Movie Watchlist (09/2018 - 09/2019)
A complete and chronological list of all the movies I watched between September 2018 and September 2019. Included are only feature films and made-for-TV movies but no short movies or series/serials. These movies will be rated on a 1-10 scale, 1 being the worst - the ratings reflect my own opinion.
Movies I've already seen since starting yearly movie lists in 2012 will be marked with brackets and the respective latin number, representing how many times I've seen it. A star behind the ratings indicate that for me, this movie was exceptionally good; these titles are in no special order and simply represent how much those movies stayed with me over that year.
Check out my blog for reviews of movies that typically don't receive a broad coverage: https://movie-discourse.blogspot.com/
A Nightmare on Elmstreet [1984]
Ratatouille [2007]
Kimi no na wa. [2016]
The Silence of the Lambs [1991]
A Bug's Life [1998]
Baby Driver [2017]
Der blaue Engel [1930]
American Psycho [2000]
Kanashimi no beradonna [1973]
Xia nü [1971]
The Goonies [1985]
Sorry to Bother You [2018]
Movies I've already seen since starting yearly movie lists in 2012 will be marked with brackets and the respective latin number, representing how many times I've seen it. A star behind the ratings indicate that for me, this movie was exceptionally good; these titles are in no special order and simply represent how much those movies stayed with me over that year.
Check out my blog for reviews of movies that typically don't receive a broad coverage: https://movie-discourse.blogspot.com/
A Nightmare on Elmstreet [1984]
Ratatouille [2007]
Kimi no na wa. [2016]
The Silence of the Lambs [1991]
A Bug's Life [1998]
Baby Driver [2017]
Der blaue Engel [1930]
American Psycho [2000]
Kanashimi no beradonna [1973]
Xia nü [1971]
The Goonies [1985]
Sorry to Bother You [2018]
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- DirectorFrank MillerQuentin TarantinoRobert RodriguezStarsMickey RourkeClive OwenBruce WillisAn exploration of the dark and miserable Basin City and three of its residents, all of whom are caught up in violent corruption.Faithful adaptation of a famous graphic novel about various criminal episodes in a crime-ridden city. Remarkable ensemble cast and visual style; sometimes the movie only stays on the surface of more meaningful messages.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorJ.A. BayonaStarsBelén RuedaFernando CayoRoger PríncepA woman brings her family back to her childhood home, which used to be an orphanage for handicapped children. Before long, her son starts to communicate with an invisible new friend.After the disappearance of her son, a mother discovers the sad truth behind a former orphanage. Mysterious thriller with great performances and a chilling atmosphere.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorTerence YoungStarsSean ConneryUrsula AndressBernard LeeA resourceful British government agent seeks answers in a case involving the disappearance of a colleague and the disruption of the American space program.First feature length iteration of famous spy James Bond and his hunt for criminal mastermind Dr. No. A very nostalgic movie, that helped to kicktart the 60s spy craze and spawned several sequels - yet, some aspects have aged poorly.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorAnders MorgenthalerStarsThure LindhardtStine Fischer ChristensenJens ArentzenDue to his sister's death, the 32 year old August returns and consequently abandons his profession as a missionary priest. His beloved sister Christina, who went from greatness to decay as the famous porn-star The Princess, is dead after years of drug abuse. She leaves behind her 5-year old daughter Mia, whom August feels obliged to take care of. Weighed down by grief and guilt he decides to revenge the dead of Christina - and takes Mia on a mission to destroy all existing pornographic material featuring The Princess. The mission escalates into a brutal and violent rout, where August is desperately trying to protect the only precious thing in his life, Mia, why he is forced to make a fatal decision.A thoughtfully crafted animated revenge movie that deals with revenge, sexual oppression, and grief. Great movie with a very memorable style and clever storytelling, but the subject matter makes it a tough watch.
