonus. She has no problems bribing her kids or getting her sexy on to turn her potential beau’s head. But she doesn’t count on competition from another teacher (Lucy Punch) with similar designs. Proudly touting its R rating, this one is not for those easily offended.

30 Minutes or Less

(Aug. 12) – Jesse Eisenberg stars as a pizza delivery guy who’s kidnapped, has dynamite strapped to his chest and is forced to rob a bank in less than a half hour. Believe it or not, this is a comedy, albeit of the darker variety.

X-Men: First Class

(June 3) – This prequel to the profitable mutant movies examines the beginning of the team as allies Charles Xavier (James McAvoy) and Erik Lensherr (Michael Fassbender) gather other individuals with unique powers to form a group intent on gaining acceptance by helping the society that’s shunned them. Their first task is to help quell the Cuban Missile Crisis. Obviously, historians have overlooked their role in this seminal event.

Conan the Barbarian

(Aug. 19) – Newcomer Jason Momoa assumes the mantle of Robert E. Howard’s barbarian as the warrior sets out to avenge the murders of his family. Ron Perlman (Hellboy) and Stephen Lang (Avatar) lend a hand hefting the broadswords.

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