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Avatar List added by Gunza Blazin on 24 April 2008 03:18

Listal's 100 Films To See Before You Die

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People who added this item 1941  Average listal rating (1253 ratings) 7.8  IMDB Rating 8.50 
1. Forrest Gump
---Nominated by GemLil---

Main Genre: Drama, Adventure

"Heart-wrenching, superbly acted epic. Makes me laugh and cry; so beautiful and innocent aswell."

*Prelude
**Yui
***Munky
****vanious
*****col
******Biggsy
*******Gunza Blazin
********AFIoscar

People who added this item 997  Average listal rating (636 ratings) 8.5  IMDB Rating 9.20 
2. The Godfather
---Nominated by GemLil---

Main Genre: Crime, Drama

"Do I even need to give a reason? IMDB topper, one of the greatest films of all time, crime, extortion, corruption and vendetta...Michael Coreleone, history's greatest anti-hero."

*DC
**robelenator
***doudouce
****Thilian
*****Brodie Bruce
******eragon
*******Bael
********AFIoscar

People who added this item 900  Average listal rating (627 ratings) 7.5  IMDB Rating 8.30 
3. Braveheart
---Nominated by doudouce---

Main Genre: Action, Drama

"If so, Braveheart comes to mind, it's an important epic, and a lot of work was put in there, it clearly shows. Plus, it's got Mel Gilbson :)"

*Dionysian Child
**Grand Assault
***Gunza Blazin
****chibiyusa
*****GemLil
******eragon
*******Sartha Ann
********AFIoscar

People who added this item 711  Average listal rating (462 ratings) 7.9  IMDB Rating 8.30 
4. Blade Runner
---Nominated by Grand Assault---

Main Genre: Science Fiction, Drama

"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!"

*Prelude
**Gunza Blazin
***GemLil
****vanious
*****DC
******doudouce
*******Dionysian Child
********AFIoscar

People who added this item 1423  Average listal rating (935 ratings) 7.9  IMDB Rating 8.80 
5. Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope
---Nominated by Grand Assault---

Main Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure

"Genre-defining science-fiction which spawned a huge expanded universe and all new levels of fandom across the globe. Iconic characters and a storyline that borders on gospel. Everyone knows this film and the characters involved, which is testament to its qualities."

*Gunza Blazin
**GemLil
***vanious
****DC
*****Prelude
******doudouce
*******chibiyusa

People who added this item 587  Average listal rating (410 ratings) 7.9  IMDB Rating 8.40 
6. Aliens
---Nominated by Gunza Blazin---

Main Genre: Science Fiction, Action

"Cameron did it best. He geared up the franchise with some hardcore action and created a solid continuation of the story. Every character was memorable down to the mottos on their uniforms. I can't stress enough on how poinltess the mid 80s science fiction would have been without this film."

*Grand Assault
**Prelude
***chibiyusa
****Vix
*****Munky
******coyoteblue
*******AFIoscar

---Nominated by Saritha Ann---

Main Genre: Fantasy, Adventure

"This movie accomplished what many thought was impossible...to bring the story of Tolkien to the big screen and succeed. Also to have a movie that was over three hours long to become such a massive hit was no small task either."

*Yui
**Munky
***Thilian
****spiegalr
*****Gunza Blazin
******doudouce
*******PvtCaboose

---Nominated by rb6k---

Main Genre: Fantasy, Adventure

"An epic finale to a magnificent trilogy. This film has epic battles, brilliant acting, powerful music, and awesome special effects. It is the sum of both the other films unfolding to a huge climax that does the novel justice."

*Claudia
**Gunza Blazin
***GemLil
****doudouce
*****Vix
******Bael
*******PvtCaboose

People who added this item 367  Average listal rating (239 ratings) 7.1  IMDB Rating 8.00 
9. Rocky
---Nominated by DC---

Main Genre: Drama, Sports

"Well it's the ultimate uplifting sports film, ain't it? Can you guys think of a more defining example? It's got all the ingredients: the underdog hero, the veteran coach, the training montage... Plus it's a damn fine movie, with a real touching love story as well. Definite thumbs up from me."

*Gunza Blazin
**Grand Assault
***chibiyusa
****Munky
*****Dionysian Child
******Thilian
*******Brodie Bruce
********PvtCaboose

@col

---Nominated by doudouce---

Main Genre: Action, Adventure

"The first and the best of the Indiana Jones trilogy, it has everything needed to justify watching it every year: the iconic but intellectual hero, the adventure and the chases, the epic spectacle, John Williams’ outstanding score, and sheer excitement throughout! Do I need to give more reasons? :)"

*Gunza Blazin
**Prelude
***Claudia
****chibiyusa
*****Moz La Punk
******Vix
*******Saritha Ann
********PvtCaboose

@Dionysian Child

People who added this item 1074  Average listal rating (760 ratings) 8.1  IMDB Rating 8.60 
11. Seven
---Nominated by Grand Assault---

Main Genre: Drama, Crime

"It's a brilliant film with superb performances from every character. Unnerving and disgusting, the murders pique your sadistic interest despite their brutality."

