So many movies come out every year, it is inevitable we will miss one or two gems amidst the abyss of typical Hollywood garbage. So in the spirit of the impending awards season, here is a shorter, more manageable guide to some standout films of the past year, complete with my personally-assigned superlatives. If you have not seen one, go rent it on iTunes on the next rainy afternoon and see if you agree with it’s prestigious award.
Cutest Romantic MovieβThe Vow (But bring your portable tissue package)
Most Talked AboutβThe Dark Knight Rises (This film got publicity for all of the right and wrong reasons)
Best Date MovieβThere is no such thing as a good date movie–do something more creative on a date!
Best RemakeβThe Amazing Spiderman (Obviously it’s better if the word “amazing” is slipped in there)
Least Boring Action MovieβThe Avengers (Yeah, there are explosions and fighting; but there is also eye candy and witty remarks)
Most Hilariousβ21 Jump Street (The funniest part was when Channing Tatum didn’t get the girl in the end)
Most MisunderstoodβMoonrise Kingdom (This will put all of your awkward childhood stories to shame)
QuirkiestβPerks of Being A Wallflower (On the outside it’s awkwardly humorous, but look out for that deeper message!)
Best Family MovieβWreck it Ralph (Just an all-around great time)
Most EducationalβLincoln (That Honest Abe was quite the character, and this is an entertaining way to learn about those famous consitutional amendments)
Best Movie to See AloneβMagic Mike (Abs on abs on abs for days)
Strongest TearjerkerβLes Miserables (I mean, the title says it all, but it’s not a complete downer in the end)
THEN
My FavoriteβSilver Linings Playbook (I can’t define this one, just go see it…please)
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