I guess certain movies could work your graphics adapter harder than others, just like some games do. Do you have a video card, or onboard graphics? Have you checked to see what your temps are running? This could be a heat issue, check that all your fans are running, and the inside of the case and everything is clean and dust free. You can download this utility called Speed Fan to check your temps if you dont have one:
Download SpeedFan - Access temperature sensor in your computer