Listal's big alphabet of films.

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Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 2 5:29 - Here's something that might work. How about we put forward a film that we really love starting with each letter of the alphabet? What I propose is that we go through the letters in order and people submit a film starting with that letter, until we have 10 films beginning with A, then 10 beginning with B etc and so on. I would ask that people try to restrict their nominations to at MOST just two films per letter, unless things get slow, or we get stuck on a problem letter (Q, X, V, Z...). In which case, we might just come up with 5 of each! There will be no backing of these films, so make sure you choose something that reflects your tastes! The final results, as with the Top 100 listal films, will make a new list: http://www.listal.com/list/listals-z-library-films Please don't move on to the next letter until we've got ten for the current letter. The format should be as follows: A 1. Insert Film Title: Insert description why you love this movie. Description-less nominations will not be included. Please only choose movies you really do like! Let's hope this works. NB: Films like 'The Firm' will come under the letter F, Films starting with a number eg 8 Mile, come under the number category that we'll have at the end UNLESS the number is spelt out in the film title.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 2 5:33 - I'll get the ball rolling: A. 1. Akira Akira is a post-apocalyptic masterpiece. A definite benchmark in top-drawer animation which still effortlessly holds its own today. A story that is very much about survival as well as protecting what is dear to you in a city that has officially folded in on itself. The ending scenes are somewhat surreal and definitely not everyone's cup of tea, but the rest of the film is just superb action accompanied by an awesome soundtrack!
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 2 5:53 - 2. American Psycho A lovely tale of yuppies. Christian Bale plays this crazy @55 mofo in this darkly humorous, quite possibly social commentary, tale about yuppies. Most probably won't appreciate it seeing as it quite delves in the socially unacceptable, but maybe that's why I think this movie is so amazing. And surprisingly enough it's toned down compared to the book. Oh and what about films with numeric titles or starting with "the" or "a"? Where would those be under?
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 2 6:35 - 3. Alien An awesome atmospheric astronaut anthology. The original horror in space. The film is fantastic and created a whole new fear in cinema. It breaches the borders of our imagintion with a creature we could have never fathomed. H.R. Giger's best work. The cast alone is monumental. All legends in their own right.
Mr. Lays Rank : 257	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 2 7:41 - 4. American History X First off Edward Norton is truly one of the most downplayed actor working right now. (Wasting his talent on "The Hulk" Dammit!). The story centers around the main character who is part of the Arirain(sp) Brotherhood. One night there is a break in and two blacks are killed with excessive force, so he is sent off to jail. Here is the turning point of the central character to make a change before his younger brother ends up the same way. Whom is played by Edward Furlong. Awesome cast, brilliant writing, and a touchy subject that many would not dare to try make this one of my top 20 movies of all time.
escafeld Rank : 25	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 2 15:29 - What a great idea ... 5. The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert An Australian road movie that features two drag queens and a transsexual. An absolute riot of a film that features a storming performance by Terence Stamp. One of the few films I can watch over and over again as you always find an outlandish line that you missed the last time round. In my opinion one of the greatest comedy films ever.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 2 15:35 - 6 An American Tale! I love this film, I only wrote a review on it the other day. Quite a complex parody of the immigration crisis if you watch it carefully. Plus I like the Russian/Jewish Mice.
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 2 18:27 - 7. American Beauty One of the more riveting films I've ever watched. If I hadn't already loved Kevin Spacey, this movie would definitely have done it for me.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 2 18:46 - 8 Aladdin One of the best disney films, a great performance from Robin Williams and some classic tunes.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 4 8:08 - 9. Amelie- The world needs more beautiful headcases like her.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 4 8:14 - 10. Atonement- A new addition to my favourites. Its shot so beautifully with such a great plot line. It could have become extreemly complicated and impossible to follow but it was masterfully done.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 4 15:38 - On to B now! 1. Blade Runner Ridley Scott's dystopian masterpiece is easily one of my favourite films of all time. Based on a Philip K. Dick novel, Blade Runner focuses on Harrison Ford in what was, for me, his finest role, the reluctant and vulnerable bounty hunter Rick Deckard. A legendary performance from Rutger Hauer and some of the finest desolate and depressing scenery I've witnessed in cinema later and you have a staple favourite of mine. Thank God it came out on DVD again after all these years!
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 4 15:41 - 2.Blues Brothers This film holds the record for the most drugs ever consumed on a movie set. It also has one of the most notorious car chase/crash scenes in cinema history. You can't ask much more from a film than a buzzed Dan Ackroyd and John Bellucci, in shades.
escafeld Rank : 25	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 4 18:07 - 3. Billy Elliot Set against the backdrop of the bitter miners strike in 1980's Britain in a tough Northern town, this is a tale of a young lad following his dream to be a ballet dancer. Overcoming all sorts of obstacles he realises his dream & wins over his doubters. One of the best British made films ever with excellent acting performances throughout.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 4 21:17 - 4. Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure This movie gives hope to idiots around the world that they too can like be most triumphant and stuff. Plus some history is involved and it taught me the important lesson of "be excellent to each other." This movie not only instills moral values and hope for idiots around the world but it's most enjoyable.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 5 16:07 - 5. Back to the Future II For being the only film in which I am able to eagerly anticipate the developments of the future rather than fear bringing children into the times ahead. A great storyline that allows kids to believe they can save the fate of their shameful families and redeem themselves from the embarresment they heap on them. Snazzy 1980's outfits with the coolest of gadgets and pop cultural quotes fill each scene. The film of my childhood and happy viewing at its best!
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 6 11:32 - 6. The Butterfly Effect This film was fantastic. One man's mission to save the lives of his nearest and dearest. Beautifully crafted and enthralling storyline.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 6 12:28 - 7. Batman Returns I just love how dark Tim Burton made the reinvention of Batman. This is the best of Tim Burton's Batman films, Danny DeVito somehow makes the penguin menacing despite his size and birdy-ness.
Mr. Lays Rank : 257	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 6 16:04 - 8. Batman Begins Forget the four other Batman movies that apprently never existed. Tim Burton's vision of his Batman movies in my were more a tale of everybody else except Batman (mainly about the Joker in "Batman"). Christopher Nolan does an excellent job and Christan Bale is an underrated actor. Extra bonus if you are a fan of Frank Miller's grafic novels of Batman. They kinda tell the same story... kinda... A dark deeply emotionally scarred Batman. Awesome flick.
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 7 5:24 - 9. Batman again LOL :-\| Seriously, Beauty and the Beast. A magnificent tale of vanity and true love. Disney's finest takes you into the French wilderness where a castle holds a terrible curse. Loads of catchy tunes, magnetic scenary and a memorable story to hold your attention.
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 7 7:30 - 10. The Boondock Saints Seriously, Irish boys with guns a'blazin'? There's nothing else in the world that can make a girl's heart pitter-patter so. Plus, it helped instill a massive crush on Norman Reedus... But seriously, comedy and intersting re-creations of shots from different views makes for such a great movie.
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 7 7:46 - It's time for the C! 1. Cloverfield I'm a fanboy when it comes to disaster movies. Throw in a monster aswell and you've got me bought. The style alone deserves props. The storyline was gay but the confusion and disorientation that you'd feel in that situation was captured perfectly.
escafeld Rank : 25	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 7 13:21 - 2. Chronicles of Riddick A great plot, superb special effects & an excellent performance from Vin Diesel potraying to my mind one of the best anti-heroes of contemporary sci-fi. An all action adrenaline soaked powerhouse of a film.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 7 13:38 - 3. Catch me if you Can I love Tom Hank's bronx accent in this film. It gives you that 'one up on the man' feeling that a heist film does; but better. Also the Chris Walken graces this film with his presence...so it deserved every award out there, even a MOBO.
Mr. Lays Rank : 257	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 7 14:46 - 4. Casino Martin Scorsese's brutally honest tale about the affect that the Mafia had on the genesis of Vegas. Fantastic cast + awesome casting = A piece of mordern day American Movie History.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 7 14:56 - 5. Commando The archetypal action film which is filled with hilarious one-liners, cheesy family bonding scenes and more importantly, catastrophic body counts. Arnie pits his wits against a completely non-threatening villain in this 80s action masterpiece.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 7 20:36 - 6. The Chorus (Les Choristes) A delightful film about a music teacher that somehow ends up in at some boarding school for troubled boys. Singing and hijinks ensue. It gives hope that delinquent children can still change for the better if they had something better to live for. Plus the music is lovely.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 8 15:41 - 7. Closer A marmite of a film, but I do love it. Whether it is true to the gritty heart of life or trying to be shocking it manages to be much more fresh, original and funny than any other mainstream film I have seen in a long time. The plot revolves around middleclass but not quite middle aged professionals that you can love to hate as you watch their twisted lies and egos rip apart their own lives.
