Nothing sets the tone for a film quite like the opening scene. These are our first glance at the world the film inhabits, the characters, the look, and the cadence. We went onto Reddit and asked for users’ favorite opening scenes. These were the top ten.
Saving Private Ryan – The Beach Landings.
Raiders of the Lost Ark – South American Jungle.
Inglorious Basterds – Interrogation
The Matrix – Heart o’ the City Hotel
Super Troopers – Traffic Stop
The Dark Knight – Bank Heist
Goodfellas – The Trunk
The Godfather – I Believe in America
Star Wars Episode 1: A New Hope – Tantive IV Attack
The Lion King – The Circle of Life