BLACK GOLD

[fivebyfive]

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As the Oscars approach, so does my annual Top 10 list. Visit my column to be enlightened....

(TOP 10)

As always, comments are welcome, whether you agree, disagree, or just think Daniel Craig is hot.

Comments

[joekest]

While being very pleased with your top ten list, I was also mildly surprised. From an earlier comment you had made, I was expecting the list to contain some fairly obscure or lesser-known films. While several of these have probably done modest box office business, at least I have heard of them all. :)

I was glad to see Casino Royale and The Departed included on your list. It goes to show that big-budget films can still deliver quality. I was a bit surprised by just how much I enjoyed both of them. (although I will never again be able to sit in a chair with a wicker seat without wincing just a bit).

I consider myself extremely fortunate in having been able to see Half Nelson. I find Ryan Gosling to be a really talented actor, and have been quite impressed with many of his performances. Who knew that someone starting out in Young Hercules had such depth? (and yes, I'm a little embarassed to admit I even know that syndicated series existed)

I have to be honest and say that I have somewhat avoided United 93 thus far. I am a little

[czjtrojan]

I'm not sure where you're from, but you should try to catch a film at the Arclight, either in one of its main theatres or in the Cineramadome, depending what is playing. The money is steep but the experience is a gem. Also, on Friday and Saturday nights they have 21-and-over screenings complete with fully-stocked bar, which can improve even the lousiest film. Grauman's Chinese is also fun but if you can only pick one, do the Arclight (off Sunset and Vine in Hollywood).

[joekest]

Thanks for the suggestion. I appreciate it.

[czjtrojan]

The films may not have been saccharine, but I sure could feel the syrup dripping off that last pick...haha but seriously, nice work, even though I've seen all of zero of those.