Indeed, the movie's biggest strength is its emotional intelligence: characters are allowed to be contradictory, wounded, and sincere all at once. 8 ‘The Untouchables’ (1987)Al Capone (Robert De Niro) stands in a tuxedo, raising his finger to make a point in 'The Untouchables' (1987). He balances extreme violence with razor-sharp humor, making for surprisingly rich thematic commentary. 5 ‘Predator’ (1987)The cast of 'Predator' (1987) Image via 20th Century Studios"If it bleeds, we can kill it." He and Sam Raimi totally commit to the outlandish concept, making for one of the most enjoyable movies of the late '80s.