🎬 Reviewing + Ranking ALL of David Fincher's Films | Part 1

[@Usedtobebillie]

Zodiac is a perfect movie, and it's not just technical craft, it's the acting, the script, the score, the suspence, the way the movie builds and keeps you in the edge all the time. I've watched 3 times, with all due respect calling this movie "too long" It's nonsense, it flies by. The basement scene it's the scary scene ever put to film in my humble opinion.

[@Wolfe-zl4ld]

Zodiac is my favorite of Fincher's

[@noelvaldez96]

Mine too!

[@Fatpie42]

Why?

[@Wolfe-zl4ld]

@@Fatpie42 I deeply love murder mystery movies, and the Zodiac is by far my favorite simply because it's real, and when the real is as gripping and terrifying as the story of the Zodiac Killer, it enthrals in a way that fiction can’t. Not to mention its accuracy. I don't get scared easily, but that basement scene is one of the most unnerving experiences I've ever had watching a movie. I would also go as far as to say that Zodiac is the best portrayal of obsession that I have seen depicted on film. From a filmmaking standpoint, everything is perfect. I could go on and on, but I don't want to end up writing an essay in the KZbin comment section. 😂

[@Fatpie42]

@@Wolfe-zl4ld Interesting. But murder mysteries set out a selection of possible suspects, don't they? I've never really thought of Zodiac as a murder mystery because it never really felt to me like we got any actual genuine understanding of the evidence.

[@Usedtobebillie]

@@Fatpie42 that's why it's perfect, because the police never had either. The police was lost, and the movie shows that Zoadic won.

[@Catherine165432]

I loved this format of covering Fincher’s films chronologically and then ranking them based on your favorites rather than just rank them first. I felt that I got a cool history lesson about Fincher and I now need to watch more of his films as I’ve only seen The Social Network. I would love you to explore more directors.

[@lindsayweimer2208]

YES more directors! More of this format!

[@ImpressionBlend]

So many options now!

[@65g4]

Zodiac is my favourite and i loved Mank

[@MarkAS56]

I liked how you did this chronologically as a history of Fincher's work.

[@ImpressionBlend]

Thank you! I'm glad you liked the approach ))

[@mhawang8204]

I’m really loving your videos lately. Ranking a director’s filmography is absolutely a great idea! Behind our lord and saviour Denis Villeneuve, Fincher is another one of my favourite directors 😉 I think I shared a lot of the same sensibility with you, because I also felt the length of Zodiac. You’ve only talked about one of my favourite Fincher films (i.e. Seven) in Part 1, so I can’t wait for the rest of the list. Keep up the good work! Don’t get discouraged by the numbers. I hope the algorithm treats you better. ❤️

[@nihilmurphy]

I like how you add some background context to each film, very interesting! I feel similarly about Zodiac, like you say its not as good as the sum of its parts for me. Can't wait for part 2!

[@4kfrank276]

Zodiac is fascinating and unravels in a masterful way. It lags a bit in the third act, but it's one of Fincher's best for me.

[@damienfenton3880]

The lighting in this video is absolutely exquisite.

[@ImpressionBlend]

Thank you )) Embracing my dark side with the lighting recently hehe

[@andreahenderson9103]

I like how you went through his filmography in order and then ranked it instead of just doing it in order from last to first. I’m also excited for part two to see where The Social Network ends up on the list considering it’s one of my favorite movies of all time!

[@Marginwalker1972]

Great video, definitely like this format.

[@mimicrybypravesh]

I like "The Game" a lot. Michael Douglas gives one of his best performances.

[@thomaskittock2866]

I've been back and forth on whether to watch that. Sounds like you recommend?

[@Gos1234567]

@@thomaskittock2866 Definetly recommend,hope you watched it.Maybe big plotholes in it but its more about the themes and overall tone than plot logic

[@Rossfer23]

Appreciate that you haven’t rushed through each movie and that you put so much effort into this! Fincher’s filmography no doubt deserves such a video. Personally the social network is my favourite. The dialogue and the pacing of that film kept me gripped throughout! Looking forward to part two!!

