#13 - CATCH AND RELEASE

Plot: Jennifer Garner has emotional problems.
Why is this a contender for Best Movie. Ever?
Poignancy! A guilt-free tearjerker that combines memorable characters and performances with some very intriguing human moments. What would you do if your loved one passed on? Could you move on? Would you need guidance? Would you shack up with Kevin Smith? Tough questions that we all might need to face one day, and it's mesmerising to watch Garner tackle it. Not since Elektra has her acting been so impressive. Timothy Olyphant is pleasant as the romantic lead, and the scenery is oftentimes breathtaking, but what really gets to you is how believable the world of Catch and Release is. Make no mistake, this is melodrama. But it isn't a Hallmark midday movie either. it's a large step above, in no small part to it's cheeky sense of humour and fantastic cast.

Best scene: Kevin Smith recites a eulogy for Jennifer Garner's fiance which contains 26 references to The Empire Strikes Back and 9 references to The Breakfast Club.

This movie will capture your heart. And it won't release it.