It’s
that time of year for Top 10 lists. Here are my top ten picks for movies of 2017.
(I’ve included the links to my reviews so I don’t have to repeat myself.) I also have my top ten picks for television
shows of 2017. As an added bonus, I also
decided to include my top ten songs of the year as well. Here are the lists:
TOP 10
FILMS OF 2017
1. DUNKIRK
Why: Amazing true story told
in three time frames for maximum suspense
MVP: Mr. Dawson (Mark Rylance)
- the earnest father doing what he can
Highlight: Racing
to the front of the line
2. STARS
WARS: THE LAST JEDI
Why: A fun thrill ride that
references the past but adds twists for the future
MVP: Kylo Ren (Adam Driver)
- the disgruntled Sith who makes a connection
Highlight: Chewbacca
meeting the Porgs at dinner
3. MOLLY’S
GAME
Why: An amazing story with
outstanding dialogue from Aaron Sorkin
MVP: Charlie Jaffey (Idris Elba)
- a lawyer who reluctantly stands by Molly
Highlight: Three
years of therapy in three minutes
4. THE BIG
SICK
Why: A great contemporary
romance filled with fun awkwardness
MVP: Kumail (Kumail
Nanjiani) - the endearing boyfriend/comedian
Highlight: The
9/11 inappropriate joke
5. SPIDERMAN:
HOMECOMING
Why: Apparently third times
the charm with a fun, young Peter Parker
MVP: Ned (Jacob Batalon)
- Peter’s loyal friend in ‘the chair’
Highlight: Meeting
Liz’s dad at the door
6. THOR:
RAGNAROK
Why: A great comeback film
for Thor with much needed humour and fun
MVP: Korg (Taika
Waititi) - an optimistic rock monster
Highlight: Thor’s
interactions with Doctor Strange
7. BABY
DRIVER
Why: Some great driving and
a kicking soundtrack makes for fun cinema
MVP: Buddy (Jon Hamm)
- the unassuming ultra-violent thief
Highlight: The
opening getaway scene to ‘Bellbottoms’
8. GUARDIANS
OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2
Why: A fun group of rag-tag
adventurers saving the universe
MVP: Drax (Dave
Bautista) - a destroyer who does not understand flirting
Highlight: Baby
Groot dancing through the opening title sequence
9. THE
DISASTER ARTIST
Why: A wonderful look at how
a crappy film gets made in Hollywood
MVP: Tommy Wiseau (James Franco)
- an actor with dreams of grandeur
Highlight: Shot-for-shot
re-enactments of scenes from The Room
10. GET
OUT
Why: A twisty, well-told
nightmare that address racial tensions.
MVP: Dean Armitage (Bradley
Whitford) - a white father with a secret
Highlight: The
police sirens approaching
LINK:
No link available as I watched this after it was in the theatres.
If it was a Top 15:
If it was a Top 15:
11. Darkest Hour
12. Wonder Woman 13. John Wick 2
14. Logan 15. The House
14. Logan 15. The House
TOP 10
TELEVISION SHOWS OF 2017
1. GAME OF
THRONES (HBO)
Why:
With
one more season to go, everything is falling into place
MVP:
Jamie Lannister (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau)
- the ‘good’ brother
Best Episode of 2017: The Dragon and the Wolf (S07E07)
A tense summit, a consummation, Littlefinger justice and a
broken wall.
2. BETTER
CALL SAUL (AMC)
Why:
Jimmy
is getting closer and closer to Saul every episode
MVP:
Jimmy McGill (Bob
Odernkirk) - ready to screw over an old lady
Best Episode of 2017: Chicanery (S03E05)
While Chuck tries to disbar Jimmy, the truth of his affliction
is tested in court
3. BROOKLYN
NINE-NINE (FOX)
Why:
Funniest
sitcom on television. A great cast with rapid-fire hijinks.
