Favorite Movies of 2016
now with 2016 over, I'm trying to update the list with the year's releases that I've seen and liked.
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- DirectorJon FavreauStarsNeel SethiBill MurrayBen KingsleyAfter a threat from the tiger Shere Khan forces him to flee the jungle, a man-cub named Mowgli embarks on a journey of self discovery with the help of panther Bagheera and free-spirited bear Baloo.Director Jon Favreau delivered an excellent new adaptation of this Disney classic
- DirectorTom FordStarsAmy AdamsJake GyllenhaalMichael ShannonA wealthy art gallery owner is haunted by her ex-husband's novel, a violent thriller she interprets as a symbolic revenge tale.Tom Ford delivers the chills and suspense needed in this psychological thriller with fabulous work by Jake Gyllenhaal in dual roles, Amy Adams as the tormented ex-wife and Michael Shannon as the lawman involved in the titular story.
- DirectorAndrew StantonAngus MacLaneStarsEllen DeGeneresAlbert BrooksEd O'NeillFriendly but forgetful blue tang Dory begins a search for her long-lost parents and everyone learns a few things about the real meaning of family along the way.Pixar delivers a solid sequel that manages to deliver laughs and has a fun cast of characters but doesn't beat its predecessor's magic
- DirectorPaul GreengrassStarsMatt DamonTommy Lee JonesAlicia VikanderThe CIA's most dangerous former operative is drawn out of hiding to uncover more explosive truths about his past.Matt Damon's long-awaited return to the action franchise he starred in for three previous films was a little disappointing but did have good action
- DirectorEwan McGregorStarsEwan McGregorJennifer ConnellyDakota FanningAn All-American college star and his beauty queen wife watch their seemingly perfect life fall apart as their daughter joins the turmoil of '60s America.Not a wonderful film, but a poignant tale of a couple forced to confront the threat of homegrown terrorism when their daughter is accused of being part of a radical group. Ewan McGregor and Jennifer Connelly are solid as the parents and Dakota Fanning demonstrates mature acting chops as the rebellious daughter.
- DirectorGarth JenningsChristophe LourdeletStarsMatthew McConaugheyReese WitherspoonSeth MacFarlaneIn a city of humanoid animals, a hustling theater impresario's attempt to save his theater with a singing competition becomes grander than he anticipates even as its finalists find that their lives will never be the same.Hilariously fun and heartwarming with catchy pop, rock and gospel songs abound this musical comedy
- DirectorTravis KnightStarsCharlize TheronArt ParkinsonMatthew McConaugheyA young boy named Kubo must locate a magical suit of armour worn by his late father in order to defeat a vengeful spirit from the past.Laika Studios outdid themselves with this gut-wrenching tale, abundant with rich characters, a touching story and beautiful visuals