AFI's Top 2012 Films!

[Beast]

Originally Posted by mrpink134

Really? I loved the movie!

So did I. Well, love is a bit strong... but as I've said elsewhere. It's certainly eons better than TDK.

But that doesn't mean it didn't letdown a lot of people who actually loved those first two films.

[CZAR]

Originally Posted by AmrlKJaneway

But he did die...

I never felt any danger in TDKR, cuz I was asleep! Avengers was good, but I didn't see many films this year, especially the ones on that list, so I can't even list a top ten.

Anyway, why argue? Someone's list... wow... who cares?

Haha. Got Em!!

Originally Posted by Snicket

LoL look at czar having a level 10 Internet freak out.

The people who have the strongest reaction to these lists are the people who care the most about them.

U think u know it all Mr. Dragon Tattoo shoes. I just typed a sentence or two about what I think about these movie groups that think what they say is superior to us common folks. Shouldnt u be watching Dragon for the 100 time right now? Got Em!!

Originally Posted by Cabby

I don't understand why people have to hate on one movie and think the other is flawless. They are both flawed movies and they are both very different movies. You may think it's silly but yes, Nolan did elevate the superhero genre and took it more seriously than The Avengers did. He grounded it in realism and the themes that he strung through the entire trilogy is widely admired. Nolan's ambitious attempt to make Batman more than just a comic book movie was great and out of the three movies he did a damn good job. The Dark Knight is the best comic book ever made and it was a tough act to follow but I think he did a great job. I don't think making TDKR his most ambitious work is a flaw. Sure you can point out plot holes but that's easy because there is a lot more going on in TDKR than there was in The Avengers. That doesn't make The Avengers better. It just makes it a simpler more jaunty story (and there is nothing wrong with that at all. It's just a different kind of movie).

But I don't feel like continuing this on. I just figured I'd make my last pitch about why I prefer The Dark Knight Rises. It's not how I think everyone else should feel. It's just how I feel. I respect your opinion and I hope you respect mine.

Actually The Avengers is the best comic book movie ever made. TDK is probably top 10 though. Got Em!!

[Pounder]

Lol at the marvel fanboys all butthurt on the first page. Both the dark knight rises and the avengers on are my personal top 10 for the year. In my opinion Lincoln doesn't belong there.

[CZAR]

Originally Posted by Adam Sandlers Doom

King Kong is a horror film. I guess you are free to consider it whatever you want, but the IDMB, this site, and the back of it's box all consider it horror.

If you think the things that happen in The Dark Knight Rises are realistic or "could actually happen" then I really have nothing to say.

I never said horror films get the respect they're due, I said that you overstated your point when you claimed none are respected. And why does it matter? What effect do you tangibly feel when Halloween isn't on the AFI's list? I love that movie more than my wife and life itself*, and you don't see me in a corner slashing my wrists. Just read one of these lists instead if it means that much to you:

http://www.timeout.com/london/featur...t-horror-films

http://www.flickchart.com/Charts.aspx?genre=Horror

http://www.filmsite.org/horrorfilms5.html

http://www.rottentomatoes.com/top/be...s/?category=10

http://deadteenagermovies.blogspot.c...er-movies.html

I think you'll like that last one, becuaes I know you're a Scream fan, and it does quite well. Although, most of those do mention King Kong so maybe they won't work for you.

Also, speaking as a horror fan, I would say that in my opinion The Cabin In The Woods is far from one of the best films of the year.

* Not really.



Oh, and as it relates to the other discussion happening, The Avengers and The Dark Knight Rises are both mediocre films. Got Em!!

Well just to be clear the only King Kong film that I have seen was the 2005 version and to me its not horror. I may have seen the original film when I was little but dont remember it much. Maybe the 2 films are different I dont know. If u consider the remake a horror film the I dont know what to tell u. Also I said Nolan tried to make TDKR a realistic drama. I never said I believed those things could happen. Also Scream is a great film but I like many other horror films better. I really dont care about those list but I hate when people act like those list mean anything and post them like its a correct list so I give my input. So u can name 10 films from this year that are better than TCITW? Please do. Got Em!!

[bootsy]

Originally Posted by BJKH

No Marvel's The Avengers? These guys just lost a lot of credibility from me.

I almost wanted to put the laugh emoticon instead. I liked The Avengers but man you people put that movie is what it is a comic book movie with outrageous action. It's not even close to a movie that belongs on a list like this.

[Hawkguy]

Originally Posted by bootsy

I almost wanted to put the laugh emoticon instead. I liked The Avengers but man you people put that movie is what it is a comic book movie with outrageous action. It's not even close to a movie that belongs on a list like this.

I think it deserves more credit than that.

[Abdrewes]

Originally Posted by CZAR

Well just to be clear the only King Kong film that I have seen was the 2005 version and to me its not horror. I may have seen the original film when I was little but dont remember it much. Maybe the 2 films are different I dont know. If u consider the remake a horror film the I dont know what to tell u. Also I said Nolan tried to make TDKR a realistic drama. I never said I believed those things could happen. Also Scream is a great film but I like many other horror films better. I really dont care about those list but I hate when people act like those list mean anything and post them like its a correct list so I give my input. So u can name 10 films from this year that are better than TCITW? Please do. Got Em!!

