Rub’s 2015 recommended movie list
or how to make a useful list (or die trying)
Whether it’s a long weekend or a epic snow storm, i feel movie recommendations are almost always a welcomed addition to the weekend, so here are mine from 2015!
Couple of ground rules:
* I’m not a fan of ranked lists, it’s too hard and confusing to compare different genres and styles, so this is just a recommended list, it’s not the best, it’s not the weirdest or the most artistic, just a guide on movies that probably deserve your time, almost surely. I’d give them my time. Actually, i already did, so there’s that.
* No movie on this list will be rated on stars. I’ve only included high rated and personal favorites in this article, if you wanna see stars, go to the original reviews.
* The link to the original review is to the month/period were i originally saw and review it, I can’t link to the direct movie review because of the way medium works.
Recommended from 2015
Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) — (Original Review)
If someone had told me one of the best movies i’d see all year was basically a continuous car chase i would’ve laughed. I’m not laughing now, i’m waiting for the sequel. Anxiously.
Sicario (2015) — (Original Review)
Noir-ish military intrigue and drug wars. That should be enough, if it isn't, watch if for the BEAUTIFUL cinematography. Very well-rounded movie.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) — (Original Review)
Star wars is a universe worth getting invested in. It will bring you lots of joy in various mediums. I had to remove various star wars entries from this list to make it leaner, that should mean something.
Inside Out (2015) — (Original Review)
A very complex topic handled in a very smooth matter hidden inside a animated kids movie. Fun watch.
Ex Machina (2015) — (Original Review)
Beautiful movie with a intriguing philosophical premise, top of the year movie material.
Bridge of spies (2015) — (Original Review)
Feels like Classic cinema in 2015. Go in for the real-life spy games, stay for the good movie-making. Only feel worried if it’ll help.
The final girls (2015) — (Original Review)
Like Tucker & Dale, best to go in blind. Maybe in the mood for some nostalgia, and some horror, and some laughs.
Creed (2015) — (Original Review)
Surprisingly good boxing underdog movie. It copies a bit on a known formula, but it works very well. Also one of the best boxing matches ever recorded (imo).
Ant-Man (2015) — (Original Review)
Funny small scale heist movie, a good watch. Makes you think “superhero” movies can work in many genres.
Other recommended movies seen in 2015 (but not from it)
Predestination (2014) -(Original Review)
Birdman: Or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) -(Original Review)
Whiplash (2014) -(Original Review)
Cabin in the woods (2012) -(Original Review)
Porco Rosso (1992) -(Original Review)
Nightcrawler (2014) -(Original Review)
22 Jump Street (2014) -(Original Review)
The Raid 2 (2014) -(Original Review)
Extraterrestrial (2011) -(Original Review)
Tucker & Dale vs. Evil (2010) -(Original Review)
Smokin’ aces (2006) -(Original Review)
Spirited Away (2001) -(Original Review)
The Fifth Element (1997) -(Original Review)
John Wick (2014) -(Original Review)
Two night stand (2014) -(Original Review)
Dear White people (2014) -(Original Review)
Theory of everything (2014) -(Original Review)
Living Is Easy with Eyes Closed (2013) -(Original Review)
The Lunchbox (2013) -(Original Review)
To rome with love (2012) -(Original Review)
Kiki’s Delivery Service (1989) -(Original Review)
A Midsummer Night’s Sex Comedy (1982) -(Original Review)
Good Morning (1959) -(Original Review)
If you want even more recommends, check out my reviews from other periods:
2014, January 2015, February 2015, March 2015, April 2015, May 2015, June 2015, July 2015, August 2015, September 2015, October 2015, November 2015, December 2015.
