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my top 10 movies of all time!

Top Gun Maverick 1. Top Gun Maverick 2022
It's been 30 years and US Navy Captain Pete "Maverick" Mitchell's (Tom Cruise) career is in jeopardy. His friend and former rival Admiral Tom "Iceman" Kazansky (Val Kilmer) reassigns him to train a new group of Top Gun graduates. Maverick must return to Miramar, train young fighter pilots for a high-risk mission.

What I liked: I loved the first one but this one hit it out of the ballpark. Maverick grew up and the storyline grew with him. The photography and filming are a masterpiece.

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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban 2. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban 2004
Harry learns Sirius Black (Gary Oldman), is a convicted murderer and Voldemort's former aide, has escaped from prison and is planning to kill him. Black betrayed Harry's parents to Voldemort. Harry, Ron, and Hermione investigate the mystery surrounding Black, who may be on his way to Hogwarts. The trio must deal with a swarm of Dementors sent to protect the school, a mysterious new teacher with a secret connection to Black, and a climactic sequence that involves time tricks.

What I liked: This is not only my favorite HP movie but also my favorite HP book. It is a work of artistry. It is wimsical, spoooky and enchanting.

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10 things I hate about you 3. 10 things I hate about you 1999
Bianca Stratford is pretty and popular, but her strict family won't allow her to date until her older sister does: the problem is that sister Kat is an outsider who tries to alienate any guy who might be interested in her. So Bianca's would-be boyfriend bribes fellow outsider Patrick to ask out Kat, thinking that this sullen young man with a mysterious past might tempt Kat to rise to the challenge.

What I liked: A captivating retelling of Taming of the Shrew.

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50 First Dates 4. 50 First Dates 2004
Henry, a player/vet on the island meets local Lucy. They hit it off and he thinks he's found the girl of his dreams then he finds out due to an accident her memory only lasts for a day and she won't remember him the next day. How will he ever win her over?

What I liked: Funny and heartwarming the best combination.

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The American President 5. The American President 1995
President Andrew Shepherd prepares to run for reelection. He meets environmental lobbyist Sydney Allen Wade and is instantly smitten with her. His opponent of course launches metaphorical bullets at him and tempers fly.

What I liked: Making something complicated human.

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Pretty Woman 6. Pretty Woman 1990
Follow the lovestory of Vivian a charismatic, innocent young woman trying to make ends meet as a prostitute who meets wealthy businessman Edward who treats all of life like a business decision.

What I like: 90s take on a Cinderella style story

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The Proposal The Proposal 2009
Margaret a Candian executive faces deportation after her Visa app is denied. She convinces her assistant Andrew to marry her. His conditions include her going to meet his family in Alaska. Will they pull off the facade?

What I liked: HILARIOUS FUN

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Bridget Jones's Diary 8. Bridget Jones's Diary 2001
32 year old Bridgett decides to take control of her life which she writes about in her diary.

What I liked: Hugh Grant vs. Colin Firth, British accents! And it's a series I mean...

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Shag The Movie 9. Shag The Movie 1989
Four teenage girls sprint to Myrtle Beach before adulthood set in for a final vacation together. Carson is planning to marry a boy that might not quite be right for her, Melaina is obsessing about her dreams of Hollywood, Pudge is overcome with self confidence issues and Luanne just can't quite let loose! They all grow closer together and help each other find their own way.

What I liked: A total blast from the past!

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My Best Friend's Wedding 10. My Best Friend's Wedding 1997
Best friends Julianne and Michael had a deal: They would marry each other if they were still single at 28. Just 4 days before the date Michael announces he's marrying gorgeous 20yo Kimberly. Julianne realizes she's in love with him. Can she stop the wedding in time?

What I liked: A hoot. It's quirky, fun and nostalgic.

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