A little later than usual this year but here is my third annual favorite films of the year list. I was fortunate with my freelance work, Karen winning comps and just being in a general a regular cinemagoer to see 58 films either in cinemas, via screeners or released via Netflix. This includes films that were 2018 American releases but reached Australian cinemas early 2019 hence why this list is always a little delayed. I’ve also been part of end of year lists for X-Press Magazine and put together an end of year list for HEAVY magazine which includes disappointments and surprises for the year in cinema.
There were some films I’m sad to say I haven’t got around to seeing yet that I think might have made the list if I had, Sorry To Bother You, If Beale Street Could Talk, BlacKkKlansman, Cold War, Isle of Dogs
I attended with my wife Karen a preview screening of the film 1917 at the Myer Centre on the 5th of December last year. That seems a long time ago now, Christmas and New Year’s have happened since, I’ve been working in my humble public servant job, the film has become an Oscar contender and my country has been burning.
Some of us have tried to help where we can. Others have forced handshakes and tried to re-write history in their press interviews. A special few have been helping and making a real difference and I stand in awe of them.
I hope you are all well.
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The old Regent. Copyright Lloyd Marken.
Karen thinks John Cena is a really good actor. Copyright Lloyd Marken.
In the Hilton Hotely lobby looking up. Copyright Lloyd Marken.
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Traditional selfie before the film starts. Copyright Lloyd Marken.
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Copyright Lloyd Marken.
A favourite place for Karen and I go to hang out with friends. Great pizza, starters or cocktails and spirits. Copyright Lloyd Marken.
Top of the Myer Centre. Copyright Lloyd Marken.
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The crowd gathering. Copyright Lloyd Marken.
Musicians performed. Copyright Lloyd Marken.
Christmas in the Queen Street Mall. Copyright Lloyd Marken.
I guess. Copyright Lloyd Marken.
We went there after the film to eat. Copyright Lloyd Marken.
I remember there was a buzz in the air after the screening with people talking excitedly amongst themselves about how good the film was. Karen and I went to the Hilton Hotel lobby to grab something to eat. We’re quite fond of the place. I’m interested to know what you all thought of the film.
I wish you all the best in 2020.
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