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As usual at the end of the year, THE RIVER AWARD is announced! The ranking of the best works of the year, chosen by readers of THE RIVER, a media specializing in overseas pop culture, has finally been completed.
From blockbuster movies to notable ones, which movies have received the most support this year? A big announcement in ranking format along with the passionate comments received from everyone. There are comments that nod and say, “I know, I know!'' and comments that lead to encounters, such as “I haven't seen the movie, but it's so great!''
A true popularity ranking that THE RIVER readers truly love, which cannot be measured by box office revenue or attendance numbers. Countdown from the top 20!
*Voting period: Wednesday, December 18, 2024 to Monday, December 30, 2024
Number of votes: 434 people
How to vote: Online. Vote for 3 works per person. 2 points for one of them and 1 point for each of the remaining two.
The Japanese release date is in parentheses.
As monsters and humans coexist, the unidentified creature secret agency Monarch detects an abnormal signal. Eventually, Godzilla's “above world'' and Kong's “underground cave'' intersect, and Godzilla, Kong, and humanity confront an unknown threat that has finally emerged.
“A beloved cerebral movie! The acting and facial expressions of the main character Kong! Also, enjoy the monster wrestling with actors ranging from heels to babies! You can enjoy it as a brain miso carappo!” (Bororobo)
“This is a monster festival movie full of new things, such as new monsters, new forms of Godzilla, and new weapons for Kong!” (Mr. Ishiken)
“Godzilla sleeping in the Colosseum is super cute” (EY)
The emotions and feelings inside my head that I have been watching over since I was a child. One day, when Riley is about to enter high school, a turning point in her life, adult emotions led by Shinpai appear. “For Riley's future, we don't need you anymore.” – Yorokobi and his friends are exiled due to Shinpai's rampage. The key to saving Riley, who is losing her sense of self in the “storm of emotions'' that ensues, is hidden in a “certain memory'' that sleeps deep within the vast world…
“I was gripped by the exciting scenes from the beginning, and the ending had a heartwarming twist.I think everyone had a lot of times in their adolescence where they destroyed themselves because of their sympathies.It’s a dark history that is painful even if you remember it now. It was a wonderful movie that saved me from all that and comforted my past self.'' (Mr. T)
“When I think that all kinds of emotions and memories, both good and bad, support me today, I feel very emotional.The first movie was a masterpiece, but this sequel was just as good. ” (Rocky J)
“Unlike the first film, I have children myself now, and it was great to watch the film from both sides: a parent's perspective of wondering what their children will go through, and my own adolescence, which I barely remember. I feel like I was able to do it.The climax was very moving because I was at the intersection of those two experiences.'' (Lorelai)
A motley team of weather experts, each with their own unique circumstances. They face the threat of gigantic tornadoes that occur one after another and cause merciless destruction.
“I'm in love with Grepa, who pretends to be an unpleasant guy but is actually a nice guy and a smart guy!” (taku3)
“The 4DX was especially great. My children got hooked on 4DX after seeing this movie, and I'm grateful to this movie for increasing the number of opportunities for us to watch movies together as a family.” (Representative of Curry Udon with Fukujinzuke) Mr. Miss)
“Japan is suffering from many natural disasters caused by low pressure, such as typhoons and backbuilding phenomena (sometimes called linear precipitation belts).I hope that experiments like theirs will bear fruit in the real world.'' When I thought about it, I couldn't stop being excited about the story that was depicted, in terms of entertainment, anticipation for the future, and the fact that Japan is a disaster-prone country. I think it was a wonderful work from all aspects.'' (Soki Yanagijima) Mr. Miss)
Adam is a screenwriter in his 40s who lost his parents in a traffic accident when he was 12 years old and lives in a tower apartment in London. Since then, he has lived a lonely life and is currently working on a script based on his memories of his parents. When he visits the house in the suburbs where he spent his childhood, he finds that his father and mother, who passed away 30 years ago, were still living there, just as they had been then. After that, Adam frequently visits his parents' house and enjoys a satisfying time, while falling in love with Harry, a mysterious young man who lives in the same apartment complex. However, those dream-like and lovely days did not last forever…
“A masterpiece that boldly transforms a masterpiece by a Japanese author into an extremely personal work! It is also a work that sincerely depicts loneliness and love, and features actors such as Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott, who are all the rage today. I couldn't resist the outstanding acting competition.'' (Sanosuke)
“It's a work that makes you feel love, solitude, loneliness and nostalgia. I'm glad I went to see it.” (Nuan)
“It was a movie that left a very personal impression on me, as if it entered my real-life memories.The visuals were also beautiful.'' (Mr. K)
British genius director Jonathan Glazer, who wowed movie fans with “Under the Skin'', adapted the novel of the same name by Martin Amis into a film. What is projected on the screen is a peaceful everyday life that can be found anywhere. However, the existence of the Auschwitz concentration camp, which is separated by just one wall, is steadily felt through sounds, smoke rising from buildings, casual conversations and glances of family members, and presences. Does the audience feel fear, anxiety, or apathy? What are the differences between the two worlds separated by a wall? What is the difference between them and families living peacefully? And what's the difference between you and them?
