Rauldc14's Top 119 Films [Archive]

rauldc14

02-20-17, 12:56 PM

After going back and forth on doing my third "Top 100", I decided I couldn't do it and it will be a top 119 instead.

119. The Lucky Ones
118. Terminator 2
117. The General
116. Moonrise Kingdom
115. Arrival
114. Porco Rosso
113. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
112. The Bridge on the River Kwai
111. E.T.
110. The Lion King
109. L'Avventura
108. It's a Wonderful Life
107. The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
106. Stalag 17
105. The Quiet Man
104. Sunrise
103. The Man Who Shot Liberty Valence
102. Barton Fink
101. Late Spring
100. The Virgin Spring
99. Fantastic Planet
98. My Neighbor Totoro
97. East of Eden
96. Fargo
95. The Gold Rush
94. Jackie Brown
93. 12 Angry Men
92. Witness for the Prosecution
91. The Best Years of Our Lives
90. The Last Picture Show
89. Hitch
88. Red Eye
87. Schindler's List
86. The Killers
85. Good Will Hunting
84. Night of the Living Dead
83. Ed Wood
82. Pursuit of Happyness
81. L.A. Confidential
80. Sunset Boulevard
79. Back to the Future
78. The Ring
77. Spiderman 2
76. Independence Day
75. No Country for Old Men
74. American Gangster
73. Disturbia
72. Alice in Wonderland
71. High Noon
70. Antwone Fisher
69. Ratatouille
68. Remember the Titans
67. Once Upon a Time in the West
66. Se7en
65. Signs
64. The Avengers
63. Casino Royale
62. The Departed
61. Inception
60. Lost in Translation
59. Take Shelter
58. Her
57. Boyhood
56. Laura
55. Saving Private Ryan
54. 21 Grams
53. Deja Vu
52. Sideways
51. Tokyo Story
50. The Hurricane
49. Wall E
48. Rain Man
47. Iron Man
46. Flight
45. Dial M for Murder
44. After Hours
43. Gravity
42. Halloween
41. Crash
40. Up
39. Hangover
38. V For Vendetta
37. Goodfellas
36. The Bucket List
35. Inside Man
34. Double Indemnity
33. Goldfinger
32. Braveheart
31. Finding Nemo
30. Spirited Away
29. The Dark Knight
28. American Hustle
27. The Grapes of Wrath
26. The Prestige
25. State of Play
24. Psycho
23. Gladiator
22. Gran Torino
21. Silence of the Lambs
20. Sansho the Bailiff
19. It Happened One Night
18. Some Like It Hot
17. The Wizard of Oz
16. A Beautiful Mind
15. Million Dollar Baby
14. Wedding Crashers
13. North by Northwest
12. On the Waterfront
11. Unforgiven
10. Gone Baby Gone
9. Manchester by the Sea
8. La La Land
7. Forrest Gump
6. Mystic River
5. The Descendants
4. Man on Fire
3. Casablanca
2. Rear Window
1. Shawshank Redemption

Swan

02-20-17, 12:57 PM

Because you like to go twenty steps above, and then one step below.

ShopkeeperTriumph

02-20-17, 01:00 PM

Nice. You seem to have great taste, I'm curious to see what's on there. I've been thinking of making a list myself. It's so hard narrowing it down.

Miss Vicky

02-20-17, 01:04 PM

I'm curious to see how few... err... how many... we agree on.

rauldc14

02-20-17, 01:05 PM

I'm curious to see how few... err... how many... we agree on.

I'd put the over/under at 7 :)

cricket

02-20-17, 01:05 PM

I was hoping for 124, but this will do.

ShopkeeperTriumph

02-20-17, 01:09 PM

You definitely missed an opportunitie that a top 146 would've brought. Nobody is doing that top 146 favorite movies thread.

rauldc14

02-20-17, 01:09 PM

119. The Lucky Ones

http://rachel-mcadams.net/gallery/albums/uploads/FilmProjects/2000/2008-TheLuckyOnes/Captures-Film/0055.jpg

Obviously one of my favorite films that is below the radar for many film buffs. It's not a masterpiece, but a film that is a favorite and rather personal.

Here's my post from the 10th Hall of Fame:
The Lucky Ones

This was my nomination and as I said previously nominating it was against the normal type of things I would nominate. It isn't technically a great piece of filmmaking and it certainly has flaws but it is a movie that I made a huge connection to with its characters. None of the characters resemble who I am but I often could sympathize with their situations. Colee is the type of character that seems not to know where her next move in life may be. I can often feel this way. The thing I like about her character is her adventurous spirit and her bend but don't break attitude. I thought that Rachel McAdams performance was one of the best I've seen from an actress in the past 15 years. I was touched when she arrived at Randy's families house and found out that her plans didn't work out the way she saw them. She is a very genuine person who has just got lost on the ropes of life. I absolutely loved this character because I see in life how people can cast a shadow on good people such as Colee. I've been in situations such as Colee's myself where you feel as if you are alone. But it's in those minutes that you find yourself and make the most of your life. I love how she decides to see her Mom and patch things up at the end of the film. And I love how she uses the guitar to better her life (or so I am led to believe, even though at the end she says she didn't sell it, I still think it happens down the road).

Tim Robbins character goes through a lot, including an immediate divorce request upon his arrival home. He becomes a broken man but realizes that there is still important things in his life such as his son Scott. So he goes on a crazy adventure to Vegas to attempt to win money for his son to go to Stanford. He realizes the consequences attached to such a decision and changes his mind to find an alternative way of helping his son out.

And then there is Michael Pena's character, a character who on the front side is confident and stubborn, but realizes his life may not be going the way he had intended it to either.

I like the comparison to The Best Years of Our Lives as far as the characters go. The story is obviously different but there are parallels to the characters. Which is unintentional since Berger has never seen that movie.

I understand that there are a lot of quirky scenes that I lot of people find as problems in this film, but it is a film full of adventure and finding yourself in the moments where hope can be close to lost. It is heartwarming and funny all at the same time. I feel like I've been in situations like this so that's why I connect so much to this movie.

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seanc

02-20-17, 01:10 PM

Nice! New #1, Barton Fink

Cobpyth

02-20-17, 01:10 PM

Looking forward to this!

Miss Vicky

02-20-17, 01:11 PM

I don't think I've even heard of The Lucky Ones.

seanc

02-20-17, 01:12 PM

I don't think I've even heard of The Lucky Ones.

So you are one of the lucky ones.

Sorry Raul, had to be done.

ShopkeeperTriumph

02-20-17, 01:13 PM

I've passed The Lucky Ones a couple of times browsing movies on the internet. I could see myself liking it, the cast is good.

rauldc14

02-20-17, 01:13 PM

So you are one of the lucky ones.

Sorry Raul, had to be done.

It's OK bro, I know you won't dislike many here.

Optimus

02-20-17, 01:58 PM

I enjoy these countdowns, so i'll keep checking in.

cricket

02-20-17, 02:02 PM

Hey I loved The Lucky Ones and am glad that you nominated it for that HoF.

MovieMeditation

02-20-17, 02:45 PM

Wuhuu! More lists! Can't wait for more, raul. :up:

I haven't seen The Lucky Ones, unfortunately.

Camo

02-20-17, 04:48 PM

Looking forward to this. Wasn't crazy about The Lucky Ones, i didn't dislike it and i thought the performances were good i just didn't like it alot.

rauldc14

02-20-17, 08:55 PM

118. Terminator 2

https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3Xjir3YSUA8/maxresdefault.jpg

A movie that oozes coolness and one of those situations where the sequel builds and becomes even stronger than its predecessor. A truly great movie in an era where there were tons of great movies, but this is an action movie that goes above and beyond what a true popcorn flick really is.

Miss Vicky

02-20-17, 10:23 PM

I loved T2 as a kid, but when I watched it recently I found that, while I still enjoyed it, it did not age well.

seanc

02-20-17, 10:25 PM

Been many years since seeing T2.

Camo

02-20-17, 10:29 PM

I go back and forth between the first and second Terminator as my favourite, right now i'd say the first. Both good films.

