The most basic form of American heroism — the individual in lonely, dangerous situations, inspiring opposition to the oppressive, often deadly, system. All these guys are mad as hell and aren't going to take it anymore. Films include: MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, EASY RIDER, ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST, DANCES WITH WOLVES, SCHINDLER'S LIST.

Exotic times and places. Unlikely lovers swept up, swept away by the tidal force of grand, desperate, sometimes tragic, sometimes — thank heaven — giddy passions. This is our tribute to the movies that uplift us to the romantic heights, carry us down to its brooding depths, make us feel in our souls love's transformative power. Films include: WUTHERING HEIGHTS, GONE WITH THE WIND, CASABLANCA, A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, MY FAIR LADY, MIDNIGHT COWBOY.