Top 10 (Part 3)

So, I've shared my top 10 books, and top 10 songs, but I saved my favorite for last: Movies! And there was no way I could just pick 10, so here are my top 14!

#1 Bridesmaids. This is by far my favorite movie. I could watch it over and over again. It is a very quotable movie. Basically the main characters best friend is getting married and she is asked to be the maid of honor. However, one of the bridesmaids tries to steal the light whenever possible. Everything that could go wrong while planning a wedding does. Kristen Wiig is absolutly phenomenal in it.

#2 Kickass. This movie is a superhero movie on drugs, but it is weirdly good. A high school student notices trouble is happening all around him and decides to become a superhero named 'Kickass'. This is definitely not a typical children's superhero movie.

#3 Stand By Me. Who doesn't want to watch a movie that has four early teenage boys go on an adventure to look for a dead body, just so they can get their names in the newspaper? You learn so much about the boys lives and friendship on their journey.

#4 50 First Dates. I first watched this movie as a teenager and still to this day, I could quote the whole movie beginning to end. I love Drew Barrymore, so she makes this movie even better. Who wouldn't want to fall in love with someone who won't remember you tomorrow?

#5 Toy Story 3. After two successful Toy Story movies, I expected this one to be a bust. However, I think this is the best one. Between all the new characters and the story plot, it will leave you on the edge of your seat. Which toys will Andy take to college?

#6 Star Wars. By far, the best 6 movies in the history of movies. Kudos to George Lucas. You have to watch them in the proper order though; 4, 5, 6, 1, 2, and then 3. Someday I will sit and watch them all in order but I have never found the time to do so. This is the story of little Anakin turning to the dark side to realize in the end that he is good.

#7 Saving Mr. Banks. If you liked Mary Poppins, this the story of the writer. The acting in this movie is  mind blowing. Have kleenex with you. I don't tear up during movies but this one got me.

#8 Peter Pan. "Dreams do come true, if only we wish hard enough. You can have anything in life if you will sacrifice everything else for it." -J.M. Barrie. This is a simple story informing you to never grow up.

#9 Harry Potter. This is the story of a young wizard, Harry Potter, who must battle for his life against the Dark Lord who murdered his parents. His friends, Ron and Hermione, also join him for the journey.

#10 Calamity Jane. This is my all time favorite musical. This is the story of Calamity Jane, her saloon, and her romance with Wild Bill Hickok. Doris Day is incredibly talented in this film. One of my favorite songs from the movie is the opening song she sings, "The Deadwood Stage." Click here if you want to see a clip from it!

#11 Gnomeo And Juliet. This is the classic story of Romeo and Juliet but told by garden gnomes. It is adorable beyond words and unlike the original story, this one has a happy ending. Plus the music in it is spectacular.

#12 The Breakfast Club. Classic 80's movie that every high schooler should watch. It is a day in detention with 5 students who have completely different personalities. When they are forced to make the best of their circumstances they learn to understand each other and realize they are all going through similar stages in life.

#13 Secondhand Lions. This is a story of a young boy who was sent to live with his wealthy, eccentric uncles. His mother is extremely irresponsible and sends him on the hunch that he will find the uncle stash of money. It is a heart warming story that is extremely well written.

#14 Wreck-it Ralph. In this incredibly cute story, Ralph meets Vanellope in hopes that she will be able to help him fulfill his dream. However in the process he bring havoc to the whole arcade where he lives. This is a true, feel good movie.

These are only a few (ok, quite a few) of my favorite movies but this doesn't do my favorites list justice. There are so many good movies out there. I have learned to realize that sometimes the story in a movie, lines up with life circumstances we are facing in life. They help us to see that in the end, at least for these movies, there is a happy ending. What are some of your favorite movies?