Are you a classic?moviegoerwho has indulged in hours of movie marathons, or maybe a newbie who just wants a taste of movie history, and the movies that changed it- We've rounded up some other timeless movies for you to sink your teeth into. Maybe you fancy one earlyromantic comedy(how to steal a milliona gripping drama about an organized crime syndicate(The Godfather),or a psychological thriller that sets new standardshorror(Whatever happensbaby jane); Regardless of what appeals to you, there's no better time to see some of the best movies around. Each of these movies offers a heady dose of nostalgia, is genuinely entertaining, and will make you sound more interesting at cocktail parties.
Gone with the Wind (1939)
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In this film, the original "riveting epic," Vivien Leigh stars as Scarlett O'Hara, the plucky Southern belle who falls for Clark Gable's Rhett Butler against the backdrop of the Civil War. It's one of the most indelible movies ever made, and despite being criticized for its racial politics, supporting actress Hattie McDaniel was the first African-American actress to win an Oscar. (It also won best picture in arguably the busiest field in Oscar history, hittingThe Wizard of Oz,Sturmhöhe,diligence, yEl Sr. Smith va a Washington, among others.)
The Wizard of Oz (1939)
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There's no place like home and no classic movie quite as popular as Dorothy's Adventures in Oz. The film made its mark on the types of narrative and types of characters (bad and good witches, scarecrows, tin men and cowardly lions, oh my goodness) to see in the film. "Somewhere Over the Rainbow", beautifully sung by Judy Garlard, is the icing on the cake.
Casablanca (1942)
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casablancais up there with himCrownto the most quoted script of all time. This World War II classic, directed by Michael Curtiz, unites Scandinavian beauty Ingrid Bergman with tough guy Humphrey Bogart in a story of war-torn lovers reunited in a remote Moroccan piano bar, one of the most gin of the world
Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961)
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A favorite of dorm room posters and Halloween costumes, Blake Edwards' comedy about city girl Holly Golightly helped make Audrey Hepburn a fashion icon thanks to her long black dress, sleek hairstyle and his exclusive black sunglasses. (She also wears a trench coat.) Adapted from a Truman Capote novel, it is one of the most elegant films of the 20th century.
Lawrence de Arabia (1962)
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David Lean's 70mm desert epic stars Peter O'Toole in the moving film about T.E. Lawrence, the British archaeologist, military officer, and World War I liaison to the Ottoman Empire. It was shot in Morocco, Spain, Jordan and England. If you can, try to capture those stunning locations and O'Toole's melancholy on the big screen.
West Side Story (1961)
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This musical about New York gangs was directed by choreographer Jerome Robbinssound of musicDirector Robert Wise. The Sharks and the Jets dance their battles in the streets in this updated versionRomeo and Juliet. Leonard Bernstein's songs, with lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, are among the best of the era.
Citizen Kane (1941)
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Living up to the title of "greatest movie of all time" isn't easy, but Orson Welles' portrayal of a madcap publishing billionaire truly remade an industry. Welles pioneered the cinematographic techniques of deep focus and chiaroscuro lighting. He was inspired by the life story of publishing scion William Randolph Hearst, but you'll have to watch it to see exactly what "rosebud" means.
delicious (1960)
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Alfred Hitchcocks experiment with exploitation cinema proved that the master of suspense is the master of marketing and became hismost notorious filmin a classics race. He also changed showers forever. Anthony Perkins' Norman Bates remains one of the most memorable screen maniacs of all time, and Bernard Herrmann's screeching strings have made a lasting impact on movie soundtracks.
Rebel Without a Cause (1955)
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Hollywood icon James Dean only appeared in three movies in his short life.rebel without reason, directed by Nicholas Ray, is the most memorable and one of the first cinematic depictions of teen angst. Dean's co-stars in the film, Natalie Wood and Sal Mineo, also had early tragic endings, giving the film mythic status.
A Raisin in the Sun (1961)
Iconic Sidney Poitier stars opposite Claudia McNeil and Ruby Dee in this classic adaptation of Lorraine Hansberry's groundbreaking play - the first by a black woman to be seen on Broadway - about a Chicago family whose lives are about to change, with the promise of an extraordinary financial gain in the form of a life insurance check.
Laura (1944)
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Otto Premingerslaurais a mix of film noir and family melodrama in which the impressive Gene Tierney plays the protagonist Laura, a murder victim with whom the detective falls in love while investigating her death. This twisted tale features a cast of wonderful actors in supporting roles, including Clifton Webb and future horror businessman Vincent Price.