*Thilian
**GemLil
***Gunza Blazin
****Munky
*****rb6k
******chibiyusa
*******escafield
********Dionysian Child
*********Vix

@col
@@Saritha Ann

People who added this item 291  Average listal rating (145 ratings) 8.3  IMDB Rating 8.80 
12. Seven Samurai
---Nominated by chibiyusa---

Main Genre: Action, Comedy

"It's about bloody samurai, what's not to like? If you only had to watch one samurai film in your life, this is it. It's more than three hours long but unlike The Magnificent Seven, not once was I bored or fervently wishing the movie to end already. And Mag Seven wasn't nearly as long either. This film was also particularly innovative in plot devices, while not the first one to do what it did, it was one of the first and it brought many together, plus it was really well done. And the score is just fabulous."

*Grand Assault
**DC
***Vix
****Bael
*****doudouce
******coyoteblue

People who added this item 1033  Average listal rating (716 ratings) 8.5  IMDB Rating 9.20 
13. The Shawshank Redemption
---Nominated by Prelude---

Main Genre: Drama, Prison

"The most perfect film and storyline, about hope, redemption, justice and injustice. Unforgettable."

*GemLil
**chibiyusa
***Claudia
****Moz La Punk
*****doudouce
******Dionysian Child

People who added this item 693  Average listal rating (445 ratings) 8.2  IMDB Rating 8.50 
14. Pan's Labyrinth
---Nominated by chibiyusa---

Main Genre: Fantasy, Drama

"It's not just a fantasy, it's also a old style fantasy which harkens back to those fairy tales where everything was not "and they lived happily ever after." There were also terrible monsters that ate bad children who wouldn't listen and whatnot. Also it managed to incorporate a backdrop of WWII Spain. A visually stunning film that's bound to fascinate young and old viewers alike."

*Gunza Blazin
**Prelude
***vanious
****Moz La Punk
*****doudouce
******col

People who added this item 1618  Average listal rating (1067 ratings) 7.6  IMDB Rating 8.30 
15. Back to the Future
---Nominated by rb6k---

Main Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure

"This was on TV the other day and every time I see it I think "I absolutely love this trilogy I'm going to watch the next two as soon as ! can!" and then I forget and don't. I HAVE seen this trilogy surprisingly enough, and it is all brilliant, although 1 and 2 are better in my opinion."

*Prelude
**Munky
***GemLil
****spiegalr
*****doudouce
******Gunza Blazin

People who added this item 1126  Average listal rating (800 ratings) 7.2  IMDB Rating 7.30 
16. The Fifth Element
---Nominated by chibiyusa---

Main Genre: Science Fiction, Action

"I don't really remember much of this film since it's been a while since I last saw it but I vividly remember all the vibrant colors. It has to be one of the weirdest sci-fi movies I've ever seen and the special effects were something special."

*doudouce
**vanious
***Moz La Punk
****Prelude
*****Grand Assault
******escafield

People who added this item 725  Average listal rating (493 ratings) 7.6  IMDB Rating 8.20 
17. Die Hard
---Nominated by rb6k---

Main Genre: Action, Crime

"One of THE manliest films on earth. With fantastic lines and brilliant acting, this is a proper action film."

*Biggsy
**GemLil
***Claudia
****Vix
*****Gunza Blazin
******PvtCaboose

People who added this item 376  Average listal rating (212 ratings) 7.9  IMDB Rating 8.60 
18. Citizen Kane
---Nominated by vanious---

Main Genre: Drama, Biopic

"Written and directed by, and starring the late, great Orson Welles. An inspiring story of fame, glory and lost innocence. One of the greatest and best known films in history, bar none."

*chibiyusa
**doudouce
***DC
****baum
*****GemLil
******AFIoscar

People who added this item 2093  Average listal rating (1266 ratings) 7.9  IMDB Rating 8.60 
19. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
---Nominated by rb6k---

Main Genre: Fantasy, Adventure

"Epic battles, a masterpiece of a trilogy, i picked this one of the 3 purely because it was the first one that came to mind. Magnificent, in cast, acting, special effects, lines, drama. Everything was great about these films."

