So, if you’re after a sequel or new instalment, you can pick from Bad Boys For Life, A Quiet Place II, Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, Fast & Furious 9, Wonder Woman 1984, Top Gun: Maverick, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Minions 2, Bill and Ted Face The Music, Death On The Nile, Halloween Kills, Godzilla vs Kong, and Coming 2 America… Phew, and this isn’t even all the 2020 movie releases, plus there’s also a few prequels scattered throughout the year too!

Read on to discover a few of 2020’s movie releases and tell us what you’re looking forward to in the comments below!

JANUARY

The Voyage of Doctor Dolittle

After losing his wife seven years earlier, the eccentric Dr. John Dolittle, famed doctor and veterinarian of Queen Victoria’s England, hermits himself away. But when the young queen falls gravely ill, a reluctant Dolittle is forced to set sail on an epic adventure to a mythical island in search of a cure. Starring Robert Downey Jr. (Iron Man), Tom Holland (Spider-Man: Homecoming), Emma Thompson (Love Actually), and Michael Sheen (Masters of Sex).

The Gentlemen

A very British drug lord tries to sell off his highly profitable empire to a dynasty of Oklahoma billionaires. Starring Matthew McConaughey (Dallas Buyers Club), Charlie Hunnam (Sons of Anarchy), Michelle Dockery (Downton Abbey), and Jeremy Strong (Succession).

Bad Boys For Life

Marcus Burnett is now a police inspector and Mike Lowery is in a midlife crisis. They unite again when an Albanian mercenary, whose brother they killed, promises them an important bonus. Starring Will Smith (Bad Boys), Martin Lawrence (Bad Boys), Vanessa Hudgens (High School Musical), and Alexander Ludwig (Vikings).

The Rhythm Section

FEBRUARY

Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn

After splitting with the Joker, Harley Quinn joins superheroes Black Canary, Huntress and Renee Montoya to save a young girl from an evil crime lord. Starring Margot Robbie (Suicide Squad), Ewan McGregor (Moulin Rouge), and Mary Elizabeth Winstead (Scott Pilgrim vs. the World).

Sonic The Hedgehog

A cop in the rural town of Green Hills will help Sonic escape from the government who is looking to capture him. Starring Ben Schwartz (Parks and Recreation), Jim Carrey (Bruce Almighty), Tika Sumpter (mixed-ish), and James Marsden (X-Men).

Bloodshot

Based on the bestselling comic book, Vin Diesel stars as Ray Garrison, a soldier recently killed in action and brought back to life as the superhero Bloodshot by the RST corporation. With an army of nanotechnology in his veins, he’s an unstoppable force –stronger than ever and able to heal instantly. But in controlling his body, the company has sway over his mind and memories, too. Now, Ray doesn’t know what’s real and what’s not – but he’s on a mission to find out. Starring Vin Diesel (Fast & Furious), Sam Heughan (Outlander), and Eiza González (Baby Driver).

The Invisible Man

When Cecilia’s abusive ex takes his own life and leaves her fortune, she suspects his death was a hoax. As a series of coincidences turn lethal, Cecilia works to prove that she is being hunted by someone nobody can see. Starring Elisabeth Moss (The Handmaid’s Tale), Oliver Jackson-Cohen (The Haunting of Hill House), and Aldis Hodge (City On A Hill).

MARCH

Mulan

A young Chinese maiden disguises herself as a male warrior in order to save her father. A live-action feature film based on Disney’s ‘Mulan.’ Starring Yifei Liu, Li Gong, and Jet Li.

Onward

Set in a suburban fantasy world, two teenage elf brothers embark on a quest to discover if there is still magic out there. Featuring the voices of Tom Holland (Spider-Man: Homecoming) and Chris Pratt (Guardians of the Galaxy).

A Quiet Place: Part II

The sequel to the 2018 movie, A Quiet Place. Currently the plot of the movie is unknown. Starring Emily Blunt and Cillian Murphy (Peaky Blinders).

