King Guide's Best Ten Films of 2012

Usually at the end of the calendar year film critics release their top ten list of the year's  best films. I would have posted my list but there were some films on to watch list that I had not gotten to. I have to admit 2012 was a great year for films. There were so many gems that came out. Now that the Oscars are about a week away here is my top ten.  

1.     Django Unchained

The highly anticipated Tarantino's revenge flick did not disappoint. It was filled with fantastic performances that were accompanied by a remarkable score. It was hilarious and horrific all at the same time. 

2.     Flight

Robert Zemeckis returns to live-action cinema with the thrilling Flight. Denzel Washington gives his finest performance to date. It is a damn shame that he remarkable performance is a bit of a whisper this award season. This compelling film will haunt you long after you finished watching it.

3.     Beasts of the Southern Wild

This tiny film that premiered at Sundance last year was a diamond in the rough. It was devastatingly beautiful.

4.     The Perks of Being a Wallflower

The second film to stomp all over my heart. Just an incredible coming of age story filled with funny and heartbreaking performances.

5.     The Avengers

Blockbusters usually skip on substance and overload on gimmicks.  The Avengers was one fun and smart hell of a ride. It put all other blockbusters to shame.

6.     21 Jump Street

The funniest film of the year was the biggest surprise for me.

7.     Silver Linings Playbook

It is not often that you find a smart romantic comedy that is well written with riveting performances.

8.     Life of Pi

The most visually striking film of the year is powered by the brilliant performance of Suraj Sharma and the wonderful direction of Ang Lee.

9.     Men in Black 3

Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine that the final saga in the Men in Black series would make my top ten list. This wonderful surprise was hilarious and heartwarming.

10.  The Cabin in the Woods

The most original film that came out last year was a true love song to horror fans worldwide.

Honorable Mention: The Dark Knight Rises, Bernie, and Looper

Movies I have yet to watch but sure I would love: Argo, Lincoln, End of  Watch, Zero Dark Thirty, The Intouchables

The Avengers

Starring: Robert Downey Jr, Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Samuel L. Jackson, Mark Ruffalo, and Tom Hiddleston
Director: Joss Whedon
Written by: Joss Whedon, Zak Penn
Rating: 5/5 Unicorns

What happens when the Avengers assemble? One hell of a ride! The ultimate popcorn movie, what going to the movies is all about and the impeccable wet dream of fanboys and fangirls across the globe. That is exactly what happens when all of our favorite superheros and S.H.I.E.L.D join forces to defend the earth from Norse God Loki( played brilliantly by Tom Hiddleston) and the Chitauri( an alien race seeking to conquer the galaxy). The Avengers is the first blockbuster of the summer and based on the audience reaction this film will not only have a huge opening weekend but will  have some mighty strong  legs.

The Avengers not only lived up to all of my expectations but absolutely smashed them. What really drives this film home is the chemistry between the actors. This chemistry between the actors gave space for excellent repartee. I loved seeing Tony Stark/Iron Man(Robert Downey Jr.) and Bruce Banner/The Hulk(Mark Ruffalo) bounding over scientific matters. I loved the bond between Agent Barton/Hawkeye(Jeremy Renner) and Agent Romanoff/ Black Widow(Scarlett Johansson). Not to mention how bad-ass they were respectively and more so when they joined forces. As expected Captain America and Iron Man got off on the wrong foot and it was pretty spectacular. It is always a joy seeing Thor(Chris Hemsworth) and Loki interact. That brotherly rivalry is one for centuries. Loki made one excellently flawed villain.  I was completely fangirling seeing all six of them( The Avengers) suit up and fight side by side during the final battle. It was beyond epic. That scene alone is worth the ticket price. The biggest surprise of the film for me is how The Hulk became my favorite character. He hands down is apart of two of the best scenes in the entire film. I will not spoil it for you but it was absolutely hilarious. Honestly, the entire film was wickedly witty.

The Avengers is not a fluffy popcorn movie. Of course there are explosions, eye candy to last a lifetime and superheroes trying to see who is the mightiest of them all but there is also substance(well executed plot) and heart. It is just flawless and perfect. Joss Whedon did us fanboys and fangirls proud. To sum it up The Avengers is an action packed joyride from start to finish.