Tweek Recommends for the Week of May 8-14

Here's the rundown: I take a gander at the upcoming releases for the week, and select one wide and one limited release film. I'll give you a short synopysis of the film and its cast, and why I think it's a winner. Even if the list of options really blows, I'll give you at least one for those of you who just HAVE to see something THIS weekend. Don't worry, if I think even my top choice is going to suck, I'll tell you.

Wide-Release Film
Poseidon- Josh Lucas, Kurt Russel, Richard Dreyfus. A big boat is hit by a wave and flips over. The captain orders all to stay in this one big upside room and wait for help. But a small group of survivors ignores him and makes their way up to the top of the ship as it fills with water. Each has their own motivations for this insubordination, and the characters are all very deep and diverse, leading to many clashes as they learn to overcome their differences and find true strength within (yadda, yadda, yadda). Seems to be ok, other then the fundimental problem of the giant wave. Tsunamis don't make waves until they're near shore, that's what makes the wave seem big. On the ocean, you'd probably neve even notice it. Enjoyable if you can get over the impossibility of the basic premise.

Limited-Release Film
Dead Man's Shoes- Yahoo! Movies:

Richard and younger brother Anthony return to the drugs and gang-ridden hometown they left eight years before. They set up camp in the hills overlooking the town, reminiscing over their shared past. But, they're not here to reminisce. Richard is here for revenge.

Looks like an exciting revenge flic. Could be worth it, particularly for supporting the lower-budget crowd.

Enjoy your week at the movies.