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Warning, a lot of these films I suggest are foreign, but because other countries have been consistent in releasing better films than the U.S.

Sophie Scholl: The Final Days. It's a biographic, not so much a documentary, but it's quite good (could be a little on the sad side, so maybe not appropriate for a date movie). It's in German, so there are subtitles.

A Prophet. Really excellent film. A nobody criminal rises up through the ranks in prison to a mafia leader.

Amelie. Come on, everyone knows this one, it's beyond good. Even guys can get into it.

Hero. It's beautiful, great martial arts, intriguing story line, and plenty of action to keep him satisfied.

Ronin. GREAT action film, but both of you can get into it. Has one of the best car chase scenes of any film as well. Phenom cast.

Serenity. I second the vote on this one. Great action, some good writing, it'll keep you interested. Amusing characters, some romance (Inara, holy hell), and great special-effects. You don't need to have watched Firefly to get into it, but it might lead you in that direction (great series).

Zwartboek (Black Book). Another Nazi film, but about a woman who infiltrates the inner circles of officers for revenge. You connect with the characters and feel the turmoil they're enduring. Plus, for guys, there's guns and tits, which doesn't hurt.


Now for the documentaries (which I also love). A short but incomplete list:

The Fog of War: Eleven Lessons from the Life of Robert S. McNamara. Documentary about his life and the lessons he learned about war. Very intriguing, interesting material here.

Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room. Well-researched material, interviews with those with first-hand knowledge of what went down and of those involved. It makes the entire case a lot easier to absorb and it can shock you of just how powerful this company was and the effects of its decision-making.

The Cove. If you tear up easily at the sight of any animal being harmed, this might not be watchable for you.

Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father. Probably one of the most emotionally-disarming films; it could leave you in an emotional funk for a while, so beware. However, while it may not receive a lot of praise for its documentary quality, the material presented is incredible.

Planet B-Boy. Finally, something that isn't so emotionally draining. This follows the history of breakdancing around the world and its various cultures. Even if you don't like or know how to dance, it's quite inspiring for you to get off your ass and move around.

Capturing The Friedmans. Come on, it had to be included here.