Here is my favourite movies in 2011 so far. In no particular order.
The Tree of life
If you are even slightly more interested in cinema than the average Joe, The Tree of Life is a must watch for you. Director Terrence Mallick has created a world which has divided the audience into extreme opposites with worshippers who hail the film as one of the greatest ever creations of art at one end; while the other extreme consists of bored and frustrated viewers calling it a pseudo- intellectual wasteful effort.
Notwithstanding the immense hype and hate surrounding it, the film is an educational experience. The layered surrealities, the total abstractness, the complex tone and stunnning visuals found a fan in me. What about you?
I Saw the Devil
Not for the squeamish, this korean thriller is extremely dark, unforgettable, obscene and violent. Making it an excellent film. Kim ji Woon, the master craftsman of this genre that he is, handles all the aforementioned negative excesses with such fine dexterity that turns the film into a very engaging, relentless and satisfying experience.
50/50
A cancer movie that is funny! And not the cringe-inducing unintentional type of hilarity, but the genuine kind. 50/50 is one of those rare relatable life stories ( real life too, it is infact loosely based on the life of screenwriter Will Reiser) that weaves together all the elements of drama, seriousness, emotions and humour effortlessly, creating an impressive film. With terrific performances by Seth Rogen and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, 50/50 is a poignant and honest film with a lot of heart.
Incendies
Strongly recommended, this Canadian masterpiece (meaning scorching) is a stunning and haunting piece of work that stays with you long after it is over. Intense and horrific, it will shake you to the core. A story of a family drama in essence, but whose meaning goes far beyond the events of the surface narrative. Watch.
Mentions:
X-Men: First Class - The best superhero movie of the year, and a fantastic reboot of a deteriorating franchise.
Bridesmaids - Hilarious. Unexpectedly funny.
P.S.- Haven't seen Drive yet.
The Tree of life
If you are even slightly more interested in cinema than the average Joe, The Tree of Life is a must watch for you. Director Terrence Mallick has created a world which has divided the audience into extreme opposites with worshippers who hail the film as one of the greatest ever creations of art at one end; while the other extreme consists of bored and frustrated viewers calling it a pseudo- intellectual wasteful effort.
Notwithstanding the immense hype and hate surrounding it, the film is an educational experience. The layered surrealities, the total abstractness, the complex tone and stunnning visuals found a fan in me. What about you?
I Saw the Devil
Not for the squeamish, this korean thriller is extremely dark, unforgettable, obscene and violent. Making it an excellent film. Kim ji Woon, the master craftsman of this genre that he is, handles all the aforementioned negative excesses with such fine dexterity that turns the film into a very engaging, relentless and satisfying experience.
50/50
A cancer movie that is funny! And not the cringe-inducing unintentional type of hilarity, but the genuine kind. 50/50 is one of those rare relatable life stories ( real life too, it is infact loosely based on the life of screenwriter Will Reiser) that weaves together all the elements of drama, seriousness, emotions and humour effortlessly, creating an impressive film. With terrific performances by Seth Rogen and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, 50/50 is a poignant and honest film with a lot of heart.
Incendies
Strongly recommended, this Canadian masterpiece (meaning scorching) is a stunning and haunting piece of work that stays with you long after it is over. Intense and horrific, it will shake you to the core. A story of a family drama in essence, but whose meaning goes far beyond the events of the surface narrative. Watch.
Mentions:
X-Men: First Class - The best superhero movie of the year, and a fantastic reboot of a deteriorating franchise.
Bridesmaids - Hilarious. Unexpectedly funny.
P.S.- Haven't seen Drive yet.
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