The Women (1939)
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Para 1939 George CukorsWomen—about divorce, fashion, and the complicated intimacies of women—was terrifyingly prescient. Also, no male has any speaking roles in it! With Norma Shearer, Joan Crawford and Rosalind Russell,Womenshould be your next girls' night movie choice (but feel free to skip the 2008 remake).
The Godfather (1972)
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The first film in Francis Ford Coppola's epic mob trilogy, adapted from Mario Puzo's book, launched Al Pacino and Robert DeNiro to stardom and brought us a whole new Marlon Brando as Don Corleone. The film that inspired a thousand marbled impressions of Brando isThe Mafia Movie You Can't Refuse…
The Best Years of Our Lives (1946)
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William Wyler's World War II film has become the gold standard for movies about soldiers returning home from the front lines to find that reintegration into life isn't easy. The movie even stars real-life war veteran Harold Russell, who lost his hands and won an honorary Oscar for his performance.
Encuentrama in St. Louis (1944)
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the nostalgic musicalmeet me in st louisit might contain the best screen performance from Judy Garland. She plays Esther Smith, one of four sisters who don't want to give up her life in the Midwest and want to move to New York. Her rendition of "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" made the song a Christmas standard, and she met her future husband, director Vincente Minelli, on set.
Roman Holiday (1953)
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Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn exploring Rome? Fainting. In the William Wyler film, Peck plays a journalist who meets Hepburn, an incognito princess hoping for a little freedom. Hepburn won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in one of the most beloved romances of all time.
Seven Samurai (1954)
Perhaps the best-known of acclaimed director Akira Kurosawa's films, this tale of a bandit-ridden town enlisting the help of seven samurai to protect them is considered a seminal work of cinema (if the premise sounds familiar, then because it inspired the film). a western classicthe seven of glory, what's more.)
Some Like It Hot (1959)
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Marilyn Monroe has had many memorable roles, but Billy Wilder's drag comedy best showcased her sharp comedic chops. Joined by Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon, who make no effort to hide from mob killers,some like it hotIt is one of the funniest movies of the 20th century.
It Happened in One Night (1934)
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This fast-talking romantic comedy, directed by Frank Capra, invented the genre known as "mad comedy" when movies with sound were still called "talkies." In one of the first road movies, Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert embodied a sexy, mature and intelligent relationship that was surprisingly innovative for its time.
The Sound of Music (1965)
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One of the last great traveling musicals.the sound of the music,Directed by Robert Wise, Julie Andrews stars as apprentice nun turned governess Maria, based on the real-life wartime adventures of the Von Trapp family singers. Rodgers and Hammerstein's songs make this one of the most popular musicals of all time.
Stagecoach (1939)
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John Ford's definitive western follows a group of strangers traveling by bus through dangerous Apache territory and is one of the most influential films ever made. Starring John Wayne as the Ringo Kid in a groundbreaking performance that made him a star, this was Ford's first Monument Valley film.
North by Northwest (1959)
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Tom Cruise couldn't be doing what he's doing if Cary Grant and his memorable gray suit weren't outpacing planes, trains and cars in this mistaken identity mystery. Serving as a blueprint for the action hero movies we see today, Hitchcock's suspenseful thriller has more style, wit and whimsy than most modern blockbusters.
12 Angry Men (1957)
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Sidney Lumet's one-bedroom drama is a must-see for anyone who might be on a jury, as this tense film follows the process of a man, played by Henry Fonda, who convinces all the other jurors to let him go. embrace your devious side. A fascinating character study and dramatic writing lesson.
Singing in the Rain (1952)
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This MGM musical, starring Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds, was emblematic of the major productions of the 1950s while also poking fun at the transition from silent to talkies. But thank goodness for that glorious sound without which we wouldn't have such amazing songs and dance numbers like "Singin' in the Rain" and "Good Mornin'."
Double Compensation (1944)
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Barbara Stanwyck sizzles as the femme fatale Phyllis in this film, written and directed by Billy Wilder and based on the novel by Raymond Chandler. Fred MacMurray co-stars as the insurance man who gets sucked into his plot: the poor fool never stood a chance against his charms. elegant and sexy,double compensationis the perfect entry point into classic film noir.
