13
Blonde
A true tragic figure, born to die.
12
Bodies Bodies Bodies
“Our friend is dead. So if you could just, like, not escalate the situation, that’d be great.”
“I’m not escalating. You’re holding the knife and you’re moving your hands while you talk.”
11
Fresh
The overly prosaic first half of the movie purposefully sets up a satisfying second act.
10
The Banshees Of Inisherin
Every so often, a truly unique, innovative, and inventive tale comes along to give you a gasp of breath in the oxygen-sucking fire of #content.
9
Barbarian
Did not expect Justin Long’s character to be that great.
8
Bones and All
Extra points for the score from Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
7
Everything Everywhere All At Once
I think raccacoonie and the hot dog fight are the two funniest moments I saw on screen all year.
6
Smile
I have to believe part of the casting was, “Can you give me your most maniacal, ear-to-ear smile?” because they nailed it.
5
Crimes of the Future
It’s not a movie; it’s a fable of incredible depth.