The legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino has revealed his top picks for the best movies of the 21st century, and the list is as eclectic as his films! But here's the twist: he's not just naming one, but a whopping 20 movies that have made the cut.
In a recent appearance on the Bret Easton Ellis podcast, Tarantino shared his personal favorites, and the results are sure to spark some debate among movie enthusiasts. Starting with his top 20, he began with films like 'School of Rock' and 'The Devil's Rejects', but it was his inclusion of the Japanese cult classic 'Battle Royale' that really got people talking. And the surprises didn't stop there!
Tarantino's Top 20 Movies of the 21st Century:
'West Side Story' (2021) - Steven Spielberg's modern take on the classic musical.
'Cabin Fever' - A horror-comedy by Eli Roth.
'Moneyball' - Bennett Miller's sports drama.
'Chocolate' - An action-packed Thai film by Prachya Pinkaew.
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'The Passion of the Christ' - Mel Gibson's controversial biblical epic.
'The School of Rock' - Richard Linklater's rock-n-roll comedy.
'Jackass: The Movie' - Jeff Tremaine's outrageous stunt-filled adventure.
'Big Bad Wolves' - A gripping Israeli thriller by Aharon Keshales and Navot Papushado.
'Battle Royale' - Kinji Fukasaku's influential Japanese thriller.
'Midnight in Paris' - Woody Allen's charming romantic fantasy.
'Shaun of the Dead' - Edgar Wright's hilarious zombie comedy.
'Mad Max: Fury Road' - George Miller's post-apocalyptic action extravaganza.
'Unstoppable' - Tony Scott's adrenaline-fueled thriller.
'Zodiac' - David Fincher's gripping crime drama.
'There Will Be Blood' - Paul Thomas Anderson's intense character study.
'Dunkirk' - Christopher Nolan's immersive war drama.
'Lost in Translation' - Sofia Coppola's atmospheric drama.
'Toy Story 3' - Lee Unkrich's emotional animated masterpiece.
And the number one spot goes to... drumroll...
- 'Black Hawk Down' - Ridley Scott's intense war film, starring Josh Hartnett, which Tarantino believes captures the essence of 'Apocalypse Now'.
But here's where it gets controversial: Tarantino's top pick might raise some eyebrows. He admits that his choice for the top spot, 'Black Hawk Down', has grown on him over time, and he appreciates its intensity and visual style. But is it truly the best film of the century so far? That's a bold statement, and one that's sure to spark discussion!
What do you think of Tarantino's list? Do you agree with his top pick, or do you have a different film in mind? Let us know in the comments below, and don't forget to share your own top 20 movies of the 21st century!
