Let’s face it - 2020 was a tough year for the film industry and movie lovers alike. Postponed releases like James Bond’s No Time To Die and box office disasters made it a year to forget 😅.
Still, a handful of films managed to break through the chaos of COVID-19, earning applause both in theaters and on streaming platforms. These gems “rescued” the cinematic year in their own unique ways.
Tenet
Christopher Nolan, the master of cinematic mind-benders (Inception, The Dark Knight, Interstellar), came back strong in 2020 with Tenet. A friend once joked: “If Inception is a first-grade reader, The Prestige a second-grade primer, and Memento a sixth-grade lit class, then Tenet is a 20,000-word thesis by Sigmund Freud.”
Complex? Yes. Engaging? Absolutely. With a blend of stunning visuals, thought-provoking narrative, and sharp suits, Tenet is a sensory overload worth every second.
Robert Pattinson’s performance as a suave supporting character sets the stage for his upcoming role as Batman, making you completely forget his sparkling Twilight vampire days.
The Gentlemen
Guy Ritchie’s signature style shines in The Gentlemen, one of the year’s brightest cinematic highlights. This crime-comedy-drama boasts an ensemble cast featuring Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, Hugh Grant, Henry Golding, and Colin Farrell.
From a refined kingpin to quirky hitmen and rowdy mobsters, every character is a delight. Add in clever twists, razor-sharp humor, and impeccable outfits, and you’ve got a movie that lingers in your mind long after the credits roll.
Greyhound
Tom Hanks in a war movie? That’s practically a guarantee for success! 😎
Set in early 1942 during World War II, Greyhound follows Captain Ernest Krause as he leads a convoy of 37 Allied ships across the treacherous North Atlantic. The tension is palpable as every decision carries life-or-death consequences.
Watching the film gives you some insight into how a fleet is organized, including the types of ships involved and how they maneuver to protect each other.
The film does a stellar job showcasing naval warfare, from fleet strategies to the camaraderie between ships. For fans of military history and action, this is a must-watch.
The Invisible Man
If you thought Hollow Man (2000) was intense, The Invisible Man turns the dial up even further. This psychological thriller amplifies the fear factor, portraying an abusive genius who uses invisibility to torment his ex-wife 😱.
Elisabeth Moss delivers the character's emotions brilliantly.
Elisabeth Moss delivers an incredible performance, navigating the terror and despair of being hunted by a toxic, obsessive man.
Produced by Blumhouse - known for churning out top-tier horror hits - the film pairs psychological tension with solid storytelling.
Extraction
The Netflix blockbuster of the year, Extraction racked up a staggering 90 million views in just a month.
Chris Hemsworth stars as a black-market mercenary tasked with rescuing a crime lord’s kidnapped son. While the plot feels a bit thin (assassin-becomes-surrogate-dad stories are a dime a dozen), the action sequences are undeniably thrilling 🔥.
A bland plot but still a hit - that’s impressive!
NBC summed it up perfectly: “Extraction wasted Chris Hemsworth’s talent… for comedy.” Still, the film was a financial success, and a sequel is reportedly in the works.
If the storyline didn’t impress you, Chris’s High & Tight Fade haircut might. Even drenched in blood and dirt, he somehow made that fade look flawless. Talk about style under pressure.
From Nolan’s brain-busting narratives to Ritchie’s slick crime capers, these films gave 2020 the adrenaline boost it sorely needed. What was your favorite film from the year?
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