Superman
Excellence in technical execution and a strong score by John Williams help sell Superman as a strong superhero film, but it’s the stellar cast headlined by Christopher Reeve in the titular role that elevates it to a greatness that’s worthy of a prominent place in cinematic history.
The Wild Robot
The Wild Robot certainly deserves recognition as one of the best films of 2024 thanks in large part to its stellar voice cast, universal story, and beautiful animation work, and down the road, I wouldn’t be surprised to see it recognized as one of the best of all time either.
Dune: Part Two
The fact that Dune: Part Two lands toward the top of the films from 2024 should come as no surprise due in large part to its impressive achievements in scope along with some memorable characters and probably engaging story.
Avengers: Endgame
Avengers: Endgame remains one of the most ambitious and well-executed cinematic event films ever that still tells a satisfying story while giving us entertaining action and character moments, earning the film a place alongside the greats.
A Clockwork Orange
A Clockwork Orange is this rich warning of the potential ills of a society that abandons its young people, headed by a stellar performance by its villain and protagonist Malcolm McDowell as Alex, more than deserving of recognition for greatness.
Godzilla Minus One
Godzilla Minus One isn’t just one of the best monster/kaiju movies ever made, but simply one of the best films ever made thanks in large part to its great visuals and compelling story that blends excellently the two factors that make such films so popular.
Jurassic Park
The thrill of adventure, the marvel of seeing people chased by a t-rex, and the human connections that tie the film’s story together go a long way in earning it a place among the greats.
Children of Men
With Children of Men, we are given a truly immersive sci-fi action experience, expertly crafted by Alfonso Cuarón to draw the audience in and then give them a heaping helping of thematic elements alongside the typical fare we’ve come to expect from such dystopic films, earning it a guaranteed place among the Greatest Films of All Time.
Frankenstein
Frankenstein offers a near-perfect look at the genre of sci-fi/horror, giving the audience plenty to ruminate on while also providing sheer entertainment in the form of iconic characters, visuals, and locales, earning the film a place of greatness.
Spider-Man 2
The visuals and story of Spider-Man 2, highlighted by iconic moments, an unforgettable villain, and a compelling arc for Peter coming to terms with his role as both person and superhero, make the film not just one of the best superhero films of all time but simply one of the Greatest Films of All Time.
Iron Man
With the inspired casting of Robert Downey Jr. in the lead role and Jon Favreau’s creative liberties with the comic books, Iron Man became an instant classic, and it continues to shape the public’s perception of superhero films and blockbusters, cementing a place of greatness in cinematic history.
Spider-Man: No Way Home
What could easily have been a cheap attempt at using nostalgia to build an audience ends up being the powerful denouement of Tom Holland’s Peter Parker’s hero’s journey, accentuated by strong performances, fun moments, and gripping action that make Spider-Man: No Way Home one of the Best Films of All Time.
Solaris
Andrei Tarkovsky gives his audience plenty to ponder in Solaris, using everything from production design to dialogue to the performances of his actors to portray a truth about humanity and our need to see ourselves in the world and people around us, giving us an All Time Great in the process.
District 9
Blomkamp gives his audience a harrying look at racism and xenophobia from the corporate to the individual level, packaged in an easy to watch science fiction action thriller that without a doubt belongs among the Greatest Films of All Time.
The Iron Giant
The many positive aspects of The Iron Giant – its comedy, resonance, themes, and animation – coalesce into a near-perfect animated film, worthy of a spot among the Greatest Films of All Time.
King Kong (1933)
King Kong stands the test of time thanks to its innovative approach to visual effects and a genuinely engaging display of monster movie magic that combine to earn it a spot among the greats.
Invasion of the Body Snatchers
The speed and execution of the story in Invasion of the Body Snatchers make it one for the ages, delivering a high intensity thriller that’ll leave you questioning just enough to come away satisfied, marking it as one of the greats.
Eyes Without a Face
The haunting realism and religious imagery of Eyes Without a Face carve it a unique niche within the greater horror pantheon and, therefore, a guaranteed spot among the Greatest Films of All Time.
Guardians of the Galaxy
An iconic soundtrack brings together thrilling sci-fi action sequences, a fun team-up, and quality jokes in Guardians of the Galaxy, making James Gunn’s first MCU film not just one of the best in the franchise, but also one of the best superhero films ever and one of the Greatest Films of All Time.