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COMEDIES FROM 2010s
The Nice Guys (2016)
Private eye Holland March (Gosling) reluctantly strikes a partnership with hired gunman Jackson Healy (Russell Crowe) as they try to solve the disappearance of the same woman (Margaret Qualley).
"The Nice Guys" was received as a well-executed buddy-cop comedy that made the most of its lead stars.
In his review for Little White Lies, Adam Woodward called it a "defiantly old-school action comedy that delivers big where it really counts."
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
The Cabin in the Woods (2012)
In this horror-comedy, five friends head out to a rural cabin for a fun college vacation, but from creepy locals to cursed artifacts in their basement, all signs seem to point to danger.
Praising its self-aware campiness, critics said "The Cabin in the Woods" worked on many levels.
"It functions as horror, comedy, and as a deconstructionist essay on genre filmmaking," Brent McKnight wrote for The Last Thing I See. "Remarkably clever, more hilarious than I expected, and gory enough to sate horror fanatics of all varieties."
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
Inside Llewyn Davis (2013)
An underappreciated folk singer named Llewyn Davis (Oscar Isaac) travels in and out of 1960s New York looking for success, meaning, and a missing cat.
Fueled by the Coen brothers' trademark wit and innovative direction, "Inside Llewyn Davis" was received as a unique comedic drama.
"It's like a short story you fall into for a time, but when you come back out of it, little of the tale stays with you," Molly Templeton wrote for Eugene Weekly.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
American Hustle (2013)
Set mainly in the height of the 1970s, "American Hustle" follows con artists Sydney Prosser (Amy Adams) and Irving Rosenfeld (Bale) as they are forced to cooperate with FBI agent Richie DiMaso (Cooper) or face life in jail.
Fun storytelling choices and moments of levity from its hit ensemble cast led to plenty of praise from critics.
"Ambitious even as it studies, exploits, and explodes ambition, 'American Hustle' is as good as any American film this year," Tom Long wrote for the Detroit News. "It's also a lot of fun."
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected) (2017)
In this comedic drama, three middle-aged siblings — Danny (Adam Sandler), Matthew (Ben Stiller), and Jean (Elizabeth Marvel) — compete for the respect and attention of their father Harold Meyerowitz (Dustin Hoffman).
With realistic dialogue and inspired acting performances, "The Meyerowitz Stories" was reviewed as a must-see picture.
"Richly textured, three-dimensional characters mesh well with actor chemistry that is infectious to watch," Tom Kiesecoms wrote for Screen Anarchy.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
Frances Ha (2013)
When her roommate (Mickey Sumner) moves out and leaves her in a lurch, aspiring dancer Frances (Greta Gerwig) crashes on couches and falls in and out of love during a turbulent year in Brooklyn, New York.
A comedic drama about growing pains and self-exploration, "Frances Ha" was described as both refreshing and rare.
"'Frances Ha' — both the movie and its heroine — is graceful, awkward, luminous, and hilarious," Philippa Hawker wrote in her review for the Sydney Morning Herald.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
Sorry to Bother You (2018)
Cassius Green (Lakeith Stanfield) gets more than he bargained for when he rises through the ranks of a telemarketing company and meets the conniving executives at the top.
With creative commentaries on wealth disparity, racism, and corporate greed, "Sorry to Bother You" was more than meets the eye for a lot of critics.
"'Sorry to Bother You' is as much a character-driven story about the gentrification of Oakland — and the Bay Area writ large — as it is an absurdist anti-capitalist fable," Hannah Giorgis wrote for The Atlantic.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
Thor: Ragnarok (2017)
In the third "Thor" movie, the titular Norse god (Chris Hemsworth) attempts to save his homeworld of Asgard from his half-sister Hela's (Cate Blanchett) evil clutches, but first he has to fight his way out of a battle planet with Hulk's (Ruffalo) help.
