These 10 American Movies Changed Cinema Forever

American filmmaking has made some of the most influential and best remembered films in the history of cinema.

This compilation lists the top ten classic American films which not only contributed toward the evolution of the filmmaking industry but also remain inspiration for generations.

Ranging from the realistic crime thriller in The Godfather to the positive approach in "The Shawshank Redemption every single film here is representative of a unique style and approach.

Timeless classics such as Citizen Kane and Casablanca revolutionized the act of storytelling and filmmaking techniques in the industry. Other pioneering pictures such as "Pulp Fiction" and the famous 2001: A Space Odyssey have surpassed the boundaries.

Brilliant examples of artistic filmmaking in the form of emotional masterpieces include the likes of "Schindler’s List," "It’s a Wonderful Life," and "Forrest Gump which remind the world of the value of human nature, kindness, and strength.

These selected films represent the progress and influence of American filmmaking on the mass culture around the globe. These are more than just motion pictures; instead, they are immortal artistic creations which have managed to move and influence filmmakers and film lovers worldwide.