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this list we’re taking a look at movies
that received their US release in 2018
earning acclaim from critics and
admiration from mainstream audiences
alike
number 10 Incredibles 2 it’s time to
make some wrong things right
Pixar finally delivered the follow-up
audiences have been begging for it might
have taken 14 years to catch up with the
PAR family but Incredibles 2 picks up as
if no time has passed amidst a showdown
with the Underminer
this sets the stage for a story full of
stylish action sequences and hilarious
character moments with Elastigirl
literally getting wrapped up in a
mystery and Elastigirl is our Best Play
better than me of course the film gives
the entire Parr family time to shine
particularly little Jack Jack who’s a
riot whether battling a raccoon or
bonding with auntie Edna with
storyteller extraordinaire Brad Bird
back in action this sequel did not let
us down by any stretch of the
imagination done properly parenting is a
heroic act
done properly number nine First Reformed
I have decided to keep a journal to set
down all my thoughts and the simple
events of my day despite not having a
single Oscar nomination to his name
writer director Paul Schrader has
established himself as one of the most
uncompromising voices ever to grace the
silver screen
First Reformed is perhaps his best
outing of the 21st century exploring
timely themes regarding the environment
religion and military veteran suicide
yes Mary while we’ve seen these issues
touched upon before a film as surreal
and provocative as this only could have
come from Schrader’s perspective first
reformed functions is a fascinating
character study of Ethan Hawke’s
Reverend taller who’s either a martyr
doing God’s work or an alcoholic
eco-terrorist about to crack however you
interpret it the film will stick with
you long after the credits roll well
somebody has to do something
number 8 Paddington to weave kind and
polite the world will be right with a
98% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes
you wouldn’t think anything would be
able to top the original Paddington
against all odds though this sequel
managed to be even funnier and more
charming than its predecessor scoring an
elusive 100 percent on Rotten Tomatoes
in a plot involving stolen pop-up books
and prison breaks Paddington – serves up
a visually stunning family-friendly romp
that you’ll want to eat up like a
marmalade sandwich what is this it’s a
marmalade sandwich one could even argue
that the film offers relevant commentary
on immigration as Paddington fights
against persecution and tries to
reconnect with his Aunt Lucy speaking of
which if the ending of this movie
doesn’t melt your heart nothing we’ll
need i say more
number 7 won’t you be my neighbor
[Music]
if you grew up watching mr. Rogers
neighborhood you will certainly have a
strong connection to this documentary of
course even if the show wasn’t a staple
of your childhood you might be surprised
to learn just how influential Fred
Rogers was in addition to lessons on
friendship and art rogers was not afraid
to tackle topics like depression
persecution and death I’ve always felt
that I didn’t need to put on a funny hat
or jump through the hoop to have a
relationship with the child in addition
to younger audiences
Rogers sincerity and reasoning could
even resonate with adults most notably
during a US Senate meeting regarding
government funding for PBS while the
film doesn’t shy away from Rogers
imperfections it’s ultimately a
celebration of his life that reminds us
that anyone can make a difference by
simply being neighborly it’s an
invitation for somebody to be close to
you
number 6 annihilation these aren’t
decisions they’re their impulses
following ex machina writer director
Alex Garland keeps up the momentum with
another instant sci-fi classic that’s
larger in scale but equally
thought-provoking and intense centered
on a group of female scientists who
venture into a mysterious disaster zone
annihilation assembles an all-star cast
that includes Natalie Portman Gina
Rodriguez and Tessa Thompson the real
star of the movie though is its haunting
environment which is alluring and
menacing all at once just as the setting
has numerous different layers to it the
story is a monster movie and
psychological thriller rolled into one
even when treading on somewhat familiar
territory annihilation stands out as a
singular masterpiece that’ll be talked
about for years to come it’s like
they’re stuck in a continuous rotation
number 5 Avengers infinity war who are
you Ruthy Avenger again it’s debatable
what the absolute best MCU movie is but
Avengers infinity war fulfilled its
promise of being Marvel’s biggest
achievement to date Josh Brolin did not
disappoint with Bannos his long-awaited
arrival either delivering an
intimidating and complex portrayal of a
warlord whose power is only matched by
half of humanity will still exist along
the way the film successfully
incorporates almost all of our favorite
heroes without feeling bloated everybody
works off one another to perfection here
reminding us just how attached we’ve
become to these characters over the past
decade
I’m Peter by the way dr. strange Oh
using your made-up names then I am
spider-man if you had difficulty
collecting yourself as the credits
rolled on the shocking ending you were
probably grateful ant-man and the wasp
came along to lighten the mood
you gave her wings and blasters number
four a quiet place it’s interesting to
think how some of today’s most ambitious
horror movies are coming from artists
primarily known for their comedic
backgrounds with get out Jordan Peele
went from MADtv to modern Hitchcock
similarly a quiet place sees writer
director and star John Krasinski shed
his Jim Halpert persona to deliver a
tense creative and emotional thriller
working alongside his real-life wife
Emily Blunt
Krasinski plays a father determined to
keep his family safe during an alien
invasion where even the slightest sound
can mean certain doom the film is
