Inglorious Basterds: I’m a total Tarantino devotee, so of course I’ve been waiting for this thing FOREVER and am super-excited it’s finally here. I’m a little unsure about the casting, but I’m willing to give it a chance. QT hasn’t disappointed me yet (I’m one of those people who loves Jackie Browne), and I’m definitely not squeamish about blood, so here’s hoping he brings it. You’ve got your choice of theaters for this one: the Guild 45th, the Uptown, AMC Pacific Place, or The Big Picture (my choice, since booze + Tarantino =  movie-watchin’ goodness):

[Video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORNbHpKVALY]

Cold Souls: FINALLY! This is playing at the Uptown, and you guys have to go see this now. Especially if you love Paul Giamatti – but even if you don’t, go see it. It’s brilliant and funny and deep and heart-breaking and I heartily recommend it to everyone. For a better descrip, check out my SIFF write-up here. And seriously, I can’t imagine anyone skipping it after they watch the preview:

[Video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJ2t2vDfM1M]

Tony Manero: This one is just too crazy to be missed – and it’s playing at the Northwest Film Forum, so you can enjoy the film and help save a great theater when you go see it. Alfredo Castro plays a man fixated on John Travolta’s character from Saturday Night Fever – more than obsessively. You’d think that working out dance routines and perfecting an impression would be soothing, but Peralta’s rage only gets worse as time goes on. Check out the trailer (sorry – couldn’t find an English version!):

[Video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvCpNw609V8]