Showing posts with label True Grit. Show all posts
Showing posts with label True Grit. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Joe Wilson's "True Grit" Art Print

Joe Wilson, an artist I've recently come to adore, just released two new posters (four if you count the two Blade Runner variants), but his True Grit print may well be my favorite.

True Grit Art Print
Joe Wilson
600 mm x 410 mm (23.622" x 16.142") - Signed
£60 - Open Edition

Rightly or wrongly, I was fairly vocal about my dislike of Horkey's True Grit artwork, not because I thought Horkey did a bad job, he didn't, but because I wanted to see more of the film's characters (characters that I felt made the movie so memorable) included in the design. Well, I'm happy to report that this is the poster I'd been waiting for. Joe's finely detailed style, similar in many ways to Horkey's, lends the artwork a rugged wood-hewn look that would be perfectly at home in the story's untamed universe. Unlike his more minimal (just to be clear - I don't mean minimalist) Blade Runner print, Joe's True Grit poster has so many different things going on that it can be hard deciding where to actually focus your attention. Whether it's Rooster Cogburn pointing his Single Action Army revolver, or my personal favorite, the Bear Man and his stoic gaze, this print is able to pack pretty much every important character into its 24" x 16" confines. And that, my friends, is a beautiful thing.

Joe Wilson's True Grit art print is currently available through Joe Wilson's storefront for £60 (around $94). The giclĂ©e measures 600 mm x 410 mm (AKA 23.622" x 16.142") and is an open edition, meaning there's no limit to this run, or more accurately, you can order as many of these as you want until the artist decides to remove it from his website. For more Joe Wilson goodness, be sure to check out his website at joe-wilson.com, his store, and follow him on Twitter @joe_wilson. Here's hoping we see more from Joe in the near future!

Monday, October 10, 2011

Concept Corner - Luis Fernando Cruz

This is a completely new feature that I've been wanting to try for a while. The vast majority of my writing is about artwork that has already been printed on paper stock and is available for purchase, but what about the insanely talented folks who don't make their living off of print work and yet pump out some of the coolest cinematically inspired art to date? Well, that's what "Concept Corner" is all about - giving attention to some of the people I feel are right on the verge of breaking through. Tonight's "Concept Corner" will be shining that light on Puerto Rico-based artist Luis Fernando Cruz.

I'm kind of new to this whole Tumblr / Twitter / social networking thing, but I've found that these are all incredible way to discover talent. Let me paint a quick picture for you: I've just set up an account with this odd and amazing thing called Tumblr and I start following as many movie artwork-themed blogs as I can find when I happen upon the Drive image below. Needless to say I was blown away by this stylish minimalistic masterpiece and there began my quest to learn more about Mr. Cruz and his impressive body of work. To my delight, Luis was receptive to my somewhat stalkerish attempts to see more of his art and here we are.

Drive Movie Poster
Luis Fernando Cruz

The poster that prompted me to start this feature seemed like the appropriate jumping off point in my voyage through Luis' portfolio. I think what I admire most about his work is how he's able to balance the minimalist aesthetic that has become so popular over the last few years with a distinctly unique and stylish approach that is wholly original and seems to be coming from a very real passion for film.

The Red Shoes Movie Poster
Luis Fernando Cruz

I think this may be my second favorite of Cruz's work (with his Drive art being my first), and a resounding confirmation of his excellent taste in film. Cruz's take on the classic Red Shoes is simply stunning and deserves to be hanging on the wall of every cineaste in the world (or at the very least mine). I asked Luis more about about how he created his Drive and Red Shoes posters and how long his process takes:
"The Drive poster took me around two-and-a-half to three hours and Red Shoes around four to six; this is the approximate time all together because I don't think I finished them in one day. The shoes took a while to make because I had to grab a still from the movie and then find the light and dark areas and start patching it up on Illustrator. The colors and noisy effect accentuates in my opinion the surrealist style and mystery inducing color palette from the movie. The Drive poster is meant to look rough and messy but at the same time it has bright colors and a pop look like the character in the movie. Most of the inspiration and ideas just strike me when I stop to remember what stayed with me the most after watching the movie. I usually like to show something that will strike your memory immediately after watching it - stuff that takes you back to that unforgettable imagery, that stays with you long after the movie ends. I usually go for simple and minimalist traits, most of them time I find them more effective and lasting without having to fill everything with unnecessary stuff. The more clever and striking the poster is, the faster it resonates with the viewers and what they actually remember from the movie. The point is to create a visual representation that sums up the whole movie with just a single look."
And in my opinion, Luis completely nails it.

