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Poll: Starless Iconic Film Moments

Sometimes it so happens that a film's defining or most memorable moment doesn't feature the star or the central character.

The following list is a tribute to these iconic "starless*" movie moments that enhanced the visual experience of their films and sealed their cultural legacy. These moments must feature at least one character and crowd scenes are accepted if there is a clear focus on someone.

Which of these starless iconic film moments is your favorite?

After voting, you might discuss the list here

*The word "starless" here is not a reflection on the actors' talents but rather their limited screen-time in the context of the film or the fact that their names didn't reach the superstardom level, as we know it.

Results of 274 votes:

  1. 1.

    Phoebe Cates in Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)

     
    Red bikini scene: Phoebe Cates in Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)
  2. 2.

    Oliwia Dabrowska in Schindler's List (1993)

     
    The little girl in red: Oliwia Dabrowska in Schindler's List (1993)
  3. 3.

    Slim Pickens in Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964)

     
    Riding the bomb: Slim Pickens in Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964)

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