Everyone is doing their end of year lists and with only one last film that I’m seeing in the cinema this year left (Sherlock Holmes) I think it might be safe to put my best of list together. I promise tomorrow’s post will not be about movies, but I can’t promise anything for the next day.
Actually that reminds me, if you haven’t had your fill of movie talk you should go and check out the Midnight Movie Club where QYDJ regular Dan and I talk about the Christmas movie Scrooged!
Now this list is kind of in order, certainly the number one film is the number one film for me this year but the others could probably be shuffled depending on my mood 
- Star Trek - Perfect reboot to my most loved of science fiction series, I still remember seeing the very first teaser poster that had the Starfleet/Enterprise insignia against the colours of command and science. Even then I had a really good feeling that it was going to go in the right direction and the film certainly delivered. Can’t wait for a sequel!
- Avatar - All the hype, the long wait and the budget were so worth it. I’ve already declared my undying love for this film.
- Moon - I can’t get over how ridiculously brilliant this film is and what an absolute joy that Sam Rockwell is in his performance. If you didn’t like him before this film then this should convince you as he completely carries the film and is damn good whilst doing so.
- District 9 - OMFG what a great year for science fiction!!! This film was a perfect example of great science fiction examining our own world issues and just setting them in a speculative fictional situation. It was also extraordinary how they introduced a truly unlikeable “hero” that doesn’t make you hate the film.
- Zombieland - I can pretty much take or leave most zombie films now days, whilst zombies are still pretty neat the idea of them is becoming a little over saturated for my liking. But Zombieland was a breath of fresh air with a Ghostbusters homage which honestly would help any film. As zombies films go this was really witty and in my own opinion has dethroned Shaun of the Dead.
Other notable mentions include: Where the Wilds Things Are, The Hangover, Black Dynamite and to show how close it was Up was originally in the list:
Pixar are simply the best at what they do and Up was no different, 3D certainly doesn’t hurt a film but this was just a wonderful tale about how you shouldn’t put your dreams off and even if you do it is never too late to chase them… unless you die, then it’s too late, so go back to the first lesson…
There are probably a bunch more but these are the ones that came to mind.
So what were your favourite films of this year?
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But Superman 4 is still your outright favourite all-time best movie ever, isn't it?
A good list, but I'd throw Inglourious Basterds on mine, and Watchmen.
Without a doubt the best film I saw this year was The Hangover. I don't think I have laughed so hard at a film in about a decade.
Up was beautiful.
The Boys are Back was a wonderful Australian made film starring the excellent Clive Owen.
Star Trek was very high quality too.
I haven't yet seen Avatar but I hope to do that over the Christmas weekend.
That's Superman IV The Quest for Peace to you mister.
Agreed on Inglourious Basterds, horrible oversight on my behalf. Not so convinced on Watchmen, it was great if you know and love the comic, which I do, but a stand alone movie it just didn't hold up.
Looked fantastic though, a great supplement to the graphic novel.
The Hangover was good and funny, no doubt the funniest this year but upon consideration I think my list is a reflection of my taste in general, all science fiction. Which makes it hard for me to rate a comedy over a really good scifi film.
i think hangover was a big bang…… it was like u cant stop laughing your self out…
Hmm, yet to watch Moon (I'm so annoyed at myself to have missed it at the cinema) and Zombieland [I'm amazed that you actually said Shaun of The Dead being dethroned..have to verify]..and Where The Wild Things are.
My fav 5 movies of the year: in no order
Avatar.. you know why. Unless JC makes a complete mess of the 2nd and 3rd part, I think we have a Saga in the making.
Star Trek.. again very awesome. Really, cant wait for the sequel.
District9.. Effin prawns
Up.. the starting 10 minutes wringed me dry
Hangover.. just knock-out writing. ..
In addition to that..Hurt Locker. A must watch!
Currently compiling my list – I've seen 3 of your top 5 and two will make my list. Still can't handle seeing Cameron's Smurf movie though.
I've heard very interesting rumours around Avatar sequels, talking about visiting other planets in the area or going underground…
Felt the exact same way during Up – it was very hard not to include it which is why I mentioned it.
I really recommend Avatar as I was cynical going in myself, I actually secretly wanted to see Cameron fail, I don't know why that is but I did – watching the film turned me around completely.
I'm looking forward to checking out the list.
I think Inglorious Bastered would make way into my list.