There are two types of people in the world when it comes to movies. Those who feel that watching a movie again is a waste of time and then people like Guy and I who feel a certain joy when bringing out a familiar old classic. It's safe, its reliable, you're never disappointed. For certain films I enjoy them more and more with each watch, always picking up on some extra detail or marveling at some amazing acting.
Sure there might have been that fantastic twist that shocked the hell out of you the first time, but if the movie is up to scratch then there's enough to focus on so that the twists become irrelevant to your enjoyment.
Anyway - I started this blog as a top 10 list but then thought why not just put all of the ones I could think of. The films below I try to watch every couple of years at least - always saved for a special occasion which for me is usually a Friday or Saturday night with the Tele to myself and a bottle of good red by my side. The choice of movie always depends on mood.... do I feel like something funny? Epic? Thrilling etc... who knows but it's nice to have them at hand to help in the decision.
These bad boys are in no particular order and most I will add separate complete reviews as I come to watch them again.... and again.... and again :)
The Goonies
This is one of three films that represents my childhood and probably the birth of my love for film. It could be the fact I started watching this as a kid but I have yet seen another film that even comes close to the adventure and fun of Goonies. We all grew up wanting to be a Goonie. Another interesting fact of this one is it was also the start of my obsession with skulls... if you saw my lounge room you would understand.
The Dark Crystal
Jim Henson's classic, so dark and beautiful. The detail in the sets is mind blowing and even more impressive that it was all done pre CG. There are a few key scenes that always stick in my mind - most of all the scene with Jen and Kira in the boat - Kira singing and Jen playing his flute. I hum this song to my new born.
Labyrinth
I hope to be 80 and still watching this one day. Jim Henson is the man and this film just oozes with childhood memories. Even Bowie's significant wang can't put me off. The reason I did these 3 movies first is my Mum used to take me to the video shop every couple of weeks and without fail I only rented one of these 3 movies. It drove her mad but I think they have been defining influences on my life and imagination.
Braveheart
I will write a full review on this after I watch it next. Words cannot describe my love for this movie it turns me into a weeping idiot even during the happy scenes. In the princess's tent when Wallace comes back in Latin and then "In French if you would prefer?" I feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
Blade Runner
"I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off
the shoulder of Orion. I watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the
Tannhauser gate. All those moments will be lost in time... like tears in
rain... Time to die." - Need I say more?
American Beauty
My name is Lester Burnham. Sam Mendes made a masterpiece, it's simple as that. His use of colour and symmetry in his shots is mesmerizing. I love every character in this film but obviously Kevin Spacey was born to play Lester. He is a champion for all of us 9 to 5'ers ... the scene out in the back smoking that joint with Ricky is just absolute gold, but one of many in the film. The film itself is amazingly beautiful and you can't help be swept up in the journey. Fun fact : I was 18 when I watched this at the movies with my parents... the ole shower scene got a little uncomfortable!
Gangs of New York
This movie has a super high entertainment value but my main motivation for a re-watch is Daniel Day Lewis. The Butcher may just be my favorite movie character ever - brought to life by an acting genius.
The Last Samurai
Pay out Tom Cruise all you like but I think he is brilliant in this movie. There's something enchanting about the Samurai culture and I love watching Algren be converted every time.
The Matrix
This movie blows me away every time I watch it. Such a relevant and advanced concept presented to us with a metric fuck tonne of "Cool". I reckon this movie will become even more relevant down the track as our real life "Matrix" closes in around us.
Indiana Jones - All of them
I have Indy tattoo's - what else can I say?
More to come in Part 2...
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