This week, we're looking at two wide releases: Larry Charles' anticipated comedy "Brüno" with Sacha Baron Cohen; and Chris Columbus' comedy "I Love You, Beth Cooper" with Hayden Panettiere and Paul Rust:

BRUNO

Synopsis: From the creators of "Borat" comes "Brüno," a provocative comedy following a flamboyant gay Austrian fashionista (Sacha Baron Cohen) as he takes his show to America and around the world.

First thoughts: What can I say? "Brüno" is definitely one of only a few films I am really looking forward to this summer, and from what I've heard, the film delivers tons of laughs. I'm totally sold on the trailers and spots, and I'm sure Cohen has plenty of hilarious material in store for us!

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I LOVE YOU, BETH COOPER

Synopsis: A nerdy valedictorian proclaims his love for the hottest and most popular girl in school – Beth Cooper (Hayden Panettiere) – during his graduation speech. Much to his surprise, Beth shows up at his door that very night and decides to show him the best night of his life.

First thoughts: I'm not quite sure what to expect here. Chris Columbus is obviously a talented director and all, but the preview for "Beth Cooper" didn't exactly had me laughing. Then again, it already looks a tad better than most other recent raunchy teen comedies. We'll see where Beth will take us...