7 Oscar Winning Movies You Must Watch

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Zee Media Bureau
Jul 19, 2024

The Godfather (1972)

The iconic film tells the story of the powerful Italian-American crime family of Don Vito Corleone, played by Marlon Brando. The film explores themes of loyalty, power, and corruption.

Schindler's List (1993)

The harrowing film depicts the true story of Oskar Schindler, a German businessman who saved over a thousand Polish Jews during the Holocaust. The film's powerful portrayal of human resilience and compassion against the backdrop of unimaginable atrocity is both heartbreaking and uplifting.

Forrest Gump (1994)

The film depicts the story of Forrest Gump, played by Tom Hanks, a guy with a low IQ but a golden heart who unintentionally influences major historical events in twentieth-century America. The film combines humor, drama, and historical incidents to convey a message on the unpredictability of life.

The Silence of the Lambs (1991)

The psychological horror film, starring Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins, follows FBI trainee Clarice Starling as she seeks help from cannibalistic serial killer Dr. Hannibal Lecter to catch another killer. The film explores themes of fear, manipulation, and the human psyche.

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)

This epic fantasy concludes the journey of Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood) and his friends as they attempt to destroy the One Ring and defeat the dark lord Sauron. The film's stunning visuals, complex characters, and epic battle scenes make it a landmark in cinematic history.

Slumdog Millionaire (2008)

The film tells the story of Jamal Malik (Dev Patel), an 18-year-old orphan from the slums of Mumbai who competes in the Indian version of "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" and surprises everyone by answering all the questions correctly. The film highlights themes of destiny, love, and survival.

Parasite (2019)

The South Korean dark thriller follows the poor Kim family as they infiltrate the wealthy Park family by posing as unrelated, highly qualified individuals. The film skillfully blends social commentary with suspense, exploring themes of class disparity and deception.

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