New DVDs - films to rent in August 2011

Chronicling a year in the life of three executives whose jobs come under threat from corporate downsizing by their employers, a large and long-established shipbuilding company. The three men struggle to redefine their existence and adjust their perspective on life as they come to terms with the abrupt end of their job, salary, status and identity. Drama starring Ben Affleck, Tommy Lee Jones and Chris Cooper.

Rent the DVD – 'The company men'

When failed writer and loser in love Eddie Morra discovers new designer drug MDT-48, it goes straight to work on Eddie's brain power and makes him the sharpest thinker on the planet. Propelled into the world of high finance, he attracts the interest of high-powered businessman Carl Van Loon. Unfortunately MDT-48 comes with some particularly nasty side-effects. As Eddie's ascent stars to falter, he soon discovers there are dangerous people out to get him. Techno thriller starring Bradley Cooper and Robert De Niro.

Based on the novel 'The dark fields' by Alan Glynn.

Rent the DVD – 'Limitless'

Set in Swansea, 15-year-old Oliver Tate is growing concerned about the relationship between his father Lloyd, a depressive and recently-unemployed marine biologist, and his mother who appears to be harbouring a crush on fawning new age guru Graham. Oliver is also planning to lose his virginity and wonders how to broach the subject of sex with his eczema-prone, pyromaniac girlfriend Jordana. Coming-of-age comedy starring Craig Roberts.

Based on the novel by Joe Dunthorne.

Rent the DVD – 'Submarine'

Three families venture across the Oregon Trail in 1845 with hopes of finding a better life in the Pacific Northwest. Their already treacherous journey becomes even more gruelling when their guide, mountaineer Stephen Meek insists on taking a alternative route which he knows to be shorter. This results in the group getting lost and they end up placing their trust in a Native American they meet on the way. Western starring Bruce Greenwood and Rod Rondeaux.

Rent the DVD – 'Meek's cutoff'

Soldier Colter Stevens wakes up in the body of an unknown man and discovers that he is part of a government mission to identify the bomber of a Chicago commuter train. The experiment, known as the 'Source Code', enables its subjects to take on a person's identity for the last eight minutes of their lives. Colter has been programmed to relive the incident until he can figure out who the suspect is and prevent another large-scale terrorist attack. Sci-fi thriller starring Jake Gyllenhaal.

Rent the DVD – 'Source code'

Five episodes following the adventures of stepbrothers Phineas and Ferb during their summer holiday. In this instalment, the duo search for treasure, go on a trip to Mars and hold a jousting tournament. Meanwhile, their pet platypus, Perry AKA Agent P, is trying to put a stop to the schemes of the evil Dr Doofenshmirtz. Animation voiced by Vincent Martella and Thomas Brodie-Sangster.

Rent the DVD – 'Phineas and Ferb'

Valerie is a beautiful young woman whose parents have arranged a match for her with the wealthy Henry. But Valerie is in love with the handsome young Peter and the two plan to run away together. However, a werewolf attack on Valerie's sister throws their plans into disarray. The villagers are horrified to discover that the wolf, who takes human form by day, is living among them. Gothic retelling of the fairy tale starring Amanda Seyfried.

Based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm.

Rent the DVD – 'Red Riding Hood'

Sidney Prescott has finally managed to put the horrific events of her past behind her and returns to her hometown to promote her recently published self-help book. Unfortunately for her and childhood friends Dewey and Gale, the Ghostface Killer has chosen the ten-year anniversary of the Woodsboro murders to begin a new killing spree in the town – and this time he is broadcasting the whole thing live on the Internet. Slasher horror starring Neve Campbell, David Arquette and Courteney Cox.

Rent the DVD – 'Scream 4'

Rachel White is a young attorney living and working in Manhattan. Rachel has always been the consummate good girl and dedicated best friend to the beautiful but spoiled Darcy. But as her 30th birthday approaches, Rachel's good girl persona goes out of the window as she finds herself falling head over heels in love with none other than Darcy's handsome fiance, Dex. Romantic comedy starring Kate Hudson and Ginnifer Goodwin.

Based on the novel by Emily Giffen.

Rent the DVD – 'Something borrowed'

When unemployed slacker Fred accidentally runs over the Easter Bunny in his car, he reluctantly agrees to take him home while he recovers from his injuries. A battle of egos ensues as both host and house-guest are forced to face up to the unpalatable idea of finally getting around to growing up. CGI-animation and live action comedy adventure featuring the voice of Russell Brand as the Easter Bunny.

Rent the DVD – 'Hop'