*Biggsy
**Gunza Blazin
***doudouce
****Saritha Ann
*****Bael
******PvtCaboose

People who added this item 1001  Average listal rating (630 ratings) 8.2  IMDB Rating 8.80 
20. Schindler's List
---Nominated by GemLil---

Main Genre: Drama, War

"The whole film is like a stab in the gut; scene after scene of terrifying acts of genocide, racial hatred and sadism that defined The Holocaust. Filmed with art and dignity; it is by no means a gorey 'snuff' film like 'The Passion'. Filmed in black and white throughout and thrown into colour at the end; when hundreds of present day Jews (many of them Oskar Schindler's workers) come to pay their respects to him. Liam Neeson acts superbly throughout; after all his work Schindler feels nothing but guilt at how many more he should have saved."

*doudouce
**Gunza Blazin
***Dionysian Child
****Moz La Punk
*****Saritha Ann
******nataliegoes

People who added this item 338  Average listal rating (198 ratings) 7.4  IMDB Rating 8.10 
21. Gone with the Wind
---Nominated by doudouce---

Main Genre: Drama, Romance

"It became the benchmark for popular epic cinema for decades. The film is monumental enough to be beyond criticism. It tidies up a lot of complex history… Dressed up with 1939 Technicolor, pastel-pretty for the dresses and blazing red for the passions, and a thunderous Max Steiner score, this still has a fair claim to be considered one of the best pictures of Hollywood filmmaking."

*GemLil
**DC
***Dionysian Child
****eragon
*****Saritha Ann
******nataliegoes

People who added this item 488  Average listal rating (284 ratings) 8.1  IMDB Rating 8.80 
22. Casablanca
---Nominated by DC---

Main Genre: Romance, Drama

"Everything I love about classic Hollywood is in this film. You can watch this over and over again and it'll still feel fresh. Ideal introduction to anyone who wants to get into "old" black & white movies. What's not to like: Romance, suspense, adventure in the Orient, the most quotable dialogue, the finest cast of character actors in the history of cinema, nazis, spies, gamblers, floozies, hustlers, thieves, revolutionaries, corrupt womanizers. Plus Hollywood's all-time leading actor in the defining role of his career."

*GemLil
**doudouce
***eragon
****Thilian
*****PvtCaboose
******AFIoscar

---Nominated by Gunza Blazin---

Main Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure

"My favourite Star Wars film of all time. Where the imperial march actually wins through and through. It doesn't feel as dated as ANH but still holds on to 'what Star Wars is all about'. Vader isn't on a leesh in this film either (Tarkin, Palpatine) so he has full authority to execute plans as he sees fit. He is the most iconic figure of the franchise afterall!"

*Yui
**GemLil
***Munky
****DC
*****Bael
******doudouce
*******chibiyusa

@Thilian

People who added this item 359  Average listal rating (240 ratings) 7.8  IMDB Rating 8.10 
24. Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels
---Nominated by Gunza Blazin---

Main Genre: Gangster, Comedy

"A British Gem. The ultimate East End gangster flick. Fantastic dialogue, cinematography and not to mention an ensemble cast out to win my heart!"

*Claudia
**robelenator
***Moz La Punk
****GemLil
*****Bael
*****Voxy
******escafield

@doudouce

People who added this item 617  Average listal rating (429 ratings) 7.7  IMDB Rating 8.00 
25. Shaun of the Dead
---Nominated by Gunza Blazin---

Main Genre: Comedy, Horror

"Considering the quality of parodies and spoofs today, this has got to be a valley above the rest. A fantastic homage to George A. Romero and his effortless attempt to master his own genre. Shaun of the Dead speaks volumes on how one perculiar event can change the life of an everyman. One of the few comedies that can appeal to everyone."

*Caludia
**vanious
***rb6k
****Biggsy
*****Vix
******GemLil
*******PvtCaboose
********Grand Assault

@escafield
@@Bael

People who added this item 1232  Average listal rating (875 ratings) 7.3  IMDB Rating 7.90 
26. The Truman Show
---Nominated by Grand Assault---

Main Genre: Comedy, Reality TV

"It's sometimes difficult to forget that this film was made just before the speight of Big Brother-esque reality TV shows took of. I guess they really didn't get the message. I could honestly see something as ridiculous and inhumane as this happening in the future as TV executives strive for ratings. Definitely something to see before you die, not least because of the classic comedy."

*GemLil
**spiegalr
***Prelude
****vanious
*****doudouce

People who added this item 681  Average listal rating (436 ratings) 7.7  IMDB Rating 8.20 
27. The Big Lebowski
---Nominated by Prelude---

Main Genre: Comedy, Crime

"The funniest dark comedy I've ever seen, the most vulgar, the most ridiculous, and the funniest lines ever put on the silver screen. "Nobody fucks with the Jesus!" "

*GemLil
**Moz La Punk
***Grand Assault
****robelenator
*****col

People who added this item 346  Average listal rating (197 ratings) 8.1  IMDB Rating 9.00 
28. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
---Nominated by DC---

Main Genre: Western, Drama

"This list could do with some more westerns. As we all know some of the best westerns were made far removed from the true west, in Italy by Sergio Leone. Not only is this one of the best westerns, it's one of the most accessible and entertaining inroads into the genre, it's got a twangin' rock'n'roll inspired score from Morricone, some great humourous dialogue and unforgettable characters. Yea, my explanation is lame, but you know this belongs up there."

