Every Film I’ve watched in 2022
I’ve been keeping a list of film titles I watch throughout the year dating back to 2010. If you’re interested in viewing the previous watch lists click on the following links: 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010. I’m shocked at my film list this year. As previously mentioned, I’m watching less and less films despite there being so much content available. I’d also mention that my moviegoer experience is non-existent. Streaming movies, television shows, and social media content has completely taken over. However, it appears most my attention is not towards longform content. This is something I’ve been considering as a creator. Going back years to 6-second Vines compared to today’s world of TikToks, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels — short form content has completely taken over in my opinion. But as a content creator I don’t feel satisfied creating “fast food” type videos in exchange for viewership. Although there are some benefits of all the short term attention (such as potentially finding new viewers), it just doesn’t compare to crafting a well thought out, filmed and edited piece of work. Having no audience to view such creative works is infuriating as well. In such a case, who’s to blame? The creator? or the algorithm? Anywho, here’s my list of films I’ve watched in 2022.
Every film I’ve watched in 2022: The Puppet Master, Ozark, One-Eyed Jacks, Cypress Hill: Insane in the Brain, Dreamer, Queen & Slim, Something’s Gotta Give, Look At Me: XXXTentacion, The Bucket List, The Help, Hustle, Halftime, Goodfellas, Wild Card, The Man From Toronto, Jurassic World Dominion, The Grey Man, Prey, Purple Hearts, Me Time, Running with the Devil: The Wild World of John McAfee, Gifted Hands, Lightyear, The Descendants, Lou, Father Stu, Last Seen Alive, Aftershock, Stand Up Guy, Stutz, The Poison Rose, Northpole, and About Time. (Count 33)
Random 2022 Update: where are we headed?
Hello world, this used to be my main hub for a website 10+ years ago. As I’ve transitioned to my Squarespace created website RayRomanMedia.com I’ve slowly abandoned my WordPress website. Although, I believe the blog post through WordPress are much more accessible and share-friendly.
I wanted to type out some thoughts here in NO spectacular or formal fashion. I miss writing! In the past it definitely was a great way to reflect, and express thoughts of the time. The internet also felt much smaller (like people were actually reading). Now that there’s more people who know how to use computers, mobile devices and tablets — I think there’s more people to be reached. So I’m not sure if that makes the world today smaller since we can find somebody, article, video, etc… at the click of a button or if it makes this internet world much bigger (and now is nobody reading at all?).
The past few years I would say I’ve grown as a videomaker (filmmaker seems like an archaic term now) — I prefer “content creator”. I expanded my horizons as a creator by learning how to fly a drone, obtain certification as an FAA UAS drone pilot, and start my own business doing so. This was important for me to grow my video production skills and capabilities as a filmmaker (there I used it). You can check that out at RayRomanDrones.com
Trying to make it in this world of video production is difficult. Dreams of being a “filmmaker” have warped into a YouTuber, to all around content creator. There’s so many platforms, social media websites, and devices these days that all media can be viewed on. I can remember not too long ago creating 5 second vine videos was the “new thing”. So much has happened since then… Snapchat, Instagram, TikTok — just to name a few of the well known social media apps. But video can literally be watched and streamed anywhere. From a mobile device, tablet, computer and television. Again, this goes beyond video but as a content creator this is what I do… so I’ve learned to create, re-purpose, and re-distribute new and old content! There’s a part of me that really dislikes re-purposing long form content into short form, or even making additional edits for different social media platforms. But I try to compare it to back in the day where a film would end up on television and/or eventually VHS or DVD. Actually, probably only mainstream films got the privilege to be on television and even then how many people were actually seeing it while it was live? Thanks to VHS people were able to record anything they wanted off their TVs and only those who did so may have a downgraded copy of a film. So I compare this to todays world. There was a time when Facebook was king. I’d say TikTok or Instagram holds the majority of the attention these days. I just know these apps aren’t going to be forever which is why I believe spreading as much content across all available platforms is the best bet for an up-and-coming creator. We can only hope someone is recording our content onto their VHS tapes.. well, you know what I mean! Don’t you?
Is anybody saving media they adore anymore? I guess they’re taking screenshots, even re-sharing them more than a VHS tape could ever be shared with a close circle of friends. I’d say the video stores of today are the popular accounts re-distributing memes, hot topics, and news. Luckily, we don’t really have to rent anything in that regard — but we may have to watch a commercial unless we’re lucky enough to hit the skip button! Sponsored ads are now the movie posters on the wall or the magazine and newspaper articles in front of the stores… It’s hard to not compare todays world with the past.
I’m just trying to be somewhat optimistic and figure out where we’re headed? Are you watching? Are you reading? Hello…? Goodbye for now!
