10. adventureland - this was surprisingly decent. It brings back the smart 80s coming-of-age tale and gives it some integrity. While none of the characters are very likeable and there are some rehashed storylines from actual 80s flicks, I liked it. It also reminds me of my 80s favorites: Fast Times, Last American Virgin.
9. a serious man - it's a bit tougher to explain why I like this one. I'll just say I love the last shot.
8. where the wild things are - everything about this was perfect.
7. the hangover - do i really need to say anything about it.
6. bad lieutenant - always loved Werner Herzog and Nic Cage was amazing. Cage had fun with this and it comes through. This should actually be my number 1, or 3 at least.
5. zombieland - everywhere I looked I heard that Star Trek was the most fun movie-going experience of the year. Not True.
4. Terminator Salvation - I think Sam Worthington is one of my new favorite actors.
3. inglorious basterds - like the Hangover, no explanation.
1/2. Funny People / District 9 - I couldn't decide which I loved more. Judd Apatow reached a new peak with Funny People with his different brand of storytelling. I want to see this guy's films when he's sixty-five. Now on the other hand there's District 9, which blew my mind. It's an extraordinary scyfy action film with equal brain and muscle power. It's great filmmaking and storytelling. If you haven't caught on, I'm big on great storytelling within film.
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