I haven't had much time to go see movies recently (that's what having children does to your free time). Despite how juvenile it seems to be writing about movies, but oh well I'm just gonna put it out there. So here are my watch list of the past 20 years or so.
Gravity (2013)
The storyline is quite shallow, many scenes were unrealistic, but it's a thrill ride with gorgeous pictures. Just ignore how Sandra Bullock glided from Hubble to the ISS only with a small jetpack and half an oxygen tank. Or how she, after launching herself from a Chinese space station, conveniently plunged into a small lake in Michigan, just close enough to the shore -- as opposed to somewhere in the deep Pacific Ocean.
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Ridiculously well-made concoction of horror, tragedy, tears and comedy. This movie is all about tying up loose ends and facing your biggest fears. One of M Night Shyamalan's earlier movies turned out to be his best. Bruce Willis had hair.
School of Rock (2003)
Jack Black movies typically insult the viewers' intelligence. In this gem, not only does he successfully lead a cast of children, but he does so while respecting their talent. The end result is a children's movie that appeals to adults as well.
The Kingdom (2007)
My favorite of the "kill Arab terrorists" genre. Note the cameo by country superstar of yesteryear Tim McGraw as the grieving widower in the opening bomb attack. Also, I wish I was more like Jamie Foxx and less like William Hung.
Romeo Must Die! (2000)
Some of the most awesome people all in one movie. Jet Li as the ex-con trying to avenge his brother's death, only to find his own family responsible. Delroy Lindo as the big boss trying to fight the Chinese mafia. Anthony Anderson as a fat guy. Aaliyah as I don't remember what she's supposed to be, but who cares. I miss Aaliyah...
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