The Gunslinger45

02-20-17, 10:31 PM

Your 118 is in my Top 25. Great choice.

Gatsby

02-20-17, 10:32 PM

T2, what a great action flick. Nothing beats the first one though. Fond memories of seeing it when I was only 10. :)

cricket

02-20-17, 10:33 PM

I loved T2 as a kid, but when I watched it recently I found that, while I still enjoyed it, it did not age well.

My thoughts exactly

ShopkeeperTriumph

02-21-17, 01:33 AM

Terminator 2 is definitely good, but I like the first one better. Arnold is much more effective as the villain than the hero to me, at least in this series.

Optimus

02-21-17, 02:45 AM

T2 is one of the greatest action movies ever made, suprised to see it so low.

MovieMeditation

02-21-17, 06:11 AM

Okay, I need to put myself together and revisit the first one. I like/love both movies, but always found the sequel to be superior. I think the first one was the one I saw first back in my childhood, but both were a pretty prominent part of it. I see all this discussion of which is best that I really wanna be certain when I pick a side. :D

But who knows, even with a rewatch it might be hard to pick a side... the Alien films seem to switch back and forth every time I watch them - and I have watched each at least 7 times or so.

Chypmunk

02-21-17, 06:48 AM

I've no knowledge of The Lucky Ones.
T1 and T2 are almost on a par for me, marginal preference for the original though the sequel does have superior effects.

rauldc14

02-21-17, 11:37 AM

117. The General

http://www.eyeforfilm.co.uk/images/newsite/general_buster_keaton_600.jpg

My favorite Buster Keaton film and one that I believe is very important to the history of film. The stunts are incredible and the chuckles are certainly there. I'll have more to say when I rewatch it for the director dissection certainly as it will then be more fresh in my mind.

Miss Vicky

02-21-17, 12:20 PM

The General was one of the few silents that I really liked. I didn't find it funny at all, but the stunts were amazing.

Camo

02-21-17, 03:38 PM

The General is pretty great. As you know from you and Sean's thread i preferred the only other Keaton i've seen The Cameraman after watching it the other day because i found it funnier. I agree that The General is more impressive though.

MovieMeditation

02-21-17, 03:53 PM

You saw my thoughts on The General in your director's dissection thread, so no need for a long write-up here... I love it. It's great. :cool:

rauldc14

02-21-17, 04:11 PM

116. Moonrise Kingdom

http://dl9fvu4r30qs1.cloudfront.net/49/f25910770411e2922e22000a1d0930/file/moonrise-kingdom.jpg

Once thought I would never like Wes Anderson. And while he isn't an absolute favorite, boy was I wrong... Here's my HOF post:
Moonrise Kingdom

I nominated this movie because it is a symbol for me of not giving up on a director. In years past I really didn't care for Wes Anderson, after seeing The Royal Tenenbaums and The Grand Budapest Hotel which are two movies that I really didn't care for at all. Yet I still seem to have movies from certain directors that I don't highly care for in which I like. I'm a bit of a Kubrick hater, but I really like Lolita and can appreciate 2001 for masterful filmmaking. Lynch has never been my guy but Eraserhead and Elephant Man are excellent. Tarantino has Jackie Brown which is his surprising favorite for me. And PTA has Magnolia. I almost gave up on Anderson but then there is a film like this which I really like (I also like Rushmore and Fox as well).

For Andersons quirkiness to work, I have to appreciate the story, and in this one, I do. I can somewhat relate to the characters feelings in this film. No, it's not realistic by any stretch of the imagination, but its a engaging story for me. I really like the characters , specifically Scout Master Ward and Suzy. Norton can be good if he's given the right role and I think Kara Hayward will be a star in the future.

We've already talked about the cinematography and camerawork, but I really think it's excellent. I love the vibrant colors that Wes Anderson uses to draw attention to his settings. The music and soundtrack and rock solid as well.

It's not anything I would call a masterpiece, but it tells me that deep down every filmmaker is capable of great things. Well, most of them anyways. Anderson, after starting 0-2 for me is now 3 for 5 and I'm looking forward to seeing a few more of his other films. This one will place really low (and Sean is to blame for it :p) but i hope that everyone can use this as a way of not giving up on directors or genres just because you didn't like the other films.

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Camo

02-21-17, 04:14 PM

Moonrise is so great. It's my third fave Wes after Fantastic Mr Fox and Rushmore. Remember being very pleased when you nominated it for the 11th as i thought you did or would have disliked it.

Miss Vicky will be along to be wrong shortly i'm guessing.

Chypmunk

02-21-17, 04:17 PM

Never seen either of those. I'm a luddite :)

Miss Vicky

02-21-17, 04:42 PM

F*ck Wes Anderson.

seanc

02-21-17, 04:46 PM

Ah yeah. You will be loving Tennenbaums before it's all said and done. :up:

Camo

02-21-17, 04:49 PM

Tempted to report that for swearing which is AGAINST THE RULES!

rauldc14

02-21-17, 04:53 PM

Ah yeah. You will be loving Tennenbaums before it's all said and done. :up:

Me? I've seen it three times and that hasn't happened yet. And my one watch of Budapest did nothing.

Miss Vicky

02-21-17, 05:12 PM

Tempted to report that for swearing which is AGAINST THE RULES!
http://www.angelfire.com/music6/walteregan/JoaqGifs/fujoaq.gif

cricket

02-21-17, 11:16 PM

I really like Moonrise Kingdom now after not enjoying the first time. The General is also very good.

rauldc14

02-22-17, 03:59 PM

115. Arrival

https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aTNJtEXYsyw/maxresdefault.jpg

I haven't said a lot about this film, and I have only seen it once. But it is a film that I thought about a lot afterward and it is a film that certainly has a lot to digest. It's visuals and sound effects are it's strengths which isn't to diss the film rather it makes the film stand out even more for me. I think Amy Adams deserved more praise than what she got for this film as well. I'm really looking forward to seeing this again soon, giving it a proper review, and buying it and adding it to my collection. In a very strong year for films, this was certainly one of the standouts.

ShopkeeperTriumph

02-22-17, 04:02 PM

Moonrise Kingdom is my favorite Wes Anderson movie. I could see it slipping into my top 50.

I WILL watch Arrival before Sunday.

seanc

02-22-17, 04:02 PM

Raul is loving 2016. I want to see Arrival again. I have liked all the Villenueve I have seen but have yet to be blown away by any. Arrival and Sicario have the best chance of doing that I think.

ShopkeeperTriumph

02-22-17, 04:06 PM

Raul is loving 2016. I want to see Arrival again. I have liked all the Villenueve I have seen but have yet to be blown away by any. Arrival and Sicario have the best chance of doing that I think.

I think around 5 or so I would consider new all time favorites, it was a pretty good year. 2014 is still the best year of the decade though, in my eyes. :p

rauldc14

02-22-17, 04:07 PM

Raul is loving 2016. I want to see Arrival again. I have liked all the Villenueve I have seen but have yet to be blown away by any. Arrival and Sicario have the best chance of doing that I think.

Yes, 2016 has been excellent. Perhaps even the best year since 2007.

seanc

02-22-17, 04:25 PM

Yes, 2016 has been excellent. Perhaps even the best year since 2007.

That's a big statement. If I feel about three of these the way I do No Country, Zodiac, and There Will Be Blood I will be one happy film watcher.

Miss Vicky

02-22-17, 04:42 PM

I haven't seen Arrival. Can't say I have any interest in it either.

honeykid

02-22-17, 05:09 PM

I like T2, but I was bored before the end of it the first time I saw it. At a preview screening. When I knew so little about it that I didn't even know that Arnie was the good guy.

MovieMeditation

02-22-17, 07:03 PM

Yes, 2016 has been excellent. Perhaps even the best year since 2007.
Quite a statement there.

Camo

02-22-17, 07:16 PM

Not a fan of Villenueve what i've seen from him really and i struggle with sci-fi sometimes so doubt i'd like that. Will try it at some point anyway.

Don't know if i agree with Raul's statement but i do think from what i watched at least that 2016 was a very good year.

cricket

02-22-17, 07:29 PM

I saw Arrival this past weekend, a very good film at the very least.

