I have been looking for a film but I haven't even watched anything.

In case you care what a random guy on the internet thinks, these are the 30 movies that actually impressed me. If you haven't seen a few of them... what are you waiting for?

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Not my Top 4, but here are my 30 five-star movies. Take a look and let me know... did I nail it?

https://letterboxd.com/poordearrichard/list/my-top-30-movies/

I watched about 16 films since last Friday, and these were my four favorites. Interestingly, my biggest disappointment of the week was Reptile—I shut it off after just 25 minutes.

The Guest (2014) | Action/Thriller - ⭐️⭐️⭐️½ - The worst houseguest ever... and somehow the most likable.

Dan Stevens absolutely steals the show. His performance alone is worth the price of admission. The film is packed with tense moments, plenty of suspense, and kept me interested throughout. I found myself rooting for David (Dan) the whole time. And was I the only one hoping the fake blonde sister wouldn't make it to the end?

The Jacket (2005) | Psychological Thriller/Sci-Fi - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ½ - Wait. Was that Mr Bates working at the hospital?

This was my favorite film of the week. I really enjoyed this one. It has a great story that keeps you hooked from beginning to end, and Adrien Brody is fantastic and somehow calming. I love time travel movies when they're easy to follow, and this one never gets so complicated that you lose track of what's going on. Best of all, it doesn't rely on hidden meanings or leave you with a bunch of unanswered questions.

The Perfect Host (2010) | Dark Comedy / Psychological Thriller - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Go in blind. Trust me on this one.

I went into The Jacket knowing almost nothing, and that turned out to be the best way to watch it. It's exactly the kind of movie I love—time travel, mystery, and a psychological thriller all rolled into one. Adrien Brody is fucking brilliant and completely carries the movie. The story pulled me in right from the start, and even though the ending isn't some huge jaw-dropper, it fits the film perfectly and gives you the kind of closure so many movies forget to deliver.

Run (2020) | Psychological Thriller - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - The Hallmark channel should probably sit this one out.

What a horrifying brilliant film! The tension in Run just keeps building and building until you're completely glued to the screen. Kiera Allen and Sarah Paulson are both fantastic, and their performances make every scene believable. By the end, I was practically shaking. This is exactly how you make a suspense thriller.

I watched around 60 movies in June. Some were unforgettable. Many were good entertainment. Some were unwatchable. In fact, I shut off 12 of them before the 20-minute mark. Thankfully, these 10 reminded me why I love movies. How many of these have you seen and what is your opinion?

Hush...Hush, Sweet Charlotte - I can't believe I waited 60 years to watch this film. What a mistake. From the opening scene, I was completely hooked by the mystery, atmosphere, and Southern Gothic tension. Bette Davis is every bit as brilliant as expected, but Olivia de Havilland stole the show. Seeing her play such a manipulative and villainous character was a treat. A fantastic classic that instantly earned a place among my Top 20 favorite films. Final rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½.

In Bruges - One of my favorite films of all time. Why did I wait so long to watch this? On paper, it's a strange premise. Why should we be rooting for two hitmen? Yet somehow it feels completely natural. Despite being labeled a comedy, I'd call it more of a dark comedy with genuine emotional depth. A brilliant blend of crime, drama, and dark humor that has become one of the most memorable films I've seen in years. Final rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½.

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri - Watching this for a second time after only seeing it years ago reminded me how much I loved it. The characters pull you into the story, and before you know it you're emotionally invested. I especially appreciated that the movie never felt predictable. It balanced drama, humor, and heartbreak without any of it feeling forced. Final rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½.

Hell or High Water - This is one of those rare crime dramas where the characters feel like real people instead of movie characters. I found myself rooting for the brothers despite everything they did, which says a lot about how well the story is told. Chris Pine and Ben Foster were excellent, and the West Texas setting became a character of its own. Jeff Bridges was great too, although half the time it sounded like he had a mouth full of marbles. And let's be honest, the waitress at the T-Bone Cafe stole the show! Final rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½.

Network - Why did it take me 50 years to watch this? It's hard to believe this film is nearly 50 years old because it feels more relevant today than ever. The film's warnings about media sensationalism, corporate greed, and entertainment replacing substance feel even more accurate today than they did when it was released. Faye Dunaway and William Holden were both outstanding, and the writing is razor-sharp from beginning to end. Few films can entertain, challenge, and predict the future all at once, but Network somehow pulls it off. This should be on everyone's watchlist. Final rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐.