MVP:
Jake Peralta (Andy
Samberg) – good cop who is always up for fun
Best Episode of 2017: 99
(S05E09)
Jake tries to get Holt back to NY for an interview, after
Nakatomi Plaza
4. THIS IS
US (NBC)
Why:
Well-told
stories that will most likely bring you to tears a few times
MVP:
Toby (Chris
Sullivan) – both crazy and heartbreaking with baby
issues
Best Episode of 2017: A Father’s Advice (S02E01)
Jack & Rebecca deal with the fallout of their fight
5. LAST
WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER (HBO)
Why:
With
Trump in office, need some much needed humour & information
MVP:
John Oliver (himself)
– his comparisons are priceless
Best Episode of 2017: Trump vs Truth (S04E01)
John talks about Donald Trump’s activities since becoming
president
6. HOMELAND (SHOWTIME)
Why:
A
solid season that didn’t have Carrie off her meds
MVP:
Peter Quinn (Rupert
Friend) – the only guy who knows what’s going on
Best Episode of 2017: Casus Belli (S06E05)
Quinn is asked to take care of Franny but things heat up
outside the house
7. THE
GOOD PLACE (NBC)
Why:
A
premise that seemed restricted is now blown wide open
MVP:
Jason Mendoza (Manny
Jacinto) – dumb has never been funnier
Best Episode of 2017: Michael’s Gambit (S01E13)
A surprising twist is well-earned and changes the course of
the series
8. BROADCHURCH (BRAVO)
Why:
A
slow burn investigation that keeps you guessing to the very end
MVP:
Alec Hardy (David
Tennant) – a determined investigator with bad
habits
Best Episode of 2017: Episode 6 (S03E06)
Trish’s boss is a likely suspect as Mark rows out to sea
9. THE
GOOD DOCTOR (ABC)
Why:
Intense
medical drama mixed with autism is a powerful combination
MVP:
Shaun Murphy (Freddie
Highmore) – watching him think is awesome
Best Episode of 2017: 22 Steps (S01E07)
Shaun tries to help an autistic boy with parents who don’t
want his help
10. OZARK (NETFLIX)
Why:
Breaking Bad-ish with the
laundering of money and quick talking
MVP:
Marty Byrde (Jason
Bateman) – watching him go dark is compelling
Best Episode of 2017: Coffee, Black (S01E09)
Russ learns about Petty’s identity & tries to kill
Marty
If it was a Top 20:
11.
The
Handmaid’s Tale 12. Silicon Valley 13. Stanger Things
14.
The Crown 15. Master of None 16. Curb Your Enthusiasm
17. Agents of SHIELD 18. iZombie 19. Feud: Bette & Joan
17. Agents of SHIELD 18. iZombie 19. Feud: Bette & Joan
20. People
of Earth
TOP 10 SONGS
OF 2017
1. THE SKY
IS A NEIGHBORHOOD - Foo Fighters
Why:
A
great driving rhythm that makes your head keep beat
Favourite Lyric: Oh my dear / Heaven is a big bang now
Favourite Lyric: Oh my dear / Heaven is a big bang now
2. WAVING
THROUGH A WINDOW - Ben Platt
Why:
A
powerhouse heartbreaking performance from Dear
Evan Hanson
Favourite Lyric: It’s like I never made a sound / Will I ever make a sound?
Favourite Lyric: It’s like I never made a sound / Will I ever make a sound?
3. HIGHWAY
- Bleeker
Why:
A
great song to listen to while speeding down the freeway
Favourite Lyric: The devils in the details / Pretty little females
Favourite Lyric: The devils in the details / Pretty little females
4. FEEL IT STILL - Portugal.The Man
Why:
Fun
hip shaking song that feels like a throwback to the sixties
Favourite Lyric: Ooh woo, I’m a rebel just for kicks, now
Favourite Lyric: Ooh woo, I’m a rebel just for kicks, now
5. FIRE
ESCAPE - Andrew McMahon
Why:
A
steady beat with some great background ‘oh’s and nice full chorus
Favourite Lyric: You’re number one / You’re the reason I’m still up at dawn
Favourite Lyric: You’re number one / You’re the reason I’m still up at dawn
6. CASTLE
ON THE HILL - Ed Sheeran
Why:
A
beautiful nostalgic song that actually can get a tear in my eye
Favourite Lyric: When we did not know the answers
Favourite Lyric: When we did not know the answers
7. YOU’RE
THE BEST THING ABOUT ME - U2
Why:
The
songs makes me think about my wife and how lucky I am
Favourite Lyric: You’re the best thing about me
Favourite Lyric: You’re the best thing about me
8. LEGEND - The Score
Why:
Another
songs with a driving rhythm and some fun ‘nah, nah, nah’s
Favourite Lyric: Bang, bang / Won’t stop til we’re legends
Favourite Lyric: Bang, bang / Won’t stop til we’re legends
9. RX
(MEDICATE) - Theory of a Deadman
Why:
Talk
about a laid back song with lots of entertaining lyrics
Favourite Lyric: Got no job, mom pays my bills
Favourite Lyric: Got no job, mom pays my bills
10. WHOLE
WIDE WORLD - Cage the Elephant
Why: Reminds me of a scene in Stranger Than Fiction; great cover
Why: Reminds me of a scene in Stranger Than Fiction; great cover
Favourite Lyric: I’d go the
whole wide world just to find her
UPCOMING
REVIEWS: 2018 Previews
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