# Newer movies that will probably stand the test of time. **URL:** \ **Category:** Cafe Society\ **Created:** [April 7, 2004, 1:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659 "2004-04-07T01:32:33Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Shirley\_Ujest](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/45deac/32.png) [@Shirley\_Ujest](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shirley_Ujest)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 1:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/1 "2004-04-07T01:32:33Z")
Completely stealing porcupines fine [thread](http://boards.straightdope.com/sdmb/showthread.php?t=249391) of older movies that have stood the test of time, I put it to you dopers to tell me what movies released in the last twenty years will prove themselves to be classics: My vote goes for: \*\*Best in Show Big Lewbowski O Brother Fargo Chicago LOTR trilogy \*\* I’ll post more later when I think of them. ---
**Author:** ![Evil\_Captor](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/f17d59/32.png) [@Evil\_Captor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Evil_Captor)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 1:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/2 "2004-04-07T01:57:24Z")
Usual Suspects – really a kinda timeless film noir Blade Runner – maybe one day only film school types will watch it, but … maybe not Spirited Away – also has a timeless quaity to it, true of a lot of Miyazaki’s stuff Barbarian Queen – the prototypical barbarian B-movie. more when/if thought of. ---
**Author:** ![Hey\_It\_s\_That\_Guy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/6f9a4e/32.png) [@Hey\_It\_s\_That\_Guy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hey_It_s_That_Guy)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 3:14am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/3 "2004-04-07T03:14:22Z")
Fight Club - a satire of late '90s young males and consumer-based culture, wrapped in a damn good movie with a unique narrative structure and a hell of a twist. L.A. Confidential - another timeless film noir. The Matrix and Dark City - for combining sci-fi, action, and noir elements (including Hong Kong-style action films, Japanese anime, cyberpunk, superheroes, and Goth-inspired fashion). Though the Matrix sequels will take away from the fine reputation the first movie deserves, the first Matrix and Dark City will be fondly remembered in 20 years, like the original Star Wars trilogy is today. ---
**Author:** ![Mr.Babbington](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/d6d6ee/32.png) [@Mr.Babbington](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Babbington)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 3:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/4 "2004-04-07T03:58:21Z")
I would have agree with the OP as far as the Coen Brothers. Their movies will be long revered as comedic classics. Others with that sort of potential: Gangs of New York About Schmidt Punch Drunk Love Lost in Translation Full Metal Jacket Goodfellas and oh yes. Titanic will be remembered as a classic. I hate to say it, but it will. ---
**Author:** ![El\_Kabong](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/el_kabong/32/496_2.png) [@El\_Kabong](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/El_Kabong)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 5:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/5 "2004-04-07T05:31:03Z")
Well, about half the Coen Brothers’ output has already been listed, but I’d have to add _Miller’s Crossing_. Not to revive the Polanski controversy yet again, but I think _The Pianist_ will hold up well. _Three Kings_. _Toy Story_ and its sequel. _Nikita_ (Luc Besson’s original with Anne Parrillaud, not the US remake) _Goodfellas_ _Memento_ Despite my praising it in another thread, probably not _Showgirls_. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Quint](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/q/76d3ee/32.png) [@Quint](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quint)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 5:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/6 "2004-04-07T05:42:45Z")
I have no doubt that [Unforgiven](http://funwavs.com/wavfile.php?quote=3846&sound=97) will stand the test of time. I also think that [Matewan](http://indigo.ie/~obrienh/mate.htm) will gain in stature and be more widely recognized as an amazing film. ---
**Author:** ![syncrolecyne](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/f08c70/32.png) [@syncrolecyne](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/syncrolecyne)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 6:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/7 "2004-04-07T06:12:31Z")
I know this is a lazy choice, but I think _The Passion of the Christ_ will be widely viewed as a culturally ‘important film’ for many years to come (people will probably be forever divided on its content or artistic merits though). \*The Shawshank Redemption \* was somewhat overshadowed in the year of its release by _Pulp Fiction_ (another contender) and _Forrest Gump_ (which everyone loved in 1994), but its now widely acknowledged an important film. ---
**Author:** ![Ogre](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/ecb155/32.png) [@Ogre](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ogre)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 6:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/8 "2004-04-07T06:32:23Z")
Any given Pixar release will be viewed as a masterpiece of animation. ---
**Author:** ![Improv\_Geek](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/b3f665/32.png) [@Improv\_Geek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Improv_Geek)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 11:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/9 "2004-04-07T11:43:45Z")
The _Ocean’s Eleven_ remake has a star cast that will keep it familiar to audiences. With the support of the original three, the latest three Star Wars films will be forced to live up to the legacy. I’m trying to think of any we haven’t covered yet. ---
**Author:** ![jinty](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/dbc845/32.png) [@jinty](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jinty)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 12:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/10 "2004-04-07T12:28:30Z")
Luc Besson’s **Léon**. ---
