10. Moonlight (2016)
Directed by Barry Jenkins
Starring Trevante Rhodes, André Holland, Janelle Monáe
An absolutely stunning film. Excellent storyline and superb acting. It handles a complex issue with empathy and understanding. Simply captivating and breathtaking. A masterpiece.
Directed by Barry Jenkins
Starring Trevante Rhodes, André Holland, Janelle Monáe
An absolutely stunning film. Excellent storyline and superb acting. It handles a complex issue with empathy and understanding. Simply captivating and breathtaking. A masterpiece.
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Directed by David Lean
Starring Peter O'Toole, Alec Guinness, Anthony Quinn
Rich characters and top-tier technical merits. Lean's direction is incredible-- there's not a single wasted scene. Breathtaking and powerful. The absolute definition of a masterpiece.
Directed by Billy Wilder
Starring Jack Lemmon, Shirley MacLaine, Fred MacMurray
So funny and creatively written. Such great character development and Lemmon turns in a sympathetic portrayal. He's both charming and witty, and his chemistry with MacLaine is undeniable.
Directed by Bong Joon-ho
Starring Song Kang-ho, Lee Sun-kyun, Cho Yeo-jeong, Choi Woo-shik
Cleverly and well-written with an absolutely shocking ending. The set is amazing, the acting is phenomenal, the direction is outstanding. It is a tour de force from beginning to end.
Directed by Francis Ford Coppola
Starring Al Pacino, Robert Duvall, Diane Keaton, Robert De Niro
You could argue it's better than the first one--but in my opinion it's not quite there. It's still stunning and utterly spectacular, with impeccable performances.
Directed by Jonathan Demme
Starring Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, Scott Glenn
Thrilling and insightful. It is a master of manipulation with its use of tone, composition, framing, lighting to create an atmosphere of anticipation. Hopkins's Lecter is eerily great
Directed by Michael Curtiz
Starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, Paul Henreid
A timeless classic that balances romance, intrigue, and political tension with effortless grace. The direction is elegant and restrained. It gets better with each rewatch--never showing its age.