Top Movies 1995

From David Fincher, starring Morgan Freeman, Brad Pitt, Kevin Spacey, Andrew Kevin Walker
Rated R

Seven (1995) is a psychological thriller directed by David Fincher that follows two detectives, David Mills (Brad Pitt) and William Somerset (Morgan Freeman), as they investigate a series of gruesome murders based on the seven deadly sins. As the detectives uncover each victim's fate, they realize that a diabolical serial killer is behind the crimes. The duo race against time to track down the murderer, who is hell-bent on completing his masterpiece. Along the way, the detectives must confront their own personal demons, as well as darker truths about human nature, as they strive to capture the killer and bring justice to the victims’ families.

From Bryan Singer, starring Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne, Chazz Palminteri, Stephen Baldwin
Rated R

The Usual Suspects is a 1995 neo-noir crime thriller directed by Bryan Singer and written by Christopher McQuarrie. The film follows the interrogation of Roger "Verbal" Kint, a small-time con man, who is one of only two survivors of a massacre and fire on a ship docked at the Port of Los Angeles. Kint attempts to explain the events that led him and his four partners in crime to the boat, and the possible identity of a mysterious criminal mastermind named Keyser Söze. As Kint's story unravels, the film interweaves the actual events of the massacre and the clues Kint provides to reveal the truth behind Söze's identity. The film stars Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne, Chazz Palminteri, Stephen Baldwin, and Benicio del Toro. The Usual Suspects was well received by critics and audiences alike, and won numerous awards, including the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, and was nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor (Spacey), and Best Supporting Actor (Del Toro).

From Mel Gibson, starring Mel Gibson, Sophie Marceau, Patrick McGoohan, Angus Macfadyen
Rated R

Braveheart is a 1995 epic historical war drama film directed and co-produced by Mel Gibson and written by Randall Wallace. The film stars Gibson as William Wallace, a late 13th-century Scottish warrior who led the Scots in the First War of Scottish Independence against King Edward I of England. The story is inspired by Blind Harry's epic poem The Actes and Deidis of the Illustre and Vallyeant Campioun Schir William Wallace and was adapted for the screen by Randall Wallace. The film depicts the life of Wallace leading up to his famous victory at the Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297. It also portrays the social and political background of the time with great attention to historic accuracy. The film focuses on Wallace's love for his wife Murron, his rebellion against Edward I of England, and his quest for freedom from English rule. The story is set in Scotland in 1280, and there are many scenes of intense battle sequences, accompanied by a classic soundtrack composed by James Horner. Braveheart is a story of love, loss and triumph, capturing the spirit of a people determined to be free. The film is hailed as one of the most powerful and inspiring films of all time and won five Academy Awards, including Best

From Michael Mann, starring Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Val Kilmer, Jon Voight
Rated R

Heat is a 1995 American crime drama directed by Michael Mann. It follows Neil McCauley (Robert De Niro), an experienced thief, and Lt. Vincent Hanna (Al Pacino), a seasoned cop, as they become locked in an intense battle of wills, as each tries to outwit the other. As Neil and his crew plan a daring heist, Vincent is determined to catch them. With the stakes rising, the police and the robbers begin a series of dangerous confrontations that threaten to tear apart the lives of both men. The film features an all-star cast, including Val Kilmer, Ashley Judd, Natalie Portman, and Tom Sizemore. It is widely considered a classic and one of Michael Mann's best films.

From John Lasseter, starring Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Don Rickles, Jim Varney
Rated G

Toy Story is an animated classic from 1995 directed by John Lasseter. It follows the adventures of Woody, a cowboy doll, and Buzz Lightyear, an astronaut action figure. When Andy, their owner, gets them for his birthday, the two must learn to get along and work together to get back to Andy before he moves away to a new house. Along the way, they meet a number of other toys, such as Hamm the piggy bank, Mr. Potato Head, Slinky Dog, and Rex the dinosaur, who all help them on their journey. The film is filled with adventure, humor, and heart as the toys battle against the menacing evil toy, Sid. In the end, they must face the ultimate challenge to get back to Andy in time. With its iconic characters and iconic soundtrack, Toy Story has become one of the most beloved films of all time, winning two Academy Awards and inspiring two sequels.

From Martin Scorsese, starring Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone, Joe Pesci, James Woods
Rated R

Casino is a 1995 crime drama film directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone, and Joe Pesci. The film follows Sam "Ace" Rothstein, a Jewish American mobster who is sent to Las Vegas to oversee the Tangiers Casino on behalf of the Chicago Outfit. Ace's life is complicated by his friendship with thug Nicky Santoro, who he is forced to allow to work at the casino and by the love triangle between Ace, his wife Ginger, and Nicky. The film chronicles the downfall of the casino and Ace's professional and personal life. Along the way, Ace must battle with Nicky and the mob bosses who are determined to take over the casino. As his relationships become increasingly strained, Ace ultimately has to make a tough decision between loyalty and survival in order to survive.

From Terry Gilliam, starring Bruce Willis, Madeleine Stowe, Brad Pitt, Joseph Melito
Rated R

12 Monkeys is a 1995 science fiction film directed by Terry Gilliam and starring Bruce Willis, Madeleine Stowe, and Brad Pitt. Set in a dystopian future, the film follows James Cole (Willis), a convict sent back in time to prevent the release of a deadly virus that will eventually decimate the human race. Along the way, Cole discovers a mysterious organization known as the Army of the 12 Monkeys and uncovers a conspiracy that could change the course of history. The film follows Cole's journey as he encounters both danger and unexpected allies who will help him on his mission. Through a series of thrilling and suspenseful sequences, 12 Monkeys is a thought-provoking film that will have viewers questioning the power of fate and chance.

