John Waters names his 10 favourite films of 2024
A suitably eclectic list.
Film Archives: 12/2024
The first movie Tom Hanks made because he could: “This is the type of artist who I want to be”
This classic came about when Hanks could call his own shot for the first time.
The controversial comedian who wanted to punch Quentin Tarantino in the face: “They aren’t going to help you when I see you”
This funnyman threatened QT with bodily harm in 2012.
The role Denzel Washington thinks he deserved an Oscar for: “I gave up, I got bitter”
A struggle for recognition.
The director who made Julianne Moore feel seen: “He really honours the female experience”
A much-needed voice in cinema.
The career-defining movie Clint Eastwood was told not to make: “Get rid of it fast”
Clint thankfully ignored this advice.
The acting role Robert De Niro convinced Martin Scorsese to play: “Everyone was against it”
He needed a little push.
The movie that embarrassed Ang Lee: “It was brutal for them”
Lee had a few embarrassing moments on this set, but it was all for the best.