Time Travel! Back to 1979 Through These 15 Movies

1. The Muppet Movie 1979，IMDB Rating: 7.6, IMDB Votes: 39687, ID: 0079588
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The Muppet Movie is a cult classic action-thriller, centering around a fictitious war between New York City street gangs. It’s a pure, uncomplicated action and thrill movie that delivers with its style and expert pacing. The film’s music, especially Paul Williams’ songs, is also admirable.
2. Rocky II 1979，IMDB Rating: 7.3, IMDB Votes: 233421, ID: 0079817
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Rocky II is a reasonably well-known Clint Eastwood movie that takes a dependable prison-break premise and executes it almost perfectly. It’s an exciting and consistently tense story about breaking out of one of the 20th century’s most infamous prisons. Eastwood excels in the lead role, playing the kind of character he’s always been amazing at playing on-screen.
3. The Black Hole 1979，IMDB Rating: 5.9, IMDB Votes: 28293, ID: 0078869
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The Black Hole is a beautiful looking film with a great score but is also a bit dull, longer than it should be, and with some naked toy figures masquerading as characters that raise the cute factor to slightly comical levels. The film doesn’t really confront the challenge of being a fiction about a black hole. The black hole is there, all right, but we don’t feel a sense of wonder.
4. Moonraker 1979，IMDB Rating: 6.2, IMDB Votes: 109671, ID: 0079574
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Moonraker is the 11th installment in the James Bond series. It’s a film that dares you to root again for the ultimate underdog and succeeds due to an infectiously powerful climax. The film is filled with faraway places and science fiction special effects that Bond has to move at a trot just to make it into all the scenes.
5. Star Trek: The Motion Picture 1979，IMDB Rating: 6.4, IMDB Votes: 97336, ID: 0079945
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Star Trek: The Motion Picture, directed by Robert Wise, is a science fiction film that marked the beginning of the Star Trek franchise. The film features the crew of the USS Enterprise as they encounter a massive alien spacecraft heading towards Earth. Despite its predictability, the film is praised for its special effects and the portrayal of the beloved Star Trek characters. However, some critics argue that the familiarity of the characters undermines the sense of wonder that is integral to science fiction. Overall, it’s a well-made film with an interesting premise.
6. The Rose 1979，IMDB Rating: 6.9, IMDB Votes: 9327, ID: 0079826
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The Rose, directed by Mark Rydell, is a drama loosely based on the life of Janis Joplin. The film follows the life of a passionate rock star, Rose, portrayed by Bette Midler, who struggles with the pressures of fame and substance abuse. Critics have praised Midler’s performance, stating that she may be a better actress than singer. However, some critics found the plot to be repetitive. Despite this, the film is considered a solid piece of work that provides a glimpse into the life of a rock star.
7. Norma Rae 1979，IMDB Rating: 7.3, IMDB Votes: 12961, ID: 0079638
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Norma Rae, directed by Martin Ritt, is a powerful drama about a factory worker who becomes a union activist after witnessing the poor working conditions at her workplace. The film is praised for its strong themes and the outstanding performance by Sally Field in the lead role. Critics have noted that the film is as timely and effective now as when it was made. However, some critics felt that the film was too blunt or simplistic. Despite these criticisms, Norma Rae remains a heartening and politically powerful drama.
8. Meatballs 1979，IMDB Rating: 6.2, IMDB Votes: 24210, ID: 0079540
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Meatballs is a Canadian comedy film directed by Ivan Reitman. The film is noted for being Bill Murray’s first film appearance in a starring role. The film follows the antics of a group of camp counselors at a budget summer camp. While the film is considered a summer camp comedy with few surprises, Bill Murray’s performance adds a spark that sets it apart from other films in the genre. Critics have praised the film for its humor and the performances of the cast, particularly Murray.
9. The Electric Horseman 1979，IMDB Rating: 6.4, IMDB Votes: 10367, ID: 0079100
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The Electric Horseman, directed by Sydney Pollack, is a drama about a former champion rodeo rider who steals a $12 million horse that is being doped to remain docile. The film is noted for the performances of its lead actors, Robert Redford and Jane Fonda. Critics have praised the film for its engaging storyline and the chemistry between Redford and Fonda. However, some critics felt that the film was overlong and talky. Despite these criticisms, The Electric Horseman remains a heartening drama about an ordinary man taking an extraordinary stand.
10. Time After Time 1979，IMDB Rating: 7.0, IMDB Votes: 20845, ID: 0080025
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Time After Time is a delightful film offering an alternative version of a real person’s life utilizing the staples of their fiction. The performances make this light-hearted romantic fantasy thriller one you will not soon forget. It’s a good old fashioned entertaining adventure with plenty of thrills and a few chuckles.
11. Quadrophenia 1979，IMDB Rating: 7.2, IMDB Votes: 21060, ID: 0079766
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Quadrophenia is every bit as fun, occasionally ugly, and upsetting as the heady days of discovering early independence and finding a direction in life can be. It manages to be both quintessentially British and irrefutably universal. It’s a reasonably shocking film when you consider that my friend says it was accurate having been there.
12. Manhattan 1979，IMDB Rating: 7.8, IMDB Votes: 148295, ID: 0079522
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Manhattan is a joyous stream of celebration. It’s a magnificent film, subtle both in expression and in feeling. It’s about the cynicism and superficiality of the modern mating dance. It’s about love in the past.
13. Mad Max 1979，IMDB Rating: 6.8, IMDB Votes: 231344, ID: 0079501
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Mad Max, a dystopian action film, is a testament to the raw power of cinema. The film’s gritty setting and high-octane vehicular mayhem set a new standard for the genre. The film’s protagonist, Max Rockatansky, played by a young Mel Gibson, is a compelling character whose personal vendetta drives the narrative. Despite its technical brilliance, the film’s true strength lies in its ability to evoke a sense of desperation and survival.
14. The Amityville Horror 1979，IMDB Rating: 6.2, IMDB Votes: 45031, ID: 0078767
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The Amityville Horror, despite its chilling premise, fails to deliver a compelling narrative. The film’s reliance on familiar horror tropes and lack of a tangible antagonist leaves much to be desired. However, the performances of James Brolin and Margot Kidder add a layer of authenticity to the film. While it may not be the best in its genre, The Amityville Horror offers a unique take on the haunted house narrative.
15. The Jerk 1979，IMDB Rating: 7.1, IMDB Votes: 64753, ID: 0079367
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The Jerk, starring Steve Martin, is a cult classic that delivers pure, uncomplicated action and thrills. The film’s narrative, centered around a fictitious war between New York City street gangs, is engaging and full of memorable moments. Despite its simplicity, The Jerk’s style and expert pacing have left a lasting impact on the action genre.