I need a new Laptop, need help choosing?

My current laptop is taking a huge dump. Its a 5 year old HP, and has given me almost no problems, aside from the last few months. The hinge has broken on the right, the screen lock clip has broken on the right, and the open button has snapped in half. Tonight, I plugged my computer in to charge it and I came back a few hours later to learn that it hasn't charged. I played around with the power cord and nothing, I switched power cords, and if I keep it in the right position, it will charge, I tried the first cord again, and it also worked after some playing, so I know its in the power port on the computer itself, not a huge surprise.

I need a laptop that will be good with movies, clear picture, ect. and average internet use. I'm happy with HP and would prefer them, but I'm open to other brands as well. What would be the best 17" laptop for movies and just average use, in the $1000-1300 range.