Movies

I love movies, but I hate "blockbusters." I don't tend to like movies that everyone else likes. I like movies that speak about the human condition, movies that are quirky/offbeat, and movies that are beautifully filmed. The best movies are the ones that make you think, the ones that inspire creativity, and the ones that have more than just shallow humor. The best way I've found is to find a really good actor who isn't afraid of experimentation or indie films. For me, this would be Adrian Brody, Elijah Wood and Ewan McGregor. Sure, we've all seen The Pianist, Lord of the Rings, and Moulin Rouge (all good movies, nothing wrong with those), but if you delve deeper into their resume, you can find ones that are also very good like Dummy, Everything is Illuminated, and Down With Love. Just look at what's out there, look past what comes out at #1 (because, honestly, the majority of America is filled with a bunch of bloody idiots), and I hope you'll be pleasantly surprised.

Edit: I am not saying that all popular movies are bad, don't get me wrong. I love Lord of the Rings, it's my favorite movie of all time, and it happens to be very popular. What I am saying is there are so many more great movies out there other than the ones everyone sees, or heck, even the ones that come to big theaters. International, obscure and independent movies are something everyone should dabble in because I truly believe there are better movies out there than just the ones the general public accepts. The general public is not always wrong, however, because there are some fantastic movies that the majority of people like. If all you like is Watchmen, 300, I am Legend, The Hangover, and Forgetting Sarah Marshall, talk to me and I'll help you fix this (haha), but if you like those movies on top of some that are not as popular, or more artsy or deep, then we're cool =)

“The fact that an opinion has been widely held is no evidence whatsoever that it is not utterly absurd.” - Bertrand Russel