[@alexcabal8037]

I am digging the chronological yet non-sequential reviews. Personally, Se7en is my fave Fincher film. And around the time it was released, I learned that Fincher directed many of my favorite music videos (when that was a thing) in the late '80s and early '90s.

[@ImpressionBlend]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it ))

[@thebigshep]

I just watched Gone Girl for the first time and figured it's time I watched this. Love the new format!

[@stonefree00]

Love the format. Look forward to next directors/actors films you break down. My top 3: 1 - Zodiac. 2 - Fight Club. 3 - Social Network

[@bigkahunaburger1092]

Great list. I would rank Zodiac much higher, but your list was great.

[@ImpressionBlend]

I love how divisive "Zodiac" is, makes it even more interesting to me, to be honest.

[@Gavin-w4r]

@@ImpressionBlend Actually took my 4th or 5th viewing of Zodiac to really love it.

[@TheAnadromist]

Marianna I am one of those people who consider Zodiac to be his best. I have seen it several times and as soon as it is over I want to watch it again. It could be that I grew up precisely at that moment and in that place and I can testify that he completely nails it. History is a big deal for me. I truthfully can't think of one film that has ever really captured the cauldron of San Fransisco during the hippie era. This moment is slightly past that here and the focus slightly different, but damn this is as close as we ever may see. So starting right there it's done what no film has ever done before. Next I think the acting and the story are incredible. I think by focusing on Graysmith (I had read his book long before the movie came out.) he allowed the mystery of the evil to leak out beyond the obvious details and reconstructions. And then there is the growing mood within the film. The obsession of Graysmith is encircled by a darkness which only grows more impenetrable as it film unspools. And the murders are particularly stark in the way I would imagine they might be in reality. (Although who can really say except the victims.) And odd moments like the visit to the basement or entering the hardware store, throwaway moments in a lesser film, are lodged deeply in my memory. And they remind me of real moments of unease. When I was young I was picked up hitchhiking exactly this area of California at night by a man with a pockmarked face in a small sports car who was playing the Doors "The End'. Still can't get that out of my head simply for dread. Fincher taps into that sense of unease effortlessly in this film. Now I know you have become a big Benjamin Button fan. But frankly apart from the reverse aging magic trick I can't even remember the point of the film. For me it's Zodiac. It's in my top 5 of the 21st Century, somewhere after Martyrs and Pan's Labyrinth. But isn't it great that we all see different things? Or that Fincher is such an artist that we can debate which are his best films? So YEAH! Heck yeah! I want part two! And I want more Marianna deep dives into worthy directors. (I can see Denis Villeneuve coming up.) You can make them an hour long each I'll stick with you. И мне нужен твой список Тарковского! (By the way I love the way you are doing the ranking in chronological order. Classy move.)

[@jjnewbold]

My favorite director! My favorite films of his are definitely Zodiac and The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo.

[@ImpressionBlend]

Definitely one of my favorite directors as well, though we clearly have very different favorite movies from him haha

[@Jzscrstsprstr]

This is a great format that takes a lot of work. It shows even at first glance with the timestamps, chapters etc. You are spoiling us. As for the films I have a feeling we'll end up talking about something very curious ;)

[@Darkwildchild]

I might be biased when it comes to The Game because it was one of my favourite thrillers to watch growing up. Sure it's not on the top half of my list either, and there's a lot of story elements that make absolutely zero sense but hey, a guilty pleasure is a guilty pleasure! xD I also think Zodiac is one of his best. In fact, I go back and forth between this and Social Network as number one. :) I'm loving this format btw. Great work as always!

[@watchthisnow2865]

Great video! Can't wait for part two. The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo is my personal favorite. 5/5

[@M_Sonata]

I love how you rank the films non-sequentially. Well done Marianna!

[@ImpressionBlend]

Thanks ))

[@jimjam7928]

I'll admit that I haven't watched your videos in a while, but I swear I'll get back on that! Love your work! Also David Fincher is one of my favourite directors. Se7en is just... the greatest.

[@sayedelsherif6354]

i love ur set + the coloring in the background the grading is good too. great job

[@ypurdad]

I loved this format can we please get more director rankings/reviews

[@buried4430]

Lovely video, honestly my favorite Fincher film is either Gone Girl or Zodiac.

