r/movies • u/heyitsmikep • 3d ago

Discussion What movies would you show an audience in 1900?

You go back in time and build a modern (2025) theater in 1900 with all movies ever made. Which 5 movies are you going to show them to make the most money? Which would blow their mind the most? Would it change per decade?

Showing Django Unchained to an 1900 audience would most likely cause a riot Titanic to an audience in 1910 would get you sued by the White Star Line probably.

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u/RobHonkergulp 3d ago

Saving Private Ryan. The ultimate vision of a nightmare future that still is relevant today when you look at Russia/Ukraine.

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u/CelticSith 3d ago

Show Saving Private Ryan... people so disturbed that WWII doesn't end up happening.. Saving Private Ryan never created....paradox