Best Movies of 2021 So Far
The best movies of 2021 by Jacob Machine (M4CH1N3) IG @jacobmachine3 . I make industrial hip hop, have written 3 books and made 2 movies as well. If you enjoy this list, look for my work.
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- DirectorJared Jay MasonClark RuncimanStarsJordan Ashley GrierSwayde McCoyFor their first romantic get-away as a couple, Gabby and Michael take a trip to a remote, upscale cabin in the mountains. The first night takes a terrifying turn when Michael slips into an alternate persona that claims to be God, speaking through Michael's body. He delivers the message that Gabby will die before the end of the trip and is destined for Hell--unless she will believe what Michael says is true, repent, and worship him. Is Michael a manipulative psychopath, intent on gas-lighting her? Is he mentally ill? Or could the impossible really be happening-a direct experience with her creator, offering one last life-line out of an unthinkable eternity?Top 5 favorite movies ever made. Dive into this film with open eyes and you'll be treated to the mindfuck of a lifetime. Just won best script & actor at the Prison City Film Festival.
- DirectorAdam McKayStarsLeonardo DiCaprioJennifer LawrenceMeryl StreepTwo low-level astronomers must go on a giant media tour to warn humankind of an approaching comet that will destroy planet Earth.I started a trial on Netflix just to watch this movie. Been waiting to see it all year and it ended up being better than I had expected. A great cast in a situation that quickly turns delightfully ridiculous and absurd. Through the dark comedy rests an all too possible potential horror lurking behind every moment in perfect execution. This exceptional cosmic horror comedy reflects the modern world all too well and is one of the best of the year.
- DirectorMichael RiandaJeff RoweStarsAbbi JacobsonDanny McBrideMaya RudolphA quirky, dysfunctional family's road trip is upended when they find themselves in the middle of the robot apocalypse and suddenly become humanity's unlikeliest last hope.One of the best animated films from the past few years. If you don't have Netflix, you can rent it digitally online now so don't sleep on this one if you missed it this year.
- DirectorMorgan NevilleStarsAsia ArgentoAnthony BourdainAriane BourdainA documentary about Anthony Bourdain and his career as a chef, writer and host, revered and renowned for his authentic approach to food, culture and travel.As someone who struggles with life myself, this film was a true inspiration for me to never give up. Anthony Bourdain was a fantastic individual, and I appreciate his story as well as the story shared by those who were fortunate enough to spend time with him and tell the tale.
- DirectorPhilip GelattMorgan Galen KingStarsRichard E. GrantLucy LawlessPatton OswaltUltra-violent, epic fantasy set in a land of magic follows heroes from different eras and cultures battling against a malevolent force.Never heard of this movie until I saw it and I was blown away. This is my kinda movie, reflecting mother nature and humanity in a way I have never seen before on film, much less even with its old school animation style. A must see for every thinking human.
- DirectorTommy WirkolaStarsNoomi RapaceAksel HennieAtle AntonsenA dysfunctional couple head to a remote cabin to reconnect, but each has intentions to kill the other. Before they can carry out their plans, unexpected visitors arrive and they face a greater danger.
- DirectorDavid LoweryStarsDev PatelAlicia VikanderJoel EdgertonA fantasy retelling of the medieval story of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.Epic. I love this movie and the strange tale that it weaves. You'll be surprised, you'll be shocked. Moments of cryptic cinematography will leave you in awe. Go see this one on the big screen.
- DirectorIlya NaishullerStarsBob OdenkirkAleksey SerebryakovConnie NielsenA docile family man slowly reveals his true character after his house gets burgled by two petty thieves, which, coincidentally, leads him into a bloody war with a Russian crime boss.I absolutely loved this movie. An action comedy with heart for the hero nobody in all of us. If you enjoy the style of John Wick or just need some kick ass entertainment with a few genuine laughs, this is certainly one for you. Going in my top 100.
- DirectorSteven KostanskiStarsNita-Josée HannaOwen MyreMatthew NinaberAfter unearthing a gem that controls an evil monster looking to destroy the Universe, a young girl and her brother use it to make him do their bidding.If you enjoy 80's style horror movies and dark humor, you will absolutely love this movie. Most fun I've had watching a film since 2019 other than Shirt Happens.
- DirectorJaco BouwerStarsMonique RockmanCarel NelAlex van DykAn injured forest ranger on a routine mission is saved by two off-the-grid survivalists. What is initially a welcome rescue grows more suspicious as the son and his renegade father reveal a cultish devotion to the forest.A perfect head trip horror film for the power of nature in the face of humanity.
- DirectorNeil BurgerStarsColin FarrellTye SheridanLily-Rose DeppA crew of astronauts on a multi-generational mission descend into paranoia and madness, not knowing what is real or not.Have no idea why this has a low score on IMDB. This is a great work of a film that everyone should watch. Reflects on what it is to be human and the future of mankind. Essential viewing in my own personal opinion.
- DirectorRyan KrugerStarsGary GreenChanelle de JagerBrett WilliamsBarry is a drug-addled, abusive bastard who - after yet another bender - is abducted by aliens. Barry takes a backseat as an alien visitor assumes control of his body and takes it for a joyride through Cape Town. What follows is an onslaught of drugs, sex and violence as our alien tourist enters the weird and wonderful world of humankind. FRIED BARRY is based upon the short film of the same name, which earned 57 official selections and 12 wins at festivals around the world.I loved this movie. I do not get a chance to laugh often, and this bizzare indie blast gave out some of the best wtf moments I've seen in a while. I you love B horror films and strange tales on a budget, you gotta watch this.
