30 iconic films that made 1999 the greatest year in film history. Part 2.

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The first part: the 30 best films of 1999, the richest year in the history of cinema. Part 1

In this article, you will learn about several more, without exaggeration, masterpieces of world cinema that appeared in 1999 and have become immortal film classics.

Thanks to these films, many actors and directors have made their way to the Olympus of fame or confirmed their status as a movie star.

Read also: The 24 Most Important Films That Changed Cinematography Forever

Here is a list of films released in 1999 that made this year the richest in film masterpieces in the history of the film industry:

Eyes Wide Shut (16+) is one of the best films of 1999

Director: Stanley Kubrick

Starring: Tom Cruise, Nicole Kidman

KinoSearch: 7.541

IMDb: 7.40

Why iconic:

This is a film for all time, or to be more precise, timeless. It's amazing how Kubrick's enigmatic film managed to stand out among a large number of blockbusters in 1999.

It's worth noting that the main characters are played by Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman, who were perhaps Hollywood's most famous couple at the time.

This is a great example of how an original and bold idea is supported by the studio and mass advertising and hype. This sexually provocative drama is completely shrouded in mystery, and its main roles are such a stellar couple.

Kubrick's sudden death in March 1999, six days after the official Warner Bros. film aired, only heightened the anticipation of what, alas, would now be the last gift masters of world cinema.

In its ominous references to the decadent elite, the film also foreshadows an obsession with secret societies and conspiracy theories that have become incredibly popular in 21st century culture.

Interesting facts about the movie “Eyes Wide Shut”

Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman have signed indefinite contracts. They agreed to work on this project until Stanley Kubrick released them from it, no matter how long the filming took.

Stanley Kubrick passed away just four days after presenting the final version of his film to the studio. His death came as a surprise to everyone. All the actors and crew claimed that he felt great during the shoot.

Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman have lived in the UK for so long (due to lengthy filming) that their two children acquired an English accent.

Notting Hill (12+) is a 1999 romantic film

Director: Roger Michell

Starring: Julia Roberts, Hugh Grant

KinoSearch: 7.288

IMDb: 7.10

Why iconic:

This picture is a rare case when a comedy melodrama attracts due to its simplicity and kindness. It is also a film that you can watch many times and always experience pleasant emotions and be charged with positive energy.

The tape is very light, and it is not surprising, because it was created specifically for entertainment and relaxation. Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant's celebrity couple create a magical holiday atmosphere, and all of this can also play the role of an antidepressant if your state of mind is poor.

Interesting facts about the movie “Notting Hill”

Julia Roberts was the only option for the role, although the filmmakers did not expect her to agree. Her agent said it was “the best romantic comedy she's ever read”. Roberts said that after reading the script, she decided she “would have to do this”.

The final version of the film was 3.5 hours long, but only 90 minutes of edited material were released.

Director Roger Michell and writer Richard Curtis both said Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts were the first people they wanted to cast for lead roles.

The Cider House Rules (16+) is a 1999 Oscar-nominated film

Director: Lasse Hallström

Starring: Tobey Maguire, Charlize Theron, Michael Kane

KinoSearch: 7.670

IMDb: 7.40

Why iconic:

He studies characters, and every detail is beautifully done. All this was achieved without compromising the philosophical and emotional depth of the picture.

This movie is beautifully shot – breathtaking locations, well-chosen costumes from the 40s, and, of course, the acting.

The film tells about shattered destinies that are beginning to be rebuilt. The house is a symbol of the heroes' lives, and everyone comes up with the rules of this house for themselves.

Interesting facts about the film “Winemakers' Rules”

Tobey Maguire landed the lead role in the film after his best friend Leonardo DiCaprio turned it down.

Scriptwriter John Irving wanted his son Colin Irving to play one of the main characters. However, since it took more than a decade to develop the film, his son eventually grew too old for the role.

Irving won an Oscar for best adapted screenplay in 1999.

The Insider (16+) is a 1999 Oscar-nominated film

Director: Michael Mann

Starring: Al Pacino, Russell Crowe

KinoSearch: 7.654

IMDb: 7.80

Why iconic:

From start to finish, the film keeps you on your toes. Despite its decent length (157 minutes), the film is constantly gaining momentum, not allowing you to relax.

Shoot everything at the highest level, the cameras move fast and it's very pleasant to watch it. Perhaps some people will have to watch this film several times, as it is not easy to perceive it the first time.

The film is about journalistic honesty, corporate greed, good and evil, and about always standing up for what you believe in, regardless of the price you pay.

