Gabrielle Bondi’s Top 5:
5. Deadpool
Ryan Reynolds has found the role he’s meant to play and turns what could’ve been an over-the-top vulgar superhero into someone that isn’t that annoying.
Sweet and funny, this tender romantic comedy with a wonderful performance from Sally Field makes you wonder why we don’t see her starring in more films.
Beyoncé’s film, which accompanied her new album, is a masterpiece. Full of moving imagery and striking, urgent themes, Lemonade captivates, provokes and slays. A tribute to African American women and a ballad that details a journey from betrayal to forgiveness, Beyoncé reminds us why she’s the boldest and arguably greatest living artist.
2. Midnight Special
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I appreciate the emotional heights writer/director Jeff Nichols is willing to explore in his films. Midnight Special is no exception. Slow but ultimately rewarding, this incredibly emotional story of a father and son is one that stuck with me long after seeing it.
1. Zootopia
I didn’t expect Zootopia to top my mid-year best films list, but after consideration of all the films I saw this year, this animated gem from Disney is the most fun I had at the theater. With charismatic characters and an exciting story, Zootopia expertly weaves in social commentary, making great points and sending an inclusive message, while always have fun.
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