Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)

Often imitated, never equaled. This classic, magical stopmotion piece also doubles as the greatest story of noncomformity ever told. From Rudolph being ostracized for having a light bulb nose, to Hermey the gay elf the elf who wants to be a dentist, to the poor misunderstood Abominable Snow Monster. It’s shocking how much of an asshole Santa Claus is in the former half of this special. But then, of course, necessity sometimes calls for a break in tradition… Wonder if Rudolph holds a grudge.

5 misfits out of 5

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958)

Maggie and her husband Brick have relationship problems and in a house with no locked doors privacy is impossible. They're gathered with the rest of the family for Big Daddy's birthday, a man who knows that such gatherings are a boiling pot of arrogance and resentment.
Big Daddy (Burl Ives) thunders his way through every scene; it's a joy to watch. Taylor and Newman are on fire. Hell, even the pathetic fallacy is welcome.
The third act is essential viewing for any lover of good drama.

4 shouty Mississippians out of 5