V for Vendetta Movie Poster
Luis Fernando Cruz

American Psycho Movie Poster
Luis Fernando Cruz

Luis' artwork reminds me what's so great about the Internet and the reinvigorated poster community; you've got this whole new generation of artists who are able to take something old and create something completely new and amazing while respecting the property / film / source. I'm being completely serious when I say nine times out of ten I'd much rather a marketer use something resembling Luis' work over the floating head campaigns we so often see on billboards and outside theaters.

Trainspotting Movie Poster
Luis Fernando Cruz

Submarine Movie Poster
Luis Fernando Cruz
True Grit Movie Poster
Luis Fernando Cruz

Leon: The Professional Movie Poster
Luis Fernando Cruz

Another thing that completely caught my attention when I finally had the chance to see the majority of Luis' movie-based artwork was his film selection; the man has great taste in movies (at least in my opinion). Sure, there's no denying people are going to love a film like Trainspotting or Leon: The Professional, they're classics after all, but to do a Submarine poster (one of my favorite films of the year by the way)? Now that's an artist I can get behind! And how gorgeous is that Trainspotting image? Like the film, it's practically bursting with kinetic energy.

Woody Allen Art
Luis Fernando Cruz
Natalie Portman Art
Luis Fernando Cruz

If his movie poster work wasn't enough, Luis has also done some really great portraits as well.

Source Code Movie Poster
Luis Fernando Cruz

No Country for Old Men Movie Poster
Luis Fernando Cruz
The Truman Show Movie Poster
Luis Fernando Cruz

Inglorious Basterds Movie Poster
Luis Fernando Cruz

After looking through the myriad of film-based art in Luis' portfolio I was curious about what his process looked like. Not being an artist in slightest, this sort of thing always interests me, and thankfully Luis was willing to talk a little about that:
"First of all, I don't consider myself very good; I wish I could have the talent to make half of the amazing stuff I see on the Internet. There's a lot of really, really talented people, so props to them first. I do try my best to represent a movie in a graphic composition with the stuff that I've learned. I mostly use Photoshop & Illustrator CS5 for my work. I make the art in vectors unless it already exists in some form then I only retouch it or trace it. After the most time demanding part is done (tracing, vectors) I move all the set pieces to Photoshop and start playing with the composition, the fonts, the colors or any detail to bring the work to life. Usually some time goes in to mixing everything together in the most effective way, sometimes it takes even longer than making the art. I use a Wacom tablet for drawing and incorporating hand-drawn sketches or to make better use of color in the posters. My methods are fairly simple but I like simple and for the most part it works."
Yep, it definitely works. To find out more about Luis Fernando Cruz there are a number of places to check out including his Tumblr (which is how I initially found him), his Facebook page and you can always follow him @Fernando_TMC.

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Spoke Art's "Quentin vs. Coen" Art Exhibit Round 3

Part three of Spoke Art's awesome "Quentin vs. Coen" show has landed in Los Angeles and with that comes some amazing new prints. All of the prints below were released yesterday, but as of this writing are still in stock and ready for purchase. I only chose a few of my favorites out of the new inventory, but rest assured, there's a lot more available through Spoke Art's online store.

"Walter" Art Print
Oliver Barrett
18" x 24"
$40 - Limited to 125
Inspired By: The Big Lebowski

"The Dude" Art Print
Oliver Barrett
18" x 24"
$40 - Limited to 125
Inspired By: The Big Lebowski
"Donny" Art Print
Oliver Barrett
18" x 24"
$40 - Limited to 125
Inspired By: The Big Lebowski

I've written about Oliver Barrett's quote-posters (quosters?) before, but what the hell, I like 'em so much, I don't mind blathering their praises all over again. Barrett's style is fully intact with his next wave of "Quentin vs. Coen" prints, where, this time, he decided to tackle the Dude's entire motley crew. My favorite by far is his depiction of Walter, which appears to be a study in anger and disbelief (two expressions Walter wore well in the film), and features a quote that cuts straight to the heart of everyone's favorite enraged Judaic bowler. In addition to the amazing "Walter" print, Oliver created another Dude-inspired print (check out the original Barrett "Dude" print in my write-up of Round 2) and an all new "Donny" print. Does anyone else get a kick out of the fact that a Walter quote made it into the "Donny" print? This will most likely be the final round of "Quentin vs. Coen" artwork, so if you're waiting, stop, and buy these immediately. Each of the posters is screen printed and is available for $40 apiece through the Spoke Art store. The prints all measure 18" x 24" and are limited to an edition 125. Check out more Oliver Barrett art at ohbarrett.com and oliverbarrett.tumblr.com.

