PhatWill Posted May 18, 2005 Report Share Posted May 18, 2005 Nothing spectaculor here but mine are:1. Usual Suspects - Greatest twist of all time, Spacey is brilliant.2. Pulp Fiction - The coolest film ever made, Samuel L Jackson is brilliant.3. Go - Under-seen, under-rated, greatest film on the 'teenage' generation I've ever seen.4. American Beauty - Brilliant story with great character acting from the whole cast.5. LA Confidential - Crowe, Spacey, Basinger, DeVito and Pearce.6. Traffic - Great performance from Del Toro, very realistic tale of drug wars.7. Casino - Despite what everyone says, this is better than Goodfellas.8. There's Something About Mary - Just beats Meet the Parents which didn't have Cameron Diaz in it.9. Kill Bill Vol 1 - Because I've never had so much fun at the cinema.10. Fargo - The blackest of black comedies.Honourable mentions: 21 Grams, Eternal Sunshine..., Election, The Score, Memento, Swimming With Sharks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WillsbridgeRed Posted May 18, 2005 Report Share Posted May 18, 2005 1. Usual Suspects - As the pompey scum says, fantastic twist2. Enemy at the Gates - War sex and humour, good film3. Return of the Jedi - Great end to a great story, a film Star Wars geeks hate, but I love.4. Bourne Supremacy - Probably my favourate ending to a film, leaves you wanting more.5. Scream- The ultimate trend setter. I loved this when It came out, and still love it now.6. Bridge too Far - Brilliant epic, truely the best war film ever.7. Lord of the Rings - Return of the King. No words needed8. Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers. The stand off at Helms deep is fantastic9. American Pie 2 - Funniest Comedy EVER 10. Zulu - I love the smell of Imperialism in the morning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Batman Posted May 18, 2005 Report Share Posted May 18, 2005 1 - Terminator 2 = fantastic soundtrack and all action packed movie2 - Die Hard = Bruce Willis killing some Krauts, gravy3 - Return of the Jedi = my favourite of the Star Wars saga4 - The Shawshank Redemption = most under rated movie ever5 - A Bridge Too Far = legendary actors and based on true event6 - Pulp Fiction = great storyline, what was in the suitcase??7 - The Godfather = something about this film makes me love it8 - Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade = Legendary actors and funny storyline9 - Snatch = funniest movie of the 90's, and it's British10- Top Gun = typical guy movie, love fighter jets (not a fan of the gayness of it though)so many others to choose from though.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Posted May 18, 2005 Report Share Posted May 18, 2005 1. Shawshank Redemption - Fantastic story of triumphing over adversity. Apocalypse Now and American Beauty challenge it (especially the former) but just fall short, shocked it isnt in others top 10!2. Apocalypse Now - Without a shadow of a doubt would be one of my 'desert island films.' Outstanding - produces a phenomenal narrative accompanied by historical background whilst emcompassing the American 'cowboy' attitude toward the Vietnam war. Robert Duvall perhaps at his best. Greatest war film ever.3. American Beauty - Truly outstanding. Works on so many levels that the majority of people will be ignorant to its many subliminal implications. Sam Mendes does a superb job as director on his first outing in film since his transition from theatre.4. Usual Suspects - Its no coincidence that 2 of my top 5 feature Kevin Spacey. Spacey carries the film which gives us one of the best endings to any film of all time. Brian Singer (director) creates an errie 'film noir' atmosphere throughout and, along with Spacey, manages to convince the audience that such an audacious act of delusion could indeed occur.5. Wall Street - "Greed is good." Michael Douglas performance was never better in a great story of the innocent man (Charlie Sheen} corrupted by money.6. The Untouchables - Sean Connery is brilliant. Features one of the most parodied scenes of all time. Closely battles it out with number 9 for best gangster movie of all time.7. Gangs Of New York - Earns its right in the list because of a monumental performance by Daniel Day Lewis, perhaps the best performance by any actor ive seen.8. Jaws - Simply a great film. Spielberg manages to create a truly terrifying 'beast', although the most remarkable thing about the film is that the first time the viewer see's the shark is over an hour into the film. After release people were scared to go into Swimming pools, let alone the ocean!9. The Godfather (Part I) - Epitomises the word 'epic'. Brando is sensational and Pachino's decent from clean cut military man to gang land boss sets the scene for a fantastic trilogy of films.10. The Great Escape - All star cast for this much loved movie. It could be argued that the only reason it isnt higher is due to the amount of times ive seen it! Mentions for : The Thin Red Line, Platoon, Pulp Fiction and Toy Story (both landmarks in the film industry) and Die Hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rutland Red Posted May 18, 2005 Report Share Posted May 18, 2005 You've started something here, after a great deal of thought, here goes:1. Some Kind Of Wonderful - Brilliant feel good film in an 80's kind of way.2. Shawshank Redemption - Morgan Freeman