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Kenneth Turan: Film Trends for 2004
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Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan says that while 2004 was a relatively poor year for quality films, there were some documentaries and animated films that stood out — and some of the most notable films (though not necessarily the best) were also the most controversial.
Turan's Picks for Noteworthy Films of 2004:
The Passion of the Christ
Fahrenheit 9/11
Sideways
Kinsey
Million Dollar Baby
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The Incredibles
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