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This is the founder of Obscure Studios and (currently) its top
screenwriter and director. Here are my top ten favorite films of all
time. Can I get a drum roll, please?
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10. Forrest Gump
An amazing human story that encapsulates the social and political movements of a generation, all told through an innocent, yet insightful narrator.
9. Ocean's 11
The remake with George Clooney and friends is quick, witty, smart, and an overall exciting heist film.
8. Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country
A sci-fi parable of the fall of the Soviet Union, with as much political intrigue and suspense as you can handle.
7. Throw Momma from the Train
Funny, suspenseful, and downright weird, this is a must see for any writer.
6. The Bridge on the River Kwai
A gripping tale of prisoners of war in Southeast Asia during WWII.
5. Double Indemnity
This dark thriller delivers a rollercoaster ride of excitement and surprising twists. The greatest of the film noir genre.
4. Monty Python and the Holy Grail
It's ridiculous, it's off-the-wall, and the ending is, shall we say...abrupt. But, you can't help but love this film. Superior quotability.
3. The Great Dictator
A stunning political statement, as well as a funny and heartfelt film. Chaplin's greatest achievement.
2. Good Night and Good Luck
An artistic and thought-provoking drama of one reporter's legendary struggle with the infamous Senator McCarthy.
1. Casablanca
The best film of all time. It's got everything: action, suspense, romance, intrigue. The best of the best, hands-down.
HONORABLE MENTION:
The Gold Rush
The Maltese Falcon
On the Waterfront
Duck Soup
Star Wars (A New Hope)
The Dark Knight
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Spaceballs
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There you have it, my personal top ten. Subject to change, of course. Now, we'd like to know your top ten. Drop us a line!
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10. Forrest Gump
An amazing human story that encapsulates the social and political movements of a generation, all told through an innocent, yet insightful narrator.
9. Ocean's 11
The remake with George Clooney and friends is quick, witty, smart, and an overall exciting heist film.
8. Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country
A sci-fi parable of the fall of the Soviet Union, with as much political intrigue and suspense as you can handle.
7. Throw Momma from the Train
Funny, suspenseful, and downright weird, this is a must see for any writer.
6. The Bridge on the River Kwai
A gripping tale of prisoners of war in Southeast Asia during WWII.
5. Double Indemnity
This dark thriller delivers a rollercoaster ride of excitement and surprising twists. The greatest of the film noir genre.
4. Monty Python and the Holy Grail
It's ridiculous, it's off-the-wall, and the ending is, shall we say...abrupt. But, you can't help but love this film. Superior quotability.
3. The Great Dictator
A stunning political statement, as well as a funny and heartfelt film. Chaplin's greatest achievement.
2. Good Night and Good Luck
An artistic and thought-provoking drama of one reporter's legendary struggle with the infamous Senator McCarthy.
1. Casablanca
The best film of all time. It's got everything: action, suspense, romance, intrigue. The best of the best, hands-down.
HONORABLE MENTION:
The Gold Rush
The Maltese Falcon
On the Waterfront
Duck Soup
Star Wars (A New Hope)
The Dark Knight
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Spaceballs
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There you have it, my personal top ten. Subject to change, of course. Now, we'd like to know your top ten. Drop us a line!
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Danika
09:11 PM on February 07, 2009
All of the Shrek movies
Fireproof
Cinderella 1 & 2
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Fireproof
Cinderella 1 & 2
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Ruthie
09:14 PM on February 07, 2009
Transformers
Pirates of the Caribean
Eagle Eye
Bed time stories
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Pirates of the Caribean
Eagle Eye
Bed time stories
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I am not a frequent movie-watcher, so I do not apologize for my movie tastes. Here is a short list of some movies that I have enjoyed in the past and why, in no particular order. ** indicates my top pick. * indicates a close second.
**What Dreams May Come - This film probes the depth of what it means to be here. My favorite film!
*Pan's Labyrinth - A macabre fairy-tale that takes place during the Spanish civil war. I'm a sucker for good fairy-tales, and this one breaks the norm.
Time Machine - An extraordinary scifi adventure.
*Monty Python & The Holy Grail - This has touched all of us, usually in unspeakable ways in inappropriate places.
Young Frankenstein - I cannot say how much my opinion of hayrides has changed...
Army of Darkness - This movie is stupid and cheesy. So stupid and cheesy that you can't help but absolutely love it-- and hate it.
Sweeney Todd - What's more insane than a crazy singing barber!
Alien - This is the one that began it all. Go Sigourney Weaver!
*Mars Attacks! - This is perhaps one of the best comedies I've ever had the pleasure to snort milk to.
Wizard of Oz - I can't ignore the classics, and this is such a beautiful story (although I particularly like the Wicked point of view)
Bicentennial Man - What can I say, I'm a sucker for Robin Williams serious films alright?
Gattaca - The future of our civilization.
**What Dreams May Come - This film probes the depth of what it means to be here. My favorite film!
*Pan's Labyrinth - A macabre fairy-tale that takes place during the Spanish civil war. I'm a sucker for good fairy-tales, and this one breaks the norm.
Time Machine - An extraordinary scifi adventure.
*Monty Python & The Holy Grail - This has touched all of us, usually in unspeakable ways in inappropriate places.
Young Frankenstein - I cannot say how much my opinion of hayrides has changed...
Army of Darkness - This movie is stupid and cheesy. So stupid and cheesy that you can't help but absolutely love it-- and hate it.
Sweeney Todd - What's more insane than a crazy singing barber!
Alien - This is the one that began it all. Go Sigourney Weaver!
*Mars Attacks! - This is perhaps one of the best comedies I've ever had the pleasure to snort milk to.
Wizard of Oz - I can't ignore the classics, and this is such a beautiful story (although I particularly like the Wicked point of view)
Bicentennial Man - What can I say, I'm a sucker for Robin Williams serious films alright?
Gattaca - The future of our civilization.
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