We’re cruising to the end of 2024 and as we do, I’m looking back at some of my favorite films and performances from the year. As well as a few of my least favorite. Each day between now and January 9 look for another installment in a different category. Let’s ring out 2024 by looking back on some of the best and worst of the year!

No. 5: Snack Shack
About: This little coming-of-age film is set in Nebraska City in 1991. During a long summer a couple of friends try to make their fortune running a snack shack at the local pool and find their relationship tested by a new lifeguard. It’s a fun film that has some poignant moments. I like Conor Sherry and Gabriel LaBelle, and the overall arc of the film.

No. 4: Your Monster
About: Is it a comedy? Is it a musical? Is it a horror film? This could possibly fit in any of the categories, but I’m going with a comedy here. I enjoyed this one, based on a true story, that features Melissa Barrera in a fun role and a unique story. This has a wild final act, but there’s plenty to enjoy about the journey along the way.

No. 3: Babes
About: This came during the early part of summer and didn’t get a lot of fanfare in theaters. In fact, I saw it later when it dropped to streaming. But I had a lot of fun with it. This features Michelle Buteau and Ilana Glazer as best friends going through a difficult time as one has a new child and the other discovers she’s pregnant. It has some hilarious moments and some great performances.

No. 2: Deadpool & Wolverine
About: This is the third film in the Deadpool franchise, and it was my favorite. I love Ryan Reynolds in this role, and his back-and-forth with Hugh Jackman is great. This one made me laugh hard and was one of my favorite films of the summer.

No. 1: Saturday Night
About: Saturday Night Live is an institution, but it was something of a gamble when it began. This film takes place in the run up to that premier episode, making it an interesting gamble in and of itself. And yet, it works. I love Jason Reitman as a filmmaker, and this is one of my favorite of his films. It has plenty of laughs but also plenty of heart. It was one of my favorite films of the year.

Matthew Fox is a graduate of the Radio, Television and Film program at Biola University, and a giant nerd. He spends his free time watching movies, TV, and obsessing about football. He is a member of the FSWA. You can find him @knighthawk7734 on Twitter and as co-host of the Fantasy Football Roundtable Podcast.