Every Film I’ve watched in 2021
I’ve been keeping a list of film titles I watch throughout the year dating back to 2010. If you’re interested in viewing the previous watch lists click on the following links: 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010. I definitely seem to be watching less and less films over the years. While there’s so much content available through all the various streaming platforms — there’s simply just not enough time to watch every movie, show, or series. When I first started this list I was unsure about adding Television Series to the list because technically they are a TV Show with multiple episodes, and my main focus in creating the list was to focus on which films I’ve watched. But as the years have gone on, streaming video of all formats is now the norm — compared to 10 years ago where a majority of people were still watching Television, and even DVDs aside from films. Now, television-like material has become cinematic in their own right, especially with the growth of streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, HBO, and more. What am I getting at here? Like the old saying goes… “video is king”, but we all know now content is king no matter if it’s a film, television series, Instagram or TikTok post. I guess my attention has been sucked up elsewhere. Thanks social media!
Every film I’ve watched in 2021: Beyond The Bolex, Angel Eyes, Joy, Homefront, Hillbilly Elegy, Let Him Go, On The Waterfront, The Dark Knight, The Guardian, The Next Three Days, What Ever Happened to Baby Jane Hudson?, Rust Creek, The White Tiger, Alone, Run, Always Be My Maybe, Chef, Nothing Like The Holidays, Nobody, Attack of the Murder Hornets, The Woman In The Window, Sicario, Sicario: Day of the Soldado, The Donut King, Blue Miracle, A Streetcar Named Desire, Ice Road, One Night In Miami, Cold In July, Bo Burnham: Inside, A Bronx Tale, The Old Man & the Gun, Black Widow, Val, Road Runner, “Woodstock 99: Peace, Love, and Rage”, Pretending I’m a Superman: The Tony Hawk Video Game, Beckett, The Mysterious Death of Eazy-E, The Card Counter, 30 for 30: Chuck & Tito, 30 for 30: Be Water, Britney vs Spears, Stronger, The Alpinist, 500 Days of Summer, Last Night in Soho, Black Bear, The King of Staten Island, True Story, Momentum Generation, The Mystery of D.B. Cooper, The Real Charlie Chaplin, The Shed, Ricky Powell: The Individualist, The Unforgivable, 137 Shots, and Red Rocket. (Count 58)
Every Film I’ve watched in 2020
I’ve been keeping a list of film titles I watch throughout the year dating back to 2010. If you’re interested in viewing the previous watch lists click on the following links: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010. My viewing experience has drastically dropped over the years. I’ve been doing a lot less watching and much more creating. This year for 2021 my goal is to watch more films and be inspired to create much more as well.
Every film I’ve watched in 2020: “Love, Antosha”, Lil Peep: Everybody’s Everything, Country Music, Lawless, The Sea of Trees, Blow, Out of Time, Backcountry, Manhattan, Super Dark Times, Elvis: The Final Hours, Marriage Story, Harvey Weinstein: The Fall of the King of Hollywood, Straight Outta Compton, The Last Thing He Wanted, “What Happened, Miss Simone?”, Taylor Swift: Miss Americana, Bert Kreischer: Hey Big Boy, Tom Segura: Ball Hog, Honey Boy, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Beautiful Boy, Ozark, Mistress America, The Peanut Butter Falcon, Through My Fathers Eyes, The Last Dance, The Way Back, Cheech & Chong’s Up in Smoke, Arkansas, Dark Side of The Ring: Benoit, Be Water, Wine Country, John Henry, High Note, Lance, Travis Scott: Look Mom I Can Fly, Frances Ha, Den of Thieves, Good Times, Fear City, Puerto Rican’s In Paris, The People vs. George Lucas, Dark aside of The Ring: The Final Days of Owen Hart, Cobra Kai, Mi Familia, Pasolini, The Comedy Store, Borat: Subsequent Moviefilm, Shirley, Blood In Blood Out, Triple 9, AVA, Dashing in December, The Princess Switch, Home Alone, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, The Hunger Games, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2, Silver Lining’s Playbook, The Wedding Singer, and August Rush. (Count 63)
Lacrosse 2020 (Highlight Videos)
Chelsea & Chris – Engagement Party!
BROCKHAMPTON “BOY BYE” (Lyric Video)
Every Film I’ve watched in 2019
I’ve been keeping a list of film titles I watch throughout the year dating back to 2010. If you’re interested in viewing the previous watch lists click on the following links: 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010.
