Cinema is a dynamic and ever-changing industry. Despite global pauses caused by the COVID-19 epidemic, the momentum in the film industry has not slowed. The popularity of streaming platforms has allowed audiences to enjoy a variety of performances from both seasoned professionals as well as newcomers. Take a look at the latest projects of some famous actors.
Tom Cruise is a superstar of the action movie world. He recently delighted fans by reprising the role of Pete “Maverick Mitchell” in the highly anticipated sequel Top Gun Maverick. The sequel comes 30 years after the original Top Gun. The movie was repeatedly delayed due to COVID-19. However, it is set to show off Cruise’s action prowess as well as his dedication to perform his own stunts.
Simon Pegg is also a co-star of Cruise in Mission: Impossible. He voiced Buck in Ice Age Collision course and starred as the lead in “Slaughterhouse Rules”, co-produced with his production company Stolen Picture. He appeared with Juno Temple recently in the thriller Lost Transmitters. In this role, he portrays a music producer who is battling schizophrenia. This shows a dramatic side to his acting.
Nicole Kidman is a Hollywood powerhouse. Kidman, who was acclaimed for her role in the HBO show Big Little Lies starred recently in The Goldfinch a Pulitzer Prize-winning adaptation of the novel with the same title. In her latest film, she collaborates with director Robert Eggers on The Northman a Viking revenge story set in Iceland around the turn of 10th century.
Margot Robbie has also been a part of a few exciting new releases. She is best known for her iconic DC Comics role as Harley Quinn. She will reprise her role as Harley Quinn in The Suicide Squad and bring her energy to Peter Rabbit 2 : The Runaway. In 2021 she is also set to star with Christian Bale, in an untitled David O. Russell film project.
Daniel Craig has also been very busy, despite being forever known as the new James Bond. No time to die is his highly anticipated fifth and final outing. Craig will then star in the comedy sequel Knives out 2. This proves that he is not giving up acting, even though he has left Bond behind.
Viola Davis continues to dazzle audiences with her captivating performances. She is currently starring in the historical epic The Woman King after her Oscar-nominated performances as Ma Rainey and The Widows. Davis is a master at bringing powerful women alive on screen.
Chris Evans is best known for playing Captain America in Marvel Cinematic Universe. He has now shifted his focus to other roles. The popular actor was a hit in Knives out. It marked a major change for him. He will voice Buzz Lightyear, the original human astronaut that inspired the toy in Pixar Lightyear.
The cinematic landscape is awash with outstanding performances by famous actors, whether they are reprising their familiar roles or exploring new outlets. We look forward to what these talented actors have in store for the future as the world returns to normality.