Best Hollywood Movies of 2020
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- DirectorAdil El ArbiBilall FallahStarsWill SmithMartin LawrenceVanessa HudgensMiami detectives Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett must face off against a mother-and-son pair of drug lords who wreak vengeful havoc on their city.'Bad Boys for Life' is a fun old-fashioned buddy-cop actioner that has enough charm, humor and violence to guarantee popcorn entertainment.
- DirectorGuy RitchieStarsMatthew McConaugheyCharlie HunnamMichelle DockeryAn American expat tries to sell off his highly profitable marijuana empire in London, triggering plots, schemes, bribery and blackmail in an attempt to steal his domain out from under him.'The Gentlemen' is a fun, original, and expletive loaded crime caper that is full of swagger and style.
- DirectorDestin Daniel CrettonStarsMichael B. JordanJamie FoxxBrie LarsonWorld-renowned civil rights defense attorney Bryan Stevenson works to free a wrongly condemned death row prisoner.'Just Mercy' is a powerful and emotionally down-to-earth legal drama led by astonishing performances.
- DirectorCathy YanStarsMargot RobbieRosie PerezMary Elizabeth WinsteadAfter splitting with the Joker, Harley Quinn joins superheroines Black Canary, Huntress, and Renee Montoya to save a young girl from an evil crime lord.'Birds of Prey' is a fun, colorful, silly and chaotic comic book film that is breezily entertaining thanks to its humor and violent action.
- DirectorJeff BaenaStarsAlison BrieMolly ShannonGoldeniteSarah, a socially isolated woman with a fondness for arts and crafts, horses, and supernatural crime shows finds her increasingly lucid dreams trickling into her waking life.'Horse Girl' is an insightful character-based film which despite its shortcomings manages to be a very hypnotic experience.
- DirectorJeff FowlerStarsBen SchwartzJames MarsdenJim CarreyAfter discovering a small, blue, fast hedgehog, a small-town police officer must help him defeat an evil genius who wants to do experiments on him.'Sonic the Hedgehog' an enjoyable adventure comedy that provides apt entertainment despite not being groundbreaking by any means.
- DirectorLisa Barros D'SaGlenn LeyburnStarsLesley ManvilleLiam NeesonEsh AlladiAn extraordinary look at the lives of a middle-aged couple in the midst of the wife's breast cancer diagnosis.'Ordinary Love' is a heart-breaking and ultimately uplifting love story told profoundly and honestly rather than cloyingly or sentimentally.
- DirectorChris SandersStarsHarrison FordOmar SyCara GeeA sled dog struggles for survival in the wilds of the Yukon.'The Call of the Wild' is a familiar but heartwarming adventure that's surprisingly funny and emotional.
- DirectorRichard StanleyStarsNicolas CageJoely RichardsonMadeleine ArthurA secluded farm is struck by a strange meteorite which has apocalyptic consequences for the family living there and possibly the world.'Color Out of Space' is a demented horror film which despite its oddities manages to be breathtaking, jaw-dropping, and horrifying.
- DirectorLeigh WhannellStarsElisabeth MossOliver Jackson-CohenHarriet DyerWhen Cecilia's abusive ex takes his own life and leaves her his fortune, she suspects his death was a hoax. As a series of coincidences turn lethal, Cecilia works to prove that she is being hunted by someone nobody can see.'The Invisible Man' is a clever and compelling remake that manages to be gripping, exciting and genuinely scary.
- DirectorJason HowdenStarsDaniel RadcliffeSamara WeavingNed DennehyA guy relies on his newly-acquired gladiator skills to save his ex-girlfriend from kidnappers.'Guns Akimbo' is a wildly entertaining action comedy filled with insane characters that are hard to resist.
- DirectorDan ScanlonStarsTom HollandChris PrattJulia Louis-DreyfusIn a magical world full of technological advances, elven brothers Ian and Barley Lightfoot set out on an adventure to resurrect their late father for a day.'Onward' is an enjoyable animated film which despite not being one of Pixar's best manages to be a fun emotional fantasy adventure.