AFIoscar Rank : 26	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 8 16:51 - 8. Casablanca A remarkable masterpiece filled with memorable quotes, full of dialogue, excellent cast, and just a great collaboration of mixed genres.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 11 6:34 - 9.Caligula Some soft porn for the masses. Malcolm McDowell was born to play the disturbed, deviant; and my oh my does he do it in this film. A cheesey ,70's take on the roman orgies will always be entertaining to me. A bit of a weird film to take this list our of the 'commercial'.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 11 7:16 - 10: Capote This is an absorbing film that boasts great performances and an intriguing plot. After this movie I was inspired to see the film In Cold Blood and read the novel. Very poignant, brilliant and powerful.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 11 7:27 - D! 1. Desperado - A solid action film that I like way more than I should. Classic gun-totting action and a heavy dose of eye-candy to boot. The perfect mixture of fairytale storytelling, shoot-outs, comedy and farce.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 11 7:38 - 2. The Darjeeling Limited Another winner from Wes Anderson. Three estranged brothers embark on a train journey across India. Each obliged by a sense of guilt and brotherly duty to the other. Filled with blatant symbolisms and surreal touching moments. The best trip I had to the cinema in a long while.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 11 8:42 - 3. Die Hard It's in my Top 10. An unforgettable action movie - original, exciting, action-packed and violent. Bruce Willis as John McClane is one of the greatest action heroes in cinematic history.
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 11 13:30 - 4. Das Experiment This film was rather delightful. Showing the corruption of power over someone. A psychological experiment gone gruesomely wrong. The suspense killed me!
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 11 14:18 - 5. Dangerous Liasons John Malvovich plays the Vicomte de Valmont, a deviant member of the french aristocracy; and the worlds most cultured sexual terrorist. This film stands for everything I want in life.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 11 22:06 - 6. Dog Day Afternoon Brilliant tragic drama. Al Pacino is in fine form. He delivers one of the most memorable lines in cinema history in this film.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 12 3:59 - 7. Downfall Superb war film chronicling the last days of the notorious dictator. Excellent performances all round and a real sense of claustrophobia and deep anguish and disgust as the Russians close in around the doomed Nazi war machine.
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 12 4:22 - 8. Dick Tracy Classic detective story with a whole load of unique and gruesome characters. The vibrant colours draw your eyes to every scene and the dialogue is fast and thrilling. The only time in your life when you would respect the colour yellow.
AFIoscar Rank : 26	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 12 17:44 - 9. Dracula(1931) A great early horror classic film filled with eerie. When Lugosi is on screen, it's pure magic..he "becomes" Dracula.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 12 18:05 - 10. Donnie......Brasco Just a great gangster film, one of the best in fact. I just love the scene at the end when Al Pacino's character Lefty, takes off all his jewellery as he faces his own 'whacking'.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 12 18:11 - Straight in with the E's 1.The Elephant Man Here's a superbly acted weepy film; John Hurt never fails to amaze and astound me with with acting skills. Only he could emote through all that makeup.
AFIoscar Rank : 26	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 12 19:34 - 2. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind From the directing, acting, and imaginative screenplay with a few twists, this film is brilliant. Definitely a breakthrough film for Jim Carrey's career.
Dream Rank : 999	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 12 20:44 - 3. Ever After I think this movie is very good. Its a modern day Cinderella with Drew Barrymore as the lead. Though her character is unlike the soft, weepy Disney version, she has a lot of spunk and doesnt need a prince to rescue her! But he's a nice bonus.
Strawberry_369 Rank : 392	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 13 0:34 - 4. Eight Legged Freaks Still can't get over the scene about the cat, but was a funny movie.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 13 2:19 - 5. Edward Scissorhands Stunning Tim Burton film. Johnny Depp plays the part of Edward to perfection. An extraordinary film!
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 13 8:35 - 6. East is East Talk about Northern woe! Classic British film about a Pakistani family living in the North of England. Culture and religion clash and create hillarious consequences. Keep an eye out for the racial and homphobic undertones!
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 13 11:48 - 7. Escape from New York A legend is born in the form of Snake Plissken. The consummate anti-hero has to drop into Manhattan - now a depraved, walled-in prison, to rescue the President of the US, who just happened to crash-land in this nightmarish vagrant-filled hell.
escafeld Rank : 25	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 13 13:15 - 8. The Elephant Man I.am.a.man. An immensely powerful & moving story about John Merrick. Hideously deformed but underneath an intelligent & sensitive human being he is rescued from a circus sideshow & gradually introduced into society where he becomes something of a celebrity.
Mr. Lays Rank : 257	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 13 15:40 - 9. Enter the Dragon If there ever was a man to create a explosion in the martial art films he was it. 'Nuff said!! Watch the damn thing already!!
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 14 11:07 - 10.1 Emmanuelle 1970s soft-core classic with Sylvia Kristel as a beautiful woman of 19, part innocent, part temptress. Bored with her new life with her husband in Thailand, she decides to experiment, and throws herself into a series of salacious affairs under the instruction of the elderly Mario.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 14 14:51 - Since the Elephant Man was stated twice, can I add to make it ten? 10. Eastern Promises One of my top films of 2007. The performances in this brutal thriller are fantastic. Russian accents and gestures are spot on and hauntingly terrifying. A daring and solid plot lead us through the double faceted underworld of the Russian Mafia operating in London. Thoroughly underated
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 14 15:26 - Someone should teach that escaphile a lesson. FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF 1. The Fly Obsession, madness and a little bit of maggot fetus. This is a fantastic story about a man driven to the brink of his physical being by an experiment gone horrifically wrong. Jeff Goldblum pulls it off....aswell as his extra appendages!
AFIoscar Rank : 26	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 14 18:45 - 2. Fast Times at Ridgemont High Fast times in the 80's...a modern classic that is worth watching, which lead to the inspiration of every teen comedy movie to follow. Sean Penn is by far the funniest in this film as the stoned out surfie.
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 14 20:00 - 3.Frida A fantastic movie about an extremely talented artist. Salma Hayek portrays Frida Kahlo and is completely believable in her portrayal. Fantastic film from the acting, the sets, all the way to the cinematography!!
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 15 2:00 - 4. First Blood The original Rambo outing. This is the essential action/thriller. Stallone is fairly unconventional as tragic Vietnam veteran who uses his training of guerilla warfare to unleash a one-man war on a small town.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 15 8:41 - 5. Fiddler on the Roof Times are changing in the old country, and strict Jew Tevia must deal with the controversial marriage choices of his daughters; while trying to hold onto the traditions that he has kept sacred. Full of great songs and a rollocking good yarn, Fiddler is one of the greatest musicals of all time.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 15 16:00 - 6. Final Destination This is the one horror/thriller film that I never outgrew. When I saw it at the cinema I was terrified by the death sequences now I still find them hillarious. This film has everything a teen movie should whilst still managing to have that little extra and not take itself seriously.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 15 22:40 - 7. Fish Called Wanda I love this movie. No matter how many times I've seen it (currently close to about 30-40) I always love it. Witty dialogue, great characters, irresistable script. Once again: LOVE IT!
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 19 4:05 - 8. Falling Down Classic vigilante action starring Michael Douglas doing something we have probably all dreamt of doing in some way in the past - cleaning up the streets with an arsenal of weapons. Still, his rampage is a by-product of an intense desire to just get home and to see his child. Superb black humour and an protagonist that you can't help but sympathise with. Douglas' finest hour!
Prelude VIP Moderator Rank : 1	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 19 6:55 - 9. Fargo Set in Fargo, North Dakota, this Cohen-brothers crime-comedy-drama is equal parts funny and brutal. The dialog is very sharp and well scripted, and Frances McDormand's role as a pregnant sheriff landed her a much-deserved Oscar. Shame she doesn't appear on Listal's 'Fargo' entry :(
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 19 10:30 - 10. Football Factory This film provides too much comedy. Not only does it depict hooligans and London stereotypes perfectly but you get a social commentary on modern life in Inner Cities of Britain. One of the main aspects of the film is that there is no football in it at all. The focus is on a group of Chelsea fans who would rather go out fighting than other mundane and typical things their age. Heavily quotable and full of cockney charm.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 19 15:21 - G 1. Gladiator Such a good epic movie. You're rooting for Maximus from th beginning, his story his so upsetting at points; but like a true roman he takes his rage out in multiple acts of brilliantly choreographed violence and a plot for revenge.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 19 16:25 - 2. Goodbye, Mr Chips Upon his retirement an old teacher reflects over his years of teaching. The boys he taught, colleges he worked with and the courtship of his wife. A sentimental and touching film that shows the growth of a shy young man into a wordly wise school master making it impossible to stay dry eyed.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 19 16:31 - 3. Glory And outstanding war film from director Ed Zwick. It tells a tragic true story of a regiment of African Americans who fought during the Civil War. Powerful, remarkable....brilliant.