The Sweet Life (1960)
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Federico Fellini's epic sees Marcello Mastroianni at his best as Marcello Rubini, a journalist who gets into all sorts of mishaps with beautiful movie stars and other stunning Rome over the course of a week. Who could forget the sight of Scandinavian goddess Anita Ekberg swimming in the Trevi Fountain in couture?
An American in Paris (1951)
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The Vincente Minelli musical, starring Gene Kelly as the expatriate American painter, was the feature film debut of French ballerina Leslie Caron (later Gigi). Set to music by George and Ira Gershwin, Minelli paints a delightfully colorful and surreal scene, including a memorable "ballet of dreams" climax that closes this tale of a love triangle in the City of Light.
The Lady Disappears (1938)
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Produced in his native England before coming to the US,the lady disappearsit showcases Alfred Hitchcock's talent for strict crime storytelling and also his good humor. Margaret Lockwood stars as the brave Iris, an Englishwoman investigating the disappearance of a fellow traveler aboard an overnight train in wintry Eastern Europe.
On the Coast (1954)
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Marlon Brando's Terry Malloy "could have been a contender" in the boxing ring, but Brando's performance in the Elia Kazan film sent him straight to the top. Brando won a Best Actor Oscar for his Stanislaski-taught realistic portrayal of the longshoreman fighting union corruption, and the film also garnered seven other statuettes.
What happened to Baby Jane? (1962)
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Joan Crawford and Bette Davis team up in iconic horror movieWhat happened to Baby Jane?. Two aging child stars, one of whom is confined to a wheelchair, live together in a mansion in Old Hollywood. But while one plots revenge for the accident that crippled her, the other plots a meteoric comeback, one that doesn't involve her siblings.
Rebecca (1940)
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In Hitchcock's first American film, Joan Fontaine plays a new bride locked away in a secluded mansion and haunted by the memory of her husband's dead first wife.Based on the novel by Daphne du Maurier, this is a classic psychological mystery thriller made even more chilling by Hitch's indelible style.
It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
Although technically it's achristmas movie, this classic, starring James Stewart and Donna Reed, carries a message that is just as strong in any season. It is about a good man, George Bailey, who has a meltdown on Christmas Eve and swears that he wishes he had never been born. An angel kindly shows him what the world would have been like without him in this hugely influential heartwarming that shockingly flopped when it debuted.
All About Eve (1950)
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Buckle up, it's going to be an eventful night when two war actresses go head-to-head in Joseph Mankiewicz's drama about dueling divas. Bette Davis plays stage star Margot Channing, who plays Eve Harrington played by Anne Baxter, a young upstart who wants to take her place. George Sanders and Marilyn Monroe provide memorable supporting performances.
The Night of the Hunter (1955)
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Robert Mitchum has never been more frightening than the ruthless Harry Powell, a minister-turned-assassin who marries a widow for her husband's money. The script, written by film critic James Agee, is thematically nuanced and rich in symbolism, such as the "love" and "hate" tattoos on Harry's knuckles.
An Unforgettable Adventure (1957)
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Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr meet on a transatlantic sailing voyage, and while both are involved in a relationship, they have a sweet, brief fling. But before their ship docks in New York, they hatch a plan to meet on top of the Empire State Building six months later to get married. But on the day of their meeting, an accident occurs and they both have to wonder if they ever really loved each other.
Boulevard at Sunset (1950)
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This classic Hollywood crime thriller directed by Billy Wilder was all set for its close-up, Mr. DeMille. The story goes back to the discovery of the body in the swimming pool of an elderly silent film actress, Norma Desmond, inimitably played by Gloria Swanson.
The Apartment (1960)
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Billy Wilder is cute, sadApartment Dashe plays prankster Jack Lemmon in a pathos-filled performance. His CC lets the married bosses of the company use his apartment for his business, which is complicated when he discovers that his crush, elevator operator Fran, charmingly played by Shirley MacClaine, is one of his lovers.Apartment Dasit is touching and perfect.
Vertigo (1958)
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Set in San Francisco, Hitchcock's surreal psychological thriller turns Jimmy Stewart's persona on its head as a nice guy in a story of love, obsession, control and doppelgangers. Although the film received mixed reviews upon its release, there have been academic claims over the years, and in 2012 it was ranked number one.Citizen Kaneon the British Film Institute's Best Films list.
The Philadelphia Story (1940)
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Cold but lovable Tracy Lord, the toast of Philadelphia's socialite, marries after a disastrous relationship with C.K. Dexterhaven. But when her ex-husband reappears the night before her wedding to George Kittredge, she is forced to confront her feelings for him, even having a little fling with a reporter sent to cover the occasion. A classic love story starring Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant and Jimmy Stewart at their most charming.
