Top 20 Most Underrated Movies of All Time

I'm on both of your sides We're All in This Together man here to pick right now no I don't why would I put a pig no I Wanna Know welcome to watch Mojo and today we're counting down our picks for the top 20 underrated films of all time has he look at what I found here so we'll be looking at movies that don't always get the credit they deserve these films may or may not have been acclaimed in their day but definitely need another Renaissance did we forget one of your favorite films let us know in the comments below Jennifer's evil I know no I mean she's actually evil not high school evil number 20 The Life Aquatic with Steve zisu was he that deliberate Choice never to show the Jaguar shark no I dropped the camera The Life Aquatic with Steve zisu takes on the works of Jacques Cousteau by way of offbeat Comedy bringing his dry humor to the mix Bill Murray stars as the titular oceanographer in search of an elusive Jaguar shark encounter with Holly abdominal shark like fish 10 meters in Lake out for me are gorgeous features spots all over it I shot it dorsally with the Holy guard filmmaker Wes Anderson crafts a highly stylized Adventure full of memorable characters played by a cast of All-Star actors Murray and the Gang all make this story worthwhile with a mix of light entertainment and emotional depths there's also a wild shootout set to a song by the Stooges for good measure some feel like this is a lesser entry in the director's filmography but there's enough Whimsical fun here to entice any fan here we go number 19. dread juries [Music] this adaptation of the comic series dropped Sylvester Stallone for a much more brutal and gritty look into the character Carl Urban leaves the helmet on for this version which focuses the film instead on the World building and fun sequences this is your first time I'm wondering when you'd remember you left your helmet behind or a helmet can interfere with my psychic ability bullet might interfere with some more dread features a number of chases and shootouts to rival any sci-fi story of its kind Urban's subtle acting is a lean interpretation of the title role without slipping into the broader territory of his predecessor the movie also works as a straight up action flick for those looking for pure entertainment as long as you're comfortable with lots of blood and violence dread will more than satisfy your craving if I don't come back and you get cornered you might not want to get taken alive your call sir number 18 Dan in Real Life [Music] Steve Carell has proven himself to be much more than Michael from the office one of his early starring roles has one such example blending drama and comedy into a story of a complicated father can I drive dad's going to be syndicated not so fast or two other columnists being considered so oh that's great can I drive his character struggles to accept his daughter is changing lives while also contemplating a relationship with his brother's partner Corel Bridges the gap between humor and genuine sensitivity in a realistic portrayal of fatherhood in the part of Dan the actor proves that he has a dramatic presence that never feels forced or hammy in the slightest cast members like Juliet pinoche and even Dane Cook bring underrated work to this worthwhile dramedy no it seems that it's been seriously hard no um no work we're okay now really okay number 17 Thief lie to no one there's somebody close to you you're gonna run it with a lie Michael Mann's debut feature is among the coolest films of the 80s taking the best elements from crime Cinema the director delivers a stylish movie full of rain drenched streets and Shifty characters he also directs star James Khan in his greatest performance Barry will collect it down the breath in three this afternoon you'll double your money in three months my money goes in the bank you put your money on the street playing the skilled robber Frank the actor pushes beyond the typical cliches of the genre and finds the heart of a troubled man Khan's assertive presence drives the main plot as he contemplates settling down and leaving behind his criminal background next a fantastic acting and Direction Tangerine dreams synth soundtrack gives this piece another memorable element to experience and that is my life and uh nothing nobody can stop me from making that happen do it right there that would be you number 16 Kiss Kiss Bang Bang hi hey so what do you do for a living I'm retired I invented dice when I was a kid oh Shane black was a hot shot screenwriter long before making Kiss Kiss Bang Bang for his directorial debut the Lethal Weapon scribe takes his knack for witty dialogue and Buddy films to new heights I apologize that is a terrible scene it's like why was that in the movie gee you think maybe it'll come back later Robert Downey Jr plays a guy who accidentally wins an acting role studying for his part with the help of Val Kilmer's private eye the dynamic pair gives the Lively script the feel that all of the dialogue is completely off the cuff along with directing a fantastic cast Black's infectious energy reaches to every corner of the project at a lightning Pace the entire production works both as an intriguing Noir and a whip smart comedy boils down to this Veronica Dexter yesterday afternoon about 4 30 left her home yeah went off to the