2009’s Top Movies
This year has been really great for movies. Some of the better ones are even made available for the commercial audience and not just limited to special features or festivals. Below are our choices for this year’s five greatest movies:
INGLOURIOUS BASTARDS – The film delivered artistic value and intellectual relevance all at the same time. It’s also so much entertaining to watch. It was a very ambitious undertaking for Quentin Tarantino, but it was one that he pulled off really well. Story-telling was tight and well-written and the action scenes were killer scenes, as expected. The acting ensemble was also commendable.
UP – This animation touched the heart of many movie-goers. For sure, no one will be forgetting the film’s first 15 minutes any time sooner. The characterization was truly special and resonant, while the graphic details, of course, remained superior.
500 DAYS OF SUMMER – It was quite unconventional how this film was presented. It had a very fitting leading lady who charmed her way into our hearts. But the surprise of the movie is actually in its male lead, who showed his range, depth and versatility.
JULIE/JULIA – Meryl Streep nailed her character really well playing the iconic Julia Child. Amy Adams on the other hand, delivered yet another natural, critically acclaimed performance. The film delivers such a cute story of two people whose lives are actually so much in parallel of each other.
DISTRICT 9 – While everyone was watching Transformers Revenge of The Fallen, they should have actually been watching this film instead. The action scenes may be no match to the Michael Bay flick, but the story line is of a higher standard.
Here’s to more great movies in 2010!