Overall 8/10 - DirectorTerence YoungStarsSean ConneryRobert ShawLotte LenyaJames Bond willingly falls into an assassination plot involving a naive Russian beauty in order to retrieve a Soviet encryption device that was stolen by S.P.E.C.T.R.E.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero is tricked by a criminal network into breaking into the Russian ambassy in Istanbul. Entertaining movie with witty dialogue and great character interaction.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorJohn McTiernanStarsArnold SchwarzeneggerCarl WeathersKevin Peter HallA team of commandos on a mission in a Central American jungle find themselves hunted by an extraterrestrial warrior.A military elite squad is hunted down by an alien predator in the Mexican jungle. Decent action movie with entertaining action scenes,a shallow plot, and a thrilling last third.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorGuy HamiltonStarsSean ConneryGert FröbeHonor BlackmanWhile investigating a gold magnate's smuggling, James Bond uncovers a plot to contaminate the Fort Knox gold reserve.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero fights a man who built his criminal network on illegal gold trade. Iconic action thriller with a charming protagonist, great action scenes, but an uneven resolution.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorAlex ProyasStarsRufus SewellKiefer SutherlandJennifer ConnellyA man struggles with memories of his past, which include a wife he cannot remember and a nightmarish world no one else ever seems to wake up from.Philosophic cyberpunk movie about people being trapped in a city that is constantly reshaped by mysteriously powerful beings. A clever idea with great actors, that is partly dragged down by the mediocre pacing and presentation.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorRay GoossensStarsRoger CarelJacques MorelPierre TornadeAsterix, the most cunning warrior of a Gaulish village resisting Roman occupation, must save their magic potion-brewing druid Getafix when he is kidnapped by a Phonus Balonus.Animation comedy about Asterix, the famous Gaul who defends his village against Roman imperialism. Entertaining movie with some memorable moments, but generally a very repetitive plot and presentation.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorBrad BirdStarsCraig T. NelsonHolly HunterSarah VowellThe Incredibles family takes on a new mission which involves a change in family roles: Bob Parr (Mr. Incredible) must manage the house while his wife Helen (Elastigirl) goes out to save the world.Animation adventure about a family of superheroes figuring out how to restore the faded public opinion on superheroes. Great animation quality and fun character interaction - however, few aspects really set it apart from its predecessor.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorAlberto CavalcantiCharles CrichtonBasil DeardenStarsMervyn JohnsMichael RedgraveRoland CulverGuests invited to a weekend in the country share their supernatural stories, beginning with Walter Craig, who senses impending doom as his half-remembered recurring dream turns into reality.Classic horror anthology with a great story arch but very uneven quality of the segments. Decent actors and a good pacing make it worthwhile, especially during the last third.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorTerence YoungStarsSean ConneryClaudine AugerAdolfo CeliJames Bond heads to the Bahamas to recover two nuclear warheads stolen by S.P.E.C.T.R.E. Agent Emilio Largo in an international extortion scheme.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero must find two stolen atomic bombs in the Bahamas. Entertaining and fun action movie, that is sometimes too gimmicky for its own good.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorBanjong PisanthanakunParkpoom WongpoomStarsAnanda EveringhamNatthaweeranuch ThongmeeAchita SikamanaA young photographer and his girlfriend discover mysterious shadows in their photographs after a tragic accident. They soon learn that you can not escape your past.After being involved in a hit-and-run, a photographer and his girlfriend are haunted by the ghost of a young woman. Clever horror movie with pacing problems that only shines in its last third.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorTakashi ShimizuStarsYûrei YanagiYueRyôta KoyamaA teacher visits the house of one of his students after the boy goes missing, only to have a horrifying excuse for his absence from school.Several cryptic story vignettes explain the origins of a house, haunted by the ghosts of a young boy and his mother. Creepy atmosphere and very effective low budget horror movie, however, with a convoluted plot.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorPaul W.S. AndersonStarsMilla JovovichMichelle RodriguezRyan McCluskeyA special military unit fights a powerful, out-of-control supercomputer and hundreds of scientists who have mutated into flesh-eating creatures after a laboratory accident.A group of soldiers and three amnesiac people are trapped in an underground compound filled with zombies. Interesting premise, but cheap shock moments and a derivative plot that mainly serves as a way to introduce several gruesome murders.
Overall 3/10 - DirectorGareth EvansStarsDan StevensRichard ElfynPaul HigginsIn 1905, a drifter on a dangerous mission to rescue his kidnapped sister tangles with a sinister religious cult on an isolated island.Horror movie with fantastic elements about a man trying to rescue his sister from a strange cult living on an isolated island. Gripping atmosphere, but unclear structure, with convoluted sub-plots, blending (too) many genres.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorJohn HillcoatStarsViggo MortensenCharlize TheronKodi Smit-McPheeIn a dangerous post-apocalyptic world, an ailing father defends his son as they slowly travel to the sea.A father and his son try to survive in a post-apocalyptic world with a toxic environment and other dangerous survivors. Extremely well-made, yet bleak survivalist drama with great performances, but an indecisive plot.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorLewis GilbertStarsSean ConneryAkiko WakabayashiMie HamaJames Bond and the Japanese Secret Service must find and stop the true culprit of a series of space hijackings, before war is provoked between Russia and the United States.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero must infiltrate a secret station, in which Russian and American space shuttles are kept. Entertaining action adventure movie with great production values, but ultimately very indecisive regarding direction and tone.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorRené GoscinnyAlbert UderzoStarsRoger CarelJacques MorelMicheline DaxOrdered by Cleopatra to build a palace in Alexandria within three months as part of a bet with Julius Caesar, architect Edifis enlists the help of Asterix, Obelix and Getafix.Animation comedy about the famous Gauls Asterix and Obelix helping an Egyptian architect to build a palace for Ceasar. Very entertaining adventure for all ages with a special appeal and catchy songs.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorKonstantin ErshovGeorgiy KropachyovAleksandr PtushkoStarsLeonid KuravlyovNatalya VarleyAleksey GlazyrinA young priest is ordered to preside over the wake of witch in a small old wooden church of a remote village. This means spending three nights alone with the corpse with only his faith to protect him.Soviet horror movie heavily influenced by dark Ukrainian folklore tales: A young philosopher must pray for a woman, he previously murdered. Extremely atmospheric and effective horror movie.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorWes CravenStarsHeather LangenkampJohnny DeppRobert EnglundTeenager Nancy Thompson must uncover the dark truth concealed by her parents after she and her friends become targets of the spirit of a serial killer with a bladed glove in their dreams, in which if they die, it kills them in real life.Iconic horror movie about a child murderer haunting and killing a group of teenagers in their dreams. Great horror thriller with decent performances, a stylish 1980s soundtrack, and a thrilling plot.
