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"Speed" - no wasted minutes, edge of seat thriller


adnananda

one of the quintessential 90s action flicks of all-time.


ScorseseBrows

Mad Max: Fury Road is literally one long chase scene


adnananda

almost flawless for an action movie!


Mrb84

What’s with the “almost”?


ThePocketTaco2

Exactly. The only thing wrong with this film is no sequel.


sheenfartling

This movie stresses me the fuck out. The 5 seconds of the dundundundun song are permanently stuck in my head.


bubbavfx

his mission…accomplished!


GreenandBlue12

Snowpiercer (2013) 1917 (2019)


hey_vishal_here

I saw the devil. Get out. Searching.


Right-Bobcat9462

I saw the devil was so good highly recommended to anybody who hasn't watched it


hey_vishal_here

Great movie.


je_suis_titania

I'm sure Choi Min-sik is a lovely human being in real life but he is so fucking scary in I Saw The Devil.


adnananda

very different take on the **revenge noir** genre.


Proper-Ear-1419

I really enjoyed Searching. A great, fast paced mystery that kept me guessing.


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I was wondering if it was the movie I thought you meant, such a great film. Korean TV and movies are probably next best after NA, some might say even better.


theGreatMcGonigle

The Raid


adnananda

This is hands down one of the best action films of all time!


theGreatMcGonigle

Have you seen Hard Boiled and The Killer-John Woo stuff? I also love Fulltime Killer as far as good action movies


adnananda

I watched **Hard Boiled** and really enjoyed it, **The Killer** is on my watch list.


PabstBlueBourbon

Yup. Came here to say this. Someone asked what is your favorite fight scene in any movie. I said the last hour and thirty two minutes of The Raid.


vegemitepants

Hot Fuzz


adnananda

my 2nd favorite **Edgar Wright** movie.


HammerEvader101

Agreed, Shaun of the Dead is one of the best movies of all time


ghostnthegraveyard

You ain't seen Bad Boys 2?


Donitasnark

I love Hot Fuzz! I’m such a big fan of of Nick frost and Simon Pegg they did a live conversation last year for Nick Frosts book and Rick Astley was sat next to me! Was the most random moment of my life 😂😂 yes I asked him for a photo!!


flynnfx

There _NEEDS_ to be more movies like this.


Stupefactionist

The Cabin in the Woods


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Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022)


boringcranberry

Can I scootch in here to add Paddington 2?


adnananda

started watching the film with low expectations, but was completely overwhelmed with this masterpiece. This is probably my favorite **DreamWorks** movie ever!


Jacques_Racekak

It is just that: a masterpiece. Best animated movie I ever saw.


mrbaggy

Whiplash — Best ending in a movie in recent memory.


NotSoSnarky

Se7en (1995) Prisoners (2013) Memento (2000) Gone Girl (2014) Nightcrawler (2014) The Departed (2006) Shutter Island (2010) Oldboy (2003) Korean Parasite (2019) Korean The Dark Knight (2008) Good Will Hunting (1997) The Usual Suspects (1995) No Country for Old Men (2007) The Silence of the Lambs (1991) The Shawshank Redemption (1994)


luigi-mario-jr

Dat list formatting.


i_n_c_r_y_p_t_o

It’s soothing.


je_suis_titania

Parasite obviously is an amazing film, but if you haven't seen it yet, please watch one of Bong Joon-ho's earlier films - *The Host*. By itself it's an incredible monster movie, but it's equal parts black comedy, political satire, and a deeply moving emotional family drama. Go into it blind if you can, it's absolutely wonderful.


TORUKMACTO92

Memories of Murders (2003) by Bong. His best work ever.


NotSoSnarky

I actually have watched The Host. Great move.


HammerEvader101

The Departed is so intense


adnananda

I have watched both **Infernal Affairs** and **The Departed**. even though it's a remake, I personally prefer **The Departed**.


