My ultimate 80s films? There are just way too many to mention! First of all I must say that I really dig the action films made during this era. There are just too many to mention.
Few gems: Predator, Die hard, commando, Mad Max 2, top gun, bloodsport, conan the barbarian, Rambo: first blood, leathal weapon, under siege, running man, red heat, rocky sequels… Some of those 80s action films were just so darn entertaining to watch and rewatch. They really capture the essence of that era.
And ofcourse many classics such as indy trilogy films were made during this era. Oh and Star Wars empire strikes back. The best sw film ever made was an 80s film. I wouldn't call that an accident. So many other classics such as full metal jacket, platoon, blade runner, terminator, shining, aliens. And some of the funniest comedies were made during the 80s. I doubt they are even allowed to make jokes like that anymore in current political climate.
Lastly definitely a strong vote for Highlander! A perfect sample of an 80s cinema.