Top 5: Movies You're Not Cool If You Don't Own.

Every once in a while I like to make Top 5 Lists of the bests and worsts, the subjects range from anywhere to "Most Ridiculous Video Game Characters" to "Best Death Scene In A Movie". So if you're a big fan of giving your insight on what might make the list and what might now, stop on by and drop a line. Todays' "TOP 5" is "Movies You're Not Cool If You Don't Own". The list goes from least to greatest. Enjoy.


5) Star Wars Episode 5: The Empire Strikes Back: The best science-fiction film of all time and arguably the best film of the 1980's this film is a classic to any film buff "Star Wars" fan or not. A crazy plot line, twisted love story, and a insane ending this movie redefined cool. What's more important is that sequels were looked down upon in that day and age, so for a sequel to not only live up to it's predecessor but to also surpass it with such intensity says a lot. Lucas and fans alike have all named this the best film of both trilogies and it probably stands to be one of the most unique blockbusters of all time. More drama than action, better effects, and dark subject matter Empire took audiences on the ride of a life time - asteroid field or not.

4) Office Space: A dud in box-office but a classic on video and dvd, this movie kicks ass for anyone who spent a day in the real world of 9-5 work. Beavis and Butthead creator Mike Judge took a break from the fart and boner jokes and brought us something more wry and sarcastic. And now, nobody can mention a Swingline Stapler without smirking and making reference to this comedy classic. Check it out!

3) High Fidelity: Okay, everything about this movie is cool. This is the romantic comedy for guys who hate romantic comedies; not only that, but it made Jack Black a household name as the sarcastic rock jock who loves to jam. Lovesick John Cussack (Yes, him as the heartbroke protagonist once again) owns a vintage record store in the back streets of Chicago and finds love, redemption, and self-acceptance in it's confined walls. His two music geek employees help him along the way as they countdown their Top 5's (Yes, Top 5's) "with a bullet".

2) Ferris Buellers Day Off: The best teen comedy of all time and a thought provoking movie this a film I watch whenever I'm down and I need a laugh. I've seen it well over 100 times and I have it all memorized word for word, but it still gets me every time I see it. More importantly it's my 2nd most favorite film growing up. I only wish High School was more like it. If you don't own it, what's wrong with you? I have 2 copies, the first released dvd and the "Special Bueller.... Bueller... Edition" which has tons of great features and is the better of both versions.

1) Pulp Fiction: If you haven't seen or don't own this movie you're just not cool, end of story. It's a classic. Travolta, Willis, and Sam Jackson at their best; plus Uma Thurman makes a sexy debut and hasn't looked just as good since, syringe or not. I haven't walked into a diner or pawn shop feeling 100% comfortable since the first time I watched this movie and I probably never will. Tarantino is truly the man.



Now this is not an official post, just some of my opinions that I threw around. Yes there are plenty of other films that can make this list, but they just didn't. We have plenty of honorable mentions like Better Off Dead, Goodfellas, Animal House, Die Hard, and Mallrats but those are honorable mentions and not Top 5's. Anyways if you agree or disagree shout me out and leave some feedback, you might have a point. Later on guys.

-Chris
5/30/07