The 1980s saw the rise of blockbusters, after movies likeJawsandStar Warsfirst invented the concept in the 1970s.
Many of the biggest hits of the ’80s saw a synthesis of substance and spectacle.
The ’80s saw innovations in many genres that are still sending ripples through the landscape of modern cinema.
It remains one of the best and most influential horror movies ever made.
The Shiningis a perfect blend of intelligent filmmaking and sheer entertainment value.
As a result,The Shiningis part-King and part-Kubrick, and utterly compelling.
TheIndiana Jonesfranchise is a throwback to adventure serials and old comic books.
The setting isn’t the only thing that it takes from the 1930s.
Spielberg’s scintillating flair for action does the rest of the work.
Die Hardhas some great quotes, with Bruce Willis bringing a lot of wry humor to proceedings.
Its commitment to hefty practical effects means that it probably never will be.
Fans oftheAlienfranchiseare split between the first two movies, but audiences can enjoyAlienswithout having seenAlienfirst.
Aliensis an all-out action extravaganza.
The story of Salieri’s destructive obsession is tinged with dark comedy and deep, agonizing drama.
The 1980s were filled with movies that would become all-time classics.
The attempts to remake them didn’t go so well for the critics or audience.
It has a light tough, carrying the audience from comedy to tragedy with the utmost finesse.
Countless sci-fi films have tried to replicate the realistic, lived-in feeling ofBlade Runner’s world.
