Which film do you consider to be a masterpiece?

I've seen thousands of films but there are only two that I might consider masterpieces, both directed by Hitchcock: "Vertigo" and "Rear Window". They aren't my only favourites by him, but they're two that at might consider come close to that description.

Which film do you consider to be a masterpiece?

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InOtterWords · F

I would definitely list The Godfather, Shawshank Redemption and Rebecca in this list, however all 3 are excellent novels that have been made into great movies.

I would also like to list Sixth Sense and Thelma and Louise.

And finally, even if a little cheesy I suggest Grease for that great 1970s take on the 1950s.

Frank52 · 70-79, M

@InOtterWords Oh YES... Sixth Sense was brilliant. I knew nothing about it when I first saw it and it's sometimes the best way because you can't get your genre expectations up.

InOtterWords · F

@Frank52 yes. I recently watched it with my daughter. I did jot tell her we were going to watch it because I didn't want her googling it.

monte3 · 70-79, M

@InOtterWords The Godfather (both 1 and 2) and Shawshank were beyond great! I really enjoyed Grease also.

Frank52 · 70-79, M

@InOtterWords Did she like it or guess the ending?

JohnnyNoir · 56-60, M

@InOtterWords Rebecca is right up there as my favorite Hitchcock film. And I’d lump Godfather 2 with the first one.

InOtterWords · F

@JohnnyNoir agree with you on both

PhilDeep · 51-55, M

@InOtterWords Thelma and Louise is a favourite. Enjoyed Sixth Sense too.