Swan

02-22-17, 09:32 PM

I have loved 2016 in film as well.

Citizen Rules

02-22-17, 11:28 PM

I just found this thread, cool idea:p

So is that giant starfish the alien in Arrival?;)

So far so good, I liked everything I've seen that you listed. Mostly, The Lucky Ones
and T2. Alright carry on.:)

rauldc14

02-27-17, 12:14 PM

114. Porco Rosso

https://entropymag.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/porco-rosso-wallpaper-2.jpg

Miyazaki is the most imaginative director for me. The way he tells stories are so creative and fascinating to me, and this movie is no different. While there are more Miyazaki to come, this one feels as if it may be his most personal film. And I always love it when people are attached to certain projects of their own. Obviously Miyazaki has a great fondness for planes, as illustrated in this movie. It's a real fun watch that I would recommend to those who haven't gotten to it.

Miss Vicky

02-27-17, 12:36 PM

I hate Ponyo the most, but Porco Rosso was pretty high on my list of least favorite Miyazakis.

Camo

02-27-17, 12:37 PM

Not a big fan of Porco Rosso. I do want to give it another shot since Castle of Cagliostro improved greatly on my second watch.

MovieMeditation

02-27-17, 12:39 PM

Not seen that one yet.

ShopkeeperTriumph

02-27-17, 05:44 PM

Porco Rosso is probably second, or third on my Miyazaki list, it just might be his most fun movie.

cricket

02-27-17, 05:52 PM

I liked Porco Rosso.

Cobpyth

02-28-17, 08:45 AM

Fantastic list so far, Raul!

the samoan lawyer

02-28-17, 08:54 AM

Nice list Raul, good to see Porco Rosso, one of my favourite Miyazaki.

rauldc14

02-28-17, 10:40 AM

113. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

https://static.independent.co.uk/s3fs-public/styles/story_medium/public/thumbnails/image/2015/11/19/15/cuckoo.jpg

Cuckoo's List is a film that is great fun. At the surface, it's acting is what is the cornerstone of the film, especially Nicholson's character, but it's the villainous role of Nurse Ratched that takes the film to a whole new level. Ratched may be one of the best villains in film history in fact. Just talking about the film makes me want to watch it again soon.

Miss Vicky

02-28-17, 11:14 AM

Hey look, something we agree on!

MovieMeditation

02-28-17, 11:41 AM

I've stated this before, but that movie was one I watched when I tried to really get into cinema; therefore I had mixed feelings upon watching it, but felt like I watched something great though.

Camo

02-28-17, 02:41 PM

One Flew is so great :cool:. I watched that film constantly in my early teens, haven't seen it in quite a few years but i still remember it perfectly and know i'd still love it.

seanc

02-28-17, 02:52 PM

Oh yeah, love Cuckoo's Nest, always have. I'm due for a watch as well.

seanc

02-28-17, 02:56 PM

Missed you posting Porco Rosso. Really enjoyed it. I think the more I think about them Spirited Away and Totoro are my favorite Miyazaki films. I will give them all another watch someday...but not today. I know Spirited Away is coming much much later but I can't remember if there is another Miyazaki you like this much.

HashtagBrownies

02-28-17, 06:00 PM

Cuckoo's nest is a magical experience.

cricket

02-28-17, 06:13 PM

Too low for Cuckoo!!

ShopkeeperTriumph

02-28-17, 07:06 PM

That's was a movie I really fell for early on when I was getting into film. As Camo said though, I still remember it pretty well. One of Jack's top three performances for me.

rauldc14

02-28-17, 07:40 PM

I haven't seen Cuckoo in forever. Had I seen it more recent, it could have been unveiled later on.

rauldc14

03-01-17, 12:06 PM

112. The Bridge on the River Kwai

http://www.trapword.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/The-Bridge-on-the-River-Kwai.jpg

Theres a lot of intrigue to David Lean's films, and especially here. The direction of the film and its story building is fantastic. Great performances from Alex Guinness and William Holden too. Yes it is a long movie but it's also very rewarding. The production design is very well done.

MovieMeditation

03-01-17, 12:18 PM

Not seen. :( don't hit me

Camo

03-01-17, 04:24 PM

Love The Bridge On The River Kwai and David Lean in general. Going to watch his Oliver, Great Expectations and Brief Encounter soon.

The Gunslinger45

03-01-17, 04:36 PM

I am 50/50 on Lean. I was not a fan of Bridge on the River Kwai, but I love Lawrence of Arabia. Then again I was not huge on Lawrence until I saw it on the big screen. So I should see Bridge on the big screen when I get the chance. I will monitor my local Alamo Drafthouse.

seanc

03-01-17, 04:37 PM

I have seen Kwai twice, but so far it is just fine for me.

Miss Vicky

03-01-17, 04:45 PM

Haven't seen Kwai

cricket

03-01-17, 09:20 PM

Another entry I love; I believe I had Kwai at #3 on my 50's list.

Jeff Costello

03-02-17, 09:06 AM

One Flew is a great choice. It certainly belongs in my top 5.

rauldc14

03-02-17, 03:19 PM

111. E.T.

https://valleyrelicsmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/ET.jpg

I saw this as a kid and didn't revisit it until a year or two ago. It's really great storytelling. It's hard to say whether it is Spielberg's best overall movie, but it's certainly among the most enjoyable.

Citizen Rules

03-02-17, 03:21 PM

Good timing, I just picked up ET at my library...I haven't seen it since it first came out, so I wonder if I will still love it like I did.

Camo

03-02-17, 03:23 PM

I really don't like E.T. I get the appeal but don't find it enjoyable. That's the only one i've disliked so far tho which is pretty great considering we disagree quite a bit.

Miss Vicky

03-02-17, 03:27 PM

I liked E.T. a lot when I was a kid, but not quite so much the last time I watched it. Also E.T. looks like a giant turd with eyeballs. He's creepy.

MovieMeditation

03-02-17, 04:03 PM

E.T. was a childhood movie for me, as with many others...

I revisited it about 2 years ago and surpringly it held up and then some. It was great, Spielberg at his best. Great pick, raul!

- for anyone interested, here's my old but gold review: http://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?p=1390275#post1390275

seanc

03-02-17, 06:19 PM

I did a review a couple years ago as well. E.T. holds up amazingly well considering it is children driven. Great storytelling, I love it.

JayDee

03-02-17, 08:43 PM

Loved E.T. as a kid and still do to this day.

Also E.T. looks like a giant turd with eyeballs. He's creepy.

Both my nieces are scared of ET. Or at least they were; they may not find him scary anymore but still creepy. My sister (who also loves the film) keeps threatening to buy a life-size replica and place him in the hall just to freak them out! :D

cricket

03-02-17, 08:48 PM

I haven't seen E.T. in a few years but I still consider it an all time favorite.

gbgoodies

03-03-17, 02:41 AM

rauldc14

03-03-17, 11:51 AM

110. The Lion King

http://cdn.collider.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/the-lion-king-image.jpg

One of my favorite "classic" Disney's to be sure. Here is what I wrote about it in The Animated Musical Hall of Fame:

The Lion King

My favorite of the Disney Renaissance films. Although I hadn't seen this in quite sometime, it's one of the films I have seen the most in my lifetime probably, with the majority of the viewings coming as a kid. The soundtrack is the best in animated movie history, the characters are likeable and there are some funny parts to me. the animation itself is very well made. I really like the story and the morals that it tries to teach us, like "remembering who you are" and the importance of family. It will be high up on my list certainly, exactly where I'm not sure yet.

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http://media.giphy.com/media/T7kKcENcq6TNm/giphy.gif

Miss Vicky

03-03-17, 11:57 AM

Yeah... definitely not a movie we agree on.

Deathly

03-04-17, 09:54 AM

E.T. is way too low

This.

I'll just take it you, rauldc14, feel so strongly of E.T. that it landed number one three times.

111. E.T.

MovieMeditation

03-04-17, 10:21 AM

Love The Lion King!

Seer123

03-04-17, 10:29 AM

Yeah... definitely not a movie we agree on.

care to explain?

cricket

03-04-17, 10:36 AM

I watched The Lion King for the animation list-loved it!