How to Steal a Million (1966)
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Nicole Bonnet's father is a con man. She's happy to let him forge paintings in peace, until one day he lends a fake masterpiece to a museum in Paris, where she's in danger of discovery. As any dutiful daughter would, Nicole enlists the help of a high-profile Audrey Hepburn thief to get back the fraudulent job: she falls in love, attracting many suitors in the process.
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FAQs
Why classic movies are better? ›
Ivory research shows that old movies introduced the viewers to a different better world. After watching the movie, you could reason and discover what you've been doing right or wrong in your life. The plot was original and exciting compared to the modern ones.
What is a classic film? ›A great film lasts. It doesn't just remain famous; it remains whole and speaks to us as forcefully as it did in its own time, and often more forcefully. These movies of proven lasting power are called classics, and they reveal themselves over years and decades.
How can I watch old classic movies? ›- Turner Classic Movies. ...
- The Criterion Channel. ...
- Netflix. ...
- Fandor. ...
- Hulu. ...
- The Film Detective. ...
- Amazon Prime. ...
- MUBI.
- "The Godfather" (1972) ...
- "Do the Right Thing" (1989) ...
- "Citizen Kane" (1941) ...
- "Before Sunrise" (1995) ...
- "Boyhood" (2014) ...
- "8½" (1963) ...
- "2001: A Space Odyssey" (1968) ...
- "The Rules of the Game" (1939)
1. Citizen Kane (1941)
Why do older movies look more realistic? ›Old movies were shot on either 35mm or 70mm film reel. These reels were analogue. Analogue gives you the ability to go back to it and 'transfer' it to what ever technology is available at the time.
Why do people love old movies? ›They also are a reminder of the past and life at the time. For many people, old movies are a beautiful reminder of a time when things were simpler. These movies don't rely as much on technology to wow and shock the viewer, the story lines are clear and straighter forward, their plots simpler.
What is a timeless film? ›Every movie wants to transcend its era and inspire generations to come, but there are always aspects that mark them as a product of their time. A timeless movie is one that transcends the era it was produced in. Most filmmakers make movies with the hope that they'll be talked about fondly for generations to come.
Which movies are considered classic? ›- The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) 96% 93% #100. ...
- #99. Paths of Glory (1957) 96% 95% ...
- #98. Rebel Without a Cause (1955) 93% 88% ...
- #97. A Fistful of Dollars (1964) 96% 91% ...
- #96. The Birds (1963) 94% 83% ...
- #95. Sunrise (1927) 98% 92% ...
- #94. The Hustler (1961) ...
- #93. Bringing Up Baby (1938)
A movie is classic, says Mia Mask, professor of film history at Vassar College, "if it's a well-crafted, well-acted, compelling story that speaks to the human condition in a way that's unique."
What is the oldest movie? ›
1888 – The earliest surviving film, the Roundhay Garden Scene, by French inventor Louis Le Prince, is shot in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, through a groundbreaking 20 frames per second. Others short films made at the same time were Traffic Crossing Leeds Bridge and Accordion Player.
What is the top 10 best movie? ›- The 400 Blows (1959) Film. ...
- Star Wars (1977) Film. ...
- The Passion of Joan of Arc (1928) Film. ...
- Once Upon a Time in the West (1968) Film. Action and adventure. ...
- Alien (1979) Film. Science fiction. ...
- Tokyo Story (1951) Film. Drama. ...
- Pulp Fiction (1994) Film. Drama. ...
- The Truman Show (1998) Film. Fantasy.
- The Matrix (1999) ...
- Groundhog Day (1993) ...
- The Big Lebowski (1998) ...
- Pulp Fiction (1994) ...
- The Princess Bride (1987) ...
- Snatch (2000) Image via Sony Pictures Releasing. ...
- Harry Potter (Franchise) Image via Warner Bros. ...
- Lord of the Rings (Franchise) Image via New Line Cinema.
"Everything Everywhere All at Once" has also been inspired by the aesthetic of Wong Kar-Wai's brilliant film In The Mood For Love.
What is the greatest movie ending of all time? ›- 8/10 The Notebook.
- 7/10 Eyes Wide Shut.
- 6/10 Fargo.
- 5/10 The Godfather.
- 4/10 Se7en.
- 3/10 Psycho.
