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|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

54% | 1983 Ranked | Gary Oldman | May Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 16 - Mike Leigh

I'm sorry for the one who liked this (especially Tom Saunders), But I was bored for 2 hours.

Tim Roth and Phil Daniels were great though.

Last 52x52 review | Witness for the Prosecution |
Last review | Drive My Car |

| Discord Best Picture Nomination |

42% | 2021 Ranked | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

I'm sorry for the one who liked this (especially Harvey), But I was bored for 3 hours.

Last review | Playground |

| Recommendation from Harvey |

62% | 2021 Ranked | French European Movie | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

The only thing this movie made me feel is uncomfortable. I have nothing bad to say about the technical aspect of this movie, but I guess it's just not my kind of movie. I didn't enjoyed it one bit. I'm sorry Harvey.

Last review | 28 Days Later |

| 52 weeks challenge 2025 - Week 14 |

84% | 2002 Ranked | Cillian Murphy | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 14 - Watch a movie with digits numbers in the title

| Theme credits | hyeristorm |

That was longer than a heart beat.

28 Days Later rocks! It's super creepy, the story is intense and Cillian Murphy was great! Oh that score is insane! I have nothing more to say tho.

Last Challenge review | Sunset Boulevard |
Last review | Young Mr. Lincoln |

|| M. John Ford - Marathon ||

| Watched on | TUBI TV |

80% | John Ford | 1939 Ranked | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Young Mr. Lincoln was released in the same year as Stagecoach, and it marks the first John Ford film that I've genuinely enjoyed. I've mentioned before that courtroom dramas from this era are a particular favorite of mine, and Young Mr. Lincoln certainly delivered on that front.

While the film starts somewhat slowly, the courtroom scenes are where the story truly captivated me. Henry Fonda's performance is outstanding, and John Ford's direction is stellar. Overall, I found Young Mr. Lincoln to be a very enjoyable film.

Last Review | The Circus |
Last Ford Review | Rio Grande |

| Marathon - Introduction of Charlie Chaplin Filmography |

| Watched on | Youtube |

78% | 1928 Ranked | Charlie Chaplin | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

The Circus is an impressive Chaplin film and might be his most underrated, or perhaps overlooked, film. The scene with the lion and the tightrope scene were creatively edited and particularly impressive. The ending was unexpected, and I heard it was inspired by his earlier work. Overall, I was impressed by this short but very enjoyable Chaplin film. Only one more to go now, Modern Times here I come.

Last review | Rio Grande |
Last Chaplin review | A Dog's Life |

|| M. John Ford - Marathon ||

64% | John Ford | 1950 Ranked | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

So, apparently, this movie is part of "Ford's Cavalry Trilogy," along with Fort Apache and She Wore a Yellow Ribbon. So far, I am not enjoying these types of Westerns. I struggle to connect with the story or any of the characters. While I'm not completely bored, I find that it doesn't live up to my expectations of the greatness I thought it would be. Perhaps I'm not as much of a fan of Westerns as I initially thought.

Last Review | Cinderella |
Last Ford Review | Fort Apache |

Original Disney Animation Marathon

| Watched on | Disney Plus |

79% | 1950 Ranked | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

I'm generally 50/50 on princess stories, so I wasn't sure if I'd really enjoy Cinderella. Fortunately, it turned out to be a pleasant surprise. I'm not sure if it was Cinderella's unwavering kindness or the stepmother and sisters' despicable behavior, but I found myself really engaged in the story. Even though I knew the Disney's usual happy ending was coming—and I've seen many versions of this tale—it was still enjoyable to watch the original. Overall, I'd say it's a really good Disney movie.

Last Disney Review | The Princess and the Frog |
Last Review | Harvey |

| A brief 50's marathon |

87% | 1950 Ranked | James Stewart | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Harvey was a genuinely fun watch. The story of a man and his imaginary friend at his old age is interesting, and Jimmy Stewart was truly incredible in the role. Delivering that type of performance must not have been easy. It was an enjoyable watch, and I have nothing much to add, except that Jimmy Stewart was the GOAT of his time.

Last review | All About Eve |

| Chasing the Best Picture |

82% | 1950 Ranked | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

While I might not adore this movie as much as others, I still recognize it as a great film with an incredible script. The film powerfully highlights the destructive obsessions that drive people to claw their way to the top. I especially loved the great chemistry between the cast , and the ending was genuinely unexpected. Overall, All About Eve is a truly great film.

Last Best Picture review | Braveheart |
Last review | Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning |

| The Impossible Marathon |

| Watched | My Own Bluray |

95% | Tom Cruise | 2023 Ranked | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 2nd watch |

My latest Review of Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning remains largely unchanged. Nevertheless, I previously stated that there were no flaws in the film, but upon reflection, I realize that there are some imperfections. However, I choose to accept these shortcomings as part of what makes this a thrilling movie. It is a high-octane film with an immersive yet terrifying plot. It's an awesome movie plain and simple.

P.S. I've noticed that I was tending to be quite harsh with my film ratings the last years, reserving 5 stars for only the most outstanding films. Despite this tendency, I've been giving a lot of scores around 94%, which is just shy of a perfect score. I'm working to be more open-minded and willing to give 5-star ratings when a movie truly deserves it. This doesn’t mean I will ease my standards; I just want to be a bit more positive about the greater films. If that makes sense, it was just a little non pertinent note.

Last review | Sunset Boulevard |
Last Impossible review | Mission: Impossible – Fallout |

| 52 weeks challenge 2025 - Week 13 |

64% | 1950 Ranked | Billy Wilder | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 13 - A Movie From the ''Classic movies for beginners'' List

| Theme credits | Me |

Sunset Boulevard was a significant letdown, especially considering its esteemed reputation and my positive experiences with Billy Wilder's other films. Up until now, I hadn't rated a Wilder film lower than a 4/5, which made my disappointment even more pronounced.

While the film's technical aspects are undeniably polished and the acting is strong, I struggled to connect with the narrative and find the characters compelling. Norma Desmond's extreme narcissism was a major obstacle for me. While I understand that her unlikeable nature might have been intentional, I found it difficult to move past my aversion to her character and fully engage with the story.

I acknowledge that my high expectations may have contributed to my disappointment, and I understand why Sunset Boulevard resonates with so many viewers. Unfortunately, it simply didn't work for me.

Last Challenge review | The Man with the Golden Arm |
Last review | Witness for the Prosecution |

|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

| Watched on | My own DVD |

97% | 1957 Ranked | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 15 - Billy Wilder

After delving into Billy Wilder's filmography, Witness for the Prosecution has quickly become my favorite. Perhaps it's my affinity for courtroom dramas, or maybe the genre simply had a certain appeal in the pre-1960s era, but I found this film captivating. Although the beginning was a bit slow, this is easily forgiven once the extensive and gripping courtroom sequence begins. The script is remarkably complex, filled with intriguing plot twists that kept me on the edge of my seat. Charles Laughton delivers an outstanding performance; this was my first experience watching him, and he truly stole the show. Witness for the Prosecution has definitely become one of my favorite films.

Last review | Munich |

|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

| Watched on | My own DVD |

63% | 2005 Ranked | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 14 - Steven Spielberg

I apologize for the delay, I've been lazy/busy on posting reviews lately, and I might keep my comments brief for next ones coming. I approached Munich with as little bias as possible, despite my negative feelings toward the little I know of Golda Meir.

Steven Spielberg's direction is commendable, and it would be unfair to call the film outright "bad." However, the film suffers from a significant pacing issue; it drags considerably. Its excessive length caused me to lose engagement early on. Ultimately, Munich is fine, but it is also probably my least favorite Spielberg film.

Last review | Before Midnight |

|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

| Watched on | Crave |

63% | 2013 Ranked | Ethan Hawke | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 13 - Richard Linklater (Part 3)

Unfortunately, Before Midnight takes a different direction. Instead of flirting and engaging dialogue, the film focuses on arguing dialogue instead, which I wasn't a fan of. I had a hard time connecting with Céline's character. While I understand her arguments throughout the film, I found her reactions impulsive, making her a bit irritating, to be honest.

