1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die by Steven Jay Schneider

“1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die” is a reference book by film critic and historian Steven Jay Schneider. It was first published in 2003 and has since been updated and expanded with new editions.

The book features a list of 1001 movies that Schneider and a team of international contributors deem as the most significant and influential films in the history of cinema. The list includes films from all over the world, ranging from silent classics to contemporary blockbusters.

Each entry in the book includes a brief synopsis of the film, a list of key cast and crew members, and a critical analysis of the film’s significance and impact on cinema. The book also includes essays and introductions by notable filmmakers, critics, and scholars.

Some of the movies featured in the book include:

• “Casablanca” (1942)
• “Gone with the Wind” (1939)
• “The Godfather” (1972)
• “Psycho” (1960)
• “Vertigo” (1958)
• “Pulp Fiction” (1994)
• “Citizen Kane” (1941)
• “The Wizard of Oz” (1939)
• “Singin’ in the Rain” (1952)
• “The Shawshank Redemption” (1994)

“1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die” is a valuable resource for film enthusiasts, students, and scholars, providing an overview of the most important and influential movies in the history of cinema.