6. My Best and Favourite Films by Genre

In this section, I share with you my favourite film and what I think the best film in each genre.

PLEASE NOTE – THIS SECTION IS RARELY UPDATED

Action

The best action film in my opinion is:

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989)

This film stars Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones with support from Sean Connery as his father, Dr. Henry Jones. The film was directed by Steven Spielberg. My favourite of the Indiana Jones series and, in my opinion, the best action film ever made.

My favourite action film is:

Transformers (2007)

Now here is a film that I could watch over and over again. Even though I still love Indiana Jones, Transformers is my favourite action flick. The film stars Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox with supprot from Jon Voight. It was directed by the infamous Michael Bay.

Other films that followed closely behind:

• The Matrix (1999)
• Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
• Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1991)
• Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
• The Terminator (1984)
• Casino Royale (2006)
• Predator (1987)
• The Matrix Reloaded (2003)

Adventure

The best adventure film, in my opinion, is:

Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980)

The Star Wars Trilogy is my favourite film series, with the original film being my favourite and, in my opinion, the best film ever made. However, it’s sequel has jam packed ever more adventure into it and is considered by many people better than the original. This film co-stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford and Carrie Fisher. The film was directed by Irvin Kershner.

My favourite adventure film is:

Back to the Future (1985)

This film provides non-stop fun and adventure throughoutand is up with The Empire Strikes Back. The film star Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd and was directed by Robert Zemeckis.

Other films that followed closely behind:

• Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989)
• Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
• Star Wars (1977)
• Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
• Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (1983)
• Jurassic Park (1993)
• Back to the Future Part II/III

Comedy

The best comedy, in my opinion, is:

Rain Man (1988)

Ok, some of you will be saying “hey, this is a drama” and I would say that you are right, but there is great humour within the script. It is not just any old comedy, it is humour that has been weaved through an autistic character and has a fantasic result. That is what makes it supurb! The film star Dustin Hoffman and Tom Criuse and was directed by Barry Levinson.

My favourite comedy is:

Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975)

Sure, the humour is outragous and stupid, but hell it is so funny! The film star John Cleese, Graham Chapman, Michael Palin and more and was directed by Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones.

Other films that followed closely behind:

• Life of Brian (1979)
• As Good as it Gets (1997)
• Finding Nemo (2003)
• Hot Fuzz (2007)
• Meet the Parents (2000)
• The Blues Brothers (1980)
• Shaun of the Dead (2004)
• Death at a Funeral (2007)

Crime

The best crime film in my opinion is:

Pulp Fiction (1994)

I think this is pretty self-explainator. The film stars John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman and Bruce Willis. It was directed by Quentin Tarantino.

My favourite crime film is:

Pulp Fiction (1994)

I can’t get past how good this film is, and it is a masterpiece.

Other films that followed closely behind:

• No Country for Old Men (2007)
• Se7en (1995)
• The Departed (2006)
• The Godfather (1972)
• Scarface (1981)
• Reservoir Dogs (1991)
• Collateral (2004)
• Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrells (1998)

Drama

The best drama in my opinion is:

The Shawshank Redemption (1994)

This film stars Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman. It was directed by Frank Darabont. Just one breathtaking film, and one of my favourite.

My favourite drama is:

The Dish (2000)

This classic aussie drama is one of the best feel-good films I have ever seen and shows us the other end of the Apollo 11 landing on the moon. The film stars Sam Neill and Patrick Warburton. It was directed by Rob Sitch.

Other films that followed closely behind:

• The Prestige (2006)
• Pulp Fiction (1994)
• Schindler’s List (1993)
• Blood Diamond (2006)
• Coach Carter (2005)
• The Godfather (1972)
• Memento (2000)

Era

The best era film in my opinion is:

Gladiator (2000)

This stunning film shows Russell Crowe and director Ridley Scott at their best and is also one of my favourites. This might be why it is always played on TV. The film also stars Joaquin Phoenix and Connie Nielson.

