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Best Films of 2008 - The Definitive List
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The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (Single-Disc Edition)The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (Single-Disc Edition)
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A" Fantastic story made believable by everyone involved. A must see!
The WrestlerThe Wrestler
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A" Mickey is back. Great portrayal of sadness and bittersweet fame.
Body of Lies (Widescreen Edition)Body of Lies (Widescreen Edition)
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A-" Great plot and direction in this action-packed Middle East spy game. A little too much star power.
The DuchessThe Duchess
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A-" Excellent period film reminiscent of Vanity Fair."
Frozen RiverFrozen River
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A-" An intriguing portrayal of desperation with superb performances and direction."
Seven PoundsSeven Pounds
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A-" Engaging film that takes guilt to the next level.
Snow Angels (Widescreen Edition)Snow Angels (Widescreen Edition)
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A-" Choices and consequences of love, loss and betrayal. Excellent acting and direction."
Smart PeopleSmart People
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A-" First movie to make my list this year. Great cast, script, and direction. Reminiscent of "Wonderboys"
Taken (Single-Disc Extended Edition)Taken (Single-Disc Extended Edition)
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A-" Great action flick. If you like Bourne, you'll like this.
TowelheadTowelhead
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A-" A provocative web of apprehension that forces the viewer to contemplate the line between desire and reason."
Valkyrie (Single-Disc Edition)Valkyrie (Single-Disc Edition)
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A-" Intriguing story. Solid acting and direction. Accents are missing, which some critics see as an unacceptable flaw.
ChangelingChangeling
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B+" Very disturbing to know that law enforcement could treat an individual this way."
The Dark Knight (Widescreen Single-Disc Edition)The Dark Knight (Widescreen Single-Disc Edition)
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B+" Best since the first. If it wasn't for the raspy voice, I'd consider and A-
Flash of GeniusFlash of Genius
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B+" A solid film. Good things come to those that wait."
Revolutionary RoadRevolutionary Road
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B+" Set in the 50's, the movie reminds us of the hopelessness of monotony and the lure of adventure.
Quantum of SolaceQuantum of Solace
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B+" Not quite as good as Casino Royale, but still a great installment to Craig's 007 legacy.
W. (Widescreen)W. (Widescreen)
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B+" Seemed like a fair depiction of the man. Felt pity for him. Great cast and directing."
FelonFelon
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B" Pretty good film. Justice is not always just. Nice direction.
Nothing But the TruthNothing But the Truth
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B" Inspired by the Valerie Plame story. Questions our commitment to integrity and rights vs. national security. Script and acting was brilliant at times, but mediocre mostly.
What Doesn't Kill YouWhat Doesn't Kill You
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B" Based on a true story. Good all around, but not great.