Films that I saw in past 9 days

Starting this year, I wanna see and keep a tab of how many films I watch. The goal is to see if i make it to the magic number of 365 (less or more) per year. So in very short, I am going to write names, few sentences and what I thought of the movie.
So here's what have I seen so far in past 9 days:

1. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (7.5/10)
A brilliant story that takes us on a journey of a man who ages reverse. Brilliant concept and acting by both Cate Blanchett and Brad Pitt. I thought it was superb.

2. The Day the Earth Stood Still (3/10)
A remake of the 1951 classic sci-fi film about an alien visitor and his giant robot counterpart who visit Earth. Even with Keanu Reaves, the fate of this film could not be salvaged. This was bad . Period.

3. Yuvvraaj (Hindi) (5.5/10)
Thee kind of stories dont work in these days but still it was pretty decent attempt. If nothing else, the locales in the film were brilliant and songs were very melodious.

4. Khela (Bengali) (6/10)
A film director, a bored housewife tired of her husband. The director plans a film with a child an din the process comes closer to understanding children , something he never was ready for. Manisha was decent, Prasanjeet was great and so was the kid.

5. The Reader (9/10)
BRILLIANT. Thats one word to describe this film. Nearly a decade after his affair with an older woman came to a mysterious end, law student Michael Burk re-encounters his former lover as she defends herself in a war-crime trial. How does Kate Winslet do it every time, its unbelievable.

6. Finding Amanda (5/10)
A television producer with a penchant for drinking and gambling is sent to Las Vegas to convince his troubled niece to enter rehab. A cross between drama, comedy and message, a short budget film which was a decent watch. Not bad

7. Things We Lost in the Fire (7/10)
I loved it. If only it was not stretched towards the end, I would have loved it more. A recent widow invites her husband's troubled best friend to live with her and her two children. As he gradually turns his life around, he helps the family cope and confront their loss. Hale Berry and Benicio Del Toro gave performances to die for.

8. The Princess Bride (7/10)
A very good mix of fantasy, modern day, fights, swordplay, evil prince, beautiful princess. I wasn't sure before the movie. But the movie is very very entertaining. Its a must for kids.

9. Sorry Bhai (Hindi) (7.5/10)
I really dont understand why people did not like this movie. It was so natural slice of life and very believable. Al the characters were so true and real. Brilliant performances specially by Sharman. I loved it. I love Onir's films

10. Karzzzz (Hindi) (3/10)
The less, the better. Awful acting, direction and songs. Everyone was so over the top. The plot was not developed properly ad the film it seemed was made just for the heck of it. Himesh bhai.. please hamein maaf karo.

11. Penelope (4/10)
A modern romantic tale about a young aristocratic heiress born under a curse that can only be broken when she finds true love with "one who will love her faithfully." It could have been so much better but somehow somewhere it lost the steam.

12. The Librarian: Quest for the Spear (7/10)
When a magical artifact is lifted from his library, a meek librarian sets out to ensure its safe return. Exactly the kind of films I like. Thanks to Manu for recommendation. Cheesy treasure hunt type. Perfect!!

13. Before the Devil Knows You're Dead (8.5/10)
When two brothers organize the robbery of their parents' jewelery store the job goes horribly wrong, triggering a series of events that sends them, their father and one brother's wife hurtling towards a shattering climax. Brilliant acting by Philip Seymour and Ethan Hawke, this film will keep you on your edges. Crisp editing and one of the best. MUST WATCH

PS: I see many many more 'my kind of' films than I will actually write here but there is a separate blog for those special films. If you are interested, I can send you the link. Read at your own risk.