Miss Vicky

03-04-17, 11:13 AM

care to explain?

I'm pretty sure raul knows well why I don't like it, but you must know - it's annoying. The songs are annoying. The characters are annoying. It's also not funny. The animation is gorgeous, I'll give it that, but that's all the praise I can give it.

It also doesn't help that it has zero nostalgic value for me. I was 13 when it came out and I hated animation at the time.

Seer123

03-04-17, 11:19 AM

I'm pretty sure raul knows well why I don't like it, but you must know - it's annoying. The songs are annoying. The characters are annoying. It's also not funny. The animation is gorgeous, I'll give it that, but that's all the praise I can give it.

It also doesn't help that it has zero nostalgic value for me. I was 13 when it came out and I hated animation at the time.

I see and I can understand. I myself don't care for songs in movies but their is a distinctive charm in the songs, at least for me. At least you like ratatouille :)

rauldc14

03-04-17, 11:30 AM

Are you not impressed by the films score Miss Vicky? I've never really heard of anybody who hated that aspect of the film.

rauldc14

03-04-17, 11:33 AM

109. L'Avventura

https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EUmjutYqJII/Vak0hybGrPI/AAAAAAAAOaY/kO1C3K-GGlw/s1600/lavventura.jpg

Certainly one of the most mysterious and adventurous films I've seen. I'm particularly interested in the characters of the film and the journey they go through. It should be well noted that the film is beautifully shot and the cinematography is profound for its time. I need to see this again and it could be in better position on my list then.

Miss Vicky

03-04-17, 11:39 AM

Are you not impressed by the films score Miss Vicky? I've never really heard of anybody who hated that aspect of the film.

Well considering I don't remember it at all, I guess that means I was not impressed by it.

rauldc14

03-05-17, 05:57 AM

Miss Vicky

03-05-17, 05:58 AM

Another one I don't like.

cricket

03-05-17, 07:28 AM

I had fond memories of It's a Wonderful Life but went many years without seeing it and started to lose appreciation. I finally saw it again a couple months ago and I can now confirm what a wonderful and special movie it is.

I struggled mightily with L'Avventura, but that was before I learned to enjoy the slower paced and more artistic types of films. I will revisit it in the future.

ShopkeeperTriumph

03-05-17, 08:24 AM

Yeah... definitely not a movie we agree on.

I think the tagline of this list should be "Yeah... definitely not a movie Miss Vicky agrees with." :p

I love both E.T., and It's a Wonderful Life. I really like The Lion King, it's a childhood favorite, but it wouldn't be extremely high on my favorite Disney movies list nowadays. I prefer the musical. Well, the other one that's a musical. You know what I mean.

MovieMeditation

03-05-17, 08:33 AM

It's a Wonderful Life is good. :up:

rauldc14

03-05-17, 12:00 PM

107. The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

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There were certainly Westerns before it, but it seems like this one popularized the genre. It also was imperative on making a star of Clint Eastwood, who just happens to be one of my favorite cinema personalities. The score is fantastic and that ending is one of the best for me in film history. Another tally for Miss Vicky to hate.

seanc

03-05-17, 12:01 PM

Two great choices. Especially Wonderful Life. Perfect film.

cricket

03-05-17, 12:07 PM

I'm not totally in love with it like I once was, but still a terrific and iconic film.

MovieMeditation

03-05-17, 12:08 PM

I loved the Dollars trilogy back when I first saw it. I recently bought the blu-ray box set and after looking through them they look stunning (especially on the oled). Best they ever looked. So right now I'm really eager to pop the disc(s) in and watch the whole thing.

Another great pick, raul!

seanc

03-05-17, 12:18 PM

MovieMeditation

03-05-17, 12:30 PM

I need to look into that because the GBATU blu-ray I have might be the worst tranfer in my collection.
Yeah, the first transfer I heard was awful. There's a new transfer available. Slight yellowish tint, but I heard it was how Leone originally intended it. But detail, clarity, general colors and all looks really solid to me. These movies were never too well preserved, so what's available now is probably the closest we get. :up:

I can take some shots of the transfer perhaps, though there is probably some around online...

This is the one you need to get: http://www.blu-ray.com/movies/The-Man-with-No-Name-Trilogy-Blu-ray/95396/#Review

Citizen Rules

03-05-17, 01:59 PM

108. It's a Wonderful Life

This is my favorite Christmas movie. Everyone knows how much I appreciate the works of Frank Capra. While I think James Stewart is excellent working with Alfred Hitchcock he is equally as good with Frank Capra. I always thought the story was really captivating and feels like it sends a great message. I also really like Donna Reed and whatever the name of the actor who plays Clarence is. I'm a big fan of Capra and love that movie!...not because of nostalgia or fond childhood memories...I didn't first watch it until more recently.
Donna Reed is adorable, and Stewart is one of my top all time favorite actors. Every scene, every character, every moment is near perfect, no false steps in this movie. I can never remember the name of Clarence either, but I just seen him the other night in something.

107. The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

There were certainly Westerns before it, but it seems like this one popularized the genre. It also was imperative on making a star of Clint Eastwood, who just happens to be one of my favorite cinema personalities. The score is fantastic and that ending is one of the best for me in film history. Eastwood in westerns is one of my favs too. I grew up on this stuff. TGTGTU is my favorite of the Dollars trilogy. The second one is pretty good too.

Miss Vicky

03-05-17, 02:37 PM

I hate TGTBATU. :laugh:

gbgoodies

03-06-17, 01:35 AM

108. It's a Wonderful Life

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This is my favorite Christmas movie. Everyone knows how much I appreciate the works of Frank Capra. While I think James Stewart is excellent working with Alfred Hitchcock he is equally as good with Frank Capra. I always thought the story was really captivating and feels like it sends a great message. I also really like Donna Reed and whatever the name of the actor who plays Clarence is.

I can never remember the name of Clarence either, but I just seen him the other night in something.

It's a Wonderful Life is one of my favorite Christmas movies, one of my favorite James Stewart movies, and one of my favorite Frank Capra movies.

BTW, the actor who played Clarence is Henry Travers. (You guys know that IMDB only closed their discussion boards, not their whole site, right? ;))

the samoan lawyer

03-06-17, 09:05 AM

Last 3 are great Raul, in particular L'Avventura. Antonioni is outstanding!

rauldc14

03-06-17, 11:33 AM

106. Stalag 17

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Still an underseen movie here on movie and still one of Billy Wilder's underrated gems. William Holden pulls in a terrific performance as J.J. Sefton. Also loved Robert Strauss as Animal. A movie with a little bit of everything: War, Thrills, Drama, and Comedy. Especially think that the ending to the film is particularly great!

Citizen Rules

03-06-17, 12:06 PM

Stalag 17is a great war film, heck it's a great film period. I almost nominated that in the WWII Hof. I prefer it over The Great Escape.

MovieMeditation

03-06-17, 12:09 PM

Not seen that one. I'm interested though. :up:

Miss Vicky

03-06-17, 12:42 PM

I haven't seen Stalag 17.

cricket

03-06-17, 06:01 PM

I saw Stalag 17 about 30 years ago and loved it. I haven't seen it since.

ShopkeeperTriumph

03-06-17, 06:01 PM

Haven't watched it, but it's Billy Wilder, so I would almost definitely like it.

rauldc14

03-08-17, 11:31 AM

105. The Quiet Man

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For me, John Ford is a fascinating filmmaker. This is probably the most straight up enjoyable movie of his. The technicolor and cinematography is simply gorgeous and the chemistry between Maureen O'Hara and John Wayne is simply a perfect match. The film is also quite funny for me.

cricket

03-08-17, 07:40 PM

I had The Quiet Man on my 50's list-great movie!

