Half-year movie round up for 2018
- By atmnl
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- 20 Jun, 2018
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The month of June reminds us that we're almost halfway through the year already! How are you holding up? Can you already say this is a good year? Or are you just about to start something big and spectacular?
Let's take it from the filmmakers and actors who made it through the first half of the year. We mean, just take it from Infinity War -- yes, we are all affected by that big Thanos film. Take note: it's all year round! So just think about it. Without holiday back, the movie industry was able to release kick-ass films that left many moviegoers wondering and asking for more!
After the huge success of the Avengers: Infinity War, lots of people (ahem, including us!) are still wondering if there is another film that could live up to that and technically, there is none (so far)! Perhaps until the second installment is released or another MCU/DCEU superhero is launched. 😉
For now, let atmnl give you a roundup of what you might have missed from the cinemas in the past few months.
JANUARY:
IMDB Overview: An Insurance Salesman/Ex-Cop is caught up in a criminal conspiracy during his daily commute home.
Main Cast: Liam Neeson, Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson
And to make it more enticing, the director Jaume Collet-Serra has been been directing Neeson since the movies 'Unknown', 'Non-Stop', and 'Run All Night' which means they both know the formula for action-filled movies!
IMDB Overview: In the epic finale to The Maze Runner Saga, Thomas leads his group of escaped Gladers on their final and most dangerous mission yet. To save their friends, they must break into the legendary last city, a WCKD controlled labyrinth that may turn out to be the deadliest maze of all.
Main Cast: Dylan O'Brien, Ki Hong Lee, Kaya Scodelario
Many youngsters looked forward to the movie but it was released in January so our theory is that most of their targets are focused on starting something new - like working or new endeavors - and watching a movie isn't that big of a priority. But it isn't too late! If you want to see a thriller-slash-sci-fi film that really follows its book counterpart, you've got to see this!
FEBRUARY:
Fifty Shades Freed
IMDB Overview: Anastasia and Christian get married, but Jack Hyde continues to threaten their relationship.Main Cast: Dakota Johnson, Jamie Dornan, Eric Johnson
Many movie goers would definitely agree that this is not a favorite film, but it holds a special place on our list simply because it is the finale of a very controversial and somehow badly reviewed adaptation. And with controversy, we just want you to see it and understand why.
MARCH:
Love, Simon
IMDB Overview: Simon Spier keeps a huge secret from his family, his friends, and all of his classmates: he's gay. When that secret is threatened, Simon must face everyone and come to terms with his identity.Main Cast: Nick Robinson, Jennifer Garner, Josh Duhamel, Katherine Langford
This coming-of-age romantic comedy film is said to be an excellent adaptation from the book of the same name. It's just so light and satisfying that it will make you believe that #LoveWins is more than just a hashtag. The charming characters and the story itself will surely make you happy that LGBTQ+ movies are being shown in theaters now.
Ready Player One
IMDB Overview: When the creator of a virtual reality world called the OASIS dies, he releases a video in which he challenges all OASIS users to find his Easter Egg, which will give the finder his fortune.Main Cast: Tye Sheridan, Olivia Cooke, Ben Mendelsohn
Spielberg was able to deliver his own spectacular visuals and capture the 80's nostalgia by using appropriate soundtracks and scenes with lots of Easter eggs. With awesome CGI, virtual game characters that we are familiar with, and of course a very timely story that has a deeper meaning, it is definitely an entertaining movie!
APRIL:
A Quiet Place
IMDB Overview: In a post-apocalyptic world, a family is forced to live in silence while hiding from monsters with ultra-sensitive hearing.Main Cast: Emily Blunt, John Krasinski, Millicent Simmonds
Costarring his wife, Emily Blunt, this was an exceptional film. A Quiet Place has a clever and innovative premise - the alien-style monsters can't see, but they have exceptional hearing so the humans in the film have to be almost wordless. Interested yet? Go see this now!
MAY:
Deadpool 2
IMDB Overview: Foul-mouthed mutant mercenary Wade Wilson (AKA. Deadpool), brings together a team of fellow mutant rogues to protect a young boy with supernatural abilities from the brutal, time-traveling cyborg, Cable.Main Cast: Ryan Reynolds, Josh Brolin, Morena Baccarin, Zazie Beetz
Deadpool 2 has a special spot for every IDGAF heart because of it's unique characters and anti-hero premise. Adding up to the fun and craziness of the movie are the members of X-Force and, of course, Cable! But please don't fall over heels for them right away. ;) We also have to warn you about how gory this movie is! Most of the scenes involve a lot of knives, swords and a ball point pen!
The Kissing Booth
IMDB Overview: A high school student is forced to confront her secret crush at a kissing booth.Main Cast: Joey King, Joel Courtney, Jacob Elordi
Some girls would definitely agree that this movie is so addictive! It will allow you to relive your romantic teenage girl fantasies. Too cliche? If you're not a fan of romcoms, you still have to give this movie a chance and watch it till the end! We're pretty sure you'll understand why this story written by 15-year-old Beth Reekles has a special spot on Netflix and in our hearts!
JUNE:
Oceans 8
IMDB Overview: Debbie Ocean gathers an all-female crew to attempt an impossible heist at New York City's yearly Met Gala.Main Cast: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway
If you're looking for a film that will give you the feeling similar to Clooney's original trilogy, you better watch this movie. It is fairly comedic and entertaining! You should also watch how Anne Hathaway delivers her lines and her forever-entertaining facial expressions. She's one of the gems in the ocean!
BONUS TREAT!
All Summers End
IMDB Overview: After a summer prank goes awry, a teenage boy falls in love while grappling with his guilty conscience. Main Cast: Pablo Schreiber, Kaitlyn Dever, Tye SheridanMost of the written reviews say that the movie is disappointing and that it lacks something special. But just to be fair, atmnl recommends this film because of its unforgettable and relatable characters. This coming-of-age movie resonates with the feeling of first love and first loss, which we think that everyone has felt at one point or another.
It made us cry and fall in love even more with indie films, not just the usual MCU and DCEU characters.