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From Lion Kings to Lethal Lisbeth -- Julie's 10 Favorite Films of 2011

From Lion Kings to Lethal Lisbeth -- Julie's 10 Favorite Films of 2011

Truth be told, I don't enjoy ranking films -- especially at the end of a year that disappointingly lacked a single title that moved me to tears, gut-busting laughter or some kind of profound existential realization. (However there were quite a few films that inspired hopelessness for the future of cinema. See Just Go With It and Bucky Larson: Born To Be a Star. Actually, don't see them.) But there were some titles I'd recommend and even some I wouldn't immediately regift if they found their way under my Christmas tree/menorah this season. Behold, my fave films of 2011. As always, let me know how much you disagree with this list in the space below.

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Idiot Carjacker Arrested by Plainclothes Cop, Blames Dark Knight Rises Script

Idiot Carjacker Arrested by Plainclothes Cop, Blames Dark Knight Rises Script

The city of Pittsburgh has Chris Nolan's Dark Knight Rises production to thank for making it snow in summer and giving newlyweds an unforgettable Kodak moment. Now, in the grand spirit of the Dark Knight Catwoman robber, comes news that a Pittsburgh man was arrested for carjacking in the name of Batman. Isn't this viral marketing going a little too far, fellas?

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