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I think this might be the most underappreciated of all the HP films. It's broody and even edgy at times and does a really good job of condensing what was (then) the longest book into the shortest running time (unlike the first two entries in the series). Daniel Radcliffe did put a lot of energy...

The ultimate disaster film of the 1970s is all about the special effects. I've always regarded STAR WARS and George Lucas as being responsible for the invention of 'blockbuster' films. But maybe this is (it was made three years before).

Simply put, my favourite film of all-time. Saw it aged 12 during Christmas; I've been an old movie junkie ever since. I'm lucky to have parents who have soooo much knowledge about these movies (especially the unmissable ones). It's been a great education, and I'm still learning every day.

This classic modern film noir is brilliantly scripted by Robert Towne and boasts superb performances all round. Director Roman Polanski (who has a small part as a hood who cuts Nicholson’s nose) handles proceedings with measured assurance in what is a complex masterpiece. Definitely worthy of...

Polished but unnecessary remake of the 1954 Billy Wilder hit romance which, predictably, suffers in comparison. Julia Ormond is given the unenviable task of following Audrey Hepburn but her modern portrait of a woman of the 1990s is quite commendable. Unfortunately the chemistry between herself...

Hepburn shines in this sophisticated romance playing a working class chauffeur’s daughter who’s swept off her feet by wealthy playboy Holden. Bogart is his older, workaholic brother who attempts to thwart their budding relationship for business and, eventually, personal reasons. Bogart’s casting...

Grant is superb as a dashing advertising exec who’s mistaken for a double agent and gets himself involved in a dangerous cat-and-mouse chase across America with the police and crooks on his trail. It all culminates in a legendary crop-dusting plane scene and Mount Rushmore finalé. There’s great...

There’s magic to spare in this inspirational film, Frank Capra's lovingly crafted, sentimental blend of drama, comedy, tragedy and fantasy. Stewart was never better as a financially-strapped, suicidal family man visited by an angel (Travers), who shows him what the world would be like had he...

This is a madcap, overcooked farce from Spielberg set five days after the Pearl Harbor bombings. The story is set in Hollywood amidst mass chaos when it’s believed a Japanese submarine is about to attack L.A. The period detail and production design are impeccable and a huge ensemble cast deliver...

Wacky WW2 adventure, most amusing to see a nonchalant Eastwood walk calmly through a film with so many explosions!! Not to be taken at all seriously, this large-scale caper lacks any real authenticity (Sutherland’s 1940s hippie is ridiculous) but entertains in spades.

A nice blend of action, drama and road movie with Clint in good form but it’s Jeff Bridges who walks away with the film as his impulsive but naive sidekick. An enjoyable, almost casual debut by writer/director Cimino (not like most of his later films).

The real Melvin makes a brief appearance behind the bus station lunch counter. Thanks HPD for championing this sweet, under-appreciated film. Demme should be remembered for more than just SOTL and PHILADELPHIA.

His films were full of great performances. MELVIN AND HOWARD comes to mind when thinking of his great lesser known films.

I'd have to ask my father. He was of that generation; unfortunately Cat has released no music in my life time (so far) which kinda sucks. I think he's like a hermit now,

This is Jimmy Stewart at his most likeable. Josephine Hull stole every scene she was in as his batty sister:emoji_laughing: His character is arguably the most well-balanced in the film (irony!).

I thought this was great too. Lisbeth Salander is one of the best, most fascinating female characters in the history of film imo. What did you make of the violence in the film? It walked a fine line, I think. The remake was pretty good too. Rooney Mara kicked ass.

I know, right?! I'd never have thought that Charles Laughton was thin-skinned or insecure. They (critics) really did a job on him with that film. A similar thing happened to Michael Powell after he made PEEPING TOM. Now it's rightly considered a classic. It's mad how opinion of films can shift...

Beautifully-made Depression-era allegory on innocence vs evil, one of the great masterpieces of American film (despite being largely dismissed by critics on its initial release). Mitchum delivers a frightening portrayal of smooth talking but villainous itinerant preacher Reverend Harry Powell...

Yep. Misspent youth, I've been told!!

I'd plump for INLAND EMPIRE. It was like David Lynch was trying to confuse/provoke his fans even more than normal. I wonder if Laura Dern even understood what the hell was going on. Still great stuff and worthy of multiple viewings. The most perplexing film that's improves every time I watch it...