Harvard Crimson Global Essay Competition (HCGEC) 2025 Creative Writing First-Place Winner Justin Yus first English book, featuring deeply moving reviews of the worlds 50 greatest films.
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50 Films Ranked
01. The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
02. The Godfather (1972)
03. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
04. The Godfather Part II (1974)
05. Good Will Hunting (1997)
06. Whiplash (2014)
07. The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)
08. Dead Poets Society (1989)
09. The Truman Show (1998)
10. The Gold Rush (1925)
11. Seven Samurai (1954)
12. Casablanca (1942)
13. Harakiri (1962)
14. Psycho (1960)
15. Pulp Fiction (1994)
16. Joker (2019)
17. 12 Angry Men (1957)
18. Singin’ in the Rain (1952)
19. Spirited Away (2001)
20. Se7en (1995)
21. Parasite (2019)
22. Scarface (1983)
23. Ikiru (1952)
24. The Lion King (1994)
25. Leon: The Professional (1994)
26. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966)
27. Titanic (1997)
28. The Shining (1980)
29. The Wind Rises (2013)
30. Up (2009)
31. The Green Mile (1999)
32. Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998)
33. The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)
34. City Lights (1931)
35. The Terminator (1984)
36. Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
37. Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
38. The Pianist (2002)
39. Modern Times (1936)
40. Life Is Beautiful (1997)
41. Mary and Max (2009)
42. Catch Me If You Can (2002)
43. The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
44. The Sixth Sense (1999)
45. The Dark Knight (2008)
46. Hachi: A Dog’s Tale (2009)
47. The Usual Suspects (1995)
48. The Negotiator (1998)
49. Shutter Island (2010)
50. The Matrix (1999)
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This book takes a journey through the worlds of 50 of the most influential and unforgettable films in history ranked by an aspiring young cinephile. From timeless classics such as The Godfather (1972) and Singin’ in the Rain (1952) to modern masterpieces such as Parasite (2019) and Joker (2019), this collection spans a diverse range of genres, styles, and eras. Each chapter offers a 1000-word synopsis and review that explores the unique qualities that have cemented these films in cinema history. Alongside these reviews are brief bibliographies of some of the auteurs who created these masterpieces, as well a list of the actors who brought them to life. For those who hunger for more, an additional list of 50 recommended films is included at the end. Whether you’re a film aficionado or a newbie to the world of cinema, this book serves as a celebration of the movies that continue to define and reshape the way we experience storytelling on screen today.
