10. Do The Right Thing(1989)-This is the best movie Spike Lee has ever made and it cracks my list of all time favorites. The controversial film which takes a dive into the chaotic racial tensions in a Brooklyn neighborhood, is a masterpiece by Lee. In my humble opinion it is the greatest piece of filmaking as it relates to race. No cookie cutter bullshit my friends. 100% honesty. It showed that ALL races can be as racist as they want to be. Lee painted a portrait of race that i will not soon forget.
9. Rocky(1976)-Sylvester Stallone knew what he was doing when he created this spectacle known as the Rocky. The character of Rocky was so intriguing to watch because he was such a flawed human being, but so likeable. He was a street guy but he was also a gentlemen and a great fighter. In the end he does not beat Apollo Creed for the title but he still wins in my eyes because he NEVER QUIT. That is the message kids, keep pushing. Life will kick your ass at times but you have to continue to FIGHT. That is why Rocky hold s a special place in my heart.
8. Moneyball(2011)-Brad Pitt performance was simply perfect here. In Billy Beane he forms one of the most entertaining and winning characters ever imo. What makes it even better is that Beane is a real life figure! Pitt and his co-star Jonah Hill display an amazing chemistry that was enjoyable to watch. I went into this movie not even being a big baseball fan but i found myself engaged at the run of the Beane's Oakland's Athletics. It was such a fun experience watching a team come together.like that. This movie made all the right moves.
7. Training Day(2001)-Denzel as a villian. Bring it on! I loved this movie because he shows how seductive evil can be. The plotline of Alonzo Harris(Washington) manipulating Jake Hoyt(Ethan Hawke) for his own personal gain was interesting to watch because it showed how desperate people can get when they want to get ahead. Hoyt knew Harris was a scumbag but after vile action Harris committed, Hoyt is convinced by him that it was a necessary thing. Hoyt wanted to make detective and gritted his teeth at every action. The climax is also masterful because it showed what happens when a man loses his power and STILL believes he is untouchable. Great film.
6. Glengarry Glen Ross(1992)-You will never see a finer cast of actors in a film as you do here. This is acting at its absolute finest. Pacino, Harris, Lemmon, Baldwin, Spacey, Arkin, and Pryce. The interaction that takes place between all the characters is phenomenal. The tension and drama in this film is top notch. The scene with Baldwin ranting is classic. Superb film.
5. Saving Private Ryan(1998)-There are no words to describe the emotions i felt watching this film. The brotherhood of the military in this film is tearjerking. Excellent film with excellent performances.
4. Hollywood Shuffle(1987)-I absolutely love satire. It is a sharp, smart and funny way to get your point across. Robert Townsend is a genius. This film is outstanding from start to finish.
3. Goodfellas(1990)-Mob films are always ranked among the greatest films of all time and Goodfellas is proof of that. This film is based on a real story of the Lucchese crime family and it is a masterpiece in acting, directing, storytelling and cinematography. Perfect film.
2. The Last King of Scotland(2006)-I do not think any actor will match the pure intensity and charm that Forest Whitaker brought to his role of Idi Amin. It is the best acting performance that i ever seen personally. It was a masterful piece of acting. Amazing work. The film is so dramatic and tense throughout and breathtaking. Its a gem.
1. Pulp Fiction(1994)-This is the greatest film i have ever seen. Everything i said regarding Goodfellas relates to this film times 10. The movie world had never seen something like this when it came out and has not seen anything since. Pulp Fiction is thrilling, violent, controversial and intriguing in EVERY SINGLE SCENE! The dialogue is epic. You have to watch this movie at least once in your lifetime. Its too damn good.
That is my list. kimwong54@yahoo.com
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