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[The Albatross]

Godfather II:

The way that the movie throws back to pre-Godfather I, in a scene obviously shot during that movie that we never saw, set before Godfather I, and then jumps to Don Corleone, and then to Michael just after

Spoiler

he has Fredo killed, the only person who actually stood up for him at the dinner table, but arguably, a guy who got killed because of "that's pop talking..." when Sonny talks about people risking their lives for people they don't know.

Great scene.

 

[Via Purifico]

Glad to see Heat getting mentioned that ending scene was perfect.

Kinda sad though that nobody mentioned the breakfast club

 

[SpaceHorror]

wilder's ace in the hole

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDK2oNXAvOo

also maybe the best final line?

my other favourite, criss cross

I really need to watch Ace in the Hole again. It has been several years but I loved it.

I just watched Criss Cross a few months ago and yeah, incredible ending.

 

[Secret Fawful]

Some more:

Zombie
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYAy4GApd2U

The Beyond
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46R03LQEAx4

Prince of Darkness
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWbFni6_25Y

In the Mouth of Madness
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_HPFoelMQc

 

[Patryn]

Godfather II:
The way that the movie throws back to pre-Godfather I, in a scene obviously shot during that movie that we never saw, set before Godfather I, and then jumps to Don Corleone, and then to Michael just after

Spoiler

he has Fredo killed, the only person who actually stood up for him at the dinner table, but arguably, a guy who got killed because of "that's pop talking..." when Sonny talks about people risking their lives for people they don't know.

Great scene.

That scene was actually shot specifically for Godfather 2. In fact James Caan demanded that he be paid the same amount for that one scene as he received for the entirety of Godfather 1. They paid up.

 

[George Oscar Bluth II]

Star Wars
The Empire Strikes Back
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Heat
Seven Samurai
The Godfather
The Godfather Part 2

 

[Anton Sugar]

Dat first post. "And then I woke up."

No Country for Old Men is up there for me. The entire third act is fantastic--I love his discussion with his uncle, too.

Stalker

Tarkovsky has some fantastic final scenes to his movies. Just introduced some friends to Solaris this past Sunday--haven't seen it in a little while and forgot how spectacular it is, especially the ending.

And of course, The Sacrifice is infamous for its ending/long take.

 

[leakey]

Snowpiercer

Spoiler

because it was over

Chinatown

 

[BearFlexington]

King Conan.

 

[CapNBritain]

No one posted ET yet? Because ET.

Also, Warrior is a close 2nd. The perfect marriage of emotional climax and musical score.

 

[L.B. Jeffries]

My man.

This scene ALWAYS put a smile on my face.
Is not a true ending as you know these fantastic character went of with their lives and had more adventures together. Is just so refreshing to see a couple of good friends hang out together.

I have to admit this would be one of my top picks as well. But I'm old, and Casablanca is still Casablanca.

"Here's looking at you kid."

 

[FloatOn]

The Iron Giant

 

[Amory]

alternate ending of the butterfly effect when the dude strangles himself in the womb

 

[CloudyTuba]

Dr Strangelove. I can walk!

Ferris Bueller. Principal's bus ride. Chika-chikah

Casino Royale. Bond.

Empire Strikes Back purely for the music and nice shots.

The Thing. Might be my favorite of this short list.

alternate ending of the butterfly effect when the dude strangles himself in the womb

I thought that was the real ending. That's weird.

 

[Takuan]

I loved Whiplash's closing scene and have rewatched it in full a few times since. Just terrific chemistry and progression.

 

[Aureon]

Does this count, or i have to write for the thread about best credits?

Spoiler

Lord of the Rings

 

[PhantomZone]

Rocky 3

As corny as it is I LOVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE ROCKY IV's ending

The ending to The Dark Knight Rises sends chills down my spine every time I see it. Incredible ending to my favorite trilogy in cinema.

I was thinking WTF when I first saw it, like I couldn't believe they went down that road. Didn't take long after that for me to go awwww I wish they continued on to see where it would go next.



Terminator 2
Robocop
COMMANDO!!
Point Break (always liked it)
Superman

 

[Robert Williams]

Wow this is harder than "best opening." Respect to "No Country for Old Men." What came to mind for me was another Cohen bros. joint:

"The Dude Abides."
Those fellas sure can write.

 

[SterGaf]

I just finished this movie and I'm still in the mood so: "The Loser Takes All" https://youtu.be/cqE_kvDek6U?t=7m10s

 

[- J - D -]

Forget it Jake, it's Chinatown.

Few movies leave me feeling so angry and indignant. The ending is so raw it's like taking a hot iron to a nerve.

 

[Speevy]

The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford

No Eulogies

 

[Fluffhead14]

this x a million. god it kills me.

op, great call on Before Sunset.

i'd add Rushmore, specifically the cinematography of the final shot. just perfect.

 

[Red Hood]

The Godfather is the only right answer. Especially during the "coronation" as the door closes. Simply perfect.

 

[StriKeVillain]

Godfather 1 and 2 have such perfect closings.

Michael Clayton is my little gem that I love to post in threads like these. Blamespace is on the right page.

 

[Myriadis]

There will be blood had a great one, it's also the most iconic scene in the movie.

 

[Airola]

Prince of Darkness

Spoiler

Twin Peaks - Fire Walk with Me

Spoiler

This is one of my favorites,

The Beyond

This! Yes!

The Human Centipede.

This too. Saw the movie at a horror festival without knowing literally anything about it (only knew the name of the movie - thought it was some kind of a mutant creature flick). The ending hit pretty hard. Even the end credits were uncomfortable to watch because of the sounds. What a great ending!

 

[RustyNails]

Stalker

I never got the ending. The whole movie is bizzare and surreal.

 

[The Hermit]

Only one post mentioning the Thing in the whole thread

I don't like horror movies, yet this might be one of my favorites movie ever and an amazing and cryptic final scene:

 

[storl026]

Last of the Mohicans

https://vimeo.com/28989315
Begins in full around 3:30

Incredible film.

 

[RustyNails]

Godfather 1 and 2 have such perfect closings.

Michael Clayton is my little gem that I love to post in threads like these. Blamespace is on the right page.

Michael Clayton's ending scene is absolutely cathartic. I can't believe that a continues shot looking at Clooney riding around New York in the back of a cab could be so incredible. Gem of filmmaking.

 

[triplestation]

Gangs of new York

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=p-8Lu7MRjQs

Travels you through time making you realize how much things can change

Its pretty moving imo

 

[FStop7]

The Godfather Part 2's last scene is overwhelming.

 

[NysGAF]

Heat is the best answer.

Here's a trio that haven't been mentioned:

Talented Mr. Ripley

Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey

And now that I'm a helicopter dad like Marlin... Finding Nemo

 

[Chaotic-Strike]

Planet of the Apes.

 

[Premium Quality]

Planet of the Apes.

Good lawd! How could I forgotten this one?!

This is my favorite topic. It keeps delivering.