Michael's 10 Best Films Of The Year
by michaelhirakida | created - 20 Dec 2013 | updated - 03 Jan 2014 | Public2013 had its downs. But it also had its ups. This is a list of my top 10 favorite films of the year that I have watched.
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1. Gravity (2013)
PG-13 | 91 min | Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Dr Ryan Stone, an engineer on her first time on a space mission, and Matt Kowalski, an astronaut on his final expedition, have to survive in space after they are hit by debris while spacewalking.
Director: Alfonso Cuarón | Stars: Sandra Bullock, George Clooney, Ed Harris, Orto Ignatiussen
Votes: 863,125 | Gross: $274.09M
Gravity Is The Most Powerful Film Of The Year and it might be one of the best of the decade. Gravity's claustrophobic performence from Sandra Bullock is scary but yet so riveting with all her emotions. Its a very harsh film on people who can't take powerful story and performences, but this movie will always be remembered as Cuaron's technical achievment and a masterpiece that will never be forgotton.
2. Elysium (I) (2013)
R | 109 min | Action, Drama, Sci-Fi
In the year 2154, the very wealthy live on a man-made space station while the rest of the population resides on a ruined Earth. A man takes on a mission that could bring equality to the polarized worlds.
Director: Neill Blomkamp | Stars: Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, Sharlto Copley, Alice Braga
Votes: 471,005 | Gross: $93.05M
Elysium is one of the best Sci Fi Epics of all time in my opinion and will be studied in film schools in the next few years. It deals with social class issues and is a frightening tale of life and death. Copley's performence is one of the best of the year. Its a outstanding visual film.
3. Frozen (I) (2013)
PG | 102 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Fearless optimist Anna teams up with rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven in an epic journey to find Anna's sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter.
Directors: Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee | Stars: Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, Josh Gad
Votes: 663,691 | Gross: $400.74M
Frozen is a very nostalgic film reminiscent of Disney's best animated films. It will sure to become a classic for its amazing songs, great plotting, loveable characters, excellent animation and dazziling visuals.
4. The Blue Umbrella (2013)
G | 7 min | Animation, Short, Drama
Amidst the rain in a singing city, two umbrellas - one blue, one not - fall eternally in love.
Director: Saschka Unseld | Star: Sarah Jaffe
Votes: 11,171
This movie made me think more about how I look at animation in general. They put faces on everything which is very fascinating. The Love Story is put into this short film about a Umbrella who wants to be with another umbrella. The film reminds me of the love story to Up which lasted for a few minutes. Its Pixar's best short film to date.
5. The Last Stand (2013)
R | 107 min | Action, Thriller, Western
The leader of a drug cartel busts out of a courthouse and speeds to the Mexican border, where the only thing in his path is a sheriff and his inexperienced staff.
Director: Jee-woon Kim | Stars: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Forest Whitaker, Johnny Knoxville, Rodrigo Santoro
Votes: 145,326 | Gross: $12.05M
I think this movie is going to be recognized soon as a Action Classic. Arnold is back and better then ever. He still has it as he kicks some more bad guy ass with Johnny Knoxville. Its just huge fun and is a must see because of its strong action sequences and awesome performences.
6. The Hangover Part III (2013)
R | 100 min | Comedy, Crime
When one of their own is kidnapped by an angry gangster, the Wolf Pack must track down Mr. Chow, who has escaped from prison and is on the run.
Director: Todd Phillips | Stars: Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis, Ed Helms, Justin Bartha
Votes: 335,338 | Gross: $112.20M
How can I not forget this one? Hangover Part III is the amazing dark conclusion to a great trilogy of films. Its hilarious. Its sadistic. Its a fantastic film and everyone in the theatre was laughing. This is such a funny film and I loved it.
7. Last Vegas (2013)
PG-13 | 105 min | Comedy
Billy, Paddy, Archie and Sam have been best friends since childhood. When Billy proposes to his much-younger girlfriend, they go to Vegas to relive their glory days. However, the decades have changed Sin City and tested their friendship.
Director: Jon Turteltaub | Stars: Robert De Niro, Michael Douglas, Morgan Freeman, Kevin Kline
Votes: 136,860 | Gross: $63.91M
Last Vegas's great message is all about friendship and forgiveness. The film may not be that funny, but it shows that the characters have so much chemistry together thanks to the performences of our four main actors. I think this will become a comedy classic soon. De Niro should be nominated for an oscar. I know its not going to happen but it should.
8. The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013)
PG-13 | 161 min | Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
The dwarves, along with Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf the Grey, continue their quest to reclaim Erebor, their homeland, from Smaug. Bilbo Baggins is in possession of a mysterious and magical ring.
Director: Peter Jackson | Stars: Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage, Ken Stott
Votes: 705,156 | Gross: $258.37M
I shouldn't leave this film out of the list. After All, its a fantastic mid chapter in a great series of films. The effects are magical, Benedict Cumberbatch is excellent as Smaug. The pacing is consistant. This is such a great film.
9. The Butler (I) (2013)
PG-13 | 132 min | Biography, Drama
As Cecil Gaines serves eight presidents during his tenure as a butler at the White House, the civil rights movement, Vietnam, and other major events affect this man's life, family, and American society.
Director: Lee Daniels | Stars: Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey, John Cusack, Jane Fonda
Votes: 119,731 | Gross: $116.63M
This film is a very inspiring story about The White House's Butler Cecil Gaines. A Huge History lesson fitted into 2 1/2 Hours. It is sure to be nominated for Best Picture. I cried at the end it was that good.
10. Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)
PG-13 | 132 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
After the crew of the Enterprise find an unstoppable force of terror from within their own organization, Captain Kirk leads a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one-man weapon of mass destruction.
Director: J.J. Abrams | Stars: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Zoe Saldana, Benedict Cumberbatch
Votes: 497,046 | Gross: $228.78M
Another Great Action Film with some excellent performences from Quinto and Cumberbatch. It is a exciting roller coaster ride from beginning to end.
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