naturally light on dialogue but heavy on
atmosphere drama and terror submerging
the audience in a constant state of
caution it is definitely worth making
number three you were never really here
with echos of taxi driver and drive you
were never really here centers on a
deeply disturbed man who says little but
speaks volumes through his actions alone
that’s always been a strength of writer
director Lynn Ramsay who relies on
harrowing imagery and carefully crafted
sound design to get her stories across
seas are there Oh cooter Ramsey turns in
a tightly plotted narrative about a
hired gun sworn to rescue the abducted
daughter of a senator Mathers turn out
to be more complicated than they seem
however as our suicidal protagonist is
given a reason not to give up on life
unsettling while also being unusually
hopeful this is a dreamlike experience
carried by a stellar performance from
Joaquin Phoenix Cleary said you were
brutal in the candy number two
Black Panther race infinity war may have
been more epic in size but Black Panther
was the more personal MCU movie arguably
leaving a greater impact director Ryan
Coogler ingeniously brings Wakanda out
of the comics and on to the silver
screen creating a culture that feels
surprisingly real likewise the film
flawlessly integrates identifiable
themes that ring true in today’s
political and social climates at the
center of everything is a rousing
rivalry between our hero and villain who
would be so alike if it weren’t for
their contrasting methods and ideologies
throw in a winning supporting cast
detailed production values and inventive
action and you have a universal
crowd-pleaser that proves marvel fatigue
will not be setting in anytime soon
before we unveil our number one pick
here are some honorable mentions I don’t
think I can stomach any more of this
garbage exact same here words out of my
mouth
who’s this that’s Apollo wow that’s
amazing
number one hereditary it’s heartening to
see so many strange new faces here today
I know my mom would be very touched
earning comparisons to Rosemary’s Baby
and The Exorcist
few modern films have chilled audiences
to the core quite like hereditary toni
collette gives an Oscar caliber
performance as a grieving mother who’s
either losing her mind or becoming
surrounded by madness millie shapiro is
equally exceptional as a troubled 13
year old girl who will make your heart
race with a click of her tongue where so
many horror films rely on jump scares
director ari astor demonstrates the
power of slowly creeping up on the
audience that’s not to say hereditary
isn’t without graphic imagery and while
the film may not be for the faint of
heart it succeeds in getting under your
skin and into your head I just don’t
want to put any more stress on my family
do you agree with our picks check out
these other great clips from WatchMojo
and be sure to subscribe and ring the
bell to be notified about our latest videos
watchmojo.com and today we’re counting
down our picks for the top 10 best
movies of the year so far
before we begin we publish new content
every day so be sure to subscribe to our
Channel and ring the bell to get
notified about our latest videos for
this list we’re taking a look at movies
that received their US release in 2018
earning acclaim from critics and
admiration from mainstream audiences
alike
number 10 Incredibles 2 it’s time to
make some wrong things right
Pixar finally delivered the follow-up
audiences have been begging for it might
have taken 14 years to catch up with the
PAR family but Incredibles 2 picks up as
if no time has passed amidst a showdown
with the Underminer
this sets the stage for a story full of
stylish action sequences and hilarious
character moments with Elastigirl
literally getting wrapped up in a
mystery and Elastigirl is our Best Play
better than me of course the film gives
the entire Parr family time to shine
particularly little Jack Jack who’s a
riot whether battling a raccoon or
bonding with auntie Edna with
storyteller extraordinaire Brad Bird
back in action this sequel did not let
us down by any stretch of the
imagination done properly parenting is a
heroic act
done properly number nine First Reformed
I have decided to keep a journal to set
down all my thoughts and the simple
events of my day despite not having a
single Oscar nomination to his name
writer director Paul Schrader has
established himself as one of the most
uncompromising voices ever to grace the
silver screen
First Reformed is perhaps his best
outing of the 21st century exploring
timely themes regarding the environment
religion and military veteran suicide
yes Mary while we’ve seen these issues
touched upon before a film as surreal
and provocative as this only could have
come from Schrader’s perspective first
reformed functions is a fascinating
character study of Ethan Hawke’s
Reverend taller who’s either a martyr
doing God’s work or an alcoholic
eco-terrorist about to crack however you
interpret it the film will stick with
you long after the credits roll well
somebody has to do something
number 8 Paddington to weave kind and
polite the world will be right with a
98% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes
you wouldn’t think anything would be
able to top the original Paddington
against all odds though this sequel
managed to be even funnier and more
charming than its predecessor scoring an
elusive 100 percent on Rotten Tomatoes
in a plot involving stolen pop-up books
and prison breaks Paddington – serves up
a visually stunning family-friendly romp
that you’ll want to eat up like a
marmalade sandwich what is this it’s a
marmalade sandwich one could even argue
that the film offers relevant commentary
on immigration as Paddington fights
against persecution and tries to
reconnect with his Aunt Lucy speaking of
which if the ending of this movie
doesn’t melt your heart nothing we’ll
need i say more
number 7 won’t you be my neighbor
[Music]
if you grew up watching mr. Rogers
neighborhood you will certainly have a
strong connection to this documentary of
course even if the show wasn’t a staple
