Article: Top 10 Hidden Gems Films Volume 3

10.Pinocchio (Robert Zemeckis)

A puppet is brought to life by a fairy, who assigns him to lead virtuous life in order to become a real boy. Despite the musical element doesn’t really work this is still eye catching, the story is brilliant with amazing CGI/SFX that look realistic, it is enjoyable and this is a family viewing type of film, if you wanted a light-hearted film this is ideal for you.

9.John Carter

Transported to Barsoom, a Civil War vet discovers a barren planet seemingly inhabited by 12 – foot tall barbarians. Finding himself prisoner of these creatures, he escapes, only to encounter Woola and a princess in desperate need of a saviour. Epic style of film which is action packed. It never loses the story and that is the key, it also deals with the time traveling aspect and that is refreshing, in general this film is so underrated, the set pieces are outstanding and exciting.

8.Hotel For Dogs

Two siblings who are forbidden to bring animals home secretly take in stray dogs at an abandoned hotel, thus creating an ideal shelter by transforming the hotel into an incredible paradise for dogs. Some people will like this and some don’t as this will divide people, it is cute and heartwarming that will capture your heart, the two lead have got superb chemistry together, the story is simple as this is easy to watch.

7.Friends With Benefits

A young man and woman decide to take their friendship to the next level without becoming a couple, but soon discover that adding sex only leads to complications. Another film that will divide people, this isn’t your average rom com which I admire as this is different, the two lead have got excellent chemistry together, if you wanted a different romantic film this is ideal for you.

6.United 93

A real – time account of the events on United Flight 93, one of the planes hijacked on September 11^th, 2001, that crashed near Shanksville, Pennsylvania when passengers foiled the terrorist plot. Could be hard to watch for some people but this is totally unpredictable, it silently draws you in from start to finish, once you watch this you will always remember this, this is memorable.

5.DC League Of Super – Pets

Krypto the Super – Dog and Superman are inseparable best friends, sharing the same superpowers and fighting crime side by side in Metropolis. However, Krypto must master his own powers for a rescue mission when Superman is kidnapped. Heartfelt and funny animation film with cute animals, it might not be for everyone but it has got a multilayered story, the vocal in this film is superb and brim with comic one liner, this also suitable for a family viewing.

4.Superman Returns

Superman returns to Earth after spending five years in space examining his home world Krypton. But he finds things have changed while he was gone, and he must once again prove himself important to the world. Perfectly paced character driven superhero film, it is action packed but it never loses the story itself, the villain is certainly memorable and this film feel totally epic, this is the ultimate action film as it got all those elements in this film.

3.Dumplin’

Willowdean (“Dumplin”), the plus – size teenage daughter of a former beauty queen, signs up for her mom’s Miss Teen Bluebonnet pageant as a protest that escalates when other contestants follow her footsteps, revolutionizing the pageant and their small Texas town. Underdog type of film which is enjoyable, it is relatable due to the personal journey aspect and people will connect with that. The main lead is likeable as the casting is spot on, it is a feel-good film and this will made you smile, overall, this is light-hearted and watchable.

2.I kill Giants

Twelve-year-old Barbara Thorson struggles through life by escaping into a fantasy life of magic and monsters. One of those film that will leave you a lasting impression on you, it deals with the mental illness as well as this never feel forced or too sentimental, I personally connect with the personal journey aspect, the main lead is likeable as you will care about with these characters.

1.Kubo And The Two Strings

A young boy named Kubo must locate a magical suit of armour worn by his late father in order to defeat a vengeful spirit from the past. Eye catching film with stunning scenery, the theme of the film is finding yourself, coming of age, death and loss. I connect with that and people will find this film relatable, the ending will move you and it is beautiful, it is another film that will leave you a lasting impression on you.