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REDNOW FAVORITES 2007: Films of Wonder  Hot PDF Print E-mail
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Written by rednoW Staff   
Thursday, 27 December 2007
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rednoW Favorites 2007.

Life has a rhythm to it - the changing seasons (for those of us who live in a part of the world where they actually change) remind us that everything has its time. As 2007 comes to a close and 2008 stands at the door knocking with the unknown in tow, we here at rednoW are feeling that ‘tis the season to reflect on what caused us to wonder this year [yes that means we are wondering about wondering...we can't help ourselves].

We aren't making a ‘Best of 2007' list in the sense that this is an exhaustive list of all things good - it is simply what we happened to engage with in 2007 that has caused us to think more about what is going on in this world, in our lives and what's behind it all.

Film.

Few things cultivate wonder in us more than the marriage of story, images and song. This year brought many films that made us laugh, cry, call our congressmen, love people better, and otherwise contemplate our lives. If you are looking for a way to bring a little wonder into your rental cue, allow us to make a few recommendations from the year that has been.

The following "Films of Wonder" are compiled largely by our fellow contributor and film critic Craig Detweiler , with additions made by the rednoW team. Rather than some sort of ranking, they are listed by US release date - if they made the list, we think they are worth your time and money. But do check back on New Years Eve when we announce our rednoW album (and film) of the year.

Think we missed something? Tell us what and why....we're all ears.


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For more information on many of the following films and to take a peak at Craig's "Wonder-filled" & "Dread-Filled" Best of 2007 lists, check out his blog here or the "more info" in the list below.

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rednoW Favorite Features 2007:

 

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The Lives of Others [Dec 1, 2006]

DVD RELEASE: Aug 21, 2007

Why? More info...

 

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Black Snake Moan [Mar 2, 2007]

DVD RELEASE: Aug 21, 2007

Why? More info...

 

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Zodiac [Mar 17]

DVD Release: Jul 24, 2007

Why? More info...

 

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The Lookout [Mar 17]

DVD Release: Aug 14, 2007

Why? More info...

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Away From Her [May 4]

DVD Release: Sep 11, 2007

Why? More info...

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Once [May 16]

DVD Release: Dec 18, 2007

Why? More info...

rednoW: Featured Article

 

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Ratatouille [Jun 29]

DVD Release: Nov 6, 2007

Why? More info...

 

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Rescue Dawn [Jul 4]

DVD Release: November 20, 2007

Why? More info...

 

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The Bourne Ultimatum [Aug 3]

DVD Release: December 11, 2007

Why? More info...

rednoW: Featured Article

 

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Rocket Science [Aug 10]

DVD Release: January 29, 2008

Why? More info...

 

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3:10 to Yuma [Sep 7]

DVD Release: January 8, 2008

Why? More info...

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Into the Wild [Sep 21]

DVD Release: February 12, 2008

Why? More info... and here:

rednoW: Featured Article

 

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Michael Clayton [Oct 5]

DVD Release: February 18, 2008

Why? More info...

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Lars and the Real Girl [Oct 12]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

Why? More info...

rednoW: Featured Article

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Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead [Oct 26]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

Why? More info...

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American Gangster [Nov 2]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

Why? More info...

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No Country for Old Men [Nov 9]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

Why? More info...

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Enchanted [Nov 21]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

Why? More info...

 

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I'm Not There [Nov 21]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

rednoW: Featured Article

 

 

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The Diving Bell and the Butterfly [Nov 30]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

Why? More info...

 

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Juno [Dec 5]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

Why? More info...

 

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Sweeney Todd [Dec 21]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

Why? More info...

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There Will Be Blood [Dec 26]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

Why? More info...

 

rednoW Favorite Docs 2007:

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God Grew Tired Of Us [Jan 12]

DVD Release: August 14, 2007


 

Devil Came on Horseback [Jul 25]

DVD Release: October 30, 2007

Why? More info...

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No End in Sight [Jul 27]

DVD Release: October 30, 2007

Why? More info...

 

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For The Bible Tells Me So [Oct 5]

DVD Release: February 19, 2008

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Heima [Oct 5]

DVD Release: December 4, 2007

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My Kid Could Paint That [Oct 5]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

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Nanking [Oct 19]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

Why? More info...

 

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War/Dance [Nov 9]

DVD Release: April 15, 2008

Why? More info...

 

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What Would Jesus Buy [Nov 16]

DVD Release: (Not Announced)

rednoW: Featured Article

 

 




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written by feebs , January 02, 2008
you must be joking about ratatoiulle. either that or you didn't watch it. not worth the time.
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written by Eric Kuiper , January 02, 2008
The selection of ‘For The Bible…’ [and all the other films on our list] is not based on it being ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ – we chose it because it took a look at tension around this issue through the lens of the family members of the people most directly affected by the debate. Too often these types of theological debates are waged between people who are distanced from the pain they are causing. This film bravely walks into the middle of it and shares it with its audience. This makes it a film that demands engagement….
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written by Jack , January 01, 2008
Are you saying that you agree with the message of the film, 'For the Bible tells me so?"
Great List
written by E. I. Sanchez , December 31, 2007
I've bookmarked this list! Black Snake Moan was one movie that fell off my radar. I read a Ben Witherington review and he liked it as well. I'm going to netflix it...

Edgar.

p.s. I see Juno but no Bella?





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