MovieMeditation

03-08-17, 07:57 PM

Most enjoyable Ford you say? I gotta get around that then. :up:

rauldc14

03-08-17, 10:12 PM

104. Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans

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I feel like I even underrate this on my own list. Here is what I had to say for the Silent Hall of Fame:

Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans

After I watched this I looked to see where it had placed on my last top 100. I had it at 87. I feel like it should have been in the 60s at least if not higher. This is an extremely well made film that hasn't dated at all. FW Murnau is a complete artist with this film. Everything from the camera angles to the composition to the direction to the music is perfect. Janet Gaynor puts on perhaps the best silent performance I have seen (the only other I can think of being up there is Chaplin in Gold Rush). I love the dark tone of the film in the beginning and I love the cheery ending as well. It's hard to think of a flaw other than maybe he seemed too in love with the city girl to make a complete turnaround with asking for forgiveness from his wife, but aside from that, I would really say that the film is perfect.

4.5+

Miss Vicky

03-08-17, 10:57 PM

I haven't seen The Quiet Man and didn't like Sunrise, though it's been quite a long time since I watched it.

ShopkeeperTriumph

03-09-17, 05:33 AM

It's funny, I was on a silent film kick a couple of months ago. I rented Sunrise from Netflix, was really excited about it, immediately got out of the mood for it once it arrived for whatever reason, and now it's just kind of been sitting in my room ever since. I spent around $16 just to have that movie sit under my bed, and counting.

It's not the movie's fault, but Sunrise and I are not on good terms as of now.

rauldc14

03-09-17, 11:16 AM

103. The Man Who Shot Liberty Valence

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The second Ford film to appear and one of my favorite movies from the 1960s. Obviously I'm a big fan of Jimmy Stewart but this is probably also the movie that made me a fan of John Wayne. One of the better Westerns out there as well.

MovieMeditation

03-09-17, 11:58 AM

I'm a big Stewart fan, didn't like him in this. Did like John Wayne in this though.

Movie was okay I guess.

Miss Vicky

03-09-17, 12:01 PM

I haven't seen Liberty Vance. I tend to avoid all things John Wayne.

rauldc14

03-10-17, 01:03 PM

102. Barton Fink

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This was a film I held off for seeing for many years. When I finally saw it, I wondered why it took so long. I love the films eerie setting and I love the performances from Turtorro and Goodman. It's a film that just stands out as unique for me, that's probably why I enjoy it so much. The director of the Coen brothers is usually always top notch and the direction in this is certainly no different. And I need to see this again soon.

seanc

03-10-17, 01:17 PM

Ten thumbs up for Fink

rauldc14

03-11-17, 12:11 PM

101. Late Spring

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Here's what I had to say about it in the 6TH Hall of Fame. It blew me away!

Late Spring

Wow, wow, wow! An exceptional film! Ozu has done it yet again for me. As I already stated, Tokyo Story is one of my favorite foreign films of all time. Ozu manages here to give a story that is rather simple on the surface, such unique depth and emotionally attached you to the characters. Hara and Ryu give excellent performances in perhaps the best father daughter relationship that I have seen come to life on screen. The twist at the end was magnificent, it goes to truly show the bond that the two of them had and that Shukichi knew his daughter inside and out. Ozu is a master of telling a story with a purpose. He makes us think about the personal relationships in our life and what they mean to us while watching his films. While Noriko can be seen as being selfish, in a way I can connect to how she was feeling as it ultimately means that family comes first to her. She just was too insecure to realize that sometimes families can extend and you need to be aware of these situations. Shukichi knew it would be the best for her, as he stated that he is not getting any younger and in a way it seemed like he did not want her to be like himself when she was older. I think in the end Shukichi was able to find solace and comfort in the events that had just occurred. But my goodness, Ozu is the man. I think I liked Tokyo Story a tad more, but Late Spring wasn't far behind. An excellent film and an excellent nomination by Sane. This film has made it mandatory that I get to more Ozu in the very near future.

4.5+

Miss Vicky

03-11-17, 12:33 PM

I haven't seen Barton Fink.

I watched Late Spring for the 6th HOF also, but my reaction was a little different.

I guess I'll be the lone voice of dissent here.

I didn't care for this one. Don't get me wrong, the acting was solid and the film was beautifully shot, but I found myself very much disliking the selfish and childish Noriko and that ruined my enjoyment of the film.

3

cricket

03-11-17, 07:48 PM

It seems like I'm loving everything you're rolling out. Liberty Valance, Sunrise, and Late Spring are all great movies.

I haven't seen Barton Fink yet but it is on my watchlist.

ShopkeeperTriumph

03-12-17, 08:35 AM

Barton Fink is top five Coens for me, easily their most eccentric I've watched. Also some of Goodman's best work. Great choice.

rauldc14

03-12-17, 11:29 AM

100. Virgin Spring

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Brutally realistic, and that's what I usually enjoy about Bergmans films. I still have a lot of filmography to sift through from him but this is the one that I would tab as my favorite this far. The story is told flawlessly and the camerawork is a thing of beauty. Not many people would regard this as a Bergman favorite but it just works so well for me.

cricket

03-12-17, 11:56 AM

I would put that in my top 3 Bergman along with Smiles of a Summer Night and Cries and Whispers. It's yet another movie from your countdown that I love.

Miss Vicky

03-12-17, 01:14 PM

The Virgin Spring was good, but it's actually one of my least favorite Bergmans.

Jeff Costello

03-12-17, 02:43 PM

I liked The Virgin Spring, but its ending kinda fell flat for me.

rauldc14

03-13-17, 10:50 AM

99. Fantastic Planet

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Love the style and the vibes of this film. The animation itself is rather unique and it draws me in too. Thanks to my buddy Swan for introducing this film to me. I took part in a podcast with Yoda and Wintertriangles and enjoyed dissecting this film immensely. It's a quick and easy watch yet it's a film that has a lot of thought to it. The story is one of intrigue and there are a lot of connections to be made.

Miss Vicky

03-13-17, 11:01 AM

I respect Fantastic Planet, but don't especially like it.

ShopkeeperTriumph

03-13-17, 11:24 AM

Fantastic Planet looks like a movie I would love, but I've yet to watch it. Next time Barnes & Noble has a Criterion sale it'll be a definite pick up, for sure.

rauldc14

03-14-17, 08:01 PM

98. My Neighbor Totoro

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Another Miyazaki favorite. I like be the world's he creates and I really like the characters in this one. This is a film full of imagination and adventure. The animation is really well done here.

Camo

03-14-17, 08:08 PM

I liked Fantastic Planet. Wasn't really a fan of My Neighbour Totoro but i'd like to see it again.

cricket

03-14-17, 08:12 PM

I very much liked Fantastic Planet but didn't care for the other at all.

Miss Vicky

03-14-17, 10:24 PM

I don't like any of Miyazaki's movies.

rauldc14

03-15-17, 10:43 PM

97. East of Eden

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A big fan of Kazan, and was really glad that I saw this when it was nominated for the tenth Hall of Fame as I had put it off for far too long. Here is what I had to say about it:

East of Eden SPOILERS

I was waiting to send in my list for the fifties countdown until after I had watched this. And I'm very glad I did. This was truly a phenomenal movie. Steinbecks novel was brought to life by Kazan in the same way that his Grapes of Wrath was brought to life by John Ford. James Dean gives a hell of a performance. It is too bad he was only able to be in three feature films during his lifetime. The emotions from him seem very real. I liked seeing his relationship with Abra grow. I loved the tension of many of the scenes with his brother. And that ending scene was just a flat out tearjerker. Seeing Dean with his Dad in that condition by his side and asking for his love was very emotional to me. The film also looked great. The scenes at the fair were candidly shot and made you feel as if you were right there with them. I also have to second Sean's opinion on that shot of Dean on the swing near the end of the film. That was truly sensational. Perhaps the most important part of the film was its storytelling, which Kazan did a magnificent job of. In addition to Dean the rest of the actors were excellent as well. This is easily a new favorite of mine and just makes me an even bigger fan of Kazan. Excellent nomination by Citizen Rules!

4.5

Miss Vicky

03-15-17, 10:56 PM

Finally something we both like. :up:

Citizen Rules

03-15-17, 11:15 PM

Finally something I nominated that both of you liked:p

Have either of you seen Giant?

Miss Vicky

03-15-17, 11:21 PM

Finally something I nominated that both of you liked:p

Have either of you seen Giant?
No.

rauldc14

03-16-17, 02:14 PM

96. Fargo

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A great blend of film. The score is really great too. The cast was perfect, all of them knocked it out of the park. The most important thing was that the direction was stellar, which is to be no surprise since it's a Coen film.

