Across the Universe (****): Rent, download (legally, of course), or go see this romantic musical right away. Especially if you like the Beatles, and especially if you are old enough to remember listening to them on the radio. (Note, it's not about the Beatles, but there are amazing covers by some amazing talent and interesting interpretations of their songs to tell the story, which is thin but the music more than makes up for it.) Watch for some cool cameos, too.

Walk Hard (1/2*): Possibly one of the worst movies I have ever seen. Memo to screenwriters: if you have to explain every joke they probably aren't funny. I guess youngsters who like the "new" SNL comedy will get this. I didn't. One-half star for some pretty good musical performances.