10) Scott Pilgrim vs. the World – Avg Tier 7.52

“Not just canny commentary on how this generation’s experiences are inextricably mediated through the prism of pop culture; it captures an attendant myopia, too. Any coincidence the film parallels Scott’s fundamental narcissism w/ the endless parade of exclusionary inside jokes? Or that Scott (and by extension the audience) finds it impossible to separate his culture-saturated inner world from the world at large? It’s all exhilaratingly, uninhibitedly hyperreal: Baudrillard would have a field day” – theficionado

9) The Social Network – Avg Tier 7.76

“You might get wrapped up in the fact that Sorkin writes more for story-telling than 100% factual accuracy but if you do then you’ll miss out on a superb film. More than anything The Social Network captures how ill-equipped every involved was the the explosion of Facebook. The entire cast is superb, the soundtrack is terrifyingly good and Fincher masterfully directs a film about nerds suing one another into a emotionally gripping and tension filled movie. Incredible.” – doctor7

8) True Grit – Avg Tier 7.77

“This movie carries the veneer of light adventure, one which it does deliver upon, but that isn’t what the movie’s really about. This one is about the subtleties and what the characters don’t say – it is a Western after all.” – Bmunise

7) The King’s Speech – Avg Tier 7.89

“A based-on-a-true-story Weinstein-Produced Historical Piece about a protagonist who, when inevitably faced with crisis brought about by a period of immense historical change, is forced to overcome personal adversity against everyone else’s expectations, and, ultimately, learn to believe in himself. In other words, most definitely a Shoo-In for a Best Picture Nomination, for sure.” – CosmicMonkey

6) 127 Hours – Avg Tier 7.92

“This film is an experience as much as a film can be an experience rather than a detached series of scenes. It succeeds putting you in the shoes of Aron, a man with a zest for life and solo adventure. It took me back to a time when I wasn’t too busy to spend all my time biking and hiking. Some parts of this movie (including the part everyone knows about by now) are very difficult to watch unless you have a stomach of steel, but they are all very necessary to complete experience.” – somnivore

5) The Illusionist – Avg Tier 7.96

“Seen in twice in the last 5 days, fearing my local cinema would pull it out to pave way for some Hollywood hogwash. It’s sad to witness this tale of friendship come to an end. Luckily, life is composed of these bittersweet moments, meaning another one is right behind the corner. Chomet’s attention to detail and comedic tone manifest themselves throughout. Recommended and pay close attention during the film, you might miss its nod to ‘The Old Lady and the Pigeons’.” – frederic_g54

4) Exit Through the Gift Shop – Avg Tier 8.00

“A fascinating documentary about an ongoing cultural phenomenon. Manages to be thought-provoking and hilarious at the same time. I can’t say I’d be willing to deface another man’s property in the name of art; nonetheless, I would be very slow to persecute any of these undercover artists for doing their best to make everyone’s life a little less normal in a day and age where mindless conformism seems the norm. Best goddamn movie of 2010 so far” – Stain

3) Inception – Avg Tier 8.31

“Inception is not a lot of things. It’s not a psychological examination into the subconscious nor is it a complex character study. So don’t expect it to be one. Instead, the film aspires to be a mindbending adventure heist film set in the realms of dreams and in this regard, the film is flawless. With jawdropping and visceral sequences, it not only engages the intellect but also the emotions as it deals with guilt and loss and being haunted by your past. The best of the year so far.” – RaymundLi

2) Toy Story 3 – Avg Tier 8.32

“Pixar is the only American animation studio that can take some of our most iconic characters, have them swim in existentialism, get tortured by a villain who refuses redemption, and send them to a literal hell and back – but do it with such undeniable tact, grace and aplomb nobody even bats an eye. Actually, it might make the ending that much more stirring. It’s a good thing there are credits videos for those… um, other people, clearly… who teared up.” – jacobb1313

1) Black Swan – Avg Tier 8.43

“Obsession is Aronofsky’s forte: taking the subtle neuroses destroying a person and holding them in the spotlight for the viewer to be shaken to their very core by. It is clear from the first scene where the film is going, but it’s HOW Aronofsky and Portman reach it that is so remarkable. The surreal metamorphosis of Nina is one of the most mesmerizing character developments I’ve ever seen. An emotional crescendo of how brutal and deranged the life of a dancer can be – it’s all in the details.” – alecec24