10 Greatest Movies of All Time According to IMDB
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1 The Shawshank Redemption 1994
Title: The Shawshank Redemption
Year: 1994
Genre: Drama
Director: Frank Darabont
Writer: Frank Darabont (screenplay), based on the novella by Stephen King
Stars: Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Bob Gunton, William Sadler
Plot: The film tells the story of Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins), a banker who is wrongfully convicted of murdering his wife and her lover. Sentenced to life in Shawshank State Penitentiary, Andy forms an unlikely friendship with fellow inmate Ellis "Red" Redding (Morgan Freeman). Together, they navigate the harsh realities of prison life while Andy maintains hope and works towards his ultimate goal of freedom. The film explores themes of friendship, perseverance, and the power of the human spirit.
Awards: The Shawshank Redemption received various nominations and awards.
Academy Awards: Nominated for 7 Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Morgan Freeman), and Best Adapted Screenplay.
Box Office Earnings: The Shawshank Redemption grossed around $28 million in its initial release, but it gained significant popularity and critical acclaim over time.
IMDb Rating: 9.3/10
Duration: 2h 22min
Language: English
2 The Godfather 1972
Title: The Godfather
Year: 1972
Genre: Crime, Drama
Director: Francis Ford Coppola
Writers: Mario Puzo (screenplay by), Francis Ford Coppola (screenplay by), Mario Puzo (based on the novel by)
Stars: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Robert Duvall, Diane Keaton
Plot: Set in the 1940s, the film tells the story of the Corleone crime family, headed by Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando). Vito's youngest son, Michael Corleone (Al Pacino), initially wants nothing to do with the family's criminal activities and pursues a different path. However, circumstances draw him into the world of organized crime as he becomes involved in a violent and complex struggle for power. The film explores themes of family, loyalty, honor, and the consequences of choices made in the pursuit of power.
Awards: The Godfather received numerous awards and nominations.
Academy Awards: 3 wins, including Best Picture and Best Actor (Marlon Brando)
Box Office Earnings: The Godfather grossed over $245 million worldwide.
IMDb Rating: 9.2/10
Duration: 2h 55min
Language: English
3 The Godfather Part II 1974
Title: The Godfather Part II
Year: 1974
Genre: Crime, Drama
Director: Francis Ford Coppola
Writers: Francis Ford Coppola (screenplay by), Mario Puzo (screenplay by), Mario Puzo (based on the novel by)
Stars: Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Robert Duvall, Diane Keaton
Plot: The Godfather Part II presents parallel storylines, exploring the rise of Vito Corleone (Robert De Niro) as a young man in early 20th-century New York and the continuing saga of Michael Corleone (Al Pacino), Vito's son, as he navigates the challenges of leading the Corleone crime family in the 1950s. The film delves into themes of family, power, loyalty, and the consequences of a life immersed in organized crime. It intertwines the past and present narratives to provide a deeper understanding of the characters and their motivations.
Awards: The Godfather Part II received numerous awards and nominations.
Academy Awards: 6 wins, including Best Picture, Best Director (Francis Ford Coppola), Best Supporting Actor (Robert De Niro), and Best Adapted Screenplay
Box Office Earnings: The Godfather Part II grossed over $57 million worldwide.
IMDb Rating: 9.0/10
Duration: 3h 22min
Language: English, Italian, Spanish, Latin, Sicilian
4 The Dark Knight 2008
Title: The Dark Knight
Year: 2008
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama
Director: Christopher Nolan
Writers: Christopher Nolan (screenplay), Jonathan Nolan (screenplay), Christopher Nolan (story), David S. Goyer (story), Bob Kane (characters)
Stars: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Morgan Freeman
Plot: The film follows the continued exploits of Batman/Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) as he faces a new wave of chaos and crime in Gotham City. The city is terrorized by the Joker (Heath Ledger), a psychotic and unpredictable criminal mastermind. Batman, with the help of Lieutenant James Gordon (Gary Oldman) and District Attorney Harvey Dent (Aaron Eckhart), strives to bring order to Gotham. However, as the Joker's reign of terror escalates, Batman is pushed to his limits, forcing him to confront his own inner demons and make difficult choices that will shape the fate of the city.
Awards: The Dark Knight received numerous awards and nominations.
Academy Awards: 2 wins, including Best Supporting Actor (Heath Ledger)
Box Office Earnings: The Dark Knight grossed over $1 billion worldwide.
IMDb Rating: 9.0/10
Duration: 2h 32min
Language: English
5 Schindler List 1993
"Schindler's List" (1993) - 7 Oscars (IMDb Rating: 8.9)
Detail: Steven Spielberg's powerful Holocaust drama earned 7 Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director.
Interesting Fact: Spielberg refused to accept a salary for the film, calling it "blood money."