airport pick up some dude or boyfriend off she went that was it that was the last time anybody saw her number 15 Gattaca Jerome Morrow Navigator first class is about to embark on a one-year manned mission to Titan 14th moon of Saturn Andrew Nichols sci-fi tale carries with it some of the smartest and deepest philosophical ideas of its era Ethan Hawke's character Vincent strives her greatness in a world that doesn't accept him leading the character to assume another man's identity at an aerospace Corporation they don't care where you were born just how blood has no nationality as long as it's got what they're looking for it's the only passport you need his complex plan to impersonate the privilege Jerome carries with a number of dramatic pitfalls and Rich metaphors depicting a society that favors Eugenics Gattaca makes Bold statements about the concepts of humanity in the face of technological advances the film Blends romance and mystery into its tightly wound narrative all of which effectively utilize Nichol's dense World building All That Remains is to select the most compatible candidate first we may as well decide on gender have you given it any thought we would want Vincent to have a brother you know um to play with number 14 Matchstick Men Angela wants to talk to you though who Angela your daughter she knows you're a father and she says she really wants to meet you Nicholas Cage is his usual entertaining self in Ridley Scott's Matchstick Men He stars as the con man Roy Waller dealing with disorders such as OCD following a panic attack his partner tries to get him some psychiatric help hey Roy you need to see someone okay I think I'm doing this just for you you know you got money you can retire I get car payments this results in a circuitous plot that reunites Waller with his so-called daughter and brings into question the nature of his con artist weights cage and Sam Rockwell give two electric performances in this well-constructed comedy filled with many unexpected surprises this clever movie tricks the audience in increasingly entertaining and unpredictable ways director Scott ultimately makes a case for being as competent with dark humor as he is with sci-fi the most important thing you have to understand about this game is 90 of it is variable no matter how good your plan is you almost always get thrown at curveball so you've got to be flexible prepared to roll with anything number 13 50 50. call me Catherine you're Dr McKay I am [Music] 50 50 manages to find humor in a topic as serious as cancer Joseph Gordon-Levitt stars as Adam who reels from a life-changing diagnosis and receives help from a friend played by Seth Rogen chances what are your odds I don't know I mean I looked it up and it said 50 50 but that's like the internet so the bed that's better than I thought the movie charts the lead character's journey through all the ups and downs of the disease including his family's reaction to the news Rogan's wingman helps Adam Embrace his Humanity while supporting him during moments like shaving his head and getting back into the dating scene both the main actors have a natural chemistry that provides the comedy with laughs and tears taking a realistic look at the effects of the illness 50 50 expertly walks the line between genres bald no no it's just cancer it's not contagious oh my God what kind of cancer is it it's uh it's final number 12 Detroit party's over let's get it moving you know how this works Catherine Bigelow's historical drama delves into a deadly episode of the events surrounding the 1967 Detroit riot at the Algiers Motel authorities respond to a gunshot without knowing that it's a starter pistol this leads to a tense standoff between corrupt policemen and the motel guests resulting in the deaths of multiple people moment come on big low and screenwriter Mark Fuller craft a disturbing snapshot of racism in 60s America with a brilliant Ensemble that includes John boyega and Will Poulter this story deals with the Fallout of an actual tragedy Detroit did not receive the reception of the filmmaker's previous work but it carries a difficult and vital thesis about the ongoing racial divide and injustices in the U.S what is the point look I understand okay antagonize those guys I need you to survive the night number 11 everybody wants something hey I'm just gonna tell you something right now yeah I hate pictures okay so you and me will be teammates but we're not gonna be friends or anything like that might give you some kind of edge if I gotta face you down the line in pro ball if you ever make it there I'm just not gonna do that if you ever wondered what it's like to be an athlete in college this movie attempts to scratch the surface during the last few days before school starts a freshman baseball player joins his housemates for a chaotic marathon of parties and practice director Richard linklater Harkens back to his classic Dazed and Confused in the spiritual Sequel and all for the better a team of lesser-known actors assembles for some hilarious conversations and a slew of hijinks Zoe Deutsch joins the fun with a welcome role as the lead character's love interest not only does link later create an enjoyable salute to the 80s he also introduces the world to many talented performers in the process hey you're the quiet guy in the backseat Jake yeah yeah hi hi it's