15 most anticipated science fiction films of 2020
Educational Program Cinema / / December 28, 2020
New film adaptation of "Dune", a comedy about time travel and, of course, the next comics.
1. Fantasy island
Fantasy island
- USA, 2020.
- Fantasy, horror.
- Premiere: 6 February.
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The film, based on the TV series of the same name, tells the story of a luxury resort on a tropical island. There, the mysterious owner is ready to make all the most secret dreams of his guests come true. But such fantasies can turn into nightmares.
Blumhouse Productions is behind the production of this picture, which specializes in all kinds of horror films. Hits such as โSplit"," Get Out "," Happy Day of Death "and many others.
2. Sonic in the cinema
Sonic the Hedgehog
- Canada, Japan, USA, 2020.
- Science fiction, adventure, comedy.
- Premiere: February 20.
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The fast-footed hedgehog Sonic hides from enemies and enters our world. By chance it causes widespread power outages. And then the government declares a hunt for him, hiring the evil Doctor Robotnik.
The authors had a lot of problems with this film. After the appearance of the first trailer, fans strongly criticized the design of the main character, and the creators had to completely redo it. Because of this, the premiere was postponed from autumn 2019 to early 2020.
3. Bloodshot
Bloodshot
- USA, 2020.
- Action, fantasy.
- Premiere: February 20.
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The military officer Angelo Mortalli was killed in action. However, with the help of advanced technology, it was revived. Now Angelo is stronger and faster than any person, and his wounds heal instantly. However, the hero wants to understand his past.
The plot of this film is based on the Valiant comics. If successful, Bloodshot's story could give rise to a new MCU.
4. Artemis Fowle
Artemis Fowl
- USA, 2020.
- Science fiction, adventure.
- Premiere: 28 May.
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The plot of the film tells about the young Artemis Fowle - a born swindler from a kind of criminal geniuses. One day he learns that there is another world underground, inhabited by elves, gnomes and other unusual creatures. And then Artemis decides to use them for his own selfish purposes.
This painting is based on the first two parts of Owen Colfer's famous book series. Therefore, the creators have already prepared material for numerous sequels.
5. Wonder Woman: 1984
Wonder Woman 1984
- USA, 2020.
- Action, fantasy.
- Premiere: June 4.
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Ageless Amazon Diana Prince continues to defend justice in the 1980s. The businessman Maxwell Lord turns to the heroine for protection, as his former assistant, who has turned into the villainess Cheetah, is hunting him. In return, he promises to resurrect Wonder Woman's beloved, who died during World War II.
The first superhero movie was very successful. And despite the fact that a lot has changed in the DCU, Gal Gadot returns to his image in the sequel.
6. The main character
Free guy
- USA, 2020.
- Science fiction, comedy, adventure.
- Premiere: July 2.
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An ordinary NPC lives in an open-world computer game. He works in a bank and is constantly faced with the tricks of the players. But one day he decides that it's time to take matters into his own hands and become the main character.
Ryan Reynolds once again returns to comedy fiction, which will delight all fans of games like Grand Theft Auto or Fortnite.
7. Ghostbusters: Descendants
Ghostbusters: Afterlife
- USA, 2020.
- Science fiction, horror, comedy.
- Premiere: July 9.
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A single mother and her two children inherit a farm in Oklahoma. Suddenly, the heroes find an old car that belonged to their grandfather. And that's the famous Ghostbusters Ecto-1. Of course, they soon have to face manifestations of otherworldly forces.
In 2016, they tried to restart the famous film series with a female cast. But after the failure of the new version, the son of the first director got down to business.Ghost huntersยป. He promises to show a real continuation of the old paintings.
8. Morbius, the living vampire
Morbius
- USA, 2020.
- Adventure, horror, fantasy.
- Premiere: July 30.
Dr. Michael Morbius suffers from a rare blood disorder. He has only one hope of recovery. He decides on a risky and untested method and turns into a vampire as a result.
This film will be part of the cinematic universe, which was launched in "Venom" with Tom Hardy. Moreover, Sony relies on antiheroes and charismatic actors. The main role in the new film will be played by the famous actor and musician Jared Leto.
9. Bill and Ted
Bill & ted face the music
- USA, 2020.
- Comedy, fantasy.
- Premiere: August 20.
Two friends who once discovered time travel have grown old, but have never achieved anything in life. They again have to travel to other eras and write a rock hit to save the universe. The heroes are accompanied by their daughters.
Keanu Reeves returns to the fantastic role that once made him the star of youth comedy.
10. Monster Hunter
Monster hunter
- USA, Germany, Japan, China, 2020.
- Action, fantasy.
- Premiere: September 3.
A military unit from the UN led by Lieutenant Artemis finds himself in a parallel world inhabited by all kinds of monsters. To survive, they will have to find a mysterious Hunter who is better than others who can cope with monsters.
Based on the video game of the same name, this film is directed by Paul W. FROM. Anderson, who shot the franchise "resident Evilยป. And his wife Milla Jovovich will play the main role again.
11. Venom-2
Venom 2
- USA, 2020.
- Science fiction, thriller.
- Premiere: October 1.
The alien creature Venom, which has infiltrated the body of journalist Eddie Brock, continues to fight more dangerous enemies that have come to Earth. In the new film, he will face the villains Carnage and Screech.
This part will be directed by Andy Serkis, whom many know as the performer of the roles of Gollum and other unusual creatures. Tom Hardy will return to its image. And after the new contract between Marvel and Sony, fans are waiting for at least a small cameo of Spider-Man.
12. Eternal
Eternals
- USA, 2020.
- Action, fantasy.
- Premiere: November 4.
The plot of the film tells about an immortal race that existed long before the appearance of humanity. Its representatives will have to protect the Earth from the invasion of evil and very strong Deviants.
The new chapter of the MCU has a very impressive cast. Angelina Jolie, star of "Bodyguard"Richard Madden and Keith Harrington from Game of Thrones."
13. Godzilla vs. Kong
Godzilla vs. Kong
- USA, 2020.
- Science fiction, action, horror.
- Premiere: November 20.
The huge monsters Godzilla and Kong have maintained balance in nature for many years, fighting more dangerous creatures. But now they have to face a deadly battle.
Global crossover, in which the famous monsters will meet, they wanted to release in early 2020. But after the not too warm reception of the second film about Godzilla, the film was sent for revision.
14. Dune
Dune
- USA, 2020.
- Science fiction, adventure.
- Premiere: December 17.
The adaptation of the famous book by Frank Herbert tells about the heir to the ancient clan Paul Atreides, who ended up with his family on the sandy planet Arrakis. After the betrayal of Baron Harkonnen, the hero leads the population of the sands and must restore justice to the planet.
A famous director is working on a new film Denis Villeneuveand the cast is very impressive. The main roles will be played by Timothy Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin and other stars.
15. Army of the dead
Army of the dead
- USA, 2020.
- Horror, action, fantasy.
- Premiere: 2020.
A team of mercenaries is sent to an abandoned casino city to do a risky business there. The only problem is that hordes will stand in their way zombie.
Zach Snyder is filming a film for the streaming service Netflix after personal tragedy and leaving the DC MCU. The producers have already announced that they have given the director complete creative freedom and a considerable budget.
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