My Top 25 Films
This list took me a while and enervated me to the last minute. I hope everyone enjoys it! Please leave any comments below. I would have added more movies but 25 sounds better then 30. These movies will make you press "replay" because they all tell tantalizing tales that will want to be watched over and over again.
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- DirectorChristopher NolanStarsLeonardo DiCaprioJoseph Gordon-LevittElliot PageA thief who steals corporate secrets through the use of dream-sharing technology is given the inverse task of planting an idea into the mind of a C.E.O., but his tragic past may doom the project and his team to disaster.A movie that leaves the audience wondering with a big question mark above their heads. This movie proved to be both an entertaining and thought-provoking film. Christopher Nolan's masterpiece; it's something the world will never forget.
- DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsTom HanksMatt DamonTom SizemoreFollowing the Normandy Landings, a group of U.S. soldiers go behind enemy lines to retrieve a paratrooper whose brothers have been killed in action.One of the most realistic war movies I have ever seen, its immaculate cinematography and pulse-pounding screenplay makes it hard to believe how this movie didn't win best Oscar.
- DirectorFrank DarabontStarsTim RobbinsMorgan FreemanBob GuntonOver the course of several years, two convicts form a friendship, seeking consolation and, eventually, redemption through basic compassion.An adaptation of a Stephen King's novel, this movie proved to be worthy of being on IMDb's #1 spot. It's in-depth storyline was amazing, and its a movie that should have beaten Forrest Gump in a few of its Oscar nominations.
- DirectorRobert ZemeckisStarsTom HanksRobin WrightGary SiniseThe history of the United States from the 1950s to the '70s unfolds from the perspective of an Alabama man with an IQ of 75, who yearns to be reunited with his childhood sweetheart.One of the funniest movies I have ever watched. Its thorough screenplay that outlines major events in the late 20th century, skillful actors, and enigmatic characters are only part of the beauty of this movie.
- DirectorMartin ScorseseStarsLeonardo DiCaprioMatt DamonJack NicholsonAn undercover cop and a mole in the police attempt to identify each other while infiltrating an Irish gang in South Boston.Without a doubt, my favorite Martin Scorcese film. The brilliant actors and kick-ass storyline truly portray the reality of crime life in the United States.
- DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsLiam NeesonRalph FiennesBen KingsleyIn German-occupied Poland during World War II, industrialist Oskar Schindler gradually becomes concerned for his Jewish workforce after witnessing their persecution by the Nazis.One of the saddest movies I have ever witnessed. Its beautiful cinematography and screenplay make the audience thankful for what they have now because the Holocaust has never looked so real.
- DirectorFrancis Ford CoppolaStarsMarlon BrandoAl PacinoJames CaanThe aging patriarch of an organized crime dynasty transfers control of his clandestine empire to his reluctant son.This magnificent film portrayed the life of a family and a drug dealer in a rather great manner. The ending of this film leaves everyone with their eyes wide open. This also counts for the second film in the superb trilogy.
- DirectorAndrew StantonStarsBen BurttElissa KnightJeff GarlinIn the distant future, a small waste-collecting robot inadvertently embarks on a space journey that will ultimately decide the fate of mankind.Pixar has once again proved to be the dominant animation company with this amazing movie. WALL-E is "point blank" impeccable, the fact that there is little to no talking in this movie only add more beauty to it.
- DirectorSidney LumetStarsHenry FondaLee J. CobbMartin BalsamThe jury in a New York City murder trial is frustrated by a single member whose skeptical caution forces them to more carefully consider the evidence before jumping to a hasty verdict.12 men can can play a significant role in determining one's life. In this great 50's film One person made a massive difference and saved the life of an innocent young man. Sidney Lumet's best film.
- DirectorRichard AttenboroughStarsBen KingsleyJohn GielgudRohini HattangadiThe life of the lawyer who became the famed leader of the Indian revolts against the British rule through his philosophy of nonviolent protest.This epic film accurately portrays the life of Gandhi and how he helped gain independence for the countries of Indian and Pakistan. Its pretty lengthy but its still great
- DirectorFrank DarabontStarsTom HanksMichael Clarke DuncanDavid MorseA tale set on death row, where gentle giant John Coffey possesses the mysterious power to heal people's ailments. When the lead guard, Paul Edgecombe, recognizes John's gift, he tries to help stave off the condemned man's execution.Frank Darabont explores the range of human kindness and cruelty as he lovingly and patiently sculpts his large cast of characters against magnificent scenery, including the great Tom Hanks.
- DirectorHayao MiyazakiStarsYôji MatsudaYuriko IshidaYûko TanakaOn a journey to find the cure for a Tatarigami's curse, Ashitaka finds himself in the middle of a war between the forest gods and Tatara, a mining colony. In this quest he also meets San, the Mononoke Hime.Hayao Miyazaki recasts the mythic tale of man's dominion over the earth with an animist mythology and a conservationist message. This movie is both recommended for kids and adults because of the magnificent story and such an in-depth story.
- DirectorSean PennStarsEmile HirschVince VaughnCatherine KeenerAfter graduating from Emory University, top student and athlete Christopher McCandless abandons his possessions, gives his entire $24,000 savings account to charity and hitchhikes to Alaska to live in the wilderness. Along the way, Christopher encounters a series of characters that shape his life.Probably the saddest movie I have ever seen, I mean it would even make a grown man cry! Sean Penn finally proved himself to be a great director. The fact that it is a true story only makes it better and Emile Hirsch did a spectacular job. I applaud those who stayed and supported Christopher McCandless towards the end of his life.