I believe that's more of a personal issue since many of my mutuals seemed to like this third film. I definitely didn't enjoy it as much as they did. With this film, the trilogy marathon concludes, and Linklater somehow managed to make me enjoy being single in the end. Thanks, Linklater, for this rollercoaster of emotions.

Last review | Before Sunset |

|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

| Watched on | Crave |

81% | 2004 Ranked | Ethan Hawke | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 13 - Richard Linklater (Part 2)

Honestly, it's very difficult to choose between Before Sunrise and Before Sunset as the superior film. I feel the same love for both; the primary distinction is that Before Sunrise gave us the initial spark, genuine connection, and the memorable phone booth scenario scene.

Before Sunset essentially uses the same recipe, but I believe it lacks sequences as memorable as those in Before Sunrise, with the exception of the coffee sequence, which comes close. Regardless, Richard Linklater has delivered another great work with this sequel, and it still makes me want to fall in love... thanks again, Linklater!

Last review | Before Sunrise |

|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

| Watched on | Crave |

83% | 1995 Ranked | Ethan Hawke | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 13 - Richard Linklater (Part 1)

There's definitely an authentic and genuine connection between Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy that makes you fantasize about starting a new relationship, just as the movie highlights. Ironically, while the story feels authentic, it also seems like a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The dialogue is interesting and captivating—fortunate, since it forms the core of the film—but it is also beautifully filmed. Damn you, Linklater, for making me want to fall in love again!

Last 52x52 review | Lolita |
Last review | The Man with the Golden Arm |

| 52 weeks challenge 2025 - Week 12 |

| Watched on | Amazon Prime Video |

57% | 1955 Ranked | April Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 12 - A Movie with a chemical name in the title

| Theme credits | Me |

The Man with the Golden Arm disappointed me for two main reasons. First, I had high expectations because I was proud of my criteria leading to being hype for this week. Second, I really enjoyed Otto Preminger's previous projects that I watched and was looking forward to this one too. However, it didn't feel like the typical Otto Preminger film that I had ired in his other works.

The premise is interesting and audacious for its time, effectively highlighting the harsh realities of drug addiction. Unlike many others, I wasn't fond of Frank Sinatra's performance; while many consider it his career-best, I personally did not share that sentiment, possibly due to a lack of emotional connection with his character.

I found the entire first act quite dull, and while the last act was somewhat more engaging, I didn't really care for the plot twist. It's a bit disappointing because the ending was quite surprising and had the potential to be great, if I had been engaged before the last minutes. Perhaps I just wasn't in the right mood, but overall, this experience was disappointing for me.

Last Challenge review | Finch |

| 52 weeks challenge 2025 - Week 11 |

| Watched on | Apple Plus |

78% | 2021 Ranked | Tom Hanks | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 11 - Watch a movie featuring a Robot or A.I.

| Theme credits | DoodleBarb |

Finch is an emotional and enjoyable film. As a dog lover, it was clear that I would appreciate this movie, even though it focuses more on the robot. I loved the story; while it’s somewhat simple and does have its flaws, Tom Hanks delivers an authentic performance that makes up for it. It's not the greatest film I've seen, but it is certainly a good one.

Chris' Recs

Last Challenge review | Laura |

| 52 weeks challenge 2025 - Week 10 |

87% | 1944 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 10 - Watch a film with a woman first name in the title

| Theme credits | Me |

I was pleasantly surprised the first time I watched an Otto Preminger film with Anatomy of a Murder, so I went into this one with high expectations, and fortunately, it did not disappoint! I love a good film noir with a whodunit script filled with plot twists. While it is a slower film with not much action, the strength of the script maintains a good pace that keeps you engaged throughout the entire runtime. The characters are also well-developed, with Dana Andrews as Detective Mark, the beautiful Gene Tierney as Laura, and Clifton Webb as Waldo, all of whom were portrayed exceptionally well. In conclusion, Preminger's execution captivated me once again, and I can't wait to explore more of his filmography. The Man with the Golden Arm is Next.

Last Challenge review | A War |
Last review | Lolita |

|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

| Watched on | My Own BluRay |

42% | 1962 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 12 - Stanley Kubrick

Lolita is not particularly remarkable from a technical standpoint, and its story is deeply unsettling. As the narrative progresses, the discomfort only intensifies, making it a challenging watch. The characters are all generally unlikable, which further adds to the unease rather than providing any compelling emotional depth. Overall, I find this film disturbing, and I believe its themes have not aged well.

Last 52x52 review | The Elephant Man |
Last review | Black Hawk Down |

| From ''Need a Rewatch'' List |

| Watched on | My Own BluRay |

93% | 2001 Ranked | 2000's Ranked | Ridley Scott | Ewan McGregor | Tom Hardy | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 2nd watch |

Black Hawk Down is an action-packed film that presents the disastrous outcomes of a military mission aimed to capture key underlings of a Somali warlord.

One of the standout aspects of the movie is its impressive ensemble cast, featuring actors like Josh Hartnett, Eric Bana, Ewan McGregor, Tom Sizemore, William Fichtner, Sam Shepard, and Jason Isaacs, who were well-known at the time. Additionally, the film includes future stars such as Orlando Bloom and Tom Hardy, who both rose to prominence in subsequent years.

Moreover, it’s worth mentioning Hugh Dancy (Will Graham in Hannibal), Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Jaime Lannister in Game of Thrones), and Ty Burrell (Phil Dunphy in Modern Family), contributing to a film filled with recognizable faces. This alone makes it worth watching, not to mention that each actor plays a significant role and delivers great performances.

However, it is the high-octane adrenaline that truly steals the show. The film keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout, with masterful editing and pacing that maintain the emotional intensity. Ridley Scott does an excellent job delivering a gripping story. Despite some historical inaccuracies regarding Malaysian during the events (they were nowhere to find in the film) and minor differences in war tactics, the film is apparently a pretty good portrayals of these events, which is pleasantly surprising given Ridley Scott's reputations in these kind of films.

For all these reasons, Black Hawk Down is definitely worth a watch.

Last Rewatch review | Braveheart |
Last review | The Elephant Man |

|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

92% | 1980 Ranked | Anthony Hopkins | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 11 - David Lynch

I AM NOT AN ELEPHANT! I AM NOT AN ANIMAL! I AM... A HUMAN BEING! I... AM... A... MAN!

After being in the minority with Mulholland Drive, I never expected to appreciate any of David Lynch's infamous films. However, I was pleasantly surprised. I absolutely loved The Elephant Man. It may be one of the least "Lynchian" films in his filmography, which was a very welcome news for me.

The Elephant Man is a powerful biopic drama filled with compelling and emotional moments. I was deeply moved by the story, and both Anthony Hopkins and John Hurt delivered outstanding performances. David Lynch showcases impressive editing techniques, and the cinematography was nothing short of breathtaking. Additionally, the makeup and set design were exceptional, contributing significantly to the film's overall impact.

There’s very little negative to say about this movie, and I can truly understand why it is so highly regarded.

Last 52x52 review | Insidious |

|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

| Watched on | Netflix |

44% | 2010 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 10 - James Wan

Who is watching these films? How does this franchise continue to live on? Insidious unfortunately falls into nearly every generic ghost plot ideas. While the concept of astral projection offered a slightly original twist, it wasn’t enough to redeem the film from its glaring flaws; a weak script and excessive, annoying sound effects intended to create scares.

Additionally, I felt there was a distinct lack of chemistry between Patrick Wilson and Rose Byrne, which is surprising to me. Although I wouldn’t consider myself a horror fanatic, I don’t think that’s the root of the problem. Overall, Insidious fails to deliver a compelling or engaging experience, leaving me questioning why it has accomplished so many sequel projects.

Last 52x52 review | Vanilla Sky |

|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

92% | 2001 Ranked | Tom Cruise | Kurt Russell | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 9 - Cameron Crowe

Vanilla Sky just blindsided me. I honestly didn't expect anything from this film since I had heard negative reviews long time ago, and the cast didn't inspire me initially. Penélope Cruz and Cameron Diaz are among my least favorite actresses, but Cruz is on a streak with two recent watches featuring her great performances: Vanilla Sky and Ferrari. Surprisingly, Cameron Diaz delivered a good (not great) performance as well. I challenge anyone to suggest a film where she's great, and I'll watch it first thing.