Overall 8/10* - DirectorWes CravenStarsNeve CampbellCourteney CoxDavid ArquetteTwo years after the first series of murders, as Sidney acclimates to college life, someone donning the Ghostface costume begins a new string of killings.A young college student is once again stalked by a serial killer, while her previous encounter gets a movie adaptation. Clever meta horror satire that partly recaptures the spirit of the original horror genre deconstruction but features a weak last third.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorWes CravenStarsDavid ArquetteNeve CampbellCourteney CoxWhile Sidney and her friends visit the Hollywood set of Stab 3, the third film based on the Woodsboro murders, another Ghostface killer rises to terrorize them.On the set of a movie about a series of real life murders, a psychotic serial killer goes on a killing spree. Mostly entertaining slasher horror movie with some interesting moments, but an ultimately flawed plot.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorMario BavaStarsClaudine AugerLuigi PistilliClaudio CamasoThe murder of a wealthy countess triggers a chain reaction of brutal killings in the surrounding bay area, as several unscrupulous characters try to seize her large estate.Horror movie about several people loosely connected by the will of a lady who died under mysterious circumstances. Unconventional movie with a convoluted plot; historically very influential and some absurd scenes are still entertaining.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorTakashi MiikeStarsRyo IshibashiEihi ShiinaTetsu SawakiA widower takes an offer to screen girls at a special audition, arranged for him by a friend to find him a new wife. The one he fancies is not who she appears to be after all.A middle-aged man uses a casting to find himself a new wife, which turns out to be his personal nightmare. Slow drama with a horrific and captivating ending, that only shines, because of strong character building and clever pacing.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorHarold P. WarrenStarsTom NeymanJohn ReynoldsDiane AdelsonA family gets lost on the road and stumbles upon a hidden, underground, devil-worshiping cult led by the fearsome Master and his servant Torgo.Independent horror movie about a young family being trapped in a lodge in the desert, while its owner summons an evil demon. Conventional criteria of quality can't really be used for describing the movie's features, as every aspect of the production is flawed.
Overall 1/10 - DirectorRobert WiseStarsJulie HarrisClaire BloomRichard JohnsonHill House has stood for about 90 years and appears haunted: its inhabitants have always met strange, tragic ends. Now Dr. John Markway has assembled a team of people who he thinks will prove whether or not the house is haunted.A researcher invites several people to an old mansion to prove the existence of ghosts. Slow yet effective horror movie with a great cast and a convincing - if dated - plot.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorBryan SingerStarsRami MalekLucy BoyntonGwilym LeeThe story of the legendary British rock band Queen and lead singer Freddie Mercury, leading up to their famous performance at Live Aid (1985).Depicts the early days of the famous rock band Queen until their well-known 1985 Live Aid performance. Solid movie with a strong lead actor, but sometimes historical facts are bent to achieve more emotional scenes.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorNicolas Winding RefnStarsMads MikkelsenMaarten StevensonAlexander MortonForced for some time to be a fighting slave, a pagan warrior escapes his captors with a boy and joins a group of Crusaders on their quest to the Holy Land.An escaped warrior meets a group of crusaders who suddenly find themselves in a hostile environment. Visually stunning movie with a thrilling pacing, and a mediocre plot.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorPeyton ReedStarsJim CarreyZooey DeschanelBradley CooperA man challenges himself to say "yes" to everything.Follows a middle-aged man who decides to say yes to any upcoming opportunity. Great and enthusiastic lead performance that is fun to watch, however, the general plot is rather superficial.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorOrson WellesStarsJohn HustonOja KodarPeter BogdanovichAt a media-swamped party to celebrate his 70th birthday and screen his avant-garde film-in-progress, a legendary but jaded Hollywood director is faced both with voracious fans and unsettling questions about what became of his lead actor.About the newest project of a controversial movie director, told through multiple perspectives. Long lost drama that is historically important, but also a very ambitious project that succeeds in blending cinematic techniques and plot elements perfectly.
Overall 8/10 - DirectorTaylor SheridanStarsElizabeth OlsenJeremy RennerGraham GreeneA wildlife officer, who is haunted by a tragedy that happened because of him, teams up with an FBI agent in solving a murder of a young woman on a Wyoming Native American reservation and hopes to get redemption from his past regrets.Thriller about the death of a young Native American investigated by the FBI on Indian territory. Unconventional and slow drama with decent characters, inconsistent pacing in the last third and a mixed tone regarding its central message.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorWalter RuttmannStarsPaul von HindenburgThis movie shows us one day in Berlin, the rhythm of that time, starting at the earliest morning and ends in the deepest night.Early feature-length documentary about living in Berlin, Germany between the years of economic recession and Nazi Germany. Historically important and still very interesting.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorSteven BrillNicholaus GoossenStarsAdam SandlerRob SchneiderDan BullaAdam Sandler takes his comical musical musings back out on the road, from comedy clubs to concert halls to one very unsuspecting subway station.Stand-up comedy special of famous comedian Sandler, in which he mostly sings short songs with funny twists. Decent show with good entertainment value and some catchy lyrics.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorStanley KubrickStarsJames MasonShelley WintersSue LyonA middle-aged college professor becomes infatuated with a 14-year-old girl.A middle-aged man resentfully marries an aging widow, just to be close to her teenage daughter. Mostly good - if short - adaptation of the famous Nabokov novel of the same name; not quite as disturbing, but still very well-made.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorPeter R. HuntStarsGeorge LazenbyDiana RiggTelly SavalasBritish agent James Bond goes undercover to pursue the villainous Ernst Stavro Blofeld, who is planning to hold the world to ransom.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero investigates a secret research base in Switzerland. Decent action thriller, that was often overlooked due to the change of actor. However, the movie is entertaining and even has several serious moments.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorGuy HamiltonStarsSean ConneryJill St. JohnCharles GrayA diamond smuggling investigation leads James Bond to Las Vegas where he uncovers an evil plot involving a rich business tycoon.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero goes after criminals who steal diamonds. Weak plot that leads to an an indecisively structured action movie. Charismatic characters and dumb humor add a certain charme though.
