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Best films of the 00's (so far)
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Requiem for a Dream [Region 2]Requiem for a Dream [Region 2]
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(2000, Darren Aronofsky) It's a bit early to name Aronofsky 'Kubrick for the 21st century', but if there is a 'Clockwork Orange for the 21st century', this is it. An absolute masterpiece.
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless MindEternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
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(2004, Michel Gondry) Carrey in his finest dramatic performance yet, in a beautiful and ingenious surrealistic romance. Imaginative and sensitive.
Almost FamousAlmost Famous
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(2000, Cameron Crowe) 'Almost Famous' reeks of sweet nostalgia. A beautiful film with fantastic music and great acting, one of my personal favorites.
Sin CitySin City
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(2005, Robert Rodriguez & Frank Miller) Visually stunning and incredibly stylish, 'Sin City' may yet prove to be one of the most important films of recent years.
Kill Bill Vols. 1 & 2 (Box Set)Kill Bill Vols. 1 & 2 (Box Set)
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(2003/4, Quentin Tarantino) Tarantino's first film in seven years was worth the wait. It's a pleasure from beginning to end.
Dinner RushDinner Rush
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(2000, Bob Giraldi) A fantastic and very underrated film, one of the best independent films of recent years. Beaufiful and very well shot.
Ghost WorldGhost World
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(2001, Terry Zwigoff) An instant cult favorite, this very cartoonish adaptation of Daniel Clowes's graphic novel is highly stylish and sarcastic, and it's both touching and hilarious.
The Lord of the Rings - The Return of the King (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition)The Lord of the Rings - The Return of the King (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition)
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(2003, Peter Jackson) The last and best of the fantastic trilogy, a grand finale to a wonderful experience.
Hedwig and the Angry InchHedwig and the Angry Inch
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(2001, John Cameron Mitchell) A wonderful musical, as well as a touching and sensitive film; it's appeal is selective but I think it would stand the test of time.
Donnie Darko (Widescreen Edition)Donnie Darko (Widescreen Edition)
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(2001, Richard Kelly) A film that's entirely unique, 'Donnie Darko' rejects any genre label and deserves many repeated viewings. A very unusual film.
American SplendorAmerican Splendor
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(2003, Robert Pulcini) Another independent masterpiece that went under the radars of most viewers, featuring Paul Giamatti's finest performance. A beautiful film.
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou - Criterion CollectionThe Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou - Criterion Collection
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(2004, Wes Anderson) Very underrated, and in my mind the best film Wes Anderson has made yet. Quirky and unusual, but very imaginative and very sensitive.
The Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Ring (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition)The Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Ring (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition)
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(2001, Peter Jackson) The first film in the much anticipated trilogy surpassed all expectations. A joy to the eyes, brilliant production and wonderful acting all around.
BamboozledBamboozled
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(2000, Spike Lee) The best film Spike Lee pulled in many years, 'Bamboozled' was a bit too harsh for many, but it's one of his best. An eye-opener that will force you to listen like only Spike can.
Big FishBig Fish
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(2004, Tim Burton) Burton's much awaited return to form, and his most mature film yet, a beautiful and sensitive tale with wonderful acting.
O Brother, Where Art Thou?O Brother, Where Art Thou?
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(2000, Joel Coen) A fantastic comedy by the great Coen Brothers, great music and great laughs in one of the Coens' best. A joy from beginning to end.
Shadow of the VampireShadow of the Vampire
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(2001, E. Elias Merhige) An unexpected pleasure, in a film that pays tribute to the classic silent masterpiece 'Nosferatu', with great acting by Malkovich and especially Willem Dafoe.
Lost in TranslationLost in Translation
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(2003, Sofia Coppola) The grand master's daughter proves that she's a talent to be reckoned with in a beautiful little drama with terrific acting. Sensitive and engaging.
Vera DrakeVera Drake
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(2004, Mike Leigh) Mike Leigh's finest film since 'Secrets & Lies' in 1996. A wonderful film that handles a very difficult subject very well.
Snatch. [Region 2]Snatch. [Region 2]
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(2001, Guy Ritchie) A fantastic, hilarious crime comedy, brought to excellence by a wonderful performance from Brad Pitt. Wonderfully paced and never dull.
25th Hour25th Hour
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(2002, Spike Lee) Hardly a typical Spike Lee film, '25th Hour' is Lee at his best, with fantastic acting by the wonderful Ed Norton.
Million Dollar Baby [Region 2]Million Dollar Baby [Region 2]
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(2004, Clint Eastwood) A beautiful film, and an important achievement for Eastwood as both director and actor.
Broken FlowersBroken Flowers
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(2005, Jim Jarmusch) Very underrated, a fantastic little film by one of my favorite directors, and a great performance by Bill Murray.
MementoMemento
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(2000, Christopher Nolan) It lacks in depth, but 'Memento' is one of the smartest films since 'The Usual Suspects'. Brilliant script, good pace.
DogvilleDogville
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(2003, Lars Von Trier) Von Trier is one of my least favorite directors, but 'Dogville' is irresistable - it draws you in like few films do. Difficult, challenging, but brilliant film.