RB6K Rank : 36	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 19 18:19 - 4. Ghostbusters! Absolutely classic film, brilliant acting, awesome special effects for its time. One of Murray and Ackroids best films! This spawned a very popular kids cartoon and contributes to about 50% of my childhood toy collection!
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 19 20:09 - 5. GoodFellas One of Martin Scorsese's best films for sure. Long but always engrossing and enthralling.
escafeld Rank : 25	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 20 12:59 - The Game I thoroughly enjoyed this film as it kept me guessing throughout. Hugely engrossing, it features Michael Douglas who finds himself the victim of a number of incidents that threaten to ruin his life. A great performance by him & great twist at the end too.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 20 20:04 - 7. General, The Buster Keaton's best movie. The whole thing is a string of hilarious gags with great characters and a poignant underlying message. The attention to detail for a Civil War-era film is so far unbeaten by any Hollywood film (which usually contain numerous anachronistic flaws).
Strawberry_369 Rank : 392	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 23 22:28 - 8. Ghost in the Shell One of my first movie animes and i loved it.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 24 1:16 - 9. The Godfather Can't believe it hasn't been mentioned yet... I'm not one of those crazy Godfather fans, I just think the movie is outstanding. Characters are well developed, compelling drama, interesting story.
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 24 4:36 - 10. Groundhog Day Great 90s Fantasy. Mixing Bill Murray quips and a colourful cast, this film will last the distance. Asking that question, 'if I could live today again...and again.....and again...?' Self-referencial and highly amusing.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 24 4:51 - H! 1. Hard Boiled An absolute bloodbath. Outlandish action sequences and wanton violence at every corner, Hard Boiled is an absolute classic of a film, if maybe for all the wrong reasons. Everything that makes a great renegade cop film topped off with some merciless, unadulterated killing at the end of the film. Hilarious!
escafeld Rank : 25	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 24 13:38 - 2. The Hole A pyschological thriller in which a group of college students find themselves trapped in an old underground bunker. Interesting film in which you're kept guessing as to why they got trapped & who is responsible.
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 24 14:04 - holes a very populor movie were a bunch of kids are forced to dig holes. An enjoyable movie to watch.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 7 months ago at May 25 1:49 - 4. Heat Michael Mann's best film to date. Outstanding action, engaging drama, sublime performances. The cinematography throughout the street action scene is particularly impressive. It's 160 minutes, but it never feels that long.
Strawberry_369 Rank : 392	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 25 22:23 - 5. Happy Feet A cute story about a penguin that can dance instead of sing.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 26 0:24 - 6. Hot Fuzz This is a fantastic film! It's not some mindless American spoof film, but an ingenius spoof of the action genre while also being an addition to the action genre. Violent, action-packed and hilarious - Hot Fuzz is a brilliant film. (my elaborated thoughts available in my review)
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 26 0:35 - 7. High Fidelity John Cusack delivers a knockout performance as a record store owner obsessed with Top 5 lists in this adaptation of Nick Hornby's excellent book. Jack Black stars in his breakout role as Barry, Cusack's employee who is as music obsessed as his boss is.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 26 5:58 - 8. Howl's Moving Castle Any film that features Christian Bale's voice is reason enough to be loved. Howl is a vain and brooding wizard who has a reputation for stealing young girls hearts and then disappearing. Enter a shy hat girl bound under a cruel ageing curse and watch them battle against the oppressive reign of the royal family and the darker magic at work. The animation is breathtaking and the music that accompanies it perfect leaving little to be disliked.
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 26 6:20 - 9. Hook This should be on everyones to see list. A reimagined tale of Peter Pan, which gives us an objective look at Never Neverland. All the classic characters are there and the story is a slight improvement over the other in terms of family entertainment. Funny and cherpy to the last.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 26 6:57 - 10. Heavenly Creatures The epitome of Peter Jackson's filmmaking in his pre-LOTR days. This terrific critically acclaimed hypnotic thriller is a film based on a true story of two young girls who lived in New Zealand driven to murder when faced with separation. Emotional, stunning, gripping and compelling.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 26 8:48 - I 1. In the name of the Father Based on the real life incidents of the Guilford 4, wrongly arrested for the Guildford Pub IRA bombings. Daniel-Day Lewis and Pete Postlethwaite play father and son Gerry and Giuseppe Conlon. I wish I was Pete Poslethwaite's son, or DDL's dad.
Prelude VIP Moderator Rank : 1	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 26 9:11 - 2. Irreversible The most disturbing film I've ever watched, about a brutal rape and an equally brutal act of vengeance. This french film is hypnotic and shocking to watch, and is shown in reverse chronological order to great effect.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 26 14:23 - 3. I Am Sam A film that I absent mindedly began to watch and ended up completely entangled in the characters plight. Sean Penn sensationally plays a single parent who is mentally challenged and face with the prospect of losing his young daughter (Dakota Fanning). The cast are brilliant and the storyline touching and genuine, making the film better than I felt it should be.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 26 16:34 - 4. It's a Wonderful Life An outstanding film from Frank Capra. This is a timeless masterpiece in every sense of the word. Words fail me when I try to describe how brilliant, timeless, inspirational, original, touching and wonderful this movie really is.
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 27 5:31 - 5. Invasion of the Astro-Monster (the direct translation from its original Eastern release) The Godzilla franchise didn't merely inspire thousands of low grade b-movies popular from the 1950s to the 1970s; it inspired thousands of low grade sci-fis popular from the 1950s to the 1970s as well. But you can't blame the source, can you? The sixth entry in the Godzilla series, through this film's popularity it created a formula that would over time be re-invented, re-interpreted, and, sadly, re-metabolized by ungrateful directors showing no tribute to Akira Takarada's ethic of filmmaking. Molded together the visual unity, Cold War-inspired plot and instant win of a score solidify the characteristics of the b-movie genre. However, Invasion of the Astro-Monster is definitely a-grade.
Prelude VIP Moderator Rank : 1	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 27 7:13 - 6. The Insider Based on a true story, this thriller goes deep into the dangerous world of investigative journalism. Al Pacino is well cast as the '60 Minutes' journalist who, together with a scientist, helps blow the lid on the ruthless practices of tobacco giants, which directly led to the multi-billion dollar lawsuits that were soon to follow.
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 27 7:21 - 7. I, Robot
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 28 4:06 - 8. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade Third Indiana Jones film is everything you could possibly want in an adventure film - exciting action, exhilerating adventure and fantastic characters. Harrison Ford will always be Indiana Jones. Sean Connery as his father is a perfect piece of casting.
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 28 6:28 - 9. Inside Man Finally Spike Lee pulls through! Take an ordinary bank heist, throw in loads of twists, nazis and carefull planning and you have a sintilating and engaging plot. Clive Owen vs. Denzel Washington could not have been placed in a better film. The battle of wits flows right until the closing credits. Definitely worth a watch.
Prelude VIP Moderator Rank : 1	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 28 6:40 - OT: Thanks for adding Indiana Jones, PvtCaboose. I nominated two 'I' films already, and then screamed "DOOOOOH!!!" when I realized I forgot about Indy.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 28 6:41 - 10. Into the Wild I was going to nominate the newest Indiana Jones film as well. A shame we've run out of 'I' films. (the new film is great)
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 28 7:04 - J-Dawg! 1. Judge Dredd What an outstanding blockbuster. Not quite what you'd expect from the comics but its managed to hold strong. Over the top, exploding prams and the electric chair for jaywalking! Absolutely outrageous! It makes you cry with laughter at how gung-ho some characters can be. Stallone's menacing 'platform' stance and upturned smile bring Joseph Dredd out of the pages and onto the big screen.
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PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 29 1:06 - 2. JFK All my thoughts are summed up in my review.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 29 17:04 - 3. Jack This was one of my favourite childhood films. Watching a kid of 10 live out his life in the form of an adult. I use to marvelling at all the possibilities in the world that would offer themselves within this situation. By the end of the film I was left with a supreme feeling of guilt as poor Jack also has to face up to the reality of premature aging and the restraints upon him whilst all his young friends continue to frolic. Touching and humorous, Robin Williams at what he does best.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 30 1:17 - 4. Jurassic Park
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 31 8:23 - 5. Jaws The ultimate thriller. Depicting the level of blood and surfers that can be lost at the pinacle of the battle between man and beast. An ominous and memorable soundtrack, coupled with some clever filming at the waterline made millios scared of the sea. Lake Placid, Anaconda, Deep Blue have all tried to recreate that feeling of terror and forboding that Jaws does so well...none have suceeded.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at May 31 10:29 - 6. James and the Giant Peach An excellent adaptation of Roald Dahl's novel of the same name. Catchy songs and endearing characters make this movie one of my favorites from childhood. The live-action to stop-motion provide lovely contrast as in the end they are both combined. Plus who wouldn't want to have amazing adventures in a giant fruit and befriend scary looking insects?
