Alright. As I get to the final four I know some will disagree. "This is your final four? Really?!" Yes it is. I have recommended these films to friends and I find you love it or you just don't get it. No in between. That is okay. However trust me...all four of these films took chances and have soooo much heart. Please look for them and take a watch.
4
ANORA
Directed and Written by Sean Baker
Anora (Mikey Madison), a young sex worker from Brooklyn, impulsively marries a son, Ivan ( Mark Eydelshteyn), of an oligarch. Once this news reached Russia, her fairytale starts to crumble as the parents to get the marriage annulled.
Oh my...this Oscar nominated film I have seen twice. It has two different themes. The first half is a sexy, comedy, love story sort of. The second half is very tense and dark, as Anora fights for the relationship, which may have been just a fairytale that has hit midnight.
This works because of the outstanding performance from Mikey Madison. She is fantastic in the funny/love story; and the switch to a more dark 2nd half. That ending...oh my, you want to hug her. She just did not understand what she got herself into.
Then there is a fantastic quiet performance by Yori Borisov as Igor, the muscle or messenger, or...I don't know what his job is. There is a reason why he got an Oscar nomination. He says so much by just his expressions. We love him and Anora can't see what he offers.
A wonderful surprise. Such a fun film that also brings a lot of anxiety.
My number 4 film of 2024..Anora. This is available to stream.
3
YOUNG WOMAN AND THE SEA
Directed by Joachim Ronning
Screenplay by Jeff Nathanson and Glenn Stout
Another "Based on a true story".
This is the story of Trudy Ederle,who, in 1926, attempted to swim across the English channel.
Highlighted by a fantastic performance by Daisy Ridley.
Loved how the film not only covers her attempt but also time and place. How dare a woman even swim in a pool with men!!?? Time and place is so important here, and Ronning does an excellent job covering the look and feel in this film.
This is a wonderful story that should be seen. I did my homework here, I find that Disney kept this film pretty much true to life only messing with time not story.
I think it is a fun and interesting watch. I have watched it a couple times and it does not lose its luster and tension and excitement even on the second watch. It is that good.
My number 3 film of 2024 ...Young Women And The Sea ...it is available on Disney +
2
MY OLD ASS
Directed by Megan Park and also written by Megan Park
A mushroom trip during a night camp out with friends brings Elliot (Maisy Stella) face to face with her older self (Aubrey Plaza).When her "old Ass" delivers some warnings, and some advice to her younger self, she has to rethink everything about her life and family. And...who is Chad.
An outstanding script by Park, bringing laughter and tears and love (One misstep Justin Bieber ugh cut that scene you could have been my number 1!).
A spot on perfect performance by Maisy Stella. She just picked up the award for best newcomer performance of the year. Well deserved.
Aubrey Plaza...what can I say. She was in the film for maybe 10 minutes and stole every scene she was in! She should have gotten a Best Supporting Actress Nomination for this role. Sadly you will find out...for Audrey life imitates art sadly.
Then there is Percy Hynes Whitemas Chad. Oh how we love Chad. But...why stay away...???
Then throw in a really quiet lovely performance by Maria Dizzia who plays Elliot's mom, with pin point perfection!!
SEE THIS MOVIE AND KEEP TISSUES FOR THE END!!
My number 2 film of the year is MY OLD ASS
This film is available on Prime.
So now it is down to 1..
From the shadows as always thanks for your time.
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