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My Favorite Movies
By an Amazon.com customer
Catch a FireCatch a Fire
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The best way to learn about the world, politics and history is through movies like this.
Rabbit-Proof FenceRabbit-Proof Fence
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A side of Australia you never learned about in high school.
I Am DavidI Am David
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Another look at history from the eyes of film. Dark times with a message of hope. What a great combination! Excellent acting. From the book with minor changes. Well done.
The Crying Game (Collector's Edition)The Crying Game (Collector's Edition)
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History on film. Also showcases Forest Whitaker as an excellent actor. I loved the twists.
The Shawshank RedemptionThe Shawshank Redemption
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Stephen King should have had an Oscar for this. Riviting.
French KissFrench Kiss
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My absolute fave feel good movie. Made me fall in love with Meg Ryan and Kevin Kline.
Cirque du Soleil - Alegria: An Enchanting FableCirque du Soleil - Alegria: An Enchanting Fable
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This is so unusual I was enchanted, although there are some dark moments, I love this film, and Cirque du Soleil.
Xiu Xiu: The Sent Down GirlXiu Xiu: The Sent Down Girl
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Foreign films have much to offer. This is a sad heartbreaking story, but done with excellence.
The Road Home [VHS]The Road Home [VHS]
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A perfectly delicious film w/the wonderful Ziyi Zhang at her best.
Leaving Normal [VHS]Leaving Normal [VHS]
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Definitely a chick flick, about Freedom, Friendship, Dreams and Taking Chances. I love it!
Bagdad CafeBagdad Cafe
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Another quirky movie. Stay with it, when it starts you think it will be the most boring movie you ever watched. By the end,it will be an all time favorite. Outstanding performance by the late Jack Palance. The song "I Am Calling You" winds through the movie, and is worth the price of the movie in itself.
Ladies in LavenderLadies in Lavender
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A bit quirky, but thouroughly enchanting. Judi Dench, of course, is phenomenal; as is Maggie Smith. Joshua Bell lends the violin and the music is worth the movie, although it is one of my faves. The soundtrack is outstanding.
The Fisher KingThe Fisher King
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Robin Williams at his best, and Jeff Bridges is just awesome, totally outstanding in this movie. What a great story. Uplifting.
Good Will Hunting (Miramax Collector's Series)Good Will Hunting (Miramax Collector's Series)
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Another excellent look at just how good, no --Brilliant--Robin Williams is. Terrific!
Benny and JoonBenny and Joon
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Don't you just love Johnny Depp? This is the film that cemented that for me. Again meets the just a little quirky category.
Bread and TulipsBread and Tulips
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Wonderful film about finding out who you really are and finding freedom
Circle of FriendsCircle of Friends
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Well directed, well acted, excellent film.
The Man in the MoonThe Man in the Moon
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Heartbreaking, but oh so wonderful.
Turner and HoochTurner and Hooch
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Early Tom Hanks--just wonderful, funny, heartwarming ... and did I say FUNNY?!
Milk MoneyMilk Money
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Melanie Griffith is just adorable in this film.
Fried Green Tomatoes (Extended Anniversary Edition)Fried Green Tomatoes (Extended Anniversary Edition)
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An absolutely excellent film you'll want to see again & again.
Matchstick Men (Full Screen Edition) (Snap Case)Matchstick Men (Full Screen Edition) (Snap Case)
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Nicolas Cage, Alison Lohman do a wonderful job in this story. Great twist at the end.
Scent of a WomanScent of a Woman
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Don't know when I have enjoyed Pacino more.
The Witches of EastwickThe Witches of Eastwick
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Had to see this twice to like it, but with Cher & Jack Nicholson, how could it miss?
The English Patient (Miramax Collector's Edition)The English Patient (Miramax Collector's Edition)
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Ralph Fiennes--what a hunk! Fabulous movie, interesting flashback usage.
The Emerald ForestThe Emerald Forest
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I am so glad I found this movie---it is so excellent.
Tess (Special Edition)Tess (Special Edition)
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What makes classics classic. Kinski is superb.
Mask (Director's Cut, Widescreen)Mask (Director's Cut, Widescreen)
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A wonderful performance by Cher in a part made for her. Moving.
Il PostinoIl Postino
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Sad, but well worth the watch.
City of Angels (Snap Case)City of Angels (Snap Case)
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I've watched parts of this, and most of it, but I cannot watch the end. Nicolas, as usual, his broody self.
Cold Mountain (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)Cold Mountain (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)
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An absolutely wonderful film. Sad, romantic, thoughtful. Everything.
Life Is Beautiful [Region 2]Life Is Beautiful [Region 2]
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A wonderful film, although touching & sad, but with hope.