*Prelude
**Bael
***robelenator
****Moz La Punk
*****doudouce

---Nominated by Thilian---

Main Genre: Comedy, War

"The sands of time have disgested all memory of the "pioneer" who initially categorized political commentary in literature under "embellishment". Meanwhile, names such as Stanley Kubrick, Peter Sellers and George C. Scott among others stick by like the Strontium-90 isotope. Everything that reaches height in this movie owes itself to severe underdoing. Sometimes an actor accidentally trips in the middle of a shoot. Why not include it in the final product? While that's being done, let's wait until after the movie's production to inform Slim Pickens that it's a satire. Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb is politics caught on tape."

*Prelude
**GemLil
***DC
****vanious
*****baum

People who added this item 722  Average listal rating (467 ratings) 7.5  IMDB Rating 8.30 
30. The Wizard of Oz
---Nominated by rb6k---

Main Genre: Fantasy, Adventure

"An old old film that a lot of younger people may never bother to see because they think its not worth it. But it has a wonderful world, great characters and is a classic film. The songs are memorable and it shows you how the world used to look at things. Dorothy is an innocent naive young girl yet is older than a hell of a lot of todays mothers! It also teaches you what is important in life, brains, heart, courage and having family. There is more to it than the above, but i do presume that this film needs little explanation really. (And i kind of feel mine is not very good one!)"

*Thilian
**vanious
***doudouce
****col
*****Saritha Ann

People who added this item 1691  Average listal rating (1084 ratings) 8.2  IMDB Rating 8.70 
31. Fight Club
---Nominated by Moz La Punk---

Main Genre: Psychological, Fantasy

"Even better than the book, the movie shows the discontent people have for today's society. Not a movie about fighting but about how people are slowly losing contact with what is really important in life."

*chibiyusa
**DC
***vanious
****rb6k
*****escafield

People who added this item 600  Average listal rating (402 ratings) 7.3  IMDB Rating 7.40 
32. The Goonies
---Nominated by rb6k---

Main Genre: Comedy, Adventure

"This is a childhood adventure coming of age story that is extremely well written and watchable by even todays standards."

*doudouce
**Munky
***chibiyusa
****Ipanema
*****Vix

People who added this item 913  Average listal rating (600 ratings) 8.1  IMDB Rating 8.40 
33. Reservoir Dogs
---Nominated by vanious---

Main Genre: Action, Crime

"Adding to the list I'd recommend everyone see Reservoir Dogs at least once in their lives. It's a terrific mix of stylized cinematics, social commentary, off-colour humour, semi-realistic violence and a solid story line. Not to mention the iconic "ear scene" where Mr Blonde introduces Marvin Nash to a straight razor, to the tune of "Stuck in the Middle With You" by Stealers Wheel."

*DC
**Moz La Punk
***Gunza Blazin
****rb6k
*****escafield

People who added this item 328  Average listal rating (217 ratings) 8.3  IMDB Rating 8.30 
34. Oldboy
---Nominated by Moz La Punk---

Main Genre: Drama, Action

"Second chapter in the Revengence trilogy (three not by story related movies), this Korean film sees excellent acting and a very interesting story with some major twists leaving the audience with mouths wide open from surprise. Not only is this a great place to start following the rich Korean movie industry, it's also painfully to watch at times - both by what is happening to people's teeth and for people who get the chills by thinking of being imprisoned without good reason for fifteen years."

*DC
**Grand Assault
***robelenator
****chibiyusa
*****Dionysian Child

People who added this item 614  Average listal rating (426 ratings) 8.2  IMDB Rating 8.70 
35. The Usual Suspects
---Nominated by doudouce---

Main Genre: Thriller, Crime

"Possibly one of the best original scripts out there, it has complicated plotting, macho repartee, Bryan Singer’s remarkable direction and an astonishing male cast: Gabriel Byrne, Kevin Spacey, Stephen Baldwin, Chazz Palminteri, Pete Postlethwaite, Kevin Pollak, Benicio del Toro and Giancarlo Esposito. This is truly of the best thriller movies about blackmail and betrayal."