I Still Believe

The true-life story of Christian music star Jeremy Camp and his journey of love and loss that looks to prove there is always hope. Starring KJ Apa (Riverdale) and Britt Robertson (Tomorrowland).

APRIL

No Time To Die

Bond has left active service. His peace is short-lived when his old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology. Starring Daniel Craig, Léa Seydoux, Rami Malek (Bohemian Rhapsody), and Lashana Lynch (Captain Marvel).

The New Mutants

Five young mutants, just discovering their abilities while held in a secret facility against their will, fight to escape their past sins and save themselves. Starring Anya Taylor-Joy (Split), Maisie Williams (Game of Thrones), Antonio Banderas (The Mask of Zorro), and Charlie Heaton (Stranger Things).

The Secret Garden

When Mary Lennox’s parents suddenly die, she is sent to live with her uncle, Archibald Craven, on his remote country estate deep in the Yorkshire moors. While exploring, she discovers a hidden magical garden. Starring Dixie Egerickx, Colin Firth (Kingsman), and Julie Walters (Harry Potter).

Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway

Despite his efforts, Peter can’t seem to shake his reputation for mischief among the other rabbits. Once he adventures out of the garden Peter finds himself in a world where mischief is appreciated, but soon his family come to bring him home.

MAY

Black Widow

A film about Natasha Romanoff in her quests between the films Civil War and Infinity War. Starring Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh (Outlaw King), Rachel Weisz (The Favourite), and David Harbour (Stranger Things).

The Woman In The Window

An agoraphobic woman living alone in New York begins spying on her new neighbours only to witness a disturbing act of violence. Starring Amy Adams (Sharp Objects), Gary Oldman (The Dark Knight), and Julianne Moore (Still Alice).

Artemis Fowl

Artemis Fowl II, a young Irish criminal mastermind, kidnaps the fairy LEPrecon officer Holly Short for ransom to fund the search for his missing father in order to restore the family fortune. Starring Josh Gad (Beauty and the Beast), Hong Chau (Watchmen), and Judi Dench (Skyfall).

Fast & Furious 9

The ninth instalment of the Fast & Furious franchise. Starring Vin Diesel, John Cena, Helen Mirren, Michelle Rodriguez, and Nathalie Emmanuel.

JUNE

Wonder Woman 1984

Wonder Woman squares off against the Cheetah, a villainess who possesses superhuman strength and agility. Starring Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Pedro Pascal (Game of Thrones), and Kristen Wiig (Bridesmaid).

In The Heights

A feature version of the Broadway musical, in which a bodega owner has mixed feelings about closing his store and retiring to the Dominican Republic after inheriting his grandmother’s fortune. Starring Anthony Ramos (A Star Is Born), Dascha Polanco (Orange Is The New Black), Stephanie Beatriz (Brooklyn Nine-Nine), and Lin-Manuel Miranda (Mary Poppins Returns).

Top Gun: Maverick

Pete “Maverick” Mitchell mentors a new generation of U.S. Navy fighter pilots. Starring Tom Cruise, Monica Barbaro (UnREAL), Miles Teller (Fantastic Four), and Glen Powell (Scream Queens).

Soul

A musician who has lost his passion for music is transported out of his body and must find his way back with the help of an infant soul learning about herself. Featuring the voices of Jamie Foxx (Django Unchained), Tina Fey (30 Rock), and Daveed Diggs (Black-ish).

JULY

Ghostbusters: Afterlife

Ghostbusters: Afterlife is an upcoming American fantasy comedy film directed by Jason Reitman from a screenplay by Reitman and Gil Kenan. Starring Paul Rudd (Ant-Man), Finn Wolfhard (Stranger Things), and Mckenna Grace (Designated Survivor).

Jungle Cruise

Based on Disneyland’s theme park ride where a small riverboat takes a group of travellers through a jungle filled with dangerous animals and reptiles, but with a supernatural element. Starring Dwayne Johnson (Jumanji), Emily Blunt (Mary Poppins Returns), and Jack Whitehall (Good Omens).

Minions: The Rise of Gru

The continuation of the adventures of the Minions, always in search of a tyrannical leader.