Camo

03-16-17, 06:26 PM

Really like both Fargo and East of Eden :up:

seanc

03-16-17, 06:45 PM

Fargo is one of the best films of all time. I couldn't love it more.

MovieMeditation

03-16-17, 07:03 PM

Virgin Spring is probably at least top 3 Bergman for me. I was surprised that I enjoyed it as much as I did. I don't like Fantastic Planet at all. It gave me a headache.

Totoro is good, but I don't know about great. Would have to see it again. But I liked it. East of Eden is really good. And Fargo is a kinda great. But it took me some time to love it. I could see it becoming a true favorite over time because of its originality, quirk and weird dark humor and memorable scenes and dialogue.

Miss Vicky

03-16-17, 07:16 PM

I like Fargo but don't love it.

rauldc14

03-16-17, 07:24 PM

95. The Gold Rush

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My favorite Chaplin film to date. He has a lot of charm and heart to his films, and I can certainly tell he put his all into this. Here is what I wrote for the 8th Hall of Fame:

The Gold Rush

This was a repeat watch of my own nomination, and the repeat watch held up well. This was my third Chaplin film and after the first two I wasn't sure if he was for me. But this movie is the perfect blend of adventure, comedy, and romance. It's hard to come by a film with a mixed bag of emotions that is executed so well. Chaplin is great at telling a story here with the actions of his characters and the music which sets the moods for his scenes. The story is told so well for a silent film that there are never any dull moments in the film. For a film that is almost 90 years old, I would recommend this to anyone who is serious about the history of film. Without films like this, film would not be as far advanced as it is today. The movie gives today's movies a clue into the fundamentals needed to make a great picture.

The Gunslinger45

03-16-17, 07:45 PM

The Gold Rush is very good, but I prefer City Lights

Camo

03-16-17, 08:04 PM

Looking forward to Gold Rush. You know most of my Chaplin thoughts so far from you and Seans thread.

Miss Vicky

03-16-17, 08:10 PM

The Gold Rush is okay. The only Chaplin I actually like is The Kid.

rauldc14

03-16-17, 11:56 PM

The Gold Rush is okay. The only Chaplin I actually like is The Kid.

I really liked The Kid. My second favorite so far.

rauldc14

03-17-17, 11:33 AM

94. Jackie Brown

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My favorite Tarantino. I might be the only who considers this their favorite. Really like the performance of Pam Grier, and I just think it's his best executed film. So sue me that I don't like the majority of the rest of his films. This is the one that sticks out to me.

Miss Vicky

03-17-17, 11:37 AM

I thought Jackie Brown was just okay.

seanc

03-17-17, 11:48 AM

Tarantino makes an appearance. I'm so happy. Wasn't expecting that despite knowing this is the only one you care for. Great movie, but you already knew that because of MV's indifference. ;)

Camo

03-17-17, 06:55 PM

Jackie Brown is my third fave Tarantino. My top three are actually his first three in the order they were released. Very good film, should rewatch it soon.

Sexy Celebrity

03-17-17, 07:28 PM

Jackie Brown is probably my favorite Tarantino movie, too. It's his one movie that I've probably rewatched the most and you could probably put it on at any time and I'd be interested. His other movies are good, but I have to be in a mood to watch Kill Bill or Pulp Fiction again. Jackie is good for any time.

cricket

03-17-17, 07:31 PM

Jackie Brown is my third fave Tarantino. My top three are actually his first three in the order they were released. Very good film, should rewatch it soon.

Same here exactly, and I also love Fargo and very much enjoy The Gold Rush.

I've seen East of Eden twice and I can't figure out why I don't like it more than I do.

Sexy Celebrity

03-17-17, 07:41 PM

I really wish Tarantino would make another movie like Pulp Fiction and Jackie Brown. You know - something cool, something with cool people, set in the city, set in the present. Hell, he could even set it in the 1990's, perhaps. But it could be interesting to see a movie like that again, set in the present.

When Hateful Eight came out... I still haven't seen it. Set in the 1800's again? No thank you. Tarantino needs to go old school again. Enough with the old west, the Nazis and the Japanese. Bring back the city, bring back the drug dealers and the pimps and the thieves. Bring back the modern age.

Camo

03-17-17, 07:45 PM

I like Hateful Eight alot but i agree with you SC. As i said his first three are my favourites.

Sexy Celebrity

03-17-17, 07:51 PM

Camo

03-17-17, 08:24 PM

Sexy Celebrity

03-17-17, 08:31 PM

I felt like I was writing a Tarantino script kinda when I wrote my Survivor story the other day. All that murdering and backstabbing. I felt like in particular I made Hit Girl and Seanc into Tarantino characters.

Why was i first out? haha
I can't really say. Meaning I don't know exactly why. Somebody had to be the first one out. I decided it would be you. You should be honored. The first one out is the oppsite side of the winner.

Suspect was targeting the strong players. You were strong and you weren't really playing hard in the story at the same time. You were off getting temp banned and just hiding. Fate decided it would be you.

I have been considering a sequel story. May or may not happen. I have some ideas. Maybe you'll have a bigger part in that. Maybe you'll be the first one out again. We shall see.

Camo

03-17-17, 08:34 PM

The sequel should definitely have more Camo. And when Camo is not on screen everyone should be asking "Where's Camo?".

simpsons quote

rauldc14

03-18-17, 10:20 AM

93. 12 Angry Men

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A very thought provoking film that is probably the best courtroom movie ever made. Here were my HOF thoughts:

12 Angry Men

I had already seen this film before, and it has been in my previous top 100s, but I think I may have not appreciated it as much as I should have. This is close to a perfect film. The acting is marvelous. I love how Fonda is seen as the hero and Cobb is seen as the villain yet they both make very compelling arguments for their cases. Each and every jury member plays a perfect role. The story seems like we know what the outcome will be yet I became emotionally attached to what each and every one of them is saying. The dialogue couldn't be more perfect. Let's hope that this does well not only here, but in the 50s countdown as well, a truly remarkable film!

4.5

Miss Vicky

03-18-17, 11:02 AM

I watched 12 Angry Men for the 50s countdown. I thought it was very good, but I don't know if it's something I'll ever have the desire to see again.

Camo

03-18-17, 11:36 AM

12 Angry Men is great.

Ms. M

03-18-17, 12:09 PM

The tencion was as high as temprature in the movie. I was sweating during watching it...

honeykid

03-18-17, 12:54 PM

rauldc14

03-18-17, 02:58 PM

92. Witness for the Prosecution

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So what I said about 12 Angry Men being the best courtroom drama? Well, that's up for grabs with this. Let's call them 1A and 1B. From the 50s HOF:

Witness for the Prosecution

I was pretty worried that maybe this wouldn't hold up to the high standards that I held it to when I watched it last, but it certainly did. There really is no flaw to this film. The dialogue of the movie is what drives it for me. The writing by Billy Wilder is simply some of the best that I have ever seen. The performances of the leads are all very credible and are all very convincing. Especially Laughton, who gives a performance for the ages. Billy Wilder is one of my favorite directors and this movie shows how flexible the man can be. Truly a remarkable film.

4.5+

Miss Vicky

03-18-17, 03:05 PM

Witness for the Prosecution was quite good. Don't know if I'll ever rewatch it though.

seanc

03-18-17, 04:16 PM

Two great films. Greatest courtroom dramas of all time? Have we forgotten A Few Good Men? ;)

rauldc14

03-18-17, 04:17 PM

Two great films. Greatest courtroom dramas of all time? Have we forgotten A Few Good Men? ;)

I can't forget what I haven't seen seanc

seanc

03-18-17, 04:24 PM

I can't forget what I haven't seen seanc

Do it. I love it, but it has been many years.

cricket

03-18-17, 04:59 PM

Right now I prefer Witness for the Prosecution, but they're both brilliant films.

