The Summer movie season has already started with the Amazing Spiderman 2 hitting the theatres earlier this May. Most of you might have seen it and maybe are wondering why did an actor like Jamie Foxx agree to be Electro? Neverthless, there is a huge load of movies coming your way. So which ones to see and which not to. Well, I decided to help you guys with this. This is a movie guide for you covering everything right from the box office giants to the art house curious and everything in between. Mark the important dates for the next 3 months.
1. How to Train your Dragon 2
Anyone who has seen the 1st part will be super excited to see this. The 1st part is perhaps the only animated film in the last few years to be super awesome and not come from Disney/Pixar. The fact that this DreamWorks sequel is premiering (out of competition) at Cannes says a lot about the runaway success of its predecessor, which was applauded by critics for its superb animation and easy comedy. Jay Baruchel is back as the neurotic Hiccup, racked with self-doubt about assuming the chieftainship of his island and faced with dragon-haters, dragon-whisperers (enter Cate Blanchett) and, of course, an array of actual dragons, including one that breathes ice. Early footage screenings suggest that this is a film that should make rival studio Pixar a little anxious.
2. Guardians of the Galaxy
With the coolest trailer I have seen in 2014 and an extension of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this is my most anticipated original move this year. When Guardians of the Galaxy's first trailer landed, the internet exploded. This will be a major hit with audiences with its unique characters and great comedic elements. Chris Pratt looks like the perfect Star-Lord and with additional leads including a very green Zoe Saldana, a very blue Karen Gillan, a very tree-like Vin Diesel, Dave Bautista and two-time Academy Award nominee Bradley Cooper voicing a machine gun-wielding Raccoon. I am in love with the rock music that plays at the end of the trailer. This looks like another winner for Marvel.
3. X Men Days of the future past
X men series is probably as loved as the Marvel Avengers series, although X Men has never managed to collect the enviable money Marvel Cinematic Universe does. Still Bryan Singer's original trilogy is loved universally. And X men First Class is said to be the best X men movie. Who doesn't want to see a mix of both together. With a cast that could fill a cruise liner, X-Men: Days of Future Past is one of our most anticipated movies of the summer. And with Jennifer Lawrence as Mystique in a predominant role in this movie, I really can't see this movie doing less than Captain America 2 and Amazing Spiderman 2. After all it is Bryan Singer who directs this.
4. 22 Jump Street
21 Jump street is probably the funniest comedy film I have seen in the past few years and who doesn't want a sequel? 21 Jump Street was a massive comedic hit in 2012, so Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum are getting back together for a sequel just two years after the original film adaptation.Channing tatum is there again. Jonah Hill is there again. Why would you miss this? Are you insane?
5. Neighbours
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Seth Rogen comedies are classic. And the trailer for Neighbours has been marketed well, appealing to everyone. Plus with Zac Efron and Rose Bryne this movie aims to bring the female audience in the theatre who probabaly are not that excited about Seth rogen's kind of comedy. The story is shown quite nicely in the trailer and the Family vs Fraternity conflict is very well shown everywhere. It looks to be giving a tough competition to Spiderman 2 for the top spot this weekend.
6. Edge of Tomorrow
No summer is complete without a Tom Cruise Film. And this year is Edge of Tomorrow a sci fi dystopian action film. The trailer reminds us of so many previous films- Groundhog day, Elysium, Battle Los angeles and even Avatar. But it is Emily Blunt with her unique accent who puts me in line for this film.
7. Jupiter Acending
The always-interesting Wachowski siblings(The Matrix) write and direct an epic sci-fi adventure about a young woman (Mila Kunis) who is sentenced to death by one of the most powerful ruling dynasties in the universe. Mila Kunis stars as a lowly cleaner from earth with a great Galactic destiny, while Channing Tatum pops up as an interplanetary warrior with funny ears. This has bucketloads of potential but the Wachowskis’ last film, Cloud Atlas, split audiences right down the middle and this looks as if it could be equally polarising.
8. Dawn Of the Planet of the Apes
It was a pleasant surprise for everyone when Rise of the Planet of the Apes turned out extremely good back in 2011. It is still liked today. The Rise of the Planet of the Apes sequel's promotion has been incredible and the cast is even better this time which includes titans like Gary Oldman and Keri Russell. The film's story takes place 15 years after Caesar first went into the forest and now he's gathering his ape crew to take over the rest of the city where a small group of humans are struggling to survive. Hail Caesar!!