"Furious Anger" Art Print
Serge Gay Jr.
18" x 20" (polaroid-style border)
$50 - Limited to 100

I've never mentioned Serge Gay Jr. on this site before, but his Life Aquatic-inspired "Life" painting is legendary in my eyes, and it seems like with every new painting or print he releases he manages to one-up himself. Serge's "Furious Anger" is a cool mishmash of a lot of elements from a film that's filled to the brim with cool elements, so it shouldn't surprise anyone that this print is, well, cool. Serge's artwork reminds me of a massive mural I might find painted on a brick wall behind a long abandoned video rental place; no one knows how it got there, who did it, and most importantly, no is willing to defile it. Pedantic meandering about a made-up backstory aside, I really dig this print and if I hadn't just secured my entry to next year's Fantastic Fest I would pick this up in an instant. Serge Gay Jr.'s "Furious Anger" print is available for purchase through the Spoke Art store for $50. The giclée measures 18" x 20" and is limited to an edition of 100. More crazy, wonderful, strange Serge Gay Jr. artwork can be found, purchased and oggled at sergegayjrart.wordpress.com. And if you're a fan of Serge's work it looks like he's having a solo show at the Spoke-Art gallery later this year. Nice!

"True Grit 1" Art Print
Jeff Proctor
9" x 24"
$45 - Limited to 50
Inspired By: True Grit
"True Grit 2" Art Print
Jeff Proctor
9" x 24"
$45 - Limited to 50
Inspired By: True Grit

This was a complete surprise to me. I've seen lots of Jeff Proctor artwork, and I've purchased practically all of his film-related stuff, so I was a shocked when I saw these posters and had no idea who the artist was (prior to reading Jeff's name, that is). I could be completely off base here, but these prints really seem like a departure from a lot of his Mondo stuff, and that really, really excites me. I'm impressed by the simplicity and restraint of the composition, but it's his use of the diptych format that I find really inspired. The majority of the time I see diptychs and triptychs, they're used to convey parts of a single image, but Proctor's True Grit-inspired artwork reminds me of a traditional film narrative (albeit a very short two frame narrative); point A to point B. Great stuff! Jeff Proctor's "True Grit 1" and "True Grit 2" are currently available through the Spoke Art store. Both posters measure 9" x 24", are limited to an edition of 50 and cost $45 apiece. The best way to keep up to date with Mr. Proctor is to visit makenonsense.com.

Didn't see something you were absolutely in love with? Well fear not, because there's a lot more available through the Spoke Art store at store.spoke-art.com. While you're visiting the Spoke Art website, I'd highly recommend signing up for their newsletter and following them @Spoke_Art. In closing, I'd like to leave you with one more thing.
"Nihilists! Fuck me. I mean, say what you like about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos." - Walter (The Big Lebowski)
Good night!

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Spoke Art's "Quentin vs. Coen" Art Exhibit Round 1

You may recognize Spoke Art as the transient gallery behind the amazing "Bad Dads" Wes Anderson art show, which quite deservedly gained them a lot of nerd love. Well it seems they've done it again, but this time it's not Rushmore or Life Aquatic they'll be celebrating. No, this time it'll be films like Pulp Fiction, Inglourious Basterds, Raising Arizona, O Brother, Where Art Thou and No Country For Old Men. Yep, Spoke Art's "Quentin vs. Coen: A Tribute to Tarantino & the Brothers" show is sure to delight the cineaste in your life.

The folks at Spoke Art were nice enough to send me some promotional images in anticipation of the show's premier on April 7th, so I'll be continuing the Posterocalypse tradition by picking a few of my favorites and doing a brief write-up for each. After the show has premiered and the remaining art is available through Spoke Art's online store, I'll follow-up this entry with a part two reviewing their remaining stock. Now on to the artwork! As a heads up, I don't have all of the titles for the following prints or paintings so I'll sometimes just be referencing the films they're inspired by.

