Top 10 Best Movies of All Time
The world of movies is a realm where imagination meets reality on the big screen, transporting us to different times, places, and emotional states. Who can forget the thrill of an epic action sequence, the tears shed during a heartfelt drama, or the laughter sparked by a brilliant comedy? So, what are the best movies of all time? That's where you come in. Vote for the choices you think deserve to be at the top of this list, just like thousands of others have already done.Maybe you're a fan of classic Hollywood, or perhaps indie films hold a special place in your heart. Regardless of your taste, your voice plays a crucial role in shaping this list.
I watched Forrest Gump when I was a kid. I used to watch this with my father, and now that I'm older, I still reference the movie from the "Run, Forrest! Run!" and the Bubba Gump Shrimp. I've seen this movie so many times it's honestly crazy. Just a couple of days ago, when I was with my dad in the car, I was ranting about how I loved potatoes, and he referenced Forrest Gump. I didn't hear exactly what he said, but I did hear him mention Forrest. We used to have the movie on DVD, but I don't quite know where it went. This movie is very nostalgic to me, and I loved it! Honestly, it's one of my favorite movies ever!
Best comic book movie ever made. Ledger was damn mesmerizing as the psychopathic Joker. Bale delivers a great Batman and the best Bruce Wayne. His Batman would've been the best if it had not been for the voice, although I enjoyed listening to it. It's just that I've never imagined Batman talking like that. Easily beats every comic book movie ever made, except maybe Batman 3, which is currently in the process of getting made. Just my humble opinion.
The finest acting performance by Heath Ledger and finesse executed by the highly esteemed director Christopher Nolan generated what I believe to be the greatest film of all time. If this one isn't, then Forrest Gump should be. This movie is full of so much more than just raw action. It has deep meaning, symbolism, and powerful dialogue pertaining to a story that endlessly keeps you on the edge of your seat and has you begging for more when all is over. Personally, I love the dialogue between Alfred and practically everyone he talks to because he is full of so much wisdom and insight, with an answer to everything. Also, the Joker's dark views on chaos and Batman's opposition to those views were very interesting as well. The whole plot of the movie goes far deeper than epic fights, gadgets, and stunts. This movie even teaches us all a lesson, but you have to watch the movie yourself to understand what that is.
Great acting, great story, great directing, great cinematography, memorable scenes, memorable lines. There is nothing to dislike about this movie unless you lack the patience to sit down and enjoy a movie.
When it comes to ranking things like sports, film, etc., I usually have personal bias and consider the opinions of others as well. Generally, the items that claim the top spot in these lists are very popular, iconic, influential, and beloved. They are widely acknowledged as the best, as is the case with Michael Jordan in basketball. In my view, The Godfather is the greatest movie ever. This film had a profound influence in many ways, completely changing people's perspectives on filmmaking. Additionally, it features numerous iconic lines that have become part of popular culture. There's a 90% chance you have heard someone say, "I'm gonna make him an offer he can't refuse." Moreover, almost everyone knows about this movie, and it is adored by both the general public and movie critics. The movie itself is simply amazing. It is directed by one of the greatest directors, Coppola, and boasts possibly the greatest cast, including Brando, Duvall, Pacino, and others. I don't want to delve too deeply into this argument; you can all watch the movie and form your own opinions. Remember, it's still just my personal opinion.
This movie is incredibly special to me. We can talk for hours about how incredible the storyline is, or how the chemistry between Red (Morgan Freeman) and Andy (Tim Robbins) develops from mistrust to real brotherhood. And the music? And all the secondary characters, from a hypocrite warden and his devilish captain to the disgusting Sisters gang and all the other inmates? Yes, all these things make this movie the best one ever made. But a lot of films have great casts, incredible music, and well-paced stories.
However, there is one important theme that makes this movie truly special. It's not just a movie about an innocent person who tries to escape prison. Not at all. It's not only a story about lasting friendship, perseverance, and intellect, but most importantly, it is about hope. When all things went against him, Andy Dufresne never lost one thing, and that was his hope. And if Andy Dufresne could go through the sewage pipe and come out clean, we all can have a little bit of hope too.
Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies.
