Nothing hits the spot like the classics Netflix has a vast library of iconic films by some of the greatest filmmakers of all time, including Ridley Scott, Stanley Kubrick, and Martin Scorsese

Whether you can recite every scene of dialogue word for word or are checking out these films for the first time, there is always a great time to check out the groundbreaking masterpieces that have shaped the filmmaking landscape and continue to captivate audiences across generations

"If you build it, they will come"

If you remember this iconic phrase (not a variant of "they," which is often mistaken), you probably remember this late 80s fantasy film The film then spins a magical tale of a father and son who get one last chance to reunite through the power of their shared love of baseball, as spirits from the past are able to communicate with the living

"Field of Dreams" is a much-loved film for its unique blend of fantasy, emotion, and themes of second chances and family ties The film has a stellar cast that includes Kevin Costner, Ray Liotta, and James Earl Jones, as well as a soaring score by James Horner

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"Sisters, sisters, never were sisters so devoted"

When it comes to cozy Christmas classics, none is better than 1954's White Christmas Starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, and Vera-Ellen, and featuring the immortal music of Irving Berlin, this romantic film follows two sisters who team up with two World War II veterans to stage a show to save a struggling Vermont inn The film features a light-hearted plot Romance soon develops between the veterans and the sisters, but numerous misunderstandings prevent true love

The film features many eye-popping musical numbers, including the title song, "White Christmas," as well as "Sisters" and "Snow" Hallmark movies may be all the rage at Christmas today, but "White Christmas" is without a doubt the original feel-good holiday movie With heartwarming themes of friendship, love, and the holiday spirit, as well as songs that many of us know by heart, it is no wonder that this film is a beloved holiday classic

When one thinks of the British comedy group Monty Python, including Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin, the first thing many people think of is "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" The first thing most people think of when they think of Monty Python is Monty Python and the Holy Grail This is not the only film produced by the legendary comedy team, but its unique blend of medieval parody and modern comedy, endlessly quotable dialogue, and of course the iconic Camelot musical sequence make it a favorite

"Monty Python and the Holy Grail" remains one of the greatest comedies of all time, nearly half a century after its release, for its unique take on medieval customs and timeless humor

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"Say hello to my little friend" [Brian De Palma's epic film about the rise and fall of Cuban immigrant-turned-Miami drug lord Tony Montana has become one of the greatest crime films of all time and is highly acclaimed in a lineup that includes films by Francis Ford Coppola, Quentin Tarantino, and Martin Scorsese

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The film explores themes of greed, power, corruption, and the destructive nature of the drug trade on families and communities, and is known for its intense and often violent scenes Al Pacino's iconic performance as the anti-hero Tony Montana is another major reason why the film has been talked about for so long He imbues the character not only with determination, charisma, and intelligence, but also with a penchant for violence, greed, and a singular focus on gaining power at any cost

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"The most important time in life is the time you spend with your friends" [Stand By Me] is the quintessential coming-of-age story about four 12-year-old boys, played by Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, and Jerry O'Connell, who embark on a journey to find the body of Ray Brower, a missing boy rumored to have been hit by a train The film is based on the novel of the same name While the film's main plot deals with what happened to Bower, the film also explores themes of loss, family dynamics, and identity

Directed by Rob Reiner, the film deftly balances humor and sadness to create a film that, like many moments in childhood and adolescence, will make the viewer laugh and cry at the same time

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"You talkin' to me I'm the only one here Who do you think you're talking to?"

"Taxi Driver," considered Martin Scorsese's best film, stars Robert De Niro as Travis Bickle, a Vietnam War veteran and cab driver obsessed with the idea of cleaning up New York and ridding the city of what he perceives as a pervasive moral decay The film is a great example of this Bickle also becomes obsessed with a local political activist, and when she rejects him, he falls into a state of paranoia and obsession

Robert De Niro's strong performance, coupled with Martin Scorsese's direction, made the film one of the most acclaimed films of all time and cemented its status as a cinema classic While not an easy film to watch, Taxi Driver's examination of the psychological toll of loneliness and alienation will resonate with audiences more than 50 years after its release and continue to influence generations to come

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"You're gonna need a bigger boat"

Steven Spielberg's "Jaws," the first summer blockbuster in history, gave an entire generation the fear of the seaside The film revolves around the residents of the coastal town of Amity Island, who are threatened by a great white shark with a taste for human flesh The plot follows Chief Martin Brody, played by Roy Scheider, as he attempts to eliminate the shark threat by closing the beaches However, Mayor Larry Vaughn, played by Murray Hamilton, opposes the idea, despite the increased death toll, since the town relies heavily on summer tourism

The film's suspenseful storytelling, incredible camerawork, and groundbreaking special effects (especially the use of a mechanical shark nicknamed "Bruce") became legendary, and John William's iconic "Jaws" theme became one of the most well-known songs in history

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