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Last Night in Soho (2021)
September 25th
Of course the new Edgar Wright film would top my list. It could be about anything and it'd top my list.
Of course the new Edgar Wright film would top my list. It could be about anything and it'd top my list.
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No release date yet
Synchronic was on my list last year, but it only screened at festivals. I trust that someone will release it this year, and hope that it's the film that finally allows Benson & Moorhead to cross over into a bigger following so I can stop having to wait so long to watch them.
Synchronic was on my list last year, but it only screened at festivals. I trust that someone will release it this year, and hope that it's the film that finally allows Benson & Moorhead to cross over into a bigger following so I can stop having to wait so long to watch them.
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Malignant (2020)
August 14th
James Wan finally returns to horror. I'll be there with bells on.
James Wan finally returns to horror. I'll be there with bells on.
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6.3
November 20th
I've been looking forward to this ever since the post-credits scene in Kong: Skull Island. The kiddo wants to see this too, though probably not as much as I do. If they do right by the titular battle then I may see this more than once.
I've been looking forward to this ever since the post-credits scene in Kong: Skull Island. The kiddo wants to see this too, though probably not as much as I do. If they do right by the titular battle then I may see this more than once.
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6.6
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Deerskin (2019) (2019)
March 20th
My long-time friends and followers know that I'm down with whatever weirdness Quentin Dupieux cooks up. Hopefully it manages to find a spot at a theatre here so I can watch it on the big screen.
My long-time friends and followers know that I'm down with whatever weirdness Quentin Dupieux cooks up. Hopefully it manages to find a spot at a theatre here so I can watch it on the big screen.
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No release date yet
I'll watch anything Guillermo del Toro does at this point. While Nightmare Alley isn't under way yet it's supposed to be out this year. Perhaps in time for awards consideration.
I'll watch anything Guillermo del Toro does at this point. While Nightmare Alley isn't under way yet it's supposed to be out this year. Perhaps in time for awards consideration.
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7.1
The Invisible Man (2020)
February 28th
Between Leigh Whannell directing and Elisabeth Moss starring I'm 100% ready for this one. If nothing else I'm sure it'll be better than the version we were supposed to get with Johnny Depp (RIP Dark Universe, we hardly knew ye).
Between Leigh Whannell directing and Elisabeth Moss starring I'm 100% ready for this one. If nothing else I'm sure it'll be better than the version we were supposed to get with Johnny Depp (RIP Dark Universe, we hardly knew ye).
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Candyman (2021)
June 12th
The fact that Jordan Peele co-wrote this one has my anticipation for it very high. I'm looking forward to whatever they've come up with.
The fact that Jordan Peele co-wrote this one has my anticipation for it very high. I'm looking forward to whatever they've come up with.
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5.5
6.1
The Lovebirds (2020)
April 3rd
Michael Showalter directing with Kumail Nanjiani in a comedic murder mystery? I'm there.
Michael Showalter directing with Kumail Nanjiani in a comedic murder mystery? I'm there.
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5.9
6.5
Next Goal Wins (2023)
No release date yet
In Taika we trust, even if the subject matter (soccer) isn't something I care much about.
In Taika we trust, even if the subject matter (soccer) isn't something I care much about.
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Unleashing the Demons (2019)
No release date yet
OK, so first off I've kinda seen this already. PvtCaboose91 hooked me up with it and I watched it last July. But then circumstances required him to go back and do some additional work on it, so there's another version coming out this year. As much as I enjoyed the previous version I can't wait to see how it turns out this time around.
OK, so first off I've kinda seen this already. PvtCaboose91 hooked me up with it and I watched it last July. But then circumstances required him to go back and do some additional work on it, so there's another version coming out this year. As much as I enjoyed the previous version I can't wait to see how it turns out this time around.
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7.2
7.6
January 10th
The cast is enough to get me to check this out. And I won't have to wait too long to do so either.