Tom Cruise has had his share of both good and bad films, but I generally find more good than bad, so I wasn't skeptical about his performance. However, I did have my doubts until I read reviews by Luke and Chris. The story captivated me throughout its entire runtime, even though I was extremely tired while watching it; I still managed to finish it due to the film's intriguing, mind-bending and mysterious plot.

While the film is chaotic and confusing at times, those elements contribute to its uniqueness and unpredictability. Cameron Crowe is known for both great and less impressive creations, but Vanilla Sky solidly falls into the "great" category for me. Crowe, an obvious music lover, also enhances the film with a strong soundtrack. I don't know why I hadn't seen this before; it is definitely worth watching.

Chris' Recs
Luke's Recs

Last 52x52 review | Juror #2 |
Last review | I'm Still Here |

Major Oscar Categories Marathon

91% | 2024 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

I'm Still Here is a movie that shows us how quickly a political system can turn into a fascist regime. The chemistry between the family adds an authentic touch to the story, making the film even more emotional and thought-provoking. Fernanda Torres was fantastic; in my opinion, she was robbed of the Oscar win. This type of film reminds us that we are not always sheltered from drastic political changes and that sometimes we must be grateful for the political system we have, even if it is not perfect, while also remaining alert to the possibility of significant changes.

Last Nomination review | The Girl with the Needle |
Last review | A War |

| 52 weeks challenge 2025 - Week 9 |

| Watched on | My Own BluRay |

76% | 2015 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 9 - Watch an Oscar Best International nominee

| Theme credits | Me |

A War is a powerful film that offers an authentic glimpse into the lives of soldiers during wartime. It explores the complexities of their experiences, including the harsh realities of war, the emotional toll of being away from family, and the weight of decisions that can alter their lives forever.

The film’s first half starts slowly but maintains your attention with its thought-provoking narrative. The second half will triggered you until the very end. Pilou Asbæk delivers a remarkably strong performance. This is a movie that is definitely worth watching.

Last Challenge review | Chicago |
Last review | Braveheart |

| Chasing the Best Picture |

| Watched on | My Own BluRay |

83% | 1995 Ranked | 1990's Ranked | From ''Need a Rewatch'' List | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 2nd watch |

Braveheart is utterly epic. The battles are grandiose, the speeches are memorable, the story is truly entertaining and perfectly by a beautiful score. Never during the entire three hours was I bored. Mel Gibson gave an incredible performance, and I initially thought his accent would be poor, but it wasn't. Honestly, this film does an incredible job to entertain me, and I totally understand why I liked it so much 10-15 years ago.

However, the liberties this film takes with history are incomprehensible. I can understand changing some aspects to romanticize or captivate the story further, but transforming the narrative into something almost entirely fictional when the original history is equally, if not more, interesting makes no sense to me. While you might be able to enjoy this film without considering historical accuracy, the truth still matters to me in historical films, as I always wonder if events portrayed actually occurred, but unfortunately it's not always the case.

It is still a good film, but the inaccuracies impacted my rating. Nevertheless, as I mentioned in my review of The Patriot, while it’s essential to acknowledge its lack of historical fidelity, we can still appreciate the movie for what it is.

Last Best Picture review | Chicago |
Last review | Juror #2 |

|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

| Watched on | Crave |

74% | 2024 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 8 - Clint Eastwood

Directing a film at 94 years old is definitely impressive, especially when the film ends up being a good one. I enjoyed Juror #2 a lot; it does have some flaws, particularly in the script. The courtroom scenes specifically felt a bit silly at times.

However, the plot as a whole was suspenseful and captivating. Nicolas Hoult and Toni Collette delivered great performances. In the end, the flaws are more forgettable than annoying, and I thoroughly enjoyed this watch. I really appreciate a good dilemma movie.

Last 52x52 review | Isle of dogs |
Last review | Chicago |

| 52 weeks challenge 2025 - Week 8 |
| Chasing the Best Picture |

| Watched on | Amazon Prime Video |

72% | 2002 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 8 - Watch a SAG Best Ensemble Performance Winner

| Theme credits | Me |

Chicago features insane set design, exceptional costumes, captivating music, and outstanding choreography. This film truly is a spectacle that showcases the best of its genre. However, as many might know, musical comedies and burlesque aren't quite to my taste.

I have never been a big fan of Renée Zellweger; I can’t pinpoint a specific reason, but her portrayal of a despicable character in this film makes it even less appealing for me. Despite my reservations about the cast—whom I’m not entirely a fan of—the performances were commendable. Both Zellweger and Catherine Zeta-Jones delivered delightful vocal performances.

Overall, I doubt I will watch this film again, but it’s important to note that it is far from being a bad film. It ultimately comes down to personal taste.

Last Challenge review | Gifted |
Last Best Picture review | Ordinary People |
Last review | Isle of Dogs |

|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

| Watched on | Disney Plus |

85% | 2018 Ranked | Edward Norton | Scarlett Johansson | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 7 - Wes Anderson

Isle of Dogs is yet another masterpiece from Wes Anderson. The stop-motion animation is incredibly well done, showcasing meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail. The film is engaging, filled with the signature storytelling that Anderson is known for.

The cast is indeed impressive, featuring an all-star lineup that brings the characters to life. However, I must it, I didn't enjoy it quite as much as Fantastic Mr. Fox. Nonetheless, it stands out as a great stop-motion film that is worth watching.

Last 52x52 review | Rashomon |
Last review | Echo |

| MCU Franchise ranked |

| Watched on | Disney Plus |

54% | 2024 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

With the return of Daredevil that reignite my excitement for the MCU, I approached Echo with an open mind. The first episode was promising, though it felt more like a recap than a standalone introduction. However, the series struggled to maintain that initial momentum.

Despite featuring two incredible fight scenes, there wasn't enough action involving Maya, which is sad considering this is a series labeled as mature. The fight scenes themselves felt somewhat useless for the overall narrative, but they were entertaining.

The finale left much to be desired; it offered little in of resolution or impact. Additionally, the chemistry between the characters felt absent, failing to engage me fully. Aside from the thrilling fight sequences and Vincent D'Onofrio's performance, the only positive takeaway for me was that it was only five episodes long, sparing us from a longer awful experience like She-Hulk.

In the end, while Echo had potential, it ultimately fell short of expectations in of character development and overall storytelling.

Last review | Rashomon |

|| 52 weeks 52 directors challenge ||

88% | 1950 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 6 - Akira Kurosawa

Rashomon is definitely a unique film for its time and perhaps even for our own. While some elements may have been explored separately in other works, the combination of these ideas in Rashomon was undoubtedly groundbreaking and probably remains undone. The film tells the story of a man's murder through four different versions recounted by four distinct characters. The use of the camera in certain scenes makes it feel as though we, the viewer, are the judges of these events.

The film addresses profound themes such as truth, morality, humanity, and existentialism. The use of flashbacks was also innovative for the 1950s, contributing to the storytelling’s complexity. The ending is truly remarkable, leaving us with question for days after.

Not only is Akira Kurosawa's creation original in its narrative and themes, but the execution of this story is also outstanding. The cinematography is incredible for its time. The casting was excellently chosen, with Toshirō Mifune delivering an especially outstanding performance. I am eager to see more of him, particularly since he stars in many of Kurosawa’s films. Rashomon serves as a fantastic introduction to Kurosawa’s filmography, and I look forward to exploring more of his work.

Last 52x52 review | Licorice Pizza |
Last review | A Dog's Life |

| Marathon - Introduction of Charlie Chaplin Filmography |

| Watched on | Youtube |

77% | 1918 Ranked | Charlie Chaplin | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

A Dog's Life might not be the most impressive or entertaining film in Charlie Chaplin's filmography, but that's only because he has created so many bigger works throughout his career. A Dog's Life is still an impressive film, showcasing Chaplin's signature style even at a young age. For a film made in 1918, it is truly remarkable—especially the stunts, set pieces, and the story. I have difficulties fully appreciating older films, especially silent ones, but Charlie Chaplin never misses.

