(Working On A Title) Wednesday – My Top 5 (Thus Far) of 2015
A couple BingeCasts ago the guys mentioned a few flicks that are still in their Top 10 for the year (1 and 2 actually) and it got me thinking. What are mine? Have I even seen 5 movies worth the honor of being in my Top list? Well it looks like yes. Below you will find them, in order. Of course things will change once the Fall/Winter season flicks start rolling out (Star Wars or Hateful 8 anyone?) but that’s then and this is now. Enjoy.
#5 – Dope
I’m a sucker for the fly under the radar flicks, especially those with very few, if any A-list names that both entertains and gives a bit of social commentary. While they could have worked the ending a bit differently it doesn’t take away from the truth being told here. While you may not like it as much as I, you should find it pretty entertaining.
#4 – Straight Outta Compton
I don’t think we really could have gotten a better biopic about one of, if not the, most important rap groups of all time, N.W.A. A history lesson not only of how they came up but also why. An important film that is/was highly supported by a very loyal fan base but really needs to be seen by everyone. It may actually open the eyes of those who have so much blind hate in this world.
#3 Kingsman: The Secret Service
This one right here is just pure entertainment through and through and has one of the best “single cut” action sequences I have ever seen. If you still haven’t seen this little gem from way back in February what the fuck are you waiting for?
#2 – Ex Machina
Over the years I have become more and more interested in Sci-Fi films, especially when it deals with the topic of Artificial Intelligence. I think most people are either going to love or hate this film. I loved every second of it.
#1 – Inside Out
Pixar. Top of their game. ‘Nuff said.
That’ll do it for this week. Feel free to spew your hatred below about me leaving off a certain flick which seems to be universally loved on this site. I can tell you right now it won’t even make my Top 10, but I will give it an honorable mention. It does deserve that. You can also follow me on Twitter @jekupka. Until next time, I leave you with this…