Citizen Rules

03-18-17, 06:03 PM

92. Witness for the Prosecution
That's an excellent movie and one of the best courtroom themed movies. My favorite is, Judgement at Nuremberg (1961) which Neiba nominated for the WWII Hof and it came in at #1

Sexy Celebrity

03-19-17, 12:49 AM

Jackie Brown and 12 Angry Men are both fantastic films. I'm with Camo in thinking that the first 3 are his best, though I'd disagree that it's his best executed. It's about 20 minutes too long for a start.

My biggest problem with Jackie Brown is its ending. I've always found the ending where SPOILERS! ...... Jackie Brown kills Samuel L. Jackson's character.... very underwhelming. Very quick and over with. Very to the point, very undramatic. Anyone else feel that way?

Joel

03-19-17, 01:21 AM

My biggest problem with Jackie Brown is its ending. I've always found the ending where SPOILERS! ...... Jackie Brown kills Samuel L. Jackson's character.... very underwhelming. Very quick and over with. Very to the point, very undramatic. Anyone else feel that way?

I thought Jackie Brown was among Tarantino's best work. I liked the dynamic between Grier and Forster a lot. I never noticed the quick kill of Jackson's character, or feeling rushed. I did feel that way in "No Country for Old Men" with Brolin's character (blink and you miss it). I'll have to watch Jackie Brown again.

Joel

03-19-17, 01:23 AM

Two great films. Greatest courtroom dramas of all time? Have we forgotten A Few Good Men? ;)

I'm with "The Verdict". That ending...with the phone ringing endlessly as Newman sits there stewing in his newfound dignity.

rauldc14

03-22-17, 10:05 PM

91. Best Years of Our Lives

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This is Wyler's masterpiece to me. I've grown pretty fond of his films. Here's what I had to say for it in the ninth hall of fame, which it took home the top prize for:

The Best Years Of Our Lives

An even better and more rewarding movie experience the second time around. I love how we see the struggles of the three main lead men as they try to figure out their life's after they see how the world has adjusted in their absence. In many ways, their families had sort of moved on without them, so it is quite difficult for them to adjust. William Wyler does a fantastic job of telling such a touching story. What I am most impressed about is the emotion that he gets out of his actors and actresses in the film. It feels like these events are real and that the people are real. To go hand in hand with that, the acting is phenomenal. I really thought Dana Andrews and Teresa Wright had amazing chemistry together, and Fredric March, Harold Russell, and Myrna Loy were all fantastic. This is easily becoming one of my favorite movies of all time. Glad it was nominated as I've thought about nominating it before as well.

4.5+

rauldc14

03-23-17, 09:32 AM

90. The Last Picture Show

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An excellent piece of filmmaking with great performances all around. Ben Johnson, Jeff Bridges, Chloris Leachman, and Cybill Shepard were all great. A lot of credit goes to an excellent screenplay as well. This is one of my favorite films from a decade I haven't watched a whole ton of. I just feel in love with it on my first watch.

Camo

03-23-17, 09:33 AM

I like that alot, prefer Paper Moon personally though.

cricket

03-23-17, 09:45 AM

Two more winners! Give me something I don't like already!

the samoan lawyer

03-23-17, 09:49 AM

Good to see The Last Picture Show on someone's list.

Miss Vicky

03-23-17, 11:28 AM

Haven't seen either of the last two.

rauldc14

03-23-17, 08:22 PM

89. Hitch

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One of my favorite Rom Coms, a genre I actually don't mind. So sue me. I think it's funny. Kevin James and Will Smith work well off one another.

Camo

03-23-17, 08:26 PM

Now that was unexpected haha. I saw it in the cinema on a date when it just came out and didn't like it, haven't seen it since.

rauldc14

03-23-17, 08:29 PM

Now that was unexpected haha. I saw it in the cinema on a date when it just came out and didn't like it, haven't seen it since.

It's been on all my 100s so far

Camo

03-23-17, 08:31 PM

It's been on all my 100s so far

You haven't done one for a while so i don't remember what were on them.

seanc

03-23-17, 08:35 PM

Yeah, I didn't realize you loved Hitch either. I thought it was a good time at the theater. I am a sucker for Kevin James though. Almost as much as for Carell.

I really need to see Last Picture Show again, been years and I don't remember it.

cricket

03-23-17, 08:39 PM

I have not seen Hitch.

Miss Vicky

03-23-17, 10:22 PM

I haven't seen Hitch, but it doesn't look like something I'd like.

rauldc14

03-24-17, 09:49 AM

88. Red Eye

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One of my guilty pleasures so to speak. I still think the movie is very well done. The tension that mounts in the film is great. Rachel McAdams and Cillian Murphy were cast perfectly. I love films that takes place in basically one setting. All the scenes on the airplane are very well done. It's easy to see that Craven has a talent for creating tense situations. I still need to see a lot of his films. The film is short enough to make it an extremely quick, easy, and fun watch.

Camo

03-24-17, 10:37 AM

Never heard of that. Never would have guessed it was from Craven.

Swan

03-24-17, 10:41 AM

Red Eye is fun. Not Craven's best by any means... but fun.

rauldc14

03-24-17, 10:56 AM

I still need to dig into Craven's films more

seanc

03-24-17, 11:02 AM

I remember when Red Eye came out, but I haven't seen it.

Miss Vicky

03-24-17, 11:04 AM

I haven't seen Red Eye. Doesn't look like my kind of movie.

rauldc14

03-24-17, 11:09 AM

I haven't seen Red Eye. Doesn't look like my kind of movie.

I doubt it, but you never know.

I'm actually rewatching Heathers right now, which I didn't think would be my kind of movie, but I really like it.

Camo

03-24-17, 11:11 AM

Heathers is alot of fun but Christian Slater gets on my nerves in it a bit.

Miss Vicky

03-24-17, 11:16 AM

Heathers is alot of fun but Christian Slater gets on my nerves in it a bit.

Slater's the best thing about that movie. :randy:

Fabulous

03-24-17, 12:36 PM

The Best Years of Our Lives is one of my favourite WWII movies.

rauldc14

03-24-17, 03:23 PM

87. Schindler's List

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A near flawless movie. If this were a best list instead of favorites it would surely be higher. The performances are standout, the black and white cinematography so crisp, and the story as touching as any that I've ever seen.

Miss Vicky

03-24-17, 03:31 PM

A movie we have in common!

Schindler's List is excellent.

cricket

03-24-17, 06:36 PM

I enjoyed Red Eye but I'm quite surprised to see it show up here.

Still haven't seen Schindler's List:facepalm:

rauldc14

03-25-17, 01:20 PM

86. The Killers

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A great movie oozing with coolness. Here's what I said in the noir Hall of Fame:
The Killers

I would like to welcome a new film to my top 100, The Killers. One of the best noir films I have seen easily. What makes it so good for me is the intensity of some of these scenes. The characters in this film are all acted out as good as they can possibly be. In particular, Lancaster and Gardner were perfect for the roles that they played. The flashback scenes worked perfectly for this film. It was great to see all the pieces fall into place as to why certain things went down a certain way. The film was shot splendidly and the musical score was fitting for each scene that it was paired with. A movie is as good as it's ending, and this one was terrific. I can't really think of anything negative to say because I honestly thought it was pretty close to perfect.

4.5+

cricket

03-25-17, 07:33 PM

The Killers was terrific, just short of a big favorite for me.

Captain Spaulding

03-27-17, 09:59 AM

Impressive choices so far, raul! I've seen everything except Witness for the Prosecution, The Best Years of Our Lives, The Quiet Man and L'Avventura, all four of which I've been meaning to watch for years. I've always felt like our tastes are rather dissimilar since I've seen you hate on plenty of films I love and vice versa, but I like/love almost every film to appear on the list so far with the exception of My Neighbor Totoro and Hitch (by far the most surprising entry). Your admiration for classic cinema is refreshing to see.

Big :up: for The Last Picture Show. That's a borderline top-ten film for me. It's a shame you're not a fan of QT, but it's cool to see Jackie Brown on your list. That's his second best film, in my opinion. T2 remains just as thrilling all these years later. The Lion King is my second favorite animated film. One Flew Over the Cuckoo Nest is firmly entrenched in my top ten and I agree with you that Nurse Ratched is one of cinema's greatest villains. I can't think of any character I loathe more than her. The Bridge on the River Kwai, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance and The Good, The Bad and The Ugly are all favorites of mine.

