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Greatest Movies of all time part one (maybe)

June 25th, 2007

The AFI recently released its revised list of the 100 greatest films of all time which was long overdue as they had overlooked Big Trouble in Little China and I’m sure they have fretted over this error. Rather than go into exhaustive examination of each of the films I thought I’d… nah lets go exhaustive, but then I got bored and will only comment on the top 15 - at this stage anyway.

AFI’s 100 Greatest Movies of All Time–2007

1. “Citizen Kane” (1941)

It’s number one for a reason, I can’t quite put my finger on the reason but there is something enigmatic about this film that whilst you watch it you get a sense of greatness. Widely agreed upon this isn’t a controversial choice by any stretch of the imagination. I simply loved the film and as I said I probably can’t tell you why, just accept that Big Trouble in Little China is not number one.

2. “The Godfather” (1972)

A lot of people argue that the sequel is better than the original, I’m not one of those people. The sequel is brilliant of course but the first one in my mind is still the best and Brando’s greatest role (no I’m not willing to debate that with you - I don’t care enough to). The whole trilogy, even the third one is an amazing experience and I am envious of people who have yet to see these films because they are in for a treat!

3. “Casablanca” (1942)

I would have ranked this higher than the Godfather and I probably would have to really think about it to declare a winner between this and Kane. Bogart at his best, simply an iconic brilliant picture that should never be in colour. Some amazing dialog including the often misquoted Sam line. “You played it for her, you can play it for me!”

4. “Raging Bull” (1980)

Haven’t seen it, what are you going do!? Could it be better than Big Trouble in Little China? It’s hard to say just by looking at the DVD cover.

5. “Singin’ in the Rain” (1952)

I’m not a huge fan of musicals at the best of times so really it’s hard for me to give much of an opinion on this one. It’s iconic and people love it so I have no problem it being in the list but is it better Rocky Horror mmmmmm.

6. “Gone With the Wind” (1939)

I like this, Tracey hates this. It’s pretty bloody long! But they did burn down the King Kong set for a shot and that’s kinda cool. Also Rhett Butler is a forerunner of Tony Stark (once again I’m not open to that argument… well maybe I am - it makes some sense and there are parallels that can be made). You should see this at least once.

7. “Lawrence of Arabia” (1962)

It wasn’t until this point that I actively thought about it but I haven’t seen this film, I’ve certainly seen some of it. But I don’t think I’ve ever sat down and really watched the whole thing. Oh well great that’s another one for the to do list.

8. “Schindler’s List” (1993)

I recognise the quality of this movie. It’s an important story that needs to be told and reminded of. It is a depressing film and often I have enough in my life to be depressed about which makes it a hard film for me to watch. I’ve also read about certain liberties taken in the film (and the novel for that matter), I dunno.

9. “Vertigo” (1958)

Hitchcock is a master, he really is and this is a great example. Great cast too.

10. “The Wizard of Oz” (1939)

The Tin Man remains my favourite character from this movie, once again I recognise its iconic status, I probably wouldn’t watch it on tv though.

11. “City Lights” (1931)

Nope, no idea. Don’t even know of this film.

12. “The Searchers” (1956)

Don’t know this one either actually. Google maybe?

13. “Star Wars” (1977)

The untouched 77 version is great. Han shot first!!!!!

14. “Psycho” (1960)

Mr Hitchcock in the top 15 twice - this speaks for itself.

15. “2001: A Space Odyssey” (1968)

Should be even higher, this is an extraordinary cinema experience that needs to be seen in the theatre. I’ve met Dave and Frank.

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