Free Guy

A bank teller discovers that he’s actually an NPC inside a brutal, open world video game. Starring Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool), Jodie Comer (Killing Eve), Channing Tatum (Magic Mike), and Taika Waititi (Thor: Ragnarok).

AUGUST

Bill & Ted Face the Music

Once told they’d save the universe during a time-travelling adventure, 2 would-be rockers from San Dimas, California find themselves as middle-aged dads still trying to crank out a hit song and fulfil their destiny.

Infinite

A man discovers that his hallucinations are actually visions from past lives. Starring Mark Wahlberg (Ted), Jason Mantzoukas (The Good Place), and Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years A Slave).

The One and Only Ivan

A gorilla named Ivan tries to piece together his past with the help of an elephant named Stella as they hatch a plan to escape from captivity. Featuring the voices of Angelina Jolie, Helen Mirren, Danny DeVito, and Sam Rockwell.

SEPTEMBER

The King’s Man

As a collection of history’s worst tyrants and criminal masterminds gather to plot a war to wipe out millions, one man must race against time to stop them. Starring Ralph Fiennes (Harry Potter), Harris Dickinson (Maleficent: Mistress of Evil), and Gemma Arterton (Prince of Persia).

Last Night In Soho

A young girl, passionate in fashion design, is mysteriously able to enter the 1960s where she encounters her idol, a dazzling wannabe singer. But 1960s London is not what it seems, and time seems to fall apart with shady consequences. Starring Anya Taylor-Joy (The Witch), Thomasin McKenzie (The King), and Matt Smith (Doctor Who).

Monster Hunter

When Lt. Artemis and her loyal soldiers are transported to a new world, they engage in a desperate battle for survival against enormous enemies with incredible powers. Feature film based on the video game by Capcom. Starring Milla Jovovich (Resident Evil), Tony Jaa, and Ron Perlman (Hellboy).

The Many Saints of Newark

A look at the formative years of New Jersey gangster, Tony Soprano. Starring Michael Gandolfini, Vera Farmiga, Jon Bernthal, Billy Magnussen, Ray Liotta, Corey Stoll, and Alessandro Nivola.

OCTOBER

Death On The Nile

While on vacation on the Nile, Hercule Poirot must investigate the murder of a young heiress. Starring Kenneth Branagh (Murder on the Orient Express), Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman), Armie Hammer (Call Me By Your Name), Rose Leslie (Game of Thrones), and Letitia Wright (Black Panther).

The Witches

Based on Roald Dahl’s 1983 classic book ‘The Witches’, the story tells the scary, funny and imaginative tale of a seven year old boy who has a run in with some real life witches! Starring Anne Hathaway (The Devil Wears Prada), Octavia Spencer (Hidden Figures), and Stanley Tucci (Easy A).

Halloween Kills

The saga of Michael Myers and Laurie Strode continues in the next thrilling chapter of the Halloween series.

BIOS

On a post-apocalyptic earth, a robot, built to protect the life of his dying creator’s beloved dog, learns about life, love, friendship and what it means to be human. Starring Tom Hanks (Forrest Gump), Samira Wiley (Orange Is The New Black), and Skeet Ulrich (Riverdale).

NOVEMBER

Eternals

The saga of the Eternals, a race of immortal beings who lived on Earth and shaped its history and civilisations. Starring Gemma Chan (Crazy Rich Asians), Angelina Jolie (Maleficent), Kit Harington (Game of Thrones), and Richard Madden (Game of Thrones).

Godzilla vs Kong

As the gigantic Kong meets the unstoppable Godzilla, the world watches to see which one of them will become King of the Monsters. Starring Millie Bobby Brown (Stranger Things), Eiza González (Baby Driver), and Alexander Skarsgård (True Blood).

Red Notice

An Interpol agent tracks the world’s most wanted art thief. Starring Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman), Dwayne Johnson (Jumanji), and Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool).

Raya and the Last Dragon

In a realm known as Lumandra, a re-imagined Earth inhabited by an ancient civilization, a warrior named Raya is determined to find the last dragon. Starring Awkwafina (Crazy Rich Asians) and Cassie Steele.