Overall 4/10 [II] - DirectorGyörgy PálfiStarsIsabelle AdjaniAnouk AiméeWoody AllenA simple yet timeless love story between a man and a woman, told using scenes edited together from hundreds of other films.A meta romance movie that entirely consists of shots from several hundred classic and/or well-known movies. Great experimental movie that challenges how we understand basic plots in general, yet it does drag in some parts, due to the fragmented nature.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorPiotr SzulkinStarsJerzy StuhrKrystyna JandaKalina JedrusikA man searches for survival after nuclear war forces people into an underground bunker. The inhabitants await rescue while their refuge decays around them.Post-apocalyptic drama about a group of survivors who, after a nuclear war, live in a decaying bunker. Captivating independent scifi movie with believable characters and a complex world building.
Overall 8/10 - DirectorGuy HamiltonStarsRoger MooreYaphet KottoJane SeymourJames Bond is sent to stop a diabolically brilliant heroin magnate armed with a complex organisation and a reliable psychic tarot card reader.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero encounters a drug lord in a fictitious island state. Convoluted mix between trite spy thriller clichés and then novel blaxploitation tropes that only partly entertains.
Overall 4/10 - DirectorGuy HamiltonStarsRoger MooreChristopher LeeBritt EklandJames Bond is targeted by the world's most expensive assassin, while he attempts to recover sensitive solar cell technology that is being sold to the highest bidder.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero goes after a famous assassin who lives on a remote Chinese island. Although the basic premise is interesting, the plot lacks captivating key moments and features too many superfluous characters.
Overall 4/10 - DirectorJemaine ClementTaika WaititiStarsJemaine ClementTaika WaititiCori Gonzalez-MacuerViago, Deacon, and Vladislav are vampires who are struggling with the mundane aspects of modern life, like paying rent, keeping up with the chore wheel, trying to get into nightclubs, and overcoming flatmate conflicts.Mockumentary about the everday hassles of a bunch of flatmates who also happen to be real-life vampires. Hilarious comedy with great spontaneous humor, mostly due to the relatable characters.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorLewis GilbertStarsRoger MooreBarbara BachCurd JürgensJames Bond investigates the hijacking of British and Russian submarines carrying nuclear warheads, with the help of a K.G.B. agent whose lover he killed.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero together with a Russian spy investigate missing nuclear submarines. Mostly decent action thriller with a straight-forward plot and entertaining action sequences.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorBrad BirdJan PinkavaStarsBrad GarrettLou RomanoPatton OswaltA rat who can cook makes an unusual alliance with a young kitchen worker at a famous Paris restaurant.Animation adventure about a rat who aspires to be a cook in a famous Parisian restaurant. Wonderfully crafted movie with great character building and stellar production values, that appeals to audiences of all ages.
Overall 9/10* - DirectorClay KaytisStarsKurt RussellDarby CampJudah LewisThe story of sister and brother, Kate and Teddy Pierce, whose Christmas Eve plan to catch Santa Claus on camera turns into an unexpected journey that most kids could only dream about.A young girl and her older brother help Santa Clause, who lost his presents, to save Christmas. Mediocre adventure movie with comedic aspects, that miss their mark; however, the performances are mostly decent.
Overall 4/10 - DirectorKazuyoshi KatayamaStarsMasako KatsukiYoshisada SakaguchiToshiko SawadaIn a vast futuristic city, built on the ashes of the third world war, a police officer and her cyborg partner fight terrorism.In a perfect future society, a group of terrorists threaten to take down the central hive mind. Decent OVA that was influential at its time and still has a clever if fragmented plot.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorLewis GilbertStarsRoger MooreLois ChilesMichael LonsdaleJames Bond investigates the mid-air theft of a space shuttle, and discovers a plot to commit global genocide.James Bond spy thriller about a villain who wants to create his own master race in space. Ludicrous plot that reuses the established formula with some entertaining action sequences that mostly work because of the big budget.