Last review | Gifted |
Last Chaplin review | Monsieurs Verdoux |

| 52 weeks challenge 2025 - Week 7 |

| Watched on | Netflix |

81% | 2017 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 7 - Shuffle your watchlist 3 times and choose between the 3 choices.

| Theme credits | hyeristorm |

Does Gifted deliver a new recipe for film? Probably not. Does it provide a genuinely charming and moving experience? Absolutely. Both Chris Evans and Mckenna Grace were incredible in their roles. I enjoyed every second of it. While it may not be the best film you've seen in recent years, it is definitely a beautiful film. To be fair, this aligns perfectly with my taste in movies. So, take what you want from this review.

Last Challenge review | Kelce |

| 52 weeks challenge 2025 - Week 6 |

| Watched on | Amazon Prime Video |

79% | 2023 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 6 - Watch a film about American Football

| Theme credits | Me |

What's funny about me watching this documentary, aside from the fact that the two teams faced each other again in this year's Super Bowl, is my personal bias: I dislike the Eagles fanbase (even more than the Cowboys), and I wasn't fond of the Chiefs season this year (I hated them). However, I have always had immense respect for the Kelce brothers.

Jason Kelce made a statement acknowledging, “The Eagles fanbase are the most hated in the league.” There is indeed a reason for that Jason; they also have a reputation for being among the most disrespectful fans in the league. Whether loyal or not, it is what it is.

Moving on from whining (I'm sorry), Jason Kelce is a warrior with an incredible attitude towards his brother, fans, teammates, and family. Initially, I thought the documentary would focus on both brothers, but it turned out to primarily highlight the potential last year of Jason's career, which was a pleasant surprise. Don’t get me wrong; I like Travis and recognize that he is a fantastic football player. However, he can be a bit of a show-off. So, I prefer Jason; I always thought he seems to have a fantastic personality, and we hear less about him compared to Travis in general. Perhaps it’s because he's a lineman or maybe because doesn’t date Taylor Swift, but honestly, I think Kylie is the best wife anyway.

You can truly feel the love they have for each other. Their bond is evident, and Kylie seems like a very ive partner, willing to give everything for Jason. You can see that she is genuinely proud of him, and I have tremendous respect for their relationship.

I realize I might be rambling a bit in this review, but overall, I found this documentary to be quite good. It features multiple moving sequences that made me think it could have been an excellent double episode of "A Football Life". Jason Kelce truly deserves the spotlight. As a former offensive lineman in high school, I’m glad to see him praised and get rewarded with his own documentary.

Thanks to my friend Zach for the recommendation!

Last Challenge review | The Princess and the Frog |

| 52 weeks challenge 2025 - Week 5 |
Original Disney Animation Marathon

| Watched on | Disney Plus |

72% | 2009 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Week 5 - Chinese New Year : Year of Snake ; Watch a movie featuring snakes

| Theme credits | Tom Saunders |

I'm aware that my rating might not please everyone, but The Princess and the Frog is far from my favorite Disney film. That said, I did enjoy it! The characters are engaging, and the story is fun, charming, and entertaining overall. The jazzy score is certainly a highlight as well.

However, I found the plot to be somewhat generic and predictable. Despite this, I had a lot of fun watching the movie. Apologies to the fans out there!

Last Challenge review | Clemency |
Last Disney Review | Fantasia |
Last Review | The Girl with the Needle |

Major Oscar Categories Marathon

61% | 2024 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Like most of my mutuals said, the cinematography is impeccable, and the tone is dark, nightmarish, and haunting. However, the pacing is very slow. I don't mind slow films if they have a clear goal related to the pacing. The Girl with the Needle had a goal, but it took too long to get there, which ultimately caused it to lose my attention.

The last act is disturbingly interesting, but by that point, it was a bit too late for me to connect with the film. It could have been better, but it still leaves me with memorable scenes that I wish I could forget.

Now where are you I'm Still Here? You're the only one left!

Last review | Better Man |

Major Oscar Categories Marathon

76% | 2024 Ranked | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

I honestly don't know much about Robbie Williams, and watching him being a junky and an asshole for more than two hours didn’t make me want to learn more about him. Additionally, there are rumors that he may have stolen the lyrics and composition for his most famous song, Angels, but since nothing has been proven, I won't judge him for that.

Let's keep it to what's in the film. I can't deny that this film is entertaining, especially given that Robbie Williams is known as an entertainer. His character is very charismatic and fun to watch. While his gimmick is certainly creative and unique, it didn’t work with me completely. Moreover, even though his approach is distinctive, it doesn’t set his story apart from many typical biopics. However, this doesn’t diminish the overall quality of the movie.

I had fun watching this film, the editing and choreography were impressive, especially coming from someone like me who usually despises musical sequences. The songs were better than I expected, although I doubt I’ll listen to them frequently. Overall, Better Man didn’t make me fall in love with the artist Robbie Williams, but he did manage to get my arse for two hours.

Last review | A Complete Unknown |

Major Oscar Categories Marathon

83% | 2024 Ranked | Timothée Chalamet | James Mangold | Edward Norton | March Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

I'm going to be biased with this film because I love folk music, enjoy Bob Dylan's music, and adore Timothée Chalamet, so please don’t take my opinion too seriously. I understand why some people may not appreciate it; the story of a pop star's ascension can feel overdone. Also, we approach biopics expecting an in-depth exploration of the artist, which this film does not provide much. However, I believe the main intention was to illustrate the love-hate relationship Bob Dylan experienced throughout his folk era.

Dylan had a profound love for folk music, but as a melomaniac, he cherished all kinds of music and wanted to explore them all. Unfortunately, he felt stuck into the folk genre, which limited his creative expression. This theme resonates particularly strongly with the film ending with Woody Guthrie. Personally, I connected deeply with the story and thoroughly enjoyed it.

I appreciated the inclusion of other iconic figures, like Johnny Cash—who would make for a fascinating crossover with Walk the Line, also directed by James Mangold—and, of course, the beautiful Joan Baez. The soundtrack is undeniably a banger, although one must enjoy the genre to fully appreciate it. Timothée Chalamet’s performance was incredible, though I wouldn't say it's his best work of the year or in his career overall.

That said, I recognize the film has its flaws. It does not stray far from typical biopic tropes, and while it’s well-made, there are moments that felt a bit cheesy. Like many of you, I wished the film explored more of Bob Dylan’s past; however, I believe it wouldn’t have fit well in the overall narrative.

Overall, I enjoyed my experience viewing this film and feel the ratings may be a bit harsh. I understand that biopics have become somewhat formulaic lately, and not everyone is a fan of Bob Dylan’s music, which could affect their appreciation of the film. Nevertheless, I think James Mangold did a fantastic job with A Complete Unknown.

Last review | Maria |

Major Oscar Categories Marathon

55% | 2024 Ranked | February Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

This is my second Pablo Larraín film, and so far, I have had a similar experience: I am utterly impressed by the cinematography, for which he is nominated, but I am deeply unengaged by the story. Angelina Jolie delivers a good performance, and I also enjoy the score, which plays a significant role in the film.

Don’t get me wrong; the cinematography is impressive enough to make me want to see more of Pablo Larraín's work. However, I find myself two for two with plots that I just can't connect with. This may just be a personal preference; it's clear that this type of film resonates with some people. While I acknowledge it as a well-made film, it simply isn't for me.

Last review | The Brutalist |

Major Oscar Categories Marathon

56% | 2024 Ranked | Adrien Brody | February Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

The Brutalist is another disappointment among the Oscar nominees for me. I believe that Adam Brody, Felicity Jones, and Guy Pearce deliver strong performances. The cinematography was commendable, though not exceptional in my view. Unfortunately, I was not engaged by this film at all.

I found myself somewhat interested in the first half, but that minimal spark of engagement dwindled significantly as the movie progressed. The pacing was poor, with multiple sequences feeling like the story was starting over again, which added to my unappreciation. I struggled to grasp the film's overall goal and, as a result, I couldn't invest in the characters or their journeys.

Overall, The Brutalist was a significant letdown for me.

Last review | Nickel Boys |

Major Oscar Categories Marathon

61% | 2024 Ranked | February Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

I wanted to enjoy Nickel Boys, but ultimately, it was a bit of a letdown for me as I struggled to engage with the film. First and foremost, I’m not a fan of the 4:3 aspect ratio, it rarely works for me. Additionally, the non-linear storytelling added to my confusion, making it even harder to connect with the plot.

