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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 released in 1991. The story follows FBI rookie Clarice Starling (Jodie Foster) as she interacts with the brilliant but incarcerated Dr. Hannibal Lecter (Anthony Hopkins) to catch a serial killer who skins his victims. Clarice must draw on all of her resources to get Lecter to help her identify the killer, while also staying aware of the dangers of interacting with a madman. With Lecter’s help, she must also confront her own fears and demons, ultimately emerging as a stronger and more confident person. In the end, she succeeds in catching the killer and saves another victim in the process. The Silence of the Lambs won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor, and Best Actress.

From Alfred Hitchcock, starring Anthony Perkins, Janet Leigh, Vera Miles, John Gavin
Rated R

Psycho is a classic horror film directed by Alfred Hitchcock. It follows the story of Marion Crane, a young woman who steals $40,000 from her employer and goes on the run. She eventually stops at the isolated Bates Motel, run by the peculiar Norman Bates. As Marion's stay at the motel progresses, dark secrets are revealed, and she quickly finds out that her stay may be her last. The film is known for its iconic shower scene, and its influence on horror films and pop culture.

From William Friedkin, starring Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Linda Blair, Lee J. Cobb
Rated R

The Exorcist is a 1973 horror film directed by William Friedkin and based on the 1971 novel of the same name by William Peter Blatty. The film follows the demonic possession of 12-year-old Regan MacNeil (Linda Blair) and her mother Chris’s attempts to win back her daughter’s soul. To this end, Chris enlists the help of two priests: Father Damien Karras (Jason Miller) and Father Lankester Merrin (Max von Sydow). The priests attempt an exorcism, which results in a long and intense battle between the forces of good and evil. Along the way, the priests are forced to confront their own inner demons and ultimately confront their faith in God. The film is considered to be one of the greatest horror films ever made, and is remembered for its groundbreaking special effects, intense performances, and controversial subject matter.

From Steven Spielberg, starring Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Peter Coyote, Dee Wallace
Rated PG

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is a classic 80s science fiction adventure directed by Steven Spielberg. The film follows a young boy named Elliott, who meets and befriends an alien stranded on Earth. Elliott and his siblings help the alien, whom they call E.T., stay hidden from the government and find a way to get him back home. Along the way, the children form a bond with the alien, and E.T. teaches Elliott to appreciate life. Eventually, they succeed in their mission, and E.T. returns home. The film is a beloved classic, and its themes of friendship, family, and adventure have resonated with audiences of all ages.

From John Carpenter, starring Donald Pleasence, Jamie Lee Curtis, Tony Moran, Nancy Kyes
Rated R

Halloween is a classic 1978 horror film directed by John Carpenter. It tells the story of Michael Myers, a disturbed six-year-old who massacres his older sister and is put into a mental hospital for 15 years. After his escape from the hospital, he returns to his hometown of Haddonfield, Illinois to continue his killing spree. The movie follows his psychiatrist Dr. Loomis, as he tries to hunt down and stop Michael before his reign of terror destroys the town. The film is considered one of the most influential in the horror genre, introducing the slasher subgenre and setting the standard for future horror films.

From Kevin Smith, starring Brian O'Halloran, Jeff Anderson, Marilyn Ghigliotti, Lisa Spoonauer
Rated R

Clerks is an American independent black-and-white comedy film written, directed, and co-produced by Kevin Smith. It follows a day in the lives of two convenience store clerks, Dante and Randal. The two friends, who are in their early twenties, spend their time in a convenience store arguing about their love interests, debating pop culture trivia, and generally critiquing life. When not behind the counter, the two manage to get themselves into the most absurd situations. The film is set in the fictional town of Leonardo, New Jersey and was shot in various locations in New Jersey and New York. The film's low budget ($27,575) was a major factor in its success, and it eventually grossed nearly $3 million in the United States and nearly $3.2 million worldwide. The film was widely praised for its honest, naturalistic dialogue and for its low-budget independent production values.

From Ron Howard, starring Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, Kevin Bacon, Gary Sinise
Rated PG

Apollo 13 is a 1995 American epic historical drama film directed by Ron Howard and starring Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon, Bill Paxton, Gary Sinise, and Ed Harris. The film tells the story of the Apollo 13 lunar mission, which was intended to be the third lunar landing mission. However, an oxygen tank explodes during the mission, endangering the lives of the three astronauts on board: Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks), Fred Haise (Bill Paxton), and Jack Swigert (Kevin Bacon). With the help of the Ground Control team, including Gene Kranz (Ed Harris), they must find a way to get the crippled spacecraft back to Earth. The film follows the astronauts and the team at Mission Control as they struggle against the odds to ensure the safe return of the astronauts. It is an inspiring story of courage, resourcefulness, and teamwork in the face of adversity.

From John Landis, starring Eddie Murphy, Dan Aykroyd, Ralph Bellamy, Don Ameche
Rated R

Trading Places is a 1983 American comedy film directed by John Landis. Starring Dan Aykroyd and Eddie Murphy, it tells the story of an upper-class commodities broker and a homeless street hustler whose lives cross paths when they are unknowingly made part of an elaborate bet. The wealthy and ruthless Duke brothers (Ralph Bellamy and Don Ameche) make a wager on whether a man's environment or heredity has the greatest influence on his success. They select the broker and the street hustler as test subjects and switch their lives. Along the way, the two men learn about each other's worlds and use their newfound knowledge to get revenge on the Duke brothers, resulting in a chaotic and comedic climax.

From Wes Craven, starring Heather Langenkamp, Johnny Depp, Robert Englund, John Saxon
Rated R

From Sam Raimi, starring Bruce Campbell, Ellen Sandweiss, Richard DeManincor, Betsy Baker
Rated NC-17

From Tobe Hooper, starring Marilyn Burns, Edwin Neal, Allen Danziger, Paul A. Partain
Rated R

From Brian De Palma, starring Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, Amy Irving, John Travolta
Rated R

From Paul Verhoeven, starring Michael Douglas, Sharon Stone, George Dzundza, Jeanne Tripplehorn
Rated R

From Clive Barker, starring Andrew Robinson, Clare Higgins, Ashley Laurence, Sean Chapman
Rated R

From Amy Heckerling, starring Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash, Brittany Murphy, Paul Rudd
Rated PG-13

From John Carpenter, starring Adrienne Barbeau, Jamie Lee Curtis, Janet Leigh, John Houseman
Rated R

From Joe Dante, starring Dee Wallace, Patrick Macnee, Dennis Dugan, Christopher Stone
Rated R

From Sean S. Cunningham, starring Betsy Palmer, Adrienne King, Jeannine Taylor, Robbi Morgan
Rated R

From Steve Miner, starring Betsy Palmer, Amy Steel, John Furey, Adrienne King
Rated R

From Brad Silberling, starring Bill Pullman, Christina Ricci, Cathy Moriarty, Eric Idle
Rated PG

From Charles B. Pierce, starring Ben Johnson, Andrew Prine, Dawn Wells, Jimmy Clem
Rated Approved

From Michael Chapman, starring Tom Cruise, Lea Thompson, Craig T. Nelson, Charles Cioffi
Rated R

From Roger Spottiswoode, starring Ben Johnson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Hart Bochner, David Copperfield
Rated R

From Meir Zarchi, starring Camille Keaton, Eron Tabor, Richard Pace, Anthony Nichols
Rated R

From Paul Lynch, starring Leslie Nielsen, Jamie Lee Curtis, Casey Stevens, Anne-Marie Martin
Rated R