**Author:** ![UrbanChic](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/u/9dc877/32.png) [@UrbanChic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/UrbanChic)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 1:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/11 "2004-04-07T13:14:49Z")
I nominate _Se7en_. ---
**Author:** ![Liberal](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/848f3c/32.png) [@Liberal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Liberal)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 1:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/12 "2004-04-07T13:14:55Z")
_Billy Elliot_ — the only perfect movie since _Casablanca_ ---
**Author:** ![Kilt-wearin\_man](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/82dd89/32.png) [@Kilt-wearin\_man](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kilt-wearin_man)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 1:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/13 "2004-04-07T13:43:22Z")
_Hidalgo_ seems to have what it takes to become a true classic - strong characters, excellent cinematography, Omar Sharif in a quality role… And then there’s _Raiders of the Lost Ark_, already arguably a classic. ---
**Author:** ![ivylass](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/9de053/32.png) [@ivylass](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ivylass)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 4:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/14 "2004-04-07T16:23:20Z")
_Saving Private Ryan_ _Schindler’s List_. I don’t know how long _Toy Story_ et al will last. I love all the movies, but with the speed that technology is advancing, the animation may seem “quaint” in 5-10 years. ---
**Author:** ![Kallessa](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/7993a0/32.png) [@Kallessa](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kallessa)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 4:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/15 "2004-04-07T16:34:18Z")
I’ll add **The Road to Perdition** to the list. A great movie. **Seabiscuit** has a chance, although it is a bit sappy. **Wonderboys** , excellent performances. **Benny and Joon** , excellent performances, a quirky and sweet love story. (I’m tempted to just list Johnny Depp movies because he has the quality that makes movies timeless, but I’ll let it rest with this comment.) It will be interesting to see how **Dances With Wolves** and **Braveheart** stand the test of time. ---
**Author:** ![gonzoron](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/a6a055/32.png) [@gonzoron](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/gonzoron)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 4:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/16 "2004-04-07T16:41:19Z")
> [@ivylass](#): > > I don’t know how long _Toy Story_ et al will last. I love all the movies, but with the speed that technology is advancing, the animation may seem “quaint” in 5-10 years. Regardless of how the animation is viewed, I think the story, characters, and general inventiveness will keep them revered. ---
**Author:** ![vibrotronica](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/v/a9a28c/32.png) [@vibrotronica](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/vibrotronica)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 5:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/17 "2004-04-07T17:33:55Z")
I think that **Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind** will be talked about for years to come. ---
**Author:** ![Engywook](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/bc8723/32.png) [@Engywook](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Engywook)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 5:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/18 "2004-04-07T17:41:09Z")
> [@ronincyberpunk](#): > > With the support of the original three, the latest three Star Wars films will be forced to live up to the legacy. I doubt it. The first three Star Wars movies will be widely remembered. But - unless Ep III bucks the trend and turns out to be worthy of the Star Wars name - the prequels will be on the whole forgotten. Maybe some film students will write papers that cite these lesser-known prequels as they examine the full arc of Lucas’s career. “Decline of genius” would probably be mentioned more than once. My prediction is that 60 years from now, the titles of the prequels will be worth more than $100,000 on Who Wants to be a Millionaire. ---
**Author:** ![Master\_Wang-Ka](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/master_wang-ka/32/3325_2.png) [@Master\_Wang-Ka](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Master_Wang-Ka)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 5:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/19 "2004-04-07T17:41:46Z")
> [@Ogre](#): > > Any given Pixar release will be viewed as a masterpiece of animation. Not necessarily. An animated movie has to be more than well-animated; it has to be good. I can name any number of Disney imitators who lie forgotten in the dirt, over the last half dozen decades. Then again, Pixar is usually quite good. I’d vote for **The Terminator** , believe it or not. It’s a B-movie, sure, but it may well be the best B-movie ever made, with fine acting, stunt work, and special effects that affected an entire generation of filmmakers and films. Admittedly, it also seemed to make some of them think you could substitute massive amounts of gunfire, several cool explosions, and one hot steamy sex scene for an actual plot, but the fact that \*\*The Terminator \*\* HAS a plot, and not a bad one, still makes it stand head and shoulders above its imitators. And that’s not even touching on its technophobic subtext. It will be remembered. ---
**Author:** ![Johnny\_Bravo](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johnny_bravo/32/493_2.png) [@Johnny\_Bravo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_Bravo)\ **Post date:** [April 7, 2004, 5:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659/20 "2004-04-07T17:44:30Z")
The Untouchables Army of Darkness will be a cult classic for years to come. [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/newer-movies-that-will-probably-stand-the-test-of-time/238659.md?page=2)