Overall 4/10 - DirectorDavid LeitchStarsRyan ReynoldsJosh BrolinMorena BaccarinFoul-mouthed mutant mercenary Wade Wilson (a.k.a. Deadpool) assembles a team of fellow mutant rogues to protect a young boy with abilities from the brutal, time-traveling cyborg Cable.Superhero comedy about a bad-mouthed mutant who fights a soldier from the future. Meta comic book movie with a stunning amount of references, jokes, and chemistry between the character; flawed in a sense that the plot is sometimes too superficial.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorKen RussellStarsWilliam HurtBlair BrownBob BalabanA psycho-physiologist experiments with drugs and a sensory-deprivation tank and has visions he believes are genetic memories.A psychopathologist studies an experimental drug in a sensory deprivation chamber to understand the nature of human consciousness. Great premise with some interesting experimental scenes, but the movie is ultimately dragged down by the inconsistent acting and the weak last third.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorJohn GlenStarsRoger MooreMaud AdamsLouis JourdanA fake Fabergé egg recovered from the body of a fellow agent leads James Bond to uncover a jewel smuggling operation led by the mysterious Octopussy, and a plot to blow up a NATO air base.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero follows jewellery smugglers around the globe. Entertaining action thriller with mixed performances but some memorable moments and a few witty lines.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorAlain ChabatStarsAlain ChabatGolshifteh FarahaniPio MarmaïWhen all the elves get sick, Santa must find a cure on Earth to save Christmas.Because his elfes need medication, Santa crashes in Paris and befriends a small family. The character of Santa is unconventional and sometimes also uneasy and the middle part lacks coherence and a sense of excitement - there are some funny moments, though.
Overall 4/10 - DirectorSteve PaleyStarsHunter HillIliza ShlesingerNewly engaged comic Iliza Shlesinger dives into undeniable truths about life at age 35, the insanity of the road traveled and what's to come.Live comedy program of Iliza Shlesinger talking about her upcoming wedding and how dating in LA has influenced her. Her combination of moral statements and slapstick comedy is still decent, however, many jokes feel rehashed.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorNancy MeyersStarsKate WinsletCameron DiazJude LawTwo women troubled with guy-problems swap homes in each other's countries, where they each meet a local guy and fall in love.An English editor and an American movie producer swap houses over Christmas and unitentionally fall in love. Sweet and romantic movie with decent performances. However, the film slightly overstays its welcome.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorRob ReinerStarsCary ElwesMandy PatinkinRobin WrightA bedridden boy's grandfather reads him the story of a farmboy-turned-pirate who encounters numerous obstacles, enemies and allies in his quest to be reunited with his true love.Fantasy story about the everlasting love of a young woman and a man she thought was killed by pirates. Both a satire and a celebration of old fantasy tales, combined with clever worldbuilding and likable characters.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorJohn GlenStarsRoger MooreChristopher WalkenTanya RobertsThe recovery of a microchip from the body of a fellow British secret agent leads James Bond to a mad industrialist scheming to cause massive destruction.James Bond spy thriller in which a psychotic former KGB agent threatens to destroy Silicon Valley. Ludicrous plot and a lack of chemistry between the characters bring down some of the otherwise good action scenes.
Overall 4/10 - DirectorJohn GlenStarsTimothy DaltonMaryam d'AboJeroen KrabbéJames Bond is sent to investigate a KGB policy to kill all enemy spies, and uncovers an arms deal that potentially has major global ramifications.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero is hunted through Eastern Europe by arms dealers. Decent action thriller that is darker and more serious in tone than most of its predecessors; most performances are good, but the plot has a jumbled narrative and never really takes off.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorIrvin KershnerStarsSean ConneryKim BasingerKlaus Maria BrandauerA S.P.E.C.T.R.E. agent has stolen two American nuclear warheads, and James Bond must find their targets before they are detonated.James Bond spy thriller in which the now retiring agent must find two stolen atomic bombs. Worthwhile and entertaining remake that doesn't feel like a rehash, but is still sometimes dated in its conceptualization.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorVáclav VorlícekStarsLibuse SafránkováPavel TrávnícekCarola BraunbockLife changes dramatically for a Czech housemaid when the family coachman gives her three magical hazelnuts.Classic adaptation of the fairy tale Cinderella. Wonderfully memorable music, great performances, and a sweet but not cheesy tone.
Overall 8/10 - DirectorRenny HarlinStarsBruce WillisWilliam AthertonBonnie BedeliaJohn McClane attempts to avert disaster as rogue military operatives seize control of Dulles International Airport in Washington, D.C.A cop discovers that a group of terrorists threaten an airport at Christmas and takes matters in his own hands. Great action movie with perfect pacing and many memorable scenes.
Overall 7/10 [II] - DirectorKurt HoffmannStarsPaul DahlkeGünther LüdersClaus BiederstaedtA rich man wins a vacation at a hotel but takes it in the disguise of a poor man under the supervision of his butler. The hotel manager gets tipped off about the plot, but misidentifies a money-less doctor as the eccentric.At a luxury hotel, a whealthy business owner and a poor young man are mixed up. Funny and entertaining - if sometimes trivial - comedy with a light-hearted atmosphere.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorRobert ZemeckisStarsJim CarreyGary OldmanColin FirthAn animated retelling of Charles Dickens' classic novel about a Victorian-era miser taken on a journey of self-redemption, courtesy of several mysterious Christmas apparitions.Animated adaptation of Dickens' classic Christmas story with revolutionary motion capture technique. A technically outstanding milestone that is marred by some poor design choices and well-crafted but bland characterization.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorEthan CoenJoel CoenStarsTim Blake NelsonWillie WatsonClancy BrownSix tales of life and violence in the Old West, following a singing gunslinger, a bank robber, a traveling impresario, an elderly prospector, a wagon train, and a perverse pair of bounty hunters.Western anthology of six stories revolving around people getting mixed up in strange, seemingly coincidental situations. Great production value in general, with some memorable episodes - but the anthology lacks an overall consistent theme or leitmotif.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorJeremiah S. ChechikStarsChevy ChaseBeverly D'AngeloJuliette LewisThe Griswold family's plans for a big family Christmas predictably turn into a big disaster.Chaotic comedy that lampoons family meetings at Christmas. The protagonist excessively tries to provide a wonderful time for his family, while nothing really works the way it should.