9. Godzilla
More than the monster, who keeps playing hide and seek in the trailer people are excited to see Bryan Cranston coming off after the supremely popular Breaking Bad. The trailer has made this movie a must see summer event of the year. What's particularly interesting here is that Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Elizabeth Oslen play husband and wife in Godzilla, but they'll be playing the brother and sister duo Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch in The Avengers: The Age of Ultron. Their chemistry in Godzilla will be something to keep an eye on. It is also being suggested that there is not 1 Godzilla, there are multiple monsters. Nice move, Hollywood!!
10. A million ways to die in the west
Write, director, producer, actor, Oscar Host Seth Mcfalarane can do no wrong it seems. Family Guy and AMerican Dad are running even today. Ted became the highest grossing R rated comedy film ever. And now with Charlize Theron in the very funny trailer set in the west he presents A million Ways to die in the West. I am super excited.
P.s- Liam Neeson is also there
11. Maleficient
Angelina Jolie stars in Disney's live-action telling of the Sleeping Beauty legend, from the point of view of its iconic villain.
And it looks like Jolie and her cheekbones are perfectly cast. More than that this marks the directorial debut of Oscar winning art director from Avatar and Alice In wonderland. Expect stunning visuals and sets. With Lana Del Rey's incredibly spooky cover of the beloved Once Upon a Dream, Disney has nailed this villainous adaptation. If Maleficent is even half as good as it looks, I expect it to be a massive hit at the box office and an even bigger hit with fans of the tale.
12. Chef
Robert Downey Junior is there. Scarlett Johansson is there. Jon Favreau is here. No this not Iron Man again. Star director Jon Favreau is back to his roots making indies like he did before Iron Man happened. He plays a Chef who opens a food cart and how he wins over the people through his appetizing food. Lots of guest appearances, another noteworthy name is Sofia Vergara.
13. Transformers Age of the Extinction
The last transformers made a billion dollars back in 2011 and I see no reason for this being unable to reach there. Shia LeBlauf is out and Mark Whalberg is in. Another Billion Dollars, Specially from China. We cant wait to see Optimus Prime ride on top of a mechanical T-Rex. And secretly, we think you do too - plus we don't have to hear Shia Labeouf say "No no no no no no no no, Optimus!" in almost every scene.
14. Deliver us from evil
The only horror film in this list. NY police officer (Eric Bana), joins forces with an unconventional priest (Edgar Ramirez), schooled in the rituals of exorcism, to combat the possessions that are terrorizing their city. Thriller, Mystery Horror. Superexcited.
15. Lucy
Scarlett Johannason is again here after the critically and boxoffice acclaimed Captain America 2. ScarJo plays Black widow without actually being Black Widow. With elements of alien life and female action thrown in , this is probably the most original film this summer that can actually do well. Plus there's Morgan Freeman
16. Sex Tape
Ten years and two kids after, a couple decides to add a little spice to married life by making a very private video of themselves. Unfortunately, it doesn't stay private for long, setting them off on a race to reclaim their video and their dignity. A funny trailer with Cameron Diaz and Jason Segel both extremely popular, this is sure shot hit.
17. Tammy
Superfunny Melissa McCarthy stars in a comedy that she co-wrote, about a down-on-her-luck woman who after losing her job and learning her husband has been cheating on her decides to clear her head by hitting the road with her hard-drinking granny (Susan Sarandon). Funny trailer.
18. The fault in our stars
Shailene Woodley is on the rise and she's playing one of the most beloved characters in sixteen year-old Hazel Grace who is a tear-grenade about to make us all bawl our eyes out this summer. Woodley is an incredible actress and the film's adaptation should be nothing short of amazing. Shailene Woodley stars as a teenaged cancer patient who finds unexpected romance in this teen-oriented tearjerker. This popular book adaptation is sure to find its audience in younger people.
19. Hercules
Dwayne Johnson plays the legendary Greek demigod, who is recruited by the King of Thrace and his daughter to defeat a ruthless warlord. And nowadays whatever Rock touches turns Gold. So fingers crossed.
20. The Giver
This is long-awaited adaptation of Lois Lowry' beloved 1994 young adult novel, a young man named Jonas discovers the disturbing secrets behind the world of calm conformity in which he lives. Jeff Bridges and Meryl Streep co-star.
