I’m a huge movie fan, so this list might run a little long. I did some formatting to help it along. They’re not really in any order, though.
Requiem for a Dream – I’m usually a fan of the independent flicks, and the portrayal of the addicts in the movie. It’s shot in a realistic way, and was written very well.
Half Baked – Ah, the classic “stoner comedy.” Young Dave Chapelle is amazingly funny, and I’ve loved the guy since long before Chapelle’s show. Don’t forget the supporting cast and cameos, either. Half Baked is just a fun movie to watch with friends.
Blow – Another movie on the serious side, made great by Depp and Cruze. While more of an entertainment movie, it is based off of a true story. Another good one to pick up and watch whenever you want some good entertainment.
The Jersey Trilogy – The name refers to the “Jay and Silent Bob” movies, and the Clerks cartoon series. While they aren’t great by any stretch, you can tell that Smith put his heart and soul into the movies and holds them very close to him. The storylines, repeating characters, and crude humor are what makes these movies some of my favorites.
Robin Hood: Men in Tights – Mel Brooks at his best. Another Dave Chapelle movie that I’ve watched since long before he was popular. Funny all around, and a half decent story to mix with it.
Without a Paddle – A very fun movie, lots of adventure, and it’s very funny. Who doesn’t want to go treasure hunting?
The Boondock Saints – A movie that I feel deserves a sequel. It’s mostly speaking out at the problems with our system. It’s got crazy Irish guys, guns, and a cross-dressing Willem DeFoe. Sounds like a winner to me.
American History X – My fav., and probably will be for a long time. Deep story, great acting, and extremely well written.
Trilogies:
Lord of the Rings
Back to the Future
Indiana Jones
Star Wars
Pirates of the Caribbean
I don’t think I really need to go into much detail for why I like these trilogies; I like them for most of the same reasons.
I also really, really like mafia movies and westerns. Clint Eastwood, Pachino, and DeNiro; I’ll watch just about anything by any of them. I also really like the Matrix movies, and most of Adam Sandler’s movies.