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So, I have been asked to name my top 5 movies…UGH! Soooo hard! So many different genres and decades…it is hard! Especially when you are like me and there are certain movies that have certain things that really get to you, but you hate other things about the movie. Am I being too analytical? Probably, but it is my Blog, so bite me! So, what I did was write a list of movies that first come to mind. They are in no particular order and some of them are grouped together in a weird way, but I will explain why. Here goes:

Heathers – Classic dark comedy that captures the whole caste system in high school in such a brilliant way. What teenage girl’s best friend hasn’t been her worst enemy at one time or another? And who didn’t dream about a Christian Slater type to come along and change our lives? Plus, this movie provides us with a plethora of great quotes, including “I love my dead gay son!” HA!

Best in Show – Christopher Guest rocks my world! I don’t even know where to begin with this movie. Except to say that I can watch this movie over and over and still laugh my ass off! I can’t believe that the cast could make this movie with straight faces. Honorable Mention for a Comedy/Documentary goes to Drop Dead Gorgeous. Love that Midwestern accent! And even though I don’t think that Denise Richards could act her way out of a paper sack, the scene where she is singing and dancing with Jesus on the cross is one of the funniest things I have ever seen! Oh! And Ellen Barkin’s hand melted into her beer can? Great.

The Exorcist – My all-time favorite horror flick! Even hearing the music gives me chills. Still freaks me out to this day. When I was in Washington DC, one of the highlights was visiting the famous stairs. And taking many morbid pictures on them. I will try to post them for you all to see.

Breakfast at Tiffany’s/ Roman Holiday – No actress today can hold a candle to Audrey! I love both of these movies. I put them together because even though they are very different, they have similar themes. In BAT, Holly has her freedom, but would secretly liked to be kept. In RH, she is kept, but wants her freedom. Both movies are worth it for the costumes, the scenery, the music and of course Audrey. Bonus for all you A-Team fans: A young George Peppard in BAT!

Godfather II/ Empire Strikes Back – I know you are reading this list going “The hell?” right about now. Hear me out. The Godfather trilogy is almost perfect. Unfortunately Sofia Coppola single-handedly manages to ruin the entire third installment and makes all of her scenes unbearable to watch. I am partial to the second Godfather because of the way it brings the stories together. Everything makes sense after watching it. Same with the Star Wars trilogy. I just can’t handle the Ewoks in Return of the Jedi. And while I love the OG Star Wars, I am partial to ESB because of the way it ties everything together. Get it now?

Home Alone – I still cry from laughing so hard when Kevin McAllister lip-synchs to White Christmas. Yeah, I know. And one of my favorite movie lines (and one that I use on a weekly basis): “A lovely cheese pizza, just for me.” This movie is also where I picked up the habit of referring to people as “filthy animals”. Gotta love it!

Jungle Book/Beauty and the Beast – Yes, cartoons, Disney, I know….But any cartoon that has Louie Prima as a character and his songs on the soundtrack is tops in my book! And B&B is just classic. I can’t help but love it.

Swingers – Soooo true to life, I just can’t help it. Also provides of plethora of movie quotes that are great for any occasion, especially being in Vegas, where I find I am quoting this movie constantly. Bonus: Vince Vaughn. Oooooohhhhhh Yeaaaaaah!!!!

Lost Boys – One of the best vampire movies EVAH! Also, they filmed it in Santa Cruz, CA and at the time I was living in San Jose. My family happened to be in SC for clam chowder on the wharf, where the cast and crew had their trailers. Awesome. I watched them eat. I saw the Corey’s, Keifer, and Jamie Gertz. I will never forget it!

Shadow of the Vampire/ Boondock Saints – Two very different movies, one excellent thing in common: Willem Dafoe. ‘Nuff said. If you haven’t seen either one of these (which I am sure you haven’t) run to Blockbuster and snatch them up pronto!

Mildred Pierce – An oldie, but a goodie. Joan Crawford at her most motherly! Another one to run out and rent!

Sixteen Candles/ Breakfast Club/ Pretty in Pink – All classic John Hughes, all filled with great lines. He soooo captured the 80’s teen angst in the most entertaining way.

When Harry Met Sally – Does it get any better than Harry and Sally singing Surrey With a Fringe on Top at Sharper Image?

Honorable Mention for Best Guest Appearance in a Movie – Italy in the Talented Mr. Ripley. After seeing that movie I wanted to move to Italy. Luckily I got to visit. And I can’t wait to go back!

So of course there are many others to list, but this is what popped in my head at first thought. Let me know your thoughts and opinions!!