What makes a movie compelling, noteworthy, and deserving of an award? In my personal opinion, a movie must make the viewer feel as if they are not watching a film but rather make them feel as if they are actually in the moment and sharing the same experiences as the characters. A compelling and noteworthy movie must connect with the audience emotionally. It should be like riding a roller coaster where the viewer is taken on an emotional ride with all the ups and downs, twists and turns, and even the unexpected surprises. I believe that a movie can only be deserving of an award if it stands out from the rest. A movie that is a true original, and takes risks from breaking away from the traditional styles may be high risk, but it is the only way to earn the high rewards.
A Trip to the Moon and The Great Train Robbery paved the way for many movies. It is amazing to see what both films were able to accomplish with what they had at the time. The creative animation and special effects of Georges Melies' takes us beyond a ride on a roller coaster but rather the first to take us on "A Trip to the Moon." Edwin S. Porter's The Great Train Robbery introduced his masterful filming techniques. It made us feel as close to the bandits and passengers as we could experience at the time. Both films definitely measure up to my criteria.
Two of my favorite films that have actually established my criteria for films are The Shawshank Redemption and Rounders. The Shawshank Redemption is a true classic and its compelling story just takes you away into that time period and makes you fall in love with the characters such as Andy, Red, and Brooks. Edward Norton as "Worm" in the movie Rounders portrays great acting. You don't even need to know much about cards and poker to enjoy the adventures of two good friends "rounding" again.
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