Matti's Favorite Films of 2018

Matti's Favorite Films of 2018


10. Mission Impossible: Fallout 
Directed by Christopher McQuarrie

It's been awhile since I've really loved an action movie. I'd like to personally thank God for allowing Rebecca Ferguson to reprise her role as Ilsa Faust. 
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9. Crazy Rich Asians 
Directed by Jon M. Chu

 The cutesy, quirky, satisfyingly original romcom masterpiece I've been waiting for. It only took about a decade. 



8. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse 
Directed by Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey, & Rodney Rothman

 In a world of never ending sequels and tired reboots, this film is a breath of fresh air. So completely original, and hopefully the inspiration for future movies of its kind.
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7. Lean On Pete 
Directed by Andrew Haigh

 I saw this last spring in Florida and it just really stuck with me. One of the most underrated, real, and moving films of the year. Watch out for Charlie Plummer.
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6. Eighth Grade 
Directed by Bo Burnham

The most brutally honest depiction of junior high and what it's like to find your way at thirteen. Deserves way more Oscar recognition than it got.



5. BlacKkKlansman 
Directed by Spike Lee

 If I ever see Spike Lee in person, I will actually bow to him. Also, John David Washington and Adam Driver... call me. 



4. A Star Is Born 
Directed by Bradley Cooper

 There can be 100 people in a room, and 99 say that A Star Is Born is overrated, but all it takes is for one person to tell you that they're wrong, and it changes your whole life. 



3. Roma 
Directed by Alfonso Cuarón 

This film is so deeply personal and moving; an unabashed depiction of life and love on screen. It's one that everyone should watch. 
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2. Annihilation 
Directed by Alex Garland 

Dear Natalie Portman, I'm so sorry that nobody in the academy has TASTE. This film... THIS FILM is so good. I am speechless at the lack of recognition it has gotten, and truly believe that it's one of the best sci-fi films of the last decade. That's a hill that I'm willing to die on.



Honorable Mentions:

Hereditary 
Directed by Ari Aster

Not particularly into horror, but this film is objectively good. Toni Collette deserves all the awards, and was wrongfully snubbed for Best Actress.
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Avengers: Infinity War 
Directed by Anthony & Joe Russo

I love a good Marvel movie, okay? Sue me. It's a lovable mess.
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A Quiet Place 
Directed by John Krasinski

Is it horror? Is it sci-fi? Is it a thriller? Is it a sci-fi horror thriller? I don't know. All I do know is that it's good, and a telling example of how sometimes genres fail when it comes to categorizing films.




Sorry To Bother You 
Directed by Aneesh Chaganty

Bizzare, fun, and wildly its own. Where was the Best Screenplay or Best Adapted Screenplay nod? I'm still mad about it.
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The Kindergarten Teacher 
Directed by Sara Colangelo

A film that I don't think was talked about enough in 2018. Also... Maggie Gyllenhaal. Yeah. Just... Maggie Gyllenhaal.
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1. The Favourite 
Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos 

A film that defies description. Daringly original, deliciously detestable, and charmingly hilarious. Starring Olivia Colman, Emma Stone, Rachel Weisz, and directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. Do I really need to elaborate beyond that? 
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