Top 10 Movies of All Time Review

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Jolie
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My Top 10 list of movies- I am very eclectic!

very picky about kids films, comedy fan, first in line on opening weekend, theater goer

Pros

various genres, something for everyone!

Cons

Some are long or disturbing, tough subject matter

AUG

2007

I thought it may be fun to try a different kind of review-- a listing of my top film choices. As you will see, it is a pretty eclectic mix-- like me. I like all different kinds of things: drama, horror, asian film, comedy, kids movies, etc. (Action isnt necessarily my thing). I guess the bottom line is I appreciate good acting and the exploration and discussion of tough subject matter.

Here's my all time list (at least the ones I can think of from the top of my head)

1. American History X- Another exceptional performance by one of my favorites- Edward Norton. It is such a sad story centered around hatred, self discovery and gangs. A must see in my book. But, be prepared. It's heavy!

2. Murder in the First- Kevin Bacon is exceptional in this movie about a man that was tormented in Alcatraz. Definitely tugged at the heart strings.

3. Misery- Horror- Kathy Bates makes you think twice about trust and stardom. Yet, another exceptional and demented performance.

4. Dead Man Walking-Susan Serandan and Sean Penn make you think hard about your views on the dealth penalty.

5. Finding Neverland-Kate Winslet and Johnny Depp tell a great story about creativity, love and finding comfort with oneself.

6. Little Miss Sunshine- My pick for comedy. Absolutely loved the cast of characters and laughed harder than I have in years!!! (see my review)

7. Terms of Endearment-An oldie but goodie. I cried as a kid. I cried as a teenager, and I cry even harder as a Mom. A wonderful story even if it is dated. Great cast too.

8. Princess Bride-I just recently saw this movie again and it reminded me what a magical fairytale this is for both parents and kids alike. Very well done! (remember the little boy from the Wonder Years? He is the kid in the movie! And, of course, my favorite Westley. He was my pretend boyfriend in high school!)

9. Finding Nemo- Ellen Degeneres as Dorey the forgetful fish-- Enough said. A great G rated movie. It is perhaps my favorite kids movie... and I see a lot of them.

10. It's really a tie.While I dont think all of the films are exceptional, I love them for their Asian influence and natural beauty. For example, The Last Samurai (with Tom Cruise), Anna and the King (with Jodie Foster & Chow Yun Fat) and Memoirs of a Geisha. Did I happen to mention that I LOVE Chow Yun Fat and Ken Watanabe?!

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critickid1012345 wrote on Jul 14, 2008 at 8:10PM

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I thought your list was ok, but I agreed with you on Finding Nemo, Finding Neverland, and Little Miss Sunshine.

elvisdo wrote on Jun 22, 2008 at 9:41AM

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American History X is an awesome and disturbing tale. Definitely not for the faint of heart.

LadyMagic wrote on May 12, 2008 at 11:55AM

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I haven't seen all of these. "Misery" was very well done. "Finding Neverland" is one of my top favorites. I love how all the proceeds went to the children's hospital in London. Great review, Jolie.

Kristy wrote on Sep 17, 2007 at 9:51PM

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Hi Jolie!
I must agree with Misery, Princess Bride and Little Miss sunshines as top choices! We actually picked up Misery the other day for $5 - can't wait to watch it again!
Kristy

jazzybean01 wrote on Sep 4, 2007 at 7:32PM

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I just recently rented The Princess Bride also and it was good as I remember it. I just love the beginning with the three "bad" guys. The script between them is so funny.

Nicole wrote on Aug 27, 2007 at 10:27AM

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Thanks, Jolie! I had a blast and it was time for a pic change. Nice review! I've seen a lot of these, but I've also missed a fair few. I'll definitely be adding some of them to my "to watch" list!

jlans31 wrote on Aug 23, 2007 at 9:19AM

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Great list! I didn't see Dead Man Walking so I would have to put in its place Forrest Gump. I like a lighter comedy now and then.

lestatlover665 wrote on Aug 22, 2007 at 12:54PM

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I love this list. And I totally agree. I would have included The Evening Star. Great Movie!

Mr----X wrote on Aug 22, 2007 at 1:41AM

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All hail Ken Watanabe and Chow Yun Fat!

MikeMaroon wrote on Aug 19, 2007 at 9:55PM

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Great list! I love movies...now I have to do my own Top 10 or 20..or 100!!

Buggheart wrote on Aug 17, 2007 at 11:23AM

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Great list! Two of my favorites are on your list as well (Finding Nemo and Misery).

Meredith wrote on Aug 17, 2007 at 7:51AM

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Nice list! Mine would have Little Miss Sunshine at #1. I love the feel good movies that cause perma-grin hours after you leave the theater.

LauraBelle wrote on Aug 16, 2007 at 6:15PM

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I made up my own list of top ten a few weeks ago, and I find my top ten keeps changing! although I did go back and forth on Terms of Endearment. When it came out I was 18 or 19, and I loved it then, but now as a mom, I understand and love it even more. I always refer to the part at the beginning while the baby is sleeping quietly in the crib, and Shirley MacLaine shakes and crib to start crying, then says that's better. I so understand that as a mom.

RudiXeno wrote on Aug 16, 2007 at 1:19PM

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Great idea Jolie. I think I might try my hand at a list. Did you list them in ascending or desending order?

Rudi

Magician wrote on Aug 16, 2007 at 12:59PM

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I enjoyed your list quite a bit. I would agree with most of your choices. I can't comment on Murder in the First or Misery, but I've seen the rest. I offer one correction. The movie with Jodie Foster is actually caled Anna and the King. The King and I is the musical by Rogers and Hammerstein that starred Yul Brenner and Deborah Kerr.

bkovacs wrote on Aug 16, 2007 at 12:23PM

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I didn't find "Little Miss Sunshine" as funny as everyone else did... I'd substitute "Sleeper" by Woody Allen there. And I'd find a place to slot in "Dances With Wolves," "Schindler's List" and "Terminator 2," but you have some excellent choices. I could go on and on... how about "The Birds," "Titanic," "Big" and "The Green Mile"? Hmmm... maybe I should do my own list!

--Bob