Tyler Christian’s Top 10 Movies of 2016
2016 started off as a rather lackluster year for cinema. Numerous blockbusters produced rather disappointing final cuts, and there was an overabundance of needless sequels (Independence Day: Resurgence, Neighbors 2, Zoolander 2, etc.). However once the fall slate of releases arrived, in addition to catching up on numerous features from earlier months, I gradually grew enough confidence to proclaim 2016 as a uniquely great year for movies. A24 proved yet again why they’re the premier independent film studio for exciting auteurs to break out into larger audiences. Also, it should not be forgotten that the documentary genre enjoyed one of its finest years in terms of informative, diverse content. More than anything else, the year was highlighted by providing memorable movies across an extensive array of genres, which is ultimately shown in my list below. Enjoy!
Honorable Mentions: Sing Street, The Edge of Seventeen, De Palma, Zootopia, Arrival
- Silence
- OJ: Made in America
- Moonlight
- The Witch
- La La Land
- The Handmaiden
- The Lobster
- Manchester by the Sea
- Nocturnal Animals
- Green Room
*Still need to see: 20th Century Women, American Honey, Elle, Jackie, and Paterson
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