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My all-time favourite films
Pulp Fiction (2 Disc Collector's Edition) [DVD] [1994]Pulp Fiction (2 Disc Collector's Edition) [DVD] [1994]
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It's not the story but the dialogue that makes this standout as one of the all time greats
Goodfellas [1990] [DVD]Goodfellas [1990] [DVD]
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A masterpiece. Ray Liotta among others give career defining performances
The Usual Suspects [DVD] [1995]The Usual Suspects [DVD] [1995]
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Once you know the twist it will never have quite the same impact, but what a twist!
City Of God [2003] [DVD]City Of God [2003] [DVD]
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An epic, tragic and beautiful film
The Shawshank Redemption [DVD] [1995]The Shawshank Redemption [DVD] [1995]
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Playing upon the virtues of hope, friendship and triumph over adversity, this film is as brilliant as it is formulaic.
Fight Club [1999] [DVD]Fight Club [1999] [DVD]
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My guess is the majority won't anticpate the twist the first time of watching and that's partly why it's so good.
Full Metal Jacket [1987] [DVD]Full Metal Jacket [1987] [DVD]
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One of the greatest war films ever made depicting both the horrifying physical and emotional human costs of conflict.
Gran Torino [DVD] [2008]Gran Torino [DVD] [2008]
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A moving story which breaks down the barriers of race and age and proves that family represents more than what's in the blood
Outbreak [DVD] [1995]Outbreak [DVD] [1995]
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I wonder if there's even a small part of the underlying story which might not be entirely implausible?
Terminator 2 - Judgment Day [DVD] [1991]Terminator 2 - Judgment Day [DVD] [1991]
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Without doubt Arnie's finest hour.
Highlander [DVD] [1986]Highlander [DVD] [1986]
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An off-beat supernatural thriller featuring men with kilts doesn't sound like the recipe for a good film, but strangely it is...
American History X [DVD] [1999]American History X [DVD] [1999]
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Reflecting that environment can be one of the most powerful predicators of mentality. Ed Norton gives one of the single best acting performaces of all time
Fargo (Special Edition) [1996] [DVD]Fargo (Special Edition) [1996] [DVD]
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A bizarre and quirky comedy brought to life with a clever script and some fine performances, most notably from Frances McDormand as the pregnant and very much local sheriff.
Hotel Rwanda [DVD]Hotel Rwanda [DVD]
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An inspiring story of real life heroism in the face of unimaginable horrors.
Layer Cake [DVD] [2004]Layer Cake [DVD] [2004]
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I'm not a fan of Daniel Craig but this is a sleek well put together gangster flick with plenty of laughs along the way.
Monty Python and the Holy Grail -- Two-disc set [DVD] [1974]Monty Python and the Holy Grail -- Two-disc set [DVD] [1974]
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Has more than stood the test of time. This is laugh out loud funny.
Rain Man [DVD] [1989]Rain Man [DVD] [1989]
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Cruise plays his part well but Hoffman carries the film with a memorable performance.
Slumdog Millionaire [DVD] [2008]Slumdog Millionaire [DVD] [2008]
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One of those rare films that actually comes close to justifying it's hype.
The Big Lebowski [DVD] [1998]The Big Lebowski [DVD] [1998]
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What do you get when you mix body paint, bowling, nihlists, a physchotic war veteran and lots of dope? A comedy classic! The dude abides
Carlito's Way [DVD] [1994]Carlito's Way [DVD] [1994]
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Not Pacino's most recognised role but one of his best. Sean Penn excels as the corrupt lawyer.
The Godfather Trilogy (5 Disc Box Set) [DVD]The Godfather Trilogy (5 Disc Box Set) [DVD]
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Parts one and two are genius and three is not as bad as many critics make out.
Italian Job, The [DVD] [1969]Italian Job, The [DVD] [1969]
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The original and by far the best. Accept no imitations.
Trainspotting [DVD] [1996]Trainspotting [DVD] [1996]
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A witty and observant view of the tribulations of poverty and drug culture, though I found the baby on the ceiling scene really disturbing!
Blood Diamond [DVD] [2006]Blood Diamond [DVD] [2006]
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A good film and one which brings the shocking plight of those in some of the world's poorest nations to a wider audience, which can only be a good thing.
Die Hard [DVD] [1989]Die Hard [DVD] [1989]
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Right up there as one of the best adrenalin filled action films of all time.