Movie Watchlist (09/2023 - 09/2024)
A complete and chronological list of all movies I watched between September 2023 and September 2024 (= list ongoing). Included are only feature films and movies that were made for TV or streaming services but no short movies, tv shows or serials. The movies will be rated on a 1-10 scale, 1 being the worst - the ratings reflect my own opinion.
Movies I've already seen since starting anual lists in 2012 will be marked with brackets and the respective latin number, representing how many times I've seen them. A star indicates that I found this movie exceptionally good; these titles are in no specific order and simply highlight how much of a personal impact they had on me. The titles will be selected when the list is finished in September 2024.
Movies I've already seen since starting anual lists in 2012 will be marked with brackets and the respective latin number, representing how many times I've seen them. A star indicates that I found this movie exceptionally good; these titles are in no specific order and simply highlight how much of a personal impact they had on me. The titles will be selected when the list is finished in September 2024.
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- DirectorLaura McGannStarsAlessia ZecchiniStephen KeenanLeigh BakerA champion and expert safety diver seemed destined for one another. Despite different paths taken, they meet at the pinnacle of the free-diving world, experiencing the thrilling rewards and inescapable risks of chasing dreams through the depths of the ocean.Documentary about two professional divers who fall in love just before a sudden tragedy. Well-written documentary with insightful interviews and some beautiful underwater shots.
Overall 8/10 - DirectorAndy MuschiettiStarsEzra MillerMichael KeatonSasha CalleBarry Allen uses his super speed to change the past, but his attempt to save his family creates a world without super heroes, forcing him to race for his life in order to save the future.A superhero with super speed abilities tries to change his tragic past with extreme consequences. Incoherent action movie with some entertaining moments and a dedicated lead performances that ultimately falls short of its ambition due to poor animation quality and uneven writing.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorPeter SohnStarsLeah LewisMamoudou AthieRonnie Del CarmenFollows Ember and Wade, in a city where fire-, water-, earth- and air-residents live together.In a world inhabited by personified elements, a fire woman falls in love with a water guy. Beautifully animated comedy with extremely incoherent writing that leaves slightly less plotholes than entertaining moments.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorBrian DuffieldStarsKaitlyn DeverElizabeth KaluevZack DuhameAn exiled anxiety-ridden homebody must battle an alien who's found its way into her home.A young woman living in a small town has to escape from an alien invasion. Innovative science fiction drama with a strong lead performances and clever writing, but a lackluster ending.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorChris KentisStarsBlanchard RyanDaniel TravisSaul SteinBased on the true story of two scuba divers accidentally stranded in shark infested waters after their tour boat has left.After a scuba diving trip, a young couple accidentally get left behind in the ocean. Clever concept based on a true story that is watered down due to the uneven performances and the low production values.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorDanny PhilippouMichael PhilippouStarsAri McCarthyHamish PhillipsKit Erhart-BruceWhen a group of friends discover how to conjure spirits using an embalmed hand, they become hooked on the new thrill, until one of them goes too far and unleashes terrifying supernatural forces.When a ceramic hand that lets you talk to ghosts is found, a young woman desperately tries to talk with her dead mother. Well-made horror movie with a believable plot, interesting characters, and some unique plot twists.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorWilliam A. GrahamStarsPowers BootheNed BeattyIrene CaraThe real-life story of the Peoples Temple cult led by Reverend Jim Jones and the events involving its move to Guyana and its eventual mass suicide.Dramatized retelling of the People's Temple massacre in Jonestown. Slow but effective low budget drama with a dedicated lead performance and a chilling ending.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorJulia DucournauStarsGarance MarillierElla RumpfRabah Nait OufellaA young woman, studying to be a vet, develops a craving for human flesh.In her first semester, a young college student discovers her need for human flesh. Unique and entertaining horror movie set in an authentic world with mostly interesting characters, but with a lackluster ending.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorRobert AltmanStarsWarren BeattyJulie ChristieRene AuberjonoisA gambler and a prostitute become business partners in a remote Old West mining town, and their enterprise thrives until a large corporation arrives on the scene.With the help of a prostitute, a mysterious gambler opens a brothel in a remote mining village. Decent but atypical Western drama with interesting and complex characters that still shines due to the strong cinematography and the memorable lead performances.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorPhil TippettStarsAlex CoxNiketa RomanSatish RatakondaThe Assassin travels through a nightmare underworld of tortured souls, ruined cities and wretched monstrosities forged from the primordial horrors of the unconscious mind of Phil Tippett, the world's preeminent stop-motion animator.An armoured being dives into the abyss of a purgatorial world. Stop-motion animated horror movie with incredibly detailed set pieces; the strong start and ending are brought down by an uneven middle part.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorÇetin InançStarsCüneyt ArkinAytekin AkkayaFüsun UçarThe adaptation of Star Wars.Two star fighters crash on a planet that is set to be destroyed by an evil sorcerer. From a historical standpoint this movie is interesting due to the numerous cases of copyright infringement; otherwise there is nothing of quality in most elements of the production.
Overall 1/10 - DirectorGuillermo del ToroStarsMarisa ParedesEduardo NoriegaFederico LuppiAfter Carlos - a 12-year-old whose father has died in the Spanish Civil War - arrives at an ominous boys' orphanage, he discovers the school is haunted and has many dark secrets which he must uncover.During the Spanish Civil War, a young boy discovers a mysterious ghost in a remote orphanage. Great gothic horror movie with a well-written plot, strong performances, and a memorable atmosphere.