[@ImpressionBlend]

Thank you! Huge fan of "Gone Girl" myself ))

[@ramkumarsubramanian9414]

Really good video and love this series!!😀 Please have more directors coming...

[@hughbrown5931]

Great review 👍loved the new format

[@RadioGirLF]

I love the purple-and-black theme you've been going for lately in your videos!

[@jerryw.903]

Your director review works well. You still cover the essentials quickly and smoothly.

[@noelvaldez96]

Zodiac would be number one for me, with The Social Network being a super close second for me!

[@nicolespiano5748]

My favourite video of yours since the Black Mirror one. I love this format!

[@ImpressionBlend]

Thank you so much!

[@thays9999]

Love this format and I think it is ideal for your reviewing style.

[@francisdrake6510]

good!) very muhc waiting other rankings of directors)

[@jasonraschen1109]

Enjoyed Part 1. Looking forward to Part 2. Yes, I liked this video formate. I would like to see you cover more Directors. Maybe Terrence Malick or David Lynch. I’d really like to hear your thoughts on their films.

[@mallaryroberts3346]

He is my fav! The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is my favorite by him. He nailed it. I read the book and he kept his film genuine. He designed the dragon tattoo for Lisbeth which I now have tattooed in my thigh 🖤🐉 se7en and Fight Club are my other favs too! I’m subscribed by the way girl! 💯✨

[@lutenitzababy]

Totally agree with you!!!

[@margaritaperez8624]

Love this format! Fight Club is my one of my all time favorite movies.

[@ashm4738]

I agree with you about Panic Room and The Game (and Alien 3 of course). Can't wait to see part 2. :)

[@Ameen_Ki]

your scenery is beautiful!... and i totally with you with the ranking so far

[@DpsKookyMonster]

Fincher is definitely my favorite filmmaker of all time. I really like your ranking so far!

[@soprano168]

I think Zodiac is his best film, it’s actually one of my personal favourites. I do agree that it’s quite cold, but I think it’s that coldness that makes it so chilling and that might be intentional. I think it’s a masterpiece, as a true crime drama and as a detective procedural 10/10 :)

[@collindavidcenerini5507]

This is fantastic!!!!!! Love this stuff

[@ImpressionBlend]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed ))

[@SuperWhofan1]

Zodiac is Fincher’s finest film. Its long runtime makes you feel the decades roll by and how frustrating it must have been for the main character in his hunt for the truth. I also believe it’s the second greatest film about journalism ever made. The tedious day after day research was not overlooked here and the performances were stunning especially Mark Ruffalo. This slow burn of this film just washes over you especially on the second viewing. This film is strangely cerebral to watch which sounds really odd since it’s a manhunt of a serial killer but it’s true. Fincher could have edited out a good chunk of run time but it’s effect on the audience would have been reduced considerably. When the screen fades to black at the end you feel the frustration of every journalist and police officer who dedicated so much of their life to knowing the truth. My advice is give this movie a second watch during some downtime like a snowstorm perhaps. This movie grows on you and in my opinion is a masterpiece of filmmaking. Happy holidays🍾🍸🎄

[@grimdimly]

^ THIS ^👍

[@TheWelchProductions]

Se7en is my favorite Fincher film. Just a chilling and thrilling masterpiece.

[@doctorviz00]

Great list - the perfect movie friend I've never had!

[@rowdyfps]

I don't usually comment but I really hope you continue this series for other directors. Love your videos!!!

[@rickg8015]

The Game’s ending doesn’t bother me.. It’s still a fun rollercoaster ride.

[@mimicrybypravesh]

I actually love the ending of The Game.

[@MapontoLee]

Great video Mariana! Please do more like these rankings for other directors, actors, score composers, etc.! 🤩

[@knickknackkat8624]

I love this format! I would love to see more of these 🙂 As for Fincher I haven't seen enough of his movies to comment properly on your list, though I can in fact say I was pretty disappointed with "The Game", too. However it was 20 years ago! I think I should give it a rewatch. But "Zodiac" I really really liked. As a side note, I haven't seen "Mank" yet, but it's rather high on my 2021 watchlist (a big fan of Orson Welles here). Can't wait for part 2 😀

[@JenniferVMovies]

I would love for you to cover more director's this way!! Loved the style of this video, my personal favorite Fincher is Gone Girl!

