Godfather and Oz top movie lists

The Godfather and The Wizard Of Oz have both been named as best films in lists compiled by the American Film Institute (AFI).

A jury of 1,500 film artists, critics and historians drew up ten lists, which were divided into ten genres including gangster, sci-fi, animated and Western.

President of the AFI, Bob Gazzale, said that this kind of exposure helps to keep classic films in the cultural consciousness.

As well as Oz and the Godfather, 2001: A Space Odyssey, The Searchers, Raging Bull and Vertigo all made it to the top of their categories.

Hitchcock films made the grade several times, with Rear Window, North By Northwest and Dial M for Murder also making the top ten of the mystery category.

"This is why these lists are so important. They keep these films in the cultural conversation," Gazzale said.

"When City Lights is honoured as the number one romantic comedy, millions of people will go back and watch it again."

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