There has been a huge surge in recent years when it comes to musical movies making big waves in cinema. Whether it be a biopic about one of the world's most influential stars of the music industry, or an entirely fictional work featuring some of Hollywood's biggest names, cinema is enjoying some of its most magical entries in memory. Of course, not all of the performances given are up there with the best.

Here, we're not only celebrating those who have surprised us with their vocal ability, but also picking out a trio of performances that didn't quite hit the right notes! Let us know your favourites!

Best: Taron Egerton in Rocketman

If you get the chance to check out Rocketman on the big screen over the next few weeks, make sure you do so. Egerton doesn't only embody Elton John brilliantly, but lends his own vocals to some of the singer's most iconic hits to brilliant effect. Some had been worried about Egerton taking on the tracks himself, and suggested he should have lip-synced as Rami Malek did in Bohemian Rhapsody, but fortunately those worries were unfounded. He's the perfect man for the job.

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Worst: Adam Sandler in The Wedding Singer

Now don't get me wrong, there are plenty of people who would love an Adam Sandler album. He has many fans claiming that he could have gone on to enjoy a career in rock if he hadn't been such a successful actor. But the screeching that goes on in The Wedding Singer simply does nothing for me. 

Best: Anne Hathaway in Les Misérables

Think you've heard the best version of I Dreamed A Dream after Susan Boyle smashed her initial Britain's Got Talent audition? Think again. Anne Hathaway gives the singing sensation a run for her money and then some, with her gorgeous rendition of the emotional tune in the 2012's adaptation of Les Misérables. Press play, close your eyes and just listen.

Worst: Emma Watson in Beauty and the Beast

Disney did so much right with Beauty and the Beast, but layering so much auto-tune on top of Emma Watson's vocals was not the best decision. I'm not even laying the blame for this one on Watson - I'm sure she has a lovely voice that didn't need to be messed with as much as it was in the end product - this is entirely the fault of those who worked behind-the-scenes and turned Belle into a robot.

Best: Bradley Cooper in A Star is Born

Bradley Cooper says he spent months in vocal training for A Star is Born, and his hard work clearly paid off. He sounds as polished as any rockstar in the charts right now, and stands perfectly alongside pop powerhouse Lady Gaga on this award-winning soundtrack. Astounding throughout, and hopefully just the start of Cooper's flirtation with musical performances. 

Worst: Pierce Brosnan in Mamma Mia

You can't help but laugh when Pierce Brosnan has to give a solo vocal performance in the Mamma Mia movies. Sure, it brings a layer of realism to the whole thing, as not everybody in the world is a treat for the ears when they open their mouths, but it feels as though the audience is laughing at Brosnan, rather than with the actor.

Best: Anna Kendrick in Pitch Perfect

I couldn't go through this entire list without mentioning the brilliant Pitch Perfect trilogy! Anna Kendrick is without a doubt the strongest link in the entire franchise, and the range of different performances she gives in the films make it hard to pick a favourite! I've gone for her cover of Freedom!, originally by George Michael, because it's such a heartwarming moment.

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