the quote unquote Auburn haired girl in 307. number 10 The Place Beyond the Pines first thing is we're gonna go in there nice and early just when the doors open okay you're going to take a look at all the tellers go for the oldest moment you can right failing that go to the most Meek you Derek C and France's three-part crime epic plays out like a finely tuned novel in the first section Ryan Gosling's biker becomes a bank robber to provide for his son Gosling's electric performance draws in the audience with thrilling getaways [Applause] the second part features Bradley Cooper dealing with the Fallout of a high-speed chase and fending for himself against the corrupt police force Cooper delivers his most underrated work as an honest cop who deals with the trauma of a shooting Sian France brings together all of the emotions of this piece into a cathartic final third that is both moving and shocking in equal parts blending together the greatest elements of heist films with a believable drama The Place Beyond the Pines is well worth its extended run time I'm doing it for you you can have anything you want I don't want you to touch that kid you leave him alone number nine Jennifer's Body most of us were too numb to enjoy ourselves most of us [Music] body combines elements of slasher films and teen comedies to crowd-pleasing effect it also contains Megan Fox's greatest role as the central murderous entity while Fox's bombshell status and Blockbusters like Transformers pigeon holds her into certain parts this movie allows her to subvert the position with a knowing wink I gotta go I am a god okay her succubus character effectively Woos and murders unsuspecting teenagers with her Wicked charms she and Amanda Seyfried start together in an unlikely friendship that brings a more female perspective to the genre this horror Adventure didn't get the love it deserved upon release but people are coming around to it as much more than an average shock Fest what are you guys best friends don't keep secrets right number eight clue I'm willing to believe you I too am being blackmailed for something I didn't do me too and me not me you're not being blackmailed oh I'm being blackmailed alright but I did what I'm being blackmailed for nobody would have guessed that a board game could Inspire such a funny and thrilling film taking cues from other murder mysteries clue uses the basic setting and character names from the original concept to spoof the popular genre Tim Curry leads a cast of comedic stars with Snappy dialogue and an effective plot the twists and turns are only beaten by the sheer amount of laugh out loud moments what we're trying to find out we're trying to find out who killed him and where and with what there's no need to shout I'm not shouting all right I am from wittiest sides to slapstick this comedy never stops trying to make you chuckle stick around for Curry's Whirlwind monologue in a few different endings for added fun please help yourself to drink if you'd like not the cognac just in case just in case it works number seven blowout you pull the girl out of that car yes well I would like for you to forget about her forget you ever saw her wait a minute who are you Brian De Palma spent the 70s and 80s delivering one intense Thriller after the other one of his best films during this period is blowout which serves as an homage to an earlier movie by Michelangelo antonioni John Travolta stars as a sound man that unintentionally records evidence of a political assassination you have any idea what the Press would do if they got a hold of a thing like this what do you want me to do just say she wasn't there I mean I already told the police that's already taken care of the actor gives one of his greatest performances as a man obsessed with the conspiracy De Palma generates genuine Terror through his intricate camera work slowly ramping up the tension until a firework-filled finale even if the story isn't completely original the filmmaker and Travolta make the Thriller feel as exciting as possible [Music] number six the assassination of Jesse James by the coward Robert Ford nope nope you got anything good here it could be with a lengthy run time and title it's fair to assume some people steered clear of this movie during its first release the narrative follows the James gang during their Heyday of Roberts while Robert Ford's obsession with the outlaw grows to a violent end you Robert Ford holy you 20. director Andrew Dominic questions the Mythic figures of the old west and the infamy that keeps them in the spotlight Brad Pitt brings James into full view as a flawed human next to Casey Affleck's impressive work as the treacherous Fort the deliberately slow pace doesn't entice all audiences but it certainly rewards any dedicated viewers with a nuanced portrait of two 19th Century men ain't no joke number five Barry Linden but he was destined to be a Wanderer and the battle with Quinn set him on his travels at a very early age adapting a novel about a roguish man filmmaker Stanley Kubrick's period drama Chronicles the 18th century and painstaking detail Ryan O'Neill offers a career best performance as a Wandering anti-hero that fails to achieve Success Through honorable means mark this and come with Will of it I will fight the man who pretends the hand of Nora Brady I'll follow him if it's into the