Top 10 movies of 2021

Cinemas have finally reopened in England, films are making their way back onto the big screens, and popcorn will be eaten now more than ever.

Films are a type of entertainment that people love, and so many films were postponed due to the pandemic, but they are finally being released, along with brand new titles, and I am very excited.

I'm a big film buff - with over 100 DVDs and access to streaming services - and have decided to make a list of my top 10 films that I'm looking forward to most this year. I wouldn't say that I only watch one genre of film - quite the contrary actually - but a lot of the films I watch tend to have some sort of action in...or music!

So here's my highly anticipated films of 2021:

Fast and Furious 9 - June 2nd (UK)

The ninth installment of the Fast and Furious franchise is probably the film I want to watch the most this year. The action never fails to grip me, the comedy has me laughing and the cars are always gorgeous. With the return of a beloved character and the fantastic cast, this movie will be epic!

In The Heights - June 18th (UK)

A musical written by the fantastic Lin Manuel Miranda, during his sophomore year of college, that has won three Tony Awards and a Grammy, is now making its way to the big screen. The soundtrack of the Broadway show, and the few songs released from the movie, have me looking forward to the film of the summer. I love to watch musicals, and In the Heights is no exception.

Top Gun: Maverick - Not sure on release date

The sequel to one of Hollywood's classic movies, starring the remarkable Tom Cruise, follows Pete "Maverick" Mitchell as he trains new pilots after more than 30 years of service himself. The cast, the action, the planes, and even the infamous theme tune; it all adds to the film being one that people watch again and again in years to come.

Black Widow - July 9th (UK)

The 24th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe follows Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow, before she became an Avenger. The film explores her history with the KGB and the story of Natasha Romanoff. With the film being a Marvel superhero production, you can be sure that the action and graphics of destruction are going to be amazing.

Spiderman: No Way Home - December 17th (UK)

The third installment in Spiderman films sees the continuation of Marvel's phase 4 as Tom Holland takes to our screens once again as Peter Parker. Spiderman: No Way Home picks up where Spiderman: Far From Home left us...with the world discovering Spiderman is Peter Parker. As well as Zendaya and Marisa Tomei returning as MJ and May Parker, the film sees Benedict Cumberbatch enter Spiderman's world as Doctor Strange. I'm a big fan of Marvel movies, so can't wait to see Tom Holland's new film as Spiderman.

Jungle Cruise - 30th July (UK)

An adventure and fantasy film that stars two of Hollywood's biggest stars, Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt. Johnson plays Frank Wolff who Blunt's character, Dr Lily Houghton, enlists to help her on an adventure down the Amazon. Based on Walt Disney's theme park attraction of the same ñame, the film already promises high expectations, and is one I'm very excited about watching.

Venom: Let There Be Carnage - September (UK)

Another Marvel superhero film - Marvel just don't stop! Tom Hardy reprises his role as Venom in this sequel that stars Woody Harrelson and Michelle Williams. Having seen the first film, I have high expectations of action and humour for Venom 2. Directed by Andy Serkis, I can already tell that this movie will be a great one to watch.

Cruella - May 28th (UK)

Disney's live-action film about one of fiction's most infamous villains; Emma Stone plays Cruella in this film that explores the evil exploits of Cruella de Vil. Also starring Emma Thompson, Mark Strong and Emily Beecham, Cruella is a family-friendly comedy/crime movie for all to watch. I for one, can't wait to see Emma Stone killing it as Cruella.

Suicide Squad 2 - July 30th (UK)

As a fan of DC Comics Suicide Squad, I am anxious to see this sequel. It follows some of the world's most dangerous supervillains - Harley Quinn, King Shark, Bloodsport, Peacemaker and more - take on a mission with only Colonel Rick Flag to keep them in check. If the first film is anything to go by and the cast, Suicide Squad 2 will surely be a film worth watching.

Escape Room 2 - July 16th (UK)

Horror movies aren't the kind of films I usually watch but I saw Escape Room in the cinema with friends, and thoroughly enjoyed it. So now with the sequel being released, I'm excited to see what happens next. Escape Room 2 picks up from where the first movie left off, and I can assure you, it will have you on the edge of your seats - or hiding behind a cushion!

What films are you excited about seeing this year?

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Until next time...