The cast is enough to get me to check this out. And I won't have to wait too long to do so either.
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6.7
6.7
March 27th
I caught the first 45 seconds of the trailer and decided that was enough to make me want to see this. Here's hoping it lives up to that promise.
I caught the first 45 seconds of the trailer and decided that was enough to make me want to see this. Here's hoping it lives up to that promise.
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7.2
7.5
Promising Young Woman (2020)
April 17th
The premise of this is very intriguing to me, and the cast includes several people I dig. So yeah, I'll seek it out.
The premise of this is very intriguing to me, and the cast includes several people I dig. So yeah, I'll seek it out.
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5.4
5.4
Wonder Woman 1984 (2020)
June 5th
I loved Wonder Woman, and since Patty Jenkins is directing this one I'll definitely watch it.
I loved Wonder Woman, and since Patty Jenkins is directing this one I'll definitely watch it.
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6.5
6.7
Black Widow (2021)
May 1st
I shouldn't even need to explain this one.
I shouldn't even need to explain this one.
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5.3
December 18th
If you saw Dolemite Is My Name then you know why I'm looking forward to another team-up between director Craig Brewer and Eddie Murphy. If you didn't see that film, well, head to Netflix and watch it now.
If you saw Dolemite Is My Name then you know why I'm looking forward to another team-up between director Craig Brewer and Eddie Murphy. If you didn't see that film, well, head to Netflix and watch it now.
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7.3
April 10th
I don't need to even say anything, do I? Let's just hope this winds up being one of the better entries for Daniel Craig, especially if he's bowing out after this one.
I don't need to even say anything, do I? Let's just hope this winds up being one of the better entries for Daniel Craig, especially if he's bowing out after this one.
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March 20th
A Quiet Place was a pleasant surprise, and with Krasinski and most of the cast returning I'll definitely give it a look.
A Quiet Place was a pleasant surprise, and with Krasinski and most of the cast returning I'll definitely give it a look.
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6.5
7.1
Free Guy (2021)
July 3rd
The premise of this is super fun, and the kiddo is excited for it, so we'll see it as soon as possible.
The premise of this is super fun, and the kiddo is excited for it, so we'll see it as soon as possible.
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7.5
8
June 19th
This year we're getting two original Pixar films, and I'm very content with that. Here's hoping they're both worth seeing. From what I've read about the two films I'm more interested in Soul than Onward, but I'll definitely see both.
This year we're getting two original Pixar films, and I'm very content with that. Here's hoping they're both worth seeing. From what I've read about the two films I'm more interested in Soul than Onward, but I'll definitely see both.
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6.5
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February 7th
I wasn't in love with Goodnight Mommy, but it was good enough that I'm very curious to see what its directors do here. Plus I have a weak spot for Riley Keough.
I wasn't in love with Goodnight Mommy, but it was good enough that I'm very curious to see what its directors do here. Plus I have a weak spot for Riley Keough.
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5.2
5.5
October 16th
David Gordon Green returns after directing the best Halloween in ages. Of course I'll give it a shot.
David Gordon Green returns after directing the best Halloween in ages. Of course I'll give it a shot.
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6.3
Eternals (2021)
November 6th
It's a new film in the MCU, so of course I'm going to watch this as soon as possible.
It's a new film in the MCU, so of course I'm going to watch this as soon as possible.
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Antebellum (2020)
April 24th
Rumor has it this will be excellent, but there's nothing else really drawing me to it, which is why it's down here and not higher up the list.
Rumor has it this will be excellent, but there's nothing else really drawing me to it, which is why it's down here and not higher up the list.
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5.9
Antlers (2021)
April 17th
I've seen a little of the trailer for this and was not impressed at all. Supposedly it's better than the trailers suggest though, so I reserve the right to change my mind about it.
I've seen a little of the trailer for this and was not impressed at all. Supposedly it's better than the trailers suggest though, so I reserve the right to change my mind about it.
