When considering a "best" film or tech. approach in film -- memory is a key. What we remember, what impressed us.
However I also have to realize that as time moves forward, things change. Newer film, advances in lenses, in studio on location. camers, etc. Also, what the filming team learns and improves upon.
On the list of Hall's films -- I jumped to The Professionals. I think that is because of the outdoor shooting. Kind of like Freddy Young with Lawrence in the desert. One does not have control of nature, the sun, or clouds, or missing equipment.
Add to the film, the music, and story, the action -- all influence me as I watch what a film-maker shows me on the screen.