of your childhood you might be surprised
to learn just how influential Fred
Rogers was in addition to lessons on
friendship and art rogers was not afraid
to tackle topics like depression
persecution and death I’ve always felt
that I didn’t need to put on a funny hat
or jump through the hoop to have a
relationship with the child in addition
to younger audiences
Rogers sincerity and reasoning could
even resonate with adults most notably
during a US Senate meeting regarding
government funding for PBS while the
film doesn’t shy away from Rogers
imperfections it’s ultimately a
celebration of his life that reminds us
that anyone can make a difference by
simply being neighborly it’s an
invitation for somebody to be close to
you
number 6 annihilation these aren’t
decisions they’re their impulses
following ex machina writer director
Alex Garland keeps up the momentum with
another instant sci-fi classic that’s
larger in scale but equally
thought-provoking and intense centered
on a group of female scientists who
venture into a mysterious disaster zone
annihilation assembles an all-star cast
that includes Natalie Portman Gina
Rodriguez and Tessa Thompson the real
star of the movie though is its haunting
environment which is alluring and
menacing all at once just as the setting
has numerous different layers to it the
story is a monster movie and
psychological thriller rolled into one
even when treading on somewhat familiar
territory annihilation stands out as a
singular masterpiece that’ll be talked
about for years to come it’s like
they’re stuck in a continuous rotation
number 5 Avengers infinity war who are
you Ruthy Avenger again it’s debatable
what the absolute best MCU movie is but
Avengers infinity war fulfilled its
promise of being Marvel’s biggest
achievement to date Josh Brolin did not
disappoint with Bannos his long-awaited
arrival either delivering an
intimidating and complex portrayal of a
warlord whose power is only matched by
half of humanity will still exist along
the way the film successfully
incorporates almost all of our favorite
heroes without feeling bloated everybody
works off one another to perfection here
reminding us just how attached we’ve
become to these characters over the past
decade
I’m Peter by the way dr. strange Oh
using your made-up names then I am
spider-man if you had difficulty
collecting yourself as the credits
rolled on the shocking ending you were
probably grateful ant-man and the wasp
came along to lighten the mood
you gave her wings and blasters number
four a quiet place it’s interesting to
think how some of today’s most ambitious
horror movies are coming from artists
primarily known for their comedic
backgrounds with get out Jordan Peele
went from MADtv to modern Hitchcock
similarly a quiet place sees writer
director and star John Krasinski shed
his Jim Halpert persona to deliver a
tense creative and emotional thriller
working alongside his real-life wife
Emily Blunt
Krasinski plays a father determined to
keep his family safe during an alien
invasion where even the slightest sound
can mean certain doom the film is
naturally light on dialogue but heavy on
atmosphere drama and terror submerging
the audience in a constant state of
caution it is definitely worth making
number three you were never really here
with echos of taxi driver and drive you
were never really here centers on a
deeply disturbed man who says little but
speaks volumes through his actions alone
that’s always been a strength of writer
director Lynn Ramsay who relies on
harrowing imagery and carefully crafted
sound design to get her stories across
seas are there Oh cooter Ramsey turns in
a tightly plotted narrative about a
hired gun sworn to rescue the abducted
daughter of a senator Mathers turn out
to be more complicated than they seem
however as our suicidal protagonist is
given a reason not to give up on life
unsettling while also being unusually
hopeful this is a dreamlike experience
carried by a stellar performance from
Joaquin Phoenix Cleary said you were
brutal in the candy number two
Black Panther race infinity war may have
been more epic in size but Black Panther
was the more personal MCU movie arguably
leaving a greater impact director Ryan
Coogler ingeniously brings Wakanda out
of the comics and on to the silver
screen creating a culture that feels
surprisingly real likewise the film
flawlessly integrates identifiable
themes that ring true in today’s
political and social climates at the
center of everything is a rousing
rivalry between our hero and villain who
would be so alike if it weren’t for
their contrasting methods and ideologies
throw in a winning supporting cast
detailed production values and inventive
action and you have a universal
crowd-pleaser that proves marvel fatigue
will not be setting in anytime soon
before we unveil our number one pick
here are some honorable mentions I don’t
think I can stomach any more of this
garbage exact same here words out of my
mouth
who’s this that’s Apollo wow that’s
amazing
number one hereditary it’s heartening to
see so many strange new faces here today
I know my mom would be very touched
earning comparisons to Rosemary’s Baby
and The Exorcist
few modern films have chilled audiences
to the core quite like hereditary toni
collette gives an Oscar caliber
performance as a grieving mother who’s
either losing her mind or becoming
surrounded by madness millie shapiro is
equally exceptional as a troubled 13
year old girl who will make your heart
race with a click of her tongue where so
many horror films rely on jump scares
director ari astor demonstrates the
power of slowly creeping up on the
audience that’s not to say hereditary
isn’t without graphic imagery and while
the film may not be for the faint of
heart it succeeds in getting under your
skin and into your head I just don’t
want to put any more stress on my family
do you agree with our picks check out
these other great clips from WatchMojo
and be sure to subscribe and ring the
bell to be notified about our latest videos
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