Great Plot + Style + Music = Great Film

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Donnie Darko [2002] [DVD]
1.  Donnie Darko [2002] [DVD] DVD ~ Jake Gyllenhaal
The list author says:
  "A truly original film. You'll be lying wake at night thinking about this one. Brilliant 80's soundtrack and a perfect performance by Jake Gyllenhaal. My tip is to stick with the original cut."
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Requiem For A Dream [DVD] [2001]
2.  Requiem For A Dream [DVD] [2001] DVD ~ Ellen Burstyn
The list author says:
  "A very intense and powerful portrayal of addiction, accompanied by a powerful score. Ellen Burstyn puts in a top notch performance."
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Amelie (Two Disc Special Edition) [DTS] [DVD]
3.  Amelie (Two Disc Special Edition) [DTS] [DVD] DVD ~ Amelie
The list author says:
  "Gorgeous cinematography, beautiful music and a not stop pace. Pure magic."
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Magnolia (2 Disc Box Set) [1999] [DVD]
4.  Magnolia (2 Disc Box Set) [1999] [DVD] DVD ~ Tom Cruise
The list author says:
  "Brilliant acting from a stella cast (Tom Cruise at his best). Jon Brion's score really helps build the tension. Even after 3 hours I didn't want it to end."
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American Beauty [DVD] [2000]
5.  American Beauty [DVD] [2000] DVD ~ Kevin Spacey
The list author says:
  "Enchanting. Spacey is awesome and Tom Newmans score is incredibly heartfelt."
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Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind [DVD] [2004]
6.  Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind [DVD] [2004] DVD ~ Jim Carrey
The list author says:
  "A truly enjoyable film, who knew Jim Carey could be likeable and Kate Winslet so vile! Charlie Kaufman provides another brilliant and unique script."
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Memento [2000] [DVD]
7.  Memento [2000] [DVD] DVD ~ Guy Pearce
The list author says:
  "Astounding film making. The very intelligent script truly puts you in the place of the protagonist and keeps you guessing to the very end."
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Salton Sea [DVD]
8.  Salton Sea [DVD] DVD ~ Val Kilmer
The list author says:
  "A superb noir thriller with rich cinematography and score. Val Kilmer takes a wise and rewarding turn as the lowlife out for revenge. A very overlooked film."
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Gerry [DVD] [2003]
9.  Gerry [DVD] [2003] DVD ~ Casey Affleck
The list author says:
  "Bit of a controversial pick. The plot and music are pretty thin (probably the slowest moving film I've seen) but the cinematography and style are one of a kind. You'll either love or hate this one!"
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Spirited Away [DVD]
10.  Spirited Away [DVD] DVD ~ Daveigh Chase
The list author says:
  "Miyazaki produces a masterpiece in storytelling, with truly magical characters. Worth every bit of that Oscar."
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Ghost In The Shell [DVD] [1995]
11.  Ghost In The Shell [DVD] [1995] DVD ~ Atsuko Tanaka
The list author says:
  "A great mix of animation and CGI. The action sequences are thrilling and as for the plot this one requires some serious thought"
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Perfect Blue [1999] [DVD]
12.  Perfect Blue [1999] [DVD] DVD ~ Junko Iwao
The list author says:
  "Like no other anime. Very intelligent, absorbing and full of tension."
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A Tale Of Two Sisters [DVD] [2004]
13.  A Tale Of Two Sisters [DVD] [2004] DVD ~ Kap-su Kim
The list author says:
  "Not only is this scary as hell it's also visually beautiful. Had me checking the closet at night!"
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Sympathy For Mr Vengeance [DVD] [2003]
14.  Sympathy For Mr Vengeance [DVD] [2003] DVD ~ Kang-ho Song
The list author says:
  "The first in Park Chan-Wook's trilogy. Another slow moving film with little music. Brilliant acting and storyline in this violent and very black comedy."
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Oldboy [DVD] [2003]
15.  Oldboy [DVD] [2003] DVD ~ Choi Min-Sik
The list author says:
  "Park's second. This film oozes class. Great use of music (especially Vivaldi in the torture scene). I had a permanent grin on my face throughout watching this film. Roll on the third."
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Save The Green Planet [DVD] [2003]
16.  Save The Green Planet [DVD] [2003] 
The list author says:
  "How a film with such a crazy mix of genres was pulled off so well I have no idea. Funny, inventive, exciting, touching. You name it this film has got it"
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House of Flying Daggers [DVD]
17.  House of Flying Daggers [DVD] DVD ~ Zhang Ziyi
The list author says:
  "A stunning swordsplay film with more of an intimate feel than most other films in this genre"
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Chungking Express [DVD] [1995]
18.  Chungking Express [DVD] [1995] DVD ~ Brigitte Lin
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Happy Together [1997] [DVD]
19.  Happy Together [1997] [DVD] DVD ~ Leslie Cheung
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Ichi the Killer [DVD] [2003]
20.  Ichi the Killer [DVD] [2003] DVD ~ Tadanobu Asano
The list author says:
  "The work of a twisted mind. Then again a piece on sadism and masochism was never going to be a PG. Over the top violence and extraordinary characters means for an entertaining film."
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Zatoichi [2004] [DVD]
21.  Zatoichi [2004] [DVD] DVD ~ 'Beat' Takeshi Kitano
The list author says:
  "Takeshi Kitano in his element. It is set against a beautiful backdrop of feudal Japan and there is a lovely comedic presence. Tap dancing has never been cooler! Quite a contrast to the above film."
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Lost In Translation [DVD] [2004]
22.  Lost In Translation [DVD] [2004] DVD ~ Bill Murray
The list author says:
  "Atmospheric, moody, contemplative and at times hilarious. Let yourself be swept into this dreamlike film"
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Apocalypse Now Redux [DVD] [1979]
23.  Apocalypse Now Redux [DVD] [1979] DVD ~ Marlon Brando|Robert Duvall|Martin Sheen|Frederic Forrest
The list author says:
  "I'm not really into war films, but this.... this I love. Very dark and moody. Marlon Brando is truly horrifying as the Colonel."
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Blade Runner (The Director's Cut) [DVD] [1982]
24.  Blade Runner (The Director's Cut) [DVD] [1982] DVD ~ Harrison Ford
The list author says:
  "A landmark in sci-fi. With a brilliantly executed noir tone to the film. The neon cityscapes have the same impact now as they originally did. It even improves with repeated viewing."
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Gattaca [DVD] [1998]
25.  Gattaca [DVD] [1998] DVD ~ Ethan Hawke
The list author says:
  "Science fiction with intelligence. Nyman's excellent score gives a somber and mournful feel to the film."
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