The 1990s was an iconic decade for cinema. It introduced a diverse range of genres and initiated the rise of Indie cinema with directors like Quentin Tarantino (Kill Bill) and Kevin Smith (Mall Rats). The 90s was also a huge milestone for CGI and special effects. Here, we’ll examine some of the films that defined the 90s cinema scene.
Boyz n the Hood (1991)
In the heart of South Central Los Angeles, Tre Styles (Cuba Gooding Jr.) and his friends Doughboy (Ice Cube) and Ricky (Morris Chestnut) navigate life’s hardships, facing violence, family dynamics, and dreams of a better future in a community overshadowed by crime.
Jurassic Park (1993)
Billionaire John Hammond (Richard Attenborough) invites paleontologists Dr. Alan Grant (Sam Neill) and Dr. Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern) to his island theme park populated by genetically engineered dinosaurs. When security systems break down, the group, including Hammond’s grandchildren, must survive the deadly creatures roaming freely.
Forrest Gump (1994)
In Forest Gump (1994), the titular character, Forrest Gump (Tom Hanks), inadvertently influences many of America’s historical events during the 20th century. Although he is portrayed as a man with a low IQ, he proves to the world you should never judge a book by its cover. Throughout his extraordinary life journey, he cherishes memories of his childhood love, Jenny (Robin Wright).
Clerks (1994)
In a New Jersey convenience store, clerks Dante (Brian O’Halloran) and Randal (Jeff Anderson) tackle everyday life, discuss pop culture, and manage irksome customers, all while delivering humor rooted in the mundanities of their jobs. Clerks (1994) is one of many films by Kevin Smith (Chasing Amy) set in New Jersey and featuring characters Jay (Jason Mewes) and Silent Bob (Smith).
Pulp Fiction (1994)
Director Quentin Tarantino (Django Unchained) weaves the interconnected stories of hitmen Jules (Samuel L. Jackson) and Vincent (John Travolta) with a boxer, Butch (Bruce Willis), and a mob boss’s wife, Mia (Uma Thurman). Pulp Fiction (1994) is a dark, comedic exploration of LA’s crime underworld.
Clueless (1995)
Clueless (1995) tells the story of Cher Horowitz (Alicia Silverstone). Horowitz is a privileged Beverly Hills high school student, navigating teenage life challenges. With her best friend Dionne (Stacey Dash), she embarks on matchmaking escapades, romantic misadventures, and self-discovery. The film also stars Brittany Murphy (Ramen Girl), Paul Rudd (Ant-Man), and Donald Faison (Scrubs).
Scream (1996)
Scream (1996) was one of many high school slasher movies popular in the 90s. The film takes place in the small town of Woodsboro, one year after the death of Sidney Prescott’s (Neve Campbell) mother. A masked serial killer is terrorizing the town, and Prescott and her friends are the main targets. With Deputy Dewey (David Arquette) and reporter Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox), Prescott tries to solve the mystery behind the murders before she’s next.
Titanic (1997)
Titanic (1997) is as classic 90s as films get. This memorable hit follows the RMS Titanic on its doomed voyage across the Atlantic. With flashbacks between the past and modern times, viewers watch a forbidden romance unfold between passengers, Jack Dawson (Leonardo DiCaprio) and Rose DeWitt Bukater (Kate Winslet). Bukater’s wealthy and disdainful fiancé, Cal Hockley (Billy Zane), tries to get in the way. Eventually, the ship and its passengers plunge into the icy waters below. Titanic was directed by James Cameron (The Terminator).
The Matrix (1999)
In The Matrix (1999), computer hacker Neo (Keanu Reeves) is introduced to a mind-bending reality. Neo meets the enigmatic Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne) and Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss) who believe him to be “the chosen one”. Soon Neo learns that the world as he knows it, is a simulated construct created by powerful machines that have enslaved humanity. The Matrix used high-quality special effects to make the surreal action scenes look realistic. It was a big deal in 90s cinema.
10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
High schooler Cameron (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) wants to date the lovely Bianca (Larisa Oleynik). To do so, he must find someone brave enough to date her strong-willed sister, Kat (Julia Stiles). This leads Bianca and Cameron to enlist the rebellious Patrick Verona (Heath Ledger) for the task. The only problem? Verona falls for Kat, but when Kat finds out it was all a plot things go awry.
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