2020 already looks like a year stacked full of brilliant films, and I have decided to break down by genre the ones I am most excited about. Some films are undated but sure to be out in 2020, and some may always change dates.
But for now, in order from bottom to top, this is my list of most anticipated romance/musicals due to come out in 2020.
10. Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
The stage phenomenon gets it big screen adaptation later in 2020 and if it is any good, then the power of the brand is likely it make this a big hit, especially in Britain.
9. Wild Mountain Thyme
Emily Blunt looks set to have a great and varied year. She is the lead of this romantic comedy, as well as leading Jungle Cruise (action/comedy) and A Quiet Place II (Horror).
8. Happiest Season
A romantic comedy starring Kristen Stewart and Mackenzie Davis. This is sure to be a huge deal for the LGBT community and rightfully so, and hopefully it will be a big deal for society in general as films like this should become the new normal, not a stand out.
7. Emma
Anya Taylor-Joy starring as the lead of a Jane Austen comedy seems like a dream come true, and we are actually getting it here.
6. Tick, Tick… Boom
Lin Manuel Miranda makes his cinematic directing debut with this film set to star Andrew Garfield and Vanessa Hudgens, based on the life of composer Jonathan Larson.
5. The Prom
Ryan Murphy is adapting the stage smash for Netflix and it will Star an incredible cast including Meryl Streep, James Corden, Nicole Kidman, Awkwafina, Keegan-Michael Kay, and Ariana Grande. With such a high level of talent, this is sure to be one of the events of 2020.
4. Annette
This musical drama will Star two of indie cinemas greatest talents; Adam Driver and Marion Cotillard, in what could very easily become a big awards player next year.
3. In The Heights
The trailer looks packed full of colour and hwart, with a real celebration of culture and of New York. This could be a huge hit in July and potentially introduce us to some talented new stars.
2. West Side Story
Legendary director Steven Spielberg takes on the iconic West Side Story. While I am unsure how he will tackle a musical and would rather see Spielberg do original content, the story is iconic and for years I have been a fan of newcomer Rachel Zegler’s social media, and she is one of the main reasons I am so excited for this film.
1. Ammonite
Saoirse Ronan and Kate Winslet star as two women caught up in a passionate love affair. If this isn’t one of your most anticipated films of the year then what possibly is?
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