Today's post is the best in movies.
These are just my opinion. I have not seen everything that came out this year. But the following were highlights of the movie industry for me!
FIVE BEST MOVIES OF 2009:
#1
AVATAR
Yes, you probably saw that one coming!
Incredible film. Exceeded expectations. Can't wait to go see it again this Thursday!
Sets the standard for movies to follow...
#2Zombieland
Funniest movie of the year!
Woody Harrelson in prime form. And the best rules and guidelines for surving a zombie apocalypse.
Always remember to double tap!
The Blind Side
Sweetest film of the year.
Just a good, solid, moving story without the overly sappy syrup that can accompany such flicks.
Hope Sandra Bullock gets an Oscar nod for her role.
#4
Star Trek
Best reboot. Ever.
As a die-hard fan of the original, I was curious how they would bring this serving to the next generation.
The result is a refreshing new take and an exciting movie.
Inglorious Basterds
I'm a fan of Quentin Tarantino's work. He's all about the characters.
This movie is also incredibly funny and over the top.
And gosh if that ending isn't just uber-satisfying!!
OTHER NOTEABLES:
District 9
Very original and well-done, although depressing.
Night at the Museum 2
Yes, a silly pick - but loved the sweet innocence.
Fast & Furious
As good as the first one. And Vin Diesel rocks.
DISAPPOINTMENTS:
Terminator Salvation
I don't even want to discuss it!!!!
Up
That's right. I was disappointed! The movie was depressing...
WORLD-WIDE BOX OFFICE WINNERS:
Who cares your opinion or mine? These were the five biggest money-makers of 2009. (Excluding Avatar, who's release is too new.) All totals in millions of dollars...
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince $925,956,980
Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs $886,973,705
2012 $731,774,000
Up $702,579,556
New Moon $658,520,062
So, what were your favorite movies of 2009?
15 comments:
How embarrassing – the only movie listed that I saw was District Nine. I need to get out more! I guess my favorites are ones that made me laugh like The Hangover and Julia and Julia.
I haven't been to the movies near enough to have an opinion. I'm definitely getting out more in 2010!
Thanks for the great suggestions. With the one's I've seen, I totally agree with your list. Went to see Sherlock Holmes last night and think it should be included.
I don't see a lot of movies either, but I loved the new Star Trek. I'm another Trek fan, and was a little leary, but I loved it :)
Blindside & Harry Potter were awesome as well! I haven't seen the others yet.
I can beat Jane...I haven't seen any of them! I need to start renting some movies.
Elizabeth
Mystery Writing is Murder
Jane & Elizabeth - you need to resolve to see more movies!
Terry, we are catching the new Sherlock Holmes in about one hour...
And Jemi, I was really relieved with how they handled Star Trek. I loved the movies and series and was just so worried...
And I really liked their choice of Spock!
As a self-proclaimed movie buff, I missed all of your top five movies. Been a busy year. I will see Avatar this week at the IMAX, once the crowds die down a bit.
I also like Boondock Saints very much. Some may not like the language, but living in a house full of estrogen, I needed a guy movie like that to balance out my universe.
Stephen Tremp
The Blind Side and Star Trek. Ask me again after Wednesday and I hope to add Avatar. Already have my tickets to go see it.
Helen
Straight From Hel
The only ones I've seen so far are Star Trek, which I enjoyed greatly, and Harry Potter ... had fun with that one as well. Inglorious Basterds and District 9 are in my Netflix queue. I plan to go see Avatar some time this week, and possibly Sherlock Holmes too.
Loved Star Trek, and GOTTA go see AVATAR - heard so much about it. Thanks for the recommendations!
Marvin D Wilson
It was extremely interesting for me to read this post. Thank author for it. I like such themes and everything connected to them. I definitely want to read a bit more on that blog soon.
Hope several of you will be adding Avatar this week to your top movies list! It is a MUST see in the 3D. I'm guessing Cameron will withhold the DVD release until 3D home technology is ready, too.
Mike, isn't NetFlix awesome? I do want to see the Harry Potter movie. Just missed it this year.
Diane, I know I'm not on your Sci-Fi wave length but I vote for Rob Marshall's Nine. I think it may be the best musical ever made. And certainly Academy Award material.
Best,
Carolyn
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You have three of my faves on your list. I also really liked Harry Potter 6
Avatar is a great pic and Sherlock Holmes was great, too!
And any world with Star Trek is a good world.
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