Overall 8/10 [VII] - DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsTye SheridanOlivia CookeBen MendelsohnWhen the creator of a virtual reality called the OASIS dies, he makes a posthumous challenge to all OASIS users to find his Easter Egg, which will give the finder his fortune and control of his world.Scifi adventure about a group of teenagers who go after the legacy of the creator of the world biggest MMORPG. Entertaining movie that heavily references pop culture to an extant where it sometimes loses its distinguishing mark.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorSergio LeoneStarsHenry FondaCharles BronsonClaudia CardinaleA mysterious stranger with a harmonica joins forces with a notorious desperado to protect a beautiful widow from a ruthless assassin working for the railroad.The story of a young woman who inherits the land of her mudered husband and an outlaw who protects her. Landmark Western with stellar performances and an outstanding score.
Overall 8/10 - DirectorAlfonso CuarónStarsYalitza AparicioMarina de TaviraDiego Cortina AutreyA year in the life of a middle-class family's maid in Mexico City in the early 1970s.Set during violent political protest in 1970 Mexico, this drama follows the maid of a rich family during her pregnancy. Fantastic editing and cinematography make this story very touching and involving.
Overall 8/10 - DirectorBeeban KidronStarsRenée ZellwegerColin FirthHugh GrantAfter finding love, Bridget Jones questions if she really has everything she'd ever dreamed of having.About the misadventures of an insecure thirty-something woman and her stiff but loving boyfriend. The actors do a great job in portraying weird but lovable characters to the screen, while the script is only middling.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorSharon MaguireStarsRenée ZellwegerColin FirthHugh GrantBridget Jones is determined to improve herself while she looks for love in a year in which she keeps a personal diary.Very loose adaptation of Austen's Pride and Prejudice set in modern day London. Fun character interaction and a great sense of humor, but the plot drags in some parts.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorMichael MannStarsWilliam PetersenKim GreistJoan AllenFormer FBI profiler Will Graham returns to service to pursue a deranged serial killer dubbed "the Tooth Fairy" by the media.An FBI profiler seeks the help of an imprisoned serial killer to find another killer. Thrilling game of cat and mouse with great actors, a gloomy cinematography, and a soundtrack that perfectly encapsulates the 1980s.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorDaniel MyrickEduardo SánchezStarsHeather DonahueMichael C. WilliamsJoshua LeonardThree film students vanish after traveling into a Maryland forest to film a documentary on the local Blair Witch legend, leaving only their footage behind.Three amateur filmmakers go into the woods to make a documentary about a witch who allegedly killed several children in the area. Historically important, as it popularized the found footage subgenre - but this movie also has a great and thrilling atmosphere.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorOriol PauloStarsMario CasasAna WagenerJose CoronadoA successful entrepreneur accused of murder and a witness preparation expert have less than three hours to come up with an impregnable defense.Just before his trial, a man accused of murder meets with his lawyer to discuss narratives that could potentially save him. Clever movie that often changes perspective and toys with reliability; also decent actors and a gripping score.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorJohn GlenStarsRoger MooreCarole BouquetTopolSecret service agent James Bond is assigned to find a missing British vessel equipped with a weapons encryption device and prevent it from falling into enemy hands.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero must retrieve a communication device for submarines in Greece. Most scenes - if impressively shot - feel rather bland and inspired by previous Bond movies. Also, the characters and the plot lack memorability.
Overall 4/10 - DirectorNora TwomeyStarsSaara ChaudrySoma ChhayaNoorin GulamgausIn 2001, Afghanistan is under the control of the Taliban. When her father is captured, a determined young girl disguises herself as a boy in order to provide for her family.Animated drama about a young girl dressing as a boy to support her family, after her father is imprisoned by an extremist regime. Wonderfully imaginative movie with two greatly juxtaposed stories and very authentic characters.