When tobacco corporations make billions by ruining people's health, there are those who care about this situation. There are people who try to live honestly even when it seems impossible. It is they, outstanding personalities, who try not to monitor the changing world, but to ensure that inner values are respected.

Interesting facts about the movie “Own Man”

Initially, they wanted to give the lead role to Val Kilmer, but producer Peter Ian Brugge offered it to Russell Crowe.

This is the first of three films in three consecutive years in which Russell Crowe has been nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor. This film was also nominated for an Oscar in the Best Picture category. Gladiator (2000) and Mind Games (2001) followed later. Crowe won an Oscar for Best Actor for his role as a gladiator, and Mind Games won an Oscar in the Best Picture category.

The screenplay for The Own Man is based on an article published in Vanity Fair magazine.

The Thomas Crown Affair (16+) is a 1999 romantic film for women and men

Director: John McTiernan

Starring: Pierce Brosnan, Renee Russo

KinoSearch: 7.670

IMDb: 6.80

Why iconic:

This picture will touch the hearts of both men and women, but for different reasons. Men will love the exciting story and chases, as well as the main character's ability to seduce beautiful women and get out of the water in difficult situations.

Ladies can admire Pierce Brosnan, his character's gorgeous life, and thoughts about whether the main character will betray Rene Russo's character or not. Pierce and Renee played great, and together with the excellent script, the film does not let you relax for a second.

The main thing about the film isn't robbery or art objects, but love between two people who refused to believe they could be loved.

Interesting facts about the film “The Thomas Crown Affair”

Initially, in the film, the main character roughly pulls out the back of Claude Monet's painting to place it in his briefcase. However, later the director decided that viewers might not like such a rude attitude towards art, so he edited the scene to show how the hero simply puts a picture in his own briefcase. He also thought people wouldn't pay attention to the fact that the briefcase was half the size of the painting itself.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art did not allow the museum's interior to be used in the film, so the creators of the film used the New York Public Library, located a few blocks from museum for many interior scenes. The New York City administration allowed the use of footage from the outside of the museum in the film.

Pierce Brosnan didn't know how to play golf during filming, so he had to take several weeks of golf lessons to make one of his scenes believable.

Sleepy Hollow (16+) — Best Gothic Film of 1999

Director: Tim Burton

Starring: Johnny Depp, Christina Ricci, Miranda Richardson, Christopher Walken

KinoSearch: 7.948

IMDb: 7.30

Why iconic:

With this film, Tim Burton once again proved that he is a master of Gothic horror. Everything in the film is top-notch, from visual effects that enrich the whole story instead of filling holes in it, to the excellent acting of all participants.

In addition, it is worth noting the excellent music, beautiful decorations and costumes, as well as attention to detail. All of these details, put together, tell an amazing story about plight and liberation. It is unlikely that this cinematic version will ever be surpassed.

Interesting facts about the movie Sleepy Hollow

Johnny Depp kept a horse, which was playing one of the main roles, when he found out that she was about to be put to sleep.

Johnny Depp did all the stunts for the final scene himself. In the scene where the hero is dragged across the ground by a horse, Depp wore bulletproof clothing under his outfit.

The film was shot almost entirely using a blue filter, so a bright orange liquid was used to make the blood look red.

The film crew built the small town of Sleepy Hollow with all the details. The city was dismantled after filming was completed.

Shakespeare in Love (16+) is the film that won the Academy Award in 1999 for Best Picture

Director: John Madden

Starring: Gwyneth Paltrow, Joseph Fiennes, Geoffrey Rush, Colin Firth, Ben Affleck

KinoSearch: 7.446

IMDb: 7.10

Why iconic:

The world premiere of the film took place on December 3, 1998, and in Russia and some CIS countries on March 18, 1999, so the film is also considered to have been released in 1999. He was also among the 1999 Oscar nominees, where he won seven statuettes, including the Oscar for Best Picture of the Year.

The film is a great combination of a great cast – Gwyneth Paltrow, Joseph Fiennes, Geoffrey Rush, Colin Firth, Ben Affleck – beautiful costumes and an interesting story that evokes the desire to become a member of it and survive the storm of emotions that the characters are going through. The film is a clever combination of deep drama and hilarious comedy.

It is also worth noting that the painting was made as a theatrical performance, which emphasizes its uniqueness and originality. The characters often speak in poems, and the atmosphere of 16th century England is perfectly conveyed.