[@jacotromp59581]

Alien 3 is my personal favorite film out of the entire alien series. I always hope that he will come back to it and fix the cgi and the story. There is many of us eho absolutely love this movie, especially the "director's" cut. Yes, it's flawed, but it's still brilliant

[@Holy_Frakula]

I agree I never watch Alien and Aliens w/out Alien 3. One of my favorites as well. Much grittier than the other 2. Its a badass horror scifi that doesnt need an expanded story arc.

[@SaberRexZealot]

@@Holy_Frakula I’m not as hard on it as others but I find it kinda redundant. I’d like it a lot more if Hicks and Newt were able to be in it. Would’ve been more tense.

[@meganvr1228]

I loved Panic Room when I was younger, enjoyed Alien 3 well enough and was utterly disturbed by Seven, but I actually haven’t seen Fight Club yet and haven’t been interested in it until now. I’ve never actually heard it described in detail before so now I’m REALLY interested~ 🧐🤔

[@Fatpie42]

I think they had real trouble working out how to market Fight Club. The trailers just seemed to show bunch of men fighting in basements, but it's about so much more than that. It's essentially about a guy losing all faith in his role as a citizen of society and joining a kind of counter-cultural chaotic extremist group, but there's so much more to it than that. And to think that around the same time there was so much buzz for American Beauty, where rebellion against society just equalled smoking weed and fantasising about a teenage girl.

[@meganvr1228]

@@Fatpie42 It sounds like Wanted with James McAvoy and Angelina Jolie is similar, which puts it way more down my lane then I’d thought. I absolutely thought it was all just dudes fighting for whatever reason and wrote it off! 😅 Yo... I love American Beauty tho, pretentious at it might be. It was both hilarious and beautiful to me~ 😆

[@Fatpie42]

@@meganvr1228 I like American Beauty. I think Fight Club has aged a lot better though.

[@felixfilmreviews]

Hey Marianna, I think this would be a great video series, hope you are doing more of them!! I really like your deep dive into the director's history and the unknown details about his films. Loved this video. Thank you!🤗

[@ImpressionBlend]

Thank you! I'm glad you like it!

[@wisco9er536]

Wow this video went by fast! You need to upload part 2 soon dude

[@cosborne06]

Loved the director review and rating idea for a series! Looking forward to part 2. I definitely need to rewatch Fight Club now, as I’ve only watched it once. Very interesting placing for Zodiac though, on my personal list it’s easily #2 or 3. Fingers crossed you tackle Spielberg at some point!

[@sarwarmehedi]

Great video. David Fincher is one of my favorite director too. I have watched all of his films. I sort of agree with your ranking so far. The ending of "The Game" seemed not fitting or something lacking. I originally did not like the Fight Club, probably because I was very young when I first watched the film. Well, my interpretation of the film changed entirely on the second viewing. I like this new kind of video idea of ranking films of a director. I would like to see more of these videos with Quentin Tarantino, Chris Nolan, Martin Scorsese etc

[@65g4]

Ive been waiting for this oh goodie Marianna i love you 😍😍😍😍

[@JoeJoeJoe25]

Yes it's time for Fincher's!

[@ItsMe-ox8lm]

I can't believe you put Zodiac in that position. Well I am interested in what's coming, and thanks to you, guess who is going to do a marathon!?

[@tymoviedatabase7788]

I think you should cover more directors like Stanley Kubrick or Martin Scorsese!

[@ImpressionBlend]

Well, that's going to depend on how people feel about this Fincher special ))

[@JoseChavez-rf4ul]

@@ImpressionBlend We love it! We love it! That’s how we feel about it - keep em coming. 😃

[@martinag3341]

@@ImpressionBlend We totally love it! You have a great taste I can often relate to - I'd love more directors covered!

[@alejandramirandavalenzuela7014]

@@ImpressionBlend we completely love it! As someone who is just starting in cinema, I'm learning so much with your videos! It's very fun and I'm very enjoying it. :)

[@zachpajak7493]

Echoing everyone here!!!! :D 🖤

[@bigkahunaburger1092]

Zodiac is perfect. No debate.