Overall 8/10 - DirectorJohn GlenStarsTimothy DaltonRobert DaviCarey LowellA vengeful James Bond goes rogue to infiltrate and take down the organization of a drug lord who has murdered his friend's new wife and left him near death.James Bond spy thriller in which the title hero goes rougue after a couple close to him are murdered. Action movie, that - although not being very graphic - features much darker and more serious moments than his predecessors and is thus somehow believable and memorable.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorPeyton ReedStarsPaul RuddEvangeline LillyMichael PeñaAs Scott Lang balances being both a superhero and a father, Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym present an urgent new mission that finds the Ant-Man fighting alongside The Wasp to uncover secrets from their past.Although still under house arrest, a man who uses a shrinking suit to prevent crime tries to help a scientist to recover his wife. Very entertaining movie with great character interaction and some funny chase sequences; sometimes too lighthearted for its own good.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorAnthony RussoJoe RussoStarsRobert Downey Jr.Chris HemsworthMark RuffaloThe Avengers and their allies must be willing to sacrifice all in an attempt to defeat the powerful Thanos before his blitz of devastation and ruin puts an end to the universe.The evil Thanos threatens to kill half of the population of the universe, as he tries to find stones with nearly unlimited power. Somehow unconventional superhero movie that features an ensemble cast, bombastic visual effects, and a nearly overblown plot to puts its heroes together.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorJackie ChanChi-Hwa ChenStarsJackie ChanMaggie CheungBrigitte LinA virtuous Hong Kong Police Officer must clear his good name when the drug lord he is after frames him for the murder of a dirty cop.Action comedy about a rookie cop going after a local drug lord. The second act seems narratively incoherent and insignificant to the main plot, slightly marring the otherwise fantastic action movie with outstanding stunt work.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorJackie ChanStarsJackie ChanMaggie CheungKwok-Hung LamThe Hong Kong supercop must stop a group of blackmailing bombers, while the villains of Police Story (1985) are out for revenge.After having resigned, a young and impulsive cop is consulted as a group of criminals threaten to bomb some business buildings. Well-paced action movie that succeeds in balancing comedic elements and breathtaking stunt work.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorGore VerbinskiStarsJohnny DeppGeoffrey RushOrlando BloomBlacksmith Will Turner teams up with eccentric pirate "Captain" Jack Sparrow to save his love, the governor's daughter, from Jack's former pirate allies, who are now undead.The daughter of a whealthy governor is captured by pirates, because they think she can lift their mysterious curse. Marvellously entertaining movie with great chemistry between the characters, and a memorable score - even though the plot is jumbled at times.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorMartin CampbellStarsPierce BrosnanSean BeanIzabella ScorupcoYears after a friend and fellow 00 agent is killed on a joint mission, a secret space based weapons program known as "GoldenEye" is stolen. James Bond is assigned to stop a Russian crime syndicate from using the weapon.James Bond spy thriller set after the Cold War that puts the title hero against a former MI6 agent who turned against Britain. The movie features few weak parts and is a generally successful reinterpretation, as well as well-balances throwback to the over-the-top spy craze of the 1960s.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorDavid SladeStarsFionn WhiteheadCraig ParkinsonAlice LoweA young programmer starts to question reality when he adapts a mad writer's fantasy novel into a video game.Interactive thriller about a young programmer who slowly loses his mind over making his own video game. Fantastic new experience that is generally fun to explore; however, some trivial decisions and weak narrative repetitions mar the experience and limit the actual potential to view this movie repeatedly.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorRoger SpottiswoodeStarsPierce BrosnanJonathan PryceMichelle YeohJames Bond sets out to stop a media mogul's plan to induce war between China and the UK in order to obtain exclusive global media coverage.James Bond spy thriller about a media mogul who manipulates the news to create a war between China and Great Britain. Mostly entertaining thriller that has a shallow plot and characters but a few memorable action scenes.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorMichael AptedStarsPierce BrosnanSophie MarceauRobert CarlyleJames Bond uncovers a nuclear plot while protecting an oil heiress from her former kidnapper, an international terrorist who can't feel pain.James Bond spy thriller about the young heir of an oil company being threatened by a terrorist with near superhuman strength. This action movie is generally fun to watch, but the acting is sometimes really weak, and most parts of the plot are mediocre to outright unbelievable.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorLee TamahoriStarsPierce BrosnanHalle BerryRosamund PikeJames Bond is sent to investigate the connection between a North Korean terrorist and a diamond mogul, who is funding the development of an international space weapon.James Bond spy thriller in which a rich philanthropist builds an armored satellite to destroy other countries. Over-the-top action movie with a strong start and a decent premise, but also weak visual effects, a lacklustre plot and some borderline cringeworthy acting.
Overall 4/10 - DirectorMark OsborneJohn StevensonStarsJack BlackIan McShaneAngelina JolieTo everyone's surprise, including his own, Po, an overweight, clumsy panda, is chosen as protector of the Valley of Peace. His suitability will soon be tested as the valley's arch-enemy is on his way.Animated adventure about a panda who has tolive up to the legacy of a great warrior to fight against an evil lion. Highly entertaining movie with great, spontaneous comedy, and memorable characters.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorEthan CoenJoel CoenStarsBrad PittFrances McDormandGeorge ClooneyA disk containing mysterious information from a CIA agent ends up in the hands of two unscrupulous and daft gym employees who attempt to sell it.Black comedy about two fitness instructors who accidentally stumble upon information which they think is confidential material. Weird crime comedy with outstanding writing and a thrilling pacing, at least in the first half of the movie.