DVD
“The Proposal”: When she learns she’s in danger of being deported, overbearing book editor (Sandra Bullock) forces her assistant (Ryan Reynolds) to marry her.
“Land of the Lost”: After uncovering a portal to an alternate universe, a park ranger (Will Ferrell) and his kids are forced to contend with dinosaurs and other creatures.
“Drag Me to Hell”: After denying a woman the extension she needs to keep her home, a loan officer (Alison Lohman) sees her life take a startling turn for the worse.
“American Violet”: Inspired by true events, this drama centers on a 24-year-old mother of four who’s forced to take on a corrupt district attorney (Michael O’Keefe).
“American Beer”: Armed with a minivan and a camera, five thirsty friends set out on the ultimate road trip — a self-guided tour through 38 breweries in 40 days.
Next week: “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen”
CD
“She Wolf,” Shakira: Colombian singer-songwriter’s third English studio album marks a shift from Latin pop to electro-pop and dancehall, as evidenced by the already-released title track.
“Embryonic,” The Flaming Lips: Oklahoma City experimental rockers’ 12th studio album, the band’s first double album, reportedly is similar in style to Joy Division.
Next week: “Southern Voice,” Tim McGraw
BOOKS
“Highest Duty: My Search for What Really Matters,” Chelsey B. Sullenberger: US Airways pilot dubbed “Captain Cool” recounts his miraculous landing in the Hudson River.
“Dracula: The Un-Dead,” Dacre Stoker: A sequel to Bram Stoker’s classic novel “Dracula,” written by his great-grandnephew with help from Dracula historian Ian Holt.
Next week: “Eating the Dinosaur,” Chuck Klosterman
