The 1990s was a significant period for movies.
The decade saw massive advancements in computer technology, allowing for the generation of otherworldly images and special effects.
Lower budget, independent filmmaking rose to prominence and generated hits regarded today as classics.
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As is the case with any movie, success is never guaranteed.
The BigLebowskiis an absurdist comedy and satire unlike anything made before it or since.
Nowadays, it’s regarded as a cult-classic staple andrevered for its uniqueness and pop-cultural longevity.
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All the while, it offers stunningly smooth animation and top-notch voice acting.
Now,The Iron Giantis quite influential, cementing its place as an all-time great animation classic.
The commercial mediocrity ofThe Shawshank Redemptionis puzzling; what else could 1990s audiences be looking for in a movie?
Upon boarding the abandoned spacecraft, it quickly becomes clear that something horrible happened aboard.
Event Horizonisan essential sci-fi horror movie.
While it admittedly borrows many elements from certain classics,Paul W.S.
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Andersondirects with flair, building agood amount of tension and intrigue, leading to a shocking finale.
Thankfully, rather than fall into obscurity,Event Horizonhas since amasseda sizable and dedicated cult following.
Despite the cultural relevance of its lead and the directorial competence ofJohn McTiernan,Last Action Herounderperformed financially.
Fight Clubis anidiosyncratic masterwork of excess and creative expression.
This turn-of-the-century classic ischock-full of memorable quotes, setpieces, and off-the-wall performances.
Daring and dangerous in the best of ways, there really is no other movie quite likeFight Club.
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The only issue is that Wood is a terrible director who makes very bad movies.
The films of directorTim Burtondon’t always resonate with general audiences, and such was the case withEd Wood.
Disappointingly, the movie was a total box office flop despite positive reviews.
Unsurprisingly,Showgirlsbecame a hit in home video rentals, cementing its status as a cult classic.
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