Pulp Fiction - Oliver Barrett

I think it goes without saying that this poster, inspired by the Coen brothers' classic Barton Fink, is an absolute delight. I kid, I kid! Oliver Barrett's badass Pulp Fiction print is sure to bring out the inner mofo in anyone standing within a five foot proximity. I love how he was able to take Samuel L. Jackson's no nonsense visage and transform it into a dangerous landscape with his careful attention to detail and small pen strokes. I've only seen a fraction of what will be on display at the Bold Hype Gallery in New York, where the show will be held, but I'm REALLY hoping that this is part of a print series from the artist. As more information becomes available I'll update this entry accordingly. And to answer the poster's question, no, Marsellus Wallace does not look like a bitch. Be sure to subscribe to the Spoke Art mailing list and follow their blog for more release information as the date grows near. Whatever doesn't sell out at the show will be available through the Spoke Art store sometime in April. I would also recommend heading over to Oliver Barrett's site, where you can spy his portfolio and purchase his prints (hint: buy an American Splendor poster).

Pulp Fiction Action Figure Collection - Max Dalton

Max Dalton's "Pulp Fiction Action Figure Collection" print really speaks to the collector in me (never take it out of the box!) and is perfect for anyone who's nuts about Tarantino and / or toys. I have a feeling that this print would really benefit from being seen in person as each toy has an action figure from the film, their name, a selection of accessories and a catch phrase. Can you guess what Jules Winnfield's catch phrase is (please refer to Oliver Barrett's print for the answer)? If you're familiar with Max Dalton's work, which can be found in his portfolio and blog, you can really see just how good the man is at not only appropriating pop culture and transforming it into something new (examples Ferris Bueller's Day Off board game and this very Pulp Fiction Action Figures Collection), but also seems to always find the lighter side of a sometimes dark subject. Can somebody please make these toys a reality? Again, pleases be sure to visit Max's blog and portfolio, as well as check out his store for some great prints (I'm looking at you "The Spaghetti Western Inventory").

True Grit Meets Kill Bill - Steve Seeley

This painting is fun, just incredibly fun. You've got a wacky mix of both the Coen brothers' True Grit and Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill and the connecting theme of eye patches. I think my favorite part of Seeley's artwork is its deadpan depiction. By that I mean, even though this strange collection of characters, eye patches, and animals are thrown together in a mishmash of references and oddness, there doesn't seem to be any winking at the camera (or painter) - the image works so well because of the disagreement between tone and content. It's strange, it's wonderful - there's not much more to say than that. Like everything else in this entry, Steve Seeley's True Grit meets Kill Bill painting will be available at Spoke Art's "Quentin vs. Coen" show from April 7th to the 9th. To find out more about about Mr. Seeley check out his website at thedelicatematter.com.

Raising Arizona - Killer Napkins

And finally we come to Killer Napkins' tribute to the Coen brothers' Raising Arizona. It's been a while since I've seen the film, so I'm a bit rusty on what each element of this totem-like design represents, but if I had to guess I would say it's some sort of frightening shrine to Leonard Smalls / the Lone Biker of the Apocalypse. I chose this painting because, not only is it really, really well done, it's also damn creepy. I also really like the fact that this was painted on wood. I definitely wouldn't mind if Killer Napkins decided to make some screen prints of this, maybe prints on wood? To find out more about the disturbing and very cool artwork of Killer Napkins be sure to checkout his site and store - the man's got a gift for the gross. The Raising Arizona print by Killer Napkins will be on display and available for purchase at Spoke Art's "Quentin vs. Coen" show from April 7th to the 9th.

Well, that's it for this round of "Quentin vs. Coen" artwork, but once there are some posters and prints available through the Spoke Art store I'll be sure to post a part two. If you're lucky enough to be in New York and near the Bold Hype Gallery, be sure to drop by and then rub it in our faces for not living on the East Coast. Information about the show can be found at the Spoke Art blog, and signing up for their mailing list is probably a good idea too.

As a reminder for those of you that haven't yet entered the Posterocalypse Fighter giveaway, I'll be giving away The Fighter movie poster by Adam Hanson and a mystery print tomorrow (3/31) to one lucky person who leaves a comment with their name and email address (US only) in last Tuesday's blog post (it was titled "Giveaway - The Fighter by Adam Hanson"). You have until Thursday 6 PM Pacific to enter. Good luck!

