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ScreenCrave’s Top 20 Films of 2011

Mali Elfman — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:00:58 +0000

2011 was the year of the indie. The majority of adaptations and blockbusters all fell completely flat, and numerous big studio dramas were missing that something special. Normally I’m one to say that every year is a great year, but this is no There Will be Blood Vs. No Country for Old Men, or even Moon Vs. Inglourious Bastards. That being said, the end of this year has been packed with award-worthy films and Sundance seemed to produce a number of films that made it big throughout 2011.

20. Ides of March – Dir. George Clooney

This film had such potential to be a top 5 film, but sadly, just barely made the list. The film itself was good, but lacked in depth and complexity. That being said, there are some moments in this film, far superior to the others on this list, including one hell of a monologue-off between Ryan Gosling and George Clooney towards the end of the film. Luckily when these two guys go to steal the show, they do it well.

Read Ides of March Review

19. Trust – Dir. David Schwimmer

Who knew Schwimmer had it in him? This was one of those films that few people really wanted to go see, because of the subject matter, but it was actually extremely relevant, timely and interesting. It not only discussed rape, but also the effects that it has on an entire family, and the unexpected responses that it draws out of people. Truly a fascinating piece of filmmaking if you can stomach it, with many stunning performances.

18. Contagion – Dir. Steven Soderbergh

Don’t touch anything! Few films can’t illicit such a strong response from its audience as this one. It was hard not to run from the theater because of all the germs around you, while at the same time, they’re dying to see what’s next (hopefully not literally). This was Soderbergh playing fast and lose, and it was fun to go on the ride. Thankfully he had Matt Damon to anchor down the film, and really give it the heart that took it from thrill ride to a meaningful piece of filmmaking.

Read Contagion Review

17. Moneyball – Dir. Bennett Miller

This was the film that brought in the Fall and reminded us all that films aren’t only made to entertain us, sometimes there’s that little something more that warms our heart and possibly even teaches us a thing or two. This was one of the first meaningful films of the year, that was finely made and an easy pick for everyone.

16. Shame – Dir. Steve McQueen

Provocative, innovative and starsring Michael Fassbender, a man who has three films on this list. He must be a lucky charm of some sort. The film is by far the most scandalous on the list, mainly due to its subject matter, NC-17 rating, and a whole lot of nudity. That being said, the film is poignant, strong and undoubtedly has paved the way for other films to talk about “sex addiction.”

Read Shame Review

15. Bridesmaids – Dir. Paul Feig

Wait, women can be funny too? Let’s face it, there were a lot of bad comedies this year, especially within the studio released arena. Not only was this the best broad comedy of the year but it also helped remind us of comedic female power. And that there are more funny women out there than just Tina Fey!

Read Bridesmaids Review

14. X-Men: First Class – Dir. Matthew Vaughn

Out of the many half-assed blockbusters this summer, this was the only one that really stood out as a quality film, with fine acting, interweaving subplots and a story-line that actually added up to something. This was one of the only comic book adaptations that really felt like a film instead of just a wash of special effects.

Read X-Men: First Class Review

13. My Week with Marilyn – Dir. Simon Curtis

It’s hard not to just see this film as an Oscar device for Michelle Williams, but if it was, she played the game well. The film did what any good bio-pic does, it showed us the Monroe that we didn’t know, the one that made her reach for the stars and eventually perish too young. Williams was amazing, but even more amazing was the stellar supporting cast that really brought this film to life.

Read My Week With Marilyn Review

12. Beginners – Dir. Mike Mills

This was a small film, that seemed to get over-looked for the most part, but really deserved some attention. Visually and conceptually, the film took a number of creative risks and dealt with a number of heavy topics with a sense of meaningful levity. It was meaningful and yet not overtly dark. It definitely is a “small” but great film.

Read Beginners Review

11. Buck – Dir. Cindy Meehel

Another Sundance darling that was so popular at the festival that Buck himself had to give up his own seat. Buck’s dedicated his life to helping horses and healing people. This a film where you will not only be transported into a life that is likely not anything like your own, but much like Buck, it has a subtle and unpretentious way of teaching you a thing or two about your own life while watching it.

Read Buck Review

10. Tucker and Dale Vs. Evil

I saw this film at Sundance two years ago and was waiting for its release for years, only to see it never get the attention it fully deserved. This is the best comedy of the year, highly underrated, but well worth your time in theaters. It plays on stereotypes in a new way and will have you laughing the whole way through.

