Last week at the movies vol. 3

I wonder what one considers to be a “classic” movie? Most likely people would say it is based on the amount of time that has passed since the film’s original theatrical release, but how much time is very subjective. I choose to think that at least twenty years need to have passed to qualify, but would love to know your thoughts….

Using that methodology though, I saw three classic movies last week. Let’s get into it :

12 monkeys is a great apocalypse movie that was released in 1995. I saw this originally with my brother that year, and it has haunted me ever since. Having now lived through Covid, this movie really hits differently. I also love the portrayal of how time travel works, and with unforgettable performances from all three lead actors, this is a movie that was great to see again on the big screen.

Strangers on a Train is a 1951 Alfred Hitchcock movie that I had never seen before. I grew up watching Psycho on repeat as well as North by Northwest, and reading Hardy Boys type books that always referenced the infamous director. This movie showcases many movie cinematography troupes that directors still use to this day. I also liked one of the main characters being portrayed as a flamboyant sociopath. It was interesting, shocking and funny.

“Wake up, time to die.”

“It’s too bad she won’t live! But then again, who does?”

Blade Runner : The Final Cut is easily one of my top movies of all time, and one of my favorite Science Fiction films. I first saw the original 1982 movie in 1990, and the Final Cut about seven years ago. The script is so good, the story and cinematography still hold up well today, and it always make me think about mortality, humanity and what makes up a human being….