A few of these have been on my list, especially Godzilla Minus One. Parasite was great, and I did enjoy In Bruges, so I guess I'll just have to watch all of these.
Really enjoyed this week's! Just barely squeaking in under your 10-year timeline, but Nocturnal Animals (written, produced, and directed by Tom Ford -- yes, the fashion designer) was excellent, in my opinion. I wouldn't compare it to the best movies that were coming out during our childhood, but compared to the stuff studios have been churning out lately (admittedly, a low bar), it's very good and well worth a watch. I also really enjoyed Hustle (speaking of Adam Sandler!). It's definitely not a new storyline. But it was well acted and well written, and I appreciate the message and morality underlying the film. For horror, I was going to recommend the Skeleton Key, but upon googling it, I see that it's now nearly TWENTY years old. Where does the time go?!
Agree about the lack of originality and risk-taking in Hollywood these days. For movie nights with the kids, I never know what to watch... even Pixar kind of sucks nowadays. Remember when they couldn't miss? It's like when Nike was running with the Pegasus, Pegasus Trail, Epic React, Zoom Fly Flyknit, and Vaporfly 4%.. and then now all we get are mediocre Pegasus sequels and Infinity Run whatevers (yes, I know their two excellent racers kind of ruin this analogy).
So a few weeks ago, I showed them Mrs. Doubtfire. The kids enjoyed it. There were a lot more dirty adult jokes than I remember, but I guess they flew over my 10 year old head at the time, just like they flew over my kids' heads a few weeks ago (thankfully).
It's difficult to think of recommendations. Parasite is probably my favourite movie in the last whatever years. Absolute masterpiece that. Unlike anything else. 'Her' is one of my favourite movies ever; it came out 11 years ago.
Some others release <= 10 years ago:
- Interstellar: I loved the science when this first came out, and it hits differently now that I have kids.
- Burning: Korean movie adapted from a Murakami short story. Steven Yuen is wonderfully good in this; a slow satisfying burn of a thriller.
- Drive My Car: Japanese movie adapted from a Murakami short story. A very peaceful movie despite the main characters going through some really tough emotional challenges.
- Your Name (Anime): beautiful animation. Wistful and satisfying story.
- Uncut Gems: finally watched this recently and it lived up to the hype; so frenetic.
- Arrival: smart and satisfying sci-fi; hopeful.
- Edge of Tomorrow: another smart and satisfying sci-fi.
- Once Upon a Time in Hollywood: masterpiece, so much fun.
I'll have to put these on the list, there's been so many good Korean films I need to watch. Uncut Gems was so good, my wife hated it for all the tension and stress, but I loved it.
I did enjoy "The Batman" but I still want that Batman movie that's truly dark, like a live action version of The Killing Joke. Don't know if it'll ever happen, too much money to be had on the name to make essentially a horror film. I almost put The Crow soundtrack on there, very solid for sure.
Since my wife's last day of school, I've been trying to see lots of movies until she returns in three weeks. Some of my favorites include:
1917
The Iron Claw (Zac Efron is amazing; heartbreaking and beautiful)
War Dogs
Ferrari
The Crow (ashamed to admit it took so long to see this one; unsurprisingly, a reboot is in the works)
Based on the Brats documentary dropping, I revisited The Breakfast Club (love it). Also watched St. Elmo's Fire for the first time (great cast, but a bit heavier)
If anyone asks what my favorite movie is, my answer is always Drive. I’ve watched it more times than I wish to admit. My best friend from college went to film school and that movie was his focus throughout school. There was a long form interview from the early 2010’s interviewing the composer about many scenes which was great.
Also, I’d highly recommend Russ Chimes’ 3 part Midnight Club videos
This is likely not what you’re looking for, but the movie Brooklyn starring Saoirse Ronan is excellent and gets me in all my feels. I also think that Wes Anderson continues to be original and interesting but he’s not everyone’s taste. I loved Moonrise Kingdom and Asteroid City.
I'll check it out, sounds pretty great! I will always love Wes Anderson but I could not get into Asteroid City, it was almost too Wes Andersony for me.
Coda
In & Of Itself (documentary but by far the most entertaining "movie" I've seen on so many levels)
Some good movies of note in the last few years. Some are gimme Best Pictures but they won for a reason. Others are personal favorites
Everything Everywhere All At Once
Parasite
Banshees of Inersherin<—— especially if you like In Bruges.
Godzilla Minus One
Missing
Barbarian
The Menu
A few of these have been on my list, especially Godzilla Minus One. Parasite was great, and I did enjoy In Bruges, so I guess I'll just have to watch all of these.
I’m violating your ten year rule on a few of these but oh well:
Identity - if you want suspense
Prisoners- also very suspenseful
The Prestige - probably my favorite Christopher Nolan film
Baby Driver
Chef
And btw- love The Shins. Saw them twice in concert. And Garden State is one of my favorite soundtracks.