*GemLil
**Claudia
***Vix
****eragon
*****escafield

People who added this item 423  Average listal rating (266 ratings) 7.5  IMDB Rating 7.90 
36. The Blues Brothers
---Nominated by Grand Assault---

Main Genre: Comedy, Musical

"I hate musicals, en masse. However, the sheer quality of the songs and cameo musicians in this film more than makes up for the musical interludes. Instead of becoming a part of the film you hate, the music is integral to your enjoyment. Their rendition of Rawhide is one of my favourite pieces of cinema. Filled with stereotypes, hilarious comedy and the ultimate car chase, this film is an out and out winner."

*Prelude
**GemLil
***DC
****Gunza Blazin
*****Dionysian Child

People who added this item 251  Average listal rating (152 ratings) 8  IMDB Rating 8.40 
37. Some Like It Hot
---Nominated by GemLil---

Main Genre: Comedy, Adventure

"Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis in drag; you couldnt ask for more. Hilarios comedy; way before its time. Tomy Curtis' impression of Cary Grant is enough to have this film up here alone."

*DC
**doudouce
***Prelude
****eragon
*****Vix

People who added this item 591  Average listal rating (386 ratings) 7.8  IMDB Rating 8.10 
38. Children of Men
---Nominated by doudouce---

Main Genre: Drama, Science Fiction

"An important and amazing production. Unforgettable. A true masterpiece. A stunning work of direction. Gigantic performances by the entire cast. Should be mandatory viewing for all."

*Grand Assault
**GemLil
***Prelude
****eragon
*****Dionysian Child

People who added this item 339  Average listal rating (213 ratings) 8.3  IMDB Rating 8.80 
39. Rear Window
---Nominated by Prelude---

Main Genre: Drama, Crime

"Probably my favorite Hitchcock film. Simple yet mesmerizing filming style makes you feel as if you are actually right there in the room while you spy on everyone's inter-connected lives. The beauty of it is that it's just as watchable today as it was when it came out, which not all classics seem to be able to do. Add in a murder-mystery plot that will keep you guessing and second-guessing yourself til the end, and you're in for a wild ride."

*GemLil
**doudouce
***chibiyusa
****robelenator
*****PvtCaboose

People who added this item 223  Average listal rating (141 ratings) 8  IMDB Rating 8.80 
40. 12 Angry Men
---Nominated by Gunza Blazin---

Main Genre: Drama, Crime

"My favourite Fonda role. One man stands against 11 others over a murder case. The ultimate jury 'thriller'. Every performance is pristine and believable. That is whats good about having such a confined cast, you get to know them better. Their motivations, their strengths and weaknesses. A true tale of intellect and logic, should never be missed!"

*doudouce
**Grand Assault
***Dionysian Child
****Saritha Ann
*****nataliegoes

People who added this item 446  Average listal rating (292 ratings) 7.9  IMDB Rating 8.40 
41. Life is Beautiful
---Nominated by Saritha Ann---

Main Genre: Romance, War

"To be able to take as tragic of an event as the Holocaust and create a movie that not only makes you sad but also to make a person smile was no small event. Roberto Benigni blew one out of the ballpark with this movie."

*chibiyusa
**doudouce
***eragon
****Bael
*****nataliegoes

People who added this item 466  Average listal rating (309 ratings) 8.3  IMDB Rating 8.80 
42. City of God
---Nominated by Moz La Punk---

Main Genre: Crime, Drama

"City of God (Cidade De Deus), the South American movie about a young kid from the ghetto growing up and seeying his friends lose their lives in the progress. Very powerful movie with its own distinct style that has been given so many praise that it's crazy it hasn't been mentioned before. It probably won't make the final cut because not enough people know it, which is a shame. It's actually a downright embarresment for movie fans everywhere that it won't make the cut."

*DC
**doudouce
***escafield
****Dionysian Child
*****Grand Assault

People who added this item 328  Average listal rating (221 ratings) 6.9  IMDB Rating 7.70 
43. A Fish Called Wanda
---Nominated by Prelude---

Main Genre: Comedy, Crime

"Like a flattened little dog, this comedy is to die for. I don't recall any other comedy that manages to blend Brit-style humor (from none other than Monty Python regulars) with American-style vulgar comedy (Kevin Kline's finest hour) so perfectly. Oh no, its' K-K-K-K-Ken c-c-c-coming to k-k-k-k-kill me!"

*doudouce
**robelenator
***eragon
****PvtCaboose
*****Biggsy

People who added this item 2408  Average listal rating (1366 ratings) 7.8  IMDB Rating 8.60 
44. The Matrix
---Nominated by chibiyusa---

Main Genre: Science Fiction, Action

"If you are living in this century and haven't seen the Matrix yet then something is probably wrong with you. Probably. I found it to be really resonating with the present high-tech culture and it's worth at least one viewing."