DECEMBER

Uncharted

The story is a prequel to the games, starring Holland as a younger Drake, showing us details of how he came to meet and befriend Sully. Starring Tom Holland (Spider-Man: Homecoming) and Mark Wahlberg (Ted).

West Side Story

An adaptation of the 1957 musical, West Side Story explores forbidden love, and the rivalry between the Jets and the Sharks, two teenage street gangs of different ethnic backgrounds. Starring Ansel Elgort (The Fault In Our Stars) and Rachel Zegler.

Coming 2 America

Akeem learns he has a long-lost son in the United States and must return to America to meet the unlikely heir to the throne of Zamunda. A sequel to the 1988 comedy ‘Coming to America’. Starring Eddie Murphy, Tracy Morgan, and Leslie Jones.

Dune

Feature adaptation of Frank Herbert’s science fiction novel, about the son of a noble family entrusted with the protection of the most valuable asset and most vital element in the galaxy. Starring Rebecca Ferguson (Mission: Impossible – Fallout), Timothée Chalamet (Call Me By Your Name), Jason Momoa (Game of Thrones), and Oscar Issac (Star Wars: The Force Awakens).

What 2020 movie are you looking forward to the most? Tell us in the comments below!

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Much to the surprise of fans, DC debuted the first footage for Wonder Woman: 1984 at San Diego Comic-Con 2018!

Even though filming has only just commenced on the new Wonder Woman film, the DC panel showed fans a very short glimpse of one of the film’s scenes in which Diana Prince (played by Gal Gadot) kicks the asses of some bad guys in a shopping mall, to the excitement of a young child. While not much was revealed about the plot of Wonder Woman 1984, there are rumours that a somehow resurrected Steve Trevor (Chris Pine) will feature, along with the sequel’s villain being Cheetah (played  by Kristen Wiig).

In answer to the question of why the movie is set in 1984, Patty Jenkins, the woman behind the initial Wonder Woman and also the first female director of any comic book adaptation, cryptically responded: “I grew up in the ’80s, and this has its own look and feel. The reason I am excited is it showed mankind at its best and worst. It was grand and wonderful, there was great music and there were elegant and beautiful things. But other things about the decade revealed the worst of us. To have Wonder Woman in that period of time that was us at our most extreme, is wonderful.” She also teased that his resurrection is “a very important part of our movie”.

According to Box Office Mojo, the first Wonder Woman, which was released in 2017, was the highest grossing DC film in the ‘new’ Worlds of DC franchise (excluding The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises from the Christopher Nolan trilogy). In particular, the film was praised for the performances of Gadot and Pine with Christopher Orr from The Atlantic saying “Gadot, in particular, is a delight as Diana: supremely capable yet utterly innocent, a big fish who has left her little pond and now finds herself out of water altogether. As her guide to the ways of the masculine world—which consist principally of lying and pointless fighting—Pine’s Steve is equal parts incredulous and enraptured toward Diana.”

The duo certainly have wonderful chemistry, and the scenes in which they are struggling to understand their respective worlds offer the most insightful commentary on modern-day sexism without making the point in an aggressive manner.

Jenkins and Gadot insist that Wonder Woman 1984 isn’t a sequel in the traditional sense; indeed 70 intervening years have changed the world, and presumably that has changed the character of Prince as well. Gadot’s comment was that this film has its “own story” rather than strictly continuing the story of the first film.

Wonder Woman 1984 is expected to be released on November 1, 2019.

Are you excited for the sequel? Tell us in the comments below!

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The image released by Patty Jenkins shows Diana Prince’s ill-fated love interest Steve Trevor (Chris Pine). Somehow he’s back in the new film—but is it really him? In the tweet she does say Steve Trevor, but who knows, it could be our big bad in disguise!

