These lists are completely subjective and the focus is more on my enjoyment than filmmaking quality. Honorable Mentions are films that I like but aren’t at that favorite level. I’ve also included a list of films that I would like to see from this year. So with that all said, here’s a quick glance at my favorite and least favorite films of 2008. This is by no means definitive.
Favorites:
The Dark Knight
Taken
Wall-E
The Wrestler
Departures
Rambo
U2 3D
Beverly Hills Chihuahua
Religulous
Encounters at the End of the World
Where in the World Is Osama Bin Laden?
Dangerous Worry Dolls
Honorable Mentions:
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
Slumdog Millionaire
Be Kind, Rewind
The Visitor
Iron Man
Shine a Light
The Incredible Hulk
Doubt
Gran Torino
Rachel Getting Married
Magus
Gingerdead Man 2: Passion of the Crust
Worst:
Quantum of Solace
Vantage Point
Get Smart
The X-Files: I Want to Believe
Appaloosa
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
The Spirit
Valkyrie
Australia
Most Overrated:
2008 Movies I still plan to see that might be good:
The Ruins
Street Kings
Miracle at St. Anna
Chocolate
Connected
The Good, the Bad, the Weird
Last edit: 05/08/16
Think I got it wrong? Wondering why a certain favorite film isn’t on the list? Drop a comment below!