Top Five Movies from 3/28/2014

Now this is a good week to see a movie in Central Illinois! There are arguably three movies worthy of taking the crown this week, that's how good it is. Originally opening in limited release on March 7, The Grand Budapest Hotel finnally makes its way to the area. Wes Anderson's latest opus has received some great reviews from both critics and moviegoers alike. The cast pulls from Anderson's deep roster of regulars and adds newcomers to the mix coming together to form an ascetically pleasing comedy unlike any you'll see this year. GBH is the movie of the week.

Bad Words takes the number two spot. Bad Words is another film that has been in limited release for a good amount of time that eventually worked its way to Central Illinois. Jason Bateman stars and makes his directorial debut in this R-rated black comedy. Bateman plays a 40-something who participates in a grade school spelling bee. Critics have thrown mixed reviews at the comedy but it's the funniest adult comedy since Anchorman 2. Any fan of Bateman should go out and enjoy Bad Words this weekend, they won't be disappointed.

The third movie I considered making number this week is Darren Aronofsky's Noah. The biblical epic will be huge at the box office this weekend and critics have been giving it very solid reviews. The cast is top notch with Russell Crowe, Anthony Hopkins, Emma Watson, and Jennifer Connelly all starring. Crowe plays the titular Noah and turns in a performance worthy of the classic bible story. Aronofsky doesn't stay directly to story from Genesis, few thought he would, adding an element of surprise to the your viewing.

Taking the last two slots are last week's number one and number two movies, Divergent and Muppets Most Wanted. Divergent had a huge weekend at the box office last week and it should be strong again this week. If you haven't seen it yet and are a fan of dystopian young adult novels go out and see it. It's a good watch. On the other hand, Mupputs Most Wanted was a bit of a disappointment at the box office last weekend. Muppets 2 is an enjoyable children's comedy with a little something added for mom and dad too.

1. The Grand Budapest Hotel
2. Bad Words
3. Noah
4. Divergent
5. Muppets Most Wanted

Published on 3/27/2014 10:22:14 PM