Sunday, January 2, 2011

Top Ten Films of 2010

It was kind of impossible to only choose ten films for my list, but for better or worse I’ve forced myself to use some degree of discipline and have whittled down my cinematic memories of 2010 to their purest and most enjoyable essence. Hopefully this list will shed some light on a film you may not have seen or heard of, and at the very least, provide a brief (and hopefully enjoyable) distraction for those who wander in to my digital abode. Enjoy!

Note: In place of me trying to cleverly summarize each film, I’ve included the synopsis provided by IMDb along with a brief description as to why the film made my list.


1. Black Swan 

Synopsis: A ballet dancer wins the lead in "Swan Lake" and is perfect for the role of the delicate White Swan, but slowly loses her mind as she becomes more and more like the evil twin sister of the White Swan, the Black Swan.

Why it’s on the list: There’s not much that hasn’t already been said about Black Swan, but to confirm everything I’d previously written: I love this movie. It’s dark, it’s twisted, and it features some amazing performances.  Darren Aronofsky has crafted a grotesquely beautiful and hypnotic tale about a ballet dancer’s quest for perfection.

It’s also worth noting, Black Swan had some pretty great poster art – a rarity for a film being distributed by major studio.


2. Inception 

Synopsis: In a world where technology exists to enter the human mind through dream invasion, a highly skilled thief is given a final chance at redemption which involves executing his toughest job to date: Inception.

Why it’s on the list: How can this not be on my list? It’s a kick-ass mind-bending flick helmed by the guy who brought us The Dark Knight.  Inception was one of those rare high concept films that actually rewards multiple viewings. The rotating hallway scene is, in my opinion, the slickest and most elegantly constructed action scene put to celluloid in 2010, maybe even in the last five years. Brilliant stuff.  I hope upon hopes that this property doesn’t become sequel fodder!




3. Bunny and the Bull 

Synopsis: A young shut-in takes an imaginary road trip inside his apartment, based on mementos and memories of a European trek from years before.

Why it’s on the list: This film had a super limited release in the States this year, but if you ever hear about it playing near you I highly recommend checking it out.  Bunny and the Bull is one of those rare buddy films that is funny, sad, and surprisingly grounded while appearing to be completely out of this world in true Gondry-esque fashion.  Paul King, director of the amazing Mighty Boosh television series, has such an assured visual style; it’s a bit shocking to think that this is his first feature. The movie is that good.  If you choose to see only one film from my list, please make Bunny and the Bull it, as not nearly enough people know about this gem.


4. True Grit 

Synopsis: A tough U.S. Marshal helps a stubborn young woman track down her father's murderer.

Why it’s on the list: It’s the Coen Brothers. Enough said. True Grit features some fantastic performances including a drunk but badass Jeff Bridges, a wind-baggish sometimes sharpshooter Matt Damon and a career-making turn by newcomer Hailee Steinfeld. This is what a western should be.  I haven't seen the John Wayne version or read the book, but you needn't have seen or read either of these to thoroughly enjoy this moving story.



I'd also like to mention how awesome the simple artwork for the True Grit poster is.  It's awesome.
 

5. Carancho 

Synopsis: Auto accidents are an epidemic in Argentina, and two people with very different perspectives on the crisis are brought together in this drama from filmmaker Pablo Trapero.

Why it’s on the list: I was lucky enough to see this film at Fantastic Fest and was awestruck by the story, the acting, the cinematography and amazing direction. This tale of insurance fraud gone wrong is intensely gut-wrenching as you warm up to the characters only to watch everything go down the shitter. Seek this film out and keep your eyes on director Pablo Trapero. A special mention needs to be made for Ricardo DarĂ­n and Martina Gusman's arresting performance.  Carancho is an intensely powerful film.

6. Scott Pilgrim vs. the World 

Synopsis: Scott Pilgrim must defeat his new girlfriend's seven evil exes in order to win her heart.