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorRené GoscinnyHenri GruelAlbert UderzoStarsRoger CarelJacques MorelPierre TornadeAsterix and Obelix are tasked by Julius Caesar with accomplishing twelve impossible labors to determine the fate of their indomitable Gaulish village.Animation comedy following the popular Gauls Asterix and Obelix during twelve tasks that should proof whether they are in fact gods. Entertaining adventure for all ages that has many memorable scenes but also suffers from a lack of pacing and some overly silly jokes.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorStephen HillenburgMark OsborneStarsTom KennyJeffrey TamborRodger BumpassSpongeBob takes leave from Bikini Bottom in order to track down, with Patrick, King Neptune's stolen crown.Follows Spongebob and his friend Patrick on his quest to find king Neptun's crown in the dangerous Shell City. Thoroughly funny movie, with silly but sharp writing and decent animation quality.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorGore VerbinskiStarsJohnny DeppOrlando BloomKeira KnightleyJack Sparrow races to recover the heart of Davy Jones to avoid enslaving his soul to Jones' service, as other friends and foes seek the heart for their own agenda as well.A group of unlikely pirates is reunited to find the secret chest of Davy Jones, a mythical creature that roams the seas. Mostly entertaining adventure movie with a few great scenes, but a weak plot and a general lack of cohesion.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorJohn Francis DaleyJonathan GoldsteinStarsJason BatemanRachel McAdamsKyle ChandlerA group of friends who meet regularly for game nights find themselves entangled in a real-life mystery when the shady brother of one of them is seemingly kidnapped by dangerous gangsters.Black comedy about a group of friends who during their usual game night, get surprised by an actual kidnapping. Wonderful chemistry between most of the actors, sharp dialogue, and most jokes succeed.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorGore VerbinskiStarsJohnny DeppOrlando BloomKeira KnightleyCaptain Barbossa, Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann must sail off the edge of the map, navigate treachery and betrayal, find Jack Sparrow, and make their final alliances for one last decisive battle.Revolves around several characters who are interconnected by the oncoming battle between a huge British fleet and the last remaining pirates. Big blockbuster with remarkable visual achievements, but the pacing is off during most scenes, the characters are hard to root for, and the script is heavy-handed.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorRob MarshallStarsJohnny DeppPenélope CruzIan McShaneJack Sparrow and Barbossa embark on a quest to find the elusive fountain of youth, only to discover that Blackbeard and his daughter are after it too.Two rivelling groups of pirates find themselves in a race for the legendary fountain of youth against the Spaniards. Lacklustre action movie with great effects, but mediocre characters and some irritating plot devices.
Overall 4/10 - DirectorKiyoshi KurosawaStarsHaruhiko KatôKumiko AsôKoyukiTwo groups of people discover evidence that suggests spirits may be trying to invade the human world through the Internet.Subtle horror movie about ghosts inviding the real world through the internet. Though the plot might seem dated, the dystopian themes and hidden motives are still very relevant, making the film more than a typical shocker.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorLuis BuñuelStarsSilvia PinalJacqueline AndereEnrique RambalThe guests at an upper-class dinner party find themselves unable to leave.Because the guests of a high class party cannot seem to leave the location, they slowly indulge in extreme behavior. Simple but expertly crafted surrealist play with decent actors and strong symbolism.
Overall 8/10 - DirectorMakoto ShinkaiStarsRyunosuke KamikiMone KamishiraishiRyo NaritaTwo teenagers share a profound, magical connection upon discovering they are swapping bodies. Things manage to become even more complicated when the boy and girl decide to meet in person.Animated fantasy drama about two young adults following in love with each other because of their unusual bond connecting them over time and space. Marvellous anime hat succeeds on all levels with perfect animation quality, great writing, and a bittersweet - if very fantastical - narrative.
Overall 9/10* - DirectorAlper CaglarStarsCaglar ErtugrulUfuk BayraktarFirat DogrulogluThe heroic story of two soldiers trapped in an ambush, fighting for their lives.Low-budget war movie about the ongoing fight between Turkish nationalists and PKK terrorists in Eastern Turkey. Decent movie with a great scenery, but several shortcomings (acting quality and uncritical message).
Overall 6/10 - DirectorSean BakerStarsBrooklynn PrinceBria VinaiteWillem DafoeSet over one summer, the film follows precocious six-year-old Moonee as she courts mischief and adventure with her ragtag playmates and bonds with her rebellious but caring mother, all while living in the shadows of Walt Disney World.Drama about a young girl spending her time at a run-down motel in a bad neighborhood in Orlando during summer break. The cinematography, writing, and acting feel raw and immersive and make for a great if frustrating viewing experience.
Overall 8/10 - DirectorMartin CampbellStarsDaniel CraigEva GreenJudi DenchAfter earning 00 status and a licence to kill, secret agent James Bond sets out on his first mission as 007. Bond must defeat a private banker funding terrorists in a high-stakes game of poker at Casino Royale, Montenegro.James Bond spy thriller about his first mission at a Casino in Eastern Europe. Strong deconstruction of the very spy tropes, earlier movies help create; thrilling action scenes and some memorable moments with a great score.
2015 Overall 6/10
2019 Overall 7/10 [II] - DirectorJohn KrasinskiStarsEmily BluntJohn KrasinskiMillicent SimmondsA family struggles for survival in a world where most humans have been killed by blind but noise-sensitive creatures. They are forced to communicate in sign language to keep the creatures at bay.In a post-apocalyptic world, a family survives by keeping quiet, as creatures with hyper sensitive ears try to kill them. A far-fetched concept for a horror movie, but it mostly works, due to the strong actors, the many great scenes, and the clever way silence is incorporated.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorMarc ForsterStarsDaniel CraigOlga KurylenkoMathieu AmalricJames Bond descends into mystery as he tries to stop a mysterious organisation from eliminating a country's most valuable resource.James Bond spy thriller about the agent avenging the murder of his lover. The plot is tediously paced and the cast rarely shines, although the many chase scenes are entertaining.
Overall 5/10 [II]