Every film I’ve watched in 2019: Menace II Society, Inst@famous, Follow Me, Bird Box, Chuck, The Bill Murray Stories: Life Lessons Learned From a Mythical Man, Upside, Mid90s, Fyre, Paddleton, Peppermint, Training Day, Blow, Date Night, The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift, Leaving Neverland, Free Solo, Nightcrawler, Tre Maison Dasan, The Informant!, Bohemian Rhapsody, 30 for 30: 42 to 1, A Dogs Journey, Full Metal Jacket, Always, Savages, The Highwaymen, Escobar: Paradise Lost, Sweet Home Alabama, Traffik, Instant Family, Sicario: Day of the Soldado, Romeo Must Die, World War Z, Colombiana, Term Life, Stuber, Moneyball, Charlie’s Angels, Limitless, Transcendence, Next, The Great Hack, Good Deeds, A Bronx Tale, Once Upon A Time In America, Iron Cowboy: The Story of the 50.50.50, End of Watch, Master or None, Wonder, Trainwreck, The Hollow Point, Savage Dog, Kickboxer: Vengence, Mean Streets, The Rover, Polar, Lea & I, Man On Fire, Love Bite, Small Town Crime, Righteous Kill, Loretta Lynn: American Masters, Raul Julia: The World’s a Stage, MI-5, The Last Days of Phil Hartman, Kill The Irishman, Raging Bull, Killer Elite, Goodfellas, Midsommar, The Gift: The Journey of Johnny Cash, The Irishman, The Game Changers, Hook, David Crosby: Remember My Name, Marriage Story, Listen to Me Marlon, Friday, Jumangi: The Next Level, Queen & Slim, Tower Heist, and Uncut Gems. (Count 83)
Happy Holidays from Ray Roman Media
Eric’s Graduation Day (2019)
This is a highlight video of my brother’s graduation day.
Words for the Filmmaker David Hoffman
How To Create Flower Arrangements for Baby Showers
Brittney’s Baby Shower (2019)
Poway Lacrosse (2019 Highlights)
These are the highlight videos I filmed and edited for Poway Youth Lacrosse this year. You can watch the complete season from top to bottom in the following videos embedded below.
Ciao Bella! – Brittney’s Baby Shower (2019)
Arolea’s 6th Birthday!
Kailani’s 3rd Birthday!
LET’S WORK TOGETHER! (NO MORE GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN)
We are less than 24 hours away from continuing on to Day 25 of the Government shutdown. I created this video to inspire all political parties to work together. It’s time to end the Government shutdown!
New Braunfels Eats – Food Tasting, Reviews, and More!
My cousin runs an Instagram account where she recommends local restaurants, and dessert spots to try out in the New Braunfels, San Antonio and Austin area. If you’re in Texas checkout some of the places she recommends on her Instagram @NewBraunfelsEats
Here’s a couple quick animated videos I created for her page. I highly recommend checking out some of the locations she’s recommended; I’ve been to a few of the locations and they were delicious!
I’m looking forward to trying out some of the local dessert spots!
Happy New Year! (2019)
Roman Family Christmas (2018)
Every film I’ve watched in 2018
I’ve been keeping a list of film titles I watch throughout the year dating back to 2010. If you’re interested in viewing the previous watch lists click on the following links: 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010.
Every film I’ve watched in 2017: “I, Tonya”, Lady Bird, The Disaster Artist, Voyeur, Florida Project, Tangerine, “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri”, Frances Ha, Gifted, Woody Woodpecker, Phantom Thread, The Shape of Water, Meru, Love, Expedition Happiness, Little Fockers, The Rise and Fall of the Brown Buffalo, Into the Night: Portraits of Life and Death, Conor McGregor: Nototious, Next Friday, Soundbreaking, Pumpkin, Dream Vending Machine, Kikelet (Springtime), Idiot (Debiel), Dressed To Kill, Blockers, Dolores, The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling, Streets of Compton, Grizzly Man, Biggie: The Life of B.I.G., I Am MLK Jr., From Paris with Love, The Big Stick, Rampage, A Bronx Tale, Anthony Joshua: The Road to Klitschko, A Bronx Tale, 9/11, The Place Beyond the Pines, Bill Nye: Science Guy, Genius: Picasso, The Basketball Diaries, Scarface, John Wick, Overboard, Lucy, Book Club, BiPolar Rock ‘N’ Roller, The Last Days of Michael Jackson, As I AM: The Life and Times of DJ AM, Filmworker, Coco, Full Metal Jacket, Fear Itself, Unsane, Boogie Nights, Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story, Mister Rogers: It’s You I Like, The Longest Yard (2005), Escapes (2017), De Palma, 27 Dresses, Blindspotting, Enemy, Ex Machina, The Seven Year Itch, Amy, Bert Kreischer: Secret Time, Rich Crazy Asians, Knocked Up, Her, Steven Tyler: Out on a Limb, Joey Coco Diaz: Socially Unacceptable, Won’t You Be My Neighbor?, Manchester By The Sea, Secret Life of Walter Mitty, The Intern, Quincy, Blue Jay, Cafe Society, Wonder Wheel, A Star Is Born, Beautiful Losers, Mountain, Tully, The Shining, The Mountain Between Us, We Go Way Back, Outside In, Small Pond, Faces Places, Private Life, Blink 182 and the L.A. Punk Scene, They’ll Love Me When I’m Dead, The Other Side of The Wind, One Day Since Yesterday: Peter Bogdanovich & the Lost American Film, Long Live X: The Life and Death of XXXTentacion, John Leguizamo’s Road to Broadway, Creed 2, Creed, John Leguizamo’s Latin History for Morons, Walt: The Man Behind the Myth, Uneasy Rider, Henry Miller: Prophet of Desire, Heat, Bob And The Monster, The Mule, J. Cole: 4 Your Eyez Only, Roma, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Skate Kitchen, and Training Day. (Count 114)
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