Best 2017 Films
It is another time of the year to look over the events of the past 12 months of 2017. In the entertainment industry, the filmmakers have treated their audience with blockbusters, indies, and documentaries, giving every movie lover something to keep them screen-glued. Here is our pick of the best 2017 films.
All the Money in the World
This movie directed by Ridley Scott is a story about a kidnapped 16-year-old boy. His devoted mother desperately attempts to convince a billionaire who turns out to be the boy’s grandfather to assist with the ransom.
Director: Ridley Scott
Star: Michelle Williams, Christopher Plummer, Mark Wahlberg, Romain Duris.
- Molly`s Game
Based on a real story of Molly Bloom, an Olympic-class skier who ran the world`s most exclusive high-skates poker game. Later, the star becomes a target of the FBI.
Director: Aaron Sorkin
Stars: Jessica Chastain, Idris Elba, Kelvin Costner, Michael Cera
- Phantom Thread
The enthralling psychodrama is set in 1950s London high fashion. Reynolds Woodcock is a renowned dressmaker whose fastidious life is disrupted by a young waitress, Alma, who becomes his muse and lover.
Director: Paul Thomas Anderson
Stars: Vicky Krieps, Daniel Day-Lewis, Lesley Manville, Sue Clark
- In the Fade
Katja’s life collapses after the death of her husband and son in a bomb attack. The Palme d’Or’s award competitor in 2017 is full of intrigues as Katja seeks revenge and justice.
Director: Faith Akin
Stars: Diane Kruger, Denis Moschitto, Numan Acar, Samia Muriel Chancrin
- Film Stars Don’t Die in Liverpool
This romance spark movie between a young actress and her lover keeps you on the edge as the relationship is tested to the limits.
Director: Paul McGuigan
Stars: Jamie Bell, Annette Bening, Julie Walters, Vanessa Redgrave
- Star Wars: The Last Jedi
The heroes of The Force Awakens bring this movie to an epic experience after the legends unlock the age-old mysteries and past revelations.
Director: Rian Johnson
Stars: Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher
- Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
Four teenagers find an old video game which draws them into the game`s jungle setting. In their new environment, the teens become adult avatars of their choice.
Director: Jake Kasdan
Stars: Dwayne Johnson, Karen Gillan, Kelvin Hart, Jack Black.
Whatever tickles your fancy, 2017 definitely had something for you. If you have not watched any of these movies, you still have time before 2018’s tidings start streaming. Have a blast while at it!