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Top 15 Films of 2006
Children Of Men (2-disc Special Edition) [DVD] [2006]Children Of Men (2-disc Special Edition) [DVD] [2006]
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One of the most brilliant visions of the future I've ever seen with genius camera work and a great soundtrack to boot. Even the small details are spot on.
Pan's Labyrinth (2 Disc Set) [2006] [DVD]Pan's Labyrinth (2 Disc Set) [2006] [DVD]
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The best foreign film of last year despite what the Academy says. This movie is terrifying, thrilling, and tragic all at the same time.
Little Miss Sunshine [DVD] [2006]Little Miss Sunshine [DVD] [2006]
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A hillarious depiction of a family thrown together that still rings true after continued viewings. The great cast sure doesn't hurt.
Stranger Than Fiction [DVD] [2006] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC]Stranger Than Fiction [DVD] [2006] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC]
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A quirky delight that was unfairly passed over this year, this film proves Will Ferrel can act.
Volver (Almodovar) [DVD] [2006]Volver (Almodovar) [DVD] [2006]
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A stylish, fun, exciting movie about family relationships and second chances.
The Proposition [DVD] [2006]The Proposition [DVD] [2006]
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A classic modern day Western that gets nearly everything right. It is chock full of imagery and metaphor.
The Lives of Others [DVD] [2007]The Lives of Others [DVD] [2007]
Thought not the BEST foreign film this year, it is certainly a worth while film of intensity and drama that cause you to stay on the edge of your seat for almost the whole time.
Babel (2 Disc Collector's Edition) [DVD] [2006]Babel (2 Disc Collector's Edition) [DVD] [2006]
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A dramatic and touching picture of the way tragedy touches lives seen across national and language boundaries.
The Queen [DVD] [2006]The Queen [DVD] [2006]
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A suprisingly witty film that features one of the most acclaimed performances ever. A true delight to watch even if little action occurs on screen.
The Departed (2006) [DVD]The Departed (2006) [DVD]
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Martin Scorcese's return to form is a crowd pleasing spectacle that delivers all you would expect and more.
Half Nelson [DVD] [2007] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC]Half Nelson [DVD] [2007] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC]
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A small but devastatingly real movie that shows the depths of humanity and the humor and strength that can sometimes be found there.
Casino Royale (2 Disc Collector's Edition) [2006] [DVD]Casino Royale (2 Disc Collector's Edition) [2006] [DVD]
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Say what you will, but this is the Bond film there has ever been. It manages to handle the action superbly while still working as a dramatic film in its own right.
Starter For 10 [DVD] [2006]Starter For 10 [DVD] [2006]
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A funny, witty crowd pleaser that has enough charm to win over even the most cynical among us. Parts are predictable, yes, but then some are actually not.