Read Tucker and Dale Vs. Evil Review

9. Midnight in Paris – Dir. Woody Allen

Here is a filmmaker who loves making film and you can literally smell it on the screen. This is Woody Allen at his best, playing with a fun idea and really indulging in the art of cinema. From the music, to the settings, to the colors and the concept, this was a brilliantly made film all around.

Read Midnight in Paris Review

8. Red State – Dir. Kevin Smith

The indie film that pushed all the boundaries and said fuck you to the system. Not only was it a film worth remembering, but the film itself it a story worth following. With its mix of graphic violence and witty one-liners, this film gets both big laughs and big jolts. It walks that magical line of horror and comedy and does it well. Plus, Michael Parks gives probably one of the best performances of the year.

Read Red State Review

7. Senna

I hate car racing and sports, I just don’t get them, and yet I loved Senna. They were able to beautifully capture the heart-ache, stress and drama that goes into car racing in a way I never thought possible. They do a wonderful job at always keeping the story balanced and somehow managed to give a pulse to stock footage like I’ve never seen before — impressive.

6. Take Shelter – Dir. Jeff Nichols

This is one of the best examples of how to take a high concept and run with it. This is quite possibly, the most beautiful film of the year. The way they managed to not only capture the scenery in a beautifully informative way, but also visually portray the psyche of a man on the verge is nothing short of stunning. This is one of those films that seems near impossible to portray on the big screen, and yet with the right vision, it’s breathtaking.

Read Take Shelter Review

5. Win Win – Dir. Thomas McCarthy

Sweet. Simple. Truly wonderful filmmaking here. Extremely well written, acted and executed. This film sets the bar for all other comedic dramas out there. Win Win is simple but not dumbed down and smart without being preachy. The film perfectly walks the line of drama and comedy without ever losing momentum and most importantly doesn’t rely on any romantic undertones or cliches to help it! It’s a high class Rom-Com!

Read Win Win Review

4. The Guard

Some of the best dialogue of the year. You don’t need to go big to be remembered, sometimes you just need a simple story and to tell it well. This is a definite must-see film, packed with action, comedy, suspense, and proper macho charisma. Brendan Gleeson’s character completely absorbs you from beginning to end and leaves you wanting more. And it’s sure to leave you with numerous one-liners to quote for some time!

Read The Guard Review

3. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

Yes it’s a remake, but it’s also David Fincher, who is able to take just about any source material and put his own finger print on it. It’s edgy, risky, and at the end of it, you’ll know you just saw something worth remembering.

2. A Dangerous Method

Now this is a FILM in the true sense of the word with beautiful sets, an immersive story, and Viggo Mortenson at his absolute best. It’s one thing to talk about indie filmmaking, it’s a whole other thing to watch the masters at work. Though Keira Knightley pushes a bit much at the start, this is a great film, that leaves you knowing you just saw something worth remembering. And this marks Fassbender’s third time on the list.

Read A Dangerous Method Review

1. Martha Marcy May Marlene

The little indie for the win! Yes it has fine acting, filmmaking, the whole package, but the reason it’s my #1 pick, is because it sticks with you long after it’s over and leads you into so many interesting debates with others. It’s one of the must stressful watches of the year, that literally will have your stomach churning from start to finish, but it’s also one of the most intense and interesting films that’s come out.

Honorable Mentions: Project Nim, Submarine, Tree of Life, Anonymous, Hesher, Beautiful Boy, Born to be Wild, Source Code, Another Earth, We Need to Talk about Kevin
Haven’t Seen (but heard were amazing!): Young Adult, I Saw the Devil, The Skin I Live In, Hugo, Real Steel, Descendants, Certified Copy, Margaret

So that’s it for the year! Let us know which films you loved in the comments below!

New Trailer for Trust Starring Clive Owen

Krystal Clark — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 23:54:22 +0000

Clive Owen is mad as hell, and he’s not going to take it anymore! The British actor headlines the upcoming thriller Trust, which is directed by former “Friends” star David Schwimmer. The film takes us on an extremely dark journey that mixes The Social Network with Taken. If that sounds like something you’re interested in seeing, check out the trailer…

The film’s premise centers on the parents of a 14-year-old girl who are stunned to discover she has been victimized by an adult who gained her trust posing as a teenager in a chat room. Newcomer Liana Liberato plays the daughter of Owen and Catherine Keener’s characters, who is sexually assaulted after meeting up with her new online “friend” in person.

Movies that feature young children being taken advantage of really grinds our gears. What makes the story truly scary is how easily it can happen in real life. Who knew Ross could be so dark as a director? Should we get him to helm Taken 2? It might be up his alley.

