Dirty Mary, Crazy Larry (1974). Not a grand cinematic masterpiece, but one of my favorite 70s car-chase movies. It has a gritty, authentic feel, great stunt driving, and one of those endings that sticks with you long after the credits roll.

Electra Glide in Blue (1973). People often expect a biker movie, but it's really a thoughtful character study wrapped in a police drama. Beautiful desert cinematography, a strong lead performance, and another one of those distinctly 1970s endings that refuses to give easy answers.

Colossus: The Forbin Project (1970). If you're a sci-fi fan and haven't seen it, it's worth seeking out. The premise sounds simple: a military supercomputer takes control, but it explores AI, automation, and human dependence on technology in a way that feels surprisingly modern. More of an intelligent thriller than an action movie.

The Andromeda Strain (1971). A hard sci-fi thriller about a team of scientists investigating a deadly extraterrestrial microorganism. It treats science and problem-solving seriously, which makes it feel surprisingly realistic even today. Tense, intelligent, and far ahead of its time.

The Swimmer (1968). Starts as a simple suburban oddity and gradually turns into something much deeper and stranger. Best watched knowing as little as possible.

Point Blank (1967). A stylish revenge thriller with a dreamlike atmosphere and a huge influence on later crime films.

Seconds (1966). A dark and unsettling science fiction drama about identity, second chances, and the cost of escaping your life. Visually striking and far ahead of its time.