The history of this medium is typically divided into two distinct eras before the home video revolution changed the industry forever.
(1973) : Praised for its relatively high production values and narrative, this film follows a woman who makes a deal to experience carnal pleasures before entering the afterlife. The Opening of Misty Beethoven
If you're looking for films with a specific nostalgic or retro aesthetic, you might also consider movies from the French New Wave, Italian Neorealism, or classic Hollywood films from the Golden Age of Cinema.