"The Sandlot" was released in 1993, and still remains one of the greatest sports fils ever made, along with being one of the best Fourth of July movies.

Whether you're feeling patriotic, reflective or in need of escapism, here's a list of flicks to chose from this Independence Day.

Patriotism is a tough sell for America right now, but in the same way you don’t have to believe in immaculate conceptions to celebrate Christmas, you mustn’t be a coal-rolling flag-hugger to embrace the things the Fourth of July truly represents: that is,