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A selection of the most memorable, unique and delightful films of the last quarter century. These films captured the hearts and imagination of the audience, giving people new ideas for thinking about exciting and relevant topics. Each of the films is a separate masterpiece, which you can talk about endlessly, and you will want to review it again and again.
10 Green Mile (1999)
One of the most atmospheric and sincere films that tells about the kindness and vulnerability of one big man. A huge African-American man is taken to prison to await the death penalty there for the abuse and murder of two little girls. The man looks very scary, but soon the audience realizes that he is completely harmless. This person is kind and naive, like a child, he tries to help everyone in this world. A prison guard named Paul is filled with sympathy for this incredible prisoner, who, on top of everything else, also has supernatural powers that help heal people. A sad story about friendship, trust between people and the injustice of the world.
9. Fight Club (1999)
The film was based on the well-known book of the same name by American writer Chuck Palahniuk. The protagonist of the film is a typical office clerk, his life is gray and dull, he has nothing to dream about for a long time. One day the hero is overtaken by insomnia and he cannot sleep at all. Then the hero decides to go to the society of incurable people in order to communicate with them and understand that he, in fact, has no problems. Finding himself in a circle of sick people, the narrator feels in his place, he likes to be among people who are experiencing great grief. After that, the hero sleeps like a baby and wants to attend such events every day. Somehow fate brings the hero to Tyler, this meeting completely changes the narrator.
8. Lord of the Rings (2001-2003)
An exciting fantasy film trilogy about uniting different peoples to save their home from evil invaders. The plot revolves around four friends of the hobbit, one of whom falls into the hands of a magic ring that can give its owner great power. The ring must be destroyed in the place where it was created – this is the only way out and the path to freedom. A story about little hobbits who were not afraid to challenge dangerous forces. A film about friendship and helping each other of such peoples as humans, dwarves, elves and hobbits.
7. Schindler’s List (1993)
A cult historical film by Spielberg, which tells about the feat of one man who managed to save the lives of more than a thousand people. Schindler is a successful entrepreneur with a high position in Nazi society. He sees the oppressed Jewish people and wants to help the Jews escape from death. Using his position, cunning and ability to convince, Schindler organizes enterprises where he invites Jews to work. Thus, he manages to save the lives of many prisoners in fascist camps.
6. The Dark Knight (2008)
A film based on many comics. The main character is Batman, he tries to protect his hometown from the attacks of various criminals. Who Batman is, only a few people in the city know, since the hero wants to remain in the shadow of his glory. One day, the Joker appears in Gotham – a real psychopath who enjoys brutal murders. He does not need power or money, he is only interested in fun and entertainment. Batman has to stop a crazy bandit, but it turns out to be a difficult task.
5. Inglourious Basterds (2009)
The film is set during World War II. The Nazis search for the Jews and brutally kill them one by one. At this time, a group of Americans who have Jewish roots decide to unite in order to kill the Nazis by cutting their scalps. The group is called “Inglorious Basterds” and their fame grows with each new victim. Rumors about this gang reach Hitler himself and plunge him into horror and anger.
4. Interstellar (2014)
The film tells about the Earth, which is depleted of oxygen. In order to survive, people need to move to another planet. In search of a habitable planet, several astronauts embark on a long expedition across space. The film opens the viewer to the incredible beauty and frightening landscapes of other planets. From the plot of the film is breathtaking, the audience will be amazed by the unusual ending of the film.
3. The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
Andy, an ordinary family man and banker, in whose life everything was fine until the moment he was accused of killing his wife and her lover. The court sentenced Andy to two life terms, and the hero understands that he will never be free again. Andy is a kind person and has a great mind, he became a respected person in prison for being able to help anyone and being honest with everyone. One day, a seemingly impossible idea arises in Andy’s head, but the hero decides to go to the end, his strength of mind cannot be broken.
2. 1+1 (The Untouchables) (2011)
The film, based on real events, tells the viewer about the friendship of two completely different people. Philip is an aristocrat who became completely paralyzed due to an unsuccessful paragliding landing. He needs the constant care of others, but not every worker can endure his character, the thing is that Philip cannot stand self-pity coming from others. Driss is an unemployed and humorous young African American who takes a job with Philip. Suddenly, these two people become very attached to each other.
1. Matrix (1999)
An intricate film trilogy about how everything in the world is not what it seems. What is reality really? Thomas leads a double life: during the daytime he is an ordinary office worker, and at night he is a real hacker named Neo. He can get to any place in the network, however, soon the hero learns the monstrous truth: humanity has been captured. Artificial intelligence feeds on the human mind, and only Neo and his team are able to defeat evil.