- 2/10 Titanic.
- 1/10 The Shawshank Redemption.
- The Shawshank Redemption (1994) 9.2.
- The Godfather (1972) 9.2.
- The Dark Knight (2008) 9.0.
- The Godfather Part II (1974) 9.0.
- 12 Angry Men (1957) 9.0.
- Schindler's List (1993) 8.9.
- The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) 8.9.
- Pulp Fiction (1994) 8.8.
Avatar, directed by James Cameron, is the highest grossing movie of all time, having a lifetime gross of over $2.8 billion, according to Box Office Mojo by IMDbPro.
What is considered the funniest movie of all time? ›- National Lampoon's Animal House (1978) R | 109 min | Comedy. ...
- Caddyshack (1980) R | 98 min | Comedy, Sport. ...
- Blazing Saddles (1974) R | 93 min | Comedy, Western. ...
- The Blues Brothers (1980) ...
- National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) ...
- The Jerk (1979) ...
- Stripes (1981) ...
- Young Frankenstein (1974)
- The Great Gatsby by F. ...
- Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. ...
- Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie. ...
- Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie. ...
- Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. ...
- The Odyssey by Homer. ...
- To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. ...
- The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
The most read book in the world is the Bible. Writer James Chapman created a list of the most read books in the world based on the number of copies each book sold over the last 50 years. He found that the Bible far outsold any other book, with a whopping 3.9 billion copies sold over the last 50 years.
Which is the No 1 book in the world? ›
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| 1 | Da Vinci Code,The | Brown, Dan |
| 2 | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows | Rowling, J.K. |
| 3 | Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone | Rowling, J.K. |
| 4 | Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix | Rowling, J.K. |
The physics are off.
One of the main reasons CGI outshined techniques like stop-motion was movement. It got the physics right. Now, over 20 years later, Hollywood has lost the concept of realistic movement with CGI.
Jurassic Park
That main plot point is what makes the film so scientifically inaccurate. For scientists in real life to recreate dinosaurs from preserved DNA, you would need a whole genome to replicate—and scientists don't even have a small bit of dinosaur DNA, according to the BBC.
A person with a passionate interest in cinema is called a cinephile (/ˈsɪnɪfaɪl/), cinemaphile, filmophile, or, informally, a film buff (also movie buff).
Why are 70s movies so good? ›The scripts were better, the ideas more daring, the execution freer, and most of all, the connections to the real world of American life outside much stronger and deeper.
Why are Old movies so comforting? ›Films can also create nostalgia if you have special memories attached to certain titles. Perhaps you watched them as a child and re-watching them as an adult helps you reminisce about times gone by. A recent study discovered that nostalgia can manifest itself physically as warmth and comfort.
What are timeless classics? ›Timeless Classics are designed for the struggling reader and adapted to retain the integrity of the original classic. These classics will grab a student's attention from the first page. Included are eight pages of end-of-book activities to enhance the reading experience.
What is timeless classic? ›If you describe something as timeless, you mean that it is so good or beautiful that it cannot be affected by changes in society or fashion.
What are the 7 film eras? ›- Inception: The Silent Era. ...
- The Sound Era. ...
- The Golden Age of Cinema. ...
- The Blockbuster Era. ...
- Collaborate. ...
- The Independent Era. ...
- New Age Cinema.
- Eyes Wide Shut.
- Legends of the Fall.
- White Christmas.
- City Slickers.
- Five Came Back: The Reference Films.
- The Dirty Dozen.
- Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
- Deliverance.
What age is considered a classic? ›
Classic vehicles might range in age from 10 to 50+ years old, and the term "classic car" may include vintage, antique, and collector vehicles.
What qualifies a classic? ›A classic is an outstanding example of a particular style; something of lasting worth or with a timeless quality; of the first or highest quality, class, or rank – something that exemplifies its class. The word can be an adjective (a classic car) or a noun (a classic of English literature).
What makes a movie aesthetic? ›The aesthetic is the way a film's visual and aural features are used to create essentially non-narrative dimensions of the film, including the film's 'look'. Aesthetics can be understand to relate to the style, tone, look or mood of a film.
What is timeless Netflix? ›A historian, a soldier and a programmer embark on a time-hopping adventure in pursuit of shadowy criminals who aim to disrupt the temporal continuum.
