Best. Film. of. 2008. Period.

Rating: 10/10 (23 January 2009)

Without a doubt, no other film of 2008 will be able to title itself as the very best of the calendar year. Certainly, this is a subjective question, but after experiencing this wondrous achievement, I can't imagine anyone picking another film but this as best picture of 2008. British director Danny Boyle perfectly crafted this picture and it is more than just a great story but also a great movie. It is entirely entertaining and will certainly lift your spirits as well. All the actors, whether Dev Patel as Jamal, Freida Pinto as Latika, or any of the rest of the cast, young and old, are perfectly cast and completely bring us into this world of poverty, dirtiness, sadness, and hope.
So, I say you must see Slumdog Millionaire before the Oscars are announced. I can say with confidence it will win Best Picture, but you owe it to yourself to experience the expert storytelling, acting, directing, visual style, and music that wraps you up and transports you to a feeling of exhilaration and joy. For all that it is worth, this is the best film of 2008 and one of the best I have ever seen. It is written.