Jenkins’ tweet also seems to suggest that the sequel’s title is Wonder Woman 1984 and a previous teaser suggested that the film is set in the same year. At the same time, Gal Gadot, who plays Diana, tweeted an image of her character gazing into a wall of television screens, which feature some serious 80’s vibes. Judging by the outfits the extras are donning, and then the television screens our fierce warrior princess is gazing into, it looks like we’ll be heading to the 80’s!

Jenkins previously revealed that the sequel will be set in the United States with Kristen Wiig (Bridesmaids) set to play Wonder Woman’s nemesis Cheetah in the sequel. Game of Thrones Pedro Pascal has also been cast in a “pivotal role.”

The sequel is scheduled for release on November 1st 2019, but until then, Aquaman starring Jason Momoa will be fulfilling your DC fix when it hits theatres in December!

What do you think of the first look images? Tell us in the comments below!

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Happy Women’s History Month! For those of you who aren’t aware, March is known as women’s history month in the United States, along with International Women’s Day on March 8th, to celebrate women’s contribution in history and modern society. In honour of all the great females out there, we take a look at nine female directed movies to watch throughout the month of March!

Read on to discover our picks and tell us in the comments below if you enjoy them too!

Marie Antoinette (2006) and The Beguiled (2017)
Directed By Sofia Coppola

In a male-dominated industry, Sofia Coppola managed to break through and become one of the most famous female directors. She has directed eight movies throughout her career, but my  personal favourites are Marie Antoinette and The Beguiled, with both films featuring female leads as the main character. Marie Antoinette tells the story of the infamous queen during her time in the French court up until the French revolution, while The Beguiled follows three women at an all girls school and what happened when a civil war soldier asked for asylum there. Both movies have a different tone, the first one is more about humanizing Marie Antoinette, while the other is more dark and intriguing. Both films are interesting and worth the time watching, and in fact, Sofia Coppola became the second woman to win Best Director Award at the Cannes Film Festival in the festival’s 70-year history.

Lady Bird (2017)
Directed By Greta Gerwig

I haven’t watched this movie yet, but Lady Bird has received quite a lot of buzz since its release in 2017. During the award season, it has received 41 major nominations over the 2018 awards season and won 13 of them. The movie is a coming-of-age story of Christine “Lady Bird” McPherson and her turbulent relationship with her mother.

Wonder Woman (2017)
Directed By Patty Jenkins

Of course we couldn’t miss this record-breaking movie by Patty Jenkins that gave the superhero world a good shake up when it was released in 2017. Not only was it the first superhero movie directed by a woman, it is the first one with a female superhero as the main character. The movie received many overwhelming positive reviews and it became one of the highest-grossing movies of all time. Wonder Woman is not only praised for its female superhero, but also the message of courage and the portrayal of the Amazonian women. There’s a reason why this movie is widely acclaimed, and if you haven’t seen it, you better go watch it now!

The Babadook (2014)
Directed By Jennifer Kent

Who says women can’t direct horror movies? This famous Australian thriller was released in 2014 by Jennifer Kent and received a 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The Babadook is a supernatural thriller story about mother and son that were being stalked by the Babadook, a supernatural entity with its iconic top hat. This movie is intriguing and keeps you at the edge of your seat, and at the end, you’ll need to replay the whole movie over in your head to think which part is real and which part wasn’t.

Frozen (2013)
Directed By Jennifer Lee

Yes ladies and gentlemen, this iconic Disney movie is co-directed by a woman, the first one from its lengthy list of movies. Nobody expected the movie to be as popular as it was, although being an animated film, they do tend to take the world by storm, especially the children, seemed unable to let it go (pun intended). There was no way we could escape the image of Frozen and the songs, it’s just everywhere and it’s not without reason! Why? Because this is the first Disney movie where the main character took control of her own destiny without regards to the rules, and certainly, no prince comes to save them.

Suffragette (2015)
Directed By Sarah Gavron

It is only appropriate that the movie about this iconic movement was to be directed by a woman. For those of you who doesn’t know, the suffragette movement happened in the 1920s to fight for women’s rights to vote. This is another movie on this list that I haven’t watched just yet, but I am always fascinated with the movement and recognising the importance of this movement in this month, this is the perfect movie to watch this month.