What show has stayed on Netflix the longest? ›| 1. | Squid Game | 53 days |
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| 2. | The Queen's Gambit | 46 days |
| 3. | Stranger Things | 44 days |
| 4. | Bridgerton | 39 days |
| 5. | Money Heist | 37 days |
One of the main reasons is Netflix's shrinking library. As they've switched to focusing on "original" content — although eagle-eyed viewers will often notice these are already-aired foreign shows that have been acquired by or partnered with Netflix — the library of other content has decreased.
Do movies stay on Netflix forever? ›If a title has expired, you will need to renew it. Some titles may only be renewed a certain number of times. Titles that are no longer available on Netflix will expire when they leave the service, regardless of when they were downloaded.
What was the first color movie? ›FIRST MOVIE EVER MADE IN COLOR
The first commercially produced film in natural color was A Visit to the Seaside (1908). The eight-minute British short film used the Kinemacolor process to capture a series of shots of the Brighton Southern England seafront.
Roundhay Garden Scene is a short silent motion picture filmed by French inventor Louis Le Prince at Oakwood Grange in Roundhay, Leeds, in the north of England on 14 October 1888. It is believed to be the oldest surviving film.
What was the first silent movie ever made? ›The First Film
The oldest surviving silent film is known as the Roundhay Garden Scene. It was recorded on October 14, 1888, by inventor Louis Le Prince in Roundhay, Leeds, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.
What are the top 3 movies currently? ›
- #1. Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022) 93% 89% ...
- #2. Strange World (2022) 74% 40% ...
- #3. The Menu (2022) 89% 76% ...
- #4. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022) 84% 84% ...
- #5. Spirited (2022) 70% 81% ...
- #6. Bones and All (2022) ...
- #7. The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022) ...
- #8. The Wonder (2022)
Roundhay Garden Scene (1888)
It's a short film directed by French inventor Louis Le Prince. While it's just 2.11 seconds long, it is technically a movie. According to the Guinness Book of Records, it is the oldest surviving film in existence. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device.
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| 10 | 9.6 | Band of Brothers (2001) |
| 10 | 9.3 | The Shawshank Redemption (1994) |
| 10 | 9.2 | The Godfather (1972) |
| 10 | 9.1 | The Godfather: Part II (1974) |
- Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001) ...
- The Mitchells vs the Machines (2021) ...
- The Baby-Sitters Club (1995) ...
- Queen of Katwe (2016) ...
- The Goonies (1985) ...
- Adventures in Babysitting (1987) ...
- The Princess Diaries (2001) ...
- Freaky Friday (2003)
To date, Leave No Trace holds the site's record, with a rating of 100% and 251 positive reviews.
What is the top 5 biggest movies of all time? ›- Avatar (2009), $2.8 billion.
- Avengers: Endgame (2019), $2.7 billion.
- Titanic (1997), $2.2 billion.
- Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens (2015), $2.06 billion.
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018), $2.04 billion.
- Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021), $1.9 billion.
Over time, the truth is often muddled. But now you know, the first movie ever made was Eadweard Muybridge's The Horse in Motion. The works of Louis Le Prince, Thomas Edison, the Lumiere Brothers, and Georges Méliès were all important – but they weren't the first.
Do movies expire? ›Most negative and movie films have an expiration date. This is typically about two years after the month of manufacture, which is actually a “best if used by” date. The older the film, the more unpredictable it will be in terms of quality. Another crucial factor that determines the outcome is how film is stored.
What movies have 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes? ›| Film | Year | No. of reviews |
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| Bolero | 1984 | 23 |
| Jaws: The Revenge | 1987 | 41 |
| Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol | 1987 | 19 |
| Problem Child | 1990 | 29 |
1. The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
What movie should a 16 year old watch? ›
- Blind Side (2009)
- Forrest Gump (1994)
- Good Will Hunting (1997)
- Moneyball (2011)
- Saving Private Ryan (1998)
- The Giver (2014) This young adult dystopian book was amazing and so is the movie. ...
- Friday Night Lights (2004)
- Shawshank Redemption (1994)
What Age Is a Tween? The definition of 'tween' varies, with some using it describe children aged 10-14 years, some 8-12 years and others who use it only to describe girls… but I think the most accurate definition of a tween or 'tweenager' is any child, boy or girl, aged 9-13 years.
Is 8 a tween? ›Kids between 8 and 12 are called “tweens” because they are in between children and teenagers. It's very normal for kids this age to start to move from being very close to parents to wanting to be more independent. But they still need a lot of help from their parents. Kids this age go through big physical changes.