Recommendations of advanced cinema with a random touch

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The Third Man [DVD] [1949]
1.  The Third Man [DVD] [1949] DVD ~ Orson Welles
The list author says:
  "I am no fan of ratings, but in my book there is no other film that comes as close to completeness as "The Third Man". After the Third viewing (at the latest) it will never leave you."
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The Apartment [DVD]
2.  The Apartment [DVD] DVD ~ Jack Lemmon
The list author says:
  "Funny, serious, light-hearted, uplifting and sad... but honest. The ultimate intelligent comedy and one of Billy Wilder's greatest achievements."
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Charlie Chaplin - The Great Dictator [1940] [DVD]
3.  Charlie Chaplin - The Great Dictator [1940] [DVD] DVD ~ Charlie Chaplin
The list author says:
  "Not the classical Chaplin, but a comedic highlight in the history of film. Chaplin's plead for humanity while satirizing Hitler. And he does it so well..."
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The Asphalt Jungle [1950] [DVD]
4.  The Asphalt Jungle [1950] [DVD] DVD ~ Sterling Hayden
The list author says:
  "Excellent film noir with an even cast. Never have the dark, slimy characters of the 30s pulp novels been as genuinely depicted like in this John Huston classic."
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The Hustler [1961] [DVD]
5.  The Hustler [1961] [DVD] DVD ~ Paul Newman
The list author says:
  "Beautifully shot and acted. A treat for everyone who once played for money and couldn't defeat his inner demons."
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The Party (2 Disc Special Edition) [1968] [DVD]
6.  The Party (2 Disc Special Edition) [1968] [DVD] DVD ~ Peter Sellers
The list author says:
  "Brilliant Sellers in a lighthearted comedy that I cannot recommend enough (if you don't mind the late sixties flair)."
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Once Upon a Time in the West -- Special Collector's Edition (2 discs) [DVD] [1969]
7.  Once Upon a Time in the West -- Special Collector's Edition (2 discs) [DVD] [1969] DVD ~ Henry Fonda
The list author says:
  "Director Leone and composer Morricone once again team up to create an opera-like film of epic proportions. Except that the vocals are supplied by the actors, and they do not sing. They shoot."
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Paris, Texas [1984] [DVD]
8.  Paris, Texas [1984] [DVD] DVD ~ Harry Dean Stanton
The list author says:
  "Patient, well constructed drama that goes straight for the heart."
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Amadeus -- Director's Cut 2-Disc Special Edition [DVD] [1985]
9.  Amadeus -- Director's Cut 2-Disc Special Edition [DVD] [1985] DVD ~ F. Murray Abraham
The list author says:
  "Fictional account of Salieri's rivalry towards Mozart. Brilliant actors, excellent costumes and exquisite MUSIC!"
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Brazil [1985] [DVD]
10.  Brazil [1985] [DVD] DVD ~ Jonathan Pryce
The list author says:
  "Far from unflawed, but draws you in, enchants you with its beauty and never lets go."
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Down By Law [1986] [DVD]
11.  Down By Law [1986] [DVD] DVD ~ Tom Waits
The list author says:
  ""It's a sad but beautiful world" ... Not a "masterpiece", but then again what is? Essential Jarmusch."
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Unbearable Lightness Of Being - 2 Disc Special Edition [DVD]
12.  Unbearable Lightness Of Being - 2 Disc Special Edition [DVD] DVD ~ The Unbearable Lightness of Being
The list author says:
  "Thought provoking epic on infidelity. Yes, fight your demons, fight them!"
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Cinema Paradiso [1989] [DVD]
13.  Cinema Paradiso [1989] [DVD] DVD ~ Philippe Noiret
The list author says:
  "It will moisten your eyes and make you dream of a small Italian village far, far away. Gives the film lover memories he never even had - music by Ennio Morricone."
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Delicatessen [DVD] [1991]
14.  Delicatessen [DVD] [1991] DVD ~ Dominique Pinon
The list author says:
  "Weird, hilarious and  black futuristic comedy by unfairly labeled "mainstream director" Jeunet. Has an uplifting romantic touch."
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The Three Colours Trilogy [DVD]
15.  The Three Colours Trilogy [DVD] DVD ~ Juliette Binoche
The list author says:
  "And when nobody thought it possible anymore, Polish director Kieslowski rediscovered the art of cinema. Important and mind-possessing!"
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Groundhog Day (Collector's Edition) [DVD] [2002]
16.  Groundhog Day (Collector's Edition) [DVD] [2002] DVD ~ Bill Murray
The list author says:
  "Rather well-known, but often appreciated for the wrong motives. Great modern classic you shouldn't miss (in case you miraculously did)."
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Hana-Bi [DVD] [1998]
17.  Hana-Bi [DVD] [1998] DVD ~ Takeshi Kitano
The list author says:
  "Poetic and brutal, yet beautifully done. For those who can look the ugliness of life in the eye .. and snarl back."
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High Fidelity [DVD] [2000]
18.  High Fidelity [DVD] [2000] DVD ~ John Cusack
The list author says:
  "Great. Not exactly because of how it is filmed, but for its constant entertainment and honesty. Modern cult."
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The Pledge [2001] [DVD]
19.  The Pledge [2001] [DVD] DVD ~ Jack Nicholson
The list author says:
  "Unconventional, often unjustly underappreciated film. Far from pleasant, but excellent as far as I am concerned."
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Lost In Translation [DVD] [2004]
20.  Lost In Translation [DVD] [2004] DVD ~ Bill Murray
The list author says:
  "Lovely. What it does, it does well. Eloquently captures every situation and feeling it tries to present."
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A Very Long Engagement - 2 Disc Edition [DVD]
21.  A Very Long Engagement - 2 Disc Edition [DVD] DVD ~ Audrey Tautou
The list author says:
  "Amazing visuals. Jeunet embraces his special effects instead of abusing them. And did I mention everything else is excellent, too?"
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Ong Bak (2 Disc Special Collector's Edition) [DVD] [2003]
22.  Ong Bak (2 Disc Special Collector's Edition) [DVD] [2003] DVD ~ Ong-Bak
The list author says:
  "Forget the plot. Forget the acting. If you are a friend of martial arts you will be delighted. "No stunt doubles, no computer images, no strings attached""
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Motorcycle Diaries, the [DVD]
23.  Motorcycle Diaries, the [DVD] DVD ~ Gael Garcia Bernal
The list author says:
  "Lovely adventure film with beautiful shots that draw you into the screen and will make you wish it was you who made a motorcycle trip through the South America of the 1950s..."
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Bloodsport [DVD]
24.  Bloodsport [DVD] DVD ~ Jean-Claude Van Damme
The list author says:
  "If you had any respect for me so far, it will probably go with my last two recommendations. Yes, Bloodsport is a bad film, but you'll probably find no pulp-cult as involuntarily amusing as this."
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Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story [DVD]
25.  Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story [DVD] 
The list author says:
  "Like the one above, Dodgeball is to be preferably enjoyed drunk or with a beat up crowd of friends. Utterly low-brow with the running gag being 'people get hit by balls'. I need this stuff sometimes!"
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Once Upon A Time In The West [Blu-ray] [1968][Region Free] forum
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Once Upon A Time In The West [Blu-ray] [1968][Region Free] forum
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greek subtitles 		0 23 Oct 2010
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