Stuart's best and worst of 2004
I can't say I wasn't surprised at the results of my own reviews, for 2004. But this year has included a lot of films that will be remembered (at least by me). Note that I have at least two comedies here (not looking at anyone particular, Mr Mark).
Nothing short of brilliant. Also poignant, intelligent and above all relevant. I doubt there will be a film this good in 2005.
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Pixar once again prove they are masters of the medium. Funny, thrilling, exciting.
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Simple powerful, and above all, OLD SCHOOL. None of that overused wirework or 'bullet time', this is action pure and simple, with a great story to boot. (made 2003, seen 2004 at Melbourne International Film Festival).
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It may have been preaching to the choir and unashamedly biased, but Moore's exposé was powerful, intelligent and, well, sensible.
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A film with many flaws, yet wonderfully heartfelt and entertaining all the same. Natalie Portman was brilliant, thus having prevented her career from dying in the wake of Star Wars.
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A perfectly conceived drama. All aspects of this film were executed flawlessly, I just didn't love it.
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Hilarious, exciting and above all VERY COOL. Now that we've had a couple of good zombie movies, can Hollywood finally put the deceased to rest for a decade or so?
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Though I'm sure it was nothing like Asimov's book, this is a great Hollywood popcorn movie. Will Smith was a bit off key, but Sonny the robot stole the show.
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Terrifying and unrelenting. Long live digital filmmaking! (made 2003, released 2004 in Australia).
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Don't listen to me. M.Night Shyamalan could film 3 hours in the life of an ingrown toenail (in real time) and I'd still bow down in awe and respect. A master filmmaker whose aim was slightly off this time. Oh, and Bryce Dallas Howard is TNBT.
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Darkness Bride (You gou) - 0/10
I'll Sleep When I'm Dead - 0/10
Resident Evil: Apocalypse - 0/10
Dead Creatures - 0.5/10
Three suns (Tres Solar) - 1.5/10
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