church and fight him there I'll have his blood or he'll have mine working with great performers and production design the director also employs the use of special camera lenses to capture beautiful candlelit scenes The Staggering achievement comes together through the central vision of a master artist and his expert collaborators it doesn't receive the same attention as his other efforts but Barry Linden feels as impactful as Kubrick's most famous works I hope you're not thinking of leaving us soon Sir Charles not so soon you may fancy perhaps number four A Simple Plan it's kind of cash you know what I bet it's Drug Money what it is there's no such thing as a clean getaway and this film perfectly encapsulates that concept Bill Paxton and Billy Bob Thornton played two opportunistic men who hope to make off with a bunch of cash Paxton and Thornton are more than capable in their naturalistic style to bring out the tragedy of these men without overacting their plot goes wrong in every possible way as the incompetent criminals lose their cool why are you both always talking about sides or there's no there's no way I'm on both of your sides We're All in This Together man steering the entire production director Sam Raimi takes the crime genre by the horns and never lets go in this entertaining narrative like reading a page-turning novel this story keeps the viewer engaged to The Bitter End sounds good to me hell yes number three prisoners girls Visionary filmmaker Denny villanuev's prisoners takes a dark look at The Disappearance of two children and the ensuing investigation Hugh Jackman plays the father that will do anything to find his daughter even going so far as to kidnap and torture a potential suspect this is the only way have you lost your mind Keller do you have a better idea Franklin as Jackman's character loses his soul Jake Gyllenhaal's detective struggles to find the case from the right side of the law both actors deliver some of their most underrated work questioning the concept of justice and Morality In a cruel world villanuev and cinematographer Roger deacons create a moody template for psychological mystery that borders on Horror in the best possible way probably am I suspect yeah I'm only asking because you were sold to the man who's now missing I heard them and what happened I thought you had him under surveillance I'm I'm gonna assume you're asking me because you have no idea no I didn't think it was something I could get away with number two Miller's Crossing and Casper hasn't broken the rules Bernie has on YouTube by helping him and if that isn't enough consider that if you make this a war you were more to lose than Kasper the Coen Brothers channel the prohibition ERA with the mobster film full of memorable performances the Irish and Italian mobs square off in a story that's full of intrigue tense dialogue and shootouts trading dark humor for a dramatic narrative the filmmaking Brothers don't break a sweat with a self-assured script Gabriel Byrne feigns Allegiance with both gangs for his own game while also coming up against the likes of John Turturro in a memorable forest scene it's a dream tell me a prank to you I can't the creative Duo assembles great character actors to fill out the cast along with Legends like Albert Finney in one of his best roles their more recent comedy is serious man is another underrated entry but this particular choice feels even more deserving of an additional Spotlight I want everybody to be friends I like to do this you're friends with Lazar are you friends with you you were friends with me all you gotta do to show your friend this give me Bernie burn boom you know it's the right thing anyway before we continue be sure to subscribe to our Channel and ring the bell to get notified about our latest videos you have the option to be notified for occasional videos or all of them if you're on your phone make sure you go into your settings and switch on notifications number one after hours would you just give me a break I really just want to go home I'm sorry I can't do that I could lose my job well who would who would know exactly I could go to a party get drunk talk to someone who knows in the 80s Martin Scorsese showed that his comedic efforts were as strong as any of his classic crime films this Comedy of Errors features Griffin Dunn as office drone Paul trying to get home with the worst luck of anyone in history the extended nightmare tracks him around the city as he finds himself with strange characters and in sometimes dangerous situations Dunn plays up each sequence with just the right amount of bewilderment that invites viewers to laugh along you look depressed came downtown oh God I didn't even know I didn't even know this girl never predictable after hours feels like an absurd roller coaster ride that you can't help but love the king of comedy is another underrated Choice from the filmmaker but this one is even lesser known to audiences you still have to wait a few minutes hey Mom why doesn't he have to wait a few minutes Mohawk name if you had a mohawk you could go in did you enjoy this video check out these other clips from WatchMojo and be sure to subscribe and ring the bell to be notified about our latest videos

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Length: 23min 9sec (1389 seconds)

Published: Wed Nov 23 2022