modern day classic

noun
1. A film from the "modern" era of cinema, usually post 1970, that is considered to be a seminal work of direction, acting, plot, and/or theme. In short, a kick ass movie.

2. A person whose outstanding good taste and character are deserving of a classification akin to a really great movie.

3. An annoying compliment paid over and over again by drunk TRLA lawyers who are also UT Law graduates to their co-workers at the annual organization meeting.