My Favorite Movies
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The Silence of the Lambs 1991, R)
On my very short list of my favorite films, one of the best ever made. Taught and tremendously engaging. It truly doesn't get much better than this. |
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Rear Window 1954, PG)
Personally, this is Hitchcock's masterpiece. |
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Monty Python and the Holy Grail 1974, PG)
Is there a more quotable movie? I can't think of one... This one is EPICALLY influential. Timeless... |
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| 4 |
Young Frankenstein 1974, PG)
Comedic perfection -- classic comedic performances captured for all time! |
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| 5 |
The Lion in Winter 1968, PG)
The closest thing to Shakespeare for our time. Hepburn is mesmerizing. O'Toole unforgettable. Anthony Hopkins, Timothy Dalton at the beginning of their careers. Indispensable! |
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| 6 |
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (Wo hu cang long) 2003, PG-13)
epic visuals and storytelling, unforgettable |
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| 7 |
Pan's Labyrinth 2006, R)
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| 8 |
Mrs. Miniver 1942, Unrated)
One of the greatest war films ever made, even though it features little action. It is shamelessly patriotic in the teeth of great peril for Britain. It always moves me to tears. |
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| 9 |
Birdy 1984, R)
A sentimental favorite from a particular period of my life. Friendship, isolation, identity -- tremendously emotive and engaging -- and that unforgettable ending! |
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| 10 |
A Night to Remember 1958, Unrated)
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| 11 |
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring 2001, PG-13)
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| 12 |
The Sound of Music 1965, G)
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Jaws 1975, PG)
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| 14 |
Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back 1980, PG)
The best of the lot, and that's saying alot for a "middle" movie. It works best on the most levels. It's a keeper... |
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| 15 |
The Wizard of Oz 1939, G)
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| 16 |
Jurassic Park 1993, PG-13)
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| 17 |
Scrooge (A Christmas Carol) 1951, Unrated)
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| 18 |
The Last Emperor 1987, PG-13)
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| 19 |
The Nightmare Before Christmas 1993, PG)
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| 20 |
The African Queen 1952, Unrated)
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| 21 |
That Touch of Mink 1962, Unrated)
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| 22 |
Titanic (in 3D) 2012, PG-13)
yeah, yeah, it's overly romantic and the writing is thin in spots, but James Cameron made the Titanic sail once more and sink with jaw-dropping intensity |
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| 23 |
The Color Purple 1985, PG-13)
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| 24 |
What's Eating Gilbert Grape 1993, PG-13)
remarkable acting and memorable writing |
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| 25 |
Amélie (Le Fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain) 2001, R)
Charming, whimsical |
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| 26 |
Notorious 1946, Unrated)
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| 27 |
The Hunt for Red October 1990, PG)
Taut exciting thriller with an amazing cast! |
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| 28 |
Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me 1999, PG-13)
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| 29 |
Monty Python's Life of Brian 1979, R)
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| 30 |
Shrek 2001, PG)
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| 31 |
The Dresser 1983, PG)
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| 32 |
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban 2004, PG)
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| 33 |
Babettes Gæstebud (Babette's Feast) 1987, G)
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| 34 |
The Bishop's Wife 1947, Unrated)
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| 35 |
Brazil 1985, R)
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| 36 |
Love and Death 1975, PG)
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| 37 |
Miracle on 34th Street 1947, Unrated)
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| 38 |
Das Boot (The Boat) 1981, R)
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| 39 |
A Christmas Story 1983, PG)
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| 40 |
How Green Was My Valley 1941, Unrated)
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| 41 |
Lorenzo's Oil 1992, PG-13)
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| 42 |
Europa Europa 1991, R)
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| 43 |
Memento 2000, R)
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| 44 |
Ed Wood 1994, R)
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| 45 |
My Neighbor Totoro 1988, G)
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| 46 |
Whale Rider 2002, PG-13)
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| 47 |
Chicago 2002, PG-13)
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| 48 |
American History X 1998, R)
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| 49 |
Dead Man Walking 1995, R)
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| 50 |
The Fisher King 1991, R)
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| 51 |
What's Up, Doc? 1972, G)
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| 52 |
Planes, Trains and Automobiles 1987, R)
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Maurice 1987, R)
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| 54 |
Sling Blade 1996, R)
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| 55 |
Barefoot in the Park 1967, G)