- DirectorJulia DucournauStarsVincent LindonAgathe RousselleGarance MarillierFollowing a series of unexplained crimes, a father is reunited with the son who has been missing for ten years.A very, very strange film that I loved watching. Fucked up with a heart. Top notch cast, direction and cinematography. If you enjoy weird films, this a cannot miss movie. If you are easily unsettled, maybe go watch TV.
- DirectorVincenzo NataliStarsDavid HewlettAndrew MillerGordon PinsentAfter a terrible day, two good friends and housemates find the outside world converted into a featureless and empty white void.This is a placeholder for a new movie I made myself called Shirt Happens. Doesn't have an IMDB page, so search Shirt Happens Full Movie on Youtube and you'll find it. A dark comedy about mental health in the isolation of modern times. There has never been anything else like it before.
- CreatorMark ZasloveRob HudnutStarsRob PaulsenTony JayRichard MollMax, a twelve-year-old boy, finds a magical cap that can teleport him across dimensions.I also edited together & just released a new fan film of my favorite cartoon from when I was a kid. I edited the 39 episodes over 13 or so hours down into a less than 2 hour long movie for anyone to watch for free. If you've never heard of the show and enjoy 90s cartoons, this is certainly a buried treasure. My personal favorite.
- DirectorChris McKayStarsChris PrattYvonne StrahovskiJ.K. SimmonsA family man is drafted to fight in a future war where the fate of humanity relies on his ability to confront the past.This surprised me. I expected to enjoy it, but ended up loving it. Better than Independence Day with interesting concepts and some phenomenal creature effects. I always have fun watching alien movies, this is actually one of my new favorites.
- DirectorDavid Gordon GreenStarsJamie Lee CurtisJudy GreerAndi MatichakSurviving victims of Michael Myers form a vigilante mob and vow to end his reign of terror.Didn't like the first last Halloween actually, but this one ended up being pretty hardcore. Happy to see it, a horror film that goes all out.
- DirectorVictor DanellStarsChristoffer NordenrotLisa HenniJesper BarkseliusSweden faces a mysterious attack while Alex tries to reunite with his youth love, Anna.Caught me off guard. The movie itself it is exceptionally well done and a true horror film. Excellent character development and cinematography with some head spinning moments that actually shook me as a viewer. Certainly worth a watch.
- DirectorJohn KrasinskiStarsEmily BluntMillicent SimmondsCillian MurphyFollowing the events at home, the Abbott family now face the terrors of the outside world. Forced to venture into the unknown, they realize the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats lurking beyond the sand path.Wow. Now this is a great horror film and a perfect addition to the first part. Watch it and be blown away.
- DirectorCraig GillespieStarsEmma StoneEmma ThompsonJoel FryA live-action prequel feature film following a young Cruella de Vil.The first surprisingly great Disney movie in a long, long time. Like a woman Joker movie. Great soundtrack, cast, sets and characters. I always say if Walt was around today he wouldn't like the company and would be disappointed with how it is being handled these days. Wonder how it may have felt about this. I enjoyed it quite well myself & certainly worth a watch. Fun.
- DirectorJoe CarnahanStarsGerard ButlerFrank GrilloAlexis LouderOn the run from a lethal assassin, a wily con artist devises a scheme to hide out inside a small-town police station-but when the hitman turns up at the precinct, an unsuspecting rookie cop finds herself caught in the crosshairs.Didn't expect to enjoy this one as much as I did, but I think it was pretty great and deserved more credit than it got. Excellent performances with a great cast of characters to keep the isolated setting of the film in constant creative motion. Fun.
- DirectorJames GunnStarsMargot RobbieIdris ElbaJohn CenaSupervillains Harley Quinn, Bloodsport, Peacemaker, and a collection of nutty cons at Belle Reve prison join the super-secret, super-shady Task Force X as they are dropped off at the remote, enemy-infused island of Corto Maltese.A truly fun film filled with dark humor and action that is worthy of seeing on the big screen. Much, much better than the previous Suicide Squad movie.
- DirectorDenis VilleneuveStarsTimothée ChalametRebecca FergusonZendayaA noble family becomes embroiled in a war for control over the galaxy's most valuable asset while its heir becomes troubled by visions of a dark future.Enjoyed this film as I had hoped for, just wish the second part was already in production. It's gonna take a while to see the story complete which is a shame. A better, in my opinion, Star Wars like film.
- DirectorChloé ZhaoStarsGemma ChanRichard MaddenAngelina JolieThe saga of the Eternals, a race of immortal beings who lived on Earth and shaped its history and civilizations.
- DirectorEdgar WrightStarsThomasin McKenzieAnya Taylor-JoyMatt SmithAspiring fashion designer Eloise is mysteriously able to return to 1960s London, where she encounters dazzling wannabe singer Sandie. But the glamour is not as it seems, and the dreams of the past crack and splinter into something darker.A great horror film, even better than I thought it would be. Top notch characters and cinematography with enough twists and turns to keep the tale alive and thriving. Really enjoyed the ending and how it all came together.