18 Films: A Personal Selection from 2014
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ShadyMovie · 2012 · 94mMisa is often teased by her classmates, who call her "Pooh" because of her last name, which means "bear" and "rice paddy," and her appearance. She has no friends and only feels comfortable around her pet parrot and the goldfish in the science room. Then, she unexpectedly befriends Izumi, a popular and charming classmate. Though unsure why Izumi is interested in her, Misa is thrilled to finally have a friend. However, Izumi's sweet personality slowly begins to change into something sinister.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.1 - 2
CoherenceMovie · 2014 · 89m · Thriller, Science FictionFour couples meet for dinner the night a strange and brilliant comet appears in the sky.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 3
FoxcatcherMovie · 2014 · 134m · Drama, ThrillerTwo brothers, who are the best Olympic wrestling team ever, join a training program run by wealthy benefactor John E. du Pont for the 1988 Seoul Olympics. This partnership results in unexpected and troubling events.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7 - 4
Life ItselfMovie · 2014 · 121m · DocumentaryThis is the surprising and entertaining story of Roger Ebert (1942-2013), the celebrated film critic and cultural voice. It follows his early life as a bachelor, his Pulitzer Prize-winning career, his well-known and often lively collaboration with Gene Siskel, his transformative marriage, and his courageous and deeply personal fight against cancer.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5 - 5
SnowpiercerMovie · 2013 · 127m · Action, Science Fiction, DramaAfter a disastrous attempt to combat global warming decimates Earth's population, humanity survives aboard Snowpiercer, a train perpetually circling the globe. Within its walls, a rigid class system has emerged.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 6
What We Do in the ShadowsMovie · 2014 · 86m · Comedy, HorrorA group of vampire housemates navigate the challenges of contemporary living while introducing a recently turned hipster to the advantages of their immortal existence.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.6 - 7
The Look of SilenceMovie · 2014 · 100m · History, DocumentaryA man who works as an optician confronts the brutal Indonesian mass killings of 1965-1966, a period that saw the death of his own brother.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.8 - 8
Under the SkinMovie · 2014 · 108m · Thriller, Science Fiction, DramaIn Glasgow, a captivating stranger targets vulnerable men, drawing them into her orbit with irresistible charm.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 9
Maps to the StarsMovie · 2014 · 112m · DramaA broken Hollywood family desperately seeks fame and approval, entangled with each other and haunted by unresolved issues from their history.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 10
It FollowsMovie · 2015 · 101m · Horror, MysteryAfter a sexual encounter, a young woman finds herself relentlessly pursued by an unseen supernatural presence.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 11
Magical GirlMovie · 2014 · 127m · Drama, ThrillerA father fights to fulfill his terminally ill daughter’s final wish: a very expensive collector’s costume from a Japanese TV show. His pursuit of this request leads him into the hidden world of his city.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.4 - 12
The Wind RisesMovie · 2013 · 126m · Drama, Animation, RomanceDriven by a lifelong passion for flying, Japanese aviation engineer Jiro Horikoshi built a distinguished career, most notably designing the A-6M fighter plane used during World War II.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8 - 13
The Tale of The Princess KaguyaMovie · 2013 · 137m · Animation, Drama, FantasyA bamboo cutter and his wife discover a tiny girl inside a bamboo stalk. She grows quickly into a beautiful young woman, captivating everyone she meets. However, she eventually faces a predetermined destiny.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.1 - 14
LockeMovie · 2014 · 85m · Drama, ThrillerIvan Locke has built a stable life for himself. But tonight, everything he's worked for is about to fall apart. The night before a crucial career moment, Ivan gets a phone call that triggers a chain of events destroying his family, his job, and his sense of self.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 15
Planet of SnailMovie · 2012 · 88mFrom a planet of deaf and blind people who live peaceful, slow lives, Young-Chan arrives on Earth and feels utterly lost. Unable to communicate, he's desperate until he meets Soon-Ho, who understands his loneliness and becomes his constant companion. Learning braille opens up a whole new world for Young-Chan, and he begins to dream of writing a book. But Soon-Ho, who lives with a spinal disability, can't always be there for him, forcing them to navigate life apart. As Soon-Ho anxiously awaits his return, Young-Chan embarks on a life-changing adventure.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 16
WhiplashMovie · 2014 · 107m · Drama, MusicA gifted young drummer pushes himself relentlessly under the strict guidance of a demanding instructor. His pursuit of flawless performance leads him down a dangerous path, blurring the line between artistry and self-destruction.IMDb 8.5TMDB 8.4 - 17
Dead Snow 2: Red vs. DeadMovie · 2014 · 100m · Horror, Action, ComedyThe terrifying Nazi Zombies return, determined to complete their deadly mission. But our protagonist refuses to surrender. He's assembling his own forces for one last, desperate battle.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5 - 18
The GuestMovie · 2014 · 101m · Mystery, Thriller, ActionA soldier arrives at the Peterson family home, identifying himself as a friend of their late son, who died in service. Welcomed into their lives, his presence is soon followed by a string of seemingly accidental deaths.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6
