Palm Springs
Three brilliant performances top off a wonderfully unique take on romantic comedies and time loops in Palm Springs, making it not only one of the best films of the decade so far and one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
Cold Mountain
A couple of strong acting performances go along well with a highly entertaining story in Cold Mountain to make it one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
In the Heights
In the Heights is a beautifully crafted adaptation of the original musical, staying true to the optimistic vision thanks to some authentic storytelling and a well-cast ensemble of characters.
Shanghai Express
Shanghai Express benefits from a strong leading performance and uncharacteristically progressive treatments of its female characters on its way to becoming a classic film-noir.
Pillow Talk
The high-paced comedy, strong romantic story, and award-worthy performance of Pillow Talk make it a classic of the romantic comedy genre.
An Officer and a Gentleman
An Officer and a Gentleman is a near perfect blend of 1980s synth-y music, cheesy romance, and military drama, augmented by some skillful performances from its main actors.
Auntie Mame
Auntie Mame is a triumph of visuals, comedy, acting, and story, vaulting into the ranks of Greatest Films of All Time.
The Westerner
Terrific characterizations of its heroes and stellar performances from their actors and the leading lady are the recipe for success that makes The Westerner one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
The Double Life of Veronique
Strong emotional ties crafted through skillful cinematography and acting, and a unique story make The Double Life of Véronique one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
Lolita (1962)
Problematic though it undoubtedly remains, Lolita’s strong performances coupled with its ultimate condemnation of the predatory nature of both Humbert and Quilty help make its place among the Greatest Films of All Time feel less controversial.
Edward Scissorhands
Positivity through acceptance, love, and uniqueness pairs well with Edward Scissorhands’s aesthetically pleasing production design to create a film that fits the bill of Greatness.
The Wind Rises
The Wind Rises is a delightful fantasy biography, artfully blending truth and fiction into one of the best animated films of the last ten years.
Chungking Express
A unique plot structure combined with deftly delivered truths about the nature of love and our relationships with other people are what make Chungking Express one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
Spellbound (1945)
Thanks to a unique take on its genre, strong leading performances, and the tried-and-true formula of Hitchcock, Spellbound forms itself into a film worthy of the title “Great”.
Black Orpheus
Dance numbers with purpose, intentional cinematography, and innovative developments of a classic myth help make Black Orpheus a Great Film.
The Lunchbox
Comedy, unique storytelling, and solid side characters build The Lunchbox into a great film, worth watching despite its lack of conclusive ending and its potentially problematic central relationship.
Remember the Night
Decent comedy and an original story help the holiday romance of Remember the Night elevate itself above some other romantic comedies; however, the problematic issues that arise from its 1940s-era politics and social commentary are difficult to ignore.
Imitation of Life (1959)
Imitation of Life’s positive notes might not be enough to vault it onto everyone’s must-watch list, but the performances of its supporting actresses keep it in the list of Greatest Films of All Time.