It’s hard to believe that it has been 40 years since some of these movies were released. When it comes to choosing the top 10 movies of 1983, there are a lot of great contenders. However, these 10 movies really stand out as the best of the best from that year.
1. The Right Stuff: This movie tells the story of the early days of the American space program, and it is absolutely fascinating. It is also very well-made, with great acting and direction.
2. Scarface: This movie is a classic gangster film, and it stars Al Pacino in one of his most iconic roles. It is violent and intense, but also very well-made and entertaining.
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3. The Outsiders: This movie is a coming-of-age drama about a group of young friends in the 1960s. It is very well-acted and directed, and it has a great soundtrack.
4. Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi: This is the final installment in the original Star Wars trilogy, and it is a great movie. It is exciting, well-made, and features some of the best lightsaber battles ever put on film.
5. The Natural: This movie is a classic baseball drama, and it stars Robert Redford as a talented but troubled player. It is very well-made and features a great performance by Redford.
6. Terms of Endearment: This movie is a moving drama about a mother and daughter. It is very well-acted and directed, and it won several Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
7. Flashdance: This movie is a classic 1980s dance film, and it stars Jennifer Beals as a talented dancer. It is very well-made and features some great dance sequences.
8. Risky Business: This movie is a classic 1980s teen comedy, and it stars Tom Cruise as a high school student who starts a prostitution business. It is very funny and well-made, and it launched Cruise’s career.
9. Tootsie: This movie is a classic comedy about an actor who pretends to be a woman. It is very well-made and features a great performance by Dustin Hoffman.
10. The Big Chill: This movie is a classic ensemble drama about a group of friends who reunite after the death of a friend. It is very well-made and features a great cast of actors.
Do you agree with our list? What are your favorite movies from 1983?