| Top Flicks of Whitey's Pub 1. Band of Brothers (2001): As you will see, war movies are major favorites at the Pub. When you throw in historical significance and accuracy, the stakes are raised. While this HBO series isn't exactly a 'movie' per se, it is based on the real life accomplishments of the 101st airborne during WWII. Simply put, the heroics of these men can not be overstated. 2. Apocolypse Now (1979): Before the Band of Brothers came along, this nearly three hour warped looked into Martin Sheen's voyage during wartime Vietnam continues to facinate me. Tremendous short performance by Robert Duvall as the Lieutenant of the Air Cavalry Unit. 3. Saving Private Ryan (1998): Rounding out the top three is this tribute to the Normandy invasion. Starring Tom Hanks, the story follows a quickly assembled unit assigned to find Private Ryan (Matt Damon) and bring him home. Like the Band of Brothers, incredible footage and effects provide a first hand look at the devastation of war. 4. Jaws (1976): "We're gonna need a bigger boat." Whitey remembers this movie when it came out in the mid-seventies. At 12, heI was the perfect age to be completely engrossed by the terror dreamed up by writer Peter Benchley. Outstanding work by Dryfuss, Schneider, and (Captain Quint) Anthony Quinn. 5. Remember the Titans (2000): Whitey's Pub is also a huge fan of movies that deal with injustice and triumph. Remeber the Titans, based on a true story is set in early 1970's Virginia during the trouble times of segregation. Excellent performance by Denzell Washington. Great score. 6. Good Will Hunting (1997): Exceptional dialog. This movie introduced many to Matt Damon and Ben Aflick. While Aflick is a nice actor, Damon has turned into one of the best of his generation. Outstanding performance as well by Robin Williams, who tries to make a man out of a boy genius with an attitude in South Boston. Williams dissapears into his character. 7. The Exorcist (1973): Simply put, still the scariest movie ever made. 8. The Godfather (1972): Actually, all three Godfather films are excellent and nearly impossible to turn off. One of the finest casts ever assembled combined with an awesome storyline. Considered by many to be the finest film ever produced. 9. Platoon (1986): 2nd Vietnam movie in top ten, this one stars the younger Charlie Sheen and an incredible cast on the front lines. Good vs. Evil within the ranks further complicate a troubled time. 10. A Few Good Men (1992): A well done and straightforward film seeking to find justice in a court martial case involving Guantanamo marines. Incredible cast, check out the IMDB link. 11. Mississippi Burning (1988): A loose documentary of civil rights injustice in the deep south during the sixties. If you like Gene Hackman and William Dafoe, you'll love this movie. An underrated film. 12. Titanic (1997): Big screen appeal, stunning special effects, solid cast and interesting story line take you onto the big ship and into the water. Well balanced film from start to finish. By the way, the boat sinks. 13. Apollo 13 (1995): Here's a few names for you. Ron Howard, Tom Hanks, Gary Sinise, Kevin Bacon, Ed Harris, and NASA. Another docu-drama that doesn't dissappoint. A film for all ages. 14. The Thing (1982): May not belong on the list, but you get Kurt Russell wearing those cool snow blizzard sunglasses, the North Pole (or South Pole- some creepy isolated pole) in a thriller by John Carpenter and we're sold! 15. Diner (1982): A guy movie by a bunch of guys that had not quite yet made their marks in Hollywood. The story of early twenty-somethings in early 1960's Balitmore. Yes, there's lots of Colts references. 16. Goodfellas (1990): "All my life I wanted to be a gangster." The storyline follows a young Henry Hill, who rises to the upper ranks of the Mob. Based on true story, incredible cast and full of quotables throughout. 17. The 6th Sense (1999): Went to see this movie on the big screen, having no idea what it was about. As Mr. Whitey's Pub walked out, he was quoted saying "that might just be the best movie I've ever seen." 18. Braveheart (1995): One of the most powerful films of the modern era, again stealing the real world heroics of Scotsman William Wallace. Inspirational performance by Mel Gibson, in a film that placed him solidly on the map as one of Hollywood's finest actors. 19. Rocky (1976): Hard to believe this is the first and only real sports movie on the top twenty. Real, gritty, and classic. The film (good or bad) that brought the world Sly Stallone. His work in front of and behind the camera is excellent. 20. Forrest Gump (1994): Another family favorite starring one of Hollywood's best, Tom Hanks. An amazing time-piece film that intertwines history with the loveable and strangely believable Gump. Excellent cast and soundtrack as well. Best of the Rest: Shawshank Redemption, Patton, Jerry MacGuire, Pulp Fiction, Officer and a Gentleman, Casablanca, Ten O'clock High, Field of Dreams, Ordinary People, Tombstone, In Harm's Way, Midway, No Way Out, The Hunt for Red October, Bull Durham, Top Gun, Scarface |
