What is an Intelligent Film? This is the kind of film that brings something new to the history of cinematography. It has an original idea and a strong message that moves the viewer, or the idea is so new that it opens up new horizons for scientists that they have not thought about before. When you leave the theater, you feel differently, that is what intelligent film means.
10. "Contact" (1997)
After many years of searching, Dr. Ellie Arroway finds undeniable evidence of the existence of an intelligent alien race, which broadcasts plans for a mysterious device. Contact is an exceptional example of a film that deserves to exist. From a spectacular shot at the beginning, which shows how small we are on the scale of the world, even though we think that the universe revolves around us and was created for humanity, to a realistic conclusion that any "X-Files" may turn out to be true, the film appeals to our humanity, intelligence and lust for adventure.
One of the greatest discoveries this film will help you make is that what we're looking for in outer space may be in our backyard. We are cut off from each other and science fiction is trying to overcome our loneliness with ideas that we will meet an extraterrestrial civilization and not be so alone in our existence. But we are not alone, we have each other. Karl Sagan was a great man. He pushed science in the direction in which it followed, with humility and without dogma, describing the deep mystery of our universe. In his book A World Full of Demons, he quotes Einstein: "All our science in the face of reality looks primitive and childishly naive - and yet this is the most valuable thing we have." "Contact" unobtrusively but effectively conveys this simple idea to the viewer. A very interesting soulful acting game.
9. "The Sixth Sense" (1999)
The boy communicates with spirits who do not know they are dead and seeks help from an insecure child psychologist. When I first saw The Sixth Sense, I didn't know what to expect. I think I expected it to be a good horror movie, but I was surprised. I found that the idea behind this movie goes much deeper than just scaring the audience. The film shows not only fear, but also faith, bitterness of loss, loyalty and love. The ending was so amazing that I had to watch it twice. The second time I watched it, I discovered the film from a completely different angle (this is a very rare quality for a film), and at the same time I liked it just as much or even more.
Like many viewers, I tried to find mistakes in the plot, but did not find a single one. In addition, the film has great music, which only enhances the experience of the film. I think this is a great film that helps viewers look at their lives in a different way. The Sixth Sense is one of those extraordinary films that have this effect. This motion picture raises complex topics and makes viewers ask questions about the eternal: about death, about what you need to be able to let go, about eternal love and devotion, about love between parent and child, between husband and wife. Perhaps I found too much in this wonderful film, but I think it will be difficult to find a work of cinema that touches these topics so touching and heartfelt and does not lose its relevance for many years.
8. "Remember" (2000)
The film tells us two different stories about Leonard, a former insurance company investigator who cannot hold new memories in his memory. He tries to find the murderer of his wife, whose death is the last thing he remembers. One storyline goes in a direct temporal order, and the other tells the story in reverse, each time revealing more and more about the events of the past. "Remember" is one of those films, after which you will remain in your chair at the cinema because the film does not let you go and you want to discuss it with others.
This is a very intelligent and original detective story that will make you guess the true course of events in ignorance, keeping you in suspense from start to finish. The plot and script are the best I've seen so far, this picture deserves all the praise. The film tells the story of Leonard Shelby, a man who lost his short-term memory following an attack in which his wife was killed and raped; and now he is looking for the killer, despite his illness. That's all you need to know about this movie.
The film is structured and narrated in such a way that you constantly put yourself in the shoes of Leonard Shelby, superbly played by Guy Pearce. Carrie-Anne Moss plays an equally mysterious and complex role. This film is good at everything from directing to editing, and especially stands out for its unique history, which is so rare in Hollywood these days.
7. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975)
Upon arriving at a mental institution, the brave rebel joins patients together to confront the cruel Sister Ratched, who looks more like a dictator than a nurse. First, when I watched this movie, I was just stunned. The film's attention is riveted as it entertains, intrigues and tells an incredible story at the same time. A frightening, disturbing and highly revealing look at life inside psychiatric institutions through the eyes of a person who was deceived there.
When the film first came out, some people were shocked because when you watch it, you empathize with the patients rather than the doctors and nurses. This film shows that cinema can make a difference. It can help open people's eyes. If there is a movie that everyone should watch, it is, of course, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
6. Forrest Gump (1994)
The main character of the film, Forrest Gump, is a feeble-minded but kind man whose fate is accidentally intertwined with many historical moments, but his true love, Jenny, eludes him. This amazing film about an innocent man, which shows us how the world should be: he is faithful, humble, honest, he will never deceive or lie. He does everything with good intentions and achieves success in all the most important tasks.
Only in America could he live such an interesting life: to meet Elvis Presley, President Kennedy, John Lennon. He goes to war in Vietnam, but even there he does as his heart tells him. He becomes an American hero. This film is a great modern fable, in the dictionary the fable is defined as a short fictional story that contains morality. This film teaches us many moral principles, but above all decency and simple kindness.
