My favorite movies of all time (2017 version)
I created my first list of this kind seven years ago. Since then, I have discovered many more movies. Instead of updating the old list, I decided to make a new one. The list from 2010 represents very well who I was and what I liked back then and this list from 2017 emphasizes on my current identity and points of view since movies are a big part of my life. Please leave a comment and share your favorite movies with me!
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- DirectorKim Jee-woonStarsLim Soo-jungYum Jung-ahKim Kap-suAfter being institutionalized in a mental hospital, Su-mi reunites with her sister, Su-yeon, and they return to live at their country home. But strange events plague the house, leading to surprising revelations and a shocking conclusion.A Tale of Two Sisters is my favorite movie of all times because everything is close to perfection here. The acting performances are skilled, diversified and credible. The locations are atmospheric, haunting and unique. The plot is detailed, intellectual and twisted. The movie's unexpected yet logical ending requests multiple viewings and gets me every single time. The film skillfully mixes dramatic coming-of-age elements and psychological horror influences.
- DirectorSergio LeoneStarsClint EastwoodEli WallachLee Van CleefA bounty hunting scam joins two men in an uneasy alliance against a third in a race to find a fortune in gold buried in a remote cemetery.The Good, the Bad and the Ugly is an epic western and adventure film that portrays the essence of the horrors of the American Civil War. The performances by the three lead actors are outstanding and complement one another perfectly. The impressive camera angles, beautiful locations and memorable soundtrack are only some factors that make this movie a timeless classic.
- DirectorPitofStarsGérard DepardieuGuillaume CanetInés SastreParis, 1830: Vidocq is killed by a mirror masked man. A thief turned investigator, he was working on a case of men killed by lightning. His biographer tries to solve the case.Vidocq is the most visually stunning movie ever created. Even sixteen years after its release, no other film has equaled this movie's vibe and visuals. In addition to this, the outstanding locations, the sinister story that mixes fantasy and reality and the intense soundtrack blend in perfectly.
- DirectorRonny YuStarsJet LiLi SunYong DongA biography of Chinese Martial Arts Master Huo Yuanjia, who is the founder and spiritual guru of the Jin Wu Sports Federation.Fearless isn't only a beautiful wu xia martial arts movie but spreads a philosophical message that tells us that diplomacy, fairness and feeling are a better option than confrontation, cheating and brutality. This still underrated genre film is beautifully crafted and perfectly acted. If the moving closing scene doesn't make you cry just a little bit, you might not have a heart.
- DirectorDavid LynchStarsSheryl LeeRay WiseMädchen AmickLaura Palmer's harrowing final days are chronicled one year after the murder of Teresa Banks, a resident of Twin Peaks' neighboring town.Twin Peaks - Fire Walk With Me is both prologue and epilogue to the first two seasons of the best television series ever created. I addition to this, the movie works very well on its own and is one of the most disturbing psychological horror movies ever created. Realism and fantasy meet in balanced parts and lead to an unforgettable experience. After receiving unjustified negative critics upon release, the movie finally gets the recognition it deserves nowadays.
- DirectorFritz LangStarsBrigitte HelmAlfred AbelGustav FröhlichIn a futuristic city sharply divided between the working class and the city planners, the son of the city's mastermind falls in love with a working-class prophet who predicts the coming of a savior to mediate their differences.Until today, the revolutionary Metropolis is one of the most epic science-fiction movies ever made. Society plays a much more important role than individual characters which makes this film much more compelling than any Star Trek or Star Wars movie. The class formation as well as the divergences between rich and poor in this movie are still relevant topics nowadays.
- DirectorIshirô HondaStarsTakashi ShimuraAkihiko HirataAkira TakaradaAfter a dinosaur-like beast - awoken from undersea hibernation by atom bomb testing - ravages Tokyo, a scientist must decide if his similarly dangerous weapon should be used to destroy it.This movie is more than just a horror or science-fiction movie. Inspired by the horrors of war, this film delivers a philosophical message of peace. The special effects are absolutely groundbreaking for its time and are still impressive today. Among the numerous Godzilla films, this is the very best by a mile and any cineast should have watched it once in his lifetime.
- DirectorSiu-Tung ChingStarsLeslie CheungJoey WangWu MaAfter a string of bad luck, a debt collector has no other choice than to spend the night in a haunted temple, where he encounters a ravishing female ghost and later battles to save her soul from the control of a wicked tree demon.A Chinese Ghost Story is a mysterious fantasy movie that mixes dream-like action sequences, a dramatic story and one of the most haunting love stories ever put on screen. In addition to this, the beautiful costumes and the compelling soundtrack go back to Ancient Chinese traditions and really represent the essence of this country's rich culture.
- DirectorMartin ScorseseStarsLeonardo DiCaprioEmily MortimerMark RuffaloTeddy Daniels and Chuck Aule, two US marshals, are sent to an asylum on a remote island in order to investigate the disappearance of a patient, where Teddy uncovers a shocking truth about the place.Shutter Island is one of the cleverest psychological thrillers ever made and convinces with a clever plot based upon the novel of the same name, breathtaking locations and incredibly strong acting performances.
- DirectorFrank MillerQuentin TarantinoRobert RodriguezStarsMickey RourkeClive OwenBruce WillisAn exploration of the dark and miserable Basin City and three of its residents, all of whom are caught up in violent corruption.Sin City is one of the most compelling movies ever created from an artistic point of view. It mixes comic elements and real-life sequences perfectly and easily beats any other comic adaptation. In addition to this, it manages to connect several story lines cleverly and has a truly dark atmosphere from start to finish.
