Sometimes it seems that cinema cannot be measured in numbers — yet behind every award are years of work, ambitions, and the faith of hundreds of people. Some films win the Oscar again and again, becoming true record-holders for the number of statuettes. These films have entered history and remain a benchmark of quality.
Ben-Hur (1959)
Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Genre: historical epic, drama, adventure
IMDb: 8.10
The film tells the story of Judah Ben-Hur, a noble Jew whose life falls apart after the betrayal of a friend and a confrontation with Roman authority. Behind the grand battle scenes and chariot races lies a deeply human drama about pride, revenge, and the search for meaning in life.
Awards: 11 Academy Awards — an absolute record that the film shares with other films.
Titanic (1997)
Studio: 20th Century Fox
Genre: romantic drama, disaster film, historical film
IMDb: 7.90
The film combines the documentary accuracy of the liner's sinking with an intimate love story between two people from different worlds. The contrast of luxury and tragedy, hope and doom makes the film emotionally powerful.
Awards: 11 Academy Awards, including "Best Picture" and "Best Director."
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)
Studio: New Line Cinema
Genre: fantasy, adventure epic, drama
IMDb: 9.00
The concluding part of Peter Jackson's trilogy summarizes an era, showing the cost of victory and loss. Despite the mythological scale of the battles, ordinary people and friendship remain at the center, while the epic plot harmoniously combines with lyricism.
Awards: 11 Academy Awards — the film won every nomination it was nominated for.
West Side Story (1961)
Studio: United Artists
Genre: musical, drama, romantic tragedy
IMDb: 7.60
This adaptation of "Romeo and Juliet" relocates the story to 20th century New York, where street gang conflicts intertwine with music and dance. The vibrant musical reveals the deep emotions of the characters, their love, and the impossibility of being together.
Awards: 10 Academy Awards, including for direction, music, and acting.