The iconic plot twist (no spoilers) at the end of "Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back" is not the only reason why it is my favorite film ever. It is also very high on action, never fails to bore me, introduced "The Imperial March," and aged much better than its predecessor (which isn't bad, though, and is my 2nd favorite "Star Wars" film).
Best sci-fi movie out there! It has one of the most iconic scenes, lines, a clever script, a compelling plot, and a great deal of character interaction. The effects of this movie were fantastic for its time and it was insanely suspenseful. The ending wasn't as happy as everybody expected, but it certainly left a cliffhanger. The ending would just make you upset, making you want to say, "What about Han Solo?" Those were my thoughts when I first saw this movie, and I actually thought they'd never save Han again. Most of the scenes were improvised and later became iconic. Most of all, it had the most iconic spoiler in movie history, and this spoiler never leaked so easily at the time.
This is really when all the effort of the previous two movies (also great) paid off, and boy, did it pay off big time! This is when all character arcs reach their conclusion. Everything from the first two is developed even further, with many new rich things added to the universe. All the themes (friendship, support, overcoming obstacles, not giving in to selfish desires) are well portrayed and fantastic! The acting is all stunning, and despite the fact that it was 2003, the special effects are some of the best ever seen to this day! Almost every line is perfection! This movie truly deserves the top spot.
I have to vote for Pulp Fiction because it shows almost every element that I love to see in a movie. With no real main character, it gives the viewer an opportunity to connect more with all the characters and not only like one or two. The direction of Quentin Tarantino is just amazing. It is one of those movies where almost every scene is good, and it always has a significant meaning. My favorite scene has to be the burger scene when Jules starts off as a sympathetic guy, but when the guys get on his nerves, he just explodes with rage. Another one is when Vincent has to inject adrenaline into Mia Wallace's heart after she overdoses. That scene is funny and really shows one of Quentin Tarantino's best marks: black comedy. To sum it up, I love this movie, and it will always be my number one of all time.
I loved this movie to death. I've watched it at least 50 times, and it is truly awesome. I literally was smiling to death when Marty's dad finally stood up to Biff. Sure, Titanic was great. But I kind of wish Starman was on there in its place, it is an incredible science fiction romance, watch it before you die. Overall, this movie was amazing. It keeps your heart racing, and even after watching it so many times you're hooked to the epic ending. I fell in love with this movie.
This film is perfectly recorded. All the times of the film fit together without any mistakes. In any of the films, it is possible to emphasize that the imagination of the creator of the film is colossal and great. At that time, no one could have imagined that there would be flying skateboards and things like that (and that hasn't happened yet).
What's this talk of modern Star Wars movies being better than the old ones? Mind you all, they barely used CGI, and the people who worked on Star Wars made it as big as it has become. It also launched the careers of legends such as Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, and Carrie Fisher. Don't forget that the original trilogy's movies contained the most famous and recognizable soundtracks ever. The acting was better in the old movies, and I think people like the newer movies better mostly because others are criticizing the newer ones, and they prefer the action. I do appreciate the prequel trilogy and sequel trilogy, but think about all the factors. If you do consider all the factors, the older movies are better than the newer ones.
The best movie of the Marvel Cinematic Universe! No spoilers!
Everyone knows this movie has a lot of sad deaths, but let's not let that distract us from how great this movie is. It does get dark and twisted to the point where it surpasses DC. This is the story of Thanos, a villain who will kill anyone remorselessly if they even think about standing in his way of finding all six Infinity Stones and destroying half the universe. All the Avengers, along with other MCU heroes, team up as one to fight Thanos and his army. The ending is something that no one expects.
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Pretty good, but I just wanted to point out to the fans that the box office does not judge the quality of a movie. If the box office were really the determining factor, then movies like Transformers and Fast and Furious would be considered some of the best movies of all time, while Shawshank Redemption would be regarded as the worst movie ever. That logic is very stupid. Saying that Endgame is the best simply because it is the highest grossing movie ever is pretty dumb. Endgame is good, but it is nowhere near comparable to masterpieces like The Godfather, Shawshank Redemption, Citizen Kane, etc. In fact, it is just an average blockbuster that is executed well.
