Recently,The New York Timesgathered hundreds of notable names from Hollywood including actors, producers, directors, and more, to compile a list ofthe 100 best movies of the 21st Century. Among those names was Trammell Tillman, who has become a star asMr. Milchick on the hit Apple TV+ seriesSeverance.
Thanks to a scene-stealing performance inMission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, Tillmanis now making waves on the big screen as well as the small screen. When asked to name his best movies of the 21st Century, he mentioned Oscar winners likeParasite, Chicago, andMoonlightbut also had some unexpected selections.
Despite being unexpected, the films he picked are still great. Among those choices were animated classics likeInside Out,the international Oscar nomineeAnatomy of a Fall, and the comedy dramaBest in Show. However, he picked one great, often overlooked film from 2019 that deserves more love.
Trammel Tillman Named Booksmart One Of The Best Movies Of The 21st Century
It Didn’t Make The Official List But It Is Fantastic
The film from 2019 that Tillman named wasBooksmart.The directorial debut of Olivia Wilde, this movie proved to be a critical darling and a modest box office success. The story centers on two girls who go out for one night of fun as high school ends after spending years focused purely on studying.
Booksmartreceived widespread acclaim, making Wilde a director to watch and holding an outstanding 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The script was sharp, the performances were strong, it received a Golden Globe nomination, and the movie is considered one of the best in the coming-of-age subgenre.
With so many people casting their votes, it took a lot for any movie to makeThe New York Times’list. Ultimately,Booksmartdidn’t crack the top 100 as it was only named by three people(author Curtis Sittenfeld and director Amy Heckerling also included it). However, that doesn’t change the fact that it’s a true highlight of its era.
Booksmart Featured Several Future Breakout Stars
It’s One Of The Most Talented Casts In Recent Memory
While the film is culturally relevant and impressive on its own,it’s the cast that truly shines here. Kaitlyn Dever and Beanie Feldstein (who landed a Golden Globe nomination) are fantastic as the two leads. Dever has broken out in a big way starring asAbby inThe Last of Us, as well as inDopesick, Apple Cider Vinegar, and more.
The supporting parts went to several people who are now featuring in big franchises and TV shows.
Feldstein went on to portray Monica Lewinsky inAmerican Crime Story, earning a Satellite Award nomination. However, they’re far from the only future stars in theBooksmartcast. The supporting parts went to several people who are now featuring in big franchises and TV shows.
Billie Lourd steals the show inBooksmartand went on shined inAmerican Horror Story.Mason Gooding had a small role but has become one of the faces of theScreamfranchise. Eduardo Franco was a fan favorite in season 4 ofStranger ThingsandMolly Gordon is a key part of FX’s Emmy winning seriesThe Bear.
That’s just the tip of the iceberg as Jessica Williams, Noah Galvin, Diana Silvers, Skyler Gisondo, and more have all found success as growing stars in the industry. A simple rewatch ofBooksmartis a showcase of some of Hollywood’s rising talents.