Interesting facts about the movie “Shakespeare in Love”

Dame Judy Dench won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Queen Elizabeth, although she appeared on screen in four scenes for only six minutes.

Gwyneth Paltrow saw the movie script on Winona Ryder's office desk in 1997 and asked her if she could read it. Paltrow landed the role without telling Ryder she was going to audition for it, and later won an Oscar for the role. Ex-girlfriends have been no longer friends since then.

Ben Affleck took part in this movie to be close to his then-girlfriend Gwyneth Paltrow.

Analyze This (16+) is a great crime comedy from 1999

Director: Harold Ramis

Starring: Robert De Niro, Billy Crystal

KinoSearch: 7.445

IMDb: 6.70

Why iconic:

The whole charm of this film lies in its concept and its perfectly matched actors. Robert De Niro makes fun of his past roles as mafia boss, and Billy Crystal, as an unsuspecting psychiatrist, becomes part of this whole mess. This is really fun and interesting to watch. The film also benefits from Harold Ramis's very good directing and excellent performance by all actors, not just De Niro and Crystal.

Although the film is filled with vulgar jokes, it actually makes you laugh to the point of colic. It perfectly combines seriousness and sparkling comedy.

After watching this tape, you will understand that psychology is both a very interesting and controversial profession. You'll see the challenges that many people face when they're looking for answers about themselves. Many of the psychological problems are reflected in this film. It clearly shows the idea that even if you are a doctor, sometimes it is not the patient who needs help, but you. The tape allows you to analyze a lot of things and laugh at a lot.

Interesting facts about the movie “Analyze This”

It was very important for Robert De Niro to make the film look more realistic. He and director Harold Ramis traveled to Little Italy in New York looking for real people to shoot.

According to Robert De Niro, he and Billy Crystal thought about directing the film together, but then decided to offer the job to Harold Ramis, who agreed.

The character of Paul Vitti, the film's main character, was inspired by real-life gangster John Gotti.

Deep Blue Sea (16+) is a 1999 breakthrough film

Director: Rennie Harlin

Starring: Thomas Jane, Saffron Burrows, Samuel L. Jackson

KinoSearch: 6.983

IMDb: 5.80

The Deep Blue Sea is considered one of the best shark movies out there. It has not only great effects, especially for the time, but also amazing scientific accuracy. At that time, the film was a real breakthrough. This is the first time sharks have been recreated with such high accuracy using computer graphics.

Also, sharks in the film are presented not only as bloodthirsty creatures, but also as very clever predators that can ambush potential victims.

In addition, it is a very bloody film for 1999. But in addition to graphics and pools of blood, the film stands out for its excellent performance by actors, both main and secondary. It is also worth noting the dramatic component of the film and the many unpredictable scenes that will make viewers flinch today.

Interesting facts about the movie “Deep Blue Sea”

The license plate removed from a shark's teeth is the same as that of a tiger shark in the legendary 1975 movie Jaws.

Director Rennie Harlin said it was the hardest movie he ever made.

Fourteen different visual effects studios worked on the sharks in the film.

Before becoming a famous actor, Samuel L. Jackson was interested in marine biology in college.

Girl, Interrupted (18+) is the 1999 film in which Jolie won the Oscar for Best Actress

Director: James Mangold

Starring: Winona Ryder? Angelina Jolie

KinoSearch: 7.831

IMDb: 7.30

Young Angelina Jolie and Winona Ryder performed aerobatics in this film. Jolie perfectly played a mentally ill girl who does not feel like that, and Ryder brilliantly showed a character forced to delve into the depths of her subconscious.

The film makes you immerse yourself in everything that happens and feel the fears and problems of the heroines. The tape is well built. After it, there is no feeling of understatement. Each character is unique, so you won't find two similar characters. While watching, I want to empathize with the characters of the film, and I want their efforts to cope with problems to bear fruit.

Of course, it should be noted that the film is only suitable for those who are in the mood to watch it. It is complex and sometimes depressing, and at the same time it is simple.

Interesting facts about the movie “Interrupted Life”

Winona Ryder bought the rights to the novel herself and spent seven years trying to film it.

Angelina Jolie avoided any contact with Ryder during filming, saying that if she saw anything humane about her, she wouldn't be able to play the role of a sociopath in the film normally.

Most of the film was shot in a real mental clinic, which was still in operation at the time and closed only seven years later.

The original title of the book and film comes from the painting “An Interrupted Music Lesson” by Dutch artist Jan Vermeer.

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