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 2 2:25 - 7. Jarhead Good war movie. But the build up appears to be for nothing.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 3 0:46 - 8. Juno Great acting by the whole cast, unconventional story and a great soundtrack. Ellen Page is a superstar in the making.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 5 20:27 - 9. The Joy Luck Club A finely woven tale of the lives of various Chinese women and their daughters. Perhaps not as detailed as the book but every bit as emotional.
Strawberry_369 Rank : 392	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 6 3:06 - 10. Jurassic Park Great action, great thrills, and has a glimpse on, "what ifs" and how terrible it can become.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 6 4:03 - K 1. Kontroll Intriguing Hungarian movie about people who spend a good chunk of their lives underground - subway ticket checkers.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 6 4:20 - Jurassic Park has been nominated twice now. Please read the thread or even look at the list to see if the film has been nominated before.
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 6 5:20 - 10. Jumanji This was a childhood classic for me. One of the pinnacle moments of my tweens where I had a laugh aswell as being amazed by the concept of a mystical boardgame! An adventurous story that keeps you right in the middle of it all. Special mention to Officer Carl the Soleman who spent most of the film as the butt of every tragedy.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 6 6:22 - 2. King Kong (1933)
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 6 6:42 - 3. The Karate Kid Ahhh...Mr Miyagi and "Daniel-son" in one of the best underdog movies. The movie is a bit dated but is still an entertaining flick.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 6 8:02 - 4. Kenny This is classic Australian humour! An outstanding mockumentary about your typical hard-working Aussie named Kenny whose trade is in portaloos. From start to finish, the film is a complete riot. Even after several screenings the humour is fresh and hilarious.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 6 11:53 - 5. Keeping the Faith Have you heard the one about the rabbi and the priest? Well, you definitely haven't heard this tale. Edward Norton's starred and made his directorial debut with this movie.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 6 12:42 - 6. Kiki's Delivery Service (English Title)
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 7 6:30 - 7. Kill Bill Vol. 1 & 2 Only Quentin Tarantino could spoof and pay homage to a whole genre in the same movie. He takes all the cheesy kung-fu movies ever made and creates something bloody, violent, cheesy, deep, engrossing, funny, touching and totally brilliant.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 8 7:26 - 8. Kung Fu Hustle Action comedy from Hong Kong. The action is so absurd that it's funny and entertaining. The plot is thin but that doesn't stop this movie or the actors.
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 9 8:27 - 9. K-Pax A fairly simple movie yet with complex undertones starring Kevin Spacey. Is he an alien or isn't he?
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 10 11:59 - 10. Kindergarten Cop Tough cop Arnie goes undercover as a Primary school teacher to protect a child from his crazed biological father. As a child this film was my introduction to Arnie. I giggled the whole way through at his silly accent, bad puns and the chaos that ensues from his inability to supervise children. Watching it as a grown-up hasn't changed a thing.
Richard A. Booth Rank : 7674	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 10 12:09 - L 1. Layer Cake The depiction of a violent subculture of organised crime, side-by-side with everyday urban London, isn't quite as worrying as it should be, but otherwise a decent film, and noteworthy for featuring a pre-Bond Daniel Craig (I re-watched this last night, and was amused at the scene where, having picked up a gun, he does some Bond-esque posing, in a comically self-conscious sort of way).
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 11 1:23 - 2. Lion King, The
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 11 3:11 - 3. L.A. Confidential Suspenseful and twisted detective drama movie set in 1960s Los Angeles. I am a big fan of detective movies and this is the best movie in this genre. A stellar cast (two of whom - Kevin Spacey and Russell Crowe - would win Best Actor Oscars later in the decade), brilliant direction coupled with outstanding set and costume design make this one the best movies ever made. It got swept aside at the Oscar's by Titanic but is a true masterpiece notwithstanding.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 11 4:09 - 4. Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 11 6:11 - 5. Lost in Translation. A serene and beautiful film about an unconventional yet perfect relationship between two lost souls. Amazing sets, scenes and performances complement the subtle humour throughout.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 11 7:58 - 6. Léon: The Professional
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 11 9:05 - 7. Little Miss Sunshine This is just a delightful movie to watch from start to finish about an odd little family that tries so fracking hard to get the little girl to this beauty pageant. Sure no one's perfect but hey, that's just life.
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 11 15:00 - Why do you pricks have to steal all my favourite L's!!! 8. The Land Before Time
Asura Rank : 4169	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 11 19:43 - 9. Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers the battle of helms deep was cool, the death of christopher lee (saruamn), the return of ian mckellen (gandalf), and other things
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 11 19:45 - You need to add a description for it to be a valid choice for the list.
Richard A. Booth Rank : 7674	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 11 21:12 - 10. License to Kill I can't quite reconcile the silly fight featuring swordfish-as-weapon with the horrific feeding to sharks, but, never mind Casino Royale - this is as dark and gritty as Bond gets, what with the portrayal of a cocaine industry, and Bond's ruthless quest to avenge a friend. And we get to see an emotional depth to OO7, which we'd only ever glimpsed in OHMSS.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 12 1:05 - Onto M.... 1. Munich
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 12 9:13 - 2. The Matrix Unfortunately, no one can be told what the Matrix is. You have to see it for yourself.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 12 9:49 - Oh frack, you guys suck. I was totally sure someone was gonna choose M as the first movie for this letter. anyway... 3. Mysterious Skin Alien abductions and male prostitution come together in this intense journey of two young boys who both went through the same horrific experience yet dealt with it in two completely different, yet realistic, ways. It was an emotional ride that just left me speechless from start to finish. And for a good while afterwords too.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 12 10:13 - 4. The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance
megan27 Rank : 1016	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 12 13:31 - 5. Memento The main character has short term memory loss and so he can't make new memories - he has to make notes for himself. It's a little confusing to watch the first time, because it starts at the end of the situation and each scene jumps back in time a little to show bits and pieces of what has happened already. But it's very interesting and its a movie that actually makes you think.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 12 14:13 - 6. Malèna A jovial coming-of-age film set around a young Sicilian boy and his obsession with a beautiful woman who if vilified by the entire town because of her radiant good looks. Although it has its darker moments, Malèna is very much a feel good film.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 12 16:12 - 7. Moulin Rouge The visually stunning modern day musical. Follows the love story of courtisan Satine and writer Christian. The best musical made in decades, the ultimate story or romance, beauty and the bohemian way.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 12 16:27 - 8. Monsoon Wedding
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 12 17:04 - 9. Monty Python's Life of Brian
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 12 17:28 - 10. Muppet Christmas Carol The best Muppet Movie ever, and the best adaptation ever. I know every single word to this movie off by heart. Nothing stirs that warmth and christmas cheer in me quite like it. Gonzo plays Charles Dickens, and narrates the whole thing along side Rizzo. The ghost of christmas past is a particular legend, and Michael Cane acts superbly throughout.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 12 20:43 - I don't get how it's fair how PvtCaboose91 gets to nominate THREE movies per letter especially when it's not that slow. It's nooot faaaiiiir waaahhh. NNNNNNNnnnnnn 1. Night Watch (Nochnoy dozor) An interesting Russian fantasy-horror film set in modern times. A somewhat different take on the whole light vs. dark epic battle type thing. Oh and the animated subtitles were kinda amazing if you don't speak Russian.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 12 20:55 - 2. Night and Fog Possibly the best documentary ever made. Filmed around several Nazi concentration camps in Poland, it recounts the horrors perpetrated there.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 13 3:33 - 3. No Country for Old Men
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 13 3:45 - 4. Nineteen Eighty-Four George Orwell's dark dystopia comes to the big screen. Richard Burton gives a magnificent performance and the rest of the cast isn't shabby either. Shot in the exact time frame Orwell set the book in. The world he imagined might not exist but his ideas and warnings remain as powerful as ever and even more relevant today.
