I know its already a month into 2012, and there's still some movies from last year that I need to see, but here's a list of my favorite movies from last year. Its really hard to put movies I like in an order. I really debated over the top 2 for the last few weeks as to which was my favorite. And the rest can probably be rearranged quite a bit. Plus I really liked more than 10, so I extended the list.
1) Moneyball - for me this was the most thrilling and unexpectedly emotional movie that I saw all year.
2) Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol - this is now probably my favorite movie franchise. It's been a long time since I've squirmed in my seat that much. The scene on the skyscraper in Dubai is spectacular.
3) Insidious - it probably won't hold up on multiple viewings, but when I saw this movie in the theater, there was only one other person there and they were in the row behind me where I couldn't see them. I don't think I've ever been as scared at the movies in my entire life. I seriously pondered getting up and leaving.
4) Drive - I've always thought Ryan Gosling was a little bit off, but that fit perfectly into this role. Shocking and violent, its not for everyone.
5) Paranormal Activity 3 - These movies make me so uneasy and this one is no exception. Great new tricks, like a camera mounted on an old oscillating fan and great performances from the 2 young girls.
6) Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 - easily the best of all the Harry Potter movies. Very exciting, I was only disappointed by the Harry-Voldemort battle at the end.
7) I Saw The Devil - this is a brutally violent South Korean thriller about a secret agent whose wife is killed and mutilated, who attempts to exact revenge (i.e. torture) on the man who killed her.
8) Incendies - this French Canadian drama about two children who are left to travel to the Middle East to unravel the mystery of their heritage after their mother's death is one of the most original and powerful movies in a long time.
9) The Descendants - very touching and emotionally powerful. George Clooney really is as good as advertised.
10) Fright Night - I was pleasantly surprised by this remake. The original is one of my favorite vampire movies ever and this definitely did it justice.
11) Rise of the Planet of the Apes - Not at all like it was advertised. Its not just a bunch of crazy, killer apes, but a plausible science fiction film about rapid evolution of a species.
12) Super - Another brutal, shockingly violent movie about a man who feels the need to be someone by putting on a superhero costume and doling out vigilante justice. Suprisingly moving.
13) Crazy, Stupid Love - I love everything Steve Carrell does. Plus I love Emma Stone.
14) 13 Assassins - a very exciting Samurai movie from Japan.
15) Trollhunter - exactly like it sounds. Another found footage movie about a group of documentary filmmakers who accompany a Norwegian man who hunts trolls. Lots of fun.
Worst Movie of 2011:
Battle: Los Angeles - I haven't gotten so angry at a movie since Volcano, my least favorite movie of all time. I hate when movies try to manipulate my emotions especially when I don't care about any of the characters.
Monday, January 30, 2012
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Favorite Singles: 2011
The Drums: How It Ended
The Drums became my favorite band over the past year. I got a chance to see them live in Orlando in October (it was amazing). This is a song from their new album.
Rihanna: We Found Love
I really like the song a lot, but the video makes it even better.
Adele: Someone Like You
Everyone likes this song.
Flo Rida: Who Dat Girl
My favorite Hip-Hop song of the year.
Mumford & Sons: The Cave
Britney Spears: Till the World Ends
I think the world must be ending cause Britney has made my list 2 years in a row.
The Drums became my favorite band over the past year. I got a chance to see them live in Orlando in October (it was amazing). This is a song from their new album.
Rihanna: We Found Love
I really like the song a lot, but the video makes it even better.
Adele: Someone Like You
Everyone likes this song.
Flo Rida: Who Dat Girl
My favorite Hip-Hop song of the year.
Mumford & Sons: The Cave
Britney Spears: Till the World Ends
I think the world must be ending cause Britney has made my list 2 years in a row.
Favorite TV Shows: 2011: Addendum
I totally forgot about '30 Rock' and 'Cougar Town' both of which were hilarious this year.
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Favorite TV Shows: 2011
1) Breaking Bad
- There is no show on TV that can shock me as much as this show. This season started off slow and the tension built and built until I could barely handle it. I never know whats gonna happen and that is pretty rare these days.
2) Parks and Recreation
- By the end of last season, i was loving this show more and more with each episode. Easily my favorite sitcom on TV.
3) Happy Endings
- Its kinda sad, cause this show took Cougar Town's slot and I love that show, but I think I like this one better.
4) Glee
- I can't explain why I like this show other than that it makes me happy. Especially Naya Rivera who plays Santana, she's been my favorite parts about it this year.
5) Fringe
- There's not a lot of hour long dramas that I have patience for these days, but this is definitely one of my favorites. Exciting and different than anything else on TV. Great performances too.
Click here for clip
6) Modern Family
- Still going strong. Gloria is now officially my favorite.
7) Community
- It kinda lagged a bit in season 2 but I think this season has been great. Too bad no one watches it and it'll probably get cancelled.
8) Beavis and Butthead
- That's right! They're back and still hilarious. I still think this is one of the most brilliant shows ever. (and this is probably the best clip of all)
9) The League
- The most filthy dirty TV show I have ever seen - and its on basic cable. But it is super funny.
10) Greek
- This show made my list because it ended earlier this year and it is one of the most underappreciated shows I've ever watched. Really funny and I almost cried at the end (not since Gilmore Girls)
- There is no show on TV that can shock me as much as this show. This season started off slow and the tension built and built until I could barely handle it. I never know whats gonna happen and that is pretty rare these days.
2) Parks and Recreation
- By the end of last season, i was loving this show more and more with each episode. Easily my favorite sitcom on TV.
3) Happy Endings
- Its kinda sad, cause this show took Cougar Town's slot and I love that show, but I think I like this one better.
4) Glee
- I can't explain why I like this show other than that it makes me happy. Especially Naya Rivera who plays Santana, she's been my favorite parts about it this year.
5) Fringe
- There's not a lot of hour long dramas that I have patience for these days, but this is definitely one of my favorites. Exciting and different than anything else on TV. Great performances too.
Click here for clip
6) Modern Family
- Still going strong. Gloria is now officially my favorite.
7) Community
- It kinda lagged a bit in season 2 but I think this season has been great. Too bad no one watches it and it'll probably get cancelled.
8) Beavis and Butthead
- That's right! They're back and still hilarious. I still think this is one of the most brilliant shows ever. (and this is probably the best clip of all)
9) The League
- The most filthy dirty TV show I have ever seen - and its on basic cable. But it is super funny.
10) Greek
- This show made my list because it ended earlier this year and it is one of the most underappreciated shows I've ever watched. Really funny and I almost cried at the end (not since Gilmore Girls)
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