Oddity - A fun film and an easy movie to recommend for a Friday night with a pizza. It's creepy, entertaining, and balances supernatural horror with a crime mystery surprisingly well. Even though I knew none of it was real, the story was believable enough that I stayed invested from beginning to end. There's also a sadness running through the film that gives it more weight than a typical horror movie, helping it stand out from many others in the genre. Final rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐.

The Gift - A really good movie with an excellent story and great pacing. It blends crime, drama, mystery, and the supernatural surprisingly well, so there's a little something here for everyone. Cate Blanchett absolutely carries the film with a 10/10 performance, and the supporting cast is excellent too. Best of all, the mystery is intriguing without becoming so complicated that you have to spend the next two hours with Google trying to figure out what actually happened. Definitely worth a watch if you're looking for a supernatural mystery. Final rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½.

Wind River - One of the better crime thrillers I've seen in a long time. The story hooked me from the start and never let go. Jeremy Renner brings strength and authenticity to the role. The bleak Wyoming setting adds so much to the atmosphere, making the story even more powerful. There's no huge twist ending, but revenge is a bitch, isn't it? Final rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐.

The Mothman Prophecies - What worked best for me was how easy it was to get pulled into the mystery. The story keeps you curious, the performances are strong, and the film maintains a creepy, unsettling tone without relying on constant scares. I mean really, Richard Gere and Laura Linney, how could you beat that cast? Sometimes a movie doesn't need to reinvent the genre. It just needs to tell a good story, and this one does exactly that. Final rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐.

Exam - A claustrophobic room with thought-provoking dialogue. My type of film. I really enjoyed this one. It proves you don't need a huge budget or elaborate sets to tell a compelling story. The diverse group of personalities made every conversation interesting, and I found myself constantly wondering who would crack. Films like this stay with me long after they're over. I can't explain why, but they just do. Final rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐.

These are the last 4 films I watched this week. Not impressed, and I was left starving for something better. Here are my thoughts, let me know yours.

The Last Stop in Yuma County had me hooked from the start. Great acting, sharp dialogue, and tension that never let up. It was headed for ⭐⭐⭐½, but the ending completely killed it. I don't need a happy ending, just one that earns everything that came before it. Final rating: Final rating: ⭐⭐½.

Ready or Not 2 traded story for body count. The acting was rough, the nonstop profanity got old fast, and the characters survived things that belonged in a superhero movie. I enjoyed the first film, but this sequel was more interested in killing people than telling a good story. This film broke the worlds record for using the word "fuck" in a movie. Final rating: ⭐⭐

Distorted had one major obstacle right out of the gate: Christina Ricci's distracting blonde bob haircut. It was so conspicuous I spent half the movie wondering which Miss Clairol color she was using. And those constantly bulging eyes? I fully expected one to pop out before the credits rolled. For a movie centered on technology and paranoia, it never leaned into either enough. I don't even remember how it ended, and I just watched it last night. Final rating: ⭐⭐½.

Malevolent had all the ingredients to be a genuinely good horror film—it just needed a stronger script and a star-studded cast. The story had potential, and while it had a few gruesome moments, it never reached the level it could have. The best part? You won't need a YouTube explainer or a Reddit thread to understand it. No hidden symbolism, no cryptic clues—just a straightforward horror film that's perfect when your brain is fried after work. Final rating: ⭐⭐⭐.

Here is all of the vintage films I want to see in no particular order.

Other than Vertigo, 12 Angry Men and The Apartment, which would you watch first?

Which ones suck?

Here is all of the vintage films I want to see in no particular order.

Other than Vertigo, 12 Angry Men and The Apartment, which would you watch first?

Which ones suck?

Here is all of the vintage films I want to see in no particular order.

Other than Vertigo, 12 Angry Men and The Apartment, which would you watch first?

Which ones suck?

For some reason I love these one room films where the drama comes from conversation in a somewhat claustrophobic space. In these four films I found myself glued to every word.

What are some other films like these?

These were 29¢ at Aldi. In retrospect, maybe I should have bought all if what there was on the shelf. There were Oreos too but I am not a fan. I think they were suppose to be $2.95 and someone made a typo. They aren't marked sale.

They rated #2 buffet in the country.

https://www.yourobserver.com/news/2026/jun/27/sarasota-amish-eatery-ranking/

Pick your top three (or 5 or 10) from this list. I am curious to see what everyone's thoughts are. The are sorted in order of Letterboxd average rating. Did I nail it?

Pick your top three (or 5 or 10) from this list. I am curious to see what everyone's thoughts are. Thet are sorted in order of Letterboxd average rating. Did I nail it?