- DirectorGavin O'ConnorStarsBen AffleckAl MadrigalJanina GavankarJack Cunningham was a high school basketball phenom who walked away from the game, forfeiting his future. Years later, when he reluctantly accepts a coaching job at his alma mater, he may get one last shot at redemption.'The Way Back' is an inspirational and rousing sports film uplifted by Ben Affleck’s stirring performance.
- DirectorFrancis AnnanStarsDaniel RadcliffeDaniel WebberIan HartBased on the real-life prison break of two political captives, Escape From Pretoria is a race-against-time thriller set in the tumultuous apartheid days of South Africa.'Escape from Pretoria' is a compelling and ultimately thrilling prison break drama uplifted by yet another superb Radcliffe performance.
- DirectorPeter BergStarsMark WahlbergWinston DukeAlan ArkinWhen two Boston police officers are murdered, ex-cop Spenser teams up with his no-nonsense roommate Hawk to take down criminals.'Spenser Confidential' is a typical action comedy which despite being predictable manages to be a fun distraction.
- DirectorLiz GarbusStarsAmy RyanThomasin McKenzieGabriel ByrneWhen Mari Gilbert's daughter disappears, police inaction drives her own investigation into the gated Long Island community where Shannan was last seen. Her search brings attention to over a dozen murdered sex workers.'Lost Girls' is a devastating well narrated true crime thriller that deserves a watch for its unique take and Amy Ryan's award-worthy performance.
- DirectorGeorge NolfiStarsAnthony MackieSamuel L. JacksonNicholas HoultIn the 1960s, two African-American entrepreneurs hire a working-class white man to pretend to be the head of their business empire while they pose as a janitor and chauffeur.'The Banker' is an often likable and briskly engaging drama buoyed by its strong performances.
- DirectorGalder Gaztelu-UrrutiaStarsIvan MassaguéZorion EguileorAntonia San JuanA vertical prison with one cell per level. Two people per cell. Only one food platform and two minutes per day to feed. An endless nightmare trapped in The Hole.'The Platform' is a compelling, gory yet very entertaining science-fiction horror-thriller that is uplifted by a terrific script.
- DirectorMichael DowseStarsEd HelmsTaraji P. HensonTerrence Little GardenhighTwelve-year-old Kareem Manning hires a criminal to scare his mom's new boyfriend -police officer James Coffee - but it backfires, forcing Coffee and Kareem to team up in order to save themselves from Detroit's most ruthless drug kingpin.'Coffee & Kareem' is a standard buddy action comedy which despite it predictability manages to bring in huge amounts of laughs.
- DirectorWalt DohrnDavid P. SmithStarsAnna KendrickJustin TimberlakeRachel BloomWhen the Queen of the Hard Rock Trolls tries to take over all the Troll kingdoms, Queen Poppy and her friends try different ways to save all the Trolls.'Trolls World Tour' is a colorful and enjoyable sequel which will leave you grinning and humming.
- DirectorNeasa HardimanStarsHermione CorfieldDag MalmbergJack HickeyThe crew of a West of Ireland trawler, marooned at sea, struggle for their lives against a growing parasite in their water supply.'Sea Fever' is a smart and handsome sea horror that effectively uses age-old fears to provide an engaging experience.
- DirectorPhilippa LowthorpeStarsKeira KnightleyGugu Mbatha-RawJessie BuckleyA group of women hatch a plan to disrupt the 1970 Miss World beauty competition in London.'Misbehaviour' is an earnest comedy drama which despite sprawling misgivings manages to be uplifting and timely tale of female empowerment.
- DirectorJason OrleyStarsGriffin GluckLarry John MeyersMichael DevineA suburban teenager comes of age under the destructive guidance of his best friend, an aimless college dropout.'Big Time Adolescence' is a thoughtful, genuine and immensely likable comedy drama that is far smarter than you might assume it to be.
- DirectorSam HargraveStarsChris HemsworthBryon LerumRyder LerumTyler Rake, a fearless black market mercenary, embarks on the most deadly extraction of his career when he's enlisted to rescue the kidnapped son of an imprisoned international crime lord.'Extraction' is a solid, slick and intense action thriller that delivers bone-crunching entertainment.
