I think "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" has to be my favorite book ever. I've re-read it so many times. A recent favorite is Dean Koontz's "The City" which kind of reminded me of "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" in some ways, except with Dean Koontz's time travel/spirit type twist to the story. And I love Mary Higgins Clark's books, even though they're a tad predictable.
My favorite movies are nothing like what's been listed! One of my favorites is Deathproof (I think that's its name.). It has Kurt Russell in it. Those girls really give him what he deserves. I also really liked the Divergent series of books and movies. And I love to watch the ID channel with all the forensic shows, as well as things like the Great British Bake-Off and Pawn Stars. I have very eclectic taste.