Get ready to break out the popcorn because 2020 is shaping up to be another great year for film! 🍿
With some fierce females leading the charge in some of our most anticipated releases, we are already planning our next girls night at the movies. Check out some of our must-sees and let us know in the comments what movie you can’t wait to see.
BIRDS OF PREY (AND THE FANTABULOUS EMANCIPATION OF ONE HARLEY QUINN)
In cinemas February
Margot Robbie reprises her iconic Suicide Squad role in this DC Extended Universe actioner. Written and directed by women (Christina Hodson and Cathy Yan respectively), Birds of Prey sees female characters joining forces against a Gotham City crime lord.
After parting ways with The Joker, Harley Quinn (Robbie) teams up with Black Canary (Jurnee Smollett-Bell, TV’s Underground), Huntress (Mary Elizabeth Winstead, 10 Cloverfield Lane) and Renee Montoya (Oscar nominee Rosie Perez, Fearless) to rescue a little girl (Ella Jay Basco in her feature debut) from Black Mask (Ewan McGregor).
THE INVISIBLE MAN
In cinemas February
A new take on The Invisible Man (from the H.G. Wells novel and 1933 Universal Studios horror classic), starring Elisabeth Moss.
After her abusive ex-boyfriend commits suicide, naïve Cecilia (Moss) begins to rebuild her life. But she questions her grip on reality when she begins to suspect her ex is not so dead. From Australian director Leigh Whannell, maker of 2018’s Upgrade.
MULAN
In cinemas March
Liu Yifei (The Forbidden Kingdom) defends China from Northern invaders in this live-action remake of the 1998 Disney animated film. Directed by Niki Caro (Whale Rider) and co-starring Jet Li, Donnie Yen and The Meg’s Yoson An as Cheng Honghui.
When the Emperor of China issues a decree that one man per family must serve in the Imperial Army to defend the country from Northern invaders, Hua Mulan, the eldest daughter of an honored warrior, steps in to take the place of her ailing father. Masquerading as a man, Hua Jun, she is tested every step of the way and must harness her inner strength and embrace her true potential. It is an epic journey that will transform her into an honoured warrior and earn her the respect of a grateful nation…and a proud father.
A QUIET PLACE PART II
In cinemas March
Director John Krasinski follows-up his 2018 post-apocalyptic horror hit, which pitted Earth’s last remaining souls against fierce extraterrestrials with sensational hearing. Emily Blunt reprises her role as Eveyln, she is joined by new cast members Cillian Murphy and Djimon Hounsou.
After the deadly attack on their home, the Abbots (Blunt, Millicent Simmonds and Noah Jupe) hit the road in search of safety. Travelling into unknown territory, they soon find out that the aliens that hunt with their ears aren’t the only threats they will have to face.
BLACK WIDOW
In cinemas April
Scarlett Johansson is Natasha Romanoff AKA Black Widow in this Marvel superhero movie set after the events of Captain America: Civil War. Directed by Cate Shortland (Somersault).
THE WOMAN IN THE WINDOW
In cinemas May
Amy Adams and Gary Oldman star in this whodunnit based on A.J. Finn’s novel. Directed by Joe Wright (Atonement), with a script from Tracy Letts.
An agoraphobic woman living alone in New York City witnesses a disturbing act of violence while spying on her neighbours out her window.
LOVEBIRDS
In cinemas May
Little’s Issa Rae joins Kumail Nanjiani, who reteams with The Big Sick director Michael Showalter, in this romantic comedy meets murder mystery.
A couple on the brink of breaking up find themselves embroiled in a bizarre murder mystery and must find a way to keep their relationship together long enough to clear their names.
WONDER WOMAN 1984
In cinemas June
Wonder Woman is up against Cheetah (Kristen Wiig) in the 80s-set sequel to the 2017 DC superhero hit, which sees director Patty Jenkins and stars Gal Gadot and Chris Pine return.
IN THE HEIGHTS
In cinemas June
Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians) directs this feature adaption of the Tony-winning Broadway stage play by Lin-Manuel Miranda (who co-stars).
A Washington Heights, New York bodega owner (Anthony Ramos, A Star is Born) is unsure about closing shop and returning to his native Dominican Republic after receiving an inheritance.
Written by Chrissy Thompson
A massive fan of a sing-along and dancing in the rain, Chrissy is an incredible artist who usually has a sketch pad in hand. A lover of nature, she spends her weekends hiking with her partner, taking pictures of her adorable pug Rosie and learning a new skill.
Favourite fashion and decor style: Boho-chic
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