Enthralling and consistently funny, "Thor: Ragnarok" was hailed as a new high for the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
"Witty, action-heavy, and beautiful to look at, Thor: Ragnarok is another clear winner for the Marvel Cinematic Universe," Leigh Monson wrote for Substream Magazine.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
50/50 (2011)
Adam Lerner (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) tries to take his shocking cancer diagnosis in stride, but a crush on his new therapist (Kendrick) complicates matters.
Funny but also delicately rendered, critics called "50/50" a winning dramatic comedy that balanced its ups and downs with care.
"This frequently funny and moving film proves humor can be wrung from tricky subjects, providing it's done with sufficient thoughtfulness and wit," Robbie Collin wrote for the Daily Telegraph.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
The Favourite (2018)
In this dark comedy, a royal confidante and adviser (Rachel Weisz) and an ambitious new servant (Emma Stone) vie for the affections of Queen Anne (Olivia Colman) as Great Britain wages war with France.
Brimming with dark humor and unique dialogue, the period comedy proved to be an instant hit with critics who appreciated its oddball spirit and riveting cast.
"As well as being [Lanthimos'] biggest production so far, this is by far his most pleasurable, with three Oscar-worthy performances," Sandra Hall wrote for the Sydney Morning Herald.
Koalas can sleep for up to 22 hours a day.
Koala need more sleep than most animals, because their diet of eucalyptus leaves contain toxins, are very low in nutrition, and high in fibrous matter – so they take a large amount of energy to digest!
Swifts spend most of their lives flying in the air, and can fly for almost an entire year, without ever landing.
A study showed that over a 10-month period, a swift stopped for just 2 hours.
Even after having its head cut off, a cockroach can still live for weeks.
Even stranger, a cockroach’s head can actually survive by itself for a few hours, too.
A group of parrots is known as a pandemonium.
And the collective noun for porcupines, is a prickle.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
Blindspotting (2018)
On the final days of his probation, Collin (Daveed Diggs) witnesses a murder at the hands of the police and grapples with staying silent, worrying all the while that his explosive friend, Miles (Rafael Casal), will drag them both into trouble.
According to critics, "Blindspotting" was an inventive mix of drama, comedy, rap, and social commentary.
"What feels like the most slept-on film of 2018, 'Blindspotting' is, above all else, a magnificent performance piece," wrote Slash Film critic Siddhant Adlakha.
Cows poo up to 15 times a day, which can be as much as 115 pounds of manure per day, or approximately 21 tons per year.
The large quantities are often put to good use, though – manure, to fertilizer, to fuel, or biogas to create electricity and heat for developing parts of the world.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
The Edge of Seventeen (2016)
When Nadine (Hailee Steinfeld) finds out that her best friend (Haley Lu Richardson) is dating her older brother (Jenner), she spirals into an existential crisis driven by despair and teenage angst.
Critics observed that "The Edge of Seventeen" harkened back to classic teen comedies of the 1980s while adding a few fresh ingredients.
The Times critic Kate Muir called it, "A terrific teen comedy with the traditional feel of John Hughes's 'Sixteen Candles' and 'Pretty in Pink.'"
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
The Muppets (2011)
Gary (Jason Segel), Mary (Adams), and Walter (voiced by Peter Linz) travel across the country to get the Muppets back together after a conniving oilman Tex Richman (Chris Cooper) plans to demolish Muppet Studios.
"The Muppets" was described by critics as delightfully zany and fun for the whole family.
"It's never cloying or too knowing," wrote Guardian critic Henry Barnes. "Cynicism and wariness are real-world concerns that have no place among the foam and felt."
Life without challenges would be monotonous and less meaningful
Without challenges, we would not grow and develop
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
Sing Street (2016)
Set in 1985, "Sing Street" follows Dublin teenager Cosmo (Ferdia Walsh-Peelo) as he forms a rock band to win the attention of his crush (Lucy Boynton).
A charming story with endearing characters and memorable music, "Sing Street" checked critics' boxes across the board.
