3. The Impossible
Naomi Watts shines in a harrowing and touching human drama about a family's struggle to survive the 2004 tsunami in Southern Asia. A compelling story that only occasionally misfires, J.A. Bayona's sharp direction and visual dynamism mark him as one of today's brightest filmmakers.
2. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
Peter Jackson welcomes us back into the comfortable warmth of Middle Earth, where a new and rousing adventure trilogy awaits. The Hobbit kicks his prequel off in exciting, light-hearted fashion, Jackson's enthusiasm leaping in bounds through every frame. Visually stunning and crystal clear in 48fps, while it takes some getting used to the end result is well worth the wait, as Tolkien's magical world has never looked better.
1. Rust and Bone
Look, this film's been #1 for well over a month, and now as it expands into more theaters you've got no reason to put it off any longer. A relentless, emotional tour de force with two spectacular performances by Marion Cotillard and Matthias Schoenaerts, Rust and Bone is far and away the best movie of the year.
DVD Pick of the Week: Pitch Perfect
The best musical of the year doesn't actually have a lot of it. Pitch Perfect's boundless energy and genuine performances propel what is basically a formulaic girl power comedy. Anna Kendrick again shows she's one of the most bankable and likable talents working today as a rebellious co-ed who uses the power of her impressive and an impressive mix of mash-ups to lead an all-girl a capella group to victory.
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