A slowly evolving list that reflects my current taste (nostalgia favorites excluded). 
These films are very special to me.
Many are hidden gems you probably won’t see elsewhere. 
Each title is rewatched often to ensure it holds up. 
Loosely ranked.

Favorite subgenres/themes:
Dysfunctional family
Intergenerational friendship 
Parental substitute 
Found family 
Female friendship 
Underdogs
Lost souls 
Coming of age 
Badass females 
Punk rock 
Pre-apocalypse
Revenge
Young love