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Artemis Fowl (2020)
May 29th
From what I saw of the trailer this one looks like it'll be a good time, and the kiddo is 100% on board for it. I haven't read any of the books it's based on, however, so while I'm curious to check it out my excitement levels aren't high.
From what I saw of the trailer this one looks like it'll be a good time, and the kiddo is 100% on board for it. I haven't read any of the books it's based on, however, so while I'm curious to check it out my excitement levels aren't high.
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February 7th
Suicide Squad was a trainwreck, but Margot Robbie was NOT the reason for that. Still this one seems like it could go either way, especially since February tends to be a dumping ground for films nobody should watch. I might check it out, but my expectations are being kept low.
Suicide Squad was a trainwreck, but Margot Robbie was NOT the reason for that. Still this one seems like it could go either way, especially since February tends to be a dumping ground for films nobody should watch. I might check it out, but my expectations are being kept low.
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5.7
Chaos Walking (2021)
No release date yet
Doug Liman directing, Charlie Kaufman co-wrote the script, and Cynthia Erivo is part of the cast. Definitely curious about this one.
Doug Liman directing, Charlie Kaufman co-wrote the script, and Cynthia Erivo is part of the cast. Definitely curious about this one.
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February 21
On the one hand it's Jane Austen, whose work I'm not a fan of. On the other hand it's Anya Taylor-Joy who has yet to make a film that wasn't worth watching. So I'm on the fence for this one.
On the one hand it's Jane Austen, whose work I'm not a fan of. On the other hand it's Anya Taylor-Joy who has yet to make a film that wasn't worth watching. So I'm on the fence for this one.
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6.4
7.1
July 10th
Look, we don't need another Ghostbusters movie. And yet the trailer for this one looks like it'll be a good time. If nothing else it looks more entertaining to me than the previous attempt to revive the franchise. Oh, and the kiddo wants to see it so I'll have to take her.
Look, we don't need another Ghostbusters movie. And yet the trailer for this one looks like it'll be a good time. If nothing else it looks more entertaining to me than the previous attempt to revive the franchise. Oh, and the kiddo wants to see it so I'll have to take her.
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5.5
January 31st
Oz Perkins has shown talent but I haven't been fully on board with his previous work. I'm thinking he's just not my taste. But I'm seeing some good buzz for this one so curiosity may win out.
Oz Perkins has shown talent but I haven't been fully on board with his previous work. I'm thinking he's just not my taste. But I'm seeing some good buzz for this one so curiosity may win out.
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No release date yet
New Charlie Kaufman will always catch my interest, but I'm waiting to find out more before deciding whether to see it.
New Charlie Kaufman will always catch my interest, but I'm waiting to find out more before deciding whether to see it.
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4.1
4.3
The Last Thing He Wanted (2020)
No release date yet
Dee Rees' follow-up to Mudbound was on my list last year but didn't get released. It's expected to hit Netflix in 2020.
Dee Rees' follow-up to Mudbound was on my list last year but didn't get released. It's expected to hit Netflix in 2020.
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6.8
No release date yet
David Fincher hasn't made a movie in a while, so I'm curious to see what he comes up with here. Plus Gary Oldman is the lead, which piques my interest.
David Fincher hasn't made a movie in a while, so I'm curious to see what he comes up with here. Plus Gary Oldman is the lead, which piques my interest.
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5.6
6.3
My Spy (2020)
March 13th
The kiddo and I have already agreed we're watching My Spy when it comes out. We were looking forward to seeing it last year before it got bumped. Hopefully the bump isn't a bad sign.
The kiddo and I have already agreed we're watching My Spy when it comes out. We were looking forward to seeing it last year before it got bumped. Hopefully the bump isn't a bad sign.
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4.8
5.3
April 3rd
The fact this has been delayed so many times suggests it won't be worth bothering with at this point. And yet I'm still holding out hope it'll be good. We'll find out soon enough.
