Will be adding to this list with every new year-end list from 44.
2018:
"As 2018 draws to a close, I’m continuing a favorite tradition of mine and sharing my year-end lists. It gives me a moment to pause and reflect on the year through the books, movies, and music that I found most thought-provoking, inspiring, or just plain loved. It also gives me a chance to highlight talented authors, artists, and storytellers – some who are household names and others who you may not have heard of before. Here’s my best of 2018 list - I hope you enjoy reading, watching, and listening."
2019:
"Next up are my favorite movies and TV shows of 2019. This year's list includes…
Will be adding to this list with every new year-end list from 44.
2018:
"As 2018 draws to a close, I’m continuing a favorite tradition of mine and sharing my year-end lists. It gives me a moment to pause and reflect on the year through the books, movies, and music that I found most thought-provoking, inspiring, or just plain loved. It also gives me a chance to highlight talented authors, artists, and storytellers – some who are household names and others who you may not have heard of before. Here’s my best of 2018 list - I hope you enjoy reading, watching, and listening."
2019:
"Next up are my favorite movies and TV shows of 2019. This year's list includes everything from explorations of class dynamics and relationships, to an inspired reboot of a classic graphic novel, to a portal back to one of the most special places in history - an Aretha Franklin concert. Of course, there's also American Factory, a film from our own production company, Higher Ground, that was recently shortlisted for an Oscar. It's our first offering in partnership with Netflix, and I'm excited about the other projects we've got in the works. Here's the full list:"
"And a quick list of TV shows that I considered as powerful as movies:
Fleabag: Season 2
Unbelievable
Watchmen"
2020:
"Like everyone else, we were stuck inside a lot this year, and with streaming further blurring the lines between theatrical movies and television features, I've expanded the list to include visual storytelling that I've enjoyed this year, regardless of format."
TV shows not on Letterboxd:
Better Call Saul
The Boys
The Good Place
2021:
"Each of these films tells a powerful story, and I hope you enjoy them as much as I did."
2022:
"I saw some great movies this year - here are some of my favorites. What did I miss?"
2023:
"Earlier this year, writers and actors went on strike to advocate for better working conditions and protections. It led to important changes that will transform the industry for the better.
Here are some films that reflect their hard work over the last year - including some like Rustin, American Symphony, and Leave the World Behind that we were proud to release through Higher Ground.
What films did I miss?
*Update 12/30: I just saw The Color Purple and loved it. I'm adding it to this list as one of my favorite movies of the year."
2024:
"Here are a few movies I'd recommend checking out this year."
2025:
"As 2025 comes to a close, I'm continuing a tradition that I started during my time in the White House: sharing my annual lists of favorite books, movies, and music. I hope you find something new to enjoy - and please send any recommendations for me to check out!"
