Some movies just have that special something that makes them remain relevant over time, regardless of the changing trends and tastes of the audience. Such movies are often considered classics and have a lasting impact on the culture and the film industry. There is a good reason why these movies are among most people's favorites and loved so much that they compel us to rewatch them. Here are 10 such great movies that are among my favorites and made me rewatch at least more than once, along with a brief review of each one:
Gone with the Wind (1939)
A sweeping epic, Gone with the Wind is a romance that depicts the life of Scarlett O'Hara, a Southern belle who lives through the American Civil War and the Reconstruction era. The film showcases the stunning performances of Vivien Leigh and Clark Gable, and the spectacular production design and cinematography.
Rebecca (1940)
Rebecca is a 1940 film noir thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock, based on the novel by Daphne du Maurier. It is a gripping story of a young bride who is haunted by the shadow of her husband’s first wife, Rebecca, and the sinister housekeeper, Mrs. Danvers.
12 Angry Men (1957)
12 Angry Men is a film directed by Sidney Lumet, based on a teleplay by Reginald Rose. It is a gripping drama that depicts the deliberations of a jury of 12 men who must decide the fate of a teenager accused of murder.
The Sound of Music (1965)
A musical drama, The Sound of Music is based on the memoir of Maria von Trapp, a nun who becomes the governess of the seven children of a widowed naval officer in Austria. The film showcases the beautiful scenery of the Alps and features classic songs by Rodgers and Hammerstein.
The Graduate (1967)
A groundbreaking comedy, The Graduate is a coming-of-age story that follows the exploits of Benjamin Braddock, a recent college graduate who is seduced by an older woman, Mrs. Robinson, and falls in love with her daughter, Elaine. The film features the memorable songs by Simon and Garfunkel and the iconic ending scene.
Anne of Green Gables (1985)
Anne of Green Gables is a 1985 Canadian TV film based on the classic novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery. It is a heartwarming story of an orphan girl who finds a new home and family on Prince Edward Island and charms everyone with her imagination and spirit
Wuthering Heights (1992)
Wuthering Heights is a faithful adaptation of Emily Brontë’s novel, starring Ralph Fiennes and Juliette Binoche as the doomed lovers Heathcliff and Cathy. The film is a dark and passionate tale of obsession, revenge, and tragedy, set in the bleak moors of England.
Schindler's List (1993)
Schindler’s List is an epic historical drama film directed by Steven Spielberg, based on the novel by Thomas Keneally. It is a powerful and moving story of how Oskar Schindler, a German industrialist, saved over a thousand Jews from the Holocaust by employing them in his factory during World War II.
The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
Based on a novella by Stephen King, The Shawshank Redemption is a prison drama that follows the friendship between two inmates, Andy Dufresne and Ellis "Red" Redding. The film depicts the harsh realities of life behind bars, but also the hope and resilience of the human spirit.
Les Miserables (1998)
Les Miserables is a film adaptation of Victor Hugo’s classic novel, directed by Bille August. It stars Liam Neeson, Geoffrey Rush, Uma Thurman, and Claire Danes as the main characters who struggle for justice, redemption, and love in 19th-century France which was full of turmoil.
What are your top favorite movies? How many times have you re-watched them? Let me know in the comments below.
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