I loved Prisoners and Baby Driver!
My 23-yo son and I have probably watched Baby Driver at least ten times together. And that’s a good soundtrack too!
Really enjoyed this week's! Just barely squeaking in under your 10-year timeline, but Nocturnal Animals (written, produced, and directed by Tom Ford -- yes, the fashion designer) was excellent, in my opinion. I wouldn't compare it to the best movies that were coming out during our childhood, but compared to the stuff studios have been churning out lately (admittedly, a low bar), it's very good and well worth a watch. I also really enjoyed Hustle (speaking of Adam Sandler!). It's definitely not a new storyline. But it was well acted and well written, and I appreciate the message and morality underlying the film. For horror, I was going to recommend the Skeleton Key, but upon googling it, I see that it's now nearly TWENTY years old. Where does the time go?!
I'm cool with breaking the 10-year rule! I'm gonna have to check some of these out, for sure.
Oh, and Arrival! Loved Arrival.
Agree about the lack of originality and risk-taking in Hollywood these days. For movie nights with the kids, I never know what to watch... even Pixar kind of sucks nowadays. Remember when they couldn't miss? It's like when Nike was running with the Pegasus, Pegasus Trail, Epic React, Zoom Fly Flyknit, and Vaporfly 4%.. and then now all we get are mediocre Pegasus sequels and Infinity Run whatevers (yes, I know their two excellent racers kind of ruin this analogy).
So a few weeks ago, I showed them Mrs. Doubtfire. The kids enjoyed it. There were a lot more dirty adult jokes than I remember, but I guess they flew over my 10 year old head at the time, just like they flew over my kids' heads a few weeks ago (thankfully).
It's difficult to think of recommendations. Parasite is probably my favourite movie in the last whatever years. Absolute masterpiece that. Unlike anything else. 'Her' is one of my favourite movies ever; it came out 11 years ago.
Some others release <= 10 years ago:
- Interstellar: I loved the science when this first came out, and it hits differently now that I have kids.
- Burning: Korean movie adapted from a Murakami short story. Steven Yuen is wonderfully good in this; a slow satisfying burn of a thriller.
- Drive My Car: Japanese movie adapted from a Murakami short story. A very peaceful movie despite the main characters going through some really tough emotional challenges.
- Your Name (Anime): beautiful animation. Wistful and satisfying story.
- Uncut Gems: finally watched this recently and it lived up to the hype; so frenetic.
- Arrival: smart and satisfying sci-fi; hopeful.
- Edge of Tomorrow: another smart and satisfying sci-fi.
- Once Upon a Time in Hollywood: masterpiece, so much fun.
I'll have to put these on the list, there's been so many good Korean films I need to watch. Uncut Gems was so good, my wife hated it for all the tension and stress, but I loved it.
"Once upon a time in hollywood" Definitely enjoyed that one. Being a big comic nerd in the 90s, I kinda enjoyed "The Batman" that came out in 2022.
Surprised " The Crow" didn't make your soundtrack list
I did enjoy "The Batman" but I still want that Batman movie that's truly dark, like a live action version of The Killing Joke. Don't know if it'll ever happen, too much money to be had on the name to make essentially a horror film. I almost put The Crow soundtrack on there, very solid for sure.
Since my wife's last day of school, I've been trying to see lots of movies until she returns in three weeks. Some of my favorites include:
1917
The Iron Claw (Zac Efron is amazing; heartbreaking and beautiful)
War Dogs
Ferrari
The Crow (ashamed to admit it took so long to see this one; unsurprisingly, a reboot is in the works)
Based on the Brats documentary dropping, I revisited The Breakfast Club (love it). Also watched St. Elmo's Fire for the first time (great cast, but a bit heavier)
If anyone asks what my favorite movie is, my answer is always Drive. I’ve watched it more times than I wish to admit. My best friend from college went to film school and that movie was his focus throughout school. There was a long form interview from the early 2010’s interviewing the composer about many scenes which was great.
Also, I’d highly recommend Russ Chimes’ 3 part Midnight Club videos
Interstellar is worth a watch. Matthew McConaughey Sci-fi is the medicine you didn't know you needed.
Sneaky Cold War Kids reference too!
It would be remiss of me to not bring up the omission of these soundtracks.
Top 5 all time-no need to comment, there are no arguments.
5. Saturday Night Fever
4. Pulp Fiction
3. Pretty in Pink
2. Singles
1. PURPLE RAIN
This is likely not what you’re looking for, but the movie Brooklyn starring Saoirse Ronan is excellent and gets me in all my feels. I also think that Wes Anderson continues to be original and interesting but he’s not everyone’s taste. I loved Moonrise Kingdom and Asteroid City.
I'll check it out, sounds pretty great! I will always love Wes Anderson but I could not get into Asteroid City, it was almost too Wes Andersony for me.