Director: Mike Nichols Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft and Katharine Ross ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood have…
Movie Reviews
“Chef” (2014) – Dustin Hoffman’s Captivating Chef Comedy
Writer/Director: Jon Favreau Starring: Jon Favreau, Bobby Cannavale and Sofia Vergara ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors In Hollywood have…
“Kal Ho Naa Ho” (2003) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Heartfelt Bollywood Classic About Illness
Director: Nikkhil Advani Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta and Saif Ali Khan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Danny Boyle’s Breathtaking Beatles Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert Eggers’ Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
“The Dark Knight Rises” (2012) – Gary Oldman’s Fantastic Batman Finale
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Gary Oldman and Anne Hathaway ‘Fantastic Batman Finale’ “The Dark Knight Rises” is written…
“The Dark Knight” (2008) – Gary Oldman’s Spectacular Batman Sequel
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger and Aaron Eckhart ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few superheroes have earned a fan…
“Batman Begins” (2005) – Gary Oldman’s Captivating Comic-Book Classic
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson ‘Breathtaking Blockbuster’ “Batman Begins” is directed by Christopher Nolan. Its…
“The Princess Bride” (1987) – Robin Wright’s Fantastic Fantasy Classic
Director: Rob Reiner Starring: Robin Wright, Chris Sarandon and Wallace Shawn ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood has…
“The Day of the Jackal” (1973) – Edward Fox’s Captivating Espionage Classic
Director: Fred Zinnemann Starring: Edward Fox, Terrence Alexander, Derek Jacobi ‘Spectacular Suspense Thriller’ “The Day of the Jackal” is directed…
My Favourite Ethan Hawke Films
Not many actors have made movies audiences talk about like Ethan Hawke. Since the 1990’s, Hawke has become an icon.…
“Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” (2021) – Ethan Hawke’s Spectacular Murder Mystery Sequel
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Janelle Monae, Edward Norton …
“Maudie” (2017) – Ethan Hawke’s Powerful Portrait of a Canadian Painter
Director: Aisling Walsh Writer: Sherry White Starring: Sally Hawkins, Ethan Hawke and Kari Matchett ‘Deeply Moving Biopic’ Maud Lewis is…
“Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead” (2007) – Ethan Hawke’s Gritty Gangster Masterpiece
Director: Sidney Lumet Starring: Philip Seymour Hoffman, Ethan Hawke and Marisa Tomei ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Training Day” (2001) – Ethan Hawke’s Captivating Crime Classic
Director: Antoine Fuqua Starring: Denzel Washington, Ethan Hawke and Scott Glenn ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Few movie-stars in Hollywood have…
“Before Sunrise” (1995) – Ethan Hawke’s Captivating Romantic Classic
Writer/Director: Richard Linklater Starring: Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy and John Sloss ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood are as…
“Dead Poets Society” (1989) – Ethan Hawke’s Captivating Poetry Classic
Director: Peter Weir Starring: Robin Williams, Ethan Hawke and Josh Charles ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have had…
“Boyhood” (2014) – Ethan Hawke’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Childhood
Writer/Director: Richard Linklater Starring: Ellar Coltrane, Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ About halfway through Richard Linklater’s “Boyhood”,…
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always…
“Mickey 17” (2025) – Robert Pattinson’s Spectacular Sci-fi Satire
Writer/Director: Bong Joon-ho Starring: Robert Pattinson, Toni Collette and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Spectacular Satire’ Few science-fiction books ever written about…
“Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham” (2001) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Captivating Bollywood Classic About Broken Families
Writer/Director: Karan Johar Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few movie-stars in Bollywood have achieved…
“Conclave” (2024) – Ralph Fiennes’ Riveting Religious Drama
Director: Edward Berger Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and John Lithgow ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Religion is a sensitive subject that’s…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Danny Boyle’s Brilliant Beatles Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert Eggers’ Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
“The Dark Knight Rises” (2012) – Christian Bale’s Fantastic Batman Finale
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Gary Oldman and Anne Hathaway ‘Fantastic Batman Finale’ “The Dark Knight Rises” is written…
“The Dark Knight” (2008) – Christian Bale’s Magnificent Batman Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger and Aaron Eckhart ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few superheroes have earned a fan…
“Batman Begins” (2005) – Christian Bale’s Captivating Comic-Book Classic
