100 Movies Challenge
#83 Pompeii
I watched for Jon Snow and the hopes of something near history...well, one out of two ain't bad.
#84 Filth
James McAvoy - Wow! I didnt actually see the twist coming, but i obviously should have. This is quite a sad movie all & all, but definitely worth the watch. If you've not everyone's cup of tea, but if you've seen In Brudges and liked it, you will definitely like this.
#85 The Maze Runner
Read the book when i found out that Dylan OBrien was going to llay the lead. A sci-fi cross between Hunger Games and Temple Run, but i enjoyed it anyway. Some talented young actors.
#86 The Conspirator
Another James McAvoy. This was a very interesting, in depth look at the murder of A Lincoln. McAvoy plays the lawyer assigned to defend the mother of one of the men who conspired to commit the multiple murders that were attempted that night. I highly recommend this film to history junkies.
#87 Matilda
I've seen parts of this (specifically that salamander scene) but had never sat down and watched the entire thing. Love it. Wonderful, imaginative story that weve all written in our heads when we were mad at our parents and wanted to run away. I know she's all grown up now, but the young actress who plays Matilda is so much fun to watch.
#88 Thank You for Sharing
This was not what i expected. Not that i know what i was expecting. Mark Ruffalo plays a sex addict who is both mentored and mentor. Follows the stuggles of three men in three very different places in their recovery. Very moving and very entertaining. Highly recommend!
#89 Big Hero 6
One of my favorite NEW movies this year. A Marvel comic animatef by Disney. So very fun and yet there were several times i was brought to tears. Fun for the whole family.
#90 That Awkward Moment
The exact opposite of a chick flick and so entertaining. My whole family watched (minus the kids - Rated R for a reason, folks) and enjoyed!
#91 Gravity
i know there were mixed reviews on this film, but i enjoyed it for what it was. A scary-ass possibility that would most definitely have me seriously considering suicide. Thank God I'm not an aastronaut! This had me on the edge of my seat most of the time. For that it gets an above average grade.
#92 Prince of Egypt
Forget watching Exodus. Watch Prince of Egypt instead. Biblically more accurate and very well done!
#93 Hunger Games: Mocking Jay
Everything i hoped it would be. Patiently waiting til next year.
#94 The Guilt Trip
I enjoy the hell out of Seth Rogen, but ive never seen him in this type of a role. Loved it. Perfect mother and son trip across the country with the hopes of reconnecting her with the love of her life, and instead the reconnect in their own relationship. Very sweet, very funny and just the right amount of touching.
#95 Our Idiot Brother
i actually avoided this movie for a very long time because of the original trailer. It looked to me like Paul Rudd trying very hard to do a Will Farrell movie and i cant stand Will Farrell. But something made me turn it on that night and i loved every last minute of it. Turns out the brother isnt the idiot of the family after all.
#96 Hobbit - BOTFA
I love my Tolkien books, but im no purist. That said, there are a few things i would change about this movie if i could. But it's got nothing to do with staying true to the book. I'm one of those that agrees with Pete and Fran and Phillipa; these movies had to be expanded beyond the written "Hobbit" material. Im very happy that the dove into the LoTR appendices to get more background info. It really helped to fill the story. The thing i disagree with is how they divided the films up. Im not sure this could have been accomplished in two films, but the beginning of the third film didnt feel right. It didnt have the same flow as any of the previous 5 films. I really wish they could have finished the Smaug story in the 2nd movie and then moved on the finish the tale. But...i still loved it. And i cant wait to be able to marathon all six movies in succession.
#97 World War Z
I'm not a fan of scary movies. I even have a hard time watching TWD. So I've never felt the need to watch this movie. But im glad i did. This was a really gripping tale and a terrifying premise. And im reminded of how good of an actor Brad Pitt actually is. He's not just a pretty face. He was just very believable in this role. Highly recommend!
#98 The World's End
Throw a whole bunch of English blokes into a pub house circuit, add aliens and stir...so much fun!
#99 Homefront
Need to watch this one again, because i came in to the movie just a tish late. Definitely one my dad would enjoy and for that matter, my whole family. Action packed, ex DEA agent/father (dude from Transporter who is Awesome ) faces off against meth-cooking James Franco.
#100 Grand Budapest Hotel
Everyone says it's really good and it IS! But bring your attention span as this is fast paced and the dialog tends to go in very fast circles. So many great actors, but Ralph Fiennes is just perfect as is his little protégé. Their chemistry is so much fun to watch. I'm glad i saved this one for last!
Wow! I cant believe I managed to get this all accomplished. 100 movies in one year. It's not actually as difficult as I thought it would be, but it did push me to make choices i might not have normally made. But now it's 2015 and time to find a new challenge!
