1. The Wind That Shakes the Barley
A MAGNIFICENT tale about the Irish Republic Army and their struggle against British tyranny after the First World War. It is a plain-spoken film of true grit that tells the dishonorable heartbreak of war like it is. A gem of pure cinematic art.
2. Once
It's a blend of great music and acting - he on guitar, her on piano, and both in vocal harmony. It's also a scruffy cinematic sleeper with which anyone's liable to fall in love.
3. No Country for Old Men
It's grim, unforgiving and probably unforgettable. The story of a man who aquires drug money and is hunted by a homicidal maniac.
4. The Savages
It is the very particular humanity of the characters involved that makes it a successful and unique work of art.
5. The Namesake
An ambitious exploration of an Indian immigrants struggle to find his identity.
6. I'm Not There
A wonderful account of Bob Dylan and his numerous personas.
7. Charlie Wilson's War
Charlie Wilson's War is a witty parable of American politics and the Cold War.
8. Kite Runner
A sweet and masterful story of friendship and loyalty in Afghanistan.
9. Paris, Je T'aime
A sad, up-lifting, and funny mix of short films about the city of lights Paris.
10. Atonement
A heart-breaking epic about love, war, and mistaken identity.
A heart-breaking epic about love, war, and mistaken identity.