6 12 Angry Men 1957
Title: 12 Angry Men
Year: 1957
Genre: Drama
Director: Sidney Lumet
Writer: Reginald Rose (screenplay), Reginald Rose (story)
Stars: Henry Fonda, Lee J. Cobb, Martin Balsam, John Fiedler, E.G. Marshall, Jack Klugman
Plot: The film takes place almost entirely within the confines of a jury room, where twelve jurors deliberate on the fate of a young man accused of murder. Initially, most of the jurors are convinced of the defendant's guilt. However, one juror (Henry Fonda) is not completely convinced and advocates for a thorough examination of the evidence. As the deliberations progress, the jurors confront their own biases, prejudices, and personal demons, leading to intense and thought-provoking discussions about justice, reasonable doubt, and the power of collective decision-making.
Awards: 12 Angry Men received various awards and nominations.
Academy Awards: Nominated for 3 Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director.
Box Office Earnings: The film's box office earnings information is not readily available.
IMDb Rating: 8.9/10
Duration: 1h 36min
Language: English
7 Pulp Fiction 1994
Title: Pulp Fiction
Year: 1994
Genre: Crime, Drama
Director: Quentin Tarantino
Writer: Quentin Tarantino, Roger Avary
Stars: John Travolta, Uma Thurman, Samuel L. Jackson, Bruce Willis, Ving Rhames
Plot: "Pulp Fiction" weaves together multiple interconnected stories set in the criminal underworld of Los Angeles. The film follows the lives of various characters, including two hitmen, Vincent Vega (John Travolta) and Jules Winnfield (Samuel L. Jackson); a mob boss's wife, Mia Wallace (Uma Thurman); a washed-up boxer, Butch Coolidge (Bruce Willis); and a pair of petty criminals, Pumpkin (Tim Roth) and Honey Bunny (Amanda Plummer). Through a series of nonlinear narratives, the film explores themes of violence, redemption, and pop culture references, delivering a mix of dark humor, intense dialogue, and unexpected twists.
Awards: "Pulp Fiction" received numerous awards and nominations.
Academy Awards: 1 win for Best Original Screenplay (Quentin Tarantino, Roger Avary).
Box Office Earnings: The film grossed over $213 million worldwide.
IMDb Rating: 8.9/10
Duration: 2h 34min
Language: English
8 The Lord of the Rings The Return of the King 2003
"The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" (2003) - 11 Oscars (IMDb Rating: 8.9)
Detail: The final installment of Peter Jackson's fantasy trilogy dominated the Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director.
Interesting Fact: The entire "Lord of the Rings" trilogy received a total of 17 Oscars.
9 The Good, the Bad and the Ugly 1966
Title: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Year: 1966
Genre: Adventure, Western
Director: Sergio Leone
Writer: Luciano Vincenzoni, Sergio Leone, Agenore Incrocci
Stars: Clint Eastwood, Eli Wallach, Lee Van Cleef
Plot: Blondie, The Good (Clint Eastwood), is a professional gunslinger who is out trying to earn a few dollars. Angel Eyes, The Bad (Lee Van Cleef), is a hitman who always commits to a task and sees it through--as long as he's paid to do so. And Tuco, The Ugly (Eli Wallach), is a wanted outlaw trying to take care of his own hide. Tuco and Blondie share a partnership making money off of Tuco's bounty, but when Blondie unties the partnership, Tuco tries to hunt down Blondie. When Blondie and Tuco come across a horse carriage loaded with dead bodies, they soon learn from the only survivor, Bill Carson (Antonio Casale), that he and a few other men have buried a stash of gold in a cemetery.
Awards: "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" received numerous awards and nominations.
IMDb Rating: 8.8/10
Duration: 2h 58min
Language: English
10 The Lord of the Rings The Fellowship of the Ring 2001
Title: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
Year: 2001
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy
Director: Peter Jackson
Writers: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson (screenplay), J.R.R. Tolkien (novel)
Stars: Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen, Sean Astin, Orlando Bloom, Sean Bean, Cate Blanchett
Plot: "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring" is the first installment in the epic fantasy trilogy based on J.R.R. Tolkien's novel. The story follows Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood), a humble hobbit who becomes the bearer of a powerful ring that holds immense dark power. With the guidance of the wizard Gandalf (Ian McKellen), Frodo embarks on a perilous journey to Mount Doom, the only place where the ring can be destroyed. He is joined by a fellowship of diverse characters, including humans, elves, dwarves, and other hobbits, as they face treacherous landscapes, dangerous creatures, and the growing threat of the dark lord Sauron and his minions.
Awards: "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring" received numerous awards and nominations.
Academy Awards: 4 wins, including Best Cinematography, Best Original Score, Best Visual Effects, and Best Makeup
Box Office Earnings: The film grossed over $870 million worldwide.
IMDb Rating: 8.8/10
Duration: 2h 58min
Language: English
