THE TOP TEN BEST MOVIES I SAW IN 2016
Here is the movies of 2016 that I love the most. (I based this list on how entertaining, the films were for me. Not on how much critical praise, it has been getting. Also if you don't see your movies on the list like Moonlight or whatever. I might have, not watch it yet, or it just didn't make it). Anyways, here it is. To see full reviews of these films from me. Check out, my IMDB page.
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- DirectorAkiva SchafferJorma TacconeStarsAndy SambergJorma TacconeAkiva SchafferWhen it becomes clear that his solo album is a failure, a former boy band member does everything in his power to maintain his celebrity status.Controversial choice: It was this, or 10 Cloverfield Lane for number 10. I pick this, because how memorable, the songs were.
PRO: It was really funny. I know, a lot of people didn't see it, but it really did surprised me, when it came out.
CON: Highly stupid, with a few low brow and offensive jokes that might turn people away. - DirectorDexter FletcherStarsTaron EgertonHugh JackmanTom CostelloThe story of Eddie Edwards, the notoriously tenacious British underdog ski jumper who charmed the world at the 1988 Winter Olympics.Another movie that many people didn't see. It was very entertaining movie to watch. Number 9.
PRO: Heartwarming tale with wonderful acting from both Taron Egerton and Hugh Jackman.
CON: Somewhat loosed in the historical accurate. - DirectorDaniel KwanDaniel ScheinertStarsPaul DanoDaniel RadcliffeMary Elizabeth WinsteadA hopeless man stranded on a deserted island befriends a dead body, and together they go on a surreal journey to get home.This was the year of cult-movies. I really do like this movie. It was this or the Lobster. I pick this for Number 8.
PRO: The great chemistry and acting between Paul Dano & Daniel Radcliffe. The memorable music and wonderful twist, toward the end.
CON: Fart and boner jokes. - DirectorDamien ChazelleStarsRyan GoslingEmma StoneRosemarie DeWittWhile navigating their careers in Los Angeles, a pianist and an actress fall in love while attempting to reconcile their aspirations for the future.This is one of the very few Oscars movies, I watch this year for 2016. I will try to watch the others, when I get a chance, later in 2017. Number 7.
PRO: Wonderful songs and well-shot film. Nostalgic.
CON: Characters were a bit annoying and paper-thin. - DirectorScott DerricksonStarsBenedict CumberbatchChiwetel EjioforRachel McAdamsWhile on a journey of physical and spiritual healing, a brilliant neurosurgeon is drawn into the world of the mystic arts.Doctor Strange was amazing. One of my favorite Marvel movies, ever. Number 6.
PRO: Wonderful visuals and acting.
CON: Weak Villain. - DirectorConrad VernonGreg TiernanStarsSeth RogenKristen WiigJonah HillA sausage leads a group of supermarket products on a journey to discover the truth about their existence and what really happens when they are picked off the shelf.Yes, I know it's a Seth Rogan film, but I really do like this movie. It was hilarious. Number 5.
PRO: It really does have a deep message about religion, between all the low brow food pun jokes. Animation was pretty good.
CON: Ending was a bit weak. Some jokes fall flat. - DirectorByron HowardRich MooreJared BushStarsGinnifer GoodwinJason BatemanIdris ElbaIn a city of anthropomorphic animals, a rookie bunny cop and a cynical con artist fox must work together to uncover a conspiracy.Zootopia is number 4 for many reasons.
Pro: thoughtful, inclusive message. Wonderful world building. Animation. Memorable Characters. Great songs.
Con: A little heavy handed on its message. - DirectorAnthony RussoJoe RussoStarsChris EvansRobert Downey Jr.Scarlett JohanssonPolitical involvement in the Avengers' affairs causes a rift between Captain America and Iron Man.Captain America Civil War. What can I say, that hasn't been said before, in my review. Number 3 of the year.
Pro: The action. The suspense.
Con: Not sticking to the comics, as much as it should be. - DirectorDavid YatesStarsEddie RedmayneKatherine WaterstonAlison SudolIn 1926, magizoologist Newt Scamander arrives in New York during his worldwide tour to research and rescue magical creatures as something mysterious leaves trails of destruction in the city, threatening to expose the wizarding world.While, I'm not a huge Harry Potter fan. This movie had me, a fan of this spin off series. Number 2 of the year.
Pro: Wonderful characters. Dan Folger was amazing as the everyman.
Con: Johnny Depp. Gees, that suck. - DirectorGareth EdwardsStarsFelicity JonesDiego LunaAlan TudykIn a time of conflict, a group of unlikely heroes band together on a mission to steal the plans to the Death Star, the Empire's ultimate weapon of destruction.Yes, Rogue One won the award, this year from me, as the most entertaining film of 2016.
Pro: Wonderful action, visuals and characters.
Con: Uncanny Valley visuals.