Hollywood has produced countless iconic films over the years, but what if we took a donkey’s route—a slow, meandering, yet surprisingly insightful journey—to rank the best of the best? Forget the usual top 10 lists; we’re taking the scenic (and slightly stubborn) path to celebrate cinema’s greatest masterpieces.
Here’s our unconventional, hoof-picked selection of the best Hollywood movies of all time—Donkey’s Choice Edition.
1. The Godfather (1972) – “The Donkey of Crime Dramas”
Why? Because just like a stubborn donkey, this movie refuses to be ignored. Francis Ford Coppola’s epic Mafia saga is a slow burn, but every scene is a masterpiece. Marlon Brando’s mumbling wisdom? Pure donkey energy.
2. The Shawshank Redemption (1994) – “The Patient Donkey’s Tale”
Why? Andy Dufresne’s escape is the ultimate slow-and-steady-wins-the-race story—just like a determined donkey digging its way to freedom.
3. Pulp Fiction (1994) – “The Donkey That Took a Wild Detour”
Why? Quentin Tarantino’s non-linear storytelling is like a donkey wandering off the path, only to find something even more interesting. Plus, Jules’ Ezekiel quote? Donkey-level profound.
4. The Dark Knight (2008) – “The Donkey That Carried the Weight of Chaos”
Why? Heath Ledger’s Joker is the unpredictable wild ass of villains, and Batman’s moral struggle? Pure donkey stubbornness.
5. Forrest Gump (1994) – “The Donkey Who Just Kept Running”
Why? Forrest is the ultimate slow-but-steady hero, stumbling into history like a donkey who accidentally wins a race.
6. Titanic (1997) – “The Donkey That Sank (But Rose Survived)”
Why? A slow, tragic, yet beautiful journey—just like a donkey stubbornly refusing to let go of its carrot (or in this case, a door).
7. Inception (2010) – “The Donkey That Got Lost in Dreams”
Why? Trying to understand this movie is like a donkey chasing its own tail—confusing but fascinating.
8. The Lord of the Rings Trilogy (2001-2003) – “The Donkey’s Epic Journey”
Why? Samwise Gamgee is basically a loyal donkey carrying Frodo up Mount Doom.
9. Goodfellas (1990) – “The Donkey That Lived Fast and Died… Maybe”
Why? Henry Hill’s rise and fall is like a donkey who thought it could outrun the wolves. Spoiler: It couldn’t.
10. Jurassic Park (1993) – “The Donkey That Should’ve Avoided the T-Rex”
Why? Because even a stubborn donkey knows not to mess with dinosaurs.
Final Bray-ings (Thoughts)
These films, much like a donkey, have stood the test of time through sheer persistence, brilliance, and sometimes, sheer stubbornness. Whether you agree or not, one thing’s for sure—this list took the scenic route, and that’s the donkey way.
Which movie would your inner donkey pick? 🐴🎬