Top 7 of the Decade Picspam
I know I still have a million comments or so to reply to, but I just wanted to get this up quickly, since this is the last day, I think, that I can do this. But yeah, enjoy!
Scrubs (2001) // tv series : Personally, I think this was a breath of fresh air for a comedy. You'd watch it, thinking of it as a comedy, but then be hit suddenly but a serious part of the show (weather it be a death or whatnot) and then be reminded that despite how unrealistic some of the show is, it is, in a way, very realistic.
Thirteen (2003) // movie : Even though I did not go though ANY of the thngs these girls did when I was thirteen, I thought this was very realistic (well, since it was based on a true story, I guess it should be ahaha). Anyway, I though this movie showed a nice portrayal of being at the top, and then slowly, then quickly, then slowly again going down a downhill spiral. Like that saying: "Let her crash and burn; she'll learn."
Defiance (2008) // movie : Ignoring my love for anything Holocaust related (don't ask), this is such a powerful movie. Excellent performances, great story, and overall a very strong and effecting movie. I was disappointed to see none of the actors got a nomination for an Oscar or anything for this movie.
Generation Kill (2008) // mini-series : As much as I love this, this is #7, because I can see why some people might not watch this. Not that I encourage you to not watch this, but this is a raw series. The dialogue and language stands out, which might make somebody who can't handle is sneer, but then you'll see various moments that make you forget all about it and realize that these boys are in a war. And they're boys. Plus, this doesn't go around any bullshit. This presents any negative situation one may want to hide on a silver platter. It has humor which helps mask the depressing situation these guys are in.
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) // movie : This is the second in the amazing trilogy, which sets up the ultimate battle in the last part. If you've read the books, then you'll know how much is involved in them, and you can't help but give Peter Jackson credit for picking the right parts to put into the movies. While this movie does have its share of drama, it's more relaxed, and you can enjoy what is going on. However (like with the other two) I am annoyed that Liv Tyler got credit before Viggo Mortenson and that she was on every poster like she was one of the main, main characters. I mean, if it's because of her name, then even Cate Blanchett should've gotten credit before her. It's just very annoying, especially since Sean Astin and Viggo Mortenson deserved that spot more than she did.
South Park (1997) // tv series : Even if you do not like this series, you have to admit, this isn't like any other. Each episode has a point to prove, even though the episode is covered with swears and situations that you laugh at, but feel bad afterwards. Either way, you have to admit, there is no other series like this. Or, I should say, no other series has this same combination, which helps make the series run so well.
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) // movie : This is the beginning of the amazing trilogy. Much more than the typical, fantasy movie, this involves characters that feel very real. This also helped set the plot for what would become one of the greatest trilogies around. Maybe THE greatest.
The West Wing (1999) // tv series : Even though I just started to really watch this series this year (I'd seen it when it had aired, but I was too young to understand the politics), I think this is one of the greatest shows in the decade. If not, ever. Great cast, great plots, great drama (I prefer the seasons 1-4, so those are the only pics I used). All in all, just an amazing, breathtaking series. And I had to use that "quote page" for that one scene alone, because that quote (I even shortened it) and scene is one of the greatest in history. Martin Sheen nailed it, and it is just an example of why this series was one of the greatest.
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) // movie : In a way, I have a soft spot for this movie, because it was the only one I saw in theaters (I was too young for the first two...though I guess since I was twelve when I saw this in theaters, I was too young for this one too ahaha). Anyway, even though I love the lightness of the first one, and the way the second one continues the story, this one is my favorite, because of how powerful it is. This is the last of the trilogy, so this is when the most drama happens, and when the most powerful scenes take place. And it is during these scenes, when you sit at the tip of your seat, and think, "wow, this is an AMAZING movie". I don't think many people who have seen this trilogy disagree with me on this.
Band of Brothers (2001) // mini-series : Yup. This is my favorite. Even though I love Lord of the Rings as much as this, this fact shows how this stands out so much: this is about real people. This is a real story. And unlike Generation Kill, these boys did not have a choice. They signed up for this, because if they didn't, then they would have been placed somewhere else. They were forced into this war. And seeing such an amazing story about ordinary men who did and saw extraordinary things is a great experience. This is probably one of the best things to hit television in years. And Emmys/Golden Globes? These actors were robbed of them. The show won a lot, but the actors didn't, which considering who is nominated nowadays, is just sad.
Hope you enjoyed this! Resource post is HERE . Happy New Year!