I'd put off seeing Fantastic Planet until recently, thinking I wouldn't like it due to the animation style, but I found it fascinating and I haven't stopped thinking about it since I watched it. Even the stillness of the animation worked in the movie's favor, adding to the alien-like atmosphere. I wish I had seen it before submitting my sci-fi ballot. Not a fan of Miyazaki, but I enjoyed Porco Rosso more than any of his other films, perhaps due to its old-Hollywood feel. Arrival is one of the best science-fiction films to come along in awhile, although I wouldn't yet consider it a favorite. I was in awe of the stunt work and craftsmanship in The General. I go back and forth on whether Sunrise or Greed is the best silent film I've seen. I haven't seen Red Eye in years, but I remember it being quite tense. If memory serves correctly, though, I liked it considerably less once everyone was off the plane.

The Gold Rush is the first silent film I ever watched, so I struggled with it a bit. I need to revisit it sometime since Chaplin almost never fails to warm my cold, cynical heart. I love seeing random, overlooked films like The Lucky Ones make people's favorites list, proving that any film can strike a chord with the right viewer. To be honest, though, I'd forgotten the film even exists until you brought it up. It's a Wonderful Life, E.T., Fargo, 12 Angry Men and Schindler's List are films I like but not to the degree that most people seem to. The Virgin Spring is probably my third or fourth favorite from Bergman, but I've still got a lot to see from the Swede. Stalag 17 is great, but it's middle tier Billy Wilder for me. That's more of a testament to his extraordinary prowess as a director than a slight against the film. Barton Fink used to be a favorite, but I haven't seen it ages. I get Late Spring confused with other Ozu films since all his stuff feels so damn similar. Moonrise Kingdom isn't as annoying as most Wes Anderson films. I liked The Killers but can't remember much about it. East of Eden was a disappointment to me, probably because I'd just finished reading the masterful novel. To me, not seeing everything that leads up to those last 200 or so pages sapped much of the strength and beauty from the story. I'm hopeful that the film will stand on its own more with a re-watch now that the novel is no longer fresh on my mind.

Curious to see what films are to follow. I'm sure there will be a deluge of Denzel at some point.

rauldc14

03-27-17, 12:02 PM

85. Good Will Hunting

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A movie that has some damn good acting. I love the bond that's created between Damon and Driver, as well as the bond between Damon and Williams characters. That is the central points of interest that this film has. Robin Williams supporting performance may be his best performance of his career (I'd argue Doubtfire, but it's hard to compare the two since they are so different. I'd also like to say that the screenplay is really brilliant. It's an excellent directing job from Gus Van Sant.

Miss Vicky

03-27-17, 12:27 PM

I didn't care for Good Will Hunting.

MovieMeditation

03-27-17, 02:19 PM

Good Will Hunting is extraordinary. Indeed, the acting is great and Robin is beyond great in that one. Love Mrs. Doubtfire too. ;)

rauldc14

03-27-17, 09:55 PM

Thanks for that deep insightful post Spaulding. I always look forward to your thoughts as well. Seems we have more film interests in common than I thought.

cricket

03-28-17, 08:59 PM

Good Will Hunting is damn brilliant!

rauldc14

03-28-17, 09:45 PM

84. Night of the Living Dead

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A fun yet tense movie that far exceeded the expectations that I had for it. This is what a thriller should be and what a horror should be. I'm not a huge fan of horrors but this is certainly one of the king's of its kind.

cricket

03-28-17, 09:48 PM

A nice surprise there, one of the first movies I can remember watching!

the samoan lawyer

03-29-17, 09:30 AM

Nice pick Raul.

MovieMeditation

03-29-17, 09:40 AM

I watched that one late, but I loved it. Surprised that it was so good. Great pick.

rauldc14

03-30-17, 07:24 AM

83. Ed Wood

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Watched this on a recommendation from Cobpyth and it has been a favorite ever since. Here is what I said about it for the fourth Hall of Fame:

Oh boy this is a talented Hall of Fame for me.

I just saw Ed Wood for the first time and completely loved it. Edward D. Wood Jr. Is known as one of the worst directors of our time, but throu this film you can't deny that he is absolutely passionate about the film industry. He always aimed to be at a level of Orson Welles. The black and white cinematography was a HUGE success, as it helps Burton relate to Woods time period. The storyline is fascinating and could not have possibly been any better. The pacing of the film was perfect and we get to know just the type of person that Ed Wood is. He seemed like a great guy, even though he had his goofy ways to him. This film made me laugh, cry, and appreciate film in a manner that many other films fail to do. Lastly, the performances of Johnny Depp and Martin Landau (heck, even the support roles) were stellar. The film actually makes me want to watch one of the films that they were filming in this movie. Now that's power.

I am at odds with how this list will look for me, and I've still got four films left!

honeykid

03-30-17, 09:06 AM

I think that last 3 might be the most I've ever agree with your choices. :D :up: Both Good Will Hunting and Ed Wood are on my 100 too, so it's really pleasing to see them here and NotLD is a horror classic which I have a lot of time for.

cricket

03-30-17, 09:39 AM

I have not seen Ed Wood yet.

rauldc14

03-30-17, 09:52 PM

82. Pursuit of Happyness

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A very touching and uplifting film that I've loved since the first time I saw it. This was the first film that I ever saw with my wife too. Will Smith's performance was excellent as well. If you are looking for a film to lift up your spirits, look no further than this one.

rauldc14

03-31-17, 12:51 PM

81. L.A. Confidential

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A movie with a lot of high paced thrills. The screenplay is awesome. Every single performance is among that actors best in their career. Kim Basingers performance was truly outstanding as well, one of the better supporting actress performances that I have seen. Just an all around well rounded film.

rauldc14

03-31-17, 09:43 PM

80. Sunset Boulevard

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Wilder knows how to make the best out of his casts. Swanson and Holden are both absolutely terrific. A terrific screenplay is at the precipice of what makes Wilder films so golden. This is certainly no different.

seanc

03-31-17, 09:50 PM

Oh yes, LA and Sunset. Two off my 100. I don't think I knew you were a big LA fan, not surprised.

cricket

03-31-17, 10:01 PM

I'm not crazy about Sunset Blvd. and I haven't seen Pursuit of Happiness.

I do love L.A. Confidential.

rauldc14

04-04-17, 12:21 PM

79. Back to the Future

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A movie that just is pure fun. Certainly one of those films that you can just relax, sit back, and enjoy the ride. Not all too much to say about it other than that, but it's a film that's easy to go back to.

Citizen Rules

04-04-17, 12:39 PM

83. Ed Wood
The film actually makes me want to watch one of the films that they were filming in this movie. Now that's power... That is funny, I had the exact same reaction to Ed Wood, and I did then watch a number of his films and became an Ed Wood fan. His early stuff does strive to do something special....all on a shoe string budget. Did you ever end up watching one of his films?

Tugg

04-04-17, 12:48 PM

When I was a kid, I remember liking "Back to the Future" immensely, but couldn't care less for either of the sequels. They would play on TV and I would be doing something else in the room. Nothing in the sequels would interest me to watch them.

rauldc14

04-05-17, 12:42 PM

78. The Ring

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Probably my second favorite horror of all time. I'm a big fan of Naomi Watts and I really love her performance in this movie. It's an underrated gem for me.

Miss Vicky

04-05-17, 12:51 PM

Looks like it's been awhile since I posted in here. I haven't seen Night of the Living Dead or Pursuit of Happyness.

I didn't care for Ed Wood, but I only watched it once and should probably give it another shot. L.A. Confidential, Sunset Boulevard, Back to the Future, and The Ring are all good, but are not favorites for me.

rauldc14

04-06-17, 11:33 AM

77. Spider-Man 2

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Another one that falls into that fun movie category and is an easy rewatch. My favorite Spider-Man movie of all time by a mile. Doc Oct was a great villain and the storyline is really intriguing to me as well. One of the better superhero movies that I have seen for sure. And a soundtrack that I really like too.

Joel

04-06-17, 11:58 AM