10. The Moon Shot in E.T. (1981)
For an entire generation this must be one of the most enduring images from childhood. Not only does it feature the most eternally awesome bicycle (it can fly who wouldnt want that!?) and an alien, its framed as a piece of high art that manages to invoke the most passionate emotions within audiences (unless that was just me at about 7 years old?). In the one shot of E.T. and Elliot cycling past the moon, the films entire notion of friendship and loyalty is exemplified on screen. The look of the moon is both magical and absurd, which essentially reflects the very nature of the narrative. The shot is pure fantasy and it is this tone throughout the wider film that makes it such a memorable childhood watch. Combining special effects with breathtaking colour hues, this shot is a beautifully calm moment in a particularly tense and thrilling final sequence to the film!