Machete – After being betrayed by the organization who hired him, an ex-Federale (Danny Trejo) launches a brutal rampage of revenge against the people who double-crossed him. Also starring Michelle Rodriguez, Robert Deniro, Steven Seagal, Jessica Alba and many more. Directed by Robert Rodriguez based on the fake trailer from Grindhouse.

The American – An assassin (George Clooney) is hiding out in an Italian village while he anticipates his last assignment. He tempts fate by seeking out the friendship of a priest as well as the affection of a local woman. Directed by Anton Corbjin.

Takers – Matt Dillon plays a detective who gets between a group of bank robbers (Idris Elba, Chris Brown, Hayden Christensen, Michael Ealy, T.I., Paul Walker) who plan on staging one last big heist that will leave them with a $20 Million bounty from an armored car. Also starring Zoe Saldana.

The Last Exorcism – Patrick Fabian plays a troubled minister who performs exorcisms. His final exorcism is being filmed by a documentary crew and proves to be his toughest one yet as a young possessed girl (Ashley Bell) brings him face to face with the Devil.

Vampires Suck – Becca finds herself torn between two boys, one a vampire and the other a werewolf. All their problems come to a head at their school prom. A spoof of teenage vampire themed movies from writer/directors Jason Friedberg and Aaron Seltzer, the guys who brought you Date Movie, Meet The Spartans, Epic Movie, and Disaster Movie.

The Switch – Jennifer Aniston is single and getting older, she wants a kid so she decides to get artificially inseminated by a sperm donor. Jason Bateman is her best friend who was always in love with her. He switches the sperm with his own without anyone knowing but they end up going their separate ways before the birth. Seven years later he meets his secret son.

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World – Scott Pilgrim (Michael Cera) is a musician who falls for the new girl in town, Ramona Flowers (Mary Elizabeth Winstead), but soon after they start seeing each other he finds out he must defeat her seven evil ex-boyfriends. Also starring Chris Evans, Brandon Routh, Jason Schwartzman, Anna Kendrick and others. Directed by Edgar Wright (Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz).

The Expendables – Barney Ross (Sylvester Stallone) leads a team of mercenaries on a mission to South America where they must overthrow a ruthless dictator. Also starring Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Steve Austin, Randy Couture, Terry Crews, Mickey Rourke, Eric Roberts, and more. Written and Directed by Stallone himself.

The Other Guys – Detectives Allen Gamble (Will Ferrell) and Terry Hoitz (Mark Wahlberg) might not be New York City’s finest, but when they discover a path that leads directly to one the city’s biggest criminals, they seize the opportunity to become supercops. Directed by Adam McKay (Anchorman, Step Brothers).

Step Up 3D – the kids from the Maryland School of the Arts head to Paris for an international dance competition, but when Moose (Adam Sevani) misses the flight home, he is inducted into the city’s underground dance scene, which is about to have its own contest. Brought to you in 3D!!!!

Dinner For Schmucks – Paul Rudd plays a guy trying to get a big promotion. His boss tells him he must find a random idiot to bring to dinner, and if he finds the biggest idiot then the promotion is his. He runs into Steve Carell who plays an IRS agent who collects dead mice to dress up in famous scenarios. But he may feel bad embarrassing such a nice guy. Directed by Jay Roach (Austin Powers trilogy).

Charlie St. Cloud – After his younger brother passes away, Charlie (Zac Efron) finds a way to deal with his grief by working as a caretaker at the cemetery where his brother is buried. He starts seeing visions of his dead brother and having conversations with him. But when a love interest comes into his life, he must find a way to let go.

Salt – Angelina Jolie plays Evelyn Salt, a CIA Officer who is accused of being a spy by a captured Russian defector. She goes on the run using her skills and past experiences to stay hidden while she gathers the information to clear her name. Directed by Phillip Noyce (Clear And Present Danger, Patriot Games).

Ramona & Beezus – when a grade schooler named Ramona (Joey King) senses that her family’s home is in danger, she and her big sister Beezus (Selena Gomez) have to save the day. From the popular book series by Beverly Cleary.

The summer savoir had finally arrived! Christopher Nolan’s Inception has finally opened up in cinemas across the country. Inception has lots of buzz around it, and for good reason, it’s the first film Nolan has done after blowing away nearly everyone with The Dark Knight. Let’s not forget that Nolan has a rather flawless track record of great movies on top of that. Inception, a movie that I *think* is about people solving crimes in a dream world (I’m probably completely wrong), so far has been well received by critics with a 84% on the Tomatometer. I’m positive this will be a good if not great movie. If you’re headed out to the movies this weekend, Inception should probably be on the top of your list.

If you’re a family man, you’re probably going to end up seeing Disney’s The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, starring our dear friend Nicolas Cage. Loosely based on a story from an animated segment of Fantasia that’s based on an old poem from 1797, Apprentice has Nic Cage being Nic Cage and wizards doing wizard things. Resting at about 40% on the TMeter, critics seem torn, but I think most agree that it’s a standard affair of CGI flair. I have no interest, but it’s probably not the worst thing you could see this summer.

A handful of other films are opening in limited release, including Valhalla Rising, which sounds like it could be insane. I hear it’s a trippy tale of a Viking being a straight up monster. It’s getting great press, so if you’re in the mood for something that sounds really out there and brutal, this could be your secret ticket.

Despicable Me – Steve Carell voices the evil mastermind Gru who is constantly thwarted by the local superhero. When a trio of orphan girls show up on his doorstep, his plans to steal the moon are thrown into chaos. Along with his Minions, he must figure out a way to get it done. Additional voices by Jason Segel, Russell Brand, and many more.

Predators – a group of elite warriors are dropped into the jungle with no recollection of how or why they are there. They soon find out they are part of a game where a predator species will hunt them and they must use their unique skillsets in order to survive. Starring Adrien Brody, Laurence Fishburne, Topher Grace, and more. Produced by Robert Rodriguez (Sin City). Directed by Nimrod Antal (Vacancy).

Grown Ups – Five high school friends (Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Kevin James, David Spade, Rob Schneider) are reunited at the funeral of their former basketball coach. They decide to get their families together to spend the Fourth of July holiday weekend reminiscing about old times and catching up. Also starring Salma Hayek, Maria Bello, Maya Rudolph and others. Directed by Dennis Dugan (Zohan, Chuck & Larry).

Knight & Day – Cameron Diaz plays a woman who gets caught up in the life of a secret agent (Tom Cruise) who finds out he is not supposed to survive his latest mission. He must bring the woman along in order to protect her while he spans the globe trying to stay alive. Directed by James Mangold (3:10 to Yuma).