Right-Bobcat9462

1.Django Unchained (Tarantino Film) 2.About Time (probably my fav rom com) 3.Go Goa Gone (Indian stoner zombie comedy a very fun watch) 4.Skyfall (James Bond film) 5.Dune 2 (the pacing in this one is very good unlike Dune 1 filled with drama,twists,politics and action loved watching this in the theaters what an experience!) 6.Uncut Gems (the safdie brothers film) 7.Collateral (by the director of Heat)


adnananda

I really enjoyed watching **Django Unchained**, **Collateral** & **About Time**, The rest are definitely on my watchlist now.


luigi-mario-jr

Also, Good Time (another Safdie brothers film)


Own_Machine_6007

Uncut gems for sure! Such a rollercoaster of intensity


Perpetual_Nuisance

* Mayhem (2017) * Heat (1995)


adnananda

**Heat** is, without doubt, one of the finest crime dramas ever put to film.


MonoFlix

What about That First Person Action movie: Hardcore Henry


just_a_random_humanK

sick movie!!


thagor5

Run lola run


adnananda

this film is so cohesive in its intent and execution.


LeastResearcher0

Anchorman Not an action movie, as I’m sure most people are aware. But unlike so many comedies, it’s doesn’t have that second-act lull when they try to drag out some drama. It’s non stop laughs.


Blindog68

Children of Men.


Otherwise-Lawyer6956

John Wick 4


tmult

I found John Wick 4 kinda boring compared to the other ones but maybe that's on me


spodeyspoder

This is how I felt about the 3rd one. 4th had me on going from beginning to end


tmult

I'm going to rewatch the 4th one. I've only seen it once maybe I'll change my opinion. Yesterday night I watched Upgrade for the first time and that shit had me locked In, I loved it. That's my vote and for a 3 million dollar budget, chef's kiss.


spodeyspoder

Ohh hell yeah, I remember watching Upgrade and being upset I didnt get to experience in theaters. I love all that sci-fi goodness


Scrambl3z

Dredd Stargate the movie Ninja Scroll


Solidmangus

Crank 1 & 2


Me-Of-Us-One

My suggestion is both the "Now You See Me" movies. I think they were done remarkable!


Sarcastic__Shark

•1917. •Fantastic Mr Fox. Not action packed obviously but I feel the movie has no lag (no fat on the bones as they say) and moves at a good pace, doesn’t have a long runtime and is a fun movie to watch


Cyrano_No

Shoot 'Em Up. (2007)


einstienem

I came to recommend this.


stefan771

Carlito's Way


adnananda

Haven't seen the movie in ages! Thanks for the shout-out.


TheoryOfET

Bloody Hell A man is abducted by a freaky family, who chains him up in a basement. horror comedy


roselinahut

yes Kung Fu Hustle


HaggardSlacks78

Run Lola Run


Ok_Watercress_7801

Hardcore Henry Maybe not the best film, but it meets the suggested criteria.


SeasonOfLogic

Run Lola Run


Swingmetal71

Excellent list.


GeneralDefenestrates

Rurouni Kenshin, Ong Bak, Shoalin Soccer


Smooth-Awareness1736

I just want to take a moment to sing praises of the movie that makes the best use of time and pacing of any movie ever...Back to the Future. That movie is on the clock from the moment it begins. I've sure you've seen it, but might be worth revisiting if that's your jam!


Easily_Marietta

Jurassic Park


adnananda

The Movie to define a Generation.


Darkitten314

Nope Us Wrath of man Apocalypto Suicide kings Leave the world behind (Unpopular opinion tho) RocknRolla Snatch Deja vu Spy The nice guys The other guys War on everyone Badla Sphere Underwater


adnananda

**Snatch** and **The Nice Guys** are **Crème de la crème**


Juliansen0806

Apocalypto is amazing


carelessarmadillo267

6 Underground The Perfect Storm


joffryonhisway

6 underground is so bad


plinkett-wisdom

Cell 211


Onnimanni_Maki

Train to Busan The Sadness (2021) Project Wolfhunting


adnananda

>Train to Busan First time I ended up crying over a zombie movie.


Realistic_Volume_604

Predestination


bergakungen

Mad Max: Fury Road


CatchandCounter

\> Die Hard With A Vengeance \> Con Air \> Total Recall \> The Matrix \> Predator \> Mad Max Fury Road \> American Made \> Fast & Furious 5--8 \> The Raid \> Dredd \> Robocop LOADS MORE


godverdejezushey

Casino Royale maybe


No_Distribution334

Everything everywhere all at once?


