Amazing Spider-Man, The (2012)
Marc Webb’s The Amazing Spider-Man comes across as a visually darker film driven by human emotions and scientific touches thanks to the direction and the screenwriting team.
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Brave (2012)
Brave is ultimately the story about a mother and a daughter. Brave is the story of families torn apart by pride.
Goon (2011)
Seann William Scott plays a bouncer-turned-hockey-player in a quite violent, foul-mouthed sport dramedy.
Friends with Kids
The conversations that take place in Friends with Kids not only feel fresh and authentic, they also provide food for thought regarding friendships, relationships, and the prospect of becoming a parent.
Philadelphia (1993)
In a time when homosexuality was still very much taboo, Jonathan Demme dares give what many dubbed in the late 80s/early 90s as the “gay plague” very careful consideration, and by extension highlight the element most neglected therein — the human element.
I Love You Phillip Morris (2009)
I Love You Phillip Morris is the best film Jim Carrey has done in years and it’s a good reminder of how great he can be when he isn’t doing typical Hollywood comedies.
United States of Tara – Season 2
Season 2 is the most LGBT-friendly Showtime’s United States of Tara has ever been.
Prometheus (2012)
Prometheus, the long dormant project in the Alien franchise, finally came to pass. Although not exactly an Alien movie, it does happen in the same universe. That said, Prometheus stands well on its own.
21 Jump Street
2012’s 21 Jump Street isn’t exactly faithful to the 1987 television series given that one is a drama and the other a comedy. However, the 2012 film adaptation works well enough on its own thanks to Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum.
Moonrise Kingdom
Moonrise Kingdom is yet another great Anderson movie. Filled with love, awkwardness and a lot of quirkiness.
