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MTV News Staff Favorites Of 2008: Rachel Josue’s Top 10 Most Entertaining Films

We here at MTV News are a pretty diverse bunch, so the views expressed by some in our more official-type year-end lists (like James Montgomery’s Top 25 Albums and Best Songs, and the Mixtape Monday Awards) are not necessarily shared by the rest of the newsroom. So, this week we gave everyone else a chance to chime in with their own lists and explain (or defend) their choices. You’ll find all of the staff faves of 2008 here.

By Rachel Josue, Digital Producer

I would like to preface this list with the following disclaimer: I did not see “Twilight” yet. OK, with that out of the way, like last year, I was really into this year’s blockbusters. I go to the movies for the entertainment value, not so much the deep story of this and that, so fun is my #1 priority. Here are my picks for the most entertaining films of the year.

10. “Penelope“: I saw this film two years ago, actually, and loved it then. It didn’t get the attention it deserved.

9. “Vicky Christina Barcelona“: What I appreciated most about this film was that I had seen so many blockbusters and superhero movies during the summer, this film became a breath of fresh air.

8. “Sex and the City: The Movie“: The girls will always have a place in my heart.

7. “Hancock“: I loved what they did with Charlize Theron’s character. I would love to see a sequel for this one.

(Which movie did Rachel pick as her #1 most entertaining film for 2008? Find out after the jump!)

6. “Wanted“: If Angelina Jolie only did action movies like this and “Tomb Raider,” I’d be happy.

5. “Tropic Thunder“: Best comedy of the year. I didn’t stop laughing for one second. Robert Downey = genius.

4. “Dark Knight“: I agree with the rest of the world: Heather Ledger was great. I wish I had seen it in IMAX, but even on a regular ol’ screen, I loved it.

3. “Wall-E“: What’s not to love? Thank you, Pixar, for another triumph.

2. “Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist“: Adorable. Real. As a New Yorker, I enjoyed watching the gang weave their way around the LES music scene.

1. “Iron Man“: Watching Robert Downey Jr. get in and out of the Iron Man suit was awesome. I’m usually not a gadgets gal, but even I can appreciate how intricate that was. The best scenes were when Downey was alone in the basement, interacting with his ‘bots and gizmos.

What were your top 10 most entertaining films for 2008? Hit us up in the comments!

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