As it has been known, classics are the most prestigious movies of the film industry—either you love them or hate them, there's no in-between. Not only do they provide a unique representation, but they also bring forward distinctive characters, plotlines, and chemistries.
Some people are the ultimate fans of all things classic, whereas to others, it just doesn't suit their style and taste. Some feel that these movies add to their imagination but for some, it might change their perception and hence they avoid it. Some classics are loved by many but for others, they don't seem to connect with them.
10 Critics issued Mixed Reviews About Little Women
A novel-turned-movie that narrates the life of four sisters, Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy who befriend a shy boy next door and depicts their journey through life. The novel was an inspiration from the author's own life with her sisters. The film focused on strong elements of love, work, and independence.
Critics had mixed reviews about this movie. Viewers were content with the movie, and many claimed that it showed character development and had an interesting plotline. However, some remarked that it wasn't graceful and the plot of the movie came down to four girls complaining to the rich handsome boy next door about not being rich enough.
9 Irrespective Of The Love Or Hate, Titanic Remains One Of The Most Highly Acclaimed Movies Of All Time
Titanic spoke of the story of Rose, one of the survivors of the Titanic crash—the film begins with Rose and her fiancé DeWitt Bukater entering the ship. However, Rose falls in love with Jack, a poor artist who managed to get on the ship. The film portrays the love of Jack and Rose and tells the tale of how he saves her from committing suicide.
Although most people seemed to love the movie, there were some who expected the Titanic to tell the tale of the sunken ship, rather than the love story between these two characters. Irrespective of the love or hate the Titanic received, it remains one of the most highly acclaimed classics of all time.
8 The Notebook Had No Connection To The Book
A poor mill worker named Noah meets heiress Alison Hamilton (Allie) who is spending her summer with her parents. The two soon embark on a romantic adventure, however, the movie concludes with a sad ending.
The viewers loved the dynamics of the film as it was an emotional rollercoaster, however, many hated how Noah treated Alison and the fact that the film hardly had any connection to the book. Although the movie has a cult-like following, there are some things about it that the viewers have had a hard time digesting.
7 Pride & Prejudice Is A Shell Of The Novel That It Is Based On
A family of five sisters deals with the struggles of marriage and society. Elizabeth Bennet one of the sisters starts developing a romantic interest in Mr. Darcy but neither will admit to it as one has pride and the other prejudice.
Many loved the movie, it was a new take on romance and was a classic film. However many were quick to judge it as it didn't live up to the standards of the novel. The characters were too stubborn and many found the couple quite annoying.
6 Gone With The Wind Has Been Called Out For Its Shallow Characters
The movie is set during the time of the American Civil War, where the southern belle, Scarlett O'Hara, lives in a life of luxury. However, when it comes to protecting her social status and money, Scarlett will let nothing stop her—and that includes marrying a man that she never intended to.
Although the movie is known for the romance it depicts, Scarlett has been called out by viewers for her extremely selfish and manipulative behavior. Nevertheless, viewers claimed the film to have blown them away with an amazing sense of direction and truly unique film techniques.
5 Casablanca Gave An Account Of The Tragedies Of World War 2
This movie is based on a true story. A nightclub owner in Casablanca named Rick crosses paths with his former lover Ila and her husband, both of whom are in a fix and are trying to escape from the Nazis. Not knowing what to do, they ask Rick for help. Although he was reluctant at first, Rick later agrees to help them.
During their journey, Ila starts having feelings again for Rick. The movie had a unique twist to it and spoke on the struggles faced at the time of World War II. However, some people commented that there are many movies out there that depicted the struggles of World War II in a much better way than Casablanca and they should receive more attention than it.
4 Murder On The Orient Express Was Filled With Thrill & Mystery
This film is about a murder that takes place on the orient express and how everyone on-board becomes a suspect. A detective on board is asked by the trainmaster to solve the murder and reaches a shocking conclusion.
Viewers felt that the movie was full of mystery and suspense, and left the audience thinking and gasping at the results. The acting of almost every cast member and character was amazing. However not every classic suits the taste of viewers, as some people even commented that the lack of different settings made it quite boring.
3 Sound Of Music Is A Lose Account Of The Story Of The Trapp Family Singers
A nun leaves the convent to become a governess to a large family of seven children and does everything in her power to keep them happy and win them over.
The audience loved the movie, and the songs “Edelweiss” and “Do-Ri-Me” became instantaneous hits. The chemistry amongst the characters got the viewers hooked. However, not many felt the same way about the film. Quite a few people found the movie to be inaccurate to the events of Maria von Trapp's memoir, The Story of the Trapp Family Singers (on which the movie was based).
2 The Godfather Had Elements Which Have Been Dismissed As The Product Of Its Time
Don Vito Corleone, the mafia head, tries to make his family lead a life without getting them involved in the world of narcotics. However, when Don Vito's son Santino passes away, the family is fueled by his loss and Micheal Corleone (his brother—played by Al Pacino) takes over and tries to protect his family from a lifetime of tragedies.
Although the movie has a cult-like following, it did have some racial slurs which made the viewers (rightfully) dislike it. The movie still has one of the most loyal fan following of all time, and unfortunately, the slurs have been dismissed as the product of its time.
1 Wuthering Heights Was Named To Be An All-Time Classic
In this movie, a boy named Heathcliff is adopted by the Earnshaws. As the movie progresses, he later goes on to have a secret romantic relationship with their daughter Catherine. However, Hindley disapproves of their relationship and separates them until they meet again.
Critics loved the tone of the movie and consider it to be a classical all-time favorite film, and many viewers reacted the same way. However, there were some who found the movie concept to be ridiculous and labeled the movie plot to be an extremely confusing concept to follow.