“These movies are judged as being ahead of their time primarily because of their technical and visual effects achievements. Most of these became the staple for referencing great visual effects after they came out. It’s not necessarily that their subject matter or content was not accepted until years later (like Napoleon Dynamite). I’m sure there were a couple I missed (it was tough not putting Blade Runner) that can still be recognized. I invite any readers who would like to voice their opinion to do so in the comments below, but I’ll stand firmly by these 12 as the greatest examples of movies ahead of their time when they were released.” w/ photos
