Best Movies of 2025:

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I know I haven't done reviews for most of these movies. I am currently working on pass reviews, and they will probably be up in a week or two. This year, my life has been taken by a cyclone. I will be more focused on the website and try to push out more reviews along with lists, opinions and rankings.

Steve - Cillian Murphy continues to give another master class of acting and submitting every being he can to deliver phenomenal energy and passion in his performance. The actors playing the students are fantastic, and so are the other actors. Exceptional directing, writing, music and cinematography that's gritty and raw, that immerses more into the story. At the end, it does have an impactful emotional point by the end of this chaotic and intimate movie.

Nuremberg - A captivating and pyschochial drama that deals with fascism back then and that's projected today in this climate. And how we must open our eyes to tell the difference between the surface and beneath that is this movie's message. Tremendous performances from Rami Malek and Russell Crowe.

Marty Supreme - Timothée Chalamet is on his way to becoming one of the best actors of this generation, and his performance continues to evolve as a performer. When the Safdie brothers make a movie together or individually, they often create main characters who are emotionally complex or flawed. But you can't help but be invested in their journey. For their individual movies, I know they used a gorilla/documentary style of filmmaking that puts you on edge with chaotic, tense and overlapping dialogue. They did that with Good Time and Uncut Gems, but they shot those movies with steady cameras. It's an underdog story of a narcissist. It's a stressful two-hour and twenty-nine-minute panic attack. If you have the chance to watch this movie, I highly recommend it; it's a ride.

Warfare - This isn't just a movie. It's an experience of being in these men's footsteps as they navigate through a situation no one can imagine being in. And how sheer power and will go through it. Alex Garland crafts a visceral and heart-pounding movie that prompts reflection and appreciation for the bravery of the soldiers who fight for their country.

One Battle After Another - The only two movies from Paul Thomas Anderson I love are 'There Will Be Blood' and this movie. For me, Wes Anderson and Paul Thomas Anderson movies aren't my cup of tea (with two exceptions to each director). The less you know about this is for best and it's going to be. Leonardo DiCaprio continues to burn his streak of smashing his performances and has more range and freedom as an actor. Teyana Taylor and Chase Infiniti are a tour de force. Regina Hall was tremendously impactful. Sean Penn is surprisingly and oddly funny while being cluelessly menacing. Jonny Greenwood's score can range from bouncy and upbeat to sheer suspense and completely unnerving in a matter of seconds. It was shot on a VistaVision and IMAX 70mm camera, which gives the picture more pop and a perfectly balanced light and colour. And not to mention some of the best car chases in recent cinema history. The meaning and message of exploring radical politics, cultural shifts, confronting your past and generational divides. This is a 2h 42m movie, it's really tight and second counts, and it's an epic movie.

KPop Demon Hunters - It took me a while to finally watch this movie because I didn't intend to. Until everyone online was raving about it, and I finally watched it. And wow, I was blown away, completely by the detailed and anime animation, the catchy and memorable songs, and the characters are lovable and insanely engaging. The story is simple, but it's developed and structured in such a refreshing way that it feels new. It's like The OG 'How to Train Your Dragon in that way. It was such a great surprise, I need to find time to watch it again and listen to that soundtrack countless times.

Zootopia 2 - I love the first movie so much. When the sequel was greenlit, I thought to myself, 'How can they top that first movie?' And I was blown away by how good it was. They did what all good sequels do. In which they expand on the world, the characters, the story, and the movie's message, it is again smartly done and gets it across in a way that can be explained to everyone of all ages.

Frankenstein - Guillermo del Toro is my favourite director ever. And I love the Universal Monster universe. Combine that, and you have the second-best adaptation of Mary Shelley's masterpiece. Guillermo del Toro has such a compelling vision for his movies. He draws the perfect line balance, humanising and emphasising the monster and villainising humanity, particularly in Frankenstein, in this version. The phenomenally talented cast, Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, and Christoph Waltz, deliver wonderful performances. Jacob Elordi, especially, just dives into the depths of a creature who just wants to be loved. No notes on the filmmaking and technical aspects; it is all flawless.

