Upcoming Film Premiers

The next couple months' big film releases should be worth hitting up in the theatres. There are a few obvious must-see sequels as well as some new films that look promising. There are also 3 films out right now that look worth seeing. I have yet to see 127 Hours and True Grit, both of which have done very well with the critics. Tron: Legacy is the other one of the 3 out now that I have seen, it was extremely eye-appealing with great graphics and action/racing sequences. Box office results will undoubtedly rise with the spring temperatures as these films premier this spring and summer. Below is included the latest trailer (if available) and release date along with a short synopsis of what I have heard about it.

 The Eagle (Feb. 11)

I have already posted about this film, in my anticipation of it being towards the top of 2011's theatre releases.
Beyond it being about the lost 9th legion and starring Channing Tatum, be prepared to see this winter's blockbuster coming this Friday.

I Am Number 4 (Feb. 18)

The second of 2011's superhero genre, I Am looks to be of a similar plot to Pete Berg's 2008 Hancock. Stars Alex Pettyfer as a young adult with powers he attempts to conceal, and his survival and protection of others when those powers are exposed.

Unknown (Feb. 18)

Looking similar in drama to Neeson's 2008 action, Taken, Neeson's character awakens from a coma to find someone in his place in life, with no one believing him.

Beastly (March 4)

The only romance-genre film you will find on this list, I liked the idea of the classic Beauty and the Beast theme converted into modern contexts. Starring Alex Pettyfer (again) and Venessa Hudgens.

Battle: Los Angeles (March 11)

Looking potentially similar to 2010 thriller, Skyline, plus a lot more action and a ton better acting and plot, Battle looks to be one of the better thriller/alien films of 2011. Starring Aaron Eckhart (Harvey Dent in The Dark Knight)

Source Code (April 1)

Kind of a Vantage Point with a time travel feel, Jake Gyllenhaal plays a soldier on a mission to prevent an act of terrorism by being placed in another man's body.

Your Highness (April 8)

Former Pineapple Express actors Danny McBride and James Franco star alongside Natalie Portman in this medieval comedy of rescuing a princess. Will definitely be one of the better comedies of 2011.

Hanna (April 8)

The only hitwoman/government conspiracy-type film on this list, Hanna is a film about a young girl aiding her father get revenge on those she hunts, starring Saoirse Ronan.

Apollo 18 (April 22)

Another trailer that leaves a lot to the imagination, the government conspiracy/UFO sighting will always help the box office. No announced cast as of yet.


Fast Five (April 29)

Potentially the most action-packed installment of the Fast and Furious series, Vin Diesel and Paul Walker return to drive fast and avoid bullets.

Thor (May 6)

Continuing the Marvel legacy, Thor proceeds the Iran Man series with more action-packed computer graphics. Exiled from another realm, Thor, played by Chris Hemsworth, uses his powers to defend Earth.

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (May 20)

Johnny Depp returns to the fourth part of the ever-popular pirate series as Jack Sparrow in his hunt for the Fountain of Youth, while teaming with new cast members such as Penelope Cruz.

Tree of Life (May 27)

An obvious must see with Brad Pitt as the lead role, Tree is projected to be the deepest drama on this list, as Pitt delves into the relationships of fathers and their sons.

X-Men: First Class (June 3)

With the trailer only being released yesterday, this prequel of the popular sci-fi series has sort of snuck up on us movie viewers. With a completely different cast than the original series (due to age) this film looks at the origins and diverging friendship of Professor Xavier and Magneto, starring James McAvoy and Michael Fassbender.

Super 8 (June 10)

The most secretive film on this list, the trailers do very little to explain the plot, which should keep the suspense up until the premier. This alien film stars Elle Fanning and Kyle Chandler.

Green Lantern (June 17)

Projected to have less comedy and more sci-fi sequences than recent comic book hero film Green Hornet, Ryan Reynolds plays the character of a pilot who gains powers after an encounter with an alien invader, subsequently having to utilize his powers to save mankind.

Transformers: Dark of the Moon (July 1)

The third installment of the series, Dark of the Moon doesn't appear to get away from the original storyline much, but does look to create an interesting twist by adding a plot of the moon landing. No longer starring smokin' Megan Fox, LaBeouf and the film look to continue the previous tradition of some of the finest action computer graphics created.


Captain America: The First Avenger (July 22)

Another part of the Marvel Avenger/Thor/Iron Man series, Chris Evans stars as the empowered war hero Captain America and initiates the storyline of the Avengers to come. Sure to be packed with historical action, this is one of my most anticipated films of the year.

Cowboys & Aliens (July 29)

Easily my most anticipated film of 2011, Iron Man/western hybrid Cowboys should prove very entertaining led by Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford. Olivia Wilde aids in the stellar cast that should bring in a good box office with its projected solid graphics and an innovative plot.

Other interesting films that come out in late 2011 include: Real Steel, Moneyball, 3 Musketeers, Untitled Sherlock Holmes sequel, Immortals, The Thing. The Dark Knight Rises, The Avengers, and the Spider-Man 4th part will also sneak up on us in 2012. Some films I chose to avoid preview due to my lack of interest include: Hangover, Part II (May 26), Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows, Part II (July 15), and The Twilight Saga, Breaking Dawn- Part 1 (November 18).

Here's to hoping these films pan out in the next couple months...
-Jarid Holliday