Not only does the year 1994 have three of the most liked movies on this list, but it also has the most popular animated movie as well! If you ask me, this movie is really, really good when you look at the basics, but not impressive personally... Then you look at Scar! He is the best classic Disney antagonist in my opinion. Scar alone makes The Lion King go from a movie in the standards of Disney during its best eras to the second-best Disney Renaissance film. Also, I like the songs quite a lot.
This movie is the best! I love the idea of it, and it's really cool to watch. The drama and stuff are great, plus the animations are amazing! You never feel bored watching this movie, and it has some valuable lessons behind it. It's a great movie. Who are your favorite characters? I like Mufasa, Kovu, Simba, Zazu, Timon and Pumbaa, and Kiara (I think that's how you spell it).
I can, without a doubt, say that this is the best movie I have ever seen. This movie is currently at #11, which is great, but I have seen all the 10 movies above, and I love them as well. Don't get me wrong, but this movie does every aspect to perfection.
The story is impeccable, and every time I see it, I notice something I hadn't before. Another piece of the complex puzzle falls into place. The acting is superb. There isn't a single performance that isn't perfect. I challenge anyone to find a movie that has a better overall collective cast effort.
The special effects are unreal. The scenes with Arthur in the hotel are some of the best technical achievements in movie history. The action is fantastic, and you are on the edge of your seat throughout.
And last, but certainly not least, the musical score is one of, if not the best movie soundtrack that I have ever heard. I listen to different movie scores occasionally while working, and Hans Zimmer is definitely my favorite film composer. "Time" is truly chilling, passionate, and fits phenomenally within the movie. The rest of the musical accompaniment meshes together perfectly as well.
I am not trying to take anything away from the current top 10 on this site, but you cannot legitimately tell me that any of those movies are as complete a movie (in all aspects overall) as Inception is.
Titanic is a masterpiece and my favorite film of all time.
The story is predictable, yes, but 1: It's Titanic, we all know what's going to happen. 2: I am invested in every scene, and I never feel bored when I watch.
The characters are so memorable and likable, especially Jack Dawson.
The special effects are unbelievable. The fact that they built a full-scale recreation of the Titanic, tilted the sets, and put in all that water is incredible.
The sinking scenes are intense and some of my favorite scenes in cinematic history.
This movie gets way more hate than it deserves. It is an incredible film and my favorite film of all time.
A landmark in filmmaking, especially in special effects, the likes of which probably hadn't been seen since the original Star Wars.
I really think this is one of the best movies ever made, just like Titanic or Avatar, a true masterpiece. It doesn't only show the greatness of nature but also the strong bond between animals. We are just like them, maybe from other species, but we have a connection with all animals. God made that. Jurassic Park is so pure and emotional; it makes us believe the world was so beautiful back then, way better than now. It gives us hope that no matter what happens to the Earth, nature will find a way to save itself.
Best Star Wars Movie! I don't get why so many people hate the prequels. It shows Anakin's story before Darth Vader, and Anakin is the reason that 4, 5, and 6 happened. The Obi-Wan Anakin fight was done so well. No other Star Wars fight is even close to being as good as this one. And so many people think that Hayden Christensen was a bad actor, but I think he did a great job. He played Anakin the way Anakin is supposed to be played: dramatic, angry, etc. Luke is a great Jedi and all, but I like Anakin's story more than Luke's. "You were the chosen one!" Even if Anakin is creepy sometimes, haha.
The first Terminator was alright and passable. The third one was totally awful, but Terminator 2 really knocks it out. Arnold gives a great action performance. It's one of the greatest action movies of all time and deserves to be in the top 50. It's not right to have the best Terminator down this far! It won 3 Academy Awards for its groundbreaking effects, which are so much better than the first one. James Cameron is a director who prides himself on making fantastic movies, and this is his best piece of work!
Probably the most memorable World War II movie ever made. It might not be based on a true story or real people, but the events they become part of are. These events are depicted in a way that is so cinematic and so well-acted that they have been imitated in almost every World War II movie since.
First off, I don't think Endgame deserves to be #17. Most of the Marvel movies are of top 50-100 caliber, but not top 20. Sure, they gross the highest, have high ratings, cost lots of money to film, and have great actors. Don't get me wrong, I love the MCU, but there are simply other films that aren't as big and epic, yet better than movies like Avengers. Films like Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, and Forrest Gump are much better in my opinion. Sure, Endgame has high ratings on Rotten Tomatoes, popcorn, IMDb, etc. However, ratings don't really prove how good a movie is. You have to watch a movie to actually see how good it is. In fact, I didn't even make this comment to talk about how I love Saving Private Ryan, which I do. I made this just to clear up any misunderstandings anyone has had about these things. Some people like these things, and others like other things; that will never change.
