6. Wonder Woman

The DCEU got off to a terrible start, and it took the brilliance of Patty Jenkins and the beauty and talent of Gal Gadot to finally right the ship. Fans were skeptical of Wonder Woman prior to its release, and it’s hard to blame them. After sitting through atrocities like Batman v Superman and Suicide Squad, there was a little reason to believe that the DCEU would churn out of quality film. Once Wonder Woman hit theaters, all sense of doubt was immediately ripped away. From start to finish, it is a fantastic film that was easily one of the year’s best.

From one scene to the next, Wonder Woman hit all the right notes, and it became a global juggernaut in terms of box office returns. With Justice League receiving a rather poor reception from critics, it appears as though the DCEU is back to its old ways. Nevertheless, we fully expect Patty Jenkins to once again hit a grand slam when the sequel to Wonder Woman hits theaters in a few years.

7. The Lego Batman Movie

Did anyone actually expect this movie to be this good? The Lego Batman movie was one of the most entertaining films that was released this year. It was a film that didn’t take itself too seriously, and it was a film that gave an earnest and fantastic portrayal of Batman. Sure, there are tons of moments that are completely over-the-top and embellished for the sake of comedy, but that does little to impact the overall film itself. Instead of a long drawn-out story about an older Bruce Wayne who’s beefing with Clark Kent, fans were treated to an introspective story about family and overcoming doubts and fears.

From one scene to the next, The Lego Batman Movie gave longtime Batman fans plenty of Easter eggs to sink their teeth into. It had no issues with poking fun at itself and the character’s history, and it was one of the more enjoyable theater experiences that most people had this year.

8. I Am Not Your Negro

This documentary was nothing short of incredible. When it was released in February, I Am Not Your Negro put the entertainment industry on notice with its powerful message and incredible imagery. Documentaries don’t often set the box office on fire, and I Am Not Your Negro will never be looked at as a box office powerhouse. Made with a budget of $1 million, this film would go on to pull down $7.4 million at the box office. We have included a number of lighter films on this list, but believe us when we say that this film will have a huge emotional impact on you.

Because its initial festival release was in September of 2016, I Am Not Your Negro found itself being nominated for an Academy Award in 2017. Even though it didn’t take home the prestigious award, the nomination alone should tell you the caliber of film that you will be watching. Watching a documentary that focuses on the history of racism in the United States can be a truly powerful experience, and director Raoul Peck did an amazing job.

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