While the classic films of the 80s and 90s hold a special place in our hearts, there is a selection of modern films that have already established themselves as timeless masterpieces. These 25 films have captured the hearts and minds of audiences around the world with their innovative storytelling, stunning visuals, and unforgettable performances.
No Country For Old Men
“I love this movie. One thing I noticed is that there are a lot of service-level employees featured in this movie. From the receptionist, the gas station attendant, the hotel clerk, the boarder agent, the truck driver, etc.”
“Seriously… it’s usually my answer to ‘What’s your favorite movie of all time?’. It’s a classic and pretty much a perfect exercise in movie making.”
The Matrix
“20 years later, even more, applicable now than back then.”
“The sequels are forgettable, but ‘The Matrix’ is an unbelievably good movie. The CGI in the early 2000s really set the stage for so many other successful movies.”
The Lord Of The Rings
“Not just as a series – each individual movie is an absolute classic on its own.”
“The plot, graphics, cinematography, and the ensemble cast are hugely noteworthy.”
Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind
“That movie hit me so hard I still haven’t managed to make myself rewatch it…”
“The whole film looks beautiful, not only with the cinematography, which is indeed spellbinding but also in the scenery, which was nothing short of amazing.”
The Grand Budapest Hotel
“Such a melancholy and touching movie.”
“It is of no doubt to me that after watching The Grand Budapest Hotel and from memories of Fantastic Mr. Fox, that Wes Anderson is a modern example of the auteur.”
Interstellar
“That movie left such a huge impression on me that I even got a tattoo connected to it.”
“Millennium-defining movie. Such films are made once in a thousand years.”
Inglourious Basterds
“Looking back, it’s such a masterpiece. Every scene is a film in itself. The tension in some of the scenes is insane.”
“It’s so, so beautiful I can see it being taught in a class easily.”
Prisoners
“YES! Not enough people have seen Prisoners. The bathroom scene where we get to see Jackman completely come emotionally unglued is one of my favorite moments in anything.”
Whiplash
“One of, if not the greatest, music films ever made.”
“You should see this one solely for Simmons’ performance; phenomenal stuff.”
Apocalypto
“The movie is flawless and is equally watchable anywhere in the world, given that there’s very little dialogue.”
“One of my top 5 films of all time. I’ve watched it time and time again… it just has everything.”
Arrival
“Already a favorite movie for linguistic students/professors. That’s how I got to watch it, anyway.”
“I haven’t seen anything like it since Star Trek’s Darmok. We need more crazy aliens and languages.”
Blade Runner 2049
“This was so underrated, for some reason. A great movie that surpassed all my expectations.”
“Yes. The only sequel I know of that surpasses the original. It expands so well on the universe, where others have been very contained.”
Pan’s Labyrinth
“This can’t be said enough. When I tell people my top ten films, I include Pan’s Labyrinth twice.”
“Oh, great choice. This is a fantastic movie. Del Toro is a genius.”
Spotlight
“This one doesn’t get enough credit, but it’s a brilliant film on an extremely sensitive subject. It’s most likely our generation’s answer to All The President’s Men!”
“It’s flawless in its execution. The writing, casting, acting, direction, cinematography, editing… everything.”
Black Hawk Down
“It’s one of the most underrated war/action movies of all time. The casting is outstanding, it’s based on true events, and the soundtrack is phenomenal.”
“Yeah, it touches on really complex subjects, from geopolitical strife to racial overtones and the fragility of life.”
Casino Royale
“Great movie and the absolute best Bond reboot.”
“It’s not just a great Bond film, but an overall masterpiece in cinema.”
Master And Commander: The Far Side Of The World
“Anytime I recommend this movie to a friend, they always come back with a favorable opinion.”
“Criminally overlooked movie.”
Legally Blonde
“It’s actually a great hero story and follows many of the relevant tropes.”
“My cousin literally became a lawyer after seeing Legally Blonde, and she is not shy about telling people.”
Uncut Gems
“Their neo-realist new Americana, high anxiety, breakneck pacing thing has already started to make an impact in things like The Bear.”
“I believe Uncut Gems will be looked back on in a few decades as one of the defining films of this time period.”
Spirited Away
“Beautiful traditional artwork, fantastic soundtracks, fun world building, and lovable, if sometimes simple, characters.”
“There’s pure, genuine love & passion there, and it comes through beautifully – that goes for all of the Studio Ghibli movies.”
Midsommar
“Midsommar was so unsettling, even if it didn’t have many jump scares. Masterful cinema.”
“That movie screwed with my head… and I loved it.”
Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse
“That movie will age tremendously just due to how much style is put into it.”
“As long as comics persist as a medium, I think it’ll remain eternally relevant as a prime example of how to faithfully adapt the feel of a comic book to the big screen.”
Mad Max: Fury Road
“Took my top favorite film spot, and doubt it will ever be topped. Greatest action film of all time, in my opinion.”
“I hate hyperviolent dystopian stories. But for some reason, Fury Road is one of my favorite movies of all time. It’s just so good.”
The Social Network
“It captured a world phenomenon in a personal drama in a very rare way.”
“It doesn’t feel like it’s about the biggest change in modern lifestyle. It feels small and huge in scale at the same time. I absolutely loved it.
Hot Fuzz
“Hot Fuzz captures the English countryside life perfectly, and it’ll never be topped in film.”
“Hot Fuzz’s script is just so incredibly, perfectly tight. Almost every single line and shot in the entire film is a setup for something later, a hilarious joke, or a payoff for something that was set up earlier.”
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