#best movie of 2023

[crazytxgradstudent]

Godzilla Minus One: Godzilla just showing up and wrecking shit.

[theantiquefairy]

My advice for april:

Go see Dungeons and Dragons.

My new favorite movie. It has the jokes. The unique creatures. The outfits.

It is..chef’s kiss.

[annoyingpinkmoon]

This is my favorite for Oscar, if Oppenheimer wins the ceremony will never be relevant to me.

POOR THINGS (2023) dir. Yorgos Lanthimos

[anxiouslittlecarrot]

I want everybody who’s calling Ken a Trophy Husband to know that he’s actually a Trophy Boyfriend, because when Ruth Handler invented Ken in the 1960s, she was adamant that he would never marry her and instead be her “handsome steady”, so that Barbie remained a figure of independence for the little girls and was never put in the position of housewife.

Her house is hers. She bought it and furnished it with money she made in her own job. In STEM, in politics, in healthcare, in fashion, in academy, in customer service. Her credit card is in her name (women in the US couldn’t have their own regardless of marital status until 1974). And it’s all pink and fashionable because femininity and badassness aren’t mutually exclusive. No matter who you are, you can be anything.

That’s why Barbie’s slogan is “you can be anything”. Teaching these ideals to little girls is why Barbie was created. Empowering women and empowering femininity is the original meaning of the Barbie doll. It’s not that you have to be all this to be a woman, but if you are all or some of this, you too are awesome.

And somehow pop culture deliberately changed that narrative. Sexualised, bimbofied, and villainised her, when she actually isn’t responsible for the impossible beauty standards — people are, she’s just a stylised, not-to-scale toy like most others.

Men are frothing because he’s just Ken and I guess they were expecting her to be just Barbie, but that’s exactly what Ken is. Canonically. A badass woman’s himbo boyfriend.

This movie has the potential to radically change the way we collectively see Barbie into what Ruth Handler originally intended, I’m so very excited

[kgdanny02]

My absolute favorite movie of 2023 and the first movie I watched in 2024, Poor Things 🩵🤍

[notlevi1999-blog]

Best movies of 2023 so far

In the cinematic realm of 2023, a rich array of treasures has unfurled, beckoning audiences on a captivating odyssey through diverse landscapes and immersing their hearts in the allure of compelling tales. This extraordinary year has been characterized by a spectrum of emotions, spanning from the spine-tingling depths of thrillers to the heartwarming peaks of comedies, ensuring resonant experiences for every discerning viewer. As we contemplate the best movies of 2023 so far, let's explore a curated selection of the finest films that have indelibly marked the collective imagination.

Tar

IMDb: 7.4 Synopsis: Lydia Tár, a globally acclaimed conductor at the zenith of her career, teeters on the edge of a monumental achievement. As she readies herself to record the symphony that will carve her legacy into history, the mounting pressure and escalating spotlight unearth dark secrets from her past, jeopardizing everything she has diligently constructed. Cast: Cate Blanchett, Noémie Merlant, Nina Hoss, Sophie Kauer, Julian Glover Director: Todd Field

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)

IMDb: 8.2 Synopsis: Miles Morales swings back into action in the highly anticipated sequel to the Academy Award-winning “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.” This time, the web-slinging hero is propelled across the expansive multiverse, encountering a team of Spider-People tasked with safeguarding its very existence. Cast: Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Brian Tyree Henry, Lauren Vélez, Jake Johnson Directors: Joaquim Dos Santos, Justin K. Thompson

Oppenheimer (2023)

IMDb: 8.4 Synopsis: Amidst World War II, brilliant physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer spearheads the Manhattan Project, a covert initiative to construct the world's first atomic bomb. As the weight of responsibility and the moral implications of his creation bear down on him, Oppenheimer grapples with the consequences of unleashing such destructive power. Cast: Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh Director: Christopher Nolan

John Wick: Chapter 4

IMDb: 7.4 Synopsis: John Wick pursues his freedom in this action-packed sequel. Confronting a new adversary with formidable alliances, the legendary assassin discovers a path to defeating the High Table. Brace yourself for breathtaking visuals, exhilarating action sequences, and Keanu Reeves at his most relentless. Cast: Keanu Reeves, Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgård, Laurence Fishburne, Ian McShane Director: Chad Stahelski

Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)

IMDb: 8.2 Synopsis: In the 1920s, the discovery of oil beneath Osage Nation land in Oklahoma triggers a wave of violence and corruption. Wealthy Osage members become targets in a series of mysterious murders, leading the fledgling FBI to launch a complex investigation. Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Lily Gladstone, Jesse Plemons, Tantoo Cardinal Director: Martin Scorsese

Return to Seoul (2023)

IMDb: 7 Synopsis: In "Return to Seoul," 25-year-old Freddie, an adoptee from France, embarks on an unexpected journey to her birth country. Seeking her roots, she uncovers unforeseen connections, buried secrets, and a redefined sense of belonging, exploring themes of adoption, self-discovery, and the enduring power of human connection. Cast: Park Ji-Min, Oh Kwang-Rok, Guka Han, Cho Soo-Hyang, Kim Sun-Young Director: Davy Chou

Anatomy of a Fall (2023)

IMDb: 7.9 Synopsis: Sandra, a celebrated writer, confronts murder accusations after her husband's shocking death. Their blind son, torn between truth and loyalty, holds the key. In a courtroom clash, lies unravel, love is tested, and facades crumble, delving into themes of betrayal, justice, and the blurred lines of truth in those we trust most. Cast: Sandra Hüller, Swann Arlaud, Milo Machado-Graner, Antoine Reinartz, Samuel Theis Director: Baltasar Kormákur

Past Lives (2023)

IMDb: 7.9 Synopsis: Nora and Hae Sung, childhood flames in Seoul, are separated by an ocean when Nora's family emigrates. Years later, fate reunites them in a different world, rekindling lost love. "Past Lives" explores second chances, choices made, and destinies forged, questioning whether one can truly escape the past. A poignant journey of memory, longing, and enduring bonds. Cast: Greta Lee, Teo Yoo, John Magaro, Christopher Abbott, Sung-Hee Lee, David Chen Director: Celine Song

[letter-22]

guys nimona is so good. its such a good movie. if you have netflix go watch nimona rn

[daenerys-stormborn]

Godzilla Minus One (2023) Directed by Takashi Yamazaki

[limefrogg]

The Barbie movie my beloved <3

[cupidsatdawn]

Everyone freaking out bc they just saw the director confess to MURDERING THE QUEEN!!

Nimona and Ballister:

[twilight-zoned-out]

The Ken dance is so magnificent because it’s reminiscent of the Golden Age of Musicals when there would just be artful dance sequences for no reason other than the director wanted to have one.

[fappellmoan]

[hazel-callahan]

"honestly, i feel like she's the underrated heartthrob of the film."   — ruby cruz on her character, hazel, sxsw 2023

[whichcouldmeanothing]

BOTTOMS (2023) dir. Emma Seligman

[k-wame]

STRANIZZA D'AMURI (FIREWORKS) dir. Beppe Fiorello Italy · Drama · Crime · LGBTQ+

[niyana-the-ambiguous-mobian]

May I have your attention, please?

Just take a look at these guys,

Love all of this to pieces.