10 Movies That Brightened Up Gloomy 2020
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The world has pretty much turned upside down since our last upload but never fear, we are back to share the best Movie and TV content with our people and every other Movie lover such as ourselves. Finding a good movie in 2020 demands searching through a lot of garbage and dirt for the true gems this year had to offer and even though we cannot claim to have watched every single movie this year, we are quite excited to have discovered some truly fantastic titles and so here is a list of movies which carried us through the awful 2020.

One disclaimer is we tried to stay away from more mainstream blockbuster movies because every man and his dog has already at least heard about it. The focus is more on the underrated but fantastic movies this year had to offer. So don’t expect to see Sonic or Bad Boys for life springing up. To spice things up, we will recommend the best target audience for each film in order to create the ultimate recommendation list.

This Netflix movie is based on a character of the same name played by Millie Bobbie Brown as the whimsical but very capable sister to Sherlock and Mycroft Holmes. It is a quick witted coming of age tale narrated by Enola herself as she goes on a quest to find her missing mother and while doing so gets dragged into a murder mystery. The movie enables Enola to handle difficult situations herself and show off her impressive talents and skills without getting overshadowed by her more famous elder brothers. Henry Cavill is the latest superhero to play the great detective after Robert Downey Jr. and Benedict Cumberbatch respectively while Sam Caflin does a great job playing his stoic older brother Mycroft. Helena Boham Carter also stars as their adventurous mother. This is a fun, enjoyable film that would best appeal to young viewers, especially the ladies, who would be able to identify with a strong and very likable protagonist.

This film starring Hugh Jackman and Allison Janney star in this movie based on real events following a embezzlement scandal in the American Education System. Jackman gives a fantastic performance in a compelling drama about the greed of those society place their trust in. Lovers of compelling historical dramas will enjoy this.

Russell Crowe is front and center in this thriller about the worst possible scenario that can occur when you tick off the wrong guy at the wrong time. Despite trivial motivations, he goes on a murderous rampage after a basic traffic altercation with a single mother sets him on an evil course. It is by no means one of the best films in the genre but it keeps you hooked from beginning to end in a feat many modern films find difficult to pull off. We personally like to call this a movie about what would happen if someone drove by John Wick on the road and insulted his puppy. We recommend this to viewers who want something, fast and straight to the point that thrills them all along the way.

A controversial movie when it came out, this movie split two political views and mindset and pits them against each other. This film kicks off when a group of liberals and climate change enthusiasts trap a group of conservatives in a Battle Royale type battleground where they are hunted down like game and executed by booby traps. Controversies aside, it is an enjoyable, quite humorous thrill ride starring rising star Betty Gilpin and accompanied by many others including Emma Roberts, Justin Hartley, Ike Barinholtz and Hilary Swank as they duke it out in this entertaining and bloody battle for supremacy and survival. The target audience of this film has to be those who can remain neutral and enjoy the ride. It’s a fun one. We would dissuade those with weak stomachs from this one because it can get quite violent.

Another thriller on this list is Alone. A very realistic look at the all too real danger of stalking and kidnapping. With a tiny cast and a tiny budget, this tense film places our protagonist in an unknown location where she is exposed to a persistent predator. The movie does a great job of building tension for long periods and even creating doubts about the legitimacy of the danger itself. Lovers of thrillers are invited for this one. Jules Wilcox knocks it out of the park as the lead protagonist.

After a meteor headed to the earth is nuked in a defensive move by Earth, the radioactive waste falls back onto our planet, causing every cold blooded creature to rapidly increase in size till they become giants. In a highly dangerous world with an endangered human population, Dylan O’brien travels on a quest to find his girlfriend from before the disaster, leaving his relatively safe underground habitat. It is a feel good movie with a lot of heart and a very lovable dog helped by amazing visual effects tied up by a solid plot about conquering your fears. This movie has a bit of something for everyone and will leave a smile on your face when the credits roll.

This latest Guy Ritchie flick is a crime thriller centered in London. It follows the tale of an American drug dealer played by Mathew McConaughey who seeks to retire from a life of crime and how this decision spars a power tussle between the criminal gangs in London. Bearing the quick witted, fast paced nature characteristic of most Guy Ritchie films, the movie also stars Hugh Grant, Charlie Hunnam, Henry Golding all bringing their A game, as well as a great performance from Colin Farrell. The Gentlemen snappy dialogue and comedic timed scenes will be great for lovers of dialogue heavy drama, comedy or fast paced storytelling.

Elizabeth Moss delivers an Oscar worthy performance as she leads this horror/thriller about a lady who escapes an abusive relationship only to find out she is being stalked and tormented by, you guessed it, an invisible man. It takes a familiar trope and uses science fiction to makes it into a new take on horror and previously unseen, no pun intended. With stellar directing and cinematography, this is another must watch movie that keeps you invested and on the edge of your seat, making a 2hour timeline feel like half the time.

This film starring Andy Samberg, Cristin Milioti and J. K. Simmons is the latest movie to take the now tired Groundhog Day trope and transform to a fun, enjoyable, feel good love story about a few people trapped in a time loop that is centered on a wedding. With an amazing ability to be hilarious and emotional with a strong message, this is truly one of the absolute bests 2020 has to offer and should be seen by as many as possible.

Aaron Sorkin writes and directs follows an intense political trial following an intense political trial set in the 1960s at the height of the Anti˗Vietnam War riots. Eddie Redmayne, Yayha Abdul˗Manteen, Sacha Bohan Cohen and others are under trial for the roles the play in the riots against an antagonistic judge. Mark Rylance and Joseph Gorden Levitt play opposing lawyers as well. The dialogue is great, the performances are great and the story is captivating. Overall, this is a must see film for all film lovers and admirers of historical drama and enjoyable quick˗witted screenplay characteristic of Aaron Sorkin.

Here are some honorable mentions just because..

This crass tale about an illegal underground system involving assassins pitted against each other for public entertainment. Daniel Radcliffe is an unfortunate, awkward protagonist who falls into this world of murder and mayhem that kicks off when he wakes up with guns drilled to hands. Lovers of crass, violent action comedies will love this one.

In a quest to keep their beloved town from denitrification, three nerdy teenage friends stumble on a conspiracy of vampires who have selected their neighbourhood as their latest hunting ground. This Netflix kid adventure is funny and exciting. The horror elements are massively toned down however, and might be too campy for viewers more used to more violent and bloody takes on the genre. Fro example, take Jojo Rabbit’s more watered down approach to the holocaust and World War 2 compared to Schindler’s list or Saving Private Ryan. The movie is still however an enjoyable adventure movie able to be seen by the whole family.

Are there any other movies that made 2020 a bit bearable for you? If you’ve seen these movies yourself, what do you think about our list? We’d like to here about it so feel free to leave a comment and the force be with you.

by Mike from MotakuPR