- DirectorCory FinleyStarsHugh JackmanRay RomanoWelker WhiteThe beloved superintendent of New York's Roslyn school district and his staff, friends and relatives become the prime suspects in the unfolding of the single largest public school embezzlement scandal in American history.'Bad Education' is a sharp and entertaining drama that is refreshingly darkly funny as well as excellently performed.
- DirectorAlice WuStarsLeah LewisDaniel DiemerAlexxis LemireWhen smart but cash-strapped teen Ellie Chu agrees to write a love letter for a jock, she doesn't expect to become his friend - or fall for his crush.'The Half of It' is an earnest and perceptive high school romantic drama with some heartfelt writing and direction.
- DirectorKris PearnCory EvansRob LodermeierStarsWill ForteMaya RudolphAlessia CaraConvinced they'd be better off raising themselves, the Willoughby children hatch a sneaky plan to send their selfish parents on vacation. The siblings then embark on their own high-flying adventure to find the true meaning of family.'The Willoughbys' is a heartwarming and hilarious animated film that takes a progressive look at the true meaning of family.
- DirectorRachel Lee GoldenbergStarsJessica RotheJosh WhitehouseJessie EnnisA pair of young lovers from different backgrounds defy their parents and friends to stay together, set to a New Wave '80s soundtrack. A musical adaptation of the 1983 film.'Valley Girl' is a delightfully cheesy remake that glosses over its dim-witted plot with catchy musical numbers and a solid cast.
- DirectorTony CervoneStarsWill ForteMark WahlbergJason IsaacsScooby and the gang face their most challenging mystery ever: a plot to unleash the ghost dog Cerberus upon the world. As they race to stop this dogpocalypse, the gang discovers that Scooby has an epic destiny greater than anyone imagined.'Scoob!' is a goofy and gorgeous good dive into joyful nostalgia despite its inverted original concept.
- DirectorAndrew PattersonStarsSierra McCormickJake HorowitzGail CronauerOne night in New Mexico, in the late 1950s, a switchboard operator and radio DJ discover a strange audio frequency which could change the future forever.'The Vast of Night' is a uniquely captivating sci-fi thriller uplifted by its superb direction, incredible performances and stunning cinematography.
- DirectorJosephine DeckerStarsElisabeth MossOdessa YoungMichael StuhlbargA famous horror writer finds inspiration for her next book after she and her husband take in a young couple.'Shirley' is a solid yet slow-building psychological drama uplifted by its unique tone and performances.
- DirectorJudd ApatowStarsPete DavidsonBel PowleyRicky VelezScott has been a case of arrested development since his firefighter dad died. He spends his days smoking weed and dreaming of being a tattoo artist until events force him to grapple with his grief and take his first steps forward in life.'The King of Staten Island' is a seriously funny, heartfelt, and compelling comedy drama that offers a solid character exploration from Pete Davidson.
- DirectorSpike LeeStarsDelroy LindoJonathan MajorsClarke PetersFour black veterans battle the forces of man and nature when they return to Viet Nam seeking the remains of their fallen squad leader and the gold fortune he helped them hide.'Da 5 Bloods' is a fun, daring, and immensely relevant joint from Spike Lee that is handsomely filmed, well-acted, and intermittently compelling.
- DirectorPatrick VollrathStarsJoseph Gordon-LevittOmid MemarAylin TezelWhen terrorists try to seize control of a Berlin-Paris flight, a soft-spoken American co-pilot struggles to save the lives of the passengers and crew while forging a surprising connection with one of the hijackers.'7500' is a well-paced thriller that offers a unique viewing experience by placing extreme intensity in close-quarters.
- DirectorAbner PastollStarsSarah BolgerEdward HoggAndrew SimpsonA recently widowed young mother will go to any lengths to protect her children as she seeks the truth behind her husband's murder.'A Good Woman Is Hard to Find' is a moody little engaging thriller uplifted by the lead's star-making performance.
- DirectorArmando IannucciStarsDev PatelHugh LaurieTilda SwintonA modern take on Charles Dickens's classic tale of a young orphan who is able to triumph over many obstacles.'The Personal History of David Copperfield' is a wonderfully strange yet utterly enjoyable tale that delivers a whirlwind adventure with a lots of laughs.
