The best movies of 2009

Here’s my list of the best 10 movies of 2009 that I have watched.

1. STAR TREK Genre : Sci-fi

Now this is the first movie I saw in IMAX, since the first time Imax opened in Kolkata. I am not a follower of the Star Trek series but I understood the storyline since this film is not a sequel. I enjoyed the movie experience, the sound effect was terrific and it was a perfect popcorn movie.

I give it a  2.5/5

2. TERMINATOR Genre: Sci-fi, Action

If you have watched the last 3  terminator films then you must not miss this one. No doubt, this film is nothing compared to The Terminator 1 or The terminator: Judgment Day by James Cameron, but I really liked the character Marcus Wright played by Sam Worthington. Its depressing to see John Conner didn’t have much role to play in this film, I mean he should have been on a much stronger ground. The grip of the storyline was weak and somehow I felt the movie ended too fast. Nevertheless, it was a good action-packed watch during the weekends.

I give it a 3/5

3. The Proposal Genre: Drama, Comedy

A clean and complete drama with an obvious climax in the end but a perfect cast and some hilarious scenes. There was a good chemistry between all the characters and grandma Annie made an excellent ‘cupid‘. Ryan fits perfectly into the role of the ‘pitiful’ secretary but Sandra looks a little artificial after whatever she has done to her face. All in all, this movie is a great fun to watch with friends, family or just alone.

I give it a 3.5/5

4. Transformer 2 Genre: Sci-fi, Action, Adventure

Its a must see for those who have watched the first part and liked it. I personally have a liking towards robot movies. This film is slightly better than the last one in respect of the plot, visual effect and action.

I give it a 2.5/5

5. Those Lovely Bones Genre: Suspense, Thriller

It is a film adaptation of a best-selling novel.There is nothing much about this film except that it is a good thriller  watch when you don’t have anything else to do. Nonetheless,there is a good connectivity which can hold your attention till the end.

I give it a 2.5/5

6. Everybody’s fine Genre: Family, Drama

I usually don’t prefer dramas which lack humor but this movie had something special about it. It is original indeed in showing the life of an aged father and his grown-up kids who are busy with their own lives. It has some touchy moments and it also nicely brings out the typical situation a man faces in his old age.

I give it a 3/5

7.  The Hangover Genre: Comedy

Breath taking  comedy and a very intelligent plot. I really couldn’t figure out what would happen next until I reached the end part of the movie. Hollywood has made many comedy films set in Las Vegas  and this one tops the chart. So its definitely worth a watch!

I give it a 3.5/5

8. A Christmas Carol Genre: Animaton, Adventure

Based on the classic novel by Charles Dickens this  3D animation is a non-stop entertainment package. It has an outstanding 3D effect which gives goose flesh. All the 3D characters look so real. Its a commendable experience !

I give it a 4/5

9. Avatar Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Action

The most publicized film of 2009 and also the highest-grossing films till now. Its still running in IMAX Kolkata (^O^)! My first experience of this 3D film in Inox forum was awful, there was something terribly wrong with the glasses or the screen.Then I watched it in IMAX for the 2nd time , pretty enjoyable. There was nothing extraordinary about the story and the 3D affect was not as good as that of Christmas Carols. I really wanted to see those creature running across my face, but except for the seeds from the sacred tree nothing else seemed to give a sense of touch. What I really liked about this movie is that it shows a strong bond between nature and the Navis. This holds some similarities with Miyazaki’s Princess Mononoke, where there was a constant fight between men who wanted to use the resources of the forest and the animals who wanted to protect their home. Anyways, to sum it up it was a great entertainment with a perfect balance of romance, emotion and action.

It definitely gets a 4/5

10. 2012 Genre: Action, Adventure

This film has received a mixed to negative reviews by critics. I feel it is one of the best ‘disaster films’ ever made. There are some jaw dropping visual effects through out the movie which won’t let you blink. There is nothing gore shown in this film, but yes its definitely is scary  to see so much of disaster and casualty. Above all I like this film and also John Cusack. I give it a 4/5

Hope you all liked my list, you can also share your 2009 favorites.