I’ve been doing this type of list [1][2][3] for a while but when I saw filmstate’s Top 5 movies 2012 you may have missed. I was in total agreement with so much of the list, I felt 5 was too short.
This is the list…
- Headhunters
I’ve not actually seen this but its in my collection to watch when I got time just like the intouchable. Everyone has good things to say about this movie. - Your sister’s sister
I actually didn’t think much of this one… Drama and not exactly gripping in anyway. - Safety not guaranteed
Quirky tale which seemed to be going no where fast but then it seems to head towards a ending which shocks. I know what Ryan means about the ending, but I actually quite liked it. - The raid redemption
Like a few others I’ve not seen it yet, but its also in my collection. I think after seeing Dredd, I prefer it already. But its totally unfair as I saw it first. Oh by the way he’s the official word on who copied who… - Martha Marcy May Marlene
I have already talked about this movie in depth here… Always uncomfortable to watch but really good
Here’s my additional list…
- Upside Down
I’m a total sucker for romantic films with a hint of sci-fi for example time travelers wife. But this one is stunning to watch and reminds me of what dreams may come in visual impact. - Dredd
Yes I know its exactly the same concept as the raid redemption and there will be those who prefer it to Dredd but for me the slow-mo shots and having Judge Dredd involved in the mix is awesome. I know a lot of people were put off because they thought it was like a Judge Dredd sequel but they are very wrong. - Compliance
Just recently watched this and was blown away at the sequence of events and levels of social engineering deployed in this real life is even more scary drama. - Fire with Fire
This reminds me of Law Abiding Citizen, where you think you got its number but actually you don’t. Also asks how far would you go for witness protection?
- The Words
Interesting tale about a man who uses another mans words to profit greatly and never considers where they came from. When faced with the real author sparks fly. Slow and smooth film. - Not Suitable for Children
Got me think for interesting reasons. Its about a guy who finds out he has prostate cancer and will loose the ability to have kids. The story is funny and a bit tragic. Weirdly I had a dream the same thing happened to me a few days after watching this. - Premium Rush
New York bike messengers drama, not great but entertaining and worth watching if most of my other selections are too deep or too dark and intense - The Intouchables
Not actually seen this yet but I hear great things about it from friends. Its in my list to watch one day when I’m chilling out and not doing something else at the same time. - Coriolanus
I’ve watched half of this and keep trying to find proper time to watch it. But what I’ve seen so far it looks good and shame lots didn’t see it because it was put through the independent circuit, even with such mainstream actors. Maybe its the area of focus which makes it less mainstream