- DirectorDavid DobkinStarsWill FerrellRachel McAdamsDan StevensWhen aspiring musicians Lars and Sigrit are given the opportunity to represent their country at the world's biggest song competition, they finally have a chance to prove that any dream worth having is a dream worth fighting for.'Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga' is a wild and truly hilarious comedy filled with fun musical numbers and pitch-perfect comic performances.
- DirectorRod LurieStarsScott EastwoodCaleb Landry JonesOrlando BloomA small team of U.S. soldiers battles against hundreds of Taliban fighters in Afghanistan.'The Outpost' is an excellent action filled war drama that depicts a harrowing real life battle quite efficiently.
- DirectorAaron SchneiderStarsTom HanksElisabeth ShueStephen GrahamSeveral months after the U.S. entry into World War II, an inexperienced U.S. Navy commander must lead an Allied convoy being stalked by a German submarine wolf pack.'Greyhound' is an intense wartime action thriller that makes for an earnest and thrilling ride.
- DirectorGina Prince-BythewoodStarsCharlize TheronKiKi LayneMatthias SchoenaertsA covert team of immortal mercenaries is suddenly exposed and must now fight to keep their identity a secret just as an unexpected new member is discovered.'The Old Guard' is a solid, entertaining action thriller uplifted by its compelling characters.
- DirectorMax BarbakowStarsAndy SambergCristin MiliotiJ.K. SimmonsStuck in a time loop, two wedding guests develop a budding romance while living the same day over and over again.'Palm Springs' is an excellently twisty romantic comedy with the right amount of goofiness and heart to make it one of the most entertaining films of the year.
- DirectorTony Dean SmithStarsAdrian Glynn McMorranMagda ApanowiczJohn CassiniA man afflicted with clairvoyance tries to change his fate when a series of events leads to a vision of his own imminent murder.'Volition' is an endlessly twisty mind-bending sci-fi thriller that deserves attention for being clever and inventive.
- DirectorGavin RotheryStarsTheo JamesStacy MartinRhona Mitra2038: George Almore is working on a true human-equivalent AI. His latest prototype is almost ready. This sensitive phase is also the riskiest. Especially as he has a goal that must be hidden at all costs.'Archive' is a very moody yet watchable sci-fi thriller that makes for a wonderfully vibrant and expertly captivating directorial debut for Gavin Rothery.
- DirectorDave FrancoStarsDan StevensAlison BrieSheila VandTwo couples rent a vacation home for what should be a celebratory weekend get-away.'The Rental' is an efficient non-threatening domestic horror which despite a faulty final act is entertaining enough with an engaging cast and a few genuinely creepy moments.
- DirectorDaniel RobyStarsAntoine Olivier PilonJosh HartnettStephen McHattieIn 1989, a Canadian journalist investigates the circumstances surrounding the suspicious arrest of a heroin addict imprisoned in a Thai jail.'Most Wanted' is a crafty crime thriller that offers familiar but engaging entertainment.
- DirectorRob SavageStarsHaley BishopJemma MooreEmma Louise WebbSix friends hire a medium to hold a seance via Zoom during lockdown, but they get far more than they bargained for as things quickly go wrong.'Host' is a highly effective horror that uses plausible experience to a creepily chilling effect.
- DirectorBrandon TrostStarsSeth RogenSarah SnookMolly EvensenAn immigrant worker at a pickle factory is accidentally preserved for 100 years and wakes up in modern-day Brooklyn.'An American Pickle' is an earnest yet wacky comedy drama that rests on Seth Rogen's double shoulders.
- DirectorJay BaruchelStarsJesse WilliamsJordana BrewsterJay BaruchelA pair of comic book writers begin to notice scary similarities between the character they created and horrific real-life events.'Random Acts of Violence' is a horrific anti-horror film that is both confrontational and edgy.
- DirectorHenry JoostAriel SchulmanStarsJamie FoxxJoseph Gordon-LevittDominique FishbackWhen a pill that gives its users unpredictable superpowers for five minutes hits the streets of New Orleans, a teenage dealer and a local cop must team with an ex-soldier to take down the group responsible for its creation.'Project Power' is a fun enough action packed thriller with an interesting concept to keep you pleasantly engaged.
