I have been on a bit of a David Fincher kick recently. When you devour his movies, you're served a platter of distinct intentions, colorful characters, and calculated camera movements. It's easy to get lost in his world because once you're inside his movies, they shut the door on you. You have to watch them. There's a compulsion behind how badly he wants to keep your attention. It was hard to make a list of the best David Fincher movies; all I had was my opinion. Let's dive in. 1. ZodiacI remember crossing the parking lot after seeing this movie on a date. I was alone, trying to get my 1996 Honda Civic door open. The keys just shaking in my hands as I try to get them into the car lock. It's a movie that shakes you and never lets go. 2. The Social NetworkI was at BU when this came out. I saw the movie in Harvard Square, which was a little on the nose. At the time, I wasn't sure about it. So I went back. And back. And back. And every time I do, I notice something new and deep about the movie I never saw before. 3. SevenI was lucky enough to see the 4K remaster in theaters this year, and it was so pristine. This is one of those movies I love watching with people who are seeing it for the first time. They have so many hot takes and so many theories, but...
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