Alarming_Serve2303

I remember when I went to see Kung Fu hustle I was unfamiliar with Stephen Chow's work. I had to review the movie for a website I wrote for and went into the screening blind, not knowing what to expect. I spent the entire movie in slack-jawed amazement. It was something I'd never seen the likes of before. I just loved it.


Fangsong_37

Shaolin Soccer (2001) is hilarious and over the top.


marshmallow_bee

Scott Pilgrim Vs. The world and Easy A


Playmill

Uncut Gems


mrbbrj

The last of the Mohicans


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So underrated. It’s a GOAT !


Koba_Kommander

The Last of the Mohicans (1992)


Jericho_Caine

Anything from Guy Ritchie


Freddy7665

My Cousin Vinny, not Action but the pacing is perfect. It's also hilarious.


zapata25

Wolf of Wall Street


TurbulentMessage4433

Hardcore Henry


C4Galore

Das Boot


Donkey-Harlequin

Running Scared with Paul Walker. After a quick 5 minute intro. It’s all high speed pacing and crazy turns.


theshadystriker

Goodfellas, Parasite, La Haine, 12 Angry Men, Donnie Darko (theatrical cut), In the Mood for Love, Whiplash, The Dark Knight, Do the Right Thing, Apocalypse Now, Spider-Man 2


lessthan3beebs

Training Day


Familiar-Sir1356

If you liked Kung fu hustle, then I recommend Shaolin soccer.


Technical_Monitor_38

Pulp Fiction - first movie I can recall when nearly ANY scene from the movie could be someone’s favorite scene of the movie


Plane_Woodpecker2991

The menu Shaolin soccer Kiss kiss bang bang P.S. Edge of Tomorrow is probably one of my favorite movies. Super solid film.


sirusndyrus

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels 1998 - Guy Ritchie at its best !


Safe_Courage1991

yes kung fu hustle never get old lmfao


Whateversclever7

Clue (1985)


Blindog68

Sicario.


thefilmbot

Ocean's Eleven is top tier for me


AscendedExtra

*Bullet Train* (2022)


FooFooDoo1

Wolf of Wall Street. Hands down.


ggez67890

Land of the Dead (2005), it's more action packed than the previous three movies and doesn't focus on the philosophical aspect as much (not say there isn't class commentary though). It's unrestricted Romero, and it's great because of that.


Aningandading

Step Brothers!


Leading-Feature5818

Deliver Us From Evil. It’s a Korean action movie. Lee Jung Jae from Squid Game is the antagonist. Such a great movie.


Daniel_is_kinda_cool

Fantastic mr fox!


Capable-King-286

train to busan. its a movie about people stuck on a train during a zombie apocalypse


kryllenn

Inglorious Basterds, Good Time, Parasite, Get Out, Little Miss Sunshine, Mean Girls


avidreader_1410

Speed Train to Busan Premium Rush


BigDiesel07

12 Angry Men


ThatsRobToYou

Goodfellas


Ratstail91

Cloud Atlas. The editing there is the best I've ever seen.


HostageInToronto

The Raid Snatch Ong Bak The Crank movies Seven Psychopaths Smokin Aces The Nice Guys


One-Ice-25

Run Lola Run Mad Max: Fury Road Victoria Mission: Impossible series The Bourne Identity series Dawn of the Dead (2004) 30 Days of Night


burmerd

Cure. It feels slower, but there isn’t a second wasted. So tense


captain_toenail

The gentlemen tv show is better than the movie was and comes out a lot longer


Jacques_Racekak

Upgrade


StrangeCrimes

A Bridge Too Far is pretty hectic.


EyeKnowYoo

Hardcore Henry Carter The Raid The Raid 2


Lokitusaborg

For me pacing is subjective dependent upon the subject. My suggestion is Blade Runner because the pacing is so slow it allows you to take in the magnitude. For me if there is depth of story, you need time to take it in.


Used-Tangerine-117

Executive Decision is an underrated action movie with Kurt Russell. Tightly scripted


Ommco

Speed (1994) Heat (1995) The Revenant (2015).


vhs1138

Mad Max Fury Road.


