The best films of the USA of 80-90 years: the list, features and reviews

US films of the 80-90s are popular even today. We are reviewing these films with great pleasure, since we remember them from childhood. Today, viewers look at them with other, older eyes, but they still remain loved. Needless to say - the cinema in those years was not so "stuffed" with special effects, but it was more real and profound. This article contains a selection of films that received high ratings and rave reviews.

Recall US films of the 80-90's - science fiction, action movies, horror, comedy and melodrama.

The Die Hard (1988)

One of the best works of Bruce Willis. In the center of the story is a policeman, who is fighting the political terrorists in a modern skyscraper, trying to save two dozen hostages. Among them is his wife ...

The role of the protagonist was a lot of worthy contenders, but what to say, Bruce Willis excellently coped with his role.

The first parts of the action movie "Die Hard" can be safely categorized as "Best Movies of the 80-90 Years (USA)". Currently there are 5 films with the same name.

Based on the reviews, we can conclude that the audience found advantages in stunning visual effects, worthy musical accompaniment and actors. An excellent action movie with a dynamic plot and a classic battle "good vs evil."

The Matrix (1999)

"Matrix" is a surreal fantasy, which makes you think about the real structure of our world. Hacker Neo is a terrific expert, but one day he learns something he should not have known. It turns out that our world is only an illusion, and mankind is only the food of artificial intelligence.

The "Matrix" is not only an excellent fantasy. Despite the fact that the fantasy and fantasy of the 80-90s did not have special special effects, the "Matrix" broke all records of its time. The film raises the question of making the world, makes you think about your life. Surprising is not only the production, but the idea itself, as well as perfectly shot scenes of battles.

"Terminator" (1984)

A cult fantasy film of the 80's about robots. The Terminator comes from the post-apocalyptic future into the past with the goal of killing Sarah Connor, because in the future her son will win the war of the dying humanity with the killer machines. Subsequently, several more parts with the same name and Schwarzenegger in the title role were removed.

This film is not for nothing called the legendary. He really was the first to touch upon the subject of the past and its impact on the future. The theme of predetermination and the inevitability of events is insanely interesting. A small budget almost did not spoil the picture, like some "blunders" in the production of scenes. However, this fiction to the bone says about love, honor, duty.

"The Shining" (1980)

The film is based on the book of the legendary Stephen King. Jack is a writer, but the plot of the new book is not glued, and he decides to change the situation. Together with his son and wife, Jack arrives in a secluded hotel, which for winter is closed due to heavy snowfalls. Jack's family will be in the hotel all alone for the whole winter, but is it so ...?

This is an incredibly worthy film. He does not make the viewer tremble with horror, but it looks in suspense, especially the final scenes. The tension is added and mad music. True, viewers complain that Jack's personality degradation is not as obvious as in the book, but the film is still worth watching.

"Sleepy Hollow" (1999)

One of the best horror films of the 90's. Describes the London constable (incomparable Johnny Depp), who is sent to investigate mysterious murders in a small town. Its residents are sure that the killer is an animated rider without a head, but the constable intends to find and punish a very real maniac.

Stunning atmospheric film makes it interesting from the first minutes. This gothic story is an ideal thriller with elements of mysticism, with a wonderful musical accompaniment. Ichabod Depp makes the viewer worry about him, and Ricci's heroine fascinates not only him, but us from the first minute. A perfect fairy tale for adults from Tim Burton received excellent reviews of film critics.

"The Nanny" (1994)

Stunning comedy for children and adults. The Falconet brothers are hired by a millionaire to look after his two orphaned nephews during his absence. Two small dirty tricks against two huge pumping. Gemini vs twins. Who will win?

This film became one of the best comedies and was remembered by both children and adults. Charming twins, funny jokes, surprisingly good atmosphere. The rapprochement of the main characters looks harmonious and believable. And, of course, the final scenes left an indelible impression!

"Liar, liar" (1997)

Incomparable Jim Carrey in the next comedy! Fletcher is an excellent lawyer and an incorrigible liar. He lies to everyone not only by necessity, but also by habit. One day, his son, frustrated by his father's eternal lies, makes a guess on his birthday so that the pope speaks only the truth ... and the desire magically comes true.

Very touching comedy about love, honesty, justice. Jimmy Carrey has perfectly got used to a role of the selfish and deceitful lawyer who is compelled to reconsider the habits and to understand, that the most important for him is the family. The film is full of humor and Carrie's hilarious face. It is these films of the US 80-90 that delight viewers today.

The Titanic (1997)

The famous "Titanic" witnesses the love of a poor artist and a wealthy heiress. A rose wants to marry an unloved, and she falls in love with the freedom-loving Jack, with whom she can not have a future. However soon "Titanic" collides with an iceberg ...

The audience singles out an excellent actors' play - sensually, emotionally, deeply. Kate and Leo have coped with their roles perfectly. The surrounding splendor and stunning music complement the ideal picture. And, of course, the story itself does not leave any spectator indifferent.

In addition, I want to highlight other films that received high ratings and positive reviews. Similar films of the USA from the 80-90s show an excellent joint work of the directors and actors.

The best fighters of the 80-90's

Below are collected the best films of the USA of 80-90 years (insurgents), which received the highest ratings.

• "The face with a scar" (1983).

The most talented Al Pacino in the image of Cuban Tony Montana! In search of a better life, the young man moved to live in Miami, not having disdained to commit a murder for the opportunity to live and work in the United States. But low-paid work does not suit a young criminal, so he is hired to work for a drug dealer and eventually acquires a very specific reputation ...

