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Without this book, I would have watched Stranger Things season four for the third time. Instead, I discovered that a movie shot in 28 countries with no CGI exists, and it looks like a dream you had after eating too much cheese.

This creates a fascinating dynamic. A film that was considered essential in 2005 might be bumped in 2024 to make room for Parasite or Everything Everywhere All At Once . It turns the book into a living document that reflects how our cultural values and the language of cinema change over time. It also makes collecting the older editions a fun hobby for completists who want to see what was left behind. 1001 movies you must see before you die book

That was three years ago. I have since accepted that I will likely die having seen only 600 of them. And you know what? I’m happier for it. Without this book, I would have watched Stranger

And isn't that better than checking a box? A film that was considered essential in 2005

Edited by film scholar , the book is a collaborative effort featuring essays from over 70 international film critics. The selection process is rigorous: The List | 1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die Wiki