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 13 11:20 - 5. Naked Gun In my opinion, the quintiessential spoof movie. I abhor the new habit of mashing together a bunch of SNL-style skits making fun of movies. I prefer the old style of sight gags and anachronisms and new moviemakers in this genre ought to take notes.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 13 13:51 - 6. The Notebook Romantic masterpiece or melodramatic tearjerker? Opinion is divided but the audiences loved it.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 14 4:42 - 7. Notes on a Scandal A film that is uncomfortable to watch in places as it charters the beginning of a young teachers career (Cate Blanchett). Bored by the routine of her family life she is flattered by the affections of one of her gifted art student. Taken under the wing of the schools well established battle-axe (Judy Dench,) whose intentions aren't always as honourable as the appear. These is fantastic acting in all roles throughout this film.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 14 4:49 - 8. Nosferatu
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 14 5:10 - Now that we're about half way through I guess Chibiy is right. Let's try and stick to the rules and only put forward two films per person to make this a more diverse list! That should make people think about their suggestion a bit more too! Thanks for the participation so far, feel free to get your friends involved and make this a list that is contributed to by a whole load of listalers. 9. North by Northwest A Hitchcock classic trailing the exploits of a high-rolling city slicker wrongly accused of being a fictional spy. Carey Grant plays Roger O. Thornhill, a man whose suave and sophisticated demeanour serves him well in the transformation from a bewildered victim of mistaken identity to a capable double agent. I love how he maintains his manners throughout.
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RB6K Rank : 36	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 15 16:51 - 10. No Escape Ray Liotta stars as a former marine serving a life-sentence on a remote island inhabited by a savage tribe of government-funded killers. After a murderous encounter with the ruthless tribe, he finds refuge with another band of survivors who are at perpetual war with the cannibalistic natives. He must use all of his skills and training to aid the survivors in a bid to migrate off of the island whilst under constant threat from a barbaric foe.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 15 18:40 - Oh Oh OOOOOOO! 1. Ong-Bak Man, this is what I'm looking for when I watch a martial arts flick: Action, action, action, and somewhat lacking plot. Tony Jaa is simply amazing.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 15 20:09 - 2. O Brother, Where Art Thou Sorry about nominating 3 films for each letter :S In my defence, the rules did state that it's 2 films per letter per user unless things got slow...and things were getting slow. I'll wait for a longer gap before proceeding to a third nomination for a letter. Great apologies!
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 15 20:32 - 3. Oliver! An upbeat, musical adaptation of a novel about poverty, child abuse, orphans, crime and deprivation. Who'd have thought it was possible? The greatest musical of all time, no exceptions. If you dont know at least one of the songs, you've got a problem.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 15 20:50 - 4. Open Your Eyes A man falls in love with the girl of his dreams but his ex-lover doesn't let go so easily and he ends up with a grotesquely disfigured face in the process. The rest of the movie is his quest to overcome his disfigurement. Sounds like a conventional against-all-odds kind of story, doesn't it? Well, it isn't. There are bizarre occurrences, paranoia, violence and murder. The movie examines the nature of memory and our dreams. Finally, it throws in a interesting twist in the drawn out and satisfying climax. (If anyone cares, this was made into the mediocre 'Vanilla Sky' with Penelope Cruz reprising her role.)
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 15 21:33 - 5. The Others Working within the style of The Sixth Sense...an entertaining thriller with a twist at the end I did not see coming.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 15 22:18 - 6. Office Space
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 15 22:46 - 7. Out of Sight Clever and sexy thriller starring George Clooney as prisoner in jail for a bank robbery and Jennifer Lopez as a US Marshal who gets caught up in his escape attempt... and falls for him as well.
Uber VIP Rank : 27	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 15 23:38 - 8. Over the Top Really campy 80's Stallone movie that is a bit funny at times.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 16 17:49 - 9. OldBoy I find it difficult to talk about asian cinema without sounding entirely pretentious, but this film is a stand-alone masterpiece. Wrecked by rumours of what would be a catastrophic Hollywood remake, the film follows Oh-Dae Su and his quest to exact violent revenge on the mysterious figure who locked him away for 15 years without reason. What a hero!
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 17 16:37 - 10. Once Upon a Time in Mexico Rarely is a film able to deliver so much. Comedy thats origional and funny, fantastic action sequences. Star cast and characters worthy of them, a love story that doesn't make me feel queezy and a plot line more complex and intense than Mr Depp's and Mr Banderas' glares combined.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 17 17:18 - PPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPP 1. Patton
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 17 17:46 - 2. Planes, Train and Automobiles
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 17 21:17 - 3. The Princess Bride A classic tale of true love and high adventure. It's my favorite love story that's for sure and while it does tend to make fun of other such movies of its genre, it's remarkably well done and ridiculous.
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 18 8:58 - 4. Predator
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 18 11:37 - 5. Pulp Fiction Quentin Tarantino's masterpiece. Has it all - gratuitous violence, dark humor, over the top characters and plot line.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 22 4:11 - 6. Pan's Labyrinth This film is a modern masterpiece. Beautifully shot and told, with an absolutely amazing cast...there are very little flaws to be pointed out here. Astounding make-up effects as well as flawless special effects compliment the incredible production and creature design. Set during 1944 in Spain, the film is a story about a young girl named Ofelia (Baquero) who travels with her pregnant mother to live with her new father in law, a cruel, sadistic Captain (López). Ofelia discovers a captivating fantasy world, run by a faun named Pan (Jones). Ofelia is believed to be the lost princess of their civilisation and must pass three tests before the moon is full.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 22 8:10 - 7. Perfect Blue Somehow, it's really, really hard to make a movie revolving around stalking and cyber-stalking without the story becoming completely ludicrous. Not so with 'Perfect Blue', it's an excellent, well directed thriller. The acting is excellent, it has to be, it's an animated movie after all.
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GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago at Jun 23 19:33 - 8. Phantom of the Opera Review
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jun 25 0:31 - 9. The Price of Milk It's like the Princess Bride on acid supposedly
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jun 27 2:26 - Things are getting rather slow around here...so I thought I'd throw out a third film for 'P' (that I've nominated) (come on...it's been 3 days!) 10. The Proposition
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jun 27 5:49 - Alrighty, that leads us into Q which is probably going to be a problem letter. We'll try and get to five entries beginning with Q before moving on to the next letter. Unfortunately, the only Q I have is Van Damme's 'The Quest' and I'm sure as hell not nominating that. It's all up to you guys!
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jun 27 6:14 - 1. Quadrophenia A fantastic look into the era of the Mods and Rockers of London. Filled with the scummiest and most jovial characters you'll ever have the pleasure of watching. Friction mounts between the two groups which leads to the ultimate showdown in Brighton. Top Notch!
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jun 27 7:14 - 2. The Queen The title of the film pretty much explains what the film is about - it's about the Queen of England; Queen Elizabeth II (Mirren, in a truly magnificent performance). The film is set in the week succeeding the sudden death of Princess Diana. We take a look at the difficult interaction between the Queen and the newly elected Prime Minister Tony Blair (Sheen) during their struggle to reach a compromise between a private tragedy in the royal family and the public's demand for an overt display of mourning. Helen Mirren deserved her Oscar - she is incredible in the title role! The rest of the performances are concentrated and effective. This is an intelligent British drama that demands multiple screenings!
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jun 27 22:29 - 3. Qing Hong Set in China in the 1960s, this movie tells the story of Qing Hong, the title character. Her parents disapprove of her boyfriend and want then to keep away from each other. In the backdrop, there is news of the economic growth in the coastal cities, especially Shanghai. This is bitterly resented by the people living in the interior, who are banned from moving away by the communist government. We get to peek inside the lives of young people living in an era of complete cultural repression. Anything related to western culture is considered to be bad, which makes it instantly desirable for these teenagers. The movie moves towards a surprising denouement in the last quarter which leaves you slightly shocked by it's brutality. The director does not shortchange either the personal or political aspects of the storyline and is backed up by excellent acting.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jun 28 1:58 - 4. Quick and the Dead Contrary to popular belief, this is an immensely satisfying and thoroughly entertaining western. It's not as good as the classic spaghetti westerns, but Sam Raimi is a capable director for the genre. An unknown female gunslinger (Stone) rides into a depressing town run by the despicable Mr. Herod (Hackman). Seeking revenge for her father's death when she was a young girl, she enters a quick-draw competition for which the prize is a huge sum of money.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jun 28 10:42 - 5. The Quiet American A satisfying, if not extraordinary adaptation of Graham Greene's novel. Two men, one middle aged Britisher, one young American vie for the affections of a young Vietnamese girl against the backdrop of the civil war and subsequent invasion of Vietnam by the Americans. Graham Greene deals in metaphors and irony throughout. The book is brilliant, the movie is merely good.
Elfflame Rank : 78	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jun 28 18:24 - 6. Quills A dark movie about the Marquis de Sade, and about power and passion and censorship. The statements in the story are shockingly wide-reaching for what you would think would be a very narrow focused story. It's not a pretty story, but it is interesting.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 1 16:02 - Is Q really a problem letter? Does anybody have any more, or shall we move on with just 6 Q's?
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 1 17:10 - I have one...but then Im spent Im afraid! 7. Quo Vadis A little dated now but by far one of the biggest epic films in early cinema. Roman General, Marcus Vinicius falls in love with christian Lygia...can their love thrive while her people are thrown to the lions?
