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Asher Luberto

Asher Luberto is a film critic for L.A. Weekly, The Playlist, The Progressive and The Village Voice.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

The most influential movies ever made

Our list is here to showcase the movies that have made an impact – for the better — on the people who watch them. These are the movies that influenced not only everyday moviegoers, but directors as well. A list of citations for most directors would look something like our list below — a list filled with great, influential masterworks.

20 funny movies that aren't considered comedies

Comedies come in all shapes and sizes, genres and flavors. You can pick from any number of comedic subgenres, from slapstick to farce to raunchy to ridiculous.

20 rom-coms that men like to watch

Who said rom-coms were only for women? Check out these 20 examples of the genre that everyone can enjoy.

20 extremely long movies that are extremely good

These are the movies that deserve to be four hours long — that earn our bathroom breaks instead of forcing them. That are great examples of what long-form cinema can be.

20 period pieces you should watch

Period pieces are usually chalked up to a few ingredients: lavish costumes, stunning castles and Kate Winslet storming off from some handsome rogue. Either that, or Keira Knightly storming off from some 19th-century nobleman.

20 things you must do in Tahiti

We've rounded up the best Tahitian experiences, from the black sands to the choral reefs to the nearby islands, which offer their own slice of tropical paradise.

20 things you must do in Tokyo

From modern wonders to ancient splendors, these are the things that make Tokyo great. 

The 25 most entertaining horror movies

Horror movies are a bit like Halloween candy. They come in different shapes, sizes and flavors. They can be sweet, sour, scary, dark, light, terrifying, mystifying and entertaining. These are our picks for the most entertaining of the genre.

I spy: The 25 best espionage movies

The best espionage flicks are packed with intrigue and suspense and many of the best elements of the action genre. Here are some titles that will leave you shaken and stirred.

The 25 best hitman movies

Here are 25 titles that hit their target.

The 20 best nature documentaries

If you haven't already dove into the world of nature documentaries, what are you waiting for? Animals run through your house, tropical beaches are at your door, and an entire planet is at your fingertips.

20 movies to watch if you like Christopher Nolan

Nolan's blockbuster Oppenheimer was another hit, but if you want another taste of cerebral action, these 20 titles will give you just that.

20 movies to watch on a lazy afternoon

It's a lazy afternoon and you want something cozy, comforting and relaxing to pass the time. You could spend hours scrolling through streaming services looking for something to watch, or you could just check out our list.

20 movies you should watch late at night

Who doesn't enjoy a good afternoon movie? They are light, comforting and relaxing. But sometimes you want to watch something late at night — something that feels more strange and mysterious.

20 great but forgotten movies from the 2000s

The '00s were a decade filled with silly trends, bland music, pink clothing, baggy pants and great movies. While the rest of the arts seemed to sag, the theaters were filled with electric films from budding directors and cinematic giants alike.

20 great but forgotten movies from the '80s

It was the decade that gave us blockbusters, high school movies and New Coke. Fluffy hair became cool and fluffy movies became cooler. The gritty pictures of the '70s were out and sassy comedies were in.

20 great but forgotten movies from the '90s

The '90s were a monumental decade for movies, both in terms of innovation and success. Most of the classics made tons of money and went onto to become cinematic touchstones.

20 great but forgotten movies from the '70s

The '70s were a groundbreaking decade for cinema. Building off the momentum of Hollywood's New Wave and the arthouse boom, the '70s gave us more classics than just about any other decade.

By the numbers: 25 underrated musicals

There are great musicals. There are bad musicals. And then there are the musicals that never get the credit they deserve...until now. Our list is here to give you the musicals that never made it to Broadway.

25 underrated animated movies

There are great animated movies. There are bad animated movies. And then there are the animated movies that never get the credit they deserve...until now.

The 20 best summer cocktails

It's that time of year again, when the sun comes out and the beaches are packed. Blue skies are magnets that pull you outside, drawing you into their warm, tender embrace.

20 stupid movies that are actually genius

Snakes on a plane? Mummies on a boat? Stepbrothers on a mission? It's all here on our list of movies that aren't as stupid as you think. 

The write stuff: The 25 best film scripts

It's hard to pinpoint what exactly makes a great script, but you know one when you see one — it mixes all the elements listed above with a visionary director who can bring it all to life.

Sob stories: 25 movies to watch if you need a good cry

Get out those tissues! It's time to dive into the best tearjerkers of all time. These are the movies that make you cry, weep and mourn, and remind you that this medium has more to offer than just spectacle.

25 underrated action movies

Whether it be movies you have not seen or misunderstood classics, these titles will scratch your itch for more action.