Massive franchises likeHarry PotterandTwilightwere still in full swing while new (blue) ones were just beginning.
Yet that’s exactly whatTodd Phillips’The Hangoverdid.
It’s crude, sophomoric, occasionally racist and homophobic, butThe Hangoveris also undeniably hilarious.
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It’s proof thatHollywood should never count out a good old-fashioned raunchy comedy.
Even more impressive wasMo’Nique’shorrific performance as Precious' abusive, neglectful mother.
7’District 9'
Directed by Neill Blomkamp
2009 was a big year for science fiction.
It is a gorgeously animated dark adventure that is the perfect gateway horror film for older kids.
The vibes on this one are unparalleled.
In equal turns,the movie is funny, wistful and downright magical.
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Most of that ambivalence falls on the fact thatA Serious Manis a difficult film to classify.
But it’s a statement that is backed up by the fact thatBasterdsreally may be Tarantino’s masterpiece.
The Hurt Lockerwas Bigelow getting her long-overdue flowers and it absolutely owned 2009.
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