Certain movies can claim “classic” status. From Dead Poets Society to Jaws, these movies are loved by people of all ages.

For younger generations, it can be hard to keep up with cinema history. But young cinephiles can rely on their elders for great direction when it comes to excellent movie recommendations.

In a Reddit community for older generations, users were asked: “If you are asked to pick only ONE movie as a MUST WATCH recommendation for young people, what would it be? Why?”

And they delivered. People over 60 shared the 27 films they believe younger generations should see that will be life-changing.

Classic dramas worth revisiting

“To Kill a Mockingbird, because it’s a wonderful movie with lessons about prejudice and empathy woven into it.” – FaberGrad

“Rear Window, for two reasons. First, it’s a great example of ‘old’ cinema that they may not have seen enough of (Hitchcock!). Second, it’s about voyeurism and lack of privacy, which is part of their lives these days. Everybody watches and is being watched, and don’t even know it.” – Tall_Mickey

“Or Gaslight. So many people use that word nowadays and have no idea where it originated and really what it means.” – Surleighgrl

“The answer is always, 12........

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