In a year marked by much-acclaimed films from major
directors like Todd Haynes (Carol), George
Miller (Mad Max: Fury Road), and Hou
Hsiao-Hsien (The Assassin), I found
myself feeling a bit out-of-step with the critical consensus. Instead, four
first-time feature filmmakers found their way onto my list of the year’s top 10
movies—along with a director who died two years ago and two of our most
exciting voices under 40. There were plenty of films that helped make this year
a memorable one, but the ones below are the closest to my heart.10. James White, directed by Josh MondA coming-of-age story combined with a mom-dying-of-cancer
drama: On its surface, …read more
Source: The New Republic