- DirectorJim SharmanStarsTim CurrySusan SarandonBarry BostwickA newly-engaged couple have a breakdown in an isolated area and must seek shelter at the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-n-Furter.This quirky musical isn't only highly entertaining and includes one of the very best soundtracks ever made but also spreads message a revolutionary message of tolerance regarding different types of sexual identities.
- DirectorDavid LynchStarsBill PullmanPatricia ArquetteJohn RoseliusAnonymous videotapes presage a musician's murder conviction, and a gangster's girlfriend leads a mechanic astray.Lost Highway is one of the most challenging, surreal and twisted movie ever made and requests multiple viewings from its intellectual audience. Its gloomy and mysterious vibe in truly unique.
- DirectorRob ReinerStarsWil WheatonRiver PhoenixCorey FeldmanA writer recounts a childhood journey with his friends to find the body of a missing boy.This nostalgic coming-of-age drama discusses topics such as friendship, identity and trust with depth and is a delight for adults and children alike.
- DirectorPark Chan-wookStarsKim Min-heeHa Jung-wooCho Jin-woongA woman is hired as a handmaiden to a Japanese heiress, but secretly she is involved in a plot to defraud her.The Handmaiden is an intense erotic drama with outstanding and courageous actresses and a twisted story with many details. The romantic scenes are far away from sexual innuendo and are rather depicted in an artistic and poetic way.
- 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.My favorite animated film shows that it doesn't need long-winded dialogs to transmit an important message. This clever movie with a timeless ecological message should be watched by children and adults alike because both can learn something from this film.
- DirectorNa Hong-jinStarsJun KunimuraHwang Jung-minKwak Do-wonSoon after a stranger arrives in a little village, a mysterious sickness starts spreading. A policeman, drawn into the incident, is forced to solve the mystery in order to save his daughter.The Wailing is a creepy, gloomy and mysterious horror movie of epic proportions that you won't forget once you have watched it.
- DirectorKang Je-kyuStarsJang Dong-gunJoe OdagiriBingbing FanIn World War II-era Korea, rival runners, one Korean (Jang Dong-gun) and one Japanese (Joe Odagiri), go to war together against the Soviets.This is one of the most sinister yet most hopeful movies that can be considered both a war and an anti-war film.
- DirectorDavid ZuckerStarsLeslie NielsenPriscilla PresleyO.J. SimpsonIncompetent police Detective Frank Drebin must foil an attempt to assassinate Queen Elizabeth II.The Naked Gun, as well as its two sequels, is the most hilarious movie I have watched in my life. The slapstick jokes still get e every single time. This timeless classic is perfect family entertainment.
- DirectorFrancis Ford CoppolaStarsAl PacinoDiane KeatonAndy GarciaFollows Michael Corleone, now in his 60s, as he seeks to free his family from crime and find a suitable successor to his empire.The third part of the legendary organized crime epic has always been my favorite due to its philosophical approach.
- DirectorYeon Sang-hoStarsGong YooJung Yu-miMa Dong-seokWhile a zombie virus breaks out in South Korea, passengers struggle to survive on the train from Seoul to Busan.Last Train to Busan is easily the best zombie apocalypse movie ever released thanks to a gloomy atmosphere, profound characters and inspiring special effects.
- DirectorErik CanuelStarsMichel BeaudryPatrice BélangerPierre BoudreauTwo Canadian detectives, one from Ontario and the other from Quebec, must work together when a murdered victim is found on the Ontario-Quebec border.This movie still defines the contrasts and similarities of Anglo- and French-Canadians in a diversified, fast-paced and humorous way. The sequel is just as great.
- DirectorSergio LeoneStarsHenry FondaCharles BronsonClaudia CardinaleA mysterious stranger with a harmonica joins forces with a notorious desperado to protect a beautiful widow from a ruthless assassin working for the railroad.Sergio Leone's epic western convinces with a clever plot, wonderful landscapes and one of the most memorable soundtracks ever created.
- 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.The acting performances, precise dialogs and camera angles used in this movie are absolutely outstanding. This movie proves that one doesn't need a big budget, special effects or stunning settings to create a masterpiece in the history of filmmaking.
- DirectorJoe CarnahanStarsLiam NeesonDermot MulroneyFrank GrilloAfter their plane crashes in Alaska, six oil workers are led by a skilled huntsman to survival, but a pack of merciless wolves haunts their every step.This is the most intense survival movie I have ever watched as it keeps me on the edge of my seat from start to finish.
- DirectorBruce BeresfordStarsChi CaoBruce GreenwoodKyle MacLachlanIn Maoist China, a boy is taken from his family and trained to become a dancer, but everything he knows is challenged when he is chosen to attend a ballet summer school in Houston, Texas.This drama is still one of the most emotional movies I have ever watched and one of the most stunning surprises since I didn't expect much from that movie.
Other movies that I adore include:
26.) Life of Brian
27.) The Shining
28.) Inglorious Basterds
29.) The Interview
30.) Tae Guk Gi
31.) The Door
32.) Quick
33.) Gran Torino
34.) Mulholland Drive
35.) Une vie toute neuve
36.) I Saw the Devil
37.) Perfume
38.) The Prestige
39.) Casino Royale (James Bond 007)
40.) Mindhunters
41.) Marebito
42.) Old Boy (original version)
43.) Memories of Murder
44.) Ajeossi
45.) Save the Green Planet
46.) Happy Death Day
47.) Brotherhood of the Wolf
48.) Sympathy for Mister Vengeance
49.) The White Storm : Narcotic
50.) Insidious