Argentina, 1985
Both of the film’s leading actors help tell the story that Argentina, 1985’s script so excellently seeks to portray, reminding us of the historical violence of fascism and the activism that is necessary to keep it from returning to the mainstream in Western political culture, making the Argentinian film truly one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
Fences
August Wilson created a truly moving piece of literature with his play Fences, and Denzel Washington’s direction and the performances of the film’s featured actors do a quality job of capturing that work on the screen, achieving a deserved place among the Greatest Films of All Time.
The Woman King
A cast that gives dedicated lead and supporting performances and some excellent technical work in bringing its setting to life make The Woman King a film worthy of a spot among the Greatest Films of All Time.
A Tale of Two Cities
A Tale of Two Cities is a well-acted and fairly faithful adaptation of Dickens’s prolific novel, bringing the characters and story to life in a way that leaves its audience impacted by the emotional weight of the tale.
Mississippi Burning
The film’s plethora of solid performances, highlighted by two Oscar nominees, go a long way in helping deliver the film’s undeniable message about the indoctrinated nature of racism in America, earning it a spot among the greats.
The Gatekeepers
The Gatekeepers is an entertaining game of espionage, doublespeak, and contradictions that ultimately leads to a place of potential change and growth for both its subjects and the audience.
Downfall
Bruno Ganz’s portrayal of Hitler is the rotting heart at the center of the titular downfall that engrosses audiences as they witness the collapse of Nazi Germany with all of the chaos and death that goes along with it in Downfall, solidifying its place as an undeniably great film.
The Longest Day
The Longest Day is a triumph of war filmmaking, filled with cinematography that continues to inspire future generations of filmmakers, and held together by character moments that remind the audience of the humans at the heart of the invasion.
Jodorowsky’s Dune
Jodorowsky’s Dune highlights the potential of an unmade film, its impact despite not being made, and the reasons for its rejection by Hollywood, crafting a documentary that has plenty to say and does justice to its subject matter.
The Last King of Scotland
With a solid outing from James McAvoy, an awards-winning performance from Forest Whitaker, and a historical narrative that also brings its audience to the edge of their seats, it is easy to see how The Last King of Scotland achieves greatness.
The Death of Stalin
Chock-full of its characteristic dark humor and impeccable acting performances, The Death of Stalin makes a strong case to be included among the Greatest Films of All Time.
Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters
Intentional theming to match its subject’s own works and some creative storytelling highlighted by artful cinematography are the pieces that, when put together, make Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
Life of Brian
Quality satire is a trademark of the Monty Python group, and Life of Brian is no exception to this rule; delivering quality satire on both religious and political movements couched in a parody of the life of a religious figure.
Richard III (1955)
High-class Shakespearian actors and breathtakingly beautiful sets and costumes make Laurence Olivier’s Richard III one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
Places in the Heart
Ultimately, Places in the Heart serves as a flawed vehicle for some excellent performances, which make it one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
East of Eden
The universal nature of East of Eden’s story, its fresh take on the biblical Cain and Abel narrative, and the phenomenal performances of James Dean and Jo Van Fleet establish the film as a truly Great Film.
