There is a reason why movies based on actual people and true events always excel at award shows. Life is multilayered, and movie buffs love to watch films with real substance that carry meaningful messages.
We’ve already compiled a list of superhero blockbusters this year that are expected to make a truckload of money at the box office all around the world. However, 2018 also has many more true stories coming to life on the big screen. Based on the Malaysian movie calendar, here are 10 of ’em coming your way.
1. 12 Strong: The Declassified True Story of the Horse Soldiers
- Release Date: 5th April 2018
- Director: Peter Landesman
- Movie Cast: Liam Neeson, Diane Lane, Marton Csokas, Josh Lucas, Tony Goldwyn, Michael C. Hall
“‘Mark Felt: The Man Who Brought Down the White House’ centres on ‘Deep Throat’, the pseudonym given to the notorious whistleblower for one of the greatest scandals of all time, Watergate. The true identity of the secret informant remained a mystery and source of much public curiosity and speculation for more than 30 years. That is until, in 2005, special agent Mark Felt shockingly revealed himself as the tipster. This unbelievable true story chronicles the personal and professional life of the brilliant and uncompromising Felt, who risked and ultimately sacrificed everything – his family, his career, his freedom – in the name of justice.”
8. Goodbye Christopher Robin
- Release Date: 19th April 2018
- Director: Simon Curtis
- Movie Cast: Domhnall Gleeson, Margot Robbie, Kelly Macdonald
Are y’all ready to re-enter the magical world of “Winnie the Pooh”? Inspired by real life events, “Goodbye Christopher Robin” shines the spotlight on “Winnie the Pooh” author A.A. Milne’s relationship with son and his love for toys. Set after the events of World War I, Milne was inspired one night when his son comes to him and say, “I’d really like if you wrote a book for me. I’d definitely read it.”
9. First Man
- Release Date: 11th October 2018
- Director: Damien Chazelle
- Movie Cast: Ryan Gosling, Corey Stoll, Kyle Chandler, Jon Bernthal, Claire Foy
Helmed by Oscar-winning “La La Land” director Damien Chazelle, “First Man” is based on the authorized biography “First Man: A Life Of Neil A. Armstrong” (written by NASA historian James R. Hansen). The story chronicles the test pilot-turned-astronaut’s time in the U.S. Space program leading up to the Apollo 11 mission that landed him on the moon and turned him into an American hero.
10. Bohemian Rhapsody
- Release Date: 25th December 2018
- Director: Dexter Fletcher
- Movie Cast: Rami Malek, Joe Mazzello, Ben Hardy, Gwilym Lee
There are very few music icons in the entertainment industry as recognisable as the Queen frontman Freddie Mercury. People were not just enamoured with his physical features but also his four-octave voice and flamboyant style. “Bohemian Rhapsody”, which stars Rami Malek as the music legend, will focus on Queen’s greatest moments including the band’s performance at Live Aid in 1985.
Which movies are you looking forward to watching the most? Let us know in the comments below.