I watched for Jon Snow and the hopes of something near history...well, one out of two ain't bad.
#84 Filth
James McAvoy - Wow! I didnt actually see the twist coming, but i obviously should have. This is quite a sad movie all & all, but definitely worth the watch. If you've not everyone's cup of tea, but if you've seen In Brudges and liked it, you will definitely like this.
#85 The Maze Runner
Read the book when i found out that Dylan OBrien was going to llay the lead. A sci-fi cross between Hunger Games and Temple Run, but i enjoyed it anyway. Some talented young actors.
#86 The Conspirator
Another James McAvoy. This was a very interesting, in depth look at the murder of A Lincoln. McAvoy plays the lawyer assigned to defend the mother of one of the men who conspired to commit the multiple murders that were attempted that night. I highly recommend this film to history junkies.
#87 Matilda
I've seen parts of this (specifically that salamander scene) but had never sat down and watched the entire thing. Love it. Wonderful, imaginative story that weve all written in our heads when we were mad at our parents and wanted to run away. I know she's all grown up now, but the young actress who plays Matilda is so much fun to watch.
#88 Thank You for Sharing
This was not what i expected. Not that i know what i was expecting. Mark Ruffalo plays a sex addict who is both mentored and mentor. Follows the stuggles of three men in three very different places in their recovery. Very moving and very entertaining. Highly recommend!
#89 Big Hero 6
One of my favorite NEW movies this year. A Marvel comic animatef by Disney. So very fun and yet there were several times i was brought to tears. Fun for the whole family.
#90 That Awkward Moment
The exact opposite of a chick flick and so entertaining. My whole family watched (minus the kids - Rated R for a reason, folks) and enjoyed!
#91 Gravity
i know there were mixed reviews on this film, but i enjoyed it for what it was. A scary-ass possibility that would most definitely have me seriously considering suicide. Thank God I'm not an aastronaut! This had me on the edge of my seat most of the time. For that it gets an above average grade.
#92 Prince of Egypt
Forget watching Exodus. Watch Prince of Egypt instead. Biblically more accurate and very well done!
#93 Hunger Games: Mocking Jay
Everything i hoped it would be. Patiently waiting til next year.
#94 The Guilt Trip
I enjoy the hell out of Seth Rogen, but ive never seen him in this type of a role. Loved it. Perfect mother and son trip across the country with the hopes of reconnecting her with the love of her life, and instead the reconnect in their own relationship. Very sweet, very funny and just the right amount of touching.
#95 Our Idiot Brother
i actually avoided this movie for a very long time because of the original trailer. It looked to me like Paul Rudd trying very hard to do a Will Farrell movie and i cant stand Will Farrell. But something made me turn it on that night and i loved every last minute of it. Turns out the brother isnt the idiot of the family after all.
#96 Hobbit - BOTFA
I love my Tolkien books, but im no purist. That said, there are a few things i would change about this movie if i could. But it's got nothing to do with staying true to the book. I'm one of those that agrees with Pete and Fran and Phillipa; these movies had to be expanded beyond the written "Hobbit" material. Im very happy that the dove into the LoTR appendices to get more background info. It really helped to fill the story. The thing i disagree with is how they divided the films up. Im not sure this could have been accomplished in two films, but the beginning of the third film didnt feel right. It didnt have the same flow as any of the previous 5 films. I really wish they could have finished the Smaug story in the 2nd movie and then moved on the finish the tale. But...i still loved it. And i cant wait to be able to marathon all six movies in succession.
#97 World War Z
I'm not a fan of scary movies. I even have a hard time watching TWD. So I've never felt the need to watch this movie. But im glad i did. This was a really gripping tale and a terrifying premise. And im reminded of how good of an actor Brad Pitt actually is. He's not just a pretty face. He was just very believable in this role. Highly recommend!
#98 The World's End
Throw a whole bunch of English blokes into a pub house circuit, add aliens and stir...so much fun!
#99 Homefront
Need to watch this one again, because i came in to the movie just a tish late. Definitely one my dad would enjoy and for that matter, my whole family. Action packed, ex DEA agent/father (dude from Transporter who is Awesome ) faces off against meth-cooking James Franco.
#100 Grand Budapest Hotel
Everyone says it's really good and it IS! But bring your attention span as this is fast paced and the dialog tends to go in very fast circles. So many great actors, but Ralph Fiennes is just perfect as is his little protégé. Their chemistry is so much fun to watch. I'm glad i saved this one for last!
Wow! I cant believe I managed to get this all accomplished. 100 movies in one year. It's not actually as difficult as I thought it would be, but it did push me to make choices i might not have normally made. But now it's 2015 and time to find a new challenge!