[@wisco9er536]

I'm so excited that you FINALLY GET TO WATCH TENET! CRITICS ARE INSANE for thinking that you wouldn't "miss out" on anything in theaters

[@gageburgi8511]

Just recently ranked mine on letterboxd. For me it was 1. Fight Club 2. Seven 3. Zodiac 4. The Social Network 5. Gone Girl 6. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo 7. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button 8. Mank 9. The Game 10. Panic Room 11. Alien 3 I'm sooo curious to see your top 2 after this! 😁

[@thepedalbrake]

Se7en is one of my favorite films of all time. I NEED recommendations for books or films that are similar. I definitely consider it a horror film as it is one of TWO movies I can say actually scared me!!

[@Fatpie42]

Well, I've always felt that Saw was a poor imitation and arguably Silence of the Lambs is a similar sort of film. Not sure what else I could point to. What was the other film that scared you?

[@thepedalbrake]

@@Fatpie42 okay it’s kind of embarrassing haha but honestly I watched this movie about three years ago and had nightmares and got up multiple times in the night to make sure my bedroom door was locked. For some reason it of all things I’ve watched just got to me. It’s The Cell!

[@Fatpie42]

@@thepedalbrake No shame there. While I'm not convinced Jennifer Lopez can carry a leading role (though I haven't seen Hustlers which had people demanding she be considered for an Oscar), the nightmare imagery in The Cell is creepy as hell. And Vincent D'onofrio is horrifyingly creepy as the disturbing serial killer.

[@ingibjornbjornsson4958]

@@thepedalbrake. If you want to see some good serial killer movies then check out these films from South Korea all brilliant. Memories of Murders, The Chasher, I Saw The Devil, Tell Me Something. And there are more 😊

[@montrealtim]

Zodiac is no1 for me. really like this format. would like to see for other directors

[@TBO3ntertainment]

The Next Part is gonna be tough! Let's Go!

[@neapealingonsmet]

I love Alien 3!

[@JMarston1984]

Do more videos like this! Tarintino, Etc!

[@ericnations8342]

The game is brilliant, they did a psychological profile in the beginning of Michael Douglas. They predicted he would jump to his death based upon that analysis, simply brilliant

[@ni_n__ho.oh__n_in]

Great idea; directors's videos, yes please.

[@hamigon2379]

Alien 3 is an absolute gem. I love the whole feeling of the film and it’s contrast to Aliens.

[@Celestialrob]

Simply loved this, thanks. Such an intelligent and well considered review. Do I agree with everything? No. But that’s not the point.

[@jonathanmorin3121]

Wow I don't know why I never watched that video it's rigth up my alley but hey better late than never. Pretty spot on list so far except for Zodiac, not going to lie it's my personal favorite I know I'm a bit weird for this but still I love everything about it plus the way they so accurately recreated some real life crimes is really chilling for me. Anyway I could go on all day with that movie so I'll just shut up now still great stuff and go watch part 2

[@Wats06071]

Love the video. I haven't seen all his movies (I know them though), but I doubt any of them will surpass Fight Club. I am not going to talk about it for obvious reasons though :) (sorry for the cheap pun). I have soft spot for The Game. I read your review on Letterboxd, and while I agree with it, there are times when I am willing to forgive and forget :). I am probably in very small minority that didn't love 7 as much as everyone else.

[@duvan.deschain]

Here's the thing Marianna: to every question you ask about video ideas that have crossed your mind the answer IS and will ALWAYS be HELL YEAH!!! Also, Zodiac is easily top 5 imo.

[@connorwideman7629]

Great list

[@OrcmanRepugnant]

It is nice being in the blend.

[@robingoransson5591]

Zodiac is pretty easily his best for me, i do think it's cold as you say but that's kind of the point of the movie, that the killer never got caught. That's what makes it so chilling

[@Anthonycheesman2024]

My favorite director of all time

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Love this format! I really liked Alien 3. My favourite Fincher films are Se7en and Gone Girl. Least favourite is Zodiac. That movie is so bloated and boring.

[@ImpressionBlend]

Thank you!

