Top 5 Most Iconic Movies In My Opinion
1. Wizard Of Oz
The movie Wizard of Oz is highly influential for many reasons. The first of which being that it was an incredibly technologically advanced movie for the time. It came out in 1939 when colored movies weren't popularized yet and shocked the audience with the bright colors, creating a magical world for the viewer. Another reason for this movie being so iconic is the deep themes of friendship, courage, and intelligence throughout the whole film. These themes provided a much needed break for the viewers, who were in the middle of The Great Depression.
2. The Exorcist
This movie titled The Exorcist came out in 1973, which was a highly religious time in America. It was one of the first ever horror movies to bring religion into the plot, communicating the loss of religious authority and the decline of traditional families. The Exorcist also showcased new and groundbreaking effects and very realistic acting that truly got the audience on the edge of their seat. With the incredibly realistic stage makeup and acting, religious symbolism, and true fear inducing cinema this movie has won 10 Oscars and countless more awards. To this day, even after 52 years, The Exorcist remains the scariest movie according to IMDb, the popular movie ranking website.
3. Mean Girls
Mean Girls is a classic and iconic chick flick that is popular among women and teens navigating high school social dynamics. This movie came out in 2004 but remains a well known movie throughout social media and pop culture. The themes are relatable and timeless for many female high school students, highlighting the fake and “Mean Girl” culture of high school gossiping and popularity. The script is filled with iconic and memorable dialogue, ("On Wednesday, we wear pink”,”That's so fetch”,”You wanna do something fun? Wanna go to Taco Bell?”) that are often quoted on social media and ingrained into pop culture fueling memes and online posts keeping this movie relevant.
4. The Notebook
The powerful emotions of the two “star-crossed lovers’’ from The Notebook provides the audience with real, deep, raw emotions. The story of Allie and Noah is an emotional rollercoaster. It is filled with passionate love, to agonizing heartbreak, enticing the viewer further and further into the plot. Another reason for the popularity of this romance move is the time period, although coming out in 2004, it is set in 1940 producing a sense of nostalgia.
5. Star Wars
Star Wars is an action packed storyline, with a blend of sci-fi and fantasy. Coming out in 1977, the technology and special effects in this film were incredible for the time. Creating a realistic atmosphere to truly immerse the viewer into the movie that was never seen before. The simple theme of Good Vs. Evil makes the film easily understandable and entertaining for all ages. The series still continues to thrive, now having 12 movies in the series with millions of viewers each year.