*Yui
**Prelude
***Manling
****Yama
*****rb6k
******Saritha Ann

@Biggsy

People who added this item 644  Average listal rating (418 ratings) 7.4  IMDB Rating 7.80 
45. Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
---Nominated by Munky---

Main Genre: Adventure, Fantasy

"The ultimate child fantasy movie. A poor kid wins a chance of a lifetime and learns valuable life lessons along the way."

*Yui
**chibiyusa
***Thilian
****vanious
*****rb6k
******Claudia
*******col

@Prelude
@@Moz La Punk

People who added this item 698  Average listal rating (472 ratings) 7.3  IMDB Rating 8.10 
46. Groundhog Day
---Nominated by rb6k---

Main Genre: Comedy, Fantasy

"This is truely a brilliant film that everyone should have seen! Its every person's dream to relive the same day over and over again exploring every potential possibility of what could be made of it, and this film shows the pro's, and cons! Of getting to do it. Its brilliantly acted and a funny classic."

*Yui
**Prelude
***Grand Assault
****GemLil
*****Gunza Blazin
*****Vix
******col

@Voxy
@@doudouce

People who added this item 1556  Average listal rating (998 ratings) 8.1  IMDB Rating 8.90 
47. Pulp Fiction
---Nominated by Bael---

Main Genre: Gangster, Drama

"Undoubtedly a true classic, it perfectly pushes a captivating story with genuine characters whose fates are intertwined brilliantly. The visuals, the score and the cast are magnificent."

*rb6k
**GemLil
***chibiyusa
****doudouce

People who added this item 263  Average listal rating (176 ratings) 7.9  IMDB Rating 8.40 
48. Singin' in the Rain
---Nominated by Saritha Ann---

Main Genre: Musical, Romance

"A fantastic musical. A great movie that makes fun of the movie studios trying to adjust to silent movies moving to "talkie" movies. And let's not forget the fantastic dance choreography of Gene Kelly. Some of his best work."

*DC
**Munky
***doudouce
****coyoteblue

People who added this item 207  Average listal rating (138 ratings) 7.6  IMDB Rating 8.00 
49. Battle Royale
---Nominated by Grand Assault---

Main Genre: Action, Drama

"Intense action set amongst a rebellious school class who must fight each other to the death in a bid for survival under a horrific and controversial new disciplinary law. Definitely one that gets you thinking about how you would act if thrown into the same situation. An infamous film that probably also makes for essential viewing."

*Gunza Blazin
**rb6k
***chibiyusa
****Dionysian Child

People who added this item 622  Average listal rating (398 ratings) 8.3  IMDB Rating 8.80 
50. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
---Nominated by chibiyusa---

Main Genre: Drama, Prison

"A lovely film about the fallacies of mental institutions. Brilliant acting and whatnot."

*GemLil
**Prelude
***doudouce
****col

People who added this item 254  Average listal rating (158 ratings) 8.1  IMDB Rating 8.60 
51. North by Northwest
---Nominated by robelenator---

Main Genre: Spy, Thriller

"First, Hitchcock deserves at least one entry on the list. He has so many great films to his name that its hard to pick just one, but if there's any one film that I would say anyone *must* see, it would be North by Northwest. Now, I personally think Vertigo is a better film, but NxNW is more accessible and it's referenced in pop culture constantly. You've got Cary Grant giving a fantastic performance, as always. You've got Bernard Herrmann's awesome score. You've got a plot that has enough twists and turns to keep even jaded modern audiences satisfied. It's just a damned fun little adventure movie."

*DC
**doudouce
***Grand Assault
****chibiyusa

People who added this item 1743  Average listal rating (1119 ratings) 7.6  IMDB Rating 7.90 
52. Edward Scissorhands
---Nominated by Claudia---

Main Genre: Fantasy, Drama

"Yet another powerful movie that is both visually stunning and beautiful to watch. One of my faves if not my favorite movie of all time, Edward Scissorhands is a movie in which Tim Burton's talent shines, as he created a movie that is sure to be treasured for years to come."

*DC
**vanious
***col
****Dionysian Child

People who added this item 485  Average listal rating (313 ratings) 7.3  IMDB Rating 7.80 
53. The Sound of Music
---Nominated by Munky---

Main Genre: Musical, Drama

"The best musical of all time. You have romance, religion, adventure, comedy and nazis all rolled in to one. It's watchable for people who don't normally enjoy musicals since it's not overly cheesy in that most of the songs are not an impromptu song and dance and it usually makes sense when the characters are singing. Plus, Julie Andrews has an amazing voice."

*Saritha Ann
**Prelude
***chibiyusa
****Gunza Blazin

People who added this item 816  Average listal rating (564 ratings) 8  IMDB Rating 8.60 
54. Memento
---Nominated by vanious---

Main Genre: Psychological, Drama

"When you discuss non-linear story telling two examples come to mind; Reservoir Dogs, and Memento. The story alone makes this film worth watching, but the unique style of progression makes this a must see."