My favourite era film is:

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)

Hopefully this is considered to be an era film, well it is set a long time ago, the 1700’s in fact. This is just straight forward awesome. The film stars Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley. It was directed by Gore Verbinski.

Other films that followed closely behind:

• The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King/The Two Towers (2003/2002)
• Braveheart (1995)
• Ben-Hur (1959)
• Spartacus (1960)

Hero

The best hero film in my opinion is:

The Matrix (1999)

A Hero film doesn’t necessarily mean superhero. Neo is the saviour of mankind, and this film shows his first remarkable footsteps. Well, he is meant to be the modern action icon of Jesus Christ. This is also one of my favourite films. The film stars Keanu Reeves, Lawrence Fishburne, Hugo Weaving and Carrie-Anne Moss. It was directed by Andy and Larry Wachowski.

My favourite hero film is:

Transformers (2007)

This film has several large robotic heroes that save the world from destruction. Oh, and lets not forget about smaller more commonly normal sized hero, Shia LaBeouf.

Other films that followed closely behind:

• Batman Begins (2005)
• Spiderman (2002)
• Spiderman 2 (2004)
• Superman (1978)
• Batman (1989)
• X2 (2003)

Horror

The best horror film in my opinion is:

The Exorcist (1973)

This film takes the power of Christ and uses against devil that has posessed a young girls life. Remarkable made, remarkable scary and also one of my favourite horror films. The film stars Ellen Burstyn, Jason Miller and Max von Sydow. It was directed by William Friedkin.

My favourite horror film is:

Saw (2004)

It may be badly acted with an average script, but it is an intant hit and a very well made film for debut director James Wan and writer Liegh Whannell. Even better, they are from Australia, Whannell being Australian born. The film star Leigh Whannell, Cary Elwes and Danny Glover.

Other films that followed closely behind:

• The Shining (1980)
• Alien (1979)
• Halloween (1978)
• The Evil Dead (1981)
• A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)
• Friday the 13th (1980)
• The Sixth Sense (1999)
• Psycho (1960)

Science-Fiction

The best science-fiction film in my opinion is:

Star Wars (1977)

Nothing can get past the original Star Wars film! It stars and Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Alec Guinness and Carrie Fisher and was directed by George Lucas.

My favourite science-fiction film is:

Star Wars (1977)

As I said earlier, nothing can get past the original Star Wars film!

Other films that followed closely behind:

• Blade Runner (1982)
• Back to the Future (1985)
• Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980)
• Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (1983)
• The Matrix (1999)
• Sunshine (2007)
• Terminator 2: Judgement Day

Thriller

The best thriller in my opinion is:

No Country for Old Men (2007)

The film delivers the best suspense you get ever come across with great acting performances and one very creepy and brilliantly played villain. The script is also a masterpiece and is also one of my favourite thrillers. The film stars Tommy Lee Jones, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin and Woody Harrellson. It was directed by Ethan and Joel Coen.

My favourite thriller is:

Panic Room (2002)

Jodie Foster at her best sinse The Silence of the Lambs teamed up with the ultimate thrilleer director. Maximum suspense in such a basically plotted film. The film also star Forest Whitaker and Kirsten Stewart. It was directed by David Fincher.

Other films that followed closely behind:

• Se7en (1995)
• Jaws (1975)
• The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
• Witness (1985)

War

The best war film in my opinion is:

Schindler’s List (1993)

Considered to be one of best and most powerful films ever made. I agree! The film stars Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes and Ben Kingsley. It was finely directed by Steven Spielberg.

My favourite war film is:

Behind Enemy Lines (2001)

Even though this is isn’t a very highly rated film and some poeple might think I must be joking, well for some reason I just love this film. The film stars Owen Wilson and Gene Hackman and was directed by John Moore.

Other films that followed closely behind:

• Apocalypse Now (1979)
• Saving Private Ryan (1997)
• Full Metal Jacket (1987)