I’d consider myself a pretty big movie guy - a lot more so than TV shows at least. In fact, I can count on one hand the TV shows I've completely watched + MAINTAINED A HIGH LEVEL OF INTEREST: Breaking Bad, Sherlock, The Office, Silicon Valley, Arrested Development.
I make an effort to check out a lot of “good”/’highly-rated” movies on various lists. The movies I do end up liking...I can watch over and over again, I've read online articles/analysis about, I've even read the movie script for. Here are my favorites that I’d like to share (no spoilers):
This movie epitomizes everything that is in a good Action/Adventure movie. The pacing is incredible. As it goes from a Peruvian jungle to Nepal to Egypt to the Mediterranean, it’s hard to believe the movie is still less than 2 hours long. So many iconic scenes: crazy swordsmen, truck chase, tank chase, the list goes on. The slow reveal of the power of the Ark of the Covenant (the movie main’s object) builds incredible suspense. A timeless classic that should be loved by all ages.
It must be tough to make a movie with ~15 stars and give each enough time/room to shine. Every scene has smooth, witty dialogue between characters. There are a lot of subtle jokes and references that you only get if you watch the movie multiple times. Plus, you don't see movies from the perspective of the “villain” everyday. The characters are so likable, you forget they're actually the true bad guys. A wildly entertaining modern masterpiece.
"Il Patrino" - a 3-hour iconic film about how the NY Mafia affects the lives of everyone involved. This is the only movie when after finishing, I remarked to myself, "this isn't just a movie...it's a work of art." The character development is fabulous - you really understand the motivations of each of the members of the Corleone family, what drives their decisions, and how their future is shaped. One of my favorite movie quotes of all time: Michael - “Fredo, you're my older brother, and I love you. But don't ever take sides with anyone against the Family again. Ever.” So amazing.
For most trilogies, the 3 movies can be separated into distinct films with not-so-related plots, but I can’t separate the 3 moves in this series since the story from one flows into the other seamlessly. The universe Tolkien created is incredible. Not only are there maps for geography of Middle-earth, from the pastures to mountains to deserts, but also there are a wide variety of races, each with its distinctive culture, language, and history. A must-watch about the story of good vs. evil (try to get the Extended Edition).
I actually had read the book before the movie came out, so I thought it was just gonna be just another sports movie. However, this film just has so many feels. This movie is a baseball story that’s less about the game itself and more about people willing to challenge the establishment. An underdog team overcomes financial troubles with modern strategies to win in an “unfair” system where the rich typically dominate. Above all, though, the movie is about Billy Beane, the general manager, and the relationship with his daughter (who lives with her mom and stepdad). No matter if the Oakland A’s win or lose, he’s a winner in his daughter’s eyes. A heartwarming, feel-good story for a quiet night.
Honorable Mentions: The Departed (2006), 12 Angry Men (1957), Slumdog Millionaire (2013), 3 Idiots (2009), Jurassic Park (1993)
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