Enter the Dragon
A relevant message that is somewhat bungled in its delivery but bailed out by a plethora of energized kung-fu sequences in Enter the Dragon successfully makes the film a classic of the genre and worthy of a place among the Greatest Films of All Time.
The Gay Divorcee
As a well-crafted musical comedy, The Gay Divorcee shines, showcasing some particularly entertaining dance numbers and a plethora of well-aged comedy bits on its way to holding a place among the Greatest Films of All Time.
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.
Bicycle Thieves
A perfectly executed final act and climax portrayed skillfully by its two amateur leads leaves the audience equally satisfied and pensive at the end of Bicycle Thieves, an ideal combination for a film in this particular niche.
I Called Him Morgan
I Called Him Morgan’s unique blend of jazz and true crime goes a long way in securing the film’s place among the Greatest Films of All Time.
Fruitvale Station
Strong performances from Spencer and Jordan support a well-crafted message of humanity and the need for police reform in Fruitvale Station, making its place among the Greatest Films of All Time unquestionable.
Jiro Dreams of Sushi
For anyone looking for a perfect comfort watch, few films will surpass the simplicity, beauty, and fascination that Jiro provides.
Beasts of No Nation
As a well-crafted study of masculinity and dangerously charismatic leaders, Beasts of No Nation shines thanks to strong performances from both Abraham Attah and Idris Elba, who help the film communicate its message effectively.
Thor: Ragnarok
By utilizing its director’s brand of comedy for Thor, showcasing consistently entertaining action sequences, and delivering a consistently beautiful visual tableau, Thor: Ragnarok cements itself not only as one of the best superhero movies of all time but also one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
F for Fake
With the personality of its writer/director/narrator Welles coming through in every meticulously edited moment, F for Fake delivers a shining example of what documentaries/film essays can be – worth watching, entertaining, and informative all at once.
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.
Monsieur Lazhar
Monsieur Lazhar is a triumph of emotional storytelling, combining an authentic look at life on a school’s campus with a deeply touching story of grieving in a narrative that is carried by its three lead actors.
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.
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.
Castle in the Sky
Well-crafted and intentional themes that remain relevant today alongside a compellingly illustrated setting for the story make Castle in the Sky as great as it is.
