In celebration of the past year in film, here are my choices for the 10 best movies of the year. And, in keeping with my addiction to brevity and precision, I will explain each of my choices in exactly 10 words each… so, this is 100 words on 10 films.
10. Flow – Gorgeous animation with zero talking. Storytelling
through images and expressions.
9. Sing Sing – The most honest film of 2024 with powerful,
real performances.
8. My Old Ass – Cute teen romance that become a surprising lesson
on love.
7. Conclave – Superstar cast plus an intriguing mystery equals
a potent drama.
6. Wicked: Part One – Two great lead actresses and a deft
directing touch, winner!
5. Dune: Part Two – Stunning production design, props for making a
dense mythology work.
4. The Wild Robot – All the emotions of parenthood as told through animated animals.
3. September 5 – Stellar ensemble explores journalistic
morality in a riveting true story.
2. Challengers – Cannot tear your eyes from this sexy, scintillating
love triangle.
1. Anora – Performance of the year from Mikey Madison, brave
and gut-wrenching.
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