The Talented Mr. Ripley
Carried by its strong performers and an engrossing plot, The Talented Mr. Ripley has become a classic crime thriller that keeps you on edge until the very end of what is undoubtedly one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes
Excellent visuals that continue to hold up and themes that remain increasingly relevant for modern audiences have helped to make Dawn of the Planet of the Apes into one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
Cinderella (1950)
Cinderella might be the best of the original three Disney princess films thanks to a winning combination of entertaining and engaging characters and iconic songs from top to bottom that have cemented its place among the Greatest Films of All Time.
X-Men: Days of Future Past
Days of Future Past is an at-times overlooked great in the world of superhero films, getting so much right in its execution of its ambitious premise and providing a satisfactory conclusion (that was immediately undone by Apocalypse, Logan, and Dark Phoenix) to the story of the X-Men.
Mafioso
Mafioso’s humor works in three ways, first as inspiration for future mafia films, second as a mood lightener for what could otherwise be a wildly dark film, and third as a means to make its message of social criticism more palatable for its original audience, allowing the film to accomplish so much and remain one of the greatest of all time.
Taxi
Jafar Panahi’s Taxi works its way into the list of Greatest Films of All Time by presenting an honest and engaging look at the state of society and filmmaking in Iran through a series of deeply engaging conversations between the filmmaker and his performers all in a taxi on the streets of Teheran.
20 Feet from Stardom
20 Feet from Stardom has reached its place of greatness because it provides a plethora of familiar connections for audiences while introducing them to something new that they may never have thought to ask about in a beautiful blend of storytelling and interviews that touches on industry and societal issues.
When Harry Met Sally…
When Harry Met Sally… is a near perfect romantic comedy with a relatable and entertaining story and characters that engage the audience and get at deeper truths about love.
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.
True Grit (1969)
Strong performances headlined by John Wayne’s Rooster Cogburn are the hallmark of a western story that is well-crafted and compelling, making True Grit easily one of the best westerns ever made.
Life Is Sweet
A stacked cast holds together a well-crafted slice-of-life story from Mike Leigh in Life Is Sweet, delivering his dialogue delightfully in a way that is sure to leave viewers happy, earning a spot among the Greatest Film of All Time.
Kiss of the Spider Woman
Two powerhouse performances carry the deeply complex and impactful story of Kiss of the Spider Woman from beginning to end, culminating in a film that deserves a place among the Greatest Films of All Time.
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 Invisible Man (1933)
An artful portrayal of the titular character from Claude Rains and surprisingly impressive visuals for a 1930s film lend themselves to making The Invisible Man the influential film that it is
A Silent Voice: The Movie
A Silent Voice: The Movie shines with its beautifully relevant storytelling, which is enhanced by its excellent art style and well-designed score, on its way to becoming a film that deserves its place among the greats.
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Stunning spectacles capped off with a perfect climax, enhanced by the skillful acting of new, key supporting characters and its lead, have made Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire one of the most lastingly revered films of its franchise.