Saturday 9 January 2016

The year so far

So, I'm hoping to get a little more writing done this year and keep track of the films I've watched. Reviews for every film will not be possible, however, I will be listing all the films I've watched with a sentence and a score out of 10 - that way, my films of the year will be much easier to identify too! Although we are not far into the year, I've been catching up on films, so here's the list so far....

The Martian: Matt Damon on top form in this Mars based Robinson Crusoe, but the book is much better. 6/10

Everest: Interesting factual story with breathtaking scenery, but not at all memorable. 5/10

Carol: A beautiful love story and an homage to 1950s cinema. 8/10

Mistress America: Refreshing to see Greta Gerwig play a different character and collaborate with Baumbach to create an enjoyable New York tale. 7/10

Sleeping with other people: Amusing rom-com with a slight difference and far more risqué. 6/10

Joy: Joyous rags to riches tale with charismatic Lawrence running the show. 8/10

The Danish Girl: Period transgender piece with incredible acting and a fascinating story - I would love to watch this one again already. 9/10

The Diary of a Teenage Girl: Great 1970s teen drama with mesmerising performances and a lot of sex. 8/10

Room: Claustrophobic character study with astounding acting and an original perspective. 9/10

So currently in the lead spot are The Danish Girl and Room. But films that may knock them off are Love and 45 Years which are next on the pile to watch...

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