and Tim Robins are both excellent.3. Schindler's List - Once seen, never forgotten.4. Seven - Very dark and a totally evil film, Morgan Freeman in the library give me goose pimples everytime what with the background music.5. The Big Lebowski - A masterpiece, but you have to watch it twice to appreciate it.6. True Romance - Tarantino wrote it. Christian Slater, Christopher Walken, Patricia Arquette, Dennis Hoppper, Brad Pitt, Gary Oldman, James Gandolfini, Val Kilmer, Samuel L. Jackson and Chris Penn. How many more stars do you want?7. Heat - Paccino v De Niro. Plus the best shoot out ever.8. Snatch - Alan Ford, scarey as hell. Plus Pitt is fantastic as a Pikey.9. Goodfellas - Funny? How? Am I here to amuse you? = Time to change trousers.10. Pulp Fiction - A masterpiece.Best films with a twist are: Arlington Road, No Escape and The Usual Suspects. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 10. Deer Hunter9. Empire Strikes Back8. Trainspotting7. Return of the Jedi6. Goodfellas5. Superman4. Godfather(s)3. Rocky 32. Rocky 2 (makes me want to clean up Bristol)1. The Hurricane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 1 - Pulp Fiction.2 - Shawshank Redemtion.3 - The Godfather4 - Casablanca5 - Brief Encounter6 - Angels with Dirty Faces.7 - Midnight Express.8 - Saving Private Ryan9 - Goldfinger10 - Thelma and Louise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxing Kangaroo Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 1). Scarface2). The Italian Job (the original not the rubbish American remake)3). Apocalypse Now4). Goodfella's5). Snatch6). The Usual Suspects7). The Empire Strikes Back8). Reservoir Dogs9). Heat10). Pulp Fiction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich-TWSC- Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 (In no particular order)i) Swingersii) This is Spinal Tapiii) Clerks.iv) Uncle Buck (hehehe)v) Fear & Loathing in Las Vegasvi) Ghostbustersvii) High Fidelityviii) Almost Famousix) The Royal Tenebaumsx) City of GodFilms I've really enjoyed in the last years or so01. Oldboy02. Napolean Dynamite03. Garden State04. Sideways05. The Cooler06. Wonderland07. The Ramones: End of the Century08. Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy09. National Treasure (hehehehe)10. Shattered Glass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milton Red Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 (In no particular order)The Empire Strikes BackPirates Of The Caribbean: Curse Of The Black PearlScarfaceThe Nightmare Before ChristmasThe Name Of The RoseFalling DownThe FugitiveLicence To KillJurassic ParkShaun Of The DeadThe Bourne Supremacy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewTN Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 Hmmm ok since I'm at work and bored....ScarfaceTrue RomanceReservoir DogsPulp FictionDog Day AfternoonSpinal TapGodfatherUsual SuspectsDirty HarrySevenBullettLock, Stock 2 Smokin BarrelsOops I went over 10. It's tough to narrow it to 10. So many classics I could add. Pacino, McQueen, Eastwood, DeNiro so many good movies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atticus Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 1. Goodfellas2. Evil Dead 23. Out For Justrice4. Saving Private Ryan5. Evil Dead6. Hard To Kill7. Jacobs Ladder8. Event Horizon9.Marked For Death10. Meet The Parents Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rutland Red Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 Correction to my last post:Best films with a twist should be No Way Out instead of No Escape.Also, some interesting films are popping up, Snatch seems to be the most popular British film. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS3_RED Posted May 20, 2005 Report Share Posted May 20, 2005 I would do a top ten but know i would keep changing my mind and editing it every five mins.So here are a couple Highlander.... For me the best film ever made. Great storyline, awsome soundtrack and most of all,,,,, it was original.Shawshank..... One of the most under-rated films of all time. Morgan Freeman is just quality.The usual suspects..... Top film, keeps you guessing right til the end.Seven..... What a great ending. I never saw it comimg.The great escape.... Feels me with pride every time i watch it.And something tells me, Episode 3 when i watch it later tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Team In Keynsham Posted May 20, 2005 Report Share Posted May 20, 2005 Picking 10 is a tough one, but in no particular order:Godfather Part 2Withnail and IEmpire Strikes BackShawshank RedemptionRosemary's BabyGoodfellasBridge Over The River KwaiSilence of the LambsResevoir DogsScarfaceOthers that would make it on another day: Lock Stock, Heat, Once Upon a time in America, This is Spinal Tap, Pulp Fiction, 2010, Goldfinger, Life is Beautiful.1) Its a rare new film that matches the above2) Its an near impossible task to pick 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bub The Zombie Posted May 22, 2005 Report Share Posted May 22, 2005 dawn of the deadday of the deadland of the dead ( coming soon )and empire strikes back.not forgeting Night of the living dead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukejones2 Posted May 22, 2005 Report Share Posted May 22, 2005 cant pick 10 so heres a couple not in the above which maybe should be