Throughout each generation, there are movies that define the people born in the specific years that make up each generation. It's true for any life course that different movies have a lot of power and have a lot of similarities to real life that they can relate to. For Generation Z are films that represent this time Smart book, The edge of seventeen, DopeAnd Eighth grade. It's always a joy to see your realities on a big screen to relate to, and for the Millennials, or Generation Y, there are so many movies to choose from. That said, here's a list of the best movies that are quintessential Generation Y.
10 No Idea (1995)
If you looked Ignorant and wish you had Cher's iconic closet, you're not alone. This movie had such an impact on pop culture, like the phrase "as if!" and the yellow plaid pattern that made Cher famous. It had everything that makes a movie of this caliber perfect: an iconic cast, more than one storyline, a makeover edit and plenty of memorable outfits. Ignorant is a one-of-a-kind movie that would be hard to reboot, especially since Paul Rudd and Alicia Silverstone were quite the pair.
9 Titanic (1997)
The age-old question: Could Jack have babysat Rose's door? Unfortunately the answer is no. The influence of this film has lingered for decades. Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio's performances are optional, as the pair quickly fall in love before Jack dies prematurely. There are so many memorable moments and scenes that fill this movie that will make you cry, laugh, and swoon as the movie progresses, and James Cameron does his thing as a great director.
8 The Blair Witch Project (1999)
In 1999, The Blair Witch Project was advertised as a documentary, and people actually believed this was a true story when they went to the theater. Missing persons posters were posted as the film's release approached. News clips were found of the campers' story of disappearing into the woods, so it's clear how people thought it was a true story. It changed the game for found footage movies, as the entire movie was shot from multiple viewpoints, immersing you in the horrible experience the group went through. You can't forget the sheer terror you experience when the camera sees Mike standing in the corner of the abandoned house.
7 Bring It On (2000)
A cult classic that focuses on competitive cheerleading, cheers from this film are copied for real competition. Bring it on was released in 2000 and was perfectly nestled among the comedy/romantic movies that appealed to audiences at the time. Parody movies were all the rage, but this wasn't quite the parody as it was flashy and funny, riding on slightly offensive humor and genuine cheer techniques.
6 Remember the Titans (2000)
Remember the Titans is one of those films that launched the career of some great actors such as Ryan Gosling and Ryan Hurst and is still considered one of the best sports films to this day. More specifically, one of the best football movies. The plot follows a black coach named Herman Boone (Denzel Washington) who transfers to a school that has recently integrated its students. Together, the two coaches work with the players to form not only a great team, but a brotherhood that is appreciated by the audience because they really come together and love each other as the movie progresses.
5 Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings (2001)
Under the spell of the ring: the company of the ring is a three-hour adventure film based on the book by JRR Tolkien. Great stars adorn Middle Earth as Frodo and eight others travel to Mount Doom in Mordor to destroy the ring itself. This movie is iconic and has stood the test of time as it gains new fans every year which keeps it relevant as it is also a book series. It's one of the best adventure movies of this generation, and of all time.
4 The Fast and the Furious (2001)
The first installments of a major franchise are so important. They set the tone for all the other movies to come, and the first one Fast and furious movie does just that. Paul Walker and Vin Diesel are the ultimate pairing that set the stage for the huge franchise that would follow, and the first film is so groundbreaking because car enthusiasts finally had a reason to go to the movies. Really, the plot has taken several twists and turns over the years, but The Fast and the Furious has one of the best storylines as the new family settles in and lets Dom know it's all about family.
3 Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001)
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is the first book-to-movie film adaptation in this huge and iconic franchise. So many people who flooded the theaters to see this movie read the books growing up, and while it's certainly not exclusive to Generation Y, it certainly means a lot to millennials. The first movie was a gateway to a lifetime of cherished movies, and it's amazing to watch the cast essentially grow up before our very eyes during each movie.
2 Spider Man (2002)
There are three different Spider-Men that we've been somewhat blessed with over the many years this superhero has saved the city, but dare we say that Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man is the best of the three? For many people of this generation, it was a huge movie to flock to theaters to see and participate in just because of how great the spider bite story was. Maguire is a classic in this first installment of his franchise, proving himself to be the best Spider-Man we've got yet.
1 Superbad (2007)
Super bad is a party movie that, despite how raunchy the humor is, has a lot of heart, making up for some of the offensive gags. It is one of the best movies to be part of the millennial generation because of the real story: two high school best friends want to throw a big party to lose their virginity before graduation. The film was based on the lives of Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, who co-wrote the film and used real life examples to give the film real heart.
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