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What are the top 10 movie trailers of all time?

Domenico Glaister

As a social media user and a movie enthusiast, I can undoubtedly say that the road to finding the top 10 movie trailers of all time is a wild ride. However, after much deliberation and reminiscing, I have curated a list that I believe may potentially hold a spot on this coveted ranking.

Firstly, we have "The Dark Knight" trailer from 2008. This trailer did not only showcase the late Heath Ledger's phenomenal performance as the Joker, but it also increased the anticipation the audience had for the film. The second trailer, "The Social Network" (2010), earns a spot for its captivating use of Nine Inch Nails' song, "The Hand That Feeds" to amplify the story's incredible tension.

Third, "Inception" (2010) earns its place with its superior sound design and editing that captured the essence of the film's underlying tone. Fourth, we have the trailer for "The Matrix" (1999) that featured visually-stunning action scenes contrasted with philosophical musings that set it apart from other action films during its release.

Fifth, "Avengers: Infinity War" (2018) was a marvel in the superhero film genre, and its trailer portrayed the storyline's epic scope effectively. The sixth trailer on the list is "Pulp Fiction" (1994) trailer, which captures the film's unique vibe and its iconic use of music.

Next, we have the iconic trailer for "Jaws" (1975), which mastered suspense and fear that landed it a spot as one of the greatest trailers of all time. Eighth on the list is the trailer for "Jurassic Park" (1993), which featured groundbreaking computer-generated imagery, and the epic whimsy of seeing dinosaurs come to life on a big screen.

Ninth, "Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens" (2015) was highly anticipated and lived up to its hype with a well-executed trailer. Last but not least, the trailer for "The Silence of the Lambs" (1991) earns its spot for its understated tone that gave the audience a glimpse into its suspenseful plot without giving away too much information.

In conclusion, these ten movie trailers all stand out for their unique storytelling, stunning visuals, and effective use of sound and music. Although this list may be subjective, these trailers all share one common trait - they left a lasting impression on the viewers and made them want to watch the films.