Smart List: ‘Scott Pilgrim’ and Cee-Lo Green take on the world
It’s time to brush up on your pop culture references and talk about “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World.”
The genre-breaking cult hit is being released on DVD and Blu-ray. In case you’re so behind on your pop culture news, a breakdown: The film, based on a graphic novel series, follows a young man’s quest to fend off the seven evil exes of his lady love. Yes, lanky Michael Cera is capable of kicking some rogue butt (we’re just as surprised). Oh, and there’s an 8-bit Nintendo-style Universal Studios ride opening — pretty rad! (Tuesday)
Need a Motown 2.0 fix? Talk about “The Lady Killer.”
Cee-Lo Green, he of Goodie Mob fame (or Gnarls Barkley, depending on your radar), returns to the scene with his third solo album — his first since 2004’s “Cee-Lo Green … Is the Soul Machine.” The singer-rapper is embracing the funky, soul-drenched sounds of the ‘60s and ‘70s. With at least one unprintable title, it’s sure to offer the perfect soundtrack for those bouts of road rage. And, hey, if NPR jumped on the bandwagon to stream the album, what’s your excuse not to have a listen? (Tuesday)
If you like your tween idols rehab-free, talk about the DVD/Blu-ray release of “Ramona and Beezus.”
Disney Channel golden child Selena Gomez stars in the flick, based on the popular Beverly Cleary children’s book series, about the misadventures of grade-schooler Ramona Quimby. The extras, include tips and tricks on how kids can make their own movie. (Tuesday)
It’s your last chance to see it, so you might as well talk about “Outlaw.”
It seems baring your derriere on “NYPD Blue” doesn’t always lead to a future hit TV show. Dennis Franz, take notice. “Outlaw,” the NBC drama starring Jimmy Smits, is gearing up to serve its sentence alongside other jailed TV shows in the cancellation ward. Bid your farewell and catch the series finale. (Saturday)
Missed your early morning train? Talk about “Unstoppable.”
Chris Pine (“Star Trek”) and Denzel Washington (almost every awesome film) play train guys who must stop a runaway locomotive carrying enough hazardous chemicals to demolish a nearby city. Think “Speed” but with railway cars. We’re just delighted it’s a train movie that doesn’t involve freakish manscapes (John Travolta, we’re looking at you). (Friday)
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