Gal Gadot in 2017's Wonder Woman
War and fantasy movies on their own are nothing new whatsoever in the world of cinema. The average movie fan can find hundreds, if not thousands, of movies that all fit into one genre or the other, many of which are superb and memorable in all the right ways. What's not as common is when filmmakers decide to get a little more creative and blend the two genres, making for a refreshing approach.
The movie's action is unlike anything seen in other movies. Every shot feels tight, impactful, and precise. Aside from its action and gore, it proves to be an inspiring tale of heroic sacrifice and remains incredibly close to its source material, with some shots and lines of dialogue ripped straight from the graphic novel. Zack Snyder really struck gold when he made this film, as it hasn't aged a bit even though it's nearly 20 years old.
This movie can be a bit polarizing. Some hate how cheesy and ridiculous it is, but others are really into that. Still, there's no denying that Highlander left a sizable legacy in movie history, especially because it does a lot of things right, technically-wise. Nearly 40 years later, fans can still find internet memes and references to the movie's famous line, "There can only be one," which speaks to its quality and its legendary status.
The movie was commended for its sensitive handling of hot-button issues like disabilities, which it lends a compassionate ear to. Critics also commended it for how visually distinct it is from other films, in classic del Toro fashion. The Shape of Water uses its Cold War setting to its fullest, exploring the common themes of paranoia and intolerance to frame its unconventional love story.
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