1962

This epic historical drama, directed by David Lean, chronicles the life of T.E. Lawrence, a British officer who played a pivotal role in the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire…

Set in the racially charged atmosphere of 1930s Alabama, this film follows the story of Atticus Finch, a principled lawyer, as he defends a black man falsely accused of raping…

This animated film presents a unique twist on Charles Dickens’ classic tale, featuring the nearsighted and lovable character, Mister Magoo, in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge. The story follows Scrooge’s…

In this gripping Cold War thriller, a former Korean War POW, played by Frank Sinatra, begins to suspect that he and his fellow soldiers were brainwashed during their captivity. As…

In this iconic 1962 film, British secret agent James Bond, played by Sean Connery, is sent to Jamaica to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a fellow agent. His mission leads…

This epic war film meticulously chronicles the events of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, from multiple perspectives, including American, British, French, and German forces. Featuring…

In this poignant drama, a washed-up heavyweight boxer, played by Anthony Quinn, faces the harsh realities of life outside the ring as he grapples with the end of his career….

This 1962 French film, directed by Jean-Luc Godard, follows the life of Nana, a young Parisian woman played by Anna Karina, as she navigates her aspirations and struggles. The narrative…

Set against the backdrop of post-war Britain, this film follows the story of a rebellious young man, Colin Smith, who finds himself in a borstal, a type of youth detention…

Set in the Edo period of Japan, this film follows the story of a ronin named Hanshiro Tsugumo, portrayed by Tatsuya Nakadai, who arrives at the house of a feudal…

A sculptor and his partner plot to murder a wealthy young family member to seize his inheritance, but their scheme unravels unexpectedly.

This 1962 film, directed by John Frankenheimer, stars Burt Lancaster in a compelling portrayal of a man who transforms his life while serving a life sentence in prison. The story…

In this classic Western, two aging former lawmen, played by Randolph Scott and Joel McCrea, are hired to transport gold from a mining camp to a bank. As they embark…

In this 1962 film, a middle-aged literature professor becomes infatuated with a young girl, leading to a complex and controversial relationship that explores themes of obsession and morality. The movie…

In this 1962 film, a rugged cowboy named Jack Burns, played by Kirk Douglas, finds himself at odds with the encroaching modern world as he attempts to break his friend…

This 1962 film, directed by Arthur Penn, is a powerful drama that explores the early life of Helen Keller and her relationship with her determined teacher, Annie Sullivan. The story…

In this surreal drama directed by Luis Buñuel, a group of affluent guests find themselves inexplicably unable to leave a lavish dinner party. As days pass, their civilized facades crumble,…

In this classic Western, a U.S. senator returns to a small town for a funeral and recounts the story of his rise to prominence, which began with a confrontation with…

In this compelling Brazilian drama directed by Anselmo Duarte, the story follows a devout man named Zé do Burro who makes a vow to Saint Barbara after a miraculous event….

In this gripping thriller directed by J. Lee Thompson, a lawyer’s family is terrorized by a vengeful ex-convict recently released from prison. The film stars Gregory Peck and Robert Mitchum,…

Directed by Agnès Varda, this 1962 film follows a young singer named Cléo as she anxiously awaits the results of a medical test that could change her life. Set in…

Through a combination of still images and narration, this film provides a comprehensive look at the history of Native Americans.

Set in a post-apocalyptic future, this French science fiction film explores the themes of memory and time travel through a series of haunting still images. The protagonist, a man haunted…

In this 1961 classic, a wandering and astute ronin, played by the legendary Toshiro Mifune, finds himself entangled in a local power struggle involving a group of naive young samurai….

In this 1961 film directed by Luis Buñuel, a young novice nun visits her uncle’s estate before taking her final vows. The story unfolds as she grapples with unexpected moral…