Some favourites

Had a great run at work last couple of weeks. But my hunch about the basic idea that I thought would capture the phenomenon, it turns out, wasn't really a good one. So there you go, a lot of excitement has come to nothing and I am moping and wanting to think of something else.

Started this post a few days back after an animated discussion with friends about movies we love and actors we love to hate (Adam Sandler topped that one) . Haven't included any of Woody Allen's, Coen brothers or Jackie Chan's movies. Partly because I like most of them and partly because none of them stood out in particular. So here is the list of the movies that I have thoroughly enjoyed to watch.

1. About a boy: Hugh Grant is absolutely brilliant in this funny and touching tale of two people, an adult who delays growing up as long as he possibly could and a kid who is forced to grow up too quickly.
   
2. Masoom: When the past catches up with the present of a happy couple, they and their close friends find it hard to come to terms with it. Terrific cast and delightful music.
   
3. Shawshank redemption: Incredibly uplifting story of how a man wrongfully jailed for his wife's murder overcomes all odds to lead a free life.
   
4. Anand: 'Maut tum ek kavita ho....' Amitabh Bachchan at his best.
   
5. A christmas story: Just thinking about the movie brings a smile on my face. Absolutely hilarious, but seems many haven't even heard of it.
   
6. Wait until dark: Audrey Hepburn is awesome as the blind woman. Set in one single room, this movie is quite a thriller.
   
7. Taare zameen par: touched me in many ways. If I had to pick one scene, it would be the one in which Aamir Khan and the father talk about the meaning of 'caring'. Made me aware of what a shitty job I do of parenting (by that logic I shouldn't be liking the movie, but I just loved it)
   
8. Dil chahta hai: Friendships are not just about sharing a good laugh, it is also about being sensitive to each others feelings. Lots of laughs and sensitive moments in this film.
   
9. Arth: Pati, patni aur woh....... and lovely songs.
   
10. Charulatha: Sensitive portrayal of a lonely wife and her growing feelings for her husband's young friend (or was he brother?).
    
11. Titli: Again a beautiful movie. When the daughter gets to know of her mother's romance in the past, their relationship evolves to a new level.
    
12. A fish called Wanda: hugely entertaining british movie. John Cleese and Kevin Cline are too good.
    
13. Tarzaan: I can watch this movie over and over again. Love Minni Driver's voice over for Jane. And the little girl-gorilla, terk.
    
14. Life is beautiful:...... if you find ways to enjoy every moment you have got.

What about you, are any of these your favourites too? Give me the three that top your list.