Here are 10 of Ridley Scott's best movies

Alien A deadly extraterrestrial creature hunts a crew in this sci-fi horror film.

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Blade Runner A visually striking dystopian movie set in a futuristic Los Angeles about a cop hunting rogue androids.

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Gladiator This epic historical drama centers on a Roman general who goes to the gladiatorial arena to seek revenge.

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The Martian An astronaut who becomes stranded on Mars battles to survive in this suspenseful science fiction tale.

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Thelma & Louise A film about two friends going on a road trip and discovering who they are and what they can do for themselves.

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Black Hawk Down This gripping war movie, which is based on actual events, tells the story of an American military mission gone wrong in Somalia.

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Kingdom of Heaven A historical epic centered on religious, honor, and love themes, it is set during the Crusades.

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Prometheus A fascinating science fiction movie that explores the search for clarification and the beginnings of humanity.

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American Gangster This crime drama, which is based on a true story, centers on a drug lord and the detective who is out to get him.

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The Counselor A dark thriller regarding a lawyer involved in the dangerous the world of illegal drug trafficking.

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