Why it’s on the list: The film is directed by Edgar Wright, the man behind Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz and Spaced. Check. It’s based on a fantastic series of graphic novels by Bryan Lee O’Malley that are both entertaining and nostalgic. Check. It’s one of the most energetic and fun examples of modern day cinema and features a pounding soundtrack with some of the fattest bass beats you’ll ever hear. Check. If this movie doesn’t put a big smile on your face, I’m not sure what will. This is also one of the few Universal Blu-rays that doesn’t feature Universal’s AWFUL standard Blu menu template. 1-up for Edgar! Universal – If you’re listening, please stop using menus that look and sound like a PowerPoint presentation from 1998!

7. How to Train Your Dragon 

Synopsis: A hapless young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons becomes the unlikely friend of a young dragon himself, and learns there may be more to the creatures than he originally assumed.

Why it’s on the list: I was really expecting to like Toy Story 3 better than How to Train Your Dragon. Don’t get me wrong; Toy Story 3 is another huge Pixar win. Those guys have the Midas touch when it comes to animation, story and the ability to appeal to adults and kids – no easy feat. But when comparing the two films, Toy Story 3 completely entertained while How to Train Your Dragon blew me away. I felt like a kid watching his first cartoon and found myself sporting a huge grin while Hiccup and company were tearing up the skies. My only complaint is that I didn’t realize how awesome this movie was when it was in theaters and see it 3D. My bad.

8. Shutter Island

Synopsis: Drama set in 1954, U.S. Marshal Teddy Daniels is investigating the disappearance of a murderess who escaped from a hospital for the criminally insane and is presumed to be hiding on the remote Shutter Island.

Why it’s on the list: Call it what you will, but I think Scorsese’s “genre exercise” was his best film since 1995’s Casino. Shutter Island so thoroughly creates the stifling paranoia of a 1950’s mental institution, that it’s almost a relief when the film ends and your able to escape the film’s dark and dirty hospital hallways. I hope we’ll see Martin Scorsese experimenting in a similar capacity with future films. Turn off the lights, put this film on and pump up the volume – just make sure you’re not watching it alone.

9. Winter’s Bone 

Synopsis: An unflinching Ozark Mountain girl hacks through dangerous social terrain as she hunts down her drug-dealing father while trying to keep her family intact.

Why it’s on the list: I just saw this film the other week and was completely caught off-guard with just how foreign this part of America looked to me. Debra Granik’s depiction of the Ozarks exhibits such a startling authenticity it’s incredibly difficult to watch at times. Add to that, Jennifer Lawrence and John Hawkes’s amazing performances and you’ve got a fantastic movie that cuts straight to the bone. Speaking of bones, you’ll never look at chainsaws the same way again.  I have to be honest though, after seeing Winter's Bone I'm not dying to visit Arkansas or Missouri anytime soon.

10. Sound of Noise 

Synopsis: Sound of Noise tells the story of a group of musicians who illegally perform music on objects in the various institutions of a city.

Why it’s on the list: Sound of Noise was another film I was able to catch at Fantastic Fest and am the better for it. Originating as the amazing short, Music for One Apart and Six DrummersSound of Noise takes the relatively straightforward and sparse premise and expands it to feature length. While not a perfect film, the sheer inventiveness and creativity on display is something to behold.  This is another one of those films that won't be easy to locate or watch in the US, but if the chance presents itself, please checkout this wonderful movie.  To whet your appetite I recommend checking out the short.


Honorable Mentions (In No Particular Order): 

Rubber, Exit Through the Gift Shop, Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale, Let Me In, Toy Story 3, Youth in Revolt, Monsters, Red Hill, Four Lions, Norwegian Ninja, Agnosia, Buried

Movies That Might Have Been In My Top Ten But That I Haven’t Seen Yet (Unfortunately): 

The Social Network, Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives, Splice, The King’s Speech, Animal Kingdom, Vahalla Rising, 127 Hours, The Green Zone, Ghost Writer, The Fighter, The Town, The American, Middle Men, Catfish, Waking Sleeping Beauty, Greenberg, Paper Man, Micmacs, Get Low, Restrepo, Mother, The Illusionist, Dogtooth, Biutiful, Enter the Void, Down Terrace, A Somewhat Gentle Man, Red White & Blue, The Living Wake, Carlos, Winnebago Man, Casino Jack and the United States of Money, The Way Back, Best Worst Movie, The Square, Cyrus, It’s Kind of a Funny Story, A Prophet, Easy A

Yeah…I’ve got a lot of catching up to do. What were your favorite films of 2010?