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Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 1 17:41 - This isn't 'guess the film' Strawberry, you actually have to nominate a film you like with a reason.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 1 17:44 - 8. The Quiet Man I like any excuse to listen to masses of angry irish people in turmoil. In this classic, John Wayne plays a retired boxer who moves to the Emerald Isle and falls in love with a young, firey haired woman.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 5 1:36 - I think it's time to move onto R.... (it's been almost 4 days since someone nominated a Q) 1. Rambo (Rambo IV)
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 5 7:28 - 2. Rushmore A brilliant comedy by revered indie-director Wes Anderson. The lead character falls in love with one of his teachers and attempts to woo her, despite the fact that he has since been expelled from the school where she works. Passionate and creative, his extra-curricular activities are so overbearing that they have had a detrimental effect on his school work. When a new love rival enters the scene a hilarious battle of wits is played out by both parties for the affections of the long-suffering teacher.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 5 10:07 - 3. Raiders of the Lost Ark
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 5 16:30 - 4. Ringu Japanese horror movies don't come much better than this. A mysterious video tape kills people seven days after they watch it. One TV reporter tries to uncover the mystery which leads down several dark paths. It was re-made into a Hollywood movie that tried to 'improve' it but only resulted in making it un-focused. If you're lucky enough not to have seen the re-make yet, do yourself a favour and grab a DVD of Ringu and get the living daylights scared out of you.
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 5 17:54 - 5. Romeo + Juliet This film is the saving grace for all students studying the play for their GCSE Shakespearian English paper. Everyone knows the age old story, but this film spot on translates it into a modern context whereby the language barrier just dissipates. The cinematography is quirky and beautiful, as you can expect from Luhrmann. The cast rise to fill the big shoes set before them and the soundtrack adds yet another dimension of enjoyment to revel in.
Elfflame Rank : 78	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 6 1:48 - 6. Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead A brilliant take on what happens when minor characters in a play are offstage. It's been done before, but Stoppard's storytelling style is hilarious, and Gary Oldman and Tim Roth are excellent in their roles as the title characters.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 6 14:25 - 7. Rounders Two of the finest actors in Hollywood play off each other in this thriller. Matt Damon plays a card shark trying to stay out of trouble. Edward Norton plays his friend who keeps dragging him back into trouble. The final poker game is so perfectly paced that you can't look away.
AjaxLeRoy Rank : 1118	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 7 12:44 - 8. Ravenous Can't say I'm a huge fan of Guy Pearce's characters, but this one he plays perfectly. What I like most about the movie, though, is the incredibly brutal fight scene. And cannibal movies are always fun anyway.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 7 12:52 - 9. Rocky I'd probably kill myself if I didn't manage to get this one on the list. The larger than life boxer who wins everything from hearts to heavyweight titles despite his meagre background. The rags to riches story of a small town bum which culminates in an epic battle against Apollo and all the odds.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 7 15:00 - 10. Reservoir Dogs Cult classic, and in my opinion, better than Pulp Fiction. Seven total strangers meet in order to pull of the perfect crime. After the bank job falls, it is clear that someone told the cops. Injured, panicked and paranoiac, the group flee into hiding and begin to wonder, which of them is DA RAT! A perfect blend of drama, action, violence and comedy. One of my favourite films of all time, with a top notch cast and nifty soundtrack.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 7 15:15 - S 1.Snatch Do you know what "nemesis" means? A righteous infliction of retribution manifested by an appropriate agent. Personified in this case by an 'orrible cunt... me. Snatch is grimey, gritty, violent, and funny. Brad Pitt shows us that he's not just a pretty face, acting superbly, and hilariously as pikie, Mickey O'Neil. This is definitely one of the most quotable films in cinema history, never a dull moment, full of the highly stylised comic violence that Guy Ritchie does so well.
The Mighty Celestial Rank : 125	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 7 16:49 - 2. Shining, The First of all, I'm always partial to Stanley Kubrick. IMO, he tends to make movies that are an inch away from being abstract beyond understanding, but keeps the flow of the film reeled in just enough to make seem like it makes sense on some kind of creative level. Add in the grounding of a Stephen King story & a role taylor made for Jack Nicholson, & you have one of my top favorite horror movies. And with very little slashing, to boot. The horror stems more from Jack's delivery & facial expressions as his character gradually slips into the madness of the haunted hotel's dark intentions. "Here's Johnny!" wouldn't be a very scary line if it weren't for Jack's maniacal mug peering thru the door's cracked orifice, freshly smashed thru by the axe-wielding writer with "redrum" on his mind
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 7 18:35 - 3. Schindler's List
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 7 19:34 - 4. Seven Samurai (Shichinin no samurai) It's old and a bit on the long side but that doesn't hinder the movie in anyway and one almost forgets at times that they are speaking Japanese. A village that is constantly harassed by these bully dudes, who threaten to come and steal all their rice, decide to hire masterless samurai to defend them. To this day films are still influenced by it and numerous other movies have tried to mimic it but the original shines the brightest. Edit: Sorry 'bout the numbering guys. My eyes are failing me.
AjaxLeRoy Rank : 1118	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 7 19:37 - 4. Shawshank Redemption, The This is an easy one, and I'm sure that a lot of people have a lot more to say about it than I, but very few films have left me more satisfied with the outcome than this one. And the means to get there: astounding.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 7 21:22 - 5. Sense and Sensibility A beautiful story about love and how it comes in expected and unexpected ways. Jane Austen's novel was adapted for the silver screen by Emma Thompson who also stars in the movie. Directed by Ang Lee, who brings his trademark 'sense and sensibility' to the movie as well.
Elfflame Rank : 78	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 0:04 - 6. Star Wars The Science Fiction movie. Every time I think I'm getting over how good it is, all I have to do is watch it again and I'm reminded of how original this movie was, even as much as Lucas took from other's stories.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 0:20 - (3 was done twice!) 8. Sweeney Todd (2007)
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 1:14 - Sixth Sense,The 9. Still the best movie that director M. Night ever made! It's the story of the boy who can see ghosts and if he shares about his secret to a living soul, he could be rejected and/or ridiculed. My favorite supporting character in this movie is the boy's mom who stays by his side no matter how weird things get for him.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 5:25 - 10. Se7en A brilliant detective story with an unforgettable plot. Definitely my favourite David Fincher film. Great performances from the whole cast, and a very memorable ending.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 6:28 - TTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTt 1. This Is Spinal Tap
Rafikz Rank : 294	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 9:42 - 2. Tokyo Story Plot: An elderly couple journey to Tokyo to visit their children and are confronted by indifference, ingratitude and selfishness. When the parents are packed off to a resort by their impatient children, the film deepens into an unbearably moving meditation on mortality. Well, it's simply a masterpiece by Ozu. The story takes place in Tokyo, but it's really universal.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 11:48 - 3. The Talented Mr Ripley Matt Damon plays psychopath Tom Ripley in this thriller that veers off into an unexpected direction half way through. Ripley is sent to Italy to retrieve Dickie Greenleaf by Dickie's father. Instead, he joins Dickie in enjoying the playboy lifestyle, until Dickie begins to tire of him. But Tom's not having any of that... (As for 'S', can't believe no one picked 'Saving Private Ryan'!)
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 12:24 - 4.To Kill A Mockingbird Is an explanation really needed? One of the best quality movies that has really stood the test of time. Gregory Peck at his best.
Asura Rank : 4169	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 12:38 - 5.The Transporter A action/crime movie that stars jason statham as frank martin who stills a car that has the so called "package".
AjaxLeRoy Rank : 1118	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 14:23 - 6. The Terminator As a trilogy (and soon to be quadrilogy), I think it's awesome, but none of sequels is as crushingly sinister as the first. The 'bad' Terminator is one of the greatest villains ever.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 17:15 - 7. Three Colors: Red The conclusion to the Three Colors trilogy about contemporary French society. Red represents fraternity in the French flag. A retired police officer snoops on the phone calls of all his neighbours representing the twisted view 'fraternity' of the movie.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 18:17 - 8. The Truman Show A ponderous comedy starring one of the most hilarious men on the planet. The premise is ingenious and the characters are as memorable as the outcome of this comedy masterpiece. Severely underrated in my humble opinion!
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 18:30 - 9. Transformers The first big robot fighting movie that's not b-rate. I originally did not expect to like this movie even when I found out that Spielburg was somehow involved in the project. I don't remember how i ended up watching it but I remember how much I liked it! I was never a fan of the cartoon much less the poorly animated movie released about 20 years ago ( I saw it at a friend's house who owned the video tape ). The story about alien robots who end up waging their war on Earth never looked so entertaining with eye popping special effects and at least a decent story plot. My favorite part is when Shia LeBoufe (whom I heard was raised Jewish) asks his teacher in the movie, "What would Jesus do?".
