2016 has been a fantastic year for movies, gathering the likes of independent cinema, prequels and sequels, and re-imaginings, alongside original Hollywood offerings, together on the silver screen; from an all-female Ghostbusters, Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice and Captain America: Civil War, to Deadpool, Jason Bourne, Finding Dory, and Zootopia, cinemagoers have been given more than their fair share of top titles during the last nine months, and there are still plenty more fantastic films to go this year. Indeed, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Warcraft, Assassins Creed, and Resident Evil: The Final Chapter have yet to be released. This year, it seems, has been one for sequels and franchises, although there have been some great standalone movies too.
So, what of 2017? The build-up to next year has already started, with film buffs treated to all sorts of delights by way of teaser, trailer, and pre-release posters. If these are anything to go by next year is going to be a dazzling one, and wed like to share some of that anticipation with you…
What we can expect from cinema in 2017: The year at a glance…
The following movies, as you will notice, cover a wide spectrum to ensure that theres something for everyone to look forward to, including franchise offerings, family viewing, and adaptations. Please do let us know what youre most excited about in the comments section below.
Justice League and Wonder Woman
Following hot on the heels of Batman V Superman and other comic book adaptations that have taken the world by storm, and standing shoulder to shoulder with Wonder Woman, which is also released next year, Justice League faces a battle against the critics who have so far panned its predecessors. The studio has promised fast-paced action, the development of familiar characters, and a few surprises, although well have to wait until next November to see whats delivered by either title.
Mollys Game
Hollywood stalwart Aaron Sorkin, writer of The Social Network and TV series The West Wing, amongst others, is back in 2017 with another potential hit on his hands. Adapted from the memoirs of Molly Bloom, a ski star-turned-entrepreneur-turned-poker-mogul, Mollys Game follows the career highs and lows of the titular character as she attempts to make a name for herself in the world of high stakes poker. Starring Idris Elba and Jessica Chastain, and featuring card games aplenty, appearances by the FBI and IRS, and some of the worlds most beautiful people, Mollys Game will no doubt be a thinker. To follow the action, it might be a good idea to brush up on how to play poker before you go to see the film.
Dunkirk
Due for release in July of next year Dunkirk is bound to feature highly on the summer blockbuster radar. Starring Kenneth Branagh, Tom Hardy, Mark Rylance, and Harry Styles the movie centers round the evacuation of allied troops from the beaches and harbor of Dunkirk, France in 1940; a war epic of epic proportions, no doubt. Directed by Chris Nolan, Dunkirk promises to deliver an emotional punch, as well as sterling performances and dramatic cinematography – definitely one to watch.
Fast 8
Following Paul Walkers sad passing in 2013 some wondered if the Fast franchise had what it took to continue without him. However, three years later were on the brink of movie 8 in the series, and can only surmise what it has in store for us. No plot has been released yet, although insiders have revealed that New York will feature, while Charlize Theron is set to be the movies new big bad. The series has had its critics in the past, but were sure die-hard Fast fans will be just as enthralled by this offering.
Star Wars: Episode VIII
Following the cliffhanger that ended Star Wars: Episode VII, next years instalment is bound to draw in the crowds; indeed, its already one of 2017s most hotly anticipated titles and 2016 isnt even over yet. If the Force Awakens set the scene and introduced the characters, then the as-yet-unnamed Episode VIII will dive straight in. Will we find out about Reys parentage, or see a softer side to Kylo Ren? We have a long wait yet…
Other movies that we can expect next year include the long-awaited T2: Trainspotting 2, Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 2, a new Thor film, tantalizingly titled Ragnarok, The Lego Batman Movie, Pitch Perfect 3, and a live-action re-telling of Beauty and the Beast, as well as Despicable Me 3, dozens of as-yet-unnamed projects, and plenty of offerings that were no doubt yet to hear about. Are you excited for 2017? We sure are!
You must be logged in to post a comment.