The Nitty Gritty as they say:
10. The Roses
I leave it to the audience to decide if this reimagining of the 1988 dark comedy, War of the Roses, is better or worse. It does more fleshing out of how this marital relationship derails which is what intrigued me about it.
9. Companion
We start with this nugget from January 2025. Usually nothing happening cinematically at this time of the year, but this was a rare gem. A darkly comic thriller examining abusive relationships. With a twist.
8. Good Fortune
A heavenly comedy examining the differences between the haves and have nots. It does make a few political statements but doesn't get heavy handed. The comedy is genuine. Keanu Reeves' style is hilarious here.
7. Together
You probably have some inkling regarding the plot of this film from the picture above. The latest in the trend of body horror thrillers, Together gives you the rundown of what could happen if you and your mate are a little too close. The lead up to the final reveal will give you great anxiety.
6. Zootopia 2
Disney takes quite a few arrows over a great many things. This sequel should never be one of them. Just as wondrous as the first film taking us into the politics and mystery of this fictional animal world. Yes, there is surprising subversiveness to these two films. But also a great deal of comic relief to temper the heaviness.
5. Thunderbolts*
Say what you will about the MCU right now. Call me an MCU mark if you must. But I loved watching this group of misfits on the big screen. Yeah, I know. The MCU has kind of done Taskmaster wrong. However, I liked how the conflict in this one was resolved in a non-traditional superhero way. Namely, they didn't punch their way out of it. And I loved that the asterisk meant something.
4. Fantastic Four: First Steps
We finally got a real Galactus. 'Nuff said. And I didn't hate mustached Reed Richards. Bonus
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