20 Great movies that were ahead of their time

Jake Gyllenhaal, Elijah Wood, Jim Carrey
Jake Gyllenhaal, Elijah Wood, Jim Carrey

20) 12 Angry Men (1957)

Scene from 12 Angry Men | Image via Amazon MGM Studios
Scene from 12 Angry Men | Image via Amazon MGM Studios

12 Angry Men, directed by Sydney Lumet is regarded as one of the iconic legal drama movies. The 1957 film's exploration of social themes like justice, prejudice, and critical thinking was way ahead of its time. Additionally, the character-driven narrative and social commentary set a standard for upcoming legal dramas in Hollywood.

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Edited by Zainab Shaikh