Better Than: Any of the Bourne movies or The Professional.
On the Same Playing Field as: Three Days of the Condor or The Conversation.
Commentary: This movie immediately feels like a classic. Beautifully acted, well-written, and visually intriguing. Also, it is worth mentioning that George Clooney is the only man alive who can pull off a butterfly back tattoo and retain his masculinity.
Better Than: Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist, Hot Fuzz
Just as Funny as: Shaun of the Dead
Commentary: Easily the most entertaining and fun movie I have seen all year. It is irreverant, silly, and hilarious while maintaining a solid fast pacing that never leaves you checking your watch.
Better than: Cop Out, Step Brothers, Land of the Lost. and Semi-Pro
Worse than: Anchorman, Talladega Nights
Commentary: Extremely funny in its absurdity. The most original comic character Will Ferrell has played since his consistent variations of Ricky Bobby. A return to form.
Better Than: Marmaduke, the first Cats and Dogs
Worse than: How to Train Your Dragon, Despicable Me
Commentary: Very funny, entertaining, and sweet – I must give this movie credit for not resorting to any poop or fart jokes. Also, as a bonus, there is a new original Wile E. Coyote short cartoon attached!
Better than: The Prestige, Momento, Batman Begins, or Insomnia.
Slightly Less than or Equal to: The Dark Knight (I may be biased, as I am a huge comic book movie fan)
Commentary: Fresh and original, this movie succeeds in engaging the viewer in such a way that you can’t help but truly experience it. A truly breathtaking movie. DO NOT MISS THIS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES!
