This list was originally posted to Facebook on January 20, 2013. Since I have now referenced it on LCHC on at least two occasions, it seems overdue that I actually republish it here for record keeping purposes.
So as to hold myself accountable, and in order to share my take on those films listed that have already been released, my updated thoughts on each film also appear in RED below my original ranking.
My 20 Most Anticipated Films for 2013. Please note that the order here does not reflected expected quality, just my own level of excitement/curiosity with the project.
20: The World’s End: The finale to Edgar Wright’s “Cornetto” collection. The full trailer and early buzz continue to give me complete confidence that Wright and the gang have once again delivered a sharp, biting, and really funny film. Trying to manage my expectations but I don’t see why this won’t be one of the three best comedies of the year.
19. Don Jon’s Addiction: JGL’s directorial debut is set for Sundance. Seemingly a light, comic take on “Shame”, with a Casanova set to find a more fulfilling sex life (with Johansson, Julianne Moore, and…Tony Danza?) If we could judge a film’s worth based on its theatrical poster’s pull-quotes alone, this would appear to be a comedy that will do for porn addiction what 50/50 did for cancer comedies. The film has received very positive early reviews after playing at Sundance, and I still very much look forward to seeing what Mr. hitRECord has created with his first film as a director.
Check out the rest of the list in full detail, after the jump…
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