Ballots will be delivered by the U.S. Postal Service to leaders across the film community, including artists from in front of and behind the camera, critics, historians, movie executives, exhibitors, and the country's First and Second families of American film, the President and Vice President of the United States and their wives. Choosing from a list of 400 American movies compiled by AFI, this blue-ribbon panel will select the 100 greatest feature films, judging such factors as critical recognition, major award winners, popularity over time, historical significance and cultural impact. Participants will include the most respected and exciting motion picture stars of past and present. The taped special will be the first unveiling of America's 100 best movies, and within those 100, the top ten. The 10 hours on TNT to follow will allow for a more in-depth look at the 100 films over the course of 10 weeks.
American film is almost mythical, and is the benchmark for American creativity and achievement.
Movies have become an integral part of our lives and influenced millions across the globe. This program is an unprecedented effort to celebrate the very best of 100 years of this uniquely American art form and to look towards its future. AFI is proud to organize this celebration with the support of the creative and entertainment community and bring it to a nation and a world who love American movies. AFI will be joined in this celebration of movie excellence by some of the world's most prestigious corporations, led by General Motors's Cadillac Division, who want to be part of the magic, glamour and excitement of not just one great movie, but the 100 greatest movies ever made. 100 Movies of the entire AFI board.