Top 21 Movies That I Have Experienced in my life to date
My father took me to see Lawrence of Arabia when I was only 8-years old, and it changed my life for the last 50 years. I love movies, and I generally watch a movie as it was made to be experienced. So this list is made up of what I have personally watched and enjoyed. It was hard to make up with so many fantastic films.
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- DirectorDavid LeanStarsPeter O'TooleAlec GuinnessAnthony QuinnThe story of T.E. Lawrence, the English officer who successfully united and led the diverse, often warring, Arab tribes during World War I in order to fight the Turks.World War I as seen and experienced by a British Officer. Great actors abound in this epic film. Be prepared to sit for a long time, unless you love epic films like I do. This is a must watch.
- StarsRobert PowellOlivia HusseyLaurence OlivierBeginning before the Nativity and extending through the Crucifixion and Resurrection, this mini-series brings to life all of the sweeping drama in the life of Jesus, as told by the Gospels.The story follows the life and death of Christ. This is a very well made film with countless actors that you will recognize and enjoy their performances. I always watch this film at least twice a year for the last 8 years. Great story that lives on within all of us.
- DirectorGeorge Roy HillStarsPaul NewmanRobert RedfordKatharine RossIn 1890s Wyoming, Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid lead a band of outlaws. When a train robbery goes wrong, they find themselves on the run with a posse hard on their heels. After considering their options, they escape to South America.This story covers the life and times of two of our most lovable western cowboys/outlaws. Paul Newman and Robert Redford give stellar performances in this most watched western movie. Great musical numbers, and side splitting dialogue. I saw this in the theater 7 times in one week when it first opened.
- DirectorAndrew StantonStarsBen BurttElissa KnightJeff GarlinIn the distant future, a small waste-collecting robot inadvertently embarks on a space journey that will ultimately decide the fate of mankind.Two opposites attract and fall in love. Oops, I almost forgot to say that they are robots. This story is so well put together that you forget that it is not real but computer generated. This movie set new standards for CGI films of the future. I love it!
- DirectorPeter JacksonStarsElijah WoodIan McKellenOrlando BloomA meek Hobbit from the Shire and eight companions set out on a journey to destroy the powerful One Ring and save Middle-earth from the Dark Lord Sauron.Peter Jackson created a master piece with this famous J.R.R. Tolkien trilogy. This movie will be watched for decades to come. It is the classic good vs evil with a twist that only Tolkien could write and Jackson create for future generations.
- DirectorKirk JonesStarsIan BannenDavid KellyFionnula FlanaganWhen a lottery winner dies of shock, his fellow townsfolk attempt to claim the money.Winning the Lottery is not what you think. This is a sleeper movie that leaves you feeling refreshed by the end. Great story and well acted, not to mention hilarious at times. You will not regret ever watching this movie.
- DirectorRichard CurtisStarsHugh GrantMartine McCutcheonLiam NeesonFollows the lives of eight very different couples in dealing with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London, England.Best love story(s) ever filmed all at once. This movie builds up until the end when it bursts forth and really delivers that knock out punch. I own 2 copies so I can always watch it when I need to feel good. Some nudity and adult situations that makes this an "R" rated film, but doesn't distract from the real life situations that are filmed.
- DirectorPeter ChelsomStarsJohn CusackKate BeckinsaleJeremy PivenA couple search for each other years after the night they first met, fell in love, and separated, convinced that one day they'd end up together.Love that has to survive not only time but distance. Exceptionally filmed with music that helps us follow John Cusack on his mortal search for the love of his life. I also own 2 copies of this for the same reason. It has finally made it into my top ten because as you get older you need to know that love still is one of the most powerful emotions that you can ever experience.
- StarsScott GrimesDamian LewisRon LivingstonThe story of Easy Company of the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division and their mission in World War II Europe, from Operation Overlord to V-J Day.I was shocked when I watched this film for the first time. It is a must watch film for everyone. What they gave up for us can never be forgotten. I highly recommend this film for all High School students as it brings World War II right into our living rooms. This film is so well done, and the interviews that are included withing each episode brings it home to each of us as we watch it.
- DirectorGeorge CukorStarsCary GrantKatharine HepburnJames StewartWhen a rich woman's ex-husband and a tabloid-type reporter turn up just before her planned remarriage, she begins to learn the truth about herself.Cary Grant, Katherine Hepburn, and Jimmy Stewart. 3 legendary actors that give a unforgettable performance that you will never forget. Cary Grant delivers numerous one liners that will make you laugh throughout this romantic film. Once you watch it, you will fall in love with it.
- DirectorMel BrooksStarsGene WilderMadeline KahnMarty FeldmanAn American grandson of the infamous scientist, struggling to prove that his grandfather was not as insane as people believe, is invited to Transylvania, where he discovers the process that reanimates a dead body.Comical remake of a classic horror film. Who says the grandson has to follow his grandfather's footsteps? Well the dead grandfather says so. Too many great one liners to mention in this small space. Mel Brooks created a great classic comedy for years to come. Gene Wilder, Marty Feldman, Cloris Leachman, Peter Boyle and Teri Garr all provide the clever punch lines that make this movie so enjoyable to watch.
