Classic Movie Lists
Lists of classic movies by genre or theme, award winners, suggested viewing, the best films of individual directors, actors and actresses. Classic movies arranged in fun, thematic, entertaining list form.
Classic Movie Remakes Released in 2007
They say that imitation is the highest form of flattery. Well, sometimes it is, and sometimes it’s one huge insult. Here are five movies from 2007 that were remakes of classic films; some stand up to the original and some should have left well enough alone…
They say that imitation is the highest form of flattery. Well, sometimes it is, and sometimes it’s one huge insult. Here are five movies from 2007 that were remakes of classic films; some stand up to the original and some should have left well enough alone…
Best Picture Oscar Winners of the 1950s
In the 1950s, Oscar favored a mix of big-time epics, sunny musicals and dark melodramas for its top award. Here’s a guide to the classic movies that captured the Best Picture Oscar in that decade of American post-war prosperity, along with the losing nominees and the great films that weren’t nominated for Best Picture. Some "losers" have stood the test of time better than the …
In the 1950s, Oscar favored a mix of big-time epics, sunny musicals and dark melodramas for its top award. Here’s a guide to the classic movies that captured the Best Picture Oscar in that decade of American post-war prosperity, along with the losing nominees and the great films that weren’t nominated for Best Picture. Some "losers" have stood the test of time better than the …
Great Classic Films for Every Member of the Family
Classic movies make great gifts, enjoyed not only by the recipient, but by everybody in the household. Here’s a somewhat tongue-in-cheek list of great classic films for every family member on your gift list.
Classic movies make great gifts, enjoyed not only by the recipient, but by everybody in the household. Here’s a somewhat tongue-in-cheek list of great classic films for every family member on your gift list.
Nine Holiday Movies
The power of the holidays to thaw chilly hearts and help the lost find their way have been enduring holiday themes -- along with terrific love stories and entertaining musicals. Here are nine of the most memorable.
The power of the holidays to thaw chilly hearts and help the lost find their way have been enduring holiday themes -- along with terrific love stories and entertaining musicals. Here are nine of the most memorable.
Published December, 2007
10 Terrific Movie Love Stories
As Sam sings in Casablanca, "the world will always welcome lovers," and so will Hollywood. Almost every genre of movie does better with a great romance. In no particular order, here's ten classic movies with deeply satisfying love stories - each very different, and each very good.
As Sam sings in Casablanca, "the world will always welcome lovers," and so will Hollywood. Almost every genre of movie does better with a great romance. In no particular order, here's ten classic movies with deeply satisfying love stories - each very different, and each very good.
10 Great, Classic Political Movies
Hollywood has always been fascinated with politics - and vice versa. Here are ten great old movies about politics, money, and power, from political thrillers to screwball comedies.
Hollywood has always been fascinated with politics - and vice versa. Here are ten great old movies about politics, money, and power, from political thrillers to screwball comedies.
Top 10 Classic Movies to Get You Started
You can't go wrong with any of these terrific classic movies. Beloved by critics and fans alike, these old movies have earned a well-deserved place in the ranks of the most influential classic films ever to come out of Hollywood. You simply must see them.
You can't go wrong with any of these terrific classic movies. Beloved by critics and fans alike, these old movies have earned a well-deserved place in the ranks of the most influential classic films ever to come out of Hollywood. You simply must see them.
Tips for Enjoying Classic Films
Great movies appeal to every generation, but over time, techniques, taste, and technology change. Here are some tips to help you get the most from classic movies.
Great movies appeal to every generation, but over time, techniques, taste, and technology change. Here are some tips to help you get the most from classic movies.
Ten Great Classic Films to Get You Started
If you're new to classic films, here's ten great choices to get you started, from a range of genres and styles. Try Casablanca, It Happened One Night, To Kill a Mockingbird, Sunset Boulevard, Some Like It Hot, Dr. Strangelove, Psycho or Ben Hur.
If you're new to classic films, here's ten great choices to get you started, from a range of genres and styles. Try Casablanca, It Happened One Night, To Kill a Mockingbird, Sunset Boulevard, Some Like It Hot, Dr. Strangelove, Psycho or Ben Hur.
Classic Movie Remakes Released in 2007
They say that imitation is the highest form of flattery. Well, sometimes it is, and sometimes it’s one huge insult. Here are five movies from 2007 that were remakes of classic films; some stand up to the original and some should have left well enough alone…
They say that imitation is the highest form of flattery. Well, sometimes it is, and sometimes it’s one huge insult. Here are five movies from 2007 that were remakes of classic films; some stand up to the original and some should have left well enough alone…
Best Picture Oscar Winners of the 1950s
In the 1950s, Oscar favored a mix of big-time epics, sunny musicals and dark melodramas for its top award. Here are the classic movies that captured the Best Picture Oscar in that decade of American post-war prosperity - and the movies that lost.
In the 1950s, Oscar favored a mix of big-time epics, sunny musicals and dark melodramas for its top award. Here are the classic movies that captured the Best Picture Oscar in that decade of American post-war prosperity - and the movies that lost.
Great Classic Films for Every Member of the Family
Classic movies make great presents, and can be enjoyed not only by the recipient, but by anybody else in the household. Here’s a somewhat tongue-in-cheek list of great classic films for every family member on your list.
Classic movies make great presents, and can be enjoyed not only by the recipient, but by anybody else in the household. Here’s a somewhat tongue-in-cheek list of great classic films for every family member on your list.
Tips for Enjoying Classic Films
If you think old movies are slow, boring and colorless, think again. Hollywood produced great movies in the '30s, '40s, '50s and '60s that any fan will enjoy. Just change your expectations a little. Here are some tips for getting the most out of classic films.
If you think old movies are slow, boring and colorless, think again. Hollywood produced great movies in the '30s, '40s, '50s and '60s that any fan will enjoy. Just change your expectations a little. Here are some tips for getting the most out of classic films.
A Guide to Classic Movie Genres and Styles
A quick guide to the genres and styles that define classic movies. Film noir, B-movies, epics, sci-fi, biopics, it's all here, along with great examples of every genre.
A quick guide to the genres and styles that define classic movies. Film noir, B-movies, epics, sci-fi, biopics, it's all here, along with great examples of every genre.
List of Reviews and Ratings
An alphabetical list of classic movies reviewed on this site and their star ratings.
An alphabetical list of classic movies reviewed on this site and their star ratings.
Turner Classic Movies Monthly Schedule
To get a handy printout of the movies coming up every month on TCM (hands down the best source for classic movies on cable) click on "monthly primetime grid" in the left-hand column. Tuck it into your TV guide for handy TiVo reference!
To get a handy printout of the movies coming up every month on TCM (hands down the best source for classic movies on cable) click on "monthly primetime grid" in the left-hand column. Tuck it into your TV guide for handy TiVo reference!