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson ‘Breathtaking Blockbuster’ “Batman Begins” is directed by Christopher Nolan. Its…
“Top Gun” (1986) – Tom Cruise’s Soaring Aviation Classic
Director: Tony Scott Starring: Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis and Val Kilnmer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors whose movies make headline…
“Alien” (1979) – Sigourney Weaver’s Spectacular Sci-fi Classic
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerrit and Veronice Cartwright ‘A Spectacular Sci-fi Classic’ Aliens are creepy creatures which…
My Favourite Musicals
Not many genres have made movies as memorable as the musical. Since the 1940’s, the musical genre has produced unforgettable…
My Favourite Emma Stone Films
Few actresses in Hollywood are as well-known as Emma Stone. Ever since the 2000’s, Stone has become an icon. Whether…
“Eddington” (2025) – Emma Stone’s Wonderful Western Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Ari Aster Starring: Emma Stone, Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal ‘A Wonderful Western’ Not many actresses in Hollywood are…
“Poor Things” (2023) – Emma Stone’s Fantastic Feminist Adaptation
Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Starring: Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Willem Dafoe …
“Cruella” (2021) – Emma Stone’s Dazzling Disney Remake
Director: Craig Gillepsie Writers: Dana Fox and Tony McNamara Starring: Emma Stone, Emma Thompson and Paul Walter Hauser ‘Delightful Disney…
“The Favourite” (2018) – Emma Stone’s Fantastic Feminist Period Piece
Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Starring: Rachel Weisz, Olivia Colman and Emma Stone ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“La La Land” (2016) – Emma Stone’s Magnificent Musical Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Damien Chazelle Starring: Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone and J.K. Simmons ‘A Musical Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review, I…
“Birdman” (2015) – Emma Stone’s Breathtaking Broadway Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu Starring: Michael Keaton, Edward Norton and Naomi Watts ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Gangster Squad” (2013) – Emma Stone’s Worst Movie
Directed by Ruben Fleischer Written by Will Beall (based off novel by Paul Lieberman) Starring Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, and…
“The Amazing Spider-Man” (2012) – Emma Stone’s Amazing Spider-Man Reboot
Director: Marc Webb Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Sally Field ‘Spectacular Reboot’ “The Amazing Spider-Man” is directed by Marc…
“The Help” (2011) – Emma Stone’s Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Tate Taylor Starring: Emma Stone, Bryce Dallas Howard and Viola Davis ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are…
“Irrational Man” (2015) – Emma Stone’s Wonderful Woody Allen Drama
Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone and Parker Posey ‘An Overlooked Gem’ Few actors in the world have…
“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Emma Stone’s Captivating Romantic Comedy
Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors…
“Superbad” (2007) – Emma Stone’s Captivating High School Comedy
Director: Greg Mottola Starring: Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill and Michael Cera ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Amazing Spider-Man 2” (2014) – Emma Stone’s Disappointing Spider-Man Sequel
Director: Marc Webb Writers: Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci and Jeff Pinkner Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Jamie Foxx ‘A…
“Superman” (2025) – David Corenswet’s Soaring Superman Blockbuster
Writer/Director: James Gunn Starring: David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Blockbuster’ Few superheroes have gained a fan…
“Kuch Kuch Hota Hai” (1998) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Captivating Indian College Classic
Writer/Director: Karan Johar Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Rani Mukerji ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Bollywood pour their…
“The Substance” (2024) – Demi Moore’s Amazing Oscar-Winning Masterpiece About Aging
Writer/Director: Coralie Fargeat Starring: Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley and Dennis Quaid ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Lily James’ Brilliant Beatles Musical Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Willem Dafoe’s Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Eddie Redmayne’s Brilliant Marilyn Monroe Biopic
Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by…
“Emma” (2020) – Johnny Flynn’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation
Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill…
“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s…
“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Hugh Grant’s Amazing Austen Adaptation
Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have…
My Favourite Kevin Spacey Films
Not many actors have created a legacy as controversial as Kevin Spacey. Since the 1990’s, Spacey has become an icon.…
“Baby Driver” (2017) – Kevin Spacey’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Starring: Ansel Elgort, Jamie Foxx and Kevin Spacey ‘A Thrilling Ride’ In a Summer filled with superhero…