*Claudia
**doudouce
***robelenator
****Prelude

People who added this item 962  Average listal rating (648 ratings) 7.8  IMDB Rating 8.30 
55. The Green Mile
---Nominated by doudouce---

Main Genre: Prison, Fantasy

"A stellar ensemble, of which Tom Hanks in what is his best performance ever (in my humble opinion), come together in this emotional story of guards and captives, husbands and wives. If you haven't seen this one, you should go rent (or buy) it now!"

*rb6k
**GemLil
***Gunza Blazin
****eragon

People who added this item 737  Average listal rating (501 ratings) 8.2  IMDB Rating 8.60 
56. American History X
---Nominated by vanious---

Main Genre: Drama, Crime

"A movie about the life of a white supremist and his impressionable younger brother. When some black gang members try to steal his car he kills one of them and ends up serving time in a federal prison where he is faced with the reality behind his cause. Insightful, memorable, sometimes unsettling, a great film to watch at least once."

*Grand Assault
**Moz La Punk
***Dionysian Child
****Phil

People who added this item 370  Average listal rating (247 ratings) 7.5  IMDB Rating 8.10 
57. Stand by Me
---Nominated by doudouce---

Main Genre: Adventure, Drama

"I can’t believe this hasn’t had one nomination yet!
This film is such a gem. This is beautifully adapted for the screen (from a Stephen King non-horror short story), and the chosen cast is amazing, from Keifer Sutherland to Jerry O’Connor and River Phoenix, who here give their best performances ever. The movie depicts the fears, games, catchphrases, debates and secrets by four young boys. The story doesn’t look intriguing at all, but what comes out of it – the characters’ friendship – is simply brilliant and well-portrayed by director Rob Reiner."

*rb6k
**Dionysian Child
***Moz La Punk
****eragon

People who added this item 163  Average listal rating (91 ratings) 7.9  IMDB Rating 8.40 
58. The Maltese Falcon
---Nominated by doudouce---

Main Genre: Mystery, Film-Noir

"This is an exceptional film noir, with superb acting performances, scriptwriting and directing."

*DC
**robelenator
***col
****eragon

People who added this item 212  Average listal rating (110 ratings) 7.8  IMDB Rating 8.40 
59. Metropolis
---Nominated by Bael---

Main Genre: Science Fiction, Thriller

"Fritz Lang's partially lost magnum opus depicts in phenomenal pictures a grim tale about control, power and desperation."

*vanious
**DC
***doudouce
****eragon

People who added this item 654  Average listal rating (416 ratings) 8.2  IMDB Rating 8.50 
60. Spirited Away
---Nominated by spiegalr---

Main Genre: Fantasy, Adventure

"If we're mentioning Howl's Moving Castle, then we can't forget Spirited Away, which in my opinion is the superior film. The animation, score, and storytelling make this a must see for everyone, not just anime fans."

*Yama
**Dionysian Child
***col
****Yui

People who added this item 1228  Average listal rating (841 ratings) 7.8  IMDB Rating 8.30 
61. Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi
---Nominated by GemLil---

Main Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure

"Jedi is the best of the Star Wars series. The final battle between good and evil. Revenge, sacrifice, coming of age and redemption; are the key themes in this film, not to mention the Ewoks and X-Wing fighters."

*Gunza Blazin
**doudouce
***chibiyusa
****eragon

People who added this item 334  Average listal rating (198 ratings) 7.8  IMDB Rating 8.60 
62. It's a Wonderful Life
---Nominated by Munky---

Main Genre: Fantasy, Romance

"A movie that can always make you feel better about life and people in general. George Bailey is my hero. Makes you think about how your actions affect those around you. A movie I watch at least once a year."

*Prelude
**chibiyusa
***Dionysian Child
****Saritha Ann

People who added this item 511  Average listal rating (327 ratings) 7.2  IMDB Rating 7.70 
63. Mary Poppins
---Nominated by doudouce---

Main Genre: Fantasy, Musical

"In my eyes, a definite children and adult movies, that is a whole lot of fun! A splendid soundtrack with great tunes, a superb cast, and amazing directing. Who can't love the magic nanny?"

*col
**rb6k
***chibiyusa
****eragon

People who added this item 1234  Average listal rating (822 ratings) 7.7  IMDB Rating 8.40 
64. Saving Private Ryan
---Nominated by rb6k---

Main Genre: War, Action

"Brilliant war film, the acting is fantastic and the story is moving. Suprised GB had to put this on a reminder list!"

