Taste in movies evolves, and so do critics’ reviews. Explore 10 movies that have aged like fine wine and hit different for modern audiences.
1. Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011)
When the movie first came out, it was easy to write it off as just another dull spy film set in the Cold War. Watching this film again, later, Gary Oldman’s performance really stands out. The movie has several layers to it that take a bit of time to unravel.
2. L.A. Confidential (1997)
If you saw this movie when you were younger, then it probably seemed boring to you. Having another look at it years later might help you appreciate the film’s array of characters and story beats. It’s no ordinary crime drama.
3. Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003)
A watch of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World when it first came out may have been difficult. For younger audiences, the pace may have been too slow or the content too educational. Watching this movie several years later, however, reveals just how great and in-depth it is.
4. Blade Runner (1982)
Blade Runner was not a hit when it first came out. The audience simply was too young for it. Watching the movie several years later, however, shows just how great the film is. From the different performances to the underlying themes, this is a movie that’s more poignant than ever.
5. Interview with a Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles (1994)
When this film first came out, it was easy to wave it off with Tom Cruise’s overly flamboyant portrayal of Lestat. The film often felt like a slog. A rewatch, however, offers a glimpse into the powerful acting Cruise was once capable of before becoming only an action hero. Some might even argue that this movie has the best depiction of vampires and vampiric struggles in film.
6. V for Vendetta (2005)
When it comes to superhero movies, one that is often overlooked is V for Vendetta. Part of that reason might be because of the younger audience that went to see it. What was once deemed boring scenes before are more impactful now. Concepts that were difficult to grasp in youth are clear in adulthood. The movie is powerful and more important than ever.
7. The Big Lebowski (1998)
If you saw The Big Lebowski when it first came out, then you might not have appreciated it at the time. Watch it again, and you may just realize that the Dude’s way of life makes perfect sense.
8. It’s A Wonderful Life (1946)
You were probably hit over the head each Christmas with this film. It’s become almost a mandatory watch in some families. However, while you may have dismissed it as boring in your youth, the story becomes a bit more relatable and poignant the older you get.
9. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
When 2001: A Space Odyssey first came out, it was easy to dismiss its themes. In today’s world of technology, however, the threat of AI is more dire than ever. Rewatching this film might make it a bit too scary.
10. Watchmen (2009)
With all the superhero films out now, it’s easier to appreciate Watchmen now more than ever. That wasn’t the case when it first came out, however. It was easy to dismiss the film as too grim or dark. A recent rewatch of it might just make you long for more superhero movies like it.
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