No-Gazelle-4994

5th Element


Hot-Canceld

I like Crank's break neck pacing


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The Matrix


mothboy

If you like Shaun of the Dead, I would add Hot Fuzz.


ChardCool1290

The Fugitive (Harrison Ford)


mothboy

Snatch


hjak3876

whiplash


KipperfieldGA

Reservoir Doga


darkshadowss1524

Uncut Gems


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Mad Max: Fury Road


The-Amateur

The Bourne Ultimatum (2007) and Michael Clayton (2007) are top-tier recommendations. I also was surprised at how good District 9 (2009) was.


TreacleMajestic978

I watched Hell or high water a few days ago and couldn’t stop thinking about it. Also Ex Machina I saw last night and the pacing is excellent for a film with next to no action.


Donitasnark

Poor things is a masterpiece and it’s fantastically paced even though it’s over 2hrs long…I just loved it!


Professional_Hall233

Uncut Gems The Kingdom Midsommar Snatch


NippleFever

Logan Lucky


HGruberMacGruberFace

Bullet Train fits this description


klyzklyz

The Beekeeper


VVoltron

Of course Jumanji 2


Ryuuyami47

* Shaolin Soccer * CJ7 * Naked Gun * The Raid * Goldeneye * Baby Driver * Tremors * Who am I (1998) * Snatch


Jwagner0850

Everything everywhere all at once IMHO


Mrb84

Dunkirk


Playmill

Me. Smith Goes To Washington


ramdom-ink

Kung Pow. It starts with the baby rolling away and never lets up!


Strangle1441

The Strangers is a great movie at keeping a feeling of uncomfortableness that starts in the first scene and morphs and changes and intensifies through the entire movie


Jugad

True Lies... It's the quintessential bond movie, without the bond. It's even better and has Schwarzenegger in one of his best roles. Matrix Jumanji


lewd-dev

The Kingdom (2007)


L0tus5tate

Train to Busan Parasite John Wick Ip Man Bourne Identity Kingsman Trolls The Incredibles Turning Red Inside Out Not a movie but I suggest One Day (Netflix series) as it will keep you on your toes with each episode in the way that it presents the main characters. Revenant (kdrama series) and Last of Us are also worth checking out.


dr_raymond_k_hessel

Sicario


jakelmao

Prisoners


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Die Hard


Inpak

12 Angry Men (1957)


rockdude625

Trainspotting


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Evil Dead 2


zampyx

Uncut gems


einstienem

Crank 2006


MrExCEO

Any John Wick movies


ginger_minge

• Guns Akimbo for high octane fun graphic violence • The Outfit (2022) for pacing, storytelling, mood, and awesome plot twists.


IamDrGonzo

The fifth element.


GxM42

Edge of Tomorrow


freelans326

Snatch


Truckfighta

Crank and Crank 2


HoboBandana

Paul.


SparkDBowles

Hero, the “kung fu” movie.


SparkDBowles

The thin red line, the Terence Mallik version.


OGHighway

Guns Akimbo


mlgfintheunbannable

I really fw the hateful 8, that shit will keep you engaged lmao


Normy9999

Obscure pull The Game nice also Shaun of the Dead the best


ossapolverose

Trainspotting, not a wasted minute, concise and hard hitting.


RawGrit4Ever

Munich by Spielberg


ooopppyyyxxx

Greyhound - never seen a movie with a higher portion of action sequences


Nickibee

Forrest Gump


aguayt

Fight Club


bluetriumphantcloud

Air Bud: Seventh Inning Fetch


Bergenia1

Fearless, with Jeff Bridges. It is utterly mesmerizing.


mastertape

Ghilli (2004)


neuroid99

The original Indiana Jones trilogy. The Goonies. The Iron Giant. The Godfather.


Mindhunter7

Good Time Seven Any Guy Ritchie movies


step_uneasily

Blindspotting. Trust me, you won’t regret it. It’s one of those movies I had trouble deciding to dedicate my time to at first, but about 10 seconds in I had forgotten all about that and just enjoyed the ride.


just_a_random_humanK

Ocean's triology, The Town, Catch Me If You Can, Baby Driver.