Wednesday, December 23, 2015

Movies of the Year - 2015

There has been some pretty fantastic films this year so I proudly present my one (sometimes two) film exclusive entry for the year!!
Here are my favorite films of the year 2015!!  And yes, #9 is a huge surprise but I can't deny it's fun.

1.  White God (FehĂ©r isten) - An epic revenge tale/love letter to true animal lovers featuring my Oscar pick for Best Actor - BODY the dog!!!

2.  Wild Tales (Relatos salvajes) - Very dark, very hilarious anthology film.  The climax is fantastic!
                                                 

3.  Kingsman - The Secret Service - LOVED it!!  One of the best special agent films in quite awhile!  Its brand of comedy is fantastic as well, especially the awesomely raunchy ending!
                                                 

4.  Brooklyn -  Heartwarming and pure as fuck!!  That's all I can say about it.  Fantastic!
                                                 

5.  Carol - Beautiful and poetic love story featuring one of the greats in Blanchett!
                                                 

6.  It Follows - Lovely piece of thriller/horror.  Made me afraid to have sex for at least a week!! 
                                                 

7.  Room - My 2nd pick for Best Actor - Jacob Tremblay!!  While it has its overly dramatic moments, it's ultimately a very touching ode to the bond between a mom and her child.  
                                                 

8. The New Girlfriend (Une nouvelle amie) - Dark comedy greatness!  Romain Duris is fantastic in the lead role.  
                                                 

9.  Star Wars:  The Force Awakens - Fanboy handjob gone horribly right!  Engrossing even for a non-fanboy like myself.  The quick pace keeps your interest held throughout.  
                                                 

10.  Sicario - What I loved most about this movie is the tension.   Much like the lead character, I never really knew what was going on or where the story was going until the very end.  Love that!
                                                 


Honorable Mention:
The best bad film of the year:  THE BOY NEXT DOOR!!!

Worst films of the year:
The Hunger Games:  Mockingjay Part II / The Assassin

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