Year Ender 2023: From Barbie to Oppenheimer, Take a Look at the Biggest Hollywood Hits
In 2023, Hollywood delivered exceptional films, captivating global audiences with awe-inspiring action, emotional narratives, and powerful storytelling, ruling box offices.
As the year 2023 draws to a close, Hollywood has left an indelible mark on moviegoers worldwide. This year has been a cinematic feast, delivering an array of exceptional films that captivated hearts and ruled the global box office. From awe-inspiring action sequences to poignant emotional narratives, Hollywood's offerings have resonated deeply with audiences. These movies showcased exemplary direction, powerful dialogues, and moments that lingered in viewers' minds. 2023 stands tall as a year that not only entertained but also reaffirmed the transformative power of storytelling in cinema. Box Office Year-Ender 2023: From Prabhas' Adipurush to Kartik Aaryan's Shehzada, Bollywood’s Biggest BO Failures That Failed To Set Cash Registers Ringing This Year!
Here, we will take a look at some of the biggest Hollywood hits of the year 2023:
Barbie
Barbie, directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, soared to success, topping charts with a staggering $1.36 billion in global box office collections. The film revolves around Barbie and Ken, immersed in the idyllic Barbie Land. Their foray into the real world unveils both its wonders and challenges, offering a delightful exploration of life among humans in this colorful tale. Barbie Movie Review: Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling Excel in This Relevant Satire Filled with Hilarious Meta Commentary (LatestLY Exclusive).
Oppenheimer
Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer, featuring Cillian Murphy, stormed theaters, earning praise for Murphy's portrayal of J Robert Oppenheimer. The cinematic spectacle amassed $950 million globally. Set during WWII, Lt Gen Leslie Groves Jr tasks physicist J Robert Oppenheimer with the Manhattan Project's secrecy. Years of scientific endeavor culminate in history's first nuclear explosion on July 16, 1945, altering humanity's trajectory forever.
Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One
Tom Cruise's Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One not only dazzled audiences with heart-pounding action but also dominated the box office, grossing $567 million worldwide. The plot follows Ethan Hunt and the IMF team racing against time to prevent a catastrophic new weapon from wreaking havoc. As the stakes escalate, Ethan grapples with the notion that the mission's success outweighs personal sacrifices, facing a formidable adversary in a high-stakes global pursuit.
John Wick: Chapter 4
Keanu Reeves' John Wick: Chapter 4 emerged as a beloved film and character in 2023, captivating audiences and grossing $440.1 million globally. The storyline follows legendary hitman John Wick, escalating his battle against the High Table across continents. From New York to Paris, Japan to Berlin, Wick navigates a perilous global pursuit, confronting the underworld's most formidable figures as the bounty on his head intensifies. John Wick Chapter 4 Movie Review: Keanu Reeves Impresses for the Fourth Time in This High-Adrenaline Actioner with Masterful Stuntwork! (LatestLY Exclusive).
Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol 3
Guardians of The Galaxy Vol 3 earned accolades from critics, lauding James Gunn's direction, screenplay, visuals, soundtrack, performances, and blend of action, emotion, and humor. Seen as a fitting finale to the trilogy, it surpassed $845 million globally.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Dec 15, 2023 10:01 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).