- DirectorEugene KotlyarenkoStarsJoe KeeryDavid ArquetteJoshua OvalleThirsty for a following, Kurt Kunkle is a rideshare driver who has figured out a deadly plan to go viral.‘Spree’ is an entertaining, thought-provoking black comedy that offers a darkly alluring condemnation of influencer culture.
- DirectorThea SharrockStarsSam RockwellBryan CranstonPhillipa SooA gorilla named Ivan tries to piece together his past with the help of an elephant named Ruby as they hatch a plan to escape from captivity.'The One and Only Ivan’ is an entirely delightful and endlessly charming film that will entertain both kids and adults.
- DirectorChristopher NolanStarsJohn David WashingtonRobert PattinsonElizabeth DebickiArmed with only the word "Tenet," and fighting for the survival of the entire world, CIA operative, The Protagonist, journeys through a twilight world of international espionage on a global mission that unfolds beyond real time.'Tenet' is a challenging, ambitious, and incredibly twisty thriller that deserves praise for being a mind boggling original film.
- DirectorDean ParisotStarsKeanu ReevesAlex WinterKristen SchaalOnce told they'd save the universe during a time-traveling adventure, two would-be rockers from San Dimas, California find themselves as middle-aged dads still trying to crank out a hit song and fulfill their destiny.'Bill & Ted Face the Music' is just as sweet, goofy and funny as its predecessors, making it a most triumphant time to watch.
- DirectorMcGStarsJudah LewisSamara WeavingJenna OrtegaTwo years after Cole survived a satanic blood cult, he's living another nightmare: high school. And the demons from his past? Still making his life hell.'The Babysitter: Killer Queen' is a fun horror-comedy sequel that surprisingly builds upon its predecessor to entertaining ends.
- DirectorAntonio CamposStarsBill SkarsgårdTom HollandBanks RepetaSinister characters converge around a young man devoted to protecting those he loves in a postwar backwoods town teeming with corruption and brutality.'The Devil All the Time' is a grim and harrowing yet entertaining drama that deserves a watch for its cast and themes.
- DirectorHarry BradbeerStarsMillie Bobby BrownHenry CavillSam ClaflinWhen Enola Holmes (Sherlock's teen sister) discovers her mother is missing, she endeavours to find her, becoming a super-sleuth in her own right as she outwits her famous brother and unravels a dangerous conspiracy.'Enola Holmes' is quirky, charming and wonderfully uplifted by Millie Bobby Brown’s sparkling performance.
- DirectorRic Roman WaughStarsGerard ButlerMorena BaccarinRoger Dale FloydA family struggles for survival in the face of a cataclysmic natural disaster.'Greenland' is a sufficiently harrowing and engaging disaster film with surprise focus on emotions than explosions.
- DirectorZu QuirkeStarsSydney SweeneyMadison IsemanJacques ColimonAn incredibly gifted pianist makes a Faustian bargain to overtake her older sister at a prestigious institution for classical musicians.'Nocturne' is a genuinely unsettling horror thriller build under a symphony of suspense, obsession, and resentment.
- DirectorAaron SorkinStarsEddie RedmayneAlex SharpSacha Baron CohenThe story of 7 people on trial stemming from various charges surrounding the uprising at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois.'The Trial of the Chicago 7' is a timely and important drama uplifted by its brilliant writing and awesome cast.
- DirectorMichael MatthewsStarsDylan O'BrienJessica HenwickMichael RookerSeven years after he survived the monster apocalypse, lovably hapless Joel leaves his cozy underground bunker behind on a quest to reunite with his high school sweetheart.'Love and Monsters' is a very entertaining crowd-pleaser that strikes an excellent balance between action, humor and heart.
- DirectorMiranda JulyStarsRichard JenkinsDebra WingerEvan Rachel WoodA woman's life is turned upside down when her criminal parents invite an outsider to join them on a major heist they're planning.'Kajillionaire' is an utterly unpredictable and heart-wrenching comedy drama with an exceptional turn from Evan Rachel Wood.
- DirectorJason WolinerStarsSacha Baron CohenMaria BakalovaTom HanksBorat returns to America from Kazakhstan to America, this time to reveal more about the American culture, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the political elections.'Borat Subsequent Moviefilm' is a bold and outrageous return trip once again well delivered by a hilarious and unapologetic Sacha Baron Cohen.
