So, this past year in movie reviews didn't go exactly as planned. I wanted to try and do as many as possible but I just didn't, not sure why...maybe I just didn't feel the need but I will try my best from this point on to do so. I will do a TOP 10 of 2010, and than move on to reviews of the 2 films I've seen already this New Year... (this list is partially inspired by my co-worker Marcus)
10. AN EDUCATION: Great little movie about needing to be an adult, and realize that everything you want is not always the best. Your decisions decide how your life will turn out. 8/10
9. SHUTTER ISLAND: A good thriller that throws you back a bit. Scorsese does a great job with this one, and gets a lot of help from Leonardo DiCaprio in his portrayal of a psychotic/confused man trying to solve a case and fix his own life. 8/10
8.KICK-ASS: Another fun independent comic film that not many people knew about prior to this films release. Matthew Vaughn does a great job with this film, Aaron Johnson (Kick-Ass) is a good young actor and I look forward to seeing him grow as an actor. 8/10
7.BLACK SWAN: Mostly attended this film to see the lovely Natalie Portman. She of course is a great part of this film, but overall it's an enjoyable flick. Aronofsky is a great visual director and this one is no exception. The story was a little forced at time, but it works well. 8/10
6.TRUE GRIT: One of the very few remakes that actually worked out and turned out being good. Jeff Bridges is a great actor, gotta love his work in all his films. Of course this is also one of the Cohen Brothers films, so there wasn't a surprise that this was going to be a good one. 8/10
5.NOWHERE BOY: A quiet, no promotion film that is definitely going to go unnoticed in all the award ceremonies and audiences. The film is based on the early life of John Lennon (portrayed by Aaron Johnson) is a great film that brings light to the short lived life of one of the best musicians that came to music world. 8/10
4.NEVER LET ME GO: Another film that is sure to go unnoticed, and I feel sad for it. Three powerful actors star in this film (Carey Mulligan, Andrew Garfield, and Keira Knightley). A very well done film that is heartbreaking and powerful. The science of the film, and the way it is adapted made the film that much better. It's science fiction but in real-life setting. 8/10
3.THE TOWN: Ben Affleck, you finally made a film outside the Kevin Smith-verse that was good. And not only that, you directed it. I comende you on a great film. Another great gangster-drama that delievers a powerful story and great skills of acting by not only Mr.Affleck, but Jeremy Renner and Rebecca Hall. Wonderful film that I'm excited to watch again. 9/10
2.SOCIAL NETWORK: A movie about the formation and legal battle of Facebook? This couldn't possibly work as a film...right? Wrong. It works. And it works well. This was the definitely the surprise hit of the year. It was an overall great film with powerful acting from rookie-ish actors (Jesse Eisenbergh and Andrew Garfield) and a powerful well developed story. I didn't expect to like this movie as much as I did, and excited to watch it again. And even though it's not my number 1, I'm okay with it winning the Oscar for great film. 9/10
1.INCEPTION: Chris Nolan, you just can't do a thing wrong. I have so much faith with DARK KNIGHT RISES in 2012. This film is probably the most original and indept film that has come to the big screens in years. The story is amazing, the acting incredible, the visuals, settings, and special effects were to die for. I have not been this blown away by a film in such a long time. I loved every aspect of this one...can't explain my love of this film. 10/10
This sums up film for the year of 2010....
...and now it's time for 2011. Let's see what it's going to bring....
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