*Grand Assault
**doudouce
***Dionysian Child
****GemLil

People who added this item 834  Average listal rating (555 ratings) 8  IMDB Rating 8.10 
65. Trainspotting
---Nominated by Prelude---

Main Genre: Crime, Comedy

"If you want your kids to stay off drugs, this scottish film would be a good place to start. Rather than showing the spiral down to the bottom that drug abuse can cause, Trainspotting goes the other way - the long hard crawl back out of it, with a goal to 'live life'. A killer soundtrack and many hilarious moments add even more to this shocking drug drama."

*Dionysian Child
**Phil
***Ipanema
****Gunza Blazin

People who added this item 921  Average listal rating (573 ratings) 8.1  IMDB Rating 8.50 
66. A Clockwork Orange
---Nominated by Bael---

Main Genre: Crime, Thriller

"one of the many masterpieces of Stanley Kubrick, this movie is an emotional rollercoaster, driving you from many a feeling to another for the pro/antagonist. the psychedelic score matches the visuals perfectly."

*GemLil
**vanious
***escafield
****Phil

People who added this item 1508  Average listal rating (1042 ratings) 7.5  IMDB Rating 8.20 
67. The Sixth Sense
---Nominated by Claudia---

Main Genre: Mystery, Thriller

"The Sixth Sense will remain one of my fave, if not my all-time favourite movie with supernatural themes. Together with an incredible cast, this movie keeps the viewer compelled throughout it's entire length and maintains it's mysterious vibe. I'm sure you'd agree if you've seen in, that the twist at the end is truly unique and to be remembered."

*doudouce
**vanious
***Saritha Ann
****AFIoscar

People who added this item 607  Average listal rating (409 ratings) 8.1  IMDB Rating 8.60 
68. Léon: The Professional
---Nominated by doudouce---

Main Genre: Romance, Action

"What other reason would there be for watching this, but Natalie Wood, Jean Reno, and a whole lot of action and guns? There is just something about this film that makes it stand out more than others. The acting, the directing and the cinematography are the main ones. Brilliant performances."

*Gunza Blazin
**Grand Assault
***Bael
****escafield

People who added this item 123  Average listal rating (71 ratings) 6.7  IMDB Rating 6.90 
69. The Gods Must Be Crazy
---Nominated by chibiyusa---

Main Genre: Action, Comedy

"A hilarious tale of bush men that at the same time advertises Coca-Cola (not really). Coke apparently was trying to advertise the many different ways you can use a coke bottle (again not true). Add a school teacher, some revolutionaries, and you got a highly enjoyable commentary about modern society from start to finish."

*DC
**doudouce
***Vix
****eragon

People who added this item 411  Average listal rating (265 ratings) 7.5  IMDB Rating 8.00 
70. Casino
---Nominated by vanious---

Main Genre: Gangster, Drama

"If you like Goodfellas, and I'm sure most of you who've seen it do, you'll love Casino. Where Goodfellas was the upstart, Casino is the epic."

*Munky
**doudouce
***Brodie Bruce
****eragon

People who added this item 1147  Average listal rating (794 ratings) 7.9  IMDB Rating 8.60 
71. The Silence of the Lambs
---Nominated by vanious---

Main Genre: Thriller, Drama

"Silence of the lambs is a masterpiece of psychological thrillers. Anthony Hopkins makes one of the most memorable and convincing performances in cinematic history as Hannibal Lector, a genius serial killer with an affection for eating his victims. This film has forever changed what people think of when they hear "Chianti"."

*GemLil
**Vix
***Bael
****escafield

People who added this item 311  Average listal rating (188 ratings) 7.6  IMDB Rating 7.80 
72. Breakfast at Tiffany's
---Nominated by doudouce---

Main Genre: Romance, Comedy

"Several reasons to see this chicks’-night-in flick: Audrey Hepburn, who frankly outdid herself (no one, not even Marilyn Monroe could have outdone her performance), she’s so brilliant; Hepburn’s elegance and chic attitude; Henry Mancini’s score, more specifically Hepburn’s singing Moon River because it is enchanting; classic cinematic moments that make you want to see this film over and over. It’s one of Hollywood’s most delightful romantic dramas."

*DC
**Munky
***Saritha Ann
****eragon

People who added this item 281  Average listal rating (184 ratings) 7.1  IMDB Rating 7.50 
73. The Evil Dead
---Nominated by Voxy---

Main Genre: Horror, Comedy

"Funny and really one of those classic horror movies. This is honestly the one movie I always insist people have to watch."

*vanious
**Bael
***Vix
****coyoteblue

People who added this item 425  Average listal rating (255 ratings) 7.4  IMDB Rating 8.20 
74. Platoon
---Nominated by Moz La Punk---

Main Genre: War, Drama

"A great war movie with great actors and well done acting, plus not a one sided story at all."

*vanious
**Bael
***Vix
****escafield