The 26 Movies With the Greatest Openings of All Time, Ranked by the Independent

"A great ending can almost save even some of the worst films from total oblivion – making you either question everything you have seen up until that point or perfectly wrapping up the narrative with a neat little bow. A great opening, however, is something that can truly make or break a movie. Those first few minutes are essentially an audition for the movie to impress its audience and intrigue everyone for what is about to come. Whether it's setting the tone through shock and excitement or introducing us to a key character with engrossing dialogue, a great opening isn't just about spectacle: it's about storytelling." - the-independent.com