Shrek (2001)
Directed By Vicky Jenson

Yes, another classic animation co-directed by woman! This beloved green ogre tale was first released in 2001 and yet it remains a favourite to this day. It is a parody of several fairytales and it brings a fun and fresh breath of air at that era. I don’t know about you, but I have so many fond memories of Shrek; it’s so underrated nowadays!

Mamma Mia! (2008)
Directed By Phyllida Lloyd

And finally, a personal favorite of mine and many others. Like it or not, this movie’s setting is so pleasing to the eye, along with catchy songs and amazing relationships all around! Not only do we have an amazing mother-daughter relationship, but the friendship between Sophie, Donna and each of their girlfriends is something to strive for! All the females are so supportive and nice towards each other, it’s heartwarming and fun to watch.

Any others you would add? Tell us in the comments below!

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Everyone knows that Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice failed to meet Warner Brothers’ expectations for its box office and critical performances. Suicide Squad faired a tad better with the box office because the film had some positive word of mouth from audiences, which got rid of any negative feedback the film received from critics. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice reviewed a twenty-seven percent on the Tomatometer on Rotten Tomatoes, while Suicide Squad received a twenty-five percent.

Generally, fans enjoyed both films with Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice receiving a sixty-three percent audience score and Suicide Squad getting a sixty-two percent on Rotten Tomatoes. This pales in comparison to Wonder Woman, which has a ninety-two percent score on the Tomatometer and a ninety-one percent audience score from Rotten Tomatoes. While both Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice ($250 million budget and $873,260,194 worldwide box office gross) and Suicide Squad ($175 million budget and $745,600,054 worldwide box office gross) both made back their budgets and more with profits for the film, Wonder Woman ($149 million budget and $571,801,730 thus far in worldwide box office gross) eclipsed them in that area too.

So, can Wonder Woman truly change the reputation of the DC Extended Universe? Many critics have indicated their approval of this film, which seems to have changed the face of this cinematic universe. Bob Grimm of the Reno News & Review stated this was what the DC Extended Universe needed: “The DC Universe gets the blast of fun it sorely needed with Wonder Woman, a film that gets it right on almost every front, and features a performance from Gal Gadot that makes it seem the role was her birthright,” Grimm stated. Steve Persall, writing for The Tampa Bay Times, says the film gets right what every other DCEU film got wrong. “Not only Wonder Woman winning World War I, but director Patty Jenkins righting a DC Universe burdened by Batfleck and other less-than-super men.”

They are not the only ones calling Wonder Woman‘s praises. “The DC cinematic universe has up until now been wobbly at best, but there was a glimmer of promise in Israeli actress Gal Gadot’s Wonder Woman, whose brief appearance was the best thing about the lumbering, overstuffed ‘Batman v Superman,’” Matthew DeKinder, writing for the Suburban Journals of St. Louis, stated. It seems Wonder Woman has already been impressing critics. This has undoubtedly helped the Amazon princess’ solo journey and could it happen for Justice League?

Recently, the film lost its director and switched composers with only a few months before its release in November. Looking at the way the DCEU’s first films have faired, it seems one would think no because its previous films up until Wonder Woman have not been successful 100 percent. However, with the successful debut of the film focused on the princess of the Amazons, maybe the course correction DC undertook could lead it to its success. We will have to wait and see once November comes around to see Wonder Woman once more team up with her fellow Justice Leaguers.

What’s your bet on how Justice League will turn out? Tell us your thoughts in the comments below!

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SPOILERS AHEAD

Even before its release Wonder Woman had a lot of expectations to live up to. Not only was it to be the first female-led superhero film, but it also needed to be better than prior instalments in the DC Extended Universe. Luckily for everyone Wonder Woman succeeds at both of these things.

Fans have been clamouring to see more of the warrior princess ever since the first appearance of Wonder Woman in 2016’s Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice and Patty Jenkin’s film certainly delivers. An expectation to connect the film to the whole DCEU is attached to the film and Jenkins promptly, in less than a minute of film time, provides this. Bruce Wayne, a.k.a Batman, has sent a letter to Diana Prince (Gal Gadot) with a photo attached of her in World War 1. This leads to a flashback which forms the structure of the film.

