The most unforgettable needle drops from the 1990s movies made for some of the most famous cinematic moments of the decade. The use of music has been key to motion pictures since their inception. While there have been many beloved original songs in movies , the use of popular music came later.

The "needle drop" refers to the use of preexisting music in a movie, with filmmakers like Martin Scorsese pioneering the use of popular music in the 1970s. The '90s saw a further change in the style with the rise of teen movies, leading to music that spoke to that generation, while filmmakers used music to showcase their distinct style.

It might seem easy enough to stick a well-known song into a movie, but a perfect needle drop can enhance a movie moment and make it into something audiences w

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