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These are the top-rated films produced around the world

Cinema reaches so far beyond the confines of Hollywood, and any cinephile limiting their movie-watching to a single language or region is missing out on a world of rich tales, intricate storytelling, and deeply nuanced adventures. Everyone, no matter where they're from, tells stories about love, loss, fantasy, violence, laughter, mystery, and romance, but the style of storytelling can vary in entirely innovative ways. Rave Reviews compiled a list of top films produced across 227 countries and territories around the world based on IMDb ratings, using films that were shot in the country instead only if there were no qualifying films produced there. So buckle in for a ride through some of the best international features, and get ready to mark these down in your watchlist.

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It's easy to think that actors in movies or on a long-running TV show would have tons of memories of their time filming. However, while this can be true to some extent, there are a number of actors who have absolutely no memory of filming their most famous roles! Some don't remember the plot, being on set, or even the lines! There are different reasons for this memory loss; in some cases it's due to a health issue, in others it's due to substance abuse. Then there are some actors who simply say they have a bad memory! Curious? Click on to discover the stars who don't remember filming some of their most iconic roles.

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21 Best Harrison Ford Movies for an Epic Movie Night

The star of 1923 is in some all-time greats. Before he was playing in the Yellowstone prequel, 1923 (with the inimitable Helen Mirren), Harrison Ford was dazzling us as a leading man in movies of all genres. Whether he's saving the world from danger as CIA Agent Jack Ryan, searching for hidden treasure as Indiana Jones, or running around the galaxy with his buddy Chewbacca as Han Solo, we can always count on Ford's smoldering good looks, gruff voice, and dry wit. And fun fact: He holds the Guinness World Record Award for "Highest Grossing Actor of All Time" (2016) amongst all the other nominations and awards he's won over the years. Whether you're carrying a major crush or just love a good thriller movie, there's truly something for everyone on this roundup of Ford's greatest flicks. So gather up your girlfriends, your favorite snacks and even more rom-coms to fill up an epic movie night featuring leading men, with Harrison Ford being at the top! If you're on the hunt for even more Ford, check out our list of the best 4th of July movies, where you'll find him and even more heroes.

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The best shows and movies about British politics

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Music History: Elvis Presley records “That’s All Right (Mama)” on this day in 1954

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The 33 Best TV Shows of 2024 ... So Far

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Movies you had no idea were based on Shakespeare plays

We all know William Shakespeare is the king of literature and the stage, but what many don't know is that his genius even reaches the far corners of modern cinema. As someone who crafted story arcs and plot twists that have been studied for ages, it makes sense that filmmakers have drawn inspiration from his tales of love, comedy, and tragedy. And some have taken very questionable liberties with the material, too. Click through the following gallery to see the rom-coms, dramas, musicals, and sci-fi adventures that based their stories on the Bard of Avon's work.

Misheard lyrics: You've been singing these songs all wrong!

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Are Sam and Zara really on the rocks or was it all a desperate publicity stunt? Thompson claims he's a 'big softy' as he bickers with his girlfriend in toothpaste advert after breaking down in tears amid 'crisis talks'

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Singer-Focused Macy's Fireworks Telecast, Credits-Crunched Finale Ignite Complaints: ‘Disgraceful'

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The King Of Rock And Roll Was More Sinister Than People Think

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Movies set in America's Deep South

The Deep South region of the United States has provided a suitably steamy and sultry backdrop for numerous Hollywood movies, anything from the sweeping Civil War epic 'Gone with the Wind' (1939) to the classic courtroom drama 'To Kill a Mockingbird' (1962). As the birthplace of the civil rights movement, many films made in the Southern states of America deal with segregation, prejudice, and the struggle for freedom. Music, too, plays an important role, the location forever associated with the rise of country music and rock and roll. So, what are some of the famous films drawn to the atmosphere and the iconography of the Deep South? Click through this list of southern-made movies to find out.

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All of Sofia Coppola's Films, Ranked

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The biggest plot holes in film history

Movies are based on scripts, and, of course, plot lines are not always perfectly written. Sure, some movies have pretty poor plots, so a hole or two is to be expected. But what about Hollywood blockbusters? Really big movies with equally big plot holes? Yes, many famous movies have plot holes that people debate to this day, and in this gallery, you'll have the chance to discover and/or revisit some of them. Browse through and see how many plot holes you have already identified.

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