A couple of strong films set in Europe head up this week’s batch of new releases to DVD. Penelope Cruz has been nominated for an Oscar for her work in Woody Allen’s Vicky Cristina Barcelona. And though it hasn’t predictably hasn’t picked up any awards, Guy Ritchie’s Rocknrolla has unpredictably garnered favorable reviews from the Critcker user base. Worth a look.

Vicky Cristina Barcelona – 365 Rankings – Average Tier 6.70
Two girlfriends on a summer holiday in Spain become enamored with the same painter, unaware that his ex-wife, with whom he has a tempestuous relationship, is about to re-enter the picture. Vicky Cristina Barcelona @ Amazon

RocknRolla – 116 Rankings – Average Tier 6.20
In London, a real-estate scam puts millions of pounds up for grabs, naturally attracting the attention of some of the city’s scrappiest tough guys (Butler, Elba) its more established underworld players (Wilkinson), and others — all of whom are looking to get rich quick. RocknRolla @ Amazon

Lakeview Terrace – 53 Rankings – Average Tier 4.17
An LAPD officer (Jackson) will stop at nothing to force out the interracial couple who just moved in next door. Lakeview Terrace @ Amazon

The Rocker – 45 Rankings – Average Tier 4.56
The Rocker tells the story of a failed drummer who is given a second chance at fame. Robert “Fish” Fishman is the extremely dedicated and astoundingly passionate drummer for the eighties hair band Vesuvius, who is living the rock n’ roll dream until he is unceremoniously kicked out of the band. The Rocker @ Amazon

Pride and Glory – 43 Rankings – Average Tier 3.86
A saga centered on a multi-generational family of New York City Police officers. The family’s moral codes are tested when Ray Tierney (Edward Norton), investigates a case that reveals an incendiary police corruption scandal involving his own brother-in-law (Colin Farrell). For Ray, the truth is revelatory, a Pandora’s Box that threatens to upend not only the Tierney legacy but the entire NYPD. Pride and Glory @ Amazon

Other New Releases This Week
College
Closing the Ring
Fireproof
Open Season 2
The Lucky Ones
Just Buried
The Gene Generation
Gutterballs
Holly