[@Fatpie42]

Do the Coen Brothers next! Yet another case where everyone ranks them completely differently, but where their directing style is absolutely compelling.

[@ComandoPadentro]

I loved the ending of The Game... it's fantastic! Seven is my numer two of his... sheer perfection in every aspect. Panic room is excellent and extremely suspensful. Fight Club is overrated, in my opinion... is the one from THIS LIST I've rewatched the least (Is a great movie, but not that much fun for me to re watch) and the extended cut of Zodiac is AMAZING. Can't wait for the next part of this.

[@zachpajak7493]

I agree with...everything! More thoughts later, but for now: YES to the AWESOME new format (it’s very you!), learned LOTS in this, wow did you nail your reviews here, and EVERYONE: SHE’S RIGHT!!!! SUBSCRIBE!!!! HER’S IS THE BEST CHANNEL!!! Again, more later. In the meantime, AWESOME video and discussions, as always

[@barrettgarese2267]

It still blows my mind that in the middle of his A River Runs Through It/Interview With The Vampire/Legends Of The Fall hot-guy superstardom, Brad Pitt took on Se7en. Props to him for challenging himself instead of just coasting.

[@daviddolbear8104]

Giving Zodiac the same rating as Panic Room should be a criminal offence. Seriously tho, great ranking format! Doesn't spoil the rating when the movie comes up.

[@nolanrussell6326]

Fincher has made so many of my all time favourites, so it's really tough for me to rank his movies. I still have yet to see Panic Room, Mank, Alien³ or Benjamin Button but my ranking of the ones I have seen would be 7. The Game 7.2/10 6. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo 8.4/10 5. Gone Girl 9.4/10 4. Zodiac 9.7/10 3. Fight Club 9.9/10 2. The Social Network 9.9/10 1. Se7en 10/10

[@JMarston1984]

I agree with you on Zodiac.

[@SteveNaranjo]

Nope, I am not part of that 50%, subscribed and notification squad here.

[@TheGlovis]

Will you rank Bond franchise movies worst to best?

[@Brian_Boru]

"Not quite my tempo." Very funny. Nice touch. I'm with you on Zodiac. Brilliant but too long.

[@corporalhicks86]

My No1 director

[@jksgameshelf3378]

I really like seeing the films discussed chronologically and then rated. It’s a great way to revise these kinds of lists. I’m sadly behind in watching all of Fischer’s work, but I do agree - so far - with these rankings, except for ‘Fight Club’, which I just didn’t like at all on first viewing. Maybe I was too old to “get it” and I’m also not really a fan of the ‘unreliable narrator’ genre, but it would definitely be towards the bottom of my list, technical and acting achievements aside.

[@hooper4life12]

You have seen Mindhunter on Netflix right? Fincher is a director/producer on the series

[@ingibjornbjornsson4958]

Was wondering the same thing. Find it strange that no one mentioned it here 🙄🤔😁

[@Serhip]

I love Fincher. I also did not love Zodiac. Too long and not as suspense and engaging as Se7en, which is not only my favourite Fincher film but one of my favourite movies ever. I should see Zodiac again some time though, maybe I'll get it better. I also can't fully feel the Fight Club after 2 times I watched it. Although I realise how cool it is, but something just doesn't click with me... Gone girl is probably my second favourite from Fincher.

[@gpaje]

I agree, The Game had some nice parts, I like many little parts of the film, but that ending was a bit out there.

[@gilgamesh310]

I actually did like the setting and look of Alien 3 a lot, as well as some other things about it. It’s inferior to the first two films but I still think it’s decent and way better than Resurrection or any film to follow that had xenomorphs in it. I agree completely about Panic Room. Fight Club is actually something I must rewatch, as I’m now in my thirties and feel like a coming of age story could do me good. I think I was in my early 20s when I last watched it. I wasn’t as big a fan of Zodiac as most people. It just seemed a bit too slow for me.

[@ryanrobotham7696]

Curious Case of Benjamin Button is the only Fincher film that I haven't seen yet. Fight Club and Gone Girl are easily my favourite ones.

[@ImpressionBlend]

A VERY different film for Fincher, entirely unlike anything he's made

[@ypurdad]

So how long are we waiting for the 2nd part of this video