I also found the point-of-view editing style challenging. The frequent shifts between characters' perspectives made it difficult to fully appreciate the performances. That said, I respect the important story that the film seeks to convey. The acting is commendable, and the ending is thought-provoking and memorable.

Nevertheless, the combination of the 4:3 ratio, the non-linear storytelling, and the shifting point of view resulted in an experience that I did not appreciate.

Last review | Se7en |

|| From ''Need a Rewatch'' list ||

| Watched from | My Own Bluray |

| 100% | 1995 Ranked | David Fincher | Brad Pitt | Morgan Freeman | Gwyneth Paltrow | My Favourites of all time | February Watchlist/Ranked |

| 2nd watch |

Iconic crime thriller! What an intricate detective story, with both Morgan Freeman and Brad Pitt delivering stellar performances and remarkable chemistry. The atmosphere is chilling, dark, and tense. Kevin Spacey gives a truly disturbing performance, evoking a creepy energy coming close to the grandeur of Anthony Hopkins in Silence of the Lambs. And what can we say about that iconic ending? This film is truly a masterpiece.

Last Review | The Seed of the Sacred Fig |
Last Rewatch Review | The School of Rock |

Major Oscar Categories Marathon

70% | 2024 Ranked | February Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

Honestly, I had to do some research on this film because the ending was quite confusing. I learned that the director, Mohammad Rasoulof, was arrested for ''allegedly propagandizing against the regime'' due to this film. Fortunately, he was released and managed to flee Iran to present his film at festivals. I don't know what the future holds for him, but I respect his bravery and hope for a prolific career.

As for the film itself, I was completely engaged during the first half. I appreciated the drama within the family and the tension between the daughters and their parents, (mostly the father). It was challenging to take sides in this story, as both sides had valid reasons. The father wanted to protect his family (and his reputation, obviously), while the daughters wanted to stand up and fight against the regime. That premise was truly engaging, with only giving more interest to where the film was going.

However, I found that the final act, where the film took a metaphorical turn, didn't resonate with me. The first half felt realistic and authentic, while the third act seemed misplaced, and the characters appeared to be entirely different, particularly the father, which didn’t make sense to me. While I understand that the final act was more politically metaphorical and I now know its significance, I still wasn't a fan of it while respecting its significance. I would have preferred it to remain authentic and provide a hopeful or impactful ending. I'm not saying the ending isn't impactful—it just disengaged me from the plot and the whole build up felt useless, which is sad for a 3 hours film. It might work for some, but it didn’t for me.

Last review | The Apprentice |

This the story of a lawyer that teach to a real estate how to be a selfish prick and turns out at the end the lawyer is shocked that the real estate is a selfish prick.

Major Oscar Categories Marathon

73% | 2024 Ranked | February Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

I honestly enjoyed Wicked much more than I anticipated. The film’s aesthetic is beautiful, and the songs are quite good (coming from someone who doesn’t typically enjoy musicals). However, I found myself not fully invested in the story. Ariana Grande's character annoyed me, and I wasn’t entirely on board with the vibe from the promotional interview—I’ve always had a bit of a bad feeling about this universe of Oz. While I know this perspective is somewhat outside of the film itself, it did affect my immersion into the film. Despite this, the film still managed to sur my expectations.

Last review | September 5 |

Major Oscar Categories Marathon

78% | 2024 Ranked | February Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

To be fair, this is my kind of movie. I’m a sucker for films based on true events, and September 5 kept me on the edge of my seat as it portrayed the tragedies that unfolded during the 1972 Munich Olympics. The cast is strong, and I was particularly pleased to see more of Leonie Benesch; she was fantastic in The Teachers’ Lounge.

The pacing of the film is consistently high, and I really appreciated the cinematography, which effectively transports you back to the 1970s with its live editing style and by showcasing the real technics used back then. While I know this film didn't meet the expectations of some of my mutual, I personally enjoyed experiencing the events through the perspective of the American sports broadcast team.

Last review | A Different Man |

Major Oscar Categories Marathon

| Watched on | Crave |

72% | 2024 Ranked | February Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

A Different Man is a remarkable film, and Sebastian Stan delivers an outstanding performance in his role. The movie shares a thought-provoking and important message. However, despite its qualities, I found myself struggling to connect with the story and characters on a deeper level, leaving me wishing I had enjoyed it more.

Last review | The Six Triple Eight |

Major Oscar Categories Marathon

62% | 2024 Ranked | February Watchlist/Ranked |

| 1st watch |

The Six Triple Eight tells the remarkable story of an all-Black women's battalion that undertakes the daunting mission of delivering 17 million letters to soldiers during World War II. This narrative is both powerful and deserving of recognition. However, I found the script and plot to be poorly executed. The romantic subplot involving Ebony Obsidian's character, Lena, feels forced and out of place, detracting from the main story. Additionally, Shanice Williams' character comes across as unlikable, which affects the overall appreciation for the film.

These issues contribute to an uneven pacing that resembles a rollercoaster; the sequences featuring Kerry Washington truly represent the film's high points. Her performance is exceptional and arguably the main reason to watch the film. Despite its flaws, The Six Triple Eight is a story that merits attention and appreciation.

Last review | Emilia Perez |

• Meantime

  54%

• Batman
• 28 Weeks Later
• Modern Times
• Alien
• Alien Resurrection
• Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
• In Bruges
• Café de Flore
• Challengers

...plus 4 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Gary Oldman ranked in my humble opinion so far.

1. The Dark Knight

   100%

2. Oppenheimer

   98%

3. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
4. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
5. Dawn of the Planet of the Apes

   97%

6. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
7. Batman Begins

   92%

8. The Dark Knight Rises

   89%

9. Léon: The Professional
10. JFK

    86%

...plus 18 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies released in 1983 ranked in my humble opinion.

1. Scarface

   My personal choice for Best Picture winner.

2. Return of the Jedi
3. of Endearment
4. Lone Wolf McQuade
5. A Christmas Story
6. National Lampoon's Vacation
7. Meantime

   54%

8. Videodrome

SmackleSmores, Tom Saunders, and doodlebarb picked 52 directors and 52 movies for each director to watch over the span of 52 weeks!
Other participating :
MrPPeeps
Nightwing04
Zibet
Gustav
Zach E
NatUrNormalGirl

*Description has each director for each week!

I had to replace a couple of directors from the OG 52x52 list because I watched it all.

Here are the replace Directors:
-Billy Wilder (Instead of Greta Gerwig)
-Frank Capra (Instead of Christopher Nolan)
-Danny Boyle (Instead of Quentin Tarantino)
-Xavier Dolan (Instead of Denis Villeneuve)
-Gus Van Sant (Instead of Ben Affleck)
-Alejandro González Iñárritu (Instead of Brad Bird)
-Guy Ritchie (Instead of Edgar Wright)

1. The Abyss

   Week 1 - James Cameron ✅

2. Death and the Maiden

   Week 2 - Roman Polanski ✅

3. Ferrari

   Week 3 - Michael Mann ✅

4. t Security Area

   Week 4 - Park Chan-Wook ✅

5. Licorice Pizza

   Week 5 - Paul Thomas Anderson ✅

6. Rashomon

   Week 6 - Akira Kurosawa ✅

7. Isle of Dogs

   Week 7 - Wes Anderson ✅

8. Juror #2

   Week 8 - Clint Eastwood ✅

9. Vanilla Sky

   Week 9 - Cameron Crowe ✅

10. Insidious

    Week 10 - James Wan ✅

...plus 42 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies I watched (or will) in April 2025. (Watchlist)

1. Witness for the Prosecution

   97%

2. Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning

   95%

3. Harvey

   87%

4. 28 Days Later

   84%

5. Before Sunrise

   83%

6. All About Eve

   82%

7. Before Sunset

   81%

8. Young Mr. Lincoln

   80%

9. Cinderella

   79%

10. The Circus

    78%

...plus 7 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies release in 2021 ranked in my humble opinion.

1. Spider-Man: No Way Home
2. Dune

   97%

   My personal choice for Best Picture winner.

