This list of the top 100 movies of all time is based on a combination of critical reviews, box office success, and audience reception. From classic films such as "Citizen Kane" and "Casablanca" to modern blockbusters like "The Dark Knight" and "Avatar,
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Time's All-Time 100 Movies is a list compiled by Time magazine of the 100 "greatest" films that were released between March 3, 1923—when the first issue of Time was published—and early 2005, when the list was compiled. Compiled by critics Richard Schickel and Richard Corliss, the list generated significant attention, receiving 7.8 million hits in its first week alone.