20 Great movies that were ahead of their time

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

17) Alien (1979)

Scene from Alien | Image via Rotten Tomatoes
Scene from Alien | Image via Rotten Tomatoes

Alien was a groundbreaking movie ahead of its time. Directed by Ridley Scott, this sci-fi horror classic introduced audiences to the terrifying "xenomorph" and revolutionized the genre with its blend of suspense, horror, and futuristic elements. Sigourney Weaver's portrayal of Ripley as a strong female lead broke stereotypes and set new standards.

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