5. "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" (2004)
When their relationship deteriorated, the main characters decided to go through a procedure to delete memories in order to erase each other from memory, but only through the process of loss do they understand where they had to start. This picture will undoubtedly touch you, touch your heart, which most films have never done, or rather, could not even have done. The fragility of human relationships is shown here. People want to erase bad memories of failed relationships, but at the same time, they cannot part with good ones! How can I do that?
How can you erase bad memories and keep only good ones? Carrie and Winslet do great acting as Joel and Clementine respectively. Perhaps this is still one of the best films of their career.It is quite surprising that the man who everyone associates with the movie "The Mask" plays the role of a quiet introvert. Kate, in turn, takes the heroine to the next level, perfectly revealing her as a playful and brutally honest girl who you love and hate at the same time. "Eternal Lights" is a truly amazing work, this film, in itself, is already a feat. It is deep and bright, but so fragile. He touches the viewer on such a personal level that it hurts. Especially when both can't resist erasing.
4. "The Matrix" (1999)
Thomas A. Anderson is a man living two lives. By day he is a regular programmer, and by night a hacker known as Neo. Neo always questioned reality, but the truth was far beyond his imagination. Neo is targeted by the police when contacted by Morphius, a legendary computer hacker who has been declared a terrorist by the government. Morphius awakens Neo to the real world, a ravaged wasteland where most people are captured by a race of machines that live off the heat of the human body and enclose the human mind in an artificial reality known as the Matrix.
As a rebel against the machines, Neo must return to the matrix and confront agents, super powerful computer programs dedicated to destroying Neo and the entire movement of human resistance to rebellion. The Wachowski directors really excelled in this film. It's a brilliant film on several different levels - great direction, great camera work, stunning visuals, great kung fu performance, convincing and stylish acting, and a truly inspiring storyline. It's really hard to resist the epithets “excellent” and “excellent” when it comes to this film. You play this movie without knowing what the matrix is. You sit down and see a trailer with a Warner Bros. sign on a green background (you ask yourself: why green?) And immediately, without warning, you are drawn into the grand spectacle. After 2 exciting hours, you stumble out of the cinema knowing what the matrix is.
3. "2001: A Space Odyssey" (1968)
Humanity finds a mysterious, obviously artificial artifact on the Moon, and with the help of the clever onboard computer HEL-9000, the space crew sets out in search. 2001 is the story of evolution. Sometime in the distant past, someone or something pushed evolution by placing a monolith on Earth (presumably somewhere else in another part of the universe). Then evolution allowed humanity to reach the surface of the Moon, where there is another monolith, which conveys messages about the development of humanity to those who left it. Now the race begins between computers (HEL) and humans (Bowman) to reach the owners of the monolith.
The winner will reach the next stage of evolution, whatever it may be. As a circle of human development, the film begins the story, skips the middle and moves to the end, right where we started. Noting the weakness of words in comparison with images, Kubrick wisely dispenses with dialogue, favoring the power and substance of the scenery and letting the audience decipher them themselves. Or not, depending on the audience. A monolith in cinematic history, A Space Odyssey is a symbol of excellent direction, execution and achievement. The ambitions of the film (a film about everything), and the success it has achieved in achieving them, can be considered a very strong argument in favor of the fact that this is the greatest of all films.
2. "Beginning" (2010)
In a world where technology exists that allows you to enter the human mind through dreams, a skilled thief is given the last chance at redemption, where he must do the most difficult job for himself. Inception is a well-made film, filmed in 6 different locations around the world. The directing is just outstanding, there were only about two moments, maybe a total of three seconds, where you can see that the visuals are used (of course, defying gravity is quite difficult). A pleasantly intricate plot with unexpected twists and turns that leave you on your toes throughout the film.
It's great to see a movie with a deep and emotional storyline, and not just grenade-throwing action heroes who reach greatness in the end. Inception also features a slender musical score, which for me was the final touch to the perfect film. If you are thinking of watching Inception, be sure to do it! Despite the fact that I was lucky enough to get on the free screening, this film will be worth all the money paid for it. A truly unique film, unlike anything previously seen. Christopher Nolan certainly opened new horizons with this film and was not afraid to leave us with an uncertain but exciting ending.
1. "The Shawshank Redemption" (1994)
Two prisoners, communicating with each other for many years, find consolation and a path to liberation through mutual nobility. This is not a typical Hollywood movie, it conveys a serious and deep message to the viewer. This film is built on a solid foundation, and that foundation is hope. One of the best films made in recent decades. This is a touching story of hope. Everyone needs hope.
This is what makes The Shawshank Redemption more than just a movie. He gives us a life lesson. This is the film that will be talked about 50 or even 100 years later. It is also a story about freedom, freedom from imprisonment, from power, from intolerance, bigotry and hatred. This is one of the few truly timeless films that is gripping and moving no matter how many times you watch it.
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