Overall 8/10 - DirectorChristopher NolanStarsLeonardo DiCaprioJoseph Gordon-LevittElliot PageA thief who steals corporate secrets through the use of dream-sharing technology is given the inverse task of planting an idea into the mind of a C.E.O., but his tragic past may doom the project and his team to disaster.In a world where dreams can be invaded, a group of specialists try to manipulate the heir of a corporation through his sleep. Incredibly influential science fiction action thriller with stellar performances, outstanding writing, beautiful cinematography, and a memorable score.
Overall 9/10 - DirectorKenneth BranaghStarsKenneth BranaghPenélope CruzWillem DafoeWhen a murder occurs on the train on which he's travelling, celebrated detective Hercule Poirot is recruited to solve the case.A famous detective investigates the murder of a criminal art dealer on an international train ride. Well-produced adaptation of the classic crime novel with few outstanding moments and only the dedicated performance of the lead actor holds the unlikely ensemble and the middling plot together.
Overall 4/10 - DirectorCarlos SaldanhaStarsJohn CenaKate McKinnonBobby CannavaleAfter Ferdinand, a bull with a big heart, is mistaken for a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure.Although he is raised for fighting, a young friendly bull is drawn to nature. Mostly entertaining animated adventure with decent production values but an uneven plot and poor pacing.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorJon M. ChuStarsAnthony RamosCorey HawkinsLeslie GraceIn Washington Heights, a sympathetic New York bodega owner saves every penny every day as he imagines and sings about a better life.A young Latino wants to leave his American home town to explore his father's country. Well-produced adaptation of the stage play with dedicated performances and some memorable songs.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorHollis FramptonStarsRosemarie CastoroGinger MichelsMarcia SteinbrecherA rhythmically edited alphabet composed of street and shop signs shot in New York City and other elements is gradually replaced by repeated seemingly abstract shots in this influential structuralist film.Experimental film featuring series of words that are increasingly replaced by footage of everyday activities. Interesting concept that overstays its welcome and struggles to present any kind of coherent concept.
Overall 5/10 - DirectorF.W. MurnauStarsGösta EkmanEmil JanningsCamilla HornThe demon Mephisto wagers with God that he can corrupt a mortal man's soul.During the black plague, an old physician strikes a deal with the devil, he soon regrets. Epic adaptation of the historical drama that impresses in its first half with its strong acting and cinematography, but struggles to keep the momentum in its second half.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorLuis BuñuelStarsFernando ReyDelphine SeyrigPaul FrankeurA surreal, virtually plotless series of dreams centered around six middle-class people and their consistently interrupted attempts to have a meal together.Focuses on a group of upper-class people who frequently meet for dinner only to be interrupted by the most unusual events. Well-written and unique social comedy with stellar performances.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorJon WattsStarsTom HollandZendayaBenedict CumberbatchWith Spider-Man's identity now revealed, Peter asks Doctor Strange for help. When a spell goes wrong, dangerous foes from other worlds start to appear, forcing Peter to discover what it truly means to be Spider-Man.Because of a failed magic spell, Spider-Man needs to fight villains from other dimensions. Clever action movie with some memorable moments that largely draw on people's nostalgia. Due to the lengthy runtime and the passable fight sequences, the movie overstays its welcome.
Overall 6/10 - DirectorF.W. MurnauStarsGeorge O'BrienJanet GaynorMargaret LivingstonA sophisticated city woman seduces a farmer and convinces him to murder his wife and join her in the city, but he ends up rekindling his romance with his wife when he changes his mind at the last moment.When an aggressive young man nearly kills his wife, they rediscover their love for each other. Technically stellar drama that works on most levels and has a wonderful cinematography, although the plot is dated.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorLuis BuñuelStarsAlfonso MejíaRoberto CoboEstela IndaA group of juvenile delinquents live a violent and crime-filled life in the festering slums of Mexico City, as the morals of young Pedro are gradually corrupted and destroyed by the others.Drama about a group of borderline criminal teenagers living in the poor suburbs of Mexico City. Perfectly written film with outstanding performances, a strong cinematography, and an emotional but not clichéd plot.
Overall 8/10 - DirectorChad StahelskiStarsKeanu ReevesLaurence FishburneGeorge GeorgiouJohn Wick uncovers a path to defeating The High Table. But before he can earn his freedom, Wick must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances across the globe and forces that turn old friends into foes.An aging professional killer faces a secretive worldwide association of assassins. Extremely entertaining action movie with remarkable stunt work, dedicated performances, and great word-building; although the runtime and some corny visual effects could have been cut.
Overall 7/10 - DirectorGenndy TartakovskyStarsAdam SandlerKevin JamesAndy SambergDracula, who operates a high-end resort away from the human world, goes into overprotective mode when a boy discovers the resort and falls for the count's teenaged daughter.A backpacking tween finds himself in a hidden hotel for monsters and falls in love with Count Dracula's daughter. Average animation with good voice talent, but cheesy moments and weird music.
Overall 5/10 [II] - DirectorMarc ForsterStarsBrad PittMireille EnosDaniella KerteszFormer United Nations employee Gerry Lane traverses the world in a race against time to stop a zombie pandemic that is toppling armies and governments and threatens to destroy humanity itself.Thrilling apocalyptical experience with consistent acting which emphasizes the great tension the situation. Ends on a rather sentimental note.
Overall 6/10 [II]