The fact this has been delayed so many times suggests it won't be worth bothering with at this point. And yet I'm still holding out hope it'll be good. We'll find out soon enough.
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5.2
5.3
The Rhythm Section (2020)
I really want a Blake Lively action flick to be good, but the only thing the trailer has sold me on is the cover of "Where Did You Sleep Last Night". Waiting for reviews before I decide whether to check it out or let it pass me by.
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7.4
July 17th
I know, I know, Christopher Nolan. I may watch it, but then again I still haven't seen Dunkirk.
I know, I know, Christopher Nolan. I may watch it, but then again I still haven't seen Dunkirk.
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8.4
June 26th
Belated sequels are rarely a good idea, especially one for a film that was merely good. But I've spent the past few years learning to trust in Tom Cruise when it comes to action movies, so I'll probably wind up seeing this.
Belated sequels are rarely a good idea, especially one for a film that was merely good. But I've spent the past few years learning to trust in Tom Cruise when it comes to action movies, so I'll probably wind up seeing this.
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You'd think I'd be excited for this, but nope
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September 11th
Replacing James Wan with the guy that made La Llorona which everyone who saw it said had zero scares? (I skipped it, the trailers told me it'd suck.) Not interested. The only way I'm seeing this is if the reviews are stellar across the board, and I have zero hope of that happening. Besides, why waste time on this when both Wan and Leigh Whannell have horror movies of their own being released this year?
Replacing James Wan with the guy that made La Llorona which everyone who saw it said had zero scares? (I skipped it, the trailers told me it'd suck.) Not interested. The only way I'm seeing this is if the reviews are stellar across the board, and I have zero hope of that happening. Besides, why waste time on this when both Wan and Leigh Whannell have horror movies of their own being released this year?
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7.8
The Gentlemen (2019)
January 24th
I miss caring about Guy Ritchie's films, but he's done nothing in over a decade to justify my putting faith in him again. The trailers for this look awful, which is sad given how much of the cast I'm a fan of.
I miss caring about Guy Ritchie's films, but he's done nothing in over a decade to justify my putting faith in him again. The trailers for this look awful, which is sad given how much of the cast I'm a fan of.
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September 18th
The first film was fine. The second one wore out its welcome. Zero interest in another film in this franchise, no matter how many more Matthew Vaughn directs.
The first film was fine. The second one wore out its welcome. Zero interest in another film in this franchise, no matter how many more Matthew Vaughn directs.
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July 31st
I wish I could say I'm on board with this Sony franchise of Spider-Man characters, but casting Jared Leto as Morbius doesn't sit right with me. Also, Venom was barely worth sitting through. So odds are I'll sit this one out, or if I watch it at all it'll be at home long after it's left theatres.
I wish I could say I'm on board with this Sony franchise of Spider-Man characters, but casting Jared Leto as Morbius doesn't sit right with me. Also, Venom was barely worth sitting through. So odds are I'll sit this one out, or if I watch it at all it'll be at home long after it's left theatres.
The title should be self-explanatory, and my friends and followers know I do this every year. List subject to change as I become aware of more new releases as the year progresses. Release date details are as of 1/4/2020 courtesy of IMDb (I assume that means either US or worldwide release on these dates), and should they change I'll probably forget to update them (in which case I apologize now).
Much like last year I've given up on including trailers. As a reminder that's because: 1. They cause the list to load slowly, and sometimes they stop working or disappear entirely. 2. I don't want to feel obligated to return to this list to add more trailers as they're released. 3. I'm finding that more and more I'd rather go into a movie without seeing a trailer at all so my expectations are not misplaced.
Much like last year I've given up on including trailers. As a reminder that's because: 1. They cause the list to load slowly, and sometimes they stop working or disappear entirely. 2. I don't want to feel obligated to return to this list to add more trailers as they're released. 3. I'm finding that more and more I'd rather go into a movie without seeing a trailer at all so my expectations are not misplaced.
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