3. Palmer
4. King Richard
5. Judas and the Black Messiah

   93%

6. No Time to Die

   91%

7. CODA

   90%

8. The Worst Person in the World

   90%

9. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

   90%

10. The Last Duel

    90%

...plus 33 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies I watched from European French movies (, Belgium, Switzerland, etc.) ranked in my humble opinion.

1. The Intouchables
2. The Chorus

   93%

3. Le Samouraï

   91%

4. The Three Musketeers: D'Artagnan

   89%

5. Anatomy of a Fall

   88%

6. Two Is a Family
7. Amélie

   87%

8. The Taste of Things

   84%

9. La Haine

   79%

10. Close

    79%

...plus 22 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Hello and welcome to the 2025 edition of 52 weeks challenge. This journey began with tiktoker s idea, but we make our own 52 weeks challenge now!

What is the challenge? It's a little game where every week we have to pick a movie that we never seen before that fit the weeks criteria. Every week I will select a criteria and announced it every Sunday at 9am ET (Not precisely tho). Everyone is welcome to this challenge at anytime. Hope everyone enjoy this!

Yes! I said ''we'', because we actually are a lot behind the creation of the themes. Here are my mutual that helped me, I invite you to follow them:

| MrPPeeps | Nightwing04 | Vetni | Hilyelo | Cubianer | Danny |
| Taylor | Tom Saunders | Doodlebarb | SmackleSmores | Hyeristorm |

I'm happy that this challenge gains in popularity once again! It's insane! Thank you so much! Here are my mutual participants, I also invite you to follow them:

| DPWExpress | |Toothfairy74 | Zach | samburk123 | Gustav | Robin | Noah Talks Movies | Lore.films | Nat | Jack Denver | Momo | Nick Thomas | Treecreeper | Gemma | Harvey |
Sona2005's |

If I forgot your name, don't hesitate to send me a message. Also, I didn't completed the challenge yet, I might have forgot some of you in the creation of the themes, but as soon as it is complete, I'll know who help me with this challenge. I won't forget you.

We're happy to accept more participants!

Weekly challenge:
Week 1 - In Memoriam 2024 ✅
Week 2 - Our Discord Server Top List Collection ✅
Week 3 - Happy 70th Birthday to Kevin Costner ✅
Week 4 - Grand Jury Prize Dramatic Winner ✅
Week 5 - Chinese New Year : Year of Snake ; Watch a movie featuring snakes ✅
Week 6 - Watch a film about American Football ✅
Week 7 - Shuffle your watchlist 3 times and choose between the 3 choices* ✅
Week 8 - Watch a SAG Best Ensemble Performance Winner* ✅
Week 9 - Watch an Oscar Best International nominee✅
Week 10 - Watch a film with a woman first name in the title✅
Week 11 - Watch a movie featuring a Robot or A.I. ✅
Week 12 - A Movie with a chemical name in the title ✅
Week 13 - A Movie From the ''Classic movies for beginners'' List ✅
Week 14 - Watch a movie with digits numbers in the title ✅
Week 15 - Watch a movie from a Director in the Director Challenge Leftovers list
Week 16 - A movie with a city name in the title
Week 17 - Watch a movie where you share the same name as the main Character.
Week 18 - Watch a movie Vetni Hate (It's his birthday today)

*Clarifications in the notes.

Please check the note if you want to see where the ideas came from.

Previous challenge:
2023 Edition
2024 Edition

1. Ordinary People

   Week 1 - In Memoriam 2024
   Credit : Antoine

2. Longlegs

   Week 2 - Our Discord Server Top List Collection
   Credit : Taylor

3. Bull Durham

   Week 3 - Happy 70th Birthday to Kevin Costner
   Credit : Nightwing04

4. Clemency

   Week 4 - Grand Jury Prize Dramatic Winner
   Credit : Antoine

5. The Princess and the Frog

   Week 5 - Chinese New Year : Year of Snake ; Watch a movie featuring snakes
   Credit : Tom Saunders

6. Kelce

   Week 6 - Watch a film about American Football
   Credit : Antoine

7. Gifted

   Week 7 - Shuffle your watchlist 3 times and choose between the 3 choices.
   Credit : hyeristorm

   Here's some clarifications for this week:
   -Sort your watchlist to only have Non-watch films
   -If you have Patron, Sort your watchlist to only have available films in your streaming service
   -If you have no film or a few films into your watchlist you can do it into someone else watchlist or find a huge list (More than 1k films) and do the same thing (You can also do it in your current watchlist if you have at least 3 available films).
   -If you don't have Patron, you can shuffle until you have 3 available films.
   -I trust your judgment to not cheat.

8. Chicago

   Week 8 - Watch a SAG Best Ensemble Performance Winner
   Credit : Antoine

   *If you have watch all the winners, you'll have to watch a SAG Best Ensemble Performance Nominee

9. A War

   Week 9 - Watch an Oscar Best International nominee
   Credit : Antoine

10. Laura

    Week 10 - Watch a film with a woman first name in the title
    Credit : Antoine

...plus 10 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Cillian Murphy's filmography ranked in my humble opinion.

1. Dunkirk

   100%

2. The Dark Knight

   100%

3. Inception

   99%

4. Oppenheimer

   98%

5. Batman Begins

   92%

6. The Dark Knight Rises

   89%

7. 28 Days Later

   84%

8. A Quiet Place Part II
9. Sunshine
10. Free Fire

...plus 5 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies release in 2002 ranked in my humble opinion.

1. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

   100%

2. The Pianist

   100%

   My personal choice for Best Picture winner.

3. City of God

   97%

4. Road to Perdition

   96%

5. We Were Soldiers

   95%

6. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
7. Spider-Man
8. Lilo & Stitch

   91%

9. Insomnia

   88%

10. Punch-Drunk Love

    87%

...plus 40 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

This list is primarily for my own reference to see which years I have created a ranking list and which ones I have not. However, I've found it interesting enough to keep it public. Here it is!

It is a work in progress.

The list is not ranked, it is sorted by release years.

I reach at least 5 movies per year from the 90s to today.

(Last updated: 11/05/2025)

2025 UPDATE

IN:
Young Mr. Lincoln (1939)
The Circus (1928)
Se7en (1995)
A Dog’s Life (1918)

OUT:
Destry Rides Again (1939)
The Cameraman (1928)
Heat (1995)

2025 UPDATE

IN:
City Lights (1931)
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)
The Gold Rush (1925)
Full Metal Jacket (1987)
Miracle on 34th Street (1947)

OUT:
Cimarron (1931)
The Untouchables (1987)

• Dune: Part Two

  2024 List

• The Iron Claw

  2023 List

  Downgraded Oppenheimer

• The Batman

  2022 List

• Spider-Man: No Way Home

  2021 List

• Tenet

  2020 List

• 1917

  2019 List

• Avengers: Infinity War

  2018 List

• Logan

  2017 List

• Arrival

  2016 List

• The Revenant

  2015 List

...plus 90 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies release in 1939 ranked in my humble opinion.

1. Young Mr. Lincoln

   80%

2. Destry Rides Again

   74%

3. Gone with the Wind

   71%

   My personal choice for Best Picture winner.

4. Stagecoach

   59%

5. The Wizard of Oz

   51%

John Ford's filmography ranked in my humble opinion.

1. Young Mr. Lincoln

   80%

2. How Green Was My Valley

   73%

3. Wagon Master

   71%

4. How the West Was Won

   71%

5. Rio Grande

   64%

6. Stagecoach

   59%

7. Mogambo

   56%

8. Fort Apache

   55%

Charlie Chaplin's filmography ranked in my humble opinion.

1. The Great Dictator

   82%

2. The Gold Rush

   81%

3. City Lights

   80%

4. The Circus

   78%

5. A Dog's Life

   77%

6. Limelight

   77%

7. The Bank

   77%

8. Monsieur Verdoux

   73%

9. The Kid

   72%

Movies released in 1928 ranked in my humble opinion.

1. The Circus

   78%

2. The Cameraman

   74%

3. Steamboat Bill, Jr.

   71%

4. Steamboat Willie

   45%

Movies released in 1950 ranked in my humble opinion.

