Movies · 2004
Peak Sequels, Mind Benders, and Unforgettable Classics
In 2004, cinema balanced massive superhero and animated blockbusters with deeply emotional indie masterpieces and sharp, quotable comedies. From mind-erasing romances to iconic teen satire, the big screen offered an unforgettable mix of high-concept spectacles and intimate award winners.
- May 2004 | Animation / Comedy
Shrek 2
Mike Myers and Eddie Murphy return in this powerhouse animated sequel that became the highest-grossing film of the year.
- June 2004 | Dir. Sam Raimi
Spider-Man 2
Tobey Maguire faces off against Alfred Molina's tragic Doctor Octopus in what is widely celebrated as a superhero cinema benchmark.
- March 2004 | Dir. Michel Gondry
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet deliver poignant performances in Charlie Kaufman's mind-bending masterpiece about love and memory loss.
- April 2004 | Written by Tina Fey
Mean Girls
Lindsay Lohan navigates high school social hierarchy in Tina Fey's razor-sharp teen comedy that instantly defined pop culture lexicon.
- November 2004 | Pixar / Animation
The Incredibles
Brad Bird's thrilling animated adventure reimagines superhero family dynamics with retro flair, unmatched charm, and explosive action.
- December 2004 | Dir. Clint Eastwood
Million Dollar Baby
Clint Eastwood and Hilary Swank star in a heartbreaking boxing drama that swept the Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
- April 2004 | Dir. Edgar Wright
Shaun of the Dead
Simon Pegg and Nick Frost redefine horror-comedy with this brilliantly paced, bloody funny tale of surviving a sudden zombie apocalypse.
- October 2004 | Dir. Alexander Payne
Sideways
Paul Giamatti and Thomas Haden Church embark on a wine-fueled California road trip that captivated critics and reshaped the wine industry.
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