As heat waves keep things sizzling outside, so too does this month’s hot new titles, which we’ve rounded up in our July preview. Enjoy some indoor air conditioning and catch up on these highly anticipated films, both in theaters and streaming, from your living room. In our July preview, we include some films whose original releases were delayed due to the pandemic, as well as all-new releases.
We’re ready to settle in with a cold beverage and watch everything in this month’s July preview–are you?
No Sudden Move
What it’s about: A group of criminals are brought together under mysterious circumstances and have to work together to uncover what’s really going on when their simple job goes completely sideways.
Why we’re looking forward to it: After making Let Them All Talk for HBO Max, Steven Soderbergh is back with another film for the streaming service. Not only is he returning to his heist roots (with an amazing all-star cast to boot), but he’s taking things back to 1950s era noir, which is a time period we cannot wait to see his vision of.
‘No Sudden Move’ opens in select theaters and is available on HBO Max starting Thursday, July 1st.
Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)
What it’s about: Summer Of Soul (…Or, When The Revolution Could Not Be Televised) is a feature documentary about the legendary 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival which celebrated African American music and culture, and promoted Black pride and unity.
Why we’re looking forward to it: I first saw this film make its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival, and it was rightfully awarded the Festival Winner Documentary. Director Questlove knows that music is always accompanied by stories, and the stories here–along with never-before-seen archival footage–makes this one of the most powerful films of the year so far.
‘Summer Of Soul (…Or, When The Revolution Could Not Be Televised)’ opens in select theaters and is available on Hulu starting Friday, July 2nd.
Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain
What it’s about: A 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.
Why we’re looking forward to it: Seeing Anthony Bourdain’s extraordinary life brought to the big screen by Morgan Neville (20 Feet From Stardom) is sure to warm the hearts of his beloved fans, as well as inspire audiences.
‘Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain’ opens in select theaters on Friday, July 16th.
Ailey
What it’s about: An immersive portrait of dance pioneer Alvin Ailey, told through his own words and a new dance inspired by his life.
Why we’re looking forward to it: A documentary about a black man who changed the world with choreography and dance. I wasn’t previously familiar with Alvin Ailey but after watching the trailer, I realize that is going to have to change.
‘Ailey’ opens in select theaters and is available on Digital and VOD Platforms starting Friday, July 23rd.
Settlers
What it’s about: Mankind’s earliest settlers on the Martian frontier do what they must to survive the cosmic elements and each other.
Why we’re looking forward to it: This futuristic sci-fi film with Sofia Boutella and The Florida Projects‘s Brooklynn Prince looks like it will be an entertaining thrill ride that will also combine humanity and connection.
‘Settlers’ opens in select theaters and is available on Digital and VOD Platforms starting Friday, July 23rd.
The Green Knight
What it’s about: A fantasy re-telling of the medieval story of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.
Why we’re looking forward to it: The Green Knight was originally supposed to come out last year, so the fact that it’s finally getting its proper theatrical release now is beyond exciting. Director David Lowery’s incredible vision and Dev Patel deserve it.
‘The Green Knight’ opens in select theaters and is available on Digital and VOD Platforms starting Friday, July 30th.