Django Unchained
Zero Dark Thirty
Cloud Atlas
The Master
Argo
Skyfall
Searching for Sugar Man
The Secret World of Arrietty
Prometheus
Beasts of the Southern Wild

[frogmort]

This is the most entertaining thread I've read all day, and most of what is mentioned has very little to do with the AFI top films.

I personally really like TDKR and The Avengers, and I think horror movies are the best!

[bootsy]

Originally Posted by CoopFilm

I think it deserves more credit than that.

And I just gave it the credit it DESERVES. YOU give it more credit than it deserves if YOU want.

[CZAR]

Originally Posted by bootsy

I almost wanted to put the laugh emoticon instead. I liked The Avengers but man you people put that movie is what it is a comic book movie with outrageous action. It's not even close to a movie that belongs on a list like this.

So because of the "type" of film it is, thats why it doesnt belong on the list? U are no different than these AFI folks. Thats what they think about horror films as most of these snobby critics and movie groups. If its horror then dont matter how good it is, it doesnt belong on a best list. Silly reason if u ask me. A god movie is a good movie no matter what genre. Got Em!!

Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Django Unchained
Zero Dark Thirty
Cloud Atlas
The Master
Argo
Skyfall
Searching for Sugar Man
The Secret World of Arrietty
Prometheus
Beasts of the Southern Wild

Havnt seen all of those but atleast u gave it a go. Im sure I will like DU & Argo though. Maybe will even like Prometheus. I still when my list is all said and done, the Avengers will still be at the top. Got Em!!

[vader4]

Originally Posted by pgestradasp1

Lol at the marvel fanboys all butthurt on the first page. Both the dark knight rises and the avengers on are my personal top 10 for the year. In my opinion Lincoln doesn't belong there.

I would agree that Lincoln is pretty overrated. I thought it dragged on at times and although Daniel Day Lewis was a great Lincoln he never had a moment that really "wowed" me so it's good to know I'm not alone there.



The thing to remember is that this is a list based on opinions. Opinions of people other than ourselves. If you feel like you need a list that reflects your year with movies make a top ten, I know I am.

Here is my opinion on the tops though...

Argo- Good, but overrated. Just seemed like a nice thrill ride to me, nothing really great.
Beasts of the Southern Wild- Really loved this!
The Dark Knight Rises- Good, but I still have a bit of a problem with the ending that I can't really put my finger on.
Django Unchained- Looks great, but I haven't it seen yet.
Les Miserables- Looks great, but I haven't it seen yet.
Life of Pi- Great Movie!
Lincoln- See above.
Moonrise Kingdom- #4 on my top 10 for this year!
Silver Linings Playbook- My theater isn't playing it so it's a pain trying to see it.
Zero Dark Thirty- Looks Great, Can't Wait!

[octagon]

Originally Posted by CZAR

Well just to be clear the only King Kong film that I have seen was the 2005 version and to me its not horror. I may have seen the original film when I was little but dont remember it much. Maybe the 2 films are different I dont know.

The AFI has some nerve thinking it knows more about movies than the general public does.

[006]

Good list, I haven't seen a few of those but it looks pretty in sync with what the critics and audiences mostly thought.

I love how AFI is just BS now since they placed TDKR as one of the top films of the year... typical.

Lol CZAR cool it its only a list.

[CZAR]

Originally Posted by octagon

The AFI has some nerve thinking it knows more about movies than the general public does.

Right! Like their eyes are better than ours. Got Em!!

Originally Posted by 006

Good list, I haven't seen a few of those but it looks pretty in sync with what the critics and audiences mostly thought.

I love how AFI is just BS now since they placed TDKR as one of the top films of the year... typical.

Lol CZAR cool it its only a list.

Im cool man. Its just the internet and a post. Dont look into it more than that. Also I disagree with u because the "audience" loved The Avengers across the board. Got Em!!

[Snicket]

Originally Posted by CZAR

Right! Like their eyes are better than ours. Got

Is that a claim that was ever made by them?

The list is not "What AFI assumes the common people enjoyed most this year." You can't make a big fuss about your own right to an opinion while disregarding others equal right to it.

[CZAR]

Originally Posted by Snicket

Is that a claim that was ever made by them?

The list is not "What AFI assumes the common people enjoyed most this year." You can't make a big fuss about your own right to an opinion while disregarding others equal right to it.

Actually it was a sarcastic reply to what I thought was a sarcastic post. Got Em!!

[pagemaster]

Originally Posted by vader4

Shocked The Master isn't here, but I don't really care

I'm a bit shocked as well.

[Snicket]

Originally Posted by CZAR

**** AFI! They arent anything special and their opinions arent any better than the rest of us. Its still funny how all these movie clubs or groups continue to ignore horror/comic book films. Yes they listed TDKR but we all know why so they made an exception there. They can kiss my azz. Got Em!!

Originally Posted by CZAR

Actually it was a sarcastic reply to what I thought was a sarcastic post. Got Em!!

Sure.

[CZAR]

Originally Posted by Snicket

Sure.

Dude I was referring to the post that u quoted daaaaah. Got Em!!

[pagemaster]

Originally Posted by stvn1974

I will be the first to post that TDKR doesn't belong on that list.

I do not agree. Tdkr is a very good movie.