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Oh my gosh, I watched this film for the first time last week after wanting to watch it for ages. It was so good, and even better than I had anticipated! I was hooked from start to finish despite it being a bit long, and the characters were engaging even if they weren't the best people. The acting was really good, and it's definitely a new favourite. I can't wait to watch it again.
Atmospheric, enchanting, and inspiring in a darker sense than most can imagine until watching this movie. It's brutal and manly as hell (literally). While some find it confusing and at times boring, the ending twist is more than enough to make almost everyone I know go, "Wait, what happened? We should watch this again sometime."
I've watched it many times, and you can bet I will watch it many more times. Having a bad day? Watch this movie. It won't brighten it up, just make you feel really badass for enduring such a day. It makes you feel like the scum of the earth, and that sensation alone is one of the best things I've ever experienced. It's a good reason to watch this movie any day of the week.
Note: My parents found it boring, but they aren't very bright nor interested in the many different aspects of the mind. So if you, like many others, do not enjoy the beginning, keep watching. It will all make sense in the end. And if it does not, learning a bit about the mind just to get the "woah" effect might just be worth it.
This film is incredible, mostly because it transcends its label of being a "film", which is a feat that only a few pictures have ever achieved. It is an experience. Kubrick's vision propelled decades beyond 1968, offering us the chance to contemplate our existence, the advancement of technology, and why we are here. The stunning visuals hold up wonderfully even to this day, and the orchestral contribution can take you from awe and beauty to fear of the unknown in minutes. A truly glorious and atmospheric depiction of what lies beyond.
It had a great cast of actors, no doubt. The film launched the biggest trilogy of all time. The Godfather and Part II were the greatest movies of all time, but Part I wrecked it. Some are calling it the best movie of all time, and it's so much better than the Return of the King. A perfect introduction into Tolkien's world of Middle Earth and what happens. Ian McKellen is legendary in his role; he delivers an amazing performance in this epic and possibly the most legendary fantasy of all time!
The most amazing journey and quite possibly the greatest movie of all time if you really think about it! The greatest fantasy of all time, nominated for 14 Oscars and won 4. Any website would definitely put this in their top 20 movies, I don't understand why it is so damn low!?
Great epic story. Memorable, quotable, relatable. You can really see yourself falling into what the main character falls into in this movie. Well-acted and just a great movie.
The Godfather is what Hollywood's phony mafia looks like, and Goodfellas is what the real mafia looks like. It is the most accurate mob movie of all time (Casino is 2nd). It was such an accurate portrayal, and even if you listen to interviews with people like Henry Hill and Michael Franzese, and others familiar with the story, they'll tell you just how accurate it really is. Joe Pesci won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, and he absolutely deserved it. Ray Liotta was fantastic, as was Paul Sorvino. De Niro was better in Casino, but solid in Goodfellas as well (he's an absolute moron in real life, by the way. The man is a retard).
You may hate how all animation is CGI now, but it's remarkable in this era that a small company managed to create not only a great original story but also to transfer it to a medium that was almost unheard of. To the level it still can hold up almost 30 years later.
This movie changed animation forever and was revolutionary for its time. In my opinion, animation would not be where it is today if this movie did not come out. Pixar as a whole, to be honest, changed the animation genre forever and is still the best animation company of all time in my opinion.
Superbly written storylines and amazing performances by the principal actors, including Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, and Diane Keaton, are why Part II is considered a cinematic masterpiece. It's often called the best of the Godfather trilogy. Given its presence in hip-hop and general pop culture, kids will want to see this film. However, due to violent content, parents might want to think twice before allowing them to do so.
The film has the unmistakable air of a saga as it moves back and forth through time. It juxtaposes Michael's emotional struggle with becoming a don with that of his father's seemingly effortless rise to power. In doing so, Francis Ford Coppola is able to maintain an amazing balance of powerful, character-driven stories with the ruthless violence we expect from a gangster film.