The cinema industry continues to grow and flourish, with many popular actresses gracing its big screen. This brings us a variety of new films each year. In spite of the global pandemic challenges, several notable productions were released in recent years, showcasing some of Hollywood’s best leading ladies. This article will give you a rundown of the recent cinematic releases that have caught our eye.
Scarlett Johansson is one of Hollywood’s most talented actors. Her latest film, “Black Widow”, (2021) has been a hit. Natasha Romanoff, a.k.a. Black Widow was one of this year’s most anticipated films. Johansson reprised the role for which she is best known in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Johansson was a great performer, even though the movie had to be delayed due to the pandemic. The character she has played since ‘Iron Man 2 (2010)’ was given a fitting send-off in ‘Black Widow.
Carey Mulligan is another actress who has made waves with her latest movie this year. Mulligan, who has been praised for her many roles and performances throughout the years, starred as Cassandra Thomas in the captivating thriller “Promising young woman” (2020). She was nominated for an Academy Award as Best Actress in recognition of her outstanding performance. Mulligan’s transformational portrayal and the film’s innovative exploration of themes such as consent and revenge made it a standout in cinema.
Frances McDormand is a familiar face from the Academy Awards. She starred in “Nomadland”, a critically acclaimed movie (2020). McDormand gave a powerful performance in the film as a woman embarking on a journey across the American West, as a nomad of the modern age. This was after the Great Recession. She was awarded the third Academy Award as Best Actress for her immersive performance, which reaffirmed her status amongst the most talented actors of her generation. Nomadland, directed by Chloe Zhao is an affecting and haunting exploration of the life on the road.
Viola Davis is an actress who has a reputation for taking on complex and challenging roles. Davis captivated audiences with her electrifying performance in “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” (2010). Davis, who played Ma Rainey the “Mother of the Blues,” gave an Oscar-nominated performance. The film is based on August Wilson’s play and explores the exploitation black recording artists faced in the 1920s. It’s a great showcase for Davis’ transformational abilities.
Let’s not forget Emma Stone who played the fashion-obsessed villain in Disney’s upcoming “Cruella”. Stone’s wickedly delightful performance in the film seems almost tailored-made to the story of Cruella de Vil, the villain from “101 Dalmatians”. Emma Stone’s witty, stylish and versatile “devil wears Prada-esque” movie has created a lot of buzz. It also shows her magnetic versatility.
These esteemed women have managed to capture global audiences through their powerful performances. They are able to do this by delivering a variety of captivating and unique narratives. These actresses have pushed cinema to new heights with a mixture of action-packed dramas like ‘Black Widow,’ a cunning revenge plot, such as ‘Promising young woman’, explorations of nomadic lifestyles, such as ‘Nomadland,’ a powerful portrayal of racism in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, and a glamorous dive into villainy, such as ‘Cruella.’ This is an exciting time for film lovers, as we watch these incredible performances and anticipate what these talented actors will bring to us in the near future.