Nobody Can Stop Me
- Iron Man 3 (May 3)
Why? Well, I already saw it. And I'm all-in on Marvel movieverse at this point. And as goofy-weird as this particular series is, the thing underlying and ingrained is how utterly hyper-competent Tony and Pepper are. There is nothing I love more than competence, folks.
- Star Trek Into Darkness (May 17)
Why? I really, really liked the previous one, because Uhura. I find this series is flashy and fun, and that's really all I want of summer movies. And who isn't a fan of Cumberbatch these days?
- Fast & Furious 6 (May 24)
Look at this cast, y'all. OH MY HEART
Why? It's like you don't even know me. The DNA of the Fast/Furious franchise is inscribed upon my heart: sleek cars, ludicrous chase scenes, bass-thumping music, and a maximally-diverse cast.
The Boston Globe has a particularly good article about how the various ethnicities of the series are the best reflection of the actual movie-going public, and it's even more remarkable because the movies don't really bother to remark upon it. Hey, sometimes folks of different backgrounds hang out, and it's not a big deal! And sometimes THEY DRIVE FAST.
- Much Ado About Nothing (June 7)
Why? Shakespeare! Joss Whedon! So many actors that I love! I watched the trailer for this movie a dozen times in a row and ended up wanting to live inside it. THEATRE. Seriously, though, if this does not come to a theatre near me, I may do some weeping.
- Pacific Rim (July 12)
Why? Robots! Kaiju! Idris Elba! YEAH!
- The Wolverine (July 26)
Why? I mentioned being all-in on the Marvel movies, right? Because let's be honest, there's a very high chance that this movie will suck hard, and also be totally offensive. Then again, Will Yun Lee. WILL YUN LEE. Who is, uh, not Japanese, so already we may need to look sidelong at this movie. Sigh?
- Elysium (August 9)
Why? Dystopia! Possibly post-apocalyptic? Whatever, there are cyborgs. And Jodie Foster and Matt Damon do good work. Cody and I already have made a pact to see this.
We Shall See
- The Great Gatsby (May 10)
Why? Mostly because, well, Baz Luhrmann's movies are always pretty. Never read the book, because I'm not a good English major or, rather, Great American Books tend to be such a draaaaag. So, whatever. But I'll see it. I like spectacle.
- Now You See Me (May 31)
Why? Honestly, I have never been super-interested in BECAUSE MAGIC, but the trailer for this movie is crazy-stylish, it's a heist-caper thing, and I like the cast. Sometimes that's all it takes for me, okay?
- After Earth (June 7)
Why? Post-apocalyptic dystopia, huzzah! Starring Will Smith and Jaden Smith, hooray! In a science fiction film that seems to be an original screenplay, gasp! And Will Smith seems to be attempting an accent of some sort? Whatever, I'm in. But it's directed by M. Night Shyamalan? I am...concerned.
- Man of Steel (June 14)
Why? Eh, I don't know. It seems fine. I just don't expect a lot from Superman movies, I guess.
- Monsters University (June 21)
Why? I like Pixar, though I am skeptical of their recent rash of sequels, Toy Story aside. That said, this movie falls within the window of when I am visiting my niece, so chances that I'll see this in the theatre are pretty good.
- The Heat (June 28)
Why? I will say this up front: just based on the stills and description, it seems like this movie will be groan-worthy. But it's also an action-comedy starring two women, and their primary concerns seem to be about their careers, rather than men or having babies! I want these kinds of projects to succeed.
- White House Down (June 28)
Why? The White House is under attack, and only Channing Tatum's off-duty cop can save President Jamie Foxx! Come on, this is hilarious, right? Hilarious, explosion-filled fun. Also, Maggie Gyllenhaal is involved somehow? Remember when she and her brother were indie darlings? Good times.
- RED 2 (July 19)
Why? I still haven't seen the first movie, but it looks like a good time. Helen Mirren! More badass than the rest of the cast combined.
- R.I.P.D. (July 19)
Why? I'm pretty sure this movie is going to suck, but it's like an action movie version of Dead Like Me. Remember Dead Like Me? That show was awesome. I wonder what Callum Blue is up to?
- Fruitvale (July 26)
Why? I have read nothing but excellent reviews of this movie, and also Michael B. Jordan. That said, I suspect I won't be able to find it in any nearby theatre.
- 300: Rise of an Empire (August 2)
Why? I didn't watch 300, and really have no desire to do so. But this movie is about Artemisia? That is intriguing.
- Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters (August 7)
Why? The first one was fun. I like riffs on Greek mythology, and somehow, amazingly, the casting for the adult characters has been consistently sublime.
- The To Do List (August 16)
Why? Aubrey Plaza, I adore you. And Alia Shawkat and Rachel Bilson and Connie Britton? And Clark Gregg and Donald Glover? I bet this movie will be uncomfortably hilarious and ironically heart-warming.
- The World's End (August 23)
Why? All my friends seem to be very excited about this movie. I liked Hot Fuzz, I guess. And this movie seems to fit into my genre demands.
- The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (August 23)
Why? I have a lot of mixed feelings about Cassandra Clare, and even putting those aside, her work is derivative at best. That said, there are many reasons I enjoy the crap out of urban fantasy, and this movie seems to draw on them alllll.
If Only I Didn't Have a Debilitating Fear of Having My Face Eaten
- World War Z (June 21)
I know, right? This movie looks awesome, and as we all know, I dig post-apocalyptic scenarios. But zombies! Zombies EVERYWHERE. I'll read the book; maybe that will help allay my fears.
Nooooope.
- The Lone Ranger (July 3)
Why not? Seriously, this movie is pretty freakin' offensive.
Wow, that's a lot of movies. Way to deliver, Hollywood!
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