15 modern films that have become classics
It's always nice to look back and plunge into the cinematic archives in search of good old movies.
But if you have a little more free time than usual, pay attention to these films that were shot relatively recently — over the past 15 years, but have already managed to take their rightful place next to cult works.
"Donnie Darko", 2001
Jake Gyllenhaal, then not too well-known actor, plays the role of a difficult teenager who, after an accident, is tormented by visions of the future. He also discovers in himself the ability to control time and fate. The film became a cult, as it conveyed the very uncertainty about the future that the younger generation is experiencing.
"City of God", 2002
Through the lives of the main characters, from their childhood and adulthood, we can look at the slums of Rio de Janeiro. The film was shot mainly by non-professional actors, so it is distinguished by sincerity and realism.
"Eternal Sunshine of the Pure Mind", 2004
One of the most original love stories of the last 15 years. And one of the best works of Jim Carrey, who plays the role of Joel, who, after breaking up with his girlfriend Clementine (Kate Winslet), goes to a doctor specializing in memory erasure to forget about his love.
"Double portion", 2004
Director Morgan Spurlock drew attention to one of the problems of American society - the obesity of the population - and pointed the camera at the McDonald's chain, changing our opinion about fast food.
"Old people don't belong here", 2007
The Cohen brothers created a modern western in the best traditions of the genre, having adapted the novel by Cormac McCarthy. Josh Brolin plays a man who stumbled upon a huge amount of money and went on the run, and Javier Bardem is inimitable in the role of a psychopathic killer.
"Ratatouille", 2007
The cartoon is worth watching not only for children, but also for adults. The seemingly easy plot about a rat who fancies himself a chef is actually not so simple.
"Oil", 2007
Paul Thomas Anderson presents a truly grandiose film: the plot, music, and cinematography are all on top. Daniel Day‑Lewis, as always, is great. This time he excellently played the role of a manic oil baron.
Zodiac, 2007
David Fincher told the story of a killer who terrorized San Francisco for a quarter of a century. The director managed to keep a keen sense of suspense throughout the film, and by the end you suspect absolutely everyone.
"WALL-I", 2008
Without a doubt, one of the best works of Pixar studio. A cute and kind cartoon, showing the journey of a faithful robot, reveals many topics, including a love story and obesity problems.
"Inglourious Bastards", 2009
The acclaimed film by Quentin Tarantino, where Brad Pitt plays the leader of a Jewish group whose mission is to kill as many Nazis in France as possible.
"The Beginning", 2010
Director Christopher Nolan has always loved to play with the perception and consciousness of the audience, and this film has become one of the best in the genre of original film fiction. Leonardo DiCaprio plays the leader of a group whose members invade people's dreams to steal information.
"Drive", 2011
Director Nicolas Winding Refn took and combined his love of violence, Ryan Gosling and the music of Cliff Martinez - and received a thriller that claimed the Oscar in the main categories and became the winner of the Cannes Film Festival in the nomination "Best Director".
"Master", 2012
One of the examples of excellent acting (Philip Hoffman and Joaquin Phoenix) you will see in this film, which tells about a demobilized sailor who cannot find his place in post-war America. And then he meets the charismatic creator of a certain religious group.
"Admixture", 2013
The film tells about two people whose life and behavior — which they do not know about - is under the influence of a complex parasite, whose life cycle consists of three phases: it goes through a closed cycle from people to pigs, then to orchids and back to people.
"Adolescence", 2014
The multi-year project will allow you to follow the development of a real person from the moment of birth. A unique chance to see the growing up of a child year after year, the life of his parents and the changes in the surrounding world.
Keywords: Cinematography | Classics | Contemporary art | Films