- DirectorFrancis Ford CoppolaStarsAl PacinoRobert De NiroRobert DuvallThe early life and career of Vito Corleone in 1920s New York City is portrayed, while his son, Michael, expands and tightens his grip on the family crime syndicate.Has an even broader scope than the original, but does not fail in its depiction of small, intimate moments and surprising emotional reveals. Original Pacino at his finest.
- DirectorRoman PolanskiStarsAdrien BrodyThomas KretschmannFrank FinlayDuring WWII, acclaimed Polish musician Wladyslaw faces various struggles as he loses contact with his family. As the situation worsens, he hides in the ruins of Warsaw in order to survive.Roman Polanski's "The Pianist" is the director's finest achievement, which elevates Adrien Brody (Oscar win for Best Actor 2002) to eminence in his representation of Wladyslaw Szpilman, a Polish Jew who survived the Nazi occupation of Warsaw. This movie effects the audience in such a way that they would think twice about Germany, which is only bolstered by the fact that it is a true story.
- DirectorFernando MeirellesKátia LundStarsAlexandre RodriguesLeandro FirminoMatheus NachtergaeleIn the slums of Rio, two kids' paths diverge as one struggles to become a photographer and the other a kingpin.Brazillian director Mereilles' splashy feature debut, a dynamically exciting portrait of Rio's violent gangs, immediately established himsef as an international talent to watch, and the Oscar nods only reaffirmed that status. A Fantastic Film.
- DirectorTom HooperStarsColin FirthGeoffrey RushHelena Bonham CarterThe story of King George VI, his unexpected ascension to the throne of the British Empire in 1936, and the speech therapist who helped the unsure monarch overcome his stammer.The King's Speech is the epitome of prestige cinema, an impeccably crafted and emotionally compelling drama that deserved all of the laurels that it received including Best Motion Picture of the Year. Colin Firth's acting job was simply magnificent.
- DirectorFrancis Ford CoppolaStarsMartin SheenMarlon BrandoRobert DuvallA U.S. Army officer serving in Vietnam is tasked with assassinating a renegade Special Forces Colonel who sees himself as a god.Apocalypse Now is a mixed bag, a product of excess and ambition, hatched in agony and redeemed by shards of brilliance. Inspired by Joseph Conrad's novel "Heart of Darkness" this movie expresses the truth behind Vietnam and reveals the true darkness of nature.
- DirectorDavid FincherStarsJesse EisenbergAndrew GarfieldJustin TimberlakeAs Harvard student Mark Zuckerberg creates the social networking site that would become known as Facebook, he is sued by the twins who claimed he stole their idea and by the co-founder who was later squeezed out of the business.You wouldn't think that Fincher & Sorkin's talents wouldn't gel, because of how great they are, yet their collaboration on The Social Network is brilliant ... a gripping tale of ambition and envy, betrayal and resentment that will leave the crowd wanting for more. Jessie Eisenberg did a job well done.
- DirectorEthan CoenJoel CoenStarsTommy Lee JonesJavier BardemJosh BrolinViolence and mayhem ensue after a hunter stumbles upon the aftermath of a drug deal gone wrong and over two million dollars in cash near the Rio Grande.When you see No Country for Old Men, leave your preconceptions at home, but bring your Alfred Hitchcock lenses. They're useful. No Country for Old Men is a dazzling time-bomb of a movie. It is an engrossing, brutal, nerve-wracking moral tale expertly written by Joseph McCarthy and portrayed by the amazing Cohen Brothers.
- DirectorChristopher NolanStarsChristian BaleHeath LedgerAaron EckhartWhen the menace known as the Joker wreaks havoc and chaos on the people of Gotham, Batman must accept one of the greatest psychological and physical tests of his ability to fight injustice.It not only surpasses Batman Begins - previously considered the high-water mark of movies about the Caped Crusader - but one that magnificently transcends the superhero genre and leaves tracks that all directors should follow when it comes to superhero movies. I can't wait for the Dark Knight Rises.
- DirectorCharles ChaplinStarsCharles ChaplinEdna PurvianceJackie CooganThe Tramp cares for an abandoned child, but events put their relationship in jeopardy.The oldest movie I have ever watched. Also the only SILENT film I have seen. It Beautifully reflects his growing maturity as a filmmaker as well as his ardor for the work, The Kid stands as a splendid introduction to Chaplin's movies.
- DirectorDavid YatesStarsDaniel RadcliffeEmma WatsonRupert GrintHarry, Ron, and Hermione search for Voldemort's remaining Horcruxes in their effort to destroy the Dark Lord as the final battle rages on at Hogwarts.For the most part, the final movie delivers the combination of emotional intensity and rousing battle sequences befitting the end of a phenomenon that evolved from an unexpectedly popular children's book series to an era unto itself. There couldn't have been a better ending.
- DirectorDarren AronofskyStarsEllen BurstynJared LetoJennifer ConnellyThe drug-induced utopias of four Coney Island people are shattered when their addictions run deep.."Requiem For A Dream" is a movie about drug addiction, but that's only where the plot resides so the thoroughly drawn characters can work toward their imperfect dreams. Cinema history has been made with this film. This was the pivotal film that continued Darren Aronofsky's trend of superb films.
- DirectorMichel GondryStarsJim CarreyKate WinsletTom WilkinsonWhen their relationship turns sour, a couple undergoes a medical procedure to have each other erased from their memories forever.Works marvel after marvel in expressing the bewildering beauty and existential horror of being trapped inside one's own addled mind, but at the same time the allegoric feeling of being trapped from true love.