We are quickly shown Diana’s childhood on Themyscira and her training with her aunty, and Amazon general, Antiope (Robin Wright). Even as a child Diana was determined to prove her strength and join the rest of her people as a warrior. However, her training is interrupted by the crash-landing of British spy Steve Trevor (Chris Pine) and the revelation that the world is in the midst of ‘the war to end all wars’. Believing this to be the work of Ares, the God of War, Diana begs her mother to let her go with Steve and help humankind. When her mother disagrees, Diana attempts to sneak off and eventually leaves with her mother’s permission.

The film takes on the mythology of Wonder Woman with no amount of humour. It takes all the elements of her history, being built of clay, Zeus and Ares, and fits it into a plot that doesn’t seem too weird or out there. If anything it provides a naïve lens through which Diana views war and good and evil until she enters the world herself.

Pine and Gadot’s chemistry enhances the relationship of Diana and Steve. From the get go they have a mutual understanding of each other, that only deepens as the film moves forward. Their relationship throughout the film is eye-opening for both of them. Steve acts as a guide for the innocent Diana, showing her the ways of the modern world, while she opens up his eyes to a different way of thinking, firmly standing by any point that she deems to be worthy. And this is part of her heroism. She stands up for women’s rights constantly shutting down the people who say she can’t do something.

The rest of her heroism is made up over the course of the rest of the film. One of the most solid moments of the film was when they first encountered a warzone. The imagery was harrowing and horrific, Diana’s repulsion was almost palpable. She had to help, needed to help and it was this need that drove her to be the hero she is. Reaching the trenches, she saw that people were seeking help and in the one of the most striking scenes, fully embraced her title of Wonder Woman as she strode into the middle of No Man’s Land, armed only with her sword, shield and Lasso of Truth. Her actions led to the inspiration of Steve and his crew: Sameer (Said Taghmaoui), Charlie (Ewen Brenner) and Chief (Eugene Brave Rock). This ability to inspire is what made Wonder Woman a true superhero; she leads by example and sticks strongly to a moral compass.

Wonder Woman never truly gets out of the origin story villain problem though. The film’s villains comes in the form of the German General, Ludendorff (Danny Huston), the scientist known as Dr. Poison or Dr. Maru (Elena Anaya), and the hidden Ares (David Thewlis). Ludendorff and Poison are given a strong amount of screen time and yet they still don’t feel three-dimensional. Poison in particular seemed to have room for backstory, her face half concealed behind a mask. Ares also lacked character development as he suffered from being a third-act reveal villain and he emerged only to deliver a monologue detailing his evil plan than engaged in combat with Diana.

The fight scenes of Wonder Woman were visually striking. They used the grace and agility of Diana in a way which showed she was not someone to trifle with. The Amazons attack on the German troops at the start of the film, set up the kind of fight scenes for the film to come. The Amazon’s fought with grace, favouring speed and quick brutality over the massive blows that the likes of Superman and Batman deal out.

On the battlefield Diana switched between sword, fists, shield and lasso smoothly, showing the complexities of a superhero fight that other films lack. The only fault in these action scenes is the CGI is lacking the depth that viewers have come to expect.

Overall, Wonder Woman is a success. It blends humour and action and, despite it falling into the pitfalls of a classic origin story, is an entertaining beginning for one of DC’s most famous heroes.

Have you seen Wonder Woman yet? Tell us your thoughts in the comments below!

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At a glance, June’s upcoming film releases look quite evenly matched when comparing it to last month’s since once again we’ve got superheroes and a franchise which has gone on for far too long. From DC’s Wonder Woman to even a third Despicable Me movie, there is something for all ages and movie lovers to check out in theatres!

Will you be checking out any of these films? Tell us what you are looking forward to in the comments below!

