The history of cinema has always been closely connected with the cultural and mental traditions of mankind, and from the list of the most popular paintings it was possible to determine what is now most important for us in the world. Movies of the comedy genre are very indicative in this regard. They perfectly convey not only the level of development of the art of cinema, but also important problems and aspects of life for people. What we laugh at will tell us who we are. What were the best comedies of the 21st century in his first decade? Let's try to describe them.
TOP 10 best comedies of the century
Analyzing the movie premieres of the last ten or twelve years, you can find a mountain of standard consumer goods in the field of comedy films. Nevertheless, the list of the best films of this genre impresses with its seriousness and very high level. TOP-10 “Best Comedies of the 21st Century” includes funny and sad stories, friendship and betrayal, sincerity and falsehood, love of life, amazing encounters and funny situations are intertwined. Here is the list:
The 10th line was taken by the French film “Beaver is neighing!”. This is a fun and kind story about how a person's idea of life can change when he finds himself in a completely different corner of the country for himself. People here perceive everything differently, their values at first surprise and repel, but over time, all stereotypes collapse, giving way to sincerity and true friendship.
At the 9th position is a film from the same country - the French reckless comedy "Unlucky". This film was shot in the best traditions of this genre, and the favorites of all Gerard Depardieu and Jean Renault starred. A funny and unusual story about the strange friendship of a silent killer and a simple eccentric thug who together escape from prison and end up in the most unpredictable situations.
The Russian film “What Men Talk About” entered the TOP-10 on the 8th step. A simple and absolutely unremarkable plot has turned, thanks to the screenwriters of the film, into a unique kaleidoscope of jokes, funny life situations and kind sparkling humor. What is really important for a man, what they think, chat, and how they live - all this is shown hilariously and cheerfully, against the background of a warm and close real male friendship. This tape is deservedly included in the best comedies of the 21st century around the world.
The picture of German production with the unusual name “Good buy, Lenin!” Climbed into 7th place. This film, with a bias in social issues, is a model of amazing modern satire. He talks about the events of 1990, when the GDR ceased to exist. An elderly woman missed these events due to illness, and her son, fearing for her mother’s heart, gives her the illusion of real life in Soviet Germany. A wonderful atmospheric film that deservedly received many awards and recognition.
And Polish cinema was also marked by the creation of one of the best comedies of the 21st century - “Psycho Day”. This is a complex and multifaceted story, which reveals the internal problems of the individual in a rather rigid satirical style.
The kind and romantic movie “Real Love” is a collection of good, funny, sad and unique stories about the warmest and most tender feeling on earth. According to the ratings of film enthusiasts, it takes fifth place. The best comedies of the 21st century are very kind and touching.
Til Schweiger's excellent German film on how sincerity and openness can overcome all limitations and frameworks, and what seems crazy and strange, is really just real, in 4th position. A kind and warm story, after which you just want to smile. And German viewers believe that this work should be included in the best comedies of all time.
The third place was confidently taken by the original and light film “Terminal”, with Tom Hanks in the title role. In the best comedies of the 21st century, he simply could not help but enter. A very unusual story from the life of a simple person who fell into a strange and unlike anything situation - he turned out to be a citizen of a non-existent country. Living at the airport of an American metropolis, he finds work, friends and even love.
Tom Hanks also appears in the comedy, which became the second in the ranking - “Catch Me If You Can.” The plot, based on real events, tells about a talented financial fraudster who made friends with his pursuer as a policeman, like a son with his father.
And in the first place - a new impressive film that touched the hearts of millions of people around the world. This is a picture of "1 + 1", or "The Untouchables." A true, lifeful and exciting story about how laughter and sincerity can restore a love of life to a person who is chained forever in a wheelchair. A touching and emotional picture that can only be attributed to comedy thanks to its soft and kind humor, but truly the best of all in this millennium, in all genres and directions.
The 21st century has just begun, but so many different events have already happened in it that it is difficult to assess where the world is now moving. Cinema, and in particular its comedy genre, dispel this fog a little. Despite the hustle and bustle of mediocrity, in the third millennium people learned to truly appreciate human relations, sincerity and kindness, and this is the most important thing.