2009: Top Ten Films

Notable Mention: Coco Before Chanel. Brilliant Film. Probably, in cinematic terms, a lot better than most of the films in this list to be honest.

10. Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen
I love action movies. The acting is a little ropey. It probably took Megan Fox all of half an hour to learn her lines ("SAM!"). The action is a little chaotic. The story doesn't make a whole lot of sense. But it's bloody good fun!



9. 17 Again
Just for Zac Efron. Yes, I am shallow.



8. X-Men Origins: Wolverine
If you are a fan of high quality cinema, this is probably not the film for you. If you are a fan of iconic scenes, Hugh Jackman and will watch any film with a trailer featuring the words "Ryan Reynolds" then this is an enjoyable way to spend a couple of hours.



7. Funny People
I would quite happily watch Eric Bana's scenes on repeat really. It makes a change to see him using his natural accent, and he a quite surprising sense of comic timing.



6. Taken
Liam Neeson is awesome in this film. But you already know I think that. Maggie Grace's teenage character is a little odd though.



5. New Moon
Pretty much for Taylor Lautner. Loses marks for Robert Pattinson. More werewolf action please!



4. Away We Go
I love sweet, quirky romantic films, and that is pretty much what this film is. It may just be second best ensemble of the year. More people really should see this film.



3. Up
Such a beautiful film. Sounds cliche, but it will make you laugh and cry. On paper it may sound like a crazy idea for an animation movie, but on screen it holds you full attention for the entire running time.



2. Star Trek
I was so excited about this, I went to see it at midnight (and a second time a week later). And it did not disappoint in anyway. I enjoyed it so much I went to see it twice. Except for Eric Bana's villain not being particularly villainous. Humour, action, romance, special effects, Chris Pine AND Zachary Quinto. What more could you need from a film really?



1. The Hangover
The funniest film I have seen this year by a long way. Unpredictable in every sense. Laughed out loud a hell of a lot. The cast have impeccable comic timing. It's kinda sad when the film ends. Very excited about the forthcoming sequel. I have high hopes!