mentioned?Planes, Trains & Automobiles.Rain man.Pretty WomanDirty DancingThe ShiningAbout A BoyThe KraysKickboxer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cider head Posted May 23, 2005 Report Share Posted May 23, 2005 1.krays2.the wanderers3.lock stock 2 smoking barrels4.football factory5.ID6.pulp fiction7.rocky 38.snatch9.american werewolf in london10.Trainspotting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deadratinmycider Posted May 23, 2005 Report Share Posted May 23, 2005 1. Casino2. American History X3. Blade4. Grudge5. Ring6. True Romance7. Twin Town8. Krays9. Along Came A Spider10. Seven Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wardie Posted May 23, 2005 Report Share Posted May 23, 2005 No particular orderUsual SuspectsPulp FictionDude Where's My Car Shawshank RedemptionShrekReturn of the jediShaun of the deadSevenEnemy at The GatesPirates of the CarribeanOthers that i like: Saving private ryan, bad boys, meet the parents, Goldfinger and Die Hard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osakasan Posted May 24, 2005 Report Share Posted May 24, 2005 I no particular orderMatrixDonnie DarkoDuelTronEnemy at the GatesSpirited AwayUnbreakableMementoEnter The DragonGhost Dog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob Posted May 24, 2005 Report Share Posted May 24, 2005 BS3_RED,May 20 2005, 10:38 AMShawshank..... One of the most under-rated films of all time. Morgan Freeman is just quality.How is it under rated regularly in the top film lists on tv/in film mags!Great film yes, but most certainly not under rated.My list. No order.Platoon.The Royal Tenenbaums.The Lost Boys.Goodfellas.Godfather 1 and 2.Boys don't Cry.Heat.Raging Bull.Probably loads more but cant think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evocare Posted May 25, 2005 Report Share Posted May 25, 2005 Very hard, i'll be leaving out many great films, but here goes..Top GunStar Wars Forest GumpDo teh Right ThingGood fellasDawn of teh dead (orignal)Empire Strikes backStand By MeLord of teh Rings (all of em)Stop or my mom will shootin no particualr order Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Batman Posted May 25, 2005 Report Share Posted May 25, 2005 BS3_RED,May 20 2005, 10:38 AMShawshank..... One of the most under-rated films of all time. Morgan Freeman is just quality.How is it under rated regularly in the top film lists on tv/in film mags!Great film yes, but most certainly not under rated.←its under rated as you can get it cheap in HMV (£6.99 i got it for on dvd) and it did bugger all when it came out back in the 90's, it only became well known well after it was released, and the critics at the time didn't rate it either. On the dvd i got, there is a documentary, and most of the critics said that it was just another prison movie. How how wrong they were.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhatWill Posted May 25, 2005 Author Report Share Posted May 25, 2005 its under rated as you can get it cheap in HMV (£6.99 i got it for on dvd) and it did bugger all when it came out back in the 90's, it only became well known well after it was released, and the critics at the time didn't rate it either. On the dvd i got, there is a documentary, and most of the critics said that it was just another prison movie. How how wrong they were....←I think the phrase you're searching for is 'cult classic'. Nevertheless I agree that it is not under-rated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Batman Posted May 26, 2005 Report Share Posted May 26, 2005 I think the phrase you're searching for is 'cult classic'. Nevertheless I agree that it is not under-rated.←oh i agree, its a legendary film, what i was getting at was that it was under rated when it first came out in the 90's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rutland Red Posted May 26, 2005 Report Share Posted May 26, 2005 oh i agree, its a legendary film, what i was getting at was that it was under rated when it first came out in the 90's.←When Channel 4 did the best hundred films ever made, Shawshank was number 3.They did state that on it's release the critics slated it. Then people started recommending it to their mates by word of mouth, they then told their mates etc. Thus totally ignoring what the papers said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claloudav Posted May 29, 2005 Report Share Posted May 29, 2005 I have a favourite 10 (in no particular order)Bourne Supremacy, Bourne Identity, Confidence, Man On Fire, Training Day, Mean MachinE, Seven, The Rainmaker, To Kill A Mockingbird & Matchstick Men. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MaloneFM Posted May 29, 2005 Report Share Posted May 29, 2005 Every christmas eve old Rog, Mrs Malone and Durden settle down to a tub of Pringles and a bucket of Pimms andIts A Wonderful LifeGod bless you Mr Kapra and Mr Stewart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Technociderhead Posted May 29, 2005 Report Share Posted May 29, 2005 Just back from revenge of Sith - quality. Easily the best out of the recent 3.However my top 10......SevenTrainspottingTrue RomancePulp FictionLost BoysFerris Bueller's Day Off MatrixQuest For the Holy GrailSliding Doors (More So For the idea)American Pie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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