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Run Lola Run (Lola rennt) 1998, R)
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| 57 |
Billy Elliot 2001, R)
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| 58 |
Waking Ned Devine 1998, PG)
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| 59 |
Kill Bill: Volume 1 2003, R)
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| 60 |
Star Trek IV - The Voyage Home 1986, PG)
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| 61 |
On the Waterfront 1954, Unrated)
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| 62 |
The Princess Bride 1987, PG)
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| 63 |
The Apostle 1997, PG-13)
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| 64 |
The Secret of Roan Inish 1994, PG)
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| 65 |
Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind 2004, R)
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| 66 |
The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert 1994, R)
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| 67 |
Y Tu Mamá También 2001, R)
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| 68 |
Philadelphia 1993, PG-13)
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| 69 |
The Good Girl 2002, R)
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| 70 |
Sleeper 1973, PG)
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| 71 |
The Matrix 1999, R)
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| 72 |
Metropolis 1927, PG-13)
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A Man for All Seasons 1966, G)
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All About Eve 1950, PG)
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Doubt 2008, PG-13)
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The Dark Knight 2008, PG-13)
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| 77 |
In Bruges 2008, R)
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Into the Wild 2007, R)
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| 79 |
Juno 2007, PG-13)
Number one, I didn't know Lindsey could act that well. |
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| 80 |
For the Bible Tells Me So 2007, Unrated)
The strength of the film lies in the stories, which are powerful. It doesn't break any new ground on the scriptural debate, but I'm not sure much is left to be said on that front. Deeply moving testimonials along with memorable glimpses of the hatred and fear that haunt gays and lesbians to this day. |
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| 81 |
Ratatouille 2007, G)
Wonderful concoction of witty story-telling and lovely CGI. Something on this menu for everyone! |
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| 82 |
Little Miss Sunshine 2006, R)
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Snakes on a Plane 2006, R)
The guiltiest pleasure of last year... a parody of itself -- close to perfect! |
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| 84 |
V for Vendetta 2006, R)
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| 85 |
Brokeback Mountain 2005, R)
desperately heart-breaking and beautiful, kudos to Ang Lee for his skill and his courage |
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| 86 |
Capote 2005, R)
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Hedwig and the Angry Inch 2001, R)
One of the most remarkable musicals ever made. thoughtful, poignant and thoroughly enjoyable |
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Transamerica 2005, R)
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Raising Arizona 1987, PG-13)
One of the funniest movies ever made. |
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| 90 |
Thank You For Smoking 2005, R)
Wickedly brilliant! |
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| 91 |
Election 1999, R)
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Shaun of the Dead 2004, R)
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The Incredibles 2004, PG)
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Touching the Void 2003, R)
A remarkable, unforgettable glimpse into relationship, courage and choices. |
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Signs 2002, PG-13)
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To Kill A Mockingbird 1962, Unrated)
The greatest film adaptation of a book ever. So many legendary moments that are deeply ingrained in many hearts and minds. Pivotal and poignant. |
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Shortbus 2006, Unrated)
yeah, yeah, there's lots of sex, but JCM is gentle and thoughtful in his writing and direction -- great conversation starter |
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Saved! 2003, PG-13)
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Quiz Show 1994, PG-13)
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Bowling for Columbine 2002, R)
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28 Days Later 2002, R)
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Latter Days 2003, R)
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| 103 |
Murder by Death 1976, PG)
Classic camp with so many great performers crowded into one room -- final performances for several of them. FAR superior to "Clue"... |
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| 104 |
Gosford Park 2001, R)
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| 105 |
Amadeus 1984, PG)
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| 106 |
Aliens 1986, R)
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Toy Story 2 1999, G)
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| 108 |
The Fifth Element 1997, PG-13)
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| 109 |
The Sixth Sense 1999, PG-13)
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Fargo 1996, R)
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| 111 |
The Gods Must Be Crazy 1981, PG)
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| 112 |
Office Space 1999, R)
Solid, well-written, well-paced comedy. Stephen Root is amazing. |
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| 113 |
Wait Until Dark 1967, Unrated)
Chilling and riveting... watch it with the lights out! |
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| 114 |
Silent 2008, Unrated)
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| 115 |
Film Noir 2007, Unrated)
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