Every year, the US National Film Registry choose to preserve 25 movies and shorts in the Library of Congress. And this year? The likes of Thriller, Dog Day Afternoon and The Muppet Movie have made the list.
The choices are decided by Librarian of Congress James H Billington and, as usual, they're an eclectic bunch.
Among the titles are are 1957's The Incredible Shrinking Man, 1911 silent release Little Nemo and 1968's Sergio Leone classic Once Upon A Time In The West. But yes, this year, Michael Jackson's Thriller and the cinematic debut of Kermit and co have also been deemed worthy of inclusion. And why not?
"Established by Congress in 1989, the National Film Registry spotlights the importance of protecting America's matchless film heritage and cinematic creativity," Billington said in a statement. "By preserving the nation's films, we safeguard a significant element of our cultural patrimony and history."
You can find the full list over at the Film Preservation Board's official site.