A Fantastic Acid Western

Dead Man (1995)
Directed by Jim Jarmusch, rated R, 121 minutes

Dead Man is a black and white, "psychedelic western" about an accountant (perfectly played by Johnny Depp) who is chased by a group of bounty hunters for a murder he didn't commit. The film has surreal elements, and the plot has a similar structure and feel of Apocalypse Now. Dead Man has a fantastic cast including Robert Mitchum, Iggy Pop, Billy Bob Thorton, Crispin Glover and many more, and also has a killer soundtrack by Neil Young. Dead Man has an authentic feel and is entertaining till the very end, a must see for fans of westerns. You'll like it if: You like westerns, surreal films, Apocalypse Now or Johnny Depp.

A Side-Splitting Look at Hollywood

Swingers (1996)
Directed by Doug Liman, rated R, 94 minutes

Swingers is a hilarious, slice of life comedy about the lives of single, unemployed actors in Hollywood. This clever indie movie has consistent laughs and realistic, relatable characters. It's the break-through film of both stars Jon Favreau and Vince Vaughn, who are fantastic and funny. And interestingly enough, Swingers created the phrase "Vegas, baby!" and the term "wingman." You'll like it if: You like Vince Vaughn, slice of life comedies or movies about L.A./Hollywood.

A Thriller You Won't Forget

Memento (2000)
Directed by Christopher Nolan, rated R, 113 minutes

Memento is an edgy thriller about man with short-term memory loss, who uses tattoos and notes to help himself hunt down the man who killed his wife. The scenes in the movie run in reverse order, so you won't know what happened earlier in the story, just like the main character who has no short-term memory.

Seeing the world through the eyes of someone with no short-term memory gives the film a unique feel. Directed by Dark Knight director Christopher Nolan, Memento brilliantly uses a non-linear story to create an intense and suspenseful atmosphere. You like it if: You like puzzling thrillers, non-linear storylines, Batman Begins or The Dark Knight.

Thought Provoking, British, Family Comedy

Millions (2004)
Directed by Danny Boyle, rated PG, 98 minutes

Millions is a British, family movie about two 7 year-olds who find a large bag of pounds a few days before the country is going to switch over to the Euro. Directed by Slumdog Millionaire director Danny Boyle, Millions will let you take an honest look at the world through the eyes of a child. This well-written, morality tale is quick paced and thought provoking. You'll like it if: You like British humor, movies about kids or visually stylish movies.

A Darkly Comedic, Unpredictable Crime Flick

In Bruges (2008)
Directed by Martin McDonagh, rated R, 107 minutes

In Bruges is a clever, black comedy about two hitmen who hide out in the Belgian city Bruges. The dialogue is hilarious, and the lead actors, played by Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson, both nominated for best actor in a comedy or musical by the Golden Globes, have terrific chemistry. The Oscar-nominated screenplay really makes you care about the hitmen despite their large flaws, and sucks you into the fairy tale setting of Bruges. You'll like it if: You like crime-comedies, dark comedy, character driven movies, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang or Grosse Pointe Blank.

A Funny and Original Look at Love

Amélie (2001)
Directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, rated R, 122 minutes

Amélie is a funny and touching French comedy about a young woman in Paris who decides to change peoples lives for the better, and in doing so, falls in love. The whole movie has a fairy tale feel to it, masterfully crafted by director Jean-Pierre Jeunet. Amélie was quirky before it was popular to be quirky, and it works perfectly, thanks to great writing, and Audrey Tautou's fantastic job as Amélie. You like it if: You like romantic comedies, quirky humor or French cinema.

5 Movies Everyone Should See

5. Office Space (1999) Directed by Mike Judge, rated R, 89 minutes
Office Space will make you laugh, it's that simple. If you've worked in an office, it'll be that much funnier. It's about an office worker who hates his job, and decides to do something about it. Ron Livingston and Jennifer Aniston have great chemistry, and you'll be quoting Office Space for years to come. You'll like it if: You've ever worked in an office or you like comedy in general.

4. Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005) Directed by Shane Black, rated R, 102 minutes
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang is a hilarious, film noir inspired detective film, about a New York thief, who ends up in L.A. learning to be a private eye for a part in a TV show. Robert Downey Jr. and Val Kilmer have incredible chemistry, and the writing is uniquely brilliant. You'll like it if: You're a fan of film noir, love Robert Downey Jr., or like crime-comedies.

3. Fargo (1996) Directed By Joel Coen, rated R, 98 minutes
Fargo is a brilliantly written dark comedy/crime drama. Arguably the Coen brothers best film, Fargo is about a dimwitted husband who plans a fake kidnapping to make some money. Things go wrong, and a pregnant cop (played by Frances McDormand who won the OscarTM for best actress) has to solve the crime. The acting is great all around, and the Minnesota winter setting is perfect (plenty of hilarious Minnesotan accents). You'll like it if: You like dark comedies, crime-comedies or other films by the Coen brothers.

2. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) Directed by Michael Gondry, rated R, 108 minutes
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind may be the finest romantic comedy since Annie Hall. It tells the story of a couple, perfectly played by Kate Winslet and Jim Carrey (in a serious role) that after things go sour, have each other erased from their minds with a new procedure. Written by the best screenwriter around, Charlie Kaufman, and boldly directed by Michael Gondry, Eternal Sunshine manages to be a romantic comedy that even men will enjoy. You'll Like it if: You're a fan of romantic comedies, Jim Carrey, or Kate Winslet, or are looking for something original.

1. Magnolia (1999) Directed by P.T. Anderson, rated R, 188 minutes

Magnolia is an epic film about the interrelated stories of nine people in L.A. The entire ensemble cast, including Julianne Moore, William H. Macy, John C. Reilly and Tom Cruise (doing the best acting of his life), are all great. It's funny, heartbreaking, bizarre and interesting from the beginning to the end. You'll like it if: You like large scale, ambitious films, or are a big fan of film in general.