From Terry Zwigoff, starring Robert Crumb, Aline Kominsky-Crumb, Charles Crumb, Maxon Crumb
Rated R

Crumb is a 1994 documentary film directed by Terry Zwigoff. It focuses on the life and career of the acclaimed underground comic artist Robert Crumb and his family. The film explores Crumb's complex relationship with his family, his success, his failures, and his eccentricities. The film also covers topics such as Crumb's rise to fame, his struggles with mental illness, his relationships with women, and his influence on the world of comics. With interviews and archival material, the film offers an in-depth look into the mind of a complicated and beloved artist.

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

Apollo 13 is a 1995 American space docudrama film directed by Ron Howard, and starring Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon, Bill Paxton, Gary Sinise, and Ed Harris. The film chronicles the aborted 1970 Apollo 13 lunar mission, and the struggles of the three astronauts--Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks), Jack Swigert (Kevin Bacon), and Fred Haise (Bill Paxton)--as they attempt to return safely to Earth. After an explosion on board damages the spacecraft, the astronauts must overcome the many obstacles they face in order to survive, including a shortage of oxygen, power, and time. With the help of mission control in Houston, their families, and the courage of the three astronauts, Apollo 13 returns safely to Earth.

From John McTiernan, starring Bruce Willis, Jeremy Irons, Samuel L. Jackson, Graham Greene
Rated R

Die Hard with a Vengeance is an action-packed crime thriller starring Bruce Willis as John McClane and Samuel L. Jackson as Zeus Carver. The two team up to take on a mysterious terrorist named "Simon" (Jeremy Irons) who is wreaking havoc on New York City with a series of bombs. The pair must race against the clock to stop Simon before he can complete his plan of destruction. Along the way, McClane and Carver find themselves in a variety of dangerous and thrilling situations. With McClane’s wits and Carver’s street smarts, they must use their skills to outsmart the terrorist and save the city.

From Tim Robbins, starring Susan Sarandon, Sean Penn, Robert Prosky, Raymond J. Barry
Rated R

Dead Man Walking is a 1995 American drama film directed by Tim Robbins, and starring Susan Sarandon and Sean Penn. The story follows a nun, Sister Helen Prejean, as she works with a convicted murderer on death row. With her guidance, Matthew Poncelet (Penn) faces his impending execution and comes to terms with his past. Along the way, the two develop an unlikely bond and Poncelet gains spiritual insight. The film explores themes of faith, redemption, and the morality of the death penalty. It was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actress (Sarandon), Best Actor (Penn), and Best Original Screenplay (Robbins).

From Mike Figgis, starring Nicolas Cage, Elisabeth Shue, Julian Sands, Richard Lewis
Rated R

Leaving Las Vegas is a 1995 romantic drama film directed by Mike Figgis. The film stars Nicolas Cage as Ben Sanderson, an alcoholic Hollywood screenwriter who has lost everything due to his drinking. He has come to Las Vegas to drink himself to death. There he meets Sera, a prostitute played by Elisabeth Shue, with whom he develops an unexpected relationship that helps him to confront his troubled past. As Ben and Sera explore the darker sides of their own characters, they learn to accept their pain and how to love each other. Together they find solace in each other and ultimately, redemption.

From Directors: Marc Caro, Jean-Pierre Jeunet, starring Ron Perlman, Daniel Emilfork, Judith Vittet, Dominique Pinon
Rated R

The City of Lost Children is a 1995 French-German-Spanish fantasy film directed by Marc Caro and Jean-Pierre Jeunet. The story follows a scientist named Krank (Daniel Emilfork) who is unable to dream and is desperate to capture the dream of children in order to remain immortal. He kidnaps children from a coastal village and imprisons them in his lair, where he extracts dream fragments from them in his various experiments. Krank is opposed by One (Ron Perlman), a strong, silent giant who was once a circus performer. One has been sent by the children's parents to rescue them from Krank's clutches. With the help of a young girl named Miette (Judith Vittet) who is a member of a gang of orphans, One must defeat Krank and save the children. The City of Lost Children is a visually stunning film, full of surreal imagery and strange characters. The film combines elements of fantasy, science fiction and adventure in a unique way, creating a captivating and thought-provoking story.

From Scott Kalvert, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Lorraine Bracco, Marilyn Sokol, James Madio
Rated R

From Danny Boyle, starring Kerry Fox, Christopher Eccleston, Ewan McGregor, Ken Stott
Rated R

From Tony Scott, starring Gene Hackman, Denzel Washington, Matt Craven, George Dzundza
Rated R

From Oliver Stone, starring Anthony Hopkins, Joan Allen, Powers Boothe, Ed Harris
Rated R

From Kathryn Bigelow, starring Ralph Fiennes, Angela Bassett, Juliette Lewis, Tom Sizemore
Rated R

From Robert Rodriguez, starring Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Joaquim de Almeida, Cheech Marin
Rated R

From John Carpenter, starring Sam Neill, Jürgen Prochnow, Julie Carmen, David Warner
Rated R

From Larry Clark, starring Leo Fitzpatrick, Justin Pierce, Chloë Sevigny, Sarah Henderson
Rated Not Rated

From Woody Allen, starring Woody Allen, Mira Sorvino, Pamela Blair, Rene Ceballos
Rated R

From George Huang, starring Kevin Spacey, Frank Whaley, Michelle Forbes, Benicio Del Toro
Rated R

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

From Barry Sonnenfeld, starring Gene Hackman, Rene Russo, Danny DeVito, John Travolta
Rated R