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The 50 Best Movies of All Time, Ranked

Cinema's greatest films combine artistry with lasting popular influence. Here are 50 movies that perfectly balance both sides of that equation.

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10 Most Iconic Movie Gangsters, Ranked

Gangster movies have always had a soft spot with moviegoers. As a result, many movies in the genre have been released, all with iconic gangsters.

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The Godfather Director Recalls Discovering Tom Cruise

Francis Ford Coppola shares the story behind discovering then-unknown actor Tom Cruise and the other stars of The Outsiders.

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20 Best Godfather Quotes, Ranked

The Godfather is one of the most iconic movies ever, thanks in large part to its wonderful cast of characters with snappy, memorable dialogue.

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15 Best Prequel Movies Of All Time

Prequel films like The Hobbit and Prometheus provide viewers with a deeper glimpse into the worlds established by the original films.

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10 Most Unwanted Sequels To Great Films

Many incredible films have left audiences stunned, yet the sequels that came after them were not only bad movies, they were unwanted.

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10 Greatest Movies That Became Simpsons Episodes

Through episodes like "Treehouse of Horror," The Simpsons have parodied some amazing movies resulting in some of their best episodes.

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10 Outrageous Robert De Niro Method Acting Stories

Robert De Niro's preparations for films such as Cape Fear, Raging Bull, and Taxi Driver demonstrate the dedication of method actors.

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10 Most Controversial Franchise Sequels (And A Defense For Each One)

There are many great franchises that have created incredible films. While some sequels are disliked by fans, each one has something defensible.

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10 Great Movies That Were Almost Ruined By Studio Interference

The Godfather and Blade Runner are beloved today, but it could've been a very different story if their studios had had their way.

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10 Classic Movies That Should Never Be Remade

While modern Hollywood loves to remake films of all kinds, classic movies like Taxi Driver and Citizen Kane are best left alone.

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10 Movie Characters That Are Better Than Their Book Counterparts

Movies that adapt books always have a challenge on their hands, but from time to time, big screen characters can surpass their book counterparts.

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Why Jack Nicholson Turned Down an Iconic Role in The Godfather

Before Al Pacino, Jack Nicholson was in the running to play Michael Corleone in The Godfather. But why did he turn down the iconic role?

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10 Disappointing Sequels That Didn't Live Up To The Hype

Despite the quality of the previous films, many sequels disappointed fans and couldn't compare to the charm and excitement of the originals.

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10 Best Movies From The 1950s

The '50s were an era of seismic cinematic shifts, from a monstrous reckoning of the A-bomb to a talented heartthrob's untimely death.

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The Real-Life Inspirations Behind The Godfather's Don Corleone

The Godfather's Vito Corleone was a composite of multiple real-life gangsters. Let's break down who he took inspiration from.

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10 Best Movie Actor Comebacks

For whatever reason, actors sometimes pull out of the spotlight. However, that doesn't mean they're always out of the game for good.

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The 10 Most Iconic First Lines In Film

Whether it's Henry Hill's declaration about gangsters or Spider-Man's efforts to introduce himself, some early dialogue in movies is iconic.

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10 Most Controversial Oscar Wins

From Bohemian Rhapsody's Best Editing win to Suicide Squad's Oscar for Best Hairstyling and Makeup, the Academy Awards are no stranger to controversy.

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10 Greatest Movie Parodies In Community, Ranked

Community's movie references are a journey through the history of American pop culture.

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