“I was shown a method of expression that is “conveying things by not expressing them.'' A sense of discomfort, eeriness, and brutality in a very beautiful landscape… I also read the original novel.” (Teteton)
“I don't think there's ever been a work where I thought the sound was so scary.'' This is a good work that uses the viewer's imagination to gradually increase the fear of the terrifying reality that lurks in the gap between image and sound. ” (Last Cowboy)
“I was taken aback by the sound that made me want to get out of my seat quickly and run away.It was the first time that I felt like I was stuck in a chair and couldn't move due to the unpleasant sound. It's worth it.'' (Maruka)
Being the two of us will lead to the world's destruction. Null, the god of nothingness and the destroyer of the world, who knows the secret hidden in Venom, appears as the biggest and deadliest enemy to separate the two! The story depicts the desperate escape of two people on the largest scale in the series, and the fierce battle with Null, the symbiote's creator, the strongest enemy who stands mercilessly in the way of Venom's secret. “He's my partner.” “Eddie, I'll be with you until the end.”
What is the final chapter (last dance) that the two of us will reach after the last desperate battle that turns the whole area into a sea of fire?
“It was a beautiful last dance that was perfect for the end of the trilogy. I'll never forget the love story between Eddie and Venom. I hope we can meet again somewhere someday.” (paradisekixx)
“I really enjoyed Venom and Eddie's final adventure, and I cried at the end.” (Otalbon)
“Venom!!! It won't end, right!!!?” (Kensan)
After being attacked by a giant lion while hunting, Kraven transforms into a ferocious hunter with the power of the “King of Beasts”. He eventually comes face to face with his father, a ruthless killer who rules the underworld.
“Leave aside the story and the fate of SSU's survival for now, and experience Aaron Taylor-Johnson's body, action, and sex appeal that even men admire for once!'' (4DAD)
“The action was great from the beginning of the prison escape scene. The back and forth cuts in the battle scene between Rhino and Kraven brought out Kraven's coolness to the fullest. It was screened at a time when the SSU series' reputation and box office revenue are currently poor. I would like to thank you for your support. I will continue to support the characters of SSU, including Craven. Please continue!” (Mr. T)
“This was the best Sony (SSU) production so far. All the actors were good in their roles, the main character Aaron's actions were good, and the ending made me want to see what happens next. I just hope that this is not the end of SSU. …” (Momo)
Arthur Fleck is in custody after killing five people. One day, while attending a music therapy program, he meets a mysterious woman, Lee. After interacting with her, the madness that had been suppressed within Arthur begins to run wild again.
“The ending was so beautiful and devastating. It was the most shocking thing I've seen in years, and made me realize that something like this could be done using the Joker theme. It's a wonderful work.” (Hodai) Mr. Miss)
“It's a film that has received a lot of criticism, but I love it just as much as 1.I like musical movies in the first place.Joaquin's acting was great this time as well, and Lady Gaga's acting was just as good. In the end, it was a wonderful movie that coldly and sincerely revealed that the “evil charisma'' that people think of cannot continue to exist, and that they will definitely face retribution. ” (CharonCrypto)
“It was a shocking ending that strongly urged the audience to return to reality and live their own lives.This film did not receive very high reviews from the public, but personally it left a lasting impression on me and I still can't stop watching it even after a week. It's the best movie of the year, so much so that I couldn't forget it and went to see it a second time.'' (Mio)
On the eve of Christmas Eve, Santa Claus, codenamed “Red One,'' is kidnapped. Callum, the captain of Santa Claus' escort, sets out to rescue Santa Claus in order to protect the children's precious Christmas.
“It's really interesting. A big favorite for Christmas 2024. Santa's personal guard teams up with the muscular Dwayne Johnson in a high-tech Santa world. I love the mix of action, comedy, and fantasy. Enemies It's interesting that the character is a snowman and the weapon is a snow globe.'' (TMK)
“There's no way it's not funny that adults are so seriously worried about how Christmas will go.Sometimes it's clever, sometimes it's forced, and there are some hilarious little stories. I also like the heart-warming part about how each person should cherish their Christmas, especially when it's the most important time of the year.I also want Garcia to give me a big, fluffy hug…” (Mitsu-san)
“It's a fantasy, and the way it's attacking the very edge that could even exist in reality is really brilliant, and I can't help but feel a rush of excitement over and over again that makes me feel like this is a Christmas movie!'' There are many Christmas movies every year, but this is a wonderful movie that both adults and children can enjoy and it makes me think that this is the best way to end the year 2024.'' (Paradisekixx)
The story takes place in 1970 at the prestigious Burton School near Boston. Everyone returns home to their families and spends Christmas and New Year. However, some had no choice but to stay. These lonely people each have their own reasons for not opening up to others. At the school, which is covered in snow, their relationship changes little by little, even as they rebel against each other.
“It's very difficult to express the fun of this movie with a synopsis or impressions, so I want you to watch it anyway! Each line and scene is so carefully crafted that after watching it, you'll think, “Wow, what a great movie I just watched!'' It's a masterpiece that fills you with quiet emotion!'' (EY)
“It was a wonderful movie that had a combination of warmth and loneliness in which the trio of musicians slowly communicated their hearts.'' (Teteton)
“I don't know if I've ever felt like I got to know the characters in a movie so well…This was a movie that made me think so. I think The Holdovers is a movie that resonates with our souls. It's a movie that hits you in a very deep place, but I also loved the way it made me laugh with its simple, sharp jokes and venomous words. ” (Azuki)