1991 Top Movies

From James Cameron, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Edward Furlong, Robert Patrick
Rated R

Terminator 2: Judgment Day is a science fiction action film written and directed by James Cameron, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Edward Furlong and Robert Patrick. It is the sequel to the 1984 film The Terminator. In the film, the cyborg assassin called the T-800 (Schwarzenegger) is sent back in time to protect an 11-year-old boy named John Connor (Furlong) from a more advanced cyborg assassin, the T-1000 (Patrick). As the T-800 and John travel together to Los Angeles, they encounter Sarah Connor (Hamilton), John's mother, who has been preparing her son for his future battle against the machines. The T-800 and John must find a way to stop the T-1000 and the Skynet computer system before it sends a nuclear holocaust to the world. With help from a reprogrammed T-800 and Sarah, John and the T-800 are able to destroy the T-1000, and save the world from nuclear destruction.

From Jonathan Demme, starring Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, Lawrence A. Bonney, Kasi Lemmons
Rated R

The Silence of the Lambs is a psychological thriller directed by Jonathan Demme and starring Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, and Scott Glenn. It follows Clarice Starling, an FBI trainee who is assigned to interview the incarcerated Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant and manipulative cannibalistic serial killer, in order to gain insight into a case involving another serial killer known as Buffalo Bill. As Clarice and Hannibal converse, he provides her with cryptic clues that help her to unravel the case. At the same time, she must maneuver her way through a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse between herself, Hannibal, and Buffalo Bill. In the end, Clarice is able to bring the case to a close, but not without facing a dark and disquieting journey along the way.

From Directors: Gary Trousdale, Kirk Wise, starring Paige O'Hara, Robby Benson, Jesse Corti, Rex Everhart
Rated G

Beauty and the Beast is a classic Disney animated musical romantic fantasy film directed by Gary Trousdale and Kirk Wise. The movie is based on the fairy tale of the same name by Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont. The story follows the voyage of an arrogant prince who is cursed by an enchantress to become a monstrous beast unless he can learn to love and be loved in return. The prince meets a beautiful village girl named Belle and begins to fall in love with her. With the help of the castle's enchanted staff, Belle and the Beast discover the meaning of true love and break the witch's curse. The film features classic songs composed by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, and is recognized for its animation, voice acting, and musical score. The movie was a major box office success, receiving critical acclaim upon its release and is now considered to be a Disney animated classic.

From Directors: Marc Caro, Jean-Pierre Jeunet, starring Marie-Laure Dougnac, Dominique Pinon, Pascal Benezech, Jean-Claude Dreyfus
Rated R

Delicatessen is a surrealist dark comedy set in a post-apocalyptic world. It tells the story of a former clown, Louison, who takes a job as a handyman in an apartment building owned by a butcher, Clapet. As the building's tenants struggle to make ends meet, the butcher begins to take an interest in Louison's girlfriend, which leads to a series of strange and humorous events. In the end, the tenants unite to fight off Clapet's tyrannical reign and restore peace to their beloved building. The movie is filled with quirky and unique characters, as well as stunning visuals courtesy of directors Jean-Pierre Jeunet and Marc Caro. Delicatessen is a must-see for fans of dark comedies and post-apocalyptic films.

From Ridley Scott, starring Susan Sarandon, Geena Davis, Harvey Keitel, Michael Madsen
Rated R

Thelma & Louise is a 1991 American road movie directed by Ridley Scott and written by Callie Khouri. It stars Geena Davis as Thelma and Susan Sarandon as Louise, two friends who embark on a road trip with unforeseen consequences. After Thelma experiences a disturbing encounter with a potential rapist, the two women are forced to go on the run to avoid arrest. Along the way, they develop a strong bond and experience a series of adventures that challenge their freedom. As the law continues to close in, they make a fateful decision that will change their lives forever. Thelma & Louise is a powerful story of female empowerment, friendship and strength in the face of adversity.

From Martin Scorsese, starring Robert De Niro, Nick Nolte, Jessica Lange, Juliette Lewis
Rated R

From Tony Scott, starring Bruce Willis, Damon Wayans, Chelsea Field, Noble Willingham
Rated R

From David Zucker, starring Leslie Nielsen, Priscilla Presley, George Kennedy, O.J. Simpson
Rated PG-13

From Barry Sonnenfeld, starring Anjelica Huston, Raul Julia, Christopher Lloyd, Dan Hedaya
Rated PG-13

From Steven Spielberg, starring Dustin Hoffman, Robin Williams, Julia Roberts, Bob Hoskins
Rated PG

From Barbra Streisand, starring Barbra Streisand, Nick Nolte, Blythe Danner, Kate Nelligan
Rated R

From Garry Marshall, starring Al Pacino, Michelle Pfeiffer, Hector Elizondo, Nathan Lane
Rated R

From Jim Abrahams, starring Charlie Sheen, Cary Elwes, Valeria Golino, Lloyd Bridges
Rated PG-13

From Charles Shyer, starring Steve Martin, Diane Keaton, Martin Short, Kimberly Williams-Paisley
Rated PG

From Michael Caton-Jones, starring Michael J. Fox, Julie Warner, Barnard Hughes, Woody Harrelson
Rated PG-13

From Joseph Ruben, starring Julia Roberts, Patrick Bergin, Kevin Anderson, Elizabeth Lawrence
Rated R

From Ate de Jong, starring Phoebe Cates, Rik Mayall, Marsha Mason, Tim Matheson
Rated PG-13

From Blake Edwards, starring Ellen Barkin, Jimmy Smits, JoBeth Williams, Lorraine Bracco
Rated R

From Dan Aykroyd, starring Chevy Chase, Dan Aykroyd, John Candy, Demi Moore
Rated PG-13