Screenplays unquestionably have a major impact on movies. Screenplays are a significant part of a film’s production, just like other crucial technical aspects like interesting soundtracks, lovely cinematography, and a talented cast. After all, they are the shared language that everyone working on the movie will use from beginning to end and that will act as a guide for everyone involved.
We have chosen to look back at some of the most memorable screenplays with the help of cinephile Redditors because there are innumerable excellent screenplays from remarkable movies out there. Here are the top 10 screenplays on Reddit, from Casablanca to There Will Be Blood, for your enjoyment.
‘Birdman’ (2014)
In this intriguing Alejandro González Iárritu movie that won Best Picture, actor Michael Keaton takes on the role of another actor. The story revolves around Riggan Thomson, an ex-superhero who is now a failed actor. Thomson begins writing, directing, and acting in a Broadway production in an effort to resurrect his faltering career.
Several Reddit postings frequently make reference to Birdman. Nevertheless, u/response WeAreSven’s is the one that stands out. As stated by the user, “It is a play-themed movie that unfolds just like a play, complete with an intermission (camera pointed down a hallway with no action around the middle of the feature). The current that carries you forward as you are engrossed in a pacing about a pacing inside a pacing. I can only wish for something similar.”
‘Casablanca’ (1942)
No one is particularly unfamiliar with Casablanca. The Michael Curtiz film follows an American expatriate café owner (Bogart) as he struggles to decide whether he should aid his former lover (Bergman) and her current, fugitive husband (Henreid) in escaping the Nazis in French Morocco. The 1942 film is an unforgettable romance set in the early stages of WWII with tonnes of ad-lib lines and fantastic performances from both leads.
Unquestionably one of the best screenplays of all time, Casablanca is regarded as one of the most iconic movies of all time, and Redditors concur: “Casablanca for sure, 5 pages in, and you are absorbed,” says user u/hollywood harpoon on the platform.
‘Gone Girl’ (2014)
The events that occur after Amy Dunne’s mysterious disappearance are the focus of the film Gone Girl, which centres on the picture-perfect couple Nick and Amy Dunne (Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike). Amy’s disappearance receives significant press attention, and all the evidence points to Nick as the main suspect rather than the innocent man everyone feels sorry for.
Without a question, Gillian Flynn is a talented author. She not only contributed to the screenplay of David Fincher’s famous Gone Girl, which is based on her novel, which is why it’s brilliant. “I adore the writing style of Gillian Flynn’s own “Gone Girl” novel. Although she also wrote the novel, I believe it was her first attempt at screenwriting, and she truly nailed it “a now-deleted ecstatic user claims.
‘Her’ (2013)
Her, a sci-fi movie that Spike Jonze brilliantly directed, is lovely, very seductive, and enticing. It dwells on many delicate issues, including but not limited to loneliness and heartbreak. Theodore, a lonely and depressed character played by Joaquin Phoenix, makes his way through life in a stunning, futuristic setting in this strange love story.
One user of the platform claims that “Serenity, written by Joss Whedon, was the first script I ever read, but Her, directed by Spike Jonze, is by far the finest. I adore the film. I adore the tale. The acting is fantastic. But the script is a work of art all on its own.” Someone else continues, “Reading the Her script made me cry. Additionally, I had already seen the movie several times.”
‘Inglorious Basterds’ (2009)
Inglorious Basterds, Tarantino’s widely acclaimed film that is set in the first year of Germany’s conquest of France, is unquestionably one of his best works.
The movie stars Michael Fassbender, Mélanie Laurent, Christoph Waltz, Daniel Brühl, and Brad Pitt as Lt. Aldo Raine and his group of Jewish soldiers who carry out violent deeds against the Nazis.
There aren’t enough praises for Tarantino’s screenplay, according to a now-deleted account: “There isn’t a movie that makes better use of structural components in my mind. Even though it defies conventions and takes a number of chances, the entire film has an incredibly strong structural foundation. We can all agree that the film is very suspenseful, with several sequences having more suspense than most decent films since the ingredients in each sequence come together flawlessly.”
‘Legally Blonde’ (2001)
Legally Blonde, one of the most cherished chick-flicks ever, stars Reese Witherspoon as Elle Woods, who is determined to become Mrs. Warner Huntington III. Elle pursues her ex-boyfriend (Matthew Davis) into Harvard Law School in a desperate effort to win him back after he refused to propose because she was too blond.
It might surprise you to learn how adored the 2001 film’s screenplay is by the Reddit community; with 64 votes, user u/A Feathered Raptor declares: “Legally Blonde is up there.” “Masterclass,” responds another user.
‘Pulp Fiction’ (1994)
Of course, Pulp Fiction’s script is another one by Tarantino that stands out to Redditors. A sneak peek into the separate yet intertwined lives of two mob hitmen, a boxer, a gangster, and his wife can be found in this cult classic. The picture, which was directed in a highly stylized manner, undoubtedly had a significant impact on pop culture and endures as one of the most iconic movies of all time.
When asked “What are your picks for the top five greatest screenplays ever written,” the 1994 film is frequently listed. and another account, albeit on a separate post, concurs. “It’s cliché to say, but yes, the writing in Pulp Fiction is outstanding. Simply put, I adore the banter that QT writes. His ability to merge humour and seriousness is unmatched, and everything is so genuine.”
‘Rocky’ (1976)
One of the most adored sports movies ever made is this 1976 American drama film directed by John G. Avildsen, starring Sylvester Stallone and written by Stallone. Rocky established itself as a really well-written, heartfelt love story, despite the fact that it contains a lot of coarse, graphic material. The first movie in the series depicts the character’s ascent to stardom in the boxing world, rewriting the once-struggling actor as potential Hollywood material.
A now-deleted user responded, “Rocky… the original is wonderful,” when asked what are some of the greatest screenplays ever written. As they type, another user concurs “He finished it in three days. F*L.”
‘The Social Network’ (2010)
Although it isn’t exactly factual, this critically praised movie by David Fincher is based on real-life events in the life of Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Facebook, and it contains a lot of information on how the social networking site first got started. The biographical film focuses on Zuckerberg’s (Jesse Eisenberg) implementation of the social media idea.
The Social Network is without a doubt one of the platform’s favourites. It is frequently mentioned on the website when users are asked what is their favourite screenplay of all time (and also in a post that asks Redditors which are some good screenplays to read in order to help them get into writing one). “Although The Social Network is 163 pages long, it only seems that long. Amazing pace and dialogue. The script was one of the most compelling I’ve ever read. The film is also absurdly excellent “ReyOrdonez tweets.
‘There Will Be Blood’ (2007)
The filmography of Daniel Day-Lewis is impressive, and his performance in There Will Be Blood will always stand out as one of his best. The protagonist of this period drama by Paul Thomas Anderson, who also wrote and directed it, is a fiercely ambitious man who will do just about anything to grow his firm.
“How has There Will Be Blood not been mentioned? Though the conversation is excellent, how much of the narrative is actually conveyed through imagery? A now-deleted user on the platform says, “PTA is a god damn genius. Fantastic script to a flawless film,” to which u/undergroundkris responds, “Fantastic script.” Without a doubt, we concur.