• "Knockin 'on Heaven" (1997).

The film is shot in the genre of action movies and dramas. Two heroes with not the most decent past have a terrible diagnosis - the account goes on not the days, but on the clock. But the heroes are not going to go to bed and die just like that - they are waiting for exciting adventures: from hijacking the car to getting to know the bandits.

• "Escape from Shawshank" (1994).

Shoushenk is a prison where people are imprisoned for life. Escape from here is impossible. But when Andy Dufrain, the banker who is accused of killing his own wife and her lover, gets here, the young man realizes that he has become a slave for the rest of his days. But an enterprising banker is not going to put up with this and is developing an escape plan ...

• "The Fifth Element" (1997).

XXIII century. Only 4 elements (fire, water, earth and air) in combination with the mysterious fifth element can save the world from absolute evil. And taxi driver Corben Dallas becomes one who can protect the world from impending danger.

Fantasy of the 80-90s

Films of the 80-90s, the fantasy in which at that time was something outlandish, were shot qualitatively and interestingly. And it's not for nothing that they deserve the love of the audience.

• "People in Black" (1997).

A fantastic detective story about alien creatures and their controlling department, where agents dress only in black ...

• "Back to the Future" (1985).

The time machine carries Marty and Brown's dock from the 80's to the 50's. There the guy meets his very young parents and young Brown. However, one can not get into the past, nothing there has not accidentally changed ... Subsequently, several more parts were removed.

• The Predator (1987).

Excellent science fiction with Arnie Schwarzenegger! An elite group of commandos goes to the South American jungle to rescue several Americans who were captured by the partisans. And then the fun begins ...

Horrors of the 80-90s

To admit, the films of the USA of 80-90 years in a genre "horrors" to remove was far not so simply, as today. Nevertheless, despite the meager special effects and some primitiveness in productions, which we children of modern times easily notice, these films have a significant dignity. They really scared. And they scare many today. Probably, the whole thing is in an atmosphere that special effects can not create. Among the most popular and favorite horror movies are the following.

• "Poltergeist" (1983).

The story of the spirits that penetrate the world of the living ... from the TV. In those days it was a truly unusual idea. The plot tells of a family that has encountered evil spirits from the other world.

• "Dracula" (1992).

Films USA 80-90-ies in the genre of horror shooting was much harder than today. But they really scared. "Dracula" is based on the famous novel by Bram Stoker. Jonathan Harker, a real estate specialist, goes to Dracula's castle, leaving his beloved in London. Accidentally, Dracula finds a picture of Mina and begins to believe that she is the reincarnation of his lover, who committed suicide many centuries ago.

• "Faculty" (1998).

Ordinary University. Ordinary student life. But all of a sudden everything changes when the consciousness of teachers and students captures alien larvae. A group of students are trying to prevent the epidemic - for this they need to calculate the "queen" of aliens. Rarely rare are youth films of the 80-90s (the USA, however, has succeeded in this genre more than other countries). This project is an excellent example of popular today's youth paintings.

• The Mummy (1999).

One of the most beautiful screen pairs - and one of the best stories about Egyptian mummies. Everything is shot dynamically and interestingly, despite the absence of the usual graphics. Young researcher Evelyn and her saved from the death penalty Richard go to Egypt in search of the lost city of the dead - Hamunapters. And accidentally awaken from sleep an ancient mummy - the traitor Imhotep.

Comedies of the 80-90s

US films of the 80-90's are more lively and witty than most of today's American comedies - mostly vulgar and flat.

• "Married to the Mafia" (1988).

Angela is the widow of a famous gangster who was recently killed by a drug dealer for contacting his wife. But the enterprising girl is not going to be depressed. Having taken her son, she moves to Manhattan. But the FBI agents, who have heard about the deeds of her husband, are starting to follow her. And, of course, once between Angela and the agent a feeling flashes ...

• "Overboard" (1987).

Joanna is the incredibly arrogant and domineering wife of a millionaire. She rests on her husband's yacht and hires Dean to repair a broken locker. However, Joanna is not happy with her employees, so she throws out the man without payment. But after a few hours accidentally falls overboard ... and loses memory! Dean takes her to her, dreaming of punishing and re-educating ...

• "Curly Sue" (1996).

Charming vagabond and sweet girl of nine years penetrate into the house of a successful woman lawyer. The latter is lonely, but far from stupid, so at first she refers to a couple with disbelief, but gradually they win her heart ...

• "Dumb and stupid" (1994).

A comedy about two stupid friends who fall into equally stupid situations. According to the story, Lloyd and Harry are trying to catch up with a beautiful woman who accidentally dropped the case with the money. The unlucky friends do not understand that she left the "accidentally" dropped case specifically - this is money for the bandits who abducted her husband.

Melodramas of the 80-90s (USA)

• "The Bodyguard" (1992).

Rachel is a popular singer who constantly receives letters with threats. To protect herself from possible danger, she hires the former bodyguard of the president, Frank Farmer. Dislike between heroes soon develops into love ...

• "Dirty Dancing" (1987).

Spoiled 17-year-old Baby arrives with his parents in the resort town for a vacation and meets John, who works as a waiter. Johnny is a wonderful dancer and an experienced man. Her life changes abruptly after meeting him ...

• "Pretty Woman" (1990).

Vivien is a prostitute. By chance, she falls in the eye of the financial tycoon Edward, and the man invites her to his room. But in the morning she understands that this woman is not as simple as it seems at first glance - and offers her a deal: to stay with him for another week for an additional fee.

These are the best films of the USA from the 80-90s, the list of which can be continued.