2005's Best Movies

If this is a piece of Woody Allen than I have to look more into this guy. This is one of the only movies that I would truly recommend to literally everyone I know.

Felicity Huffman frighteningly plays a great tranny. Kevin Zegers = great actor The acting in general is nothing short of spectacular. And it has that Dolly Parton song that would have won the Oscar if only it wasn't so hard out here for a pimp.

This is a fantastic film (and I am quite surprised to say so). For some reason, I was hesitant on watching the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe even though I saw it in play-format and loved it and quite admire C.S. Lewis. I think I was afraid that the imagination of the story would translate the way that the story of Harry Potter did on screen (which was poorly, in my opinion.) But, I was delightfully mistaken. This film truly does capture the imagination of the children that C.S. Lewis first wrote about.


Also, the allegorical aspect is fascinating. I especially enjoyed Aslan's ressurection scene. The cinematography was beautiful. Basically, the whole movie filled me with wonder.


The only caution that I would give around this movie is that, while thought to be a "children's movie", it is not. I think it would frighten younger children and is actually quite violent. Not only that but the Queen is quite merciless and represents complete evil. There's nothing wrong with such a character but, like I said, smaller children might not like it.

I knew very little about Truman Capote when I went to see this movie. The film helps you to understand and know Capote by taking you through his research for his famous novel. You think you are watching a murder mystery unfold but quickly come to find out that you are learning about a very multi-layered man.

An absolutely fantastic story is presented that brings forth not only political issues but human issues. The acting is incredible and the casting for the main character, using three different actors for different times of his life, was phenomenal. Overall, a well-rounded, gripping film.

This is an absolutely beautiful film in every sense of the word. Visually, it's stunning. And it is deeply moving as it explores the tension between human struggle and religious hope. The symbolism is powerful yet simple. The acting is strong yet subtle. This is such a meaningful look at a tragic real life circumstance. However, what I like about this film is that the tragedy isn't crippling; it's actually quite empowering.

The characters in this movie are so bizarre and witty. The plot is driven and it's a very personal look at the real effects of the war.

I thought this movie was really great and I'd really like to read the books now. It had some serious romance happening not to mention death and dying.

If you are looking for mystery and suspense, this defines both. Again, this may not be for everyone especially the easily confused like my mom, who I envision muttering, "Explain this to me," throughout the entire film. Very interesting and falls just short of five stars.

This is a really great romantic comedy. It will make you go AWWWWW.