LOL--I've got to get off this thread because I keep thinking of more films! I won't swear that this is the last time, but I just need to include "Gandhi" (all four or so hours of it!).
Look out! Now you have gone and done it...I was oviously not quick enough though, huh? InLove *grin*
I have to say that when I really think about it, the one movie that always comes to mind is "Gandhi." I will never ever forget the impression it made on me.
The other favorite would have to be "Forrest Gump!" Run Forrest Run!
To this day it hooks me in as soon as the feather floats to rest... But I have to tell you, so much of it is like seeing my own life on the screen. In fact the movie was made where I live. Family worked on (and in it!) before I even knew the full script. And then to see it on premier night and watch so many things that happened in Forrest's life - so much of a mirror to mine and my spouse' was just stunning....
Another relatively recent movie that I really liked was "As Good as it Gets." For once it is an honest to gods brilliant story. And character development...!
An ancient one that hits me where it counts: "The Shoes of a Fisherman," a classic all too frequently forgotten.
"Excalibur" is a must! (John Boorman, 1981) It was the first real attempt at much of the authentic Celtic tradition in a movie form. Though Camelot was wonderful, the "spirit content" of "Excalibur" is exceptional.
"Aliens" must be remembered as one of the all time greatest horror movies. It was not necessarily the greatest acting, but the execution and editing created one of the most intense films ever. It is a shame it was followed up with so many bad ones....
As for another well executed horror...Steven King's "The Shining" (1982?) with Jack...what can I say?
The LOTR series sreally well done and deserves a mention here. If you can get over Tolkien's "rolling through the hills" to delve into the endless layers....
An odd note? Best movie opening: (at least recently) "Phantom of the Opera." Damn shame the rest of the movie couldn't keep up with the chandelier.
Now if you want to see my "cheesy" underbelly, well then, "Batman" cinches that one. And I MEAN MICHAEL KEATON is the ONLY Batman - period.
Romance? Well that one is classic as well. Forget the romance, it was just a damn well made movie: "Sleepless in Seattle."
I saw someone else mention "Being There," definitely a winner! And I still roll for
Insp. Jacques Clouseau
"Blade Runner" is a masterpiece before it's time.
"Dr. Zhivago" and "Lawrence of Arabia" should both be paid due homage for showing the world what true epic film making is.
"Lion in Winter" is for the acting, STUNNING.
"To Kill a Mocking Bird" because it is one of those novels (one of the finest novels ever written) that if they didn't make the movie, the world would come to an end.
And believe it or not, I still have a soft spot in my heart for "Tootsie." Yeah, I know, I know...
How's that for a start? Alright, I will take a breath and crack the knuckles.
Bright Blessings all!
Rann
