The Top Five Movies of 2024
The Big Picture
2024/12/06
The Top Five Movies of 2024
The Top Five Movies of 2024
The Big Picture
2024/12/06
Sean Fennessey, Chris Ryan, and Adam Nayman gather to dissect the film landscape of 2024. They delve into the awards buzz surrounding 'Wicked', explore a variety of recent releases, and share their top picks for the year. Through lively discussions on cinema's diverse offerings, from blockbusters to arthouse films, they offer insights into the evolving world of film criticism and appreciation.
The hosts analyze the critical acclaim for 'Wicked' in the awards race, comparing it to past controversial winners like 'Crash'. They discuss the energetic Irish film 'Kneecap' and the cinematic experience of 'Queer', set in 1950s Mexico City. The conversation shifts to Nicholas Holt's performance in 'The Order' and his upcoming role as Lex Luthor. They also reflect on the challenges of movie releases in 2024, emphasizing the importance of critics in elevating lesser-known films. Each host shares their top five films of the year, highlighting works by Sean Baker, Ramel Ross, and Alex Garland. They conclude with recommendations for documentaries and arthouse films, expressing gratitude to the podcast team and anticipation for upcoming Golden Globe nominations.
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'Wicked' is highlighted as the best-directed film of the year.
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Guadagnino's film attempts to complicate queer sexuality.
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Nicholas Holt is set to play Lex Luthor in Superman.
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Growing interest in older films may diminish appeal of new movies
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'Nickel Boys' is praised for its ingenious adaptation of Colson Whitehead's novel.
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Hamaguchi's influence from Kiyoshi Kurosawa evident in Wicked.
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Sean Baker's films compared to 'Uncut Gems', focusing on themes of desire and time.
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'Nickel Boys' praised for reaching abstract poetry in its final 20 minutes.
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A contemporary film with a stunning bedroom sequence keeps the audience guessing about the character's actions.
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'Queer' is powerful and could undergo cult reclamation
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'Anatomy' praised for its soundtrack and complex interpretations.
