Top Movie Picks from 2000-2009: A Personal Ranking

Movies played a pivotal role in my life during the 2000-2009 decade. One of my favorites is Memento, a mind-bending thriller that ranks among the most innovative and captivating narratives of the era.

Memento

Starring Guy Pearce, Memento is a captivating exploration of memory loss. The protagonist, Leonard, is chasing the man who killed and raped his wife. However, his condition, a rare and untreatable form of memory loss, complicates his pursuit. He can recall his past but has no recollection of the present or near future. This unique narrative structure, told in reverse chronological order, challenges the viewer's perception and deepens their engagement with the story.

Personal Ratings and Recommendations

For a movie buff, I tend to rate films on a scale from 1 to 10. My picks from the 2000-2009 period are those with a score of 8 or above. Here are some of my top picks:

Crime

Fracture (8.8) - Starring Anthony Hopkins The Dark Knight (8.0) - With Christian Bale The History of Violence (9.0) - Featuring Viggo Mortensen Identity (9.0) - Starring Ray Liotta No Country For Old Men (8.0) - With Javier Bardem The Prestige (9.0) - Starring Christian Bale

Comedy

I chose:

Bruce Almighty (8.0) - Starring Jim Carrey (although not specifically listed, it's a comedy that resonated well in the period)

Drama

Rabbit Hole (8.7) - With Nicole Kidman Gran Torino (9.0) - Directed by Clint Eastwood Crash (9.6) - Starring Matt Dillon

Action

No Country For Old Men (8.0) - With Javier Bardem The Bourne Identity (8.5) - Starring Matt Damon, though not listed, it's noteworthy

History

The Debt (8.0) - Featuring Helen Mirren

Biography

127 Hours (8.8) - Starring James Franco

Conclusion

These movies not only entertained but also challenged my perceptions and thinking. Each film in this list offered a distinctive blend of storytelling, acting, and direction that made them stand out in the cinematic landscape of the early 2000s. Whether you prefer the complexity of a crime thriller or the profound dramas that address deep emotional truths, there is something here to satisfy your taste for quality film.