Harold and Maude (1971)

A rom-com-esque oldie, this film follows Harold, a young man with an unusual fascination with death. One day, while attending the funeral of a complete stranger, he meets a like-minded yet almost elderly woman named Maude. The pair hit it off, despite any age gaps, and a quirky adventure ensues. A key driver here is a full album or two of Cat Stevens songs that are heavily woven into the story and make the film feel like a well put-together musical. These tunes guide the narrative and help to disguise any semblance of it being outdated. Combined, H&M is a worthwhile entry point to 1970s cinema and a likeable homage to Cat Stevens  and, for that, it deserves a viewing or two.

7.5/10