- DirectorGlen KeaneJohn KahrsStarsGlen KeaneBrycen HallRuthie Ann MilesIn this animated musical, a girl builds a rocket ship and blasts off, hoping to meet a mythical moon goddess.'Over the Moon' is an enjoyable family animated feature filled with splashy visuals, a big-hearted story and a couple sort-of-show stopping musical numbers.
- DirectorSofia CoppolaStarsBill MurrayRashida JonesMarlon WayansA young mother reconnects with her larger-than-life playboy father on an adventure through New York.'On the Rocks' is a gentle, uncompromising and entertaining comedy drama which deserves a watch especially for comedic superstar Murray's performance.
- DirectorRemi WeekesStarsSope DirisuWunmi MosakuMalaika Wakoli-AbigabaA refugee couple makes a harrowing escape from war-torn South Sudan, but then they struggle to adjust to their new life in an English town that has an evil lurking beneath the surface.'His House' is a thought provoking British horror that is both harrowing and intelligent.
- DirectorBrandon CronenbergStarsAndrea RiseboroughChristopher AbbottJennifer Jason LeighAn agent works for a secretive organization that uses brain-implant technology to inhabit other people's bodies - ultimately driving them to commit assassinations for high-paying clients.'Possessor' is a horrifying and bizarre masterpiece of style, tone, and visuals that deserves praise for its writing and direction.
- DirectorMax WinklerStarsCharlie HunnamJack O'ConnellNaheem GarciaTwo brothers try to escape their circumstances by travelling across the country for a no holds barred boxing match that becomes a fight for their lives.'Jungleland' is a strong character-driven drama which despite the absence of an original narrative works largely due to its superb direction and ensemble cast.
- DirectorChristopher LandonStarsVince VaughnKathryn NewtonCeleste O'ConnorAfter swapping bodies with a deranged serial killer, a high-school senior discovers that she has fewer than 24 hours before the change becomes permanent.'Freaky' is a blood-soaked hilarious horror film that provides big, broad, gruesome, scathing fun.
- DirectorThomas BezuchaStarsDiane LaneKevin CostnerKayli CarterA retired sheriff and his wife, grieving over the death of their son, set out to find their only grandson.'Let Him Go' is a slow burn yet gripping old fashioned thriller that is both well-acted and well-shot.
- DirectorAneesh ChagantyStarsSarah PaulsonKiera AllenSara SohnChloe, a teenager who is confined to a wheelchair, is homeschooled by her mother, Diane. Chloe soon becomes suspicious of her mother and begins to suspect that she may be harboring a dark secret.'Run' is an enjoyable nail-biting horror thriller which despite its formulaic concept deserves praise especially for its powerhouse performances.
- DirectorClea DuVallStarsKristen StewartMackenzie DavisMary SteenburgenA holiday romantic comedy that captures the range of emotions tied to wanting your family's acceptance, being true to yourself, and trying not to ruin Christmas.'Happiest Season' is a charming, funny and easy to watch holiday rom com that endearingly represents queer characters in a familiar format.
- DirectorJoel CrawfordStarsNicolas CageEmma StoneRyan ReynoldsThe prehistoric family the Croods are challenged by a rival family the Bettermans, who claim to be better and more evolved.'The Croods: A New Age' is a reasonably fun animated romp with enough humor and heart to make viewers of all ages laugh out loud and effectively justifies its existence.
- DirectorDavid FincherStarsGary OldmanAmanda SeyfriedLily Collins1930s Hollywood is re-evaluated through the eyes of scathing social critic and alcoholic screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish the screenplay of Citizen Kane (1941).'Mank' is a deeply personal, electrifying, and entertaining effort from director David Fincher that leaves one hell of a mark.
- DirectorDarius MarderStarsRiz AhmedOlivia CookePaul RaciA heavy metal drummer's life is turned upside down when he begins to lose his hearing and he must confront a future filled with silence.'Sound of Metal' is a spellbinding dramatic experience uplifted but its stellar technical aspects and Riz Ahmed's electrifying performance.