Wonder Woman – June 2 | TRAILER
Ever since Wonder Woman appeared in the Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice movie, everyone has been wanting to see more of her. The public demanded, Hollywood made it and now fans across the world are excited for its release this month. Wonder Woman will be an origin story as to how Diana Prince becomes known to the world as Wonder Woman. We learn about her history, how she came and helped America, and there will even be a little romance too! Our fierce heroine will be played by Gal Gadot (Fast and Furious 6) and Chris Pine (Star Trek, Into the Woods) will be play Steve Trevor. Directed by Patty Jenkins, this film will be her first movie as a director with the screenplay written by Jason Fuchs (Pan).

The Mummy (2017) – June 9 | TRAILER
The remake of a beloved series has caused much concern for many fans so will it live up to its original name and fame? The remake follows an ancient princess who is awakened and is set to destroy the modern-day world. Tom Cruise stars in this adventurous remake as Nick Morton along with Russell Crowe and Sofia Boutella (Kingsman). Behind the creation of the film is director Alex Kurtzman, who produced both Star Trek (2009) and a trio of talented writers: David Koepp (Jurassic Park), Christopher McQuarrie (Edge of Tomorrow), and Dylan Kussman (Richard Cameron, Dead Poets Society).

Baby Driver – June 28
Fast cars are always a big hit when it comes to the box office, and there’s no doubt Baby Driver will be a fun film to watch! Starring Ansel Elgort (The Fault In Our Stars) as a young getaway driver who drives to the sound of his music and finds himself taking part in a heist doomed to fail after being coerced into working for a crime boss. The film also stars Lily James (Cinderella 2015), Jon Hamm (Mad Men), Jamie Foxx (Django Unchained) and Kevin Spacey (House of Cards) and directed by Edgar Wright (Scott Pilgrim vs. The World).

Despicable Me 3 – June 30 | TRAILER
We have loved these films ever so dearly, well maybe not Minions, so why not have add a third to the popular franchise? The film sees the adventures of Gru and gang continue when Gru (voiced by Steve Carell, The Office) meets his twin brother Dru (also voiced by Carell) that he never knew he had. All returning cast members from previous films will return including Julie Andrews, Russell Brand and Kristen Wiig.

Transformers: The Last Knight – June 21 | TRAILER
Ah yes, another franchise continues to live on and will continue to for at least another two films! With Mark Wahlberg returning as Cade, we follow him as he discovers the hidden past of the Transformers in order to save Earth from mass destruction. Joining the cast is Laura Haddock (Guardians of the Galaxy), Stanley Tucci and Joshua Duhamel (Transformers). Michael Bay will be directing once again with Art Marcum (Iron Man), Matt Holloway and Ken Nolan (Transformers) as the writers

Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie – June 2 | TRAILER
We have covered the news of Underpants becoming a movie earlier this year and now it is almost here! The movie is about George (voiced by Kevin Hart, Get Hard) and Harold (Thomas Middleditch, Silicon Valley) hypnotize their principal into thinking he is a dumb, dill witted super hero named Captain Underpants (Ed Helms, The Office). The director for the movie is David Soren (Turbo) with Nicholas Stoller (The Muppets) as the writer.

Cars 3 – June 16 | TRAILER
Another kids franchise is making its way back into theatres this month and Cars 3 sees Lightening McQueen (Owen Wilson, Night in the Museum) trying to prove to a new generation of racers that he is still the best. Nathan Fillion (Castle), Kerry Washington (Scandal) and Armie Hammer (The Man From UNCLE) will be joining the cast.

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I am Diana of Themyscira, daughter of Hippolyta. In the name of all that is good, your wrath upon this world is over.

Gal Gadot and Chris Pine released the latest trailer for Wonder Woman at Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards on Saturday night. The new trailer release came after the release of a brand new poster with the promise of an “even bigger surprise”.

The new trailer features more about the female warrior, including Diana training with the Amazons when the young trainee unleashes the force of her mystical bracelets. Soon after, we see her head to the “hideous” London to help save the world.

The film stars Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Robin Wright and Connie Nielsen.

Wonder Woman hits cinemas in June.

What do you think of the trailer? Let us know in the comments below!

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