There are a lot of movies that are small or big. A lot goes into filmmaking and it calls for amazing movies we all can enjoy. Here are some small budget films with a couple big budget films that you should watch this year.
The Fifth Element (1997)
The Fifth element is a futuristic 90s film about a man named Korben (Bruce Willis) who meets Leeloo (Mila Jovovich) who is the fifth element. They work together so she can combine with the other four before evil Zorg (Gary Oldman) destroys the world. This film has great aesthetics and Leeloo's character is iconic.
My Own Private Idaho (1991)
My Own Private Idaho is an early 90s film about a gay hustler named Mikey Waters (River Phoenix) who also suffers from narcolepsy. Scott Favor (Keanu Reeves) is a rebellious teen of the mayor and is Mikey's best friend. The two go on a quest to find Mikey's mother. The film is very unique and deals with big problems. River and Keanu create a unique bond and play their characters so convincingly. This film is filled with unique story plots, simply beautiful cinematography and amazing acting.
Once Upon A Time In Hollywood (2019)
Once Upon A Time In Hollywood is Quentin Tarantino's 9th film released in 2019. It's about an actor named Rick Dalton (Leonardo DiCaprio) who is struggling to find work in Hollywood and his stunt double Cliff Booth (Brad Pitt) who often drives him around and watches out for him. Rick also lives next door to Roman Polanski and Sharon Tate. This film is amazingly told and deals with the Manson Family tragedy. Tarantino never fails to create an amazing story with great characters. Each role was assigned perfectly and Tarantino's touch ties it all together.
The Peanut Butter Falcon (2019)
The Peanut Butter Falcon is a 2019 comedy drama about Zak (Zack Gottsagen) a man with Down syndrome who runs away from a nursing home. He then finds Tyler (Shia LaBeouf) an outlaw and befriends him. Eleanor (Dakota Johnson) was Zak's nurse and goes looking for him to find out that Zak and Tyler have an adventure planned. She then accompanies them on their adventure to find Zak's favorite wrestler. This film makes you laugh and tugs at your heart. The story behind the film is based on Zack Gottsagen who plays his character Zak. The whole nature of the film is witty and warm-hearted.
Buffalo 66' (1998)
Buffalo 66' is a late 90s drama/crime film about Billy Brown (Vincent Gallo) who is released from prison and kidnaps Layla (Christina Ricci) to impersonate his wife and meet his parents. She takes up her role and an unexpected romance forms between Billy and Layla. This film has a light aesthetic to it and a different storyline. Vincent Gallo plays his character very well as the antisocial convict.
A Cure For Wellness (2016)
A Cure For Wellness is a dark fantasy film about a stockbroker named Lockhart (Dane DeHaan) who travels to a remote wellness center to retrieve the CEO of his company. He notices there is something dark about the center and finds himself diagnosed with the same illness that the rest of the guests have. This film has a dark aesthetic with dark greens and blues. It's a confusing and bone-chilling story that creates a suspenseful film. Dane DeHaan and Mia Goth's characters are interesting and are portrayed in an eerily beautiful way.
Paradise Hills (2019)
Paradise Hills is about a woman named Uma (Emma Roberts) who attends a strange school for delinquents that is located on an island called Paradise. Uma and her friends must find a way out after learning the schools dark secrets and hidden agenda. This film is filled with pastel colors and is very visually pleasing. The storyline has a huge unexpected twist at the end that leaves audiences surprised.
Then Came You (2018)
Then Came You is about a hyprochondriac named Calvin (Asa Butterfield) who pairs up with a terminally ill teenager named Skye (Maisie Williams). The two become best friends and help each other face their fears and learn to live their lives to the fullest. This film will make you laugh and cry. It is heart-warming and witty.
Inventing the Abbotts (1997)
Inventing the Abbotts is a late 90s film about two brothers Jacey (Billy Crudup) and Doug (Joaquin Phoenix) who are from the low class of town and are infatuated with the wealthy Abbott sisters. Jacey alternates between two of the sisters, looking to break hearts while Doug wants a real romance with the younger sister Pamela (Liv Tyler). The film is based in the 1950s and creates a cute romance drama.
A Violent Separation (2019)
A Violent Separation is about a police officer named Norman (Brenton Thwaites) who covers up a murder his brother committed. Then he falls in love with the victims sister Frances (Alycia Debnam-Carey) which creates a riff with both sides of the family. This film is drama filled thriller about a devastating death of a sister and how far a brother will go for another.
These films had interesting stories and were either bone-chilling or heart-warming. They all have great cinematography and good dialogues. Check out these movies for your 2020 watching list!
