30 Coolest Movies Of All-Time

9. The Usual Suspects (1995)

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What It Is: A relentlessly entertaining noir yarn packed with twists, turns and a cast of slick, unforgettable characters.

Why It's Cool: Bryan Singer's crime flick never slows for a second, moving with a brisk confidence 'til the big reveal.

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Sam Hill is an ardent cinephile and has been writing about film professionally since 2008. He harbours a particular fondness for western and sci-fi movies.