KillyDarko (Level 15)

I really thought this would definitely be my movie of the year... but then "The Black Swan" came out.

My guilt pleasure of the year. Vincenzo Natali keeps doing amazing sci-fi flicks that still retain the true independent spirit of originality.

Christian Bale kinda manages to steal the show on a film which had the best cast ensemble of the year -- and that alone says a lot. This is an actor's movie supported by a really good script, which makes this an engaging flick from start to finish.

I laughed, I cried, I felt like a little kid again. No one does western animated films quite like Pixar!

James Franco in a one-man show, skillfully directed by Danny Boyle. I felt like I could actually spend 127 hours watching this movie and still I wouldn't get bored.

Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush are superb in this British Royal drama. The dialogue lines are amazing even just on their own, but these two alongside Helena Bonham Carter made them shine even brighter.

The Coen Brothers at their best (again). Jeff Bridges is probably the coolest actor alive and Hailee Steinfeld is also downright brilliant in her role. I'm not a fan of westerns, but this was a top-notch movie.

Ben Affleck directed and co-wrote one of this year's best surprises. Wait, what? Yeah... you heard it, Ben Affleck -- apparently the man is capable of greatness. Also, Jeremy Renner is outsanding in his role.