Unearth cinematic gems that never lose their charm. Whether it looks great or its content still resonates with today’s issues, these 10 movies continue to gain new fans every generation.
Take a look and see if your favorite old film is on the list.
The Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
Disney was smart in how it filmed this famous pirate movie. It kept CGI in the shadows and focused on practical effects. That’s why, even years later, the movie holds up well. The story, acting, and music all still hit the right notes decades later.
Se7en (1995)
Keeping to practical effects and stunts has kept Se7en looking as good today as when it first came out. Its story and themes are even more poignant than ever.
The Thing (1982)
It’s rare for horror films to age that well. Even practical effects can start to look silly over the years. The Thing has stood the test of time. Its use of detailed, high-quality, practical effects is one of the primary reasons. Include the incredible skills of John Carpenter as a filmmaker, and this movie will continue to look great and provide plenty of scares even 10 years from now.
Alien (1979)
One of the best decisions Ridley Scott made when filming the original Alien movie was to stick with practical effects. It makes the xenomorph and facehuggers look as real and frightening then as it does now. The horror themes are also still intense and work well today. Alien is ageless.
Jurassic Park (1993)
Had Steven Spielberg chosen to use CGI instead of practical effects for Jurassic Park, it’s doubtful the movie would look as good now as it did then. While CGI is present in the film, it’s carefully kept to the background. Along with these effects, the idea of bringing dinosaurs back to life and the consequences of that choice remains important today with the advancement of DNA technology.
The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
The idea of a man killing women and wearing their skin is as scary today as it was back in 1991. The horror and themes of The Silence of the Lambs remain just as powerful. The incredible acting performances also help keep this film as great today as it was then.
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
While the whole of the Lord of the Rings trilogy keeps up well, the Fellowship of the Ring arguably looks the best. With little use of CGI, this film has a particular magic to it that keeps it looking as good as it did when it was first released. The incredible performances throughout the cast also keep it watchable and enjoyable years later.
Jaws (1975)
Animatronics weren’t amazing back in the 1970s. However, Steven Spielberg had to find a way to make his shark look as scary as the real thing. He cleverly kept the shark mostly hidden under the water, only revealing it a handful of times in the movie.
This choice, along with the ongoing fear of sharks, has kept Jaws as frightening and fun today as it was in the ’70s.
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
Stories about trying to forget about a failed romance are common amongst everyone. This movie follows a couple who decide to undergo a procedure that will physically remove memories of their partner.
The themes of this film remain poignant and important today, especially with a deepening focus and research into ailments like Dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
If you’re looking for a good time, then Raiders of the Lost Ark can still provide it. Watch Harrison Ford pull off incredible stunts as Indiana Jones. Besides having great stunts that still live up to today’s standards, the story and excitement keep this movie as thrilling and fun now as in 1981.
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