Rafikz Rank : 294	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 21:32 - 10. Three Colors: Blue The first movie of the Three Colors trilogy about contemporary French society. Blue stands for liberty. After a tragedy, a woman strives to get free from what represents her past.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 22:06 - UUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU 1. United 93
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 22:31 - 2. Bold text - Unbreakable The second M. Night movie that amazed me! This is the first serious superhero movie that was in no way campy or silly that I've ever seen. Never did such a movie stir up my feelings like this movie either. For instance, when a customer tries to purchase a piece of art from the exhibit for his four year old son from Elijah Price who owns the comic art exhibit, I wanted Elijah to kill that guy! My favorite scene is when David's ( the main character ) son tries to "help" him lift weights. That was classic.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 22:55 - 3. Unforgiven
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 8 23:25 - 4. Under Suspicion Gene Hackman and Morgan Freeman deliver excellent performances in this tense drama centered around a police interrogation. There's no physical pain inflicted, only the relentless mental pressure of a interrogation that leaves no stone unturned to get an upper hand on the suspect. Freeman is brilliant as the calm and collected cop who boxes in his suspect, Hackman. Monica Belluci is also great eye candy as Hackman's wife.
Rafikz Rank : 294	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 9 8:56 - 5. Usual Suspects, The This is probably the best American thriller movie of the nineties. Incredible performances and a riveting storytelling make this film a must-see.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 9 11:27 - 6. Unconditional Love It's a real shame this film never went to theaters and most people probably haven't even heard of it, because it's really quite enjoyable. A disillusioned housewife leaves her husband and travels to London to attend the funeral of her favorite pop star. Somehow a midget, a crossbow serial killer, and a gay lover in mourning is involved. Hijinks ensue. And Julie Andrews is used for crowd control? All in all a splendid little dark comedy film.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 9 13:15 - 7. Uncle Buck!! John Candy in one of cinemas greatest hats, playing one of cinemas greatest characters. All hell breaks lose when eccentric Buck comes to babysit his brothers kids. With his unique eccentricity and showmanship, Buck give his neice's slimey boyfriend his just deserts, and warms the hearts of the whole family. The best family film of all time, and a laugh riot.
AjaxLeRoy Rank : 1118	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 9 16:02 - 8. U-571 Fascinating story, first of all. It's tense and full of suspense, but what I liked most about it was that there was no lame love story to ruin it.
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Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 9 22:59 - 10. U.S. Marshals A well directed and acted action movie with Robert Downey Jr giving another excellent performance. Ostensibly a sequel to 'The Fugitive' but has very little to do with that movie, except sharing several of the same characters.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 10 16:10 - V 1.Vanity Fair This follows the pluck young orphan, Becky Sharp, who refuses to be bogged down my the unfortunate circumstance of her birth. Sharp resolves to climb the social ladder by any means necessary, luckily a heaving bosom and sharp tongue can do wonders for a girl.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 10 16:12 - 2.Vincent This may be a short film, but its everybit a masterpiece. I'd advise anyone who remotely likes Tim Burton to watch 'Vincent'. Its about a young boy who longs to be Vincent Price, narrated by the legend himself and in verse. The whole thing is deliciously dark and animated in a typical Burton manner.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 10 16:16 - 3. V for Vendetta Superlative effort from director James McTeigue which sees the emancipation of the British people at the hands of a superhero assuming the guise of the nation's most notorious would-be criminal. Fantastic performances from Hugo Weaving and Natalie Portman compliment the fast paced plot and intense action sequences. Definitely a film that improves with repeated viewings.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 11 0:42 - 4. Volver Pedro Almodovar loves to make movies centered around mother-daughter relationships. The movie is a mix of drama and dark comedy, possibly his best movie next to 'Bad Education'. Penelope Cruz plays a woman whose parents died in a fire. The circumstances surrounding the incident are gradually revealed as the movie progresses, along with several complications in the lives of the women in the movie, ending in a surprising conclusion. Great acting backs up the director's masterful handling of the clever and well written script.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 11 0:52 - 5. Viva Algeria Set in Algiers, this thriller revolves around three women - a young woman who is the mistress of a rich doctor, a prostitute and a retired cabaret singer - who live in the same apartment complex. It puts a very different face on the country from what I expected. The music throughout the movie is also excellent.
Rafikz Rank : 294	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 11 21:55 - (double posts?) 6. Vanishing, The Scaring, claustrophobic, clever and surprising. One of my favorite horror/thriller movies.
Elfflame Rank : 78	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 12 1:26 - 7. Victor/Victoria A great musical about gender identity, love, and music. The cast is truly incredible, and anyone who enjoys Julie Andrews should give it a whirl.
Rafikz Rank : 294	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 12 10:12 - 8. Vertigo Best thriller ever? Brilliant on every possible level. Hitchcock in his best. A must-see.
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Elfflame Rank : 78	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 13 14:01 - 9. Van Helsing A great new take on the classic horror-movie creatures. Falls short in a few places, but also does an excellent job of updating well-known scenes from many of the classics.
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chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 16 1:32 - Bleh, I'll put you guys out of your misery 'n jus git dem V's dun wit. 10. Velvet Goldmine
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 16 2:09 - EDIT: I was beaten, I guess. Cake to follow.
Rafikz Rank : 294	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 16 7:57 - W.W.W..W.W.W..W.W.W..W.W.W..W.W.W..W.W.W..W.W.W..W.W.W 01. Wild Strawberries Along with Ikiru, one of the best films about the aging process. Victor Sjöström's acting is just perfect. Ingmar Bergman once again delivered a masterpiece.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 16 15:45 - Uh, sorry Metta but I kinda beat you to the punch there. :P 2. Wilde An interesting film about the man himself, Oscar Wilde. It shows the love that dare not speak its name and how it brought a man to his downfall. Or something like that.
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 16 16:23 - Uh, sorry, according to the rules in the OP you kinda didn't: Description-less nominations will not be included. ...which is why I said what I did about qualifying. If the name was enough, two other people also beat you. :) At any rate... 3. Wait Until Dark Audrey Hepburn is her usual amazing self. Alan Arkin is possibly the creepiest villain in movies. The plot is an amazing and intricate work of art, and tense as a bridge guy-wire to boot. This might be my favorite movie to witness someone seeing for the first time.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 16 16:50 - Uh, it was a link to a review (sure it ain't the greatest but it works). If you scroll up and look at the previous posts you can see that others have done the same. And it seems to be fine with the OP since he has added such nominations on the list with links to the reviews. So yeah, I still beat you to the punch :P EDIT: I like yellow frosting on my cakes.
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 16 16:53 - You win the internet. I'll make a cake.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 16 17:08 - 4. Who Framed Roger Rabbit? A splendid film utilising advanced animation techniques (at least for the time anyway) and blending them with real time action. A brief glimpse of both Warner Bros and Disney characters coming together on the same screen, but the real star of the show is the comedy. Bob Hoskins is a total hero, not to mention this film spawned a million confused fantasies and psychological issues with the inclusion of the hottest cartoon character ever conceived!
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 16 19:07 - 5. When We Were Kings This excellent documentary follows the events around the legendary 'Rumble in the Jungle' boxing match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman. It's a stunning look at the personality of Ali. My favourite moment is the look on Ali's face at the end of the first round. Even if you're not a fan of boxing (I'm not), this documentary has a lot to be admired.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 16 19:18 - 6. Withnail & I My favourite brit flick of all time, failing actors Withnail and friend, I, try to escape from their squalor and wretched poverty by travelling to the county to stay in Withnail's uncle's cottage. Drug use is rampant in this film, you really get a sense of how badly one can abuse their body..but in a good way of course. This film is cult viewing and will never fail to entertain me, even if you dont like the fine British acting and hilarious drug freak outs, you can always enjoy the endless one-liners "Monty you terrible c**t!"
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 17 10:51 - 7. Wallace & Gromit in The Curse of the Were-Rabbit British animator Nick park has been making Wallace & Gromit short films for years but this is the first full length feature he has attempted. A clever and funny mystery filled with his trademark bizarre contraptions.
AjaxLeRoy Rank : 1118	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 18 17:53 - 8. The Wall Like it, love it, or hate it, either way it's the perfect cinematical manifestation of album from which it was conceived.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 18 18:28 - 9. The Warriors Fantastic gangland action with dreadful acting and a sackful of camp gangs and goons. The Warriors were the heroes of my childhood, each encounter and character were highly memorable and the suspense was first rate. Great stuff.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 19 5:41 - 10. Wizard of Oz
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 20 0:31 - 1. X2:X-Men United An improvement from the first movie and not out done by the last (stand). ;) It's my favorite of the trilogy not only because of the interesting Wolverine plot but also because Night Crawler's accent is actually correct (unlike certain other mutants). I will always wonder though if the third movie would've been better if a certain director would've stuck to this franchise instead of running off to direct another superhero movie that didn't quite turn out as great. The world will never know.