1. The Gunfighter

   93%

2. Rashomon

   88%

3. Harvey

   87%

4. All About Eve

   82%

5. Cinderella

   79%

6. In a Lonely Place

   77%

7. Winchester '73

   72%

8. Sunset Boulevard

   64%

9. Rio Grande

   64%

Top 50 Of movies release in 2012 in my humble opinion.

1. Django Unchained

   99%

   My personal choice for Best Picture winner.

2. Life of Pi

   98%

3. The Perks of Being a Wallflower
4. The Avengers
5. Lincoln
6. The Hunt

   94%

7. Dredd
8. Skyfall
9. The Dark Knight Rises

   89%

10. Looper

    87%

...plus 41 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

All the film I watched on Disney Plus.

• Cinderella
• Isle of Dogs
• Echo
• The Princess and the Frog
• Inside Out 2
• Inside Out
• Bend It Like Beckham
• Miracle on 34th Street
• Fantasia
• Once Upon a Time in America

...plus 84 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

All the classic original Disney movies

Watched | 38/63 | 60% |
Reviewed | 27/63 | 43% |

✅ Seen since the start of this marathon.
☑️ Seen in the past, mainly in my childhood.

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs ✅
Pinocchio
Fantasia ✅
Dumbo ✅
Bambi
Saludos Amigos ✅
The Three Caballeros
Make Mine Music
Fun and Fancy Free
Melody Time
The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad
Cinderella✅
Alice in Wonderland
Peter Pan✅
Lady and the Tramp ✅
Sleeping Beauty ✅
One Hundred and One Dalmatians ☑️✅
The Sword in the Stone ✅
The Jungle Book ✅
The Aristocats ☑️
Robin Hood ✅
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
The Rescuers
The Fox and the Hound
The Black Cauldron ✅
The Great Mouse Detective ✅
Oliver & Company
The Little Mermaid
The Rescuers Down Under
Beauty and the Beast
Aladdin ☑️
The Lion King ☑️✅
Pocahontas ☑️
The Hunchback of Notre Dame ☑️
Hercules ☑️
Mulan ✅
Tarzan ☑️
Fantasia 2000
Dinosaur ✅
The Emperor's New Groove
Atlantis: The Lost Empire ✅
Lilo & Stitch ☑️✅
Treasure Planet ✅
Brother Bear ☑️
Home on the Range
Chicken Little ✅
Meet the Robinsons
Bolt ✅
The Princess and the Frog ✅
Tangled ✅
Winnie the Pooh
Wreck-It Ralph
Frozen ☑️
Big Hero 6 ☑️
Zootopia ☑️
Moana ✅
Ralph Breaks the Internet
Frozen II ☑️
Raya and the Last Dragon ✅
Encanto ✅
Strange World
Wish

• Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

  68%

• Pinocchio
• Fantasia
• Dumbo

  61%

• Bambi
• Saludos Amigos

  58%

• The Three Caballeros
• Make Mine Music
• Fun and Fancy Free
• Melody Time

...plus 53 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies that I think need a rewatch, wether it’s been a long time, that the movie need a second chance because I was tired or not in the mood.

• Broker
• The Truman Show
• Good Will Hunting
• Rain Man
• State of Grace
• Chef
• Taxi Driver
• American Psycho
• The Tree of Life
• The Master

...plus 126 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

James Stewart filmography ranked in my humble opinion.

1. It's a Wonderful Life

   97%

2. Anatomy of a Murder

   94%

3. Harvey

   87%

4. The Flight of the Phoenix
5. The Shop Around the Corner

   77%

6. Bend of the River

   75%

7. Destry Rides Again

   74%

8. How the West Was Won

   71%

9. Winchester '73

   72%

10. Night age

    64%

...plus 2 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Best Picture ranked in my humble opinion.

With notes for which film I think should have win every year.

1. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

   100%

   My choice for 2003's Best Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.

   Note: it's not even close.

2. The Godfather Part II

   100%

   My choice for 1974's Best Picture: The Godfather: Part II

   Note: Notable mention Chinatown.

3. Gladiator

   100%

   My choice for 2000's Best Picture: Gladiator

   Note: Cast Away, Snatch and Memento are great film, but they are not as flawless as Gladiator

4. The Godfather

   100%

   My choice for 1972's Best Picture: The Godfather

   Note: I have not seen any other 1972's released movies, but is there even a question about that choice?

5. The Silence of the Lambs

   100%

   My choice for 1991's Best Picture: The Silence of the Lambs

   Note: Even though I have some watch to do for 1991 released, I'm not seeing anything that comes close or has the potential to come close to this masterpiece.

6. Forrest Gump

   99%

   My choice for 1994's Best Picture: Shawshank Redemption.

   Note: As much as I love Forest Gump, Shawshank Redemption was steal of his best picture award.

7. The Departed

   98%

   My choice for 2006's Best Picture: The Prestige.

   Note: The Departed is great, but The Prestige is better in all aspects, the twist are better, the acting is insane and it's better and better on every rewatch.

8. Oppenheimer

   98%

   My choice for 2023's Best Picture: Oppenheimer.

   Note: Christopher Nolan should have won a best picture way before this one. He totally deserves this win and I can't choose another movie for this year, as much as I love The Iron Claw.

9. No Country for Old Men

   98%

   My choice for 2007's Best Picture: There Will Be Blood

   Note: No Country for Old Men is a great film, but not only There Will be Blood is a better film in my opinion, but it is also more Oscar material which I found it even weirder that it has not been the winner.

10. Schindler's List

    97%

    My choice for 1993's Best Picture: Schindler’s List.

    Note: There's no other choice.

...plus 52 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies released in 2023 ranked in my humble opinion so far.

1. The Iron Claw

   100%

2. Oppenheimer

   98%

   My personal choice for Best Picture winner.

3. The Holdovers

   96%

4. Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning

   95%

5. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

   94%

6. The Creator

   94%

7. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

   94%

8. The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar

   93%

9. Wonka

   92%

10. Rye Lane

    92%

...plus 63 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Tom Cruise's filmography ranked in my humble opinion.

1. Mission: Impossible – Fallout

   96%

2. Jerry Maguire

   95%

3. Rain Man
4. Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning

   95%

5. Top Gun: Maverick
6. Tropic Thunder
7. Vanilla Sky

   92%

8. Edge of Tomorrow

   89%

9. Magnolia
10. Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation

    86%

...plus 17 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

This is my collection of DVD and Bluray.

• Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning

  Bluray 2023-11-18

• Witness for the Prosecution

  2023-11-24 DVD

• Munich

  DVD 02-09-2023

• Lolita

  2024-01-30 Bluray (Kubrick collection)

• Black Hawk Down

  BLURAY

• A War

  BLURAY

• Braveheart

  Blu-ray 2023-11-18

• Se7en

  Bluray 2025-02-06

• School of Rock

  BLURAY

• Camion

  DVD 13-12-2023

...plus 552 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

The Mission impossible franchise ranked in my humble opinion.

1. Mission: Impossible – Fallout

   96%

2. Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning

   95%

3. Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation

   86%

4. Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol

   85%

5. Mission: Impossible III

   82%

6. Mission: Impossible

   81%

7. Mission: Impossible II

   46%

Billy Wilder's filmography ranked in my humble opinion.

1. Witness for the Prosecution

   97%

2. Double Indemnity

   89%

3. Some Like It Hot

   87%

4. The Apartment

   84%

5. Sunset Boulevard

   64%

Movies release in 1957 ranked in my humble opinion.

1. 12 Angry Men
2. Witness for the Prosecution

   97%

3. Paths of Glory

   95%

4. The Bridge on the River Kwai

   90%

5. Sweet Smell of Success

   73%

6. Night age

   64%

7. An Affair to

   60%

I just release that I didn't had a Spielberg ranked list. What a shame.

What's your favorite Spielberg?
And Which Spielberg I should watch that is not on my list?

1. Saving Private Ryan
2. Schindler's List

   97%

3. Jurassic Park
4. Jaws

   94%

5. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

   94%

6. The Fabelmans

   93%

7. Bridge of Spies

   93%

8. Raiders of the Lost Ark

   92%

9. Lincoln
10. Catch Me If You Can

...plus 10 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies released in 2005 ranked in my humble opinion.

