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This December brings with it a vast array of new movies. With an exciting winter break on the horizon, seeing a movie could be a great activity to relax and unwind. Here are four movies coming out in December that could interest many students across campus.
“West Side Story”
This Broadway classic of the same name is releasing in theaters Dec. 10 and stars Rachel Zegler and Ansel Elgort. Steven Spielberg directs the film, which focuses on the love story between Maria (Zegler) and Tony (Elgort) as they find themselves in a 1950s version of “Romeo and Juliet,” set in lively New York City.
“Don’t Look Up”
This film has an incredible cast list: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl Streep, Timothee Chalamet, Ariana Grande, Kid Cudi, Jonah Hill and Tyler Perry. “Don’t Look Up” releases in theaters on Dec.10 and will be available on Netflix Dec. 24.
The film is directed by Adam McKay and its official synopsis reads “Two astronomers go on a media tour to warn humankind of a planet-killing comet hurtling toward Earth. The response from a distracted world: Meh.”
“The Matrix Resurrections”
The fourth movie of the beloved “The Matrix” story releases on Dec. 22. Note that this date was purposeful, as it reads 12/22/21 numerically. The film is directed by Lana Wachowski and stars the impressive Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II.
Although it is available in theaters, “The Matrix Resurrections” also releases on the same date on HBO Max. Need to catch up on the first three installments of “The Matrix” films? HBO Max also offers “The Matrix” trilogy!
“Sing 2”
This movie is perfect for a family outing! “Sing 2,” the sequel to the very successful “Sing,” follows multiple lively animals as they show off their singing talents and fight their fears. The film releases in theaters Dec. 22 and is directed by Garth Jennings.
The cast includes Reese Witherspoon, Matthew McConaughey, Tori Kelly, Bono, Pharell Williams, Nick Kroll, Scarlett Johansson, Halsey, Bobby Cannavale and Nick Offerman.