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| Multiple Oscar winner, shown here as Colonial Jessup in "A Few Good Men" |
| Hollywood Favorites of the Pub 1. Tom Hanks: Aside from the above mentioned films, other Pub favorites by Hanks included Nothing in Common, Philadelphia, and Catch Me if you Can. 2. Denzel Washington: Starred in Remember the Titans (above), Crimson Tide, The Fallen, and Man on Fire, where he is one pissed off dude. 3. Matt Damon: Huge in Pub Favorites #2 & #6 above, also great efforts in the Jason Bourne Trilogy movies, Syriana, The Legend of Bagger Vance, and the underrated and seedy Rounders. 4. Jack Nicholson: Great acting in our #10 pick, and among his long list of accomplishments we loved him in Easy Rider, One Flew Over the Cockoo's Nest, The Shining, Hoffa, and The Departed. 5. Micheal Keaton: Some would say he's not in this company. We dissagree, citing his scene stealing appeal and amazing acting range. The first on this list not included in a Pub favorite, but we loved him in Mr. Mom, Beetlejuice, the Batman flicks, Pacific Heights and the under the radar docu-drama Live from Bagdad. 6. Sean Penn: Great 80's movies such as Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Bad Boys, Racing with the Moon, Colors, and Mystic River to name a few. 7. Russell Crowe: Love him or hate him, you have to admit he's outstanding in front of the camera, and moving up rapidly. LA Confidential, Gladiator, A Beautiful Mind, the sleeper Proof of Life, and the wonderful Cinderella Man. 8. Kevin Spacey: Jersey native scored with The Usual Suspects, LA Confidential, and American Beauty. 9. Robert Duvall: Appears in two of the above works, also enjoyed the long time actor in The Natural, Colors, and Days of Thumder. 10. Robert Dinero: Appearing in Godfather II and #16 above, nearly too many to list, but some of our favs are Taxi Driver, Deer Hunter, Raging Bull, Midnight Run, Casino, and Meet the Fockers. 11. George Clooney: This guy is just smooth, and most likely a blast to hang around with. A TV actor mainly until the early 90's, is great in From Dusk Til' Dawn, Three Kings, The Oceans's flicks, and Syriana. 12. John Cusack: Versatile actor, bit parts early on in Class and 16 Candles, excellent leading Better Off Dead, Say Anything, Eight Men Out, and Grosse Point Blank. Not the classic actor in this class, but we do like his work. 13. Johnny Depp: Extremely versatile actor, whose all over the map gems include Edward Scissorhands, Donnie Brasco, Blow, Pirates of the Carribean, and Willy and the Chocolate Factory. 14. Bill Murray: Classic comical actor who throws in the occassional serious roll. Unbelievable in Caddyshack, Stripes, Ghostbusters, and very nice is the recent Lost in Translation. 15. Gene Hackman: #11 on our list, along with long history of excellence in films such as The French Connection, Hoosiers, Crimson Tide, The Bird Cage, and Enemy of the State to mention a few. 16. Harrison Ford: Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Blade Runner, The Fugitive all classics. We really like his under appreciated work in Witness though. 17. Laurence Fishbourne: Another one who may not be often associated with the majority of actors here. We found him as the young soldier in Apocolypse Now, followed by great acting in The Cotton Club, School Daze, Boyz in the Hood, Event Horizon, The Matrix, and Mystic River. 18. Jack Lemon: One of the all-time greats in his craft, he could do it all and did. The Apartment, The Odd Couple, The China Syndrome, just a few of his 98 silver screen credits. 19. Steve Martin: The comedy guy, is also a terrific dramatic actor. The Jerk, Planes-Trains-and-Automobiles, Grand Canyon, Parenthood, and a host of others solidify Martin as a must watch. 20. John Candy: We were very saddened when Mr. Candy passed away. A great comedic actor whom John Q Public could relate with. We aplaud his mastery in everything he touched from Second City TV to Canadian Bacon (his last film). Do Without (aka can't stand) Steven Segal, Chuck Norris Michael Cain, Charlton Heston, Pauly Shore Actresses: Either really hot, or really good... 1. Denise Richards (Smokin' Hot & Lousey) 2. Meg Ryan (Hot & Good) 3. Kiera Knightly (see #1) 4. Rachael McAdams (Hot & Good) 5. Scarlette Johansson (Very Hot & Good) 6. Elizabeth Hurley (Still Hot & Not Very Good) 7. Penelope Cruz (Hot) 8. Julia Roberts (Good) 9. Hillary Swank (Hot & Good) 10. Rene Russo (Was Hot, Now Good) 11. Sarah Jessica Parker (Just Hot) 12. Lucy (All-Tive Industry Great) 13. Ann Hathaway (Oddly Hot and Very Good) 14. Jennifer Love Hewitt (Hot and Pretty Good) 15. Jodie Foster (Best Actress on List) 16. Merrel Streep (See #12) 17. Ann Margaret (Hottie of Yesterday) 18. Halle Berry (Hot & Good) 19. Kim Bassinger (Hot) 20. Michelle Pfieffer (Hot & Good) Do Without Melony Griffith and J Lo |
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