- DirectorRyan MurphyStarsMeryl StreepJames CordenNicole KidmanA troupe of hilariously self-obsessed theater stars swarm into a small conservative Indiana town in support of a high-school girl who wants to take her girlfriend to the prom.'The Prom' is an exhilarating cheesy and basic yet enjoyable musical that is colorful, self-aware, and presents a very worthwhile message.
- DirectorPatty JenkinsStarsGal GadotChris PineKristen WiigDiana must contend with a colleague, and with a businessman whose desire for extreme wealth sends the world down a path of destruction, after an ancient artifact that grants wishes goes missing.'Wonder Woman 1984' is a big and bold escapist superhero film that delivers on being a heartfelt, fun, action-packed big screen entertainment.
- DirectorPaul W.S. AndersonStarsMilla JovovichTony JaaRon PerlmanWhen Cpt. Artemis and her loyal soldiers are transported to a new world, they engage in a desperate battle for survival against enormous enemies with incredible powers. Feature film based on the video game by Capcom.'Monster Hunter' is a big dumb blockbuster created to provide escapism entertainment irrespective of anything else.
- DirectorGeorge C. WolfeStarsViola DavisChadwick BosemanGlynn TurmanTensions rise when trailblazing blues singer Ma Rainey and her band gather at a recording studio in Chicago in 1927.'Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom' is an enduring and relevant drama uplifted by Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman's award worthy performances.
- DirectorPete DocterKemp PowersStarsJamie FoxxTina FeyGraham NortonJoe is a middle-school band teacher whose life hasn't quite gone the way he expected. His true passion is jazz. But when he travels to another realm to help someone find their passion, he soon discovers what it means to have soul.'Soul' is yet another ambitious and exemplary Pixar feature which while being funny, delightful, and complex also manages to provide a rich story for all ages.
- DirectorKelly ReichardtStarsAlia ShawkatJohn MagaroDylan SmithA skilled cook has traveled west and joined a group of fur trappers in Oregon, though he only finds true connection with a Chinese immigrant also seeking his fortune. Soon the two collaborate on a successful business.'First Cow' is an excellent indie western that is both charming and ruthless.
- DirectorEmerald FennellStarsCarey MulliganBo BurnhamAlison BrieNothing in Cassie's life is what it appears to be - she's wickedly smart, tantalizingly cunning, and she's living a secret double life. Now, an unexpected encounter is about to give Cassie a chance to right the wrongs from the past.'Promising Young Woman' is an excellent confrontational tale of revenge and retribution with escalating suspense and humor.
- DirectorJustin BensonAaron MoorheadStarsAnthony MackieJamie DornanKatie AseltonTwo New Orleans paramedics' lives are ripped apart after they encounter a series of horrific deaths linked to a designer drug with bizarre, otherworldly effects.'Synchronic' is a refreshingly heartfelt time-travel thriller that both smart and inventive.
- DirectorPaul GreengrassStarsTom HanksHelena ZengelTom AstorA Civil War veteran agrees to deliver a girl taken by the Kiowa people years ago to her aunt and uncle against her will. They travel hundreds of miles and face grave dangers as they search for a place that either can call home.'News of the World' is a gritty yet gorgeous Western with a soulful message and an emotional core.
- DirectorRegina KingStarsKingsley Ben-AdirEli GoreeAldis HodgeA fictional account of one incredible night where icons Muhammad Ali, Malcolm X, Sam Cooke, and Jim Brown gathered discussing their roles in the Civil Rights Movement and cultural upheaval of the 60s.'One Night in Miami' is a triumphant directorial debut from Regina King, that is not only just entertaining and provocative but also a stunning portrait of four American icons.
- DirectorBarnaby ThompsonStarsOlivia CookeFra FeeRory Fleck ByrneTo avenge her mother's death, Pixie masterminds a heist but must flee across Ireland from gangsters, take on the patriarchy, and choose her own destiny.'Pixie' is a fun and entertaining crime caper with a strong ensemble cast.
- DirectorJulia HartStarsRachel BrosnahanMarsha Stephanie BlakeArinzé KeneIn this 1970s set crime drama, a woman is forced to go on the run after her husband betrays his partners, sending her and her baby on a dangerous journey.'I’m Your Woman' is an unconventional crime drama that is equally thrilling and emotionally affecting without resorting to reductive tropes.