Allyson Johnson’s Top 5 Summer Movies
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Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation – My poor lone blockbuster. I love these films, I genuinely do. I think they’re fun, offer plenty of spectacle and they give us a leading action hero who never seems to give less just because it’s an action film role. The increased screen time for Simon Pegg’s Benji (a surprise heart of the film), great comedic chemistry between Pegg and Cruise, a three act structure that never loses it’s momentum, and a terrific showcase for Rebecca Ferguson makes this not only one of my favorite films of summer 2015, but my favorite Mission Impossible installment to date.
Advantageous – I’ve been particularly vocal about just how evocative I found this film to be. Directed by Jennifer Phang the film is haunting and beautiful and showcases why female directors should be given the reigns to genre films more often.
Me and Earl and the Dying Girl – I knew I was going to like this film from the trailer as it had the kind of aesthetic and coming of age narrative that I’m a sucker for. My expectations for the film were matched and surpassed with this genuinely funny and moving film.
Queen of Earth – Alex Ross Perry’s newest film made me jump. I can’t say I’m usually one for psycho dramas with horror elements, but Queen of Earth is so riveting and expertly shot, with oodles of atmosphere that I didn’t mind being stressed out about for 90 minutes
Mistress America – My favorite Noah Baumbach movie to date, Mistress America is charming, self-effacing and has one of the best scores of the year so far. Greta Gerwig delivers a complex and hilarious performance, proving that her collaborations with Baumbach are paying off. Also, this and Queen of Earth would be a killer double feature.
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