"A delightful coming-of-age tale that both celebrates young love and laments how quickly the fire of youth can be snuffed out," Rupert Hawksley reviewed for the Telegraph.
Every challenge brings valuable lessons that shape our character
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
Enough Said (2013)
Single parents Eva (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) and Albert (James Gandolfini) are on the brink of falling in love, but Eva's new friendship with Albert's ex-wife (Catherine Keener) throws a wrench in their relationship.
It garnered bittersweet reception due to Gandolfini's subsequent death that same year, but "Enough Said" proved to be one of his warmest comedic films yet.
"'Enough Said' keeps us laughing and rooting for this season's top romantic odd couple: Julie Louis-Dreyfus and the late James Gandolfini," David Lamble wrote for the Bay Area Reporter.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
What We Do in the Shadows (2015)
In this horror-comedy, a camera crew documents the daily lives of four vampire roommates.
Taika Waititi's pitch-perfect spoof on monster movies, "What We Do in the Shadows" was bolstered by its hilarious cast.
"The New Zealand-made art comedy 'What We Do in the Shadows' is a bracing reminder of how the right burst of energy and style breathes fresh ideas into a genre threatened with creative exhaustion," Patrick McGavin wrote for the Chicago Sun-Times.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
Booksmart (2019)
When Molly (Beanie Feldstein) and Amy (Kaitlyn Dever) realize that their popular classmates got accepted into the same elite colleges they studied so hard to attend, they decide to let loose for a wild night of partying.
Critics praised "Booksmart" for being a fun, quirky addition to the coming-of-age genre with a likable pair of leads.
"A solid [directorial] debut for Olivia Wilde, but really puts Dever and Feldstein on the map," Hannah Woodhead wrote for Little White Lies.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
The Peanut Butter Falcon (2019)
After Zak (Zack Gottsagen) leaves life in a nursing home in the hopes of meeting his favorite wrestler (Thomas Haden Church), he befriends an outsider named Tyler (Shia LaBeouf).
Critics had nothing but love for "The Peanut Butter Falcon," calling it a winning comedic drama with well-earned emotion.
Film critic Charlotte Harrison called it "simply wonderful."
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
Dolemite is My Name (2019)
Set in the 1970s, this dramatic comedy follows performer Rudy Ray Moore (Eddie Murphy) on a journey through show business as he reinvents himself with a new persona.
In the capable hands of Murphy, "Dolemite Is My Name" shined as a heartfelt and hilarious film.
"This riotous, poignant, and uplifting true story couldn't have been told half as well without the singular magnetism and intensity of Eddie Murphy at its heart," Brad Newsome wrote for the Sydney Morning Herald.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
Knives Out (2019)
After a wealthy patriarch dies under suspicious circumstances, detectives Blanc (Daniel Craig) and Elliot (Stanfield) investigate the crime by interviewing the victim's greedy relatives, but his caretaker Marta (Ana de Armas) may know more than she lets on.
With winding twists and compelling cinematography, "Knives Out" took critics along for a wild ride.
"'Knives Out' is a whole lot of fun, intended to keep the audience off-balance right up until the finish," Brian Lowry reviewed for CNN. "It's a razor-sharp throwback from writer-director Rian Johnson."
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
Spider-bit teen Miles Morales (voiced by Shameik Moore) gains new abilities as multiple versions of Spider-Man (voiced by Jake Johnson, Nicolas Cage, and more) are dropped in the middle of New York City.
"Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse" was praised for its cutting edge animation design and sweet central characters.
"This film manages the delicate feat of embracing its source material while also satirizing it," Lawrence Ware wrote for the New York Times.
COMEDIES FROM 2010s
Don't Think Twice (2016)
Career envy grows within a New York City improv troupe when only one of them (Keegan-Michael Key) is approached by an agent to star in a nationwide TV show.
Insightful and told through an honest lens, "Don't Think Twice" was a grounded approach to comedy.
"'Don't Think Twice' runs you through a gamut of emotions without any bitterness, only earnestness," wrote film critic Sean Mulvihill.