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago at Jul 21 22:08 - 2. X Files, The I think I had let some friends talk me into seeing this when it was out in the theaters about 10 years ago. I never really cared about the TV series so I was quite surprised by how much I enjoyed the movie. I tried to watch the TV show afterwards but I still couldn't get into it. Weird. Oh well. Maybe the second movie will be interesting. :)
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Jul 27 18:39 - I was hoping some people would step up with foreign language titles, feel free to guys! If nobody has any more X's, we'll come back to them later. I'm sure we can pluck three more out of somewhere though :(
Elfflame Rank : 78	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Jul 30 23:52 - I don't know why this one didn't occur to me earlier! 3. Xanadu Despite its flaws, this has still stood the test of time. The mysticism in the story makes you wish there was more to the story than there is. And the music is some of the funnest of the period.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Jul 31 9:58 - Well I don't know any other titles in English that I'm fond of so I'm going to use the English romanization of a foreign film (but not really since it takes place in Manhattan and they usually speak in English). 4. Xi Yan (aka The Wedding Banquet) Sure many know Ang Lee from directing that gay cowboy movie but I think this film has alot more heart (and humor). A gay Taiwanese-American man attempts to satisfy his parent's desire for him to be married and have grandchildren by marrying his female tenant (he's a landlord) who wants to stay in the country. Hijinks ensue.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 7 11:19 - 5. xXx NB: I don't like this film, but I am taking one for the listal team! In fact, it was so bad, I can't believe I made it right through to the end. It gets us off of this wretched letter though! Here are some vaguely more coherent thoughts on the film. Onwards and upwards to the Ys!
Dionysian Child Rank : 98	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 7 15:28 - 1. Young Frankenstein I'm not a massive fan of Mel Brook's films, but this one always makes me laugh. Ridiculously OTT and outrageous as you expected, but with a plot line that really holds up and is thoroughly entertaining. Heart warming characters carry this film along nicely making it a great film for a cold night with cocoa.
Elfflame Rank : 78	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 7 23:52 - 2. Yellow Submarine A must-see if you're a Beatles fan. Trippy and strange, yes, but also loads of fun. Especially the songs.
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 9 22:29 - 3.Young Sherlock Holmes WOW! I almost forgot that this movie once existed until I saw part of it on TV a few weeks ago. I've outgrown it since it first was released but I used to think it was pretty awesome when I was a kid (I liked everything back then). Even though Spielburg didn't direct this movie, it had a lot of his influence in it so I think that's why I liked it so much.
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 9 22:30 - 3.Young Sherlock Holmes WOW! I almost forgot that this movie once existed until I saw part of it on TV a few weeks ago. I've outgrown it since it first was released but I used to think it was pretty awesome when I was a kid (I liked everything back then). Even though Spielberg didn't direct this movie, it had a lot of his influence in it so I think that's why I liked it so much.
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Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 10 12:38 - 4. Yojimbo The legendary wandering swordsman strolls into a self-destructive town overruled by two bungling crime lords. After rapidly demonstrating his prowess with a blade, he becomes hot property for both clans, but instead uses his samurai wiles to pit the gangs against each other for the eventual long-term benefit of the village.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 10 13:12 - The list is now completely up to date. I'm going to suggest just five Y films, then 5 Z films to top the whole thing off. Final stretch now, guys!
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 12 2:15 - 5. Y tu mamá también From IMDb: In Mexico, two teenage boys and an attractive older woman embark on a road trip and learn a thing or two about life, friendship, sex, and each other.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 12 14:11 - ZZZZZZZ 1. Zatoichi Beat Takeshi stars as the legendary blind swordsman in this modern take of a cinematic Japanese hero. The wandering masseur roams the country until stumbling across a secluded village that is overrun by extortionist thugs. He does what Zatoichi does best and defends the innocent and needy, only this time accompanied by an awesome soundtrack.
Prelude VIP Moderator Rank : 1	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 12 14:17 - 2. Zoolander Once again, the comic pairing of Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson proves to be brilliant, this time as rival male supermodels Derek Zoolander and up-and-comer Hansel. Add in great performances by the fashion bosses (played by Will Ferrell and Jerry Stiller, Ben's real life father), and the ever sexy Milla Jovovich as Katinka, and you have a film that is really, really, ridiculously good looking.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 12 14:24 - 3. Zulu A bloody fine war film with London's real jewell Michael Caine as Lt. Gonville Bromhead. A force of over 4000 Zulu warriors decend on a british medical base, immediately the tactical debate meets loggerheads with only a handful of welsh infantry fit enough to fight.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 12 15:05 - 4. Zodiac Fincher's detective masterpiece that retells the chilling story of the 'Zodiac' serial-killer who stalked San Francisco during the late sixties. The chilling murders and sadistic taunting of the police force don't quite disturb you as much as the fact that the crimes were never solved.
Prelude VIP Moderator Rank : 1	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 13 13:19 - 5. Zelary Following similar themes as Cold Mountain, this Oscar-nominated 'Best Foreign Film' from the Czech Republic is a masterful war time drama with genuine heart, and provides a much richer conclusion than Cold Mountain.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 13 13:52 - Well that's the letters out of the way, now to finish the whole thing off we'll try ten entries starting with figures. I'll start: 12 Angry Men A superb lesson in suspense and drama that follows the deliberation process of a courtroom jury charged with deciding the fate of a young vagrant. Intense and increasingly claustrophobic, this film is a masterpiece and a fantastic example of minority influence!
Kryptic Centurion Rank : 9	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 13 15:48 - 2. 13 Tzameti I really enjoyed this film. A man takes an opportunity to take part in a competition that really seperates the men from the boys. The ominous sensation you can feel throughout really makes this film memorable.
GemLil Moderator Rank : 24	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 13 17:25 - 3. 12 Monkeys 99% of the human race have been wiped out by a terrible virus, enter our anti-hero, convict James Cole. Cole is drafted to go back in time and take down the virus before it mutates. A classic dystopian flick that is both charming and eerie to behold.
PvtCaboose91 Rank : 22	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 13 20:21 - 4. 3:10 To Yuma
Deleted Rank : 46148	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 14 1:12 - 5. 13 Ghosts It was a classic horror film and fun to watch. I loved seeing the different ghosts, and different looks of the ghosts. They all had a story behind them and it made it interesting.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 14 1:54 - 6. 25th Hour From IMDb: Cornered by the DEA, convicted New York drug dealer Montgomery Brogan (Edward Norton) reevaluates his life in the 24 remaining hours before facing a seven-year jail term.
Prelude VIP Moderator Rank : 1	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 14 6:51 - re: 25th Hour - GA, don't use the above IMDb plot synopsis. Feel free to use this part of my short review of it: "If you had 24hours left before you had to go to jail for a long time, what would you do? Which friends would stick by you? What about your girlfriend who you suspect had a hand in getting you arrested? This movie explores all that, in a movie style that only Spike Lee can deliver."
The Mighty Celestial Rank : 125	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 14 23:16 - 8. 13 Days - I refrained from seeing this movie in theatres because I know the story of the Cuban Missle Crisis from my high school American history class. However, upon hearing mostly positive reviews after the fact, I decided to give it a view when I came across it the DVD rental store. And I have to say that movie does an excellent job of depicting the build-up of sophisticated international political tension that must've filled the White House during this period of history. As cliche as it sounds, despite knowing how this story ends, this film still managed to keep me at the edge of my seat.
Abhi VIP Rank : 106	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 15 2:32 - 9. 2001: A Space Odyssey Two pioneers in their respective fields - Arthur Clarke and Stanley Kubrick came together to create this masterpiece. The discovery of a monolith on the moon leads to an epic journey to the planet Jupiter. Things don't go as planned when the on-board AI starts going 'crazy'. Path breaking movie that surprisingly enough, still does not feel dated.
chibiyusa Rank : 95	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 15 3:39 - 9. 1776 A musical about the Second Continental Congress aka the events leading up to the signing of the (US) Deceleration of Independence. Sure it isn't 100% accurate and the whole premise is incredibly cheesy but it's still rather amusing, fun, and not to mention educational.
Grand Assault Rank : 5	Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago at Aug 15 6:20 - A number has been missed out! So I'll wrap this up to make it a square 10 with: 10.28 Days Later An eerie and atmospheric reinvention of the zombie film. Most chilling of all is the fact that they just got quicker! All the classic elements are there, including humans destroying themselves quicker than any zombie apocalypse could. An inspirational soundtrack to boot. --- BRILLIANT. Well done guys. I might get some stats up on the finished list if I can. EDIT: OK, a few stats are up. Thanks for playing!