1. The Rocket

   100%

2. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
3. Cinderella Man
4. V for Vendetta

   97%

5. C.R.A.Z.Y.

   97%

   My personal choice for Best Picture winner.

6. Batman Begins

   92%

7. Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit

   91%

8. Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
9. Coach Carter
10. The Descent

...plus 46 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

After exploring Alfred Hitchcock's work in part 1 of my marathon, I became intrigued by another acclaimed director of the same era, John Ford. The mention of John Wayne in the sitcom "The Ranch" also piqued my interest, particularly through the character played by Sam Elliott, who was a big fan of John Wayne. Additionally, witnessing the portrayals of John Ford in "The Fabelmans" further fueled my eagerness to delve into John Ford's filmography. The collaborations between John Ford and John Wayne are especially captivating, and I am eagerly anticipating the opportunity to experience their work firsthand. Welcome to the M. John Ford marathon.

• How Green Was My Valley
• Mogambo
• Wagon Master
• Stagecoach
• Fort Apache
• Rio Grande
• Young Mr. Lincoln
• She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
• The Quiet Man
• The Grapes of Wrath

...plus 2 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Alfred Hitchcock opened my eyes with Psycho to the fact that some pre-1970s movies are indeed incredible. So, I told myself that I might as well explore more of his filmography. I bought a DVD collection last summer but never got the chance to go over the collection box yet. I noticed there are multiple Hitchcock movies on TUBI that are not in my 15-movie collection, so I wanted to jump on them before they leave the service. This marks the beginning of a marathon; I will watch more of Hitchcock during the year, but I'll take a couple of breaks between the parts (possibly 4 parts total). Let's get on this now.This is Part 1.

• Dial M for Murder
• Notorious
• Blackmail
• Suspicion
• The 39 Steps
• Sabotage
• Foreign Correspondent
• Rebecca

Richard Linklater filmography ranked in my humble opinion.

1. School of Rock

   96%

2. Dazed and Confused
3. Before Sunrise

   83%

4. Before Sunset

   81%

5. Boyhood
6. Hit Man
7. Apollo 10½: A Space Age Childhood
8. Bernie
9. Bad News Bears
10. Before Midnight

    63%

Ethan Hawke ranked in my humble opinion.

1. Dead Poets Society

   98%

2. Training Day
3. The Northman
4. Sinister
5. Predestination
6. Before Sunrise

   83%

7. Before Sunset

   81%

8. In a Valley of Violence
9. Boyhood
10. Moon Knight

...plus 4 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies released in 2013 Ranked in my humble opinion.

1. Prisoners

   100%

   My personal choice for Best Picture winner.

2. Lone Survivor
3. The Wolf of Wall Street

   96%

4. Rush
5. Her

   95%

6. Man of Steel

   95%

7. The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

   95%

8. The Way Way Back
9. Fruitvale Station
10. About Time

...plus 45 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies I've watch on Crave.

• Before Midnight
• Before Sunset
• Before Sunrise
• Juror #2
• Licorice Pizza
• The Grinch
• National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
• Trap
• The Taste of Things
• Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person

...plus 28 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt's filmography ranked in my humble opinion.

1. Inception

   99%

2. (500) Days of Summer
3. The Dark Knight Rises

   89%

4. 50/50
5. Lincoln
6. Looper

   87%

7. The Trial of the Chicago 7
8. Treasure Planet

   81%

9. Snowden
10. Glass Onion

...plus 6 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies released in 2004 ranked in my humble opinion.

A lot of those need rewatch tho.

1. Million Dollar Baby

   98%

   My personal choice for Best Picture winner.

2. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

   98%

3. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

   97%

4. Friday Night Lights
5. Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle
6. Troy
7. The Butterfly Effect
8. Shaun of the Dead

   94%

9. Ray

   94%

10. The Incredibles

    94%

...plus 42 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies released in 1995 ranked in my humble opinion.

1. Se7en

   100%

   My personal choice for Best Picture winner.

2. Heat
3. Toy Story
4. Braveheart

   83%

5. Before Sunrise

   83%

6. The Usual Suspects

   80%

7. La Haine

   79%

8. Apollo 13
9. Die Hard With a Vengeance
10. Crimson Tide

...plus 13 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies released in 1955 ranked in my humble opinion. As you see the competition is fierce.

1. Lady and the Tramp

   81%

2. The Man with the Golden Arm

   57%

3. East of Eden

   57%

Movies I watched on Amazon Prime Video.

• The Man with the Golden Arm
• Chicago
• Kelce
• Rooney
• United
• Manchester United: For the Glory
• Ferrari
• Longlegs
• Saltburn
• Arthur the King

...plus 56 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

• Ace in the Hole

  1951 Billy Wilder

• The African Queen

  1951 John Huston and Humphrey Bogart

• Alice in Wonderland

  1951 disney

• Alien: Covenant

  Chris

• Aliens

  MammaPpeeps

• All Quiet on the Western Front

  Best picture (Own)

• Around the World in Eighty Days

  1956 Best Picture

• Arsenic and Old Lace

  1944 Frank Capra and Cary Grant

• The Artifice Girl

  Chris

• The Autopsy of Jane Doe

  Luke

...plus 161 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies released in the 2020's decade ranked in my humble opinion.

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1. Dune: Part Two

   100%

2. The Iron Claw

   100%

3. Spider-Man: No Way Home

   Estimated 100%

4. Oppenheimer

   98%

5. The Batman

   97%

6. Dune

   97%

7. All Quiet on the Western Front

   96%

8. The Holdovers

   96%

9. The Menu

   Estimated 95%

10. Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

    94%

...plus 90 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies released in the 1990’s decade ranked in my humble opinion.

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1. Good Will Hunting

   100%

2. The Shawshank Redemption

   100%

3. GoodFellas

   100%

4. The Sandlot

   100%

5. The Green Mile

   Estimated 100%

6. Se7en

   100%

7. The Silence of the Lambs

   100%

8. Heat

   Estimated 100%

9. Saving Private Ryan
10. Fight Club

...plus 54 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies released in the 2000's decade ranked in my humble opinion.

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1. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

   100%

2. Inglourious Basterds

   100%

3. The Prestige

   100%

4. The Dark Knight

   100%

5. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

   100%

6. Gladiator

   100%

7. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

   100%

8. The Pianist

   100%

9. The Rocket

   100%

10. Fantastic Mr. Fox

    98%

...plus 98 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies released in the 2010's decade ranked in my humble opinion.

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1. Shutter Island

   100%

2. Interstellar

   100%

3. Prisoners

   100%

4. Arrival

   100%

5. The Revenant

   100%

6. Dunkirk

   100%

7. Whiplash
8. The Grand Budapest Hotel
9. Sicario

   100%

10. The Social Network

...plus 118 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

As stated in the title, this is a list of my all-time favorite movies. These are my 5 out of 5 rated movies (with some exception), the ones I enjoyed the most. Some will be added for sure, and maybe some will be removed, as it's been a while since I watched some of them. Anyway, if you liked over 50% of this list, we can surely be friends.

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• Se7en
• School of Rock
• t Security Area
• The Holdovers
• Mission: Impossible – Fallout
• Fury
• The Batman
• Gladiator
• Shutter Island
• Reign Over Me

...plus 139 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

It is a list of all the recommended films by Chris.

• Finch
• Vanilla Sky
• Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit
• Longlegs
• Misery
• No One Will Save You
• Doubt
• Borg vs McEnroe
• The Insider
• Beautiful Boy

...plus 66 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Movies I watched (or will) in March 2025. (Watchlist)

1. Black Hawk Down

   93%

2. Vanilla Sky

   92%

3. I'm Still Here

   91%

4. Rashomon

   88%

5. Laura

   87%

6. Isle of Dogs

   85%

7. A Complete Unknown

   83%

8. Braveheart

   83%

9. Gifted

   81%

10. Kelce

    79%

...plus 11 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Tom Hanks Filmography ranked in my humble opinion so far.

1. The Green Mile
2. Saving Private Ryan
3. Cast Away
4. Toy Story
5. Forrest Gump
6. Road to Perdition
7. Toy Story 3
8. A League of Their Own
9. Bridge of Spies
10. Philadelphia

...plus 24 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.