Disclaimer: I purposefully did not include Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. For my purposes, it’s too American. I am interested in hearing if you think it should qualify and if you are willing to undertake a discussion on defining National Cinema. It is tricky, I certainly don’t object to others who would include it on …
2010 was a very good year for film. Looking back at the number of films I saw, I can count at least 50 films that I would recommend with some sort of varying enthusiasm. It became very hard to make my top ten list this year because, especially towards the end of the year, there …
#1- Machete Directed by Robert Rodriguez and co-director Ethan Maniquis It took three years, but Machete, whose fake trailer showcased before the B-picture homage Grindhouse, finally hit the cineplex. Anyone who found themselves excited by that teasing coming attraction will no doubt be satiated by the relentless onslaught of over-the-top violence, extreme gore, unnecessary nudity …
Best Animated Feature The Secret Of Kells Directed by Tomm Moore I realize The Secret Of Kells was nominated for an Academy Award in 2009, but technically the film was only released in 2010 and quite frankly I don’t care much for the Oscars. The Secret of Kells remains a feast for the eyes with …