Trust opens in theaters on April 1.

What do you think of Owen in Trust?

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Clive Owen Fights Back in Trust Movie Trailer

Krystal Clark — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 21:44:54 +0000

Last October we reported on Clive Owen’s latest film entitled, Trust. It’s a dramatic thriller directed by David Schwimmer (yep, Ross from “Friends”) and co-stars Catherine Keener. That was then, this is now and its first teaser trailer has been released. Get your first peek at Owen and Keener in Trust…

The film’s premise centers on the parents of a 14-year-old girl who are stunned to discover she has been victimized by an adult who gained her trust posing as a teenager in a chat room. Newcomer Liana Liberato plays the daughter of Owen and Keener’s characters, who is sexually assaulted after meeting up with her new online “friend” in person.

The cast also includes Oscar nominee Viola Davis, who plays the counselor assigned to the girl’s case. Is it just us or has she been playing a lot of supporting, comforting characters lately? In terms of the trailer, this definitely doesn’t look like a Schwimmer film like his theatrical debut Run, Fat Boy Run with Simon Pegg.

The overall tone of Trust gives a light Taken vibe but Owen isn’t as bad ass as Liam Neeson here. His character doesn’t appear to be a government trained agent with a “particular set of skills” if you know what we mean.

What do you think of the trailer for Trust? Are you interested in seeing the film?

Viola Davis Joins Funny Story and Trust

Krystal Clark — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:07:32 +0000

Oscar nominee Viola Davis has plenty of films on the horizon including a comedy co-starring Zach Galifianakis. According to Variety, the actress has just signed on for a role in the film, It’s Kind of a Funny Story and the recently announced David Schwimmer drama, Trust.

In It’s Kind of a Funny Story, centers on a 15 year old boy who’s battling depression. He checks himself into a psychiatric hospital, but realizes it’s a institution for adults. He soon develops relationships with the older patients as well as a girl his own age. Davis will portray the psychiatrist who helps him understand his anxieties and provides him with the help he needs.

Trust is a drama about the parents of a 14-year-old girl who are stunned to discover she has been victimized by an adult who gained her trust posing as a teenager in a chat room. Newcomer Liana Liberato will play the daughter, and the parents in the situation will be played by Catherine Keener and Clive Owen. Davis will star as the counselor assigned to the girl’s case.

I almost laughed when I read the descriptions for both of these roles. They’re pretty much the same part, and focus on a troubled youth. But I must admit, there is something about Davis that comes off as welcoming, so I can understand why they would pick her.

What do you think of Viola Davis being cast in these two films?

David Schwimmer to Direct Owen and Keener in Trust

Krystal Clark — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:19:22 +0000

Former Friends star David Schwimmer is establishing quite the directing career for himself. Besides the feature comedy Run, Fat Boy Run, he’s helmed several tv shows including the series Little Britain. According to Variety, he’s been hired to take on another film gig, and this time it will be a Millennium Films drama entitled, Trust.

Trust centers on the parents of a 14-year-old girl who are stunned to discover she has been victimized by an adult who gained her trust posing as a teenager in a chat room. Newcomer Liana Liberato will play the daughter, and the parents in the situation will be played by Catherine Keener and Clive Owen. The film will also be co-produced by Schwimmer and Millennium Films’ Avi Lerner.

Trust is scheduled to start production in Michigan on November 9th. As a native Michigander, I wonder what city they’ll be filming in? Also, Schwimmer’s ability to direct drama may come into question here. For the most part he’s only handled comedy. This film will be led by two pretty strong actors and I wonder if his skill set will be up to par with theirs? Only time will tell.

What do you think of David Schwimmer directing Trust?

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ScreenCrave’s Top 20 Films of 2011

20. Ides of March – Dir. George Clooney

19. Trust – Dir. David Schwimmer

18. Contagion – Dir. Steven Soderbergh

17. Moneyball – Dir. Bennett Miller

16. Shame – Dir. Steve McQueen

15. Bridesmaids – Dir. Paul Feig

14. X-Men: First Class – Dir. Matthew Vaughn

13. My Week with Marilyn – Dir. Simon Curtis

12. Beginners – Dir. Mike Mills

11. Buck – Dir. Cindy Meehel

10. Tucker and Dale Vs. Evil

9. Midnight in Paris – Dir. Woody Allen

8. Red State – Dir. Kevin Smith

7. Senna

6. Take Shelter – Dir. Jeff Nichols

5. Win Win – Dir. Thomas McCarthy

4. The Guard

3. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

2. A Dangerous Method

1. Martha Marcy May Marlene

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