The Best of 2013

In the wake of back to back relatively down years at the cinema, 2013 laid the hammer down and gave us a slew of great movies.  After much bickering amongst ourselves, we have finally decided our top 5 for the year.  So sit back, relax and enjoy our picks!


5. Captain Phillips


"Captain Phillips" squeaks into the number five spot despite some stiff competition.  This is one of the most intense films you'll ever see, anchored by a vintage performance from Tom Hanks and some sure-handed direction by Paul Greengrass.

4. Saving Mr. Banks


Despite being polished to a shine with Disney's trademark gloss, "Saving Mr. Banks" manages to pack the biggest emotional punch of any film this year.  Emma Thompson and Tom Hanks (yet again) turn in great performances that anchor this very memorable story.

3. Star Trek Into Darkness


Lightning has struck yet again for J.J. Abrams and his cast and crew in their second crack at the "Star Trek" franchise.  This new installment is every bit as good as the original and is the most fun we've had at the movies in years.

2. Gravity


"Gravity" is an unforgettable experience from beginning to end that stays with you long after the credits roll.  The technological craftsmanship can be appreciated in any format, but there is certainly something special about seeing it on the big screen (in IMAX-3D if possible).  This is a great movie that very nearly grabbed our top spot.

1. Mud


It was a photo finish, but Jeff Nichlos' "Mud" came out of nowhere this year to grab the top spot on our list.  This is a beautifully crafted film that tells an authentic story with some of the most well-realized characters you'll ever see on screen.  Like a Mark Twain story with a modern twist, "Mud" has a certain magic to it that we won't soon forget.  It's also the best film of the year.