- DirectorSidney LumetStarsHenry FondaLee J. CobbMartin BalsamThe jury in a New York City murder trial is frustrated by a single member whose skeptical caution forces them to more carefully consider the evidence before jumping to a hasty verdict.You hope that you never have to be on a jury like Henry Fonda is in this classic drama. His cool manner and journey to seek out the truth makes this a monumental film.
- DirectorPeter JacksonStarsNaomi WattsJack BlackAdrien BrodyA greedy film producer assembles a team of moviemakers and sets out for the infamous Skull Island, where they find more than just cannibalistic natives.Who hasn't watched any of the King Kong movies at one time or other in your lifetime. The original had its moments, and the remake in the 70's also had a few great instances that you would not forget. But, this remake by Peter Jackson, what can I say but it will be another classic for years to come. Well done Mr. Jackson!
- DirectorIain SoftleyStarsKevin SpaceyJeff BridgesMary McCormackPROT is a patient at a mental hospital who claims to be from a faraway planet named K-PAX. His psychiatrist tries to help him, only to begin to doubt his own explanations.I know, I know, how can this be in my top twenty? Well Kevin Spacey acts so convincing in this movie, that you almost believe that he is from another world. If you can sit still for 2 hours, you will enjoy this film.
- DirectorBryan SingerStarsKevin SpaceyGabriel ByrneChazz PalminteriThe sole survivor of a pier shoot-out tells the story of how a notorious criminal influenced the events that began with five criminals meeting in a seemingly random police lineup.Another great Kevin Spacey movie. Put a bunch of lowly, cursing, thieves together and what do you get? A fantastic journey that keeps you amazed at who done it? Sorry this is not for everyone, but if you like mysteries or dramas, you will enjoy this one.
- DirectorAlfred HitchcockStarsCary GrantEva Marie SaintJames MasonA New York City advertising executive goes on the run after being mistaken for a government agent by a group of foreign spies, and falls for a woman whose loyalties he begins to doubt.A great Alfred Hitchcock film that if you haven't ever experienced one of his films, this will move you. Hitchcock was noted for using his music to help dramatize what is happening at that point in his films. Subtle but ever so entrancing.
- DirectorAlfred HitchcockStarsJames StewartGrace KellyWendell CoreyA wheelchair-bound photographer spies on his neighbors from his Greenwich Village courtyard apartment window and, despite the skepticism of his fashion-model girlfriend, becomes convinced one of them has committed murder.My wife and I enjoy watching this film every year, and we have been married for 26 years and this is one of the first films that we have ever watched. Classic Jimmy Stewart, with Raymond Burr (Perry Mason fame) as the bad guy. Grace Kelly adds so much style to this classic thriller, you do not mind that it is over 50 years old!
- DirectorMartin BrestStarsBrad PittAnthony HopkinsClaire ForlaniDeath, who takes the form of a young man killed in an accident, asks a media mogul to act as his guide to teach him about life on Earth and, in the process, he falls in love with the mogul's daughter.Anthony Hopkins and Brad Pitt make this movie so entrancing to me. I am not morbid, but when Death takes a holiday and uses you to taste what life is about, well I cannot get enough of this film.
- DirectorVincent WardStarsRobin WilliamsCuba Gooding Jr.Annabella SciorraChris Nielsen dies in an accident, and enters Heaven. But when he discovers that his beloved wife Annie has killed herself out of grief over the loss, he embarks on an afterlife adventure to reunite with her.Robin Williams is spectacular in this heart wrenching movie. Having lost 2 children myself, I can relate with his feelings. This is a "heavy" movie, but it is a love story that goes behind any films that I have ever seen.
- DirectorGeorge LucasStarsMark HamillHarrison FordCarrie FisherLuke Skywalker joins forces with a Jedi Knight, a cocky pilot, a Wookiee and two droids to save the galaxy from the Empire's world-destroying battle station, while also attempting to rescue Princess Leia from the mysterious Darth Vader.My list would not be complete without this immortal film. Nothing to explain, it is one of my most watched films ever. I saw it 16 times when it first came out, I sat in the theater non-stop for 5 performances back to back. Nothing like it in 1977.
- DirectorJames CameronStarsSam WorthingtonZoe SaldanaSigourney WeaverA paraplegic Marine dispatched to the moon Pandora on a unique mission becomes torn between following his orders and protecting the world he feels is his home.Where should I start? Hollywood has made such an engrossing, mesmerizing, visually stunning beautiful movie as never before. I have to move this movie up in my list as it will always be in my top 5 for the next several years (until something more interesting comes out).