Predator: Killers of Killers - Dan Trachtenberg understands this universe and the lore of the Yautja. With beautifully textured and multi-fascinating animation. The stories written in the anthology by Dan Trachtenberg and Micho Robert Rutare are really inspiring and creative, taking place over different periods of time. The action sequences are incredible and stylised, and there is an outstanding score by Benjamin Wallfisch. And with fun and interesting characters, I was left wanting more, and I did, which is further down the list.

Avatar: Fire and Ash- I said in my review of the movie, which I saw four times, that it's pure escapism, thanks to this lush, captivating world. I've said what I've said about the movie in my review because it has its flaws, but I like these movies, I really do. Read my review to know why.

Knives Out: Wake Up Dead Man - I love this franchise. Daniel Craig and Rian Johnson have continued to keep everyone's interest, to keep everything fresh and relevant. Which is something that is sorely missing these days with whodunit movies. I know these previous synopsis have been shortened. But please read my review for my thoughts.

Superman - In these dark and bleak days, it's hard to find light and hope with the expectations of a few heroes from both Marvel and DC universes, and that's what we got hoing foward into the DCU, which is full of potential, and yes, heroes. James Gunn knows how to write and create flawed and dysfunctional characters, like in the Guardians of the Galaxy, The Suicide Squad, Peacemaker and Creature Commandos. And he made Superman a relatable and compassionate human being who is flawed, but he's a beacon of light whom I want to be like. David Corenswet is the Superman we need for our generation.

Wicked: For Good - Superheroes and musicals are my favourite genres because I feel so seen and I can see myself in those characters, want to be like them, to teach me to stand up for myself and my beliefs, especially, in particular, Elphaba. I want to explain more in detail, but I don't want to relive to much about myself and their other movies I want to talk about. While I have issues with the movie, it succeeds in concluding the story about these two sisters who love each other and are played magnificently by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.

Thunderbolts - A deeply moving and uplifting movie about mental health and how, with the right people who understand you, you all heal and be more fulfilled and happier. If you believe. in yourself, and then others will believe in themselves. It comes full circle, and I'm glad that the MCU took this on, and the result is beautiful. Redemption and forgiveness are what this movie is all about.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps - Finally!! a good Fantastic Four that ticks all the boxes, and one of those boxes and the biggest one is getting the main four characters right and getting the best actors to portray them and how they were directed and written by, on how we were endeared to them. It truly expands the Marvel universe in a retro-futuristic world and an end-credit scene that kept me hooked and on the edge of my seat.

Predator: Badlands - Dan Trachtenberg did it again. Once again, he expanded the world and lore of the Yautja while also creating layered and likable characters who you grow to love. Top-notch CGI and practical effects, an infectious score, A simple and understandable story with high-octane adrenaline action sequences. Please give us more Predator movies like these.

Weapons - The outside of the box creativity and story structure is geniusly written and directed by Zach Cregger. Every single second and detail counts, and Chekhov's gun goes off, and it's so worth it in a very satisfying way. As the movie goes along, the horror sinks, and the atmosphere gets frightening. It's that wild, unhinged, bizarre and incredible storytelling and filmmaking. With a great ending that is worthy and leaves you speechless in the best possible way.

Sinners - A worldwide and cultural phenomenon since 'Black Panther', it's so much more than just vampires. It shows Black culture and how it has been gentrified, and how the vampires want to exploit that and make it their own. Ryan Coogler is a masterful visionary and storyteller. Michael B. Jordan and every single actor, and how amazing they were. Insanely addictive soundtrack and score by the exceptional and awesome Ludwig Göransson. It's about fate and redemption, with complex and grounded characters, and power in music. IT SHOULD'VE WON BEST PICTURE!!