“Margin Call” (2011) – Kevin Spacey’s Fantastic Financial Crisis Drama
Writer/Director: J.C. Chandor Starring: Kevin Spacey, Zachary Quinto and Paul Bettany ‘Filmmaking at its Finest’ It’s one thing for a financial…
“American Beauty” (1999) – Kevin Spacey’s Beautiful Classic About Broken Families
Writer/Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening and Wes Bentley ‘A Beautiful Masterpiece’ Few celebrities in Hollywood have faced…
“L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Kevin Spacey’s Captivating L.A. Classic
Writer/Director: Curtis Hanson Starring: Guy Pearce, Kevin Spacey and Russell Crowe ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“A Time to Kill” (1996) – Kevin Spacey’s Courtroom Classic
Director: Joel Schumacher Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Matthew McConaughey and Sandra Bullock ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Usual Suspects” (1995) – Kevin Spacey’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne and Benicio Del Toro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“Se7en” (1995) – Kevin Spacey’s Spectacular Serial Killer Classic
Director: David Fincher Starring: Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman and Kevin Spacey ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers in the world have…
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always…
“Sinners” (2025) – Michael B. Jordan’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Brothers
Writer/Director: Ryan Coogler Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfield and Jack O’ Connell ‘A Meaningful Period Piece’ Brothers are powerful…
“The Holdovers” (2023) – Paul Giamatti’s Touching Teachers Drama
Director: Alexander Payne Starring: Paul Giamatti, Dominic Sessa, Da’ Vine Joy Randolph …
“Dil Chahta Hai” (2001) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Friendship
Writer/Director: Farhan Akhtar Starring: Aamir Khan, Akshaye Khanna and Saif Ali Khan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Friendships are fragile relationships which…
“Wicked” (2024) – Cynthia Erivo’s Wickedly Wonderful Wizard of Oz Musical
Director: John M. Chu Starring: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey ‘A Wonderful Musical’ When it comes to the…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Himesh Patel’s Brilliant Beatles Musical Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert Pattinson’s Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Kenneth Branagh’s Brilliant Marilyn Monroe Biopic
Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by…
“Emma” (2020) – Anya Taylor-Joy’s Amazing Austen Adaptation
Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill…
“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Keira Knightley’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s…
“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Emma Thompson’s Amazing Austen Adaptation
Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have…
My Favourite Mark Wahlberg Films
Not many actors have achieved appreciation of Mark Wahlberg. Since the 1990’s, Wahlberg has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s…
“Patriots Day” (2016) – Mark Wahlberg’s Mesmerizing Terrorism Masterpiece
Director: Peter Berg Starring: J.K. Simmons, John Goodman and Mark Wahlberg ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood are…
“2 Guns” (2013) – Mark Wahlberg’s Worst Movie
Director: Baltasar Kormakur Writer: Blake Masters (based on graphic novels by Steve Grant) Starring: Denzel Washington, Mark Wahlberg, and Paula…
“The Fighter” (2010) – Mark Wahlberg’s Breathtaking Boxing Drama
Director: David O. Russell Starring: Christian Bale, Mark Wahlberg and Amy Adams ‘A Breathtaking Biopic’ When it comes to the…
“The Lovely Bones” (2009) – Mark Wahlberg’s Captivating Child Abduction Thriller
Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Stanley Tucci and Mark Wahlberg ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved…
“The Departed” (2006) – Mark Wahlberg’s Captivating Crime Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals…
“Boogie Nights” (1997) – Mark Wahlberg’s Captivating Classic About the Adult Film Industry
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore and Burt Reynolds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
My Favourite Henry Cavill Films
Not many actors have made movies that fulfill audiences like Henry Cavill. Since the 2000’s, Cavill has become a beloved…
“Enola Holmes 2” (2022) – Henry Cavill’s Superb Sherlock Sequel
Director: Harry Bradbeer Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Louise Partridge …
“Enola Holmes” (2020) – Henry Cavill’s Powerful Period Piece
Director: Harry Bradbeer Writer: Jack Thorne (based on book by Nancy Springer) Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Sam…
“Mission: Impossible – Fallout” (2018) – Henry Cavill’s Best Mission
Writer/Director: Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Tom Cruise, Henry Cavill and Rebecca Ferguson ‘A Mission Accomplished’ When it comes to the most…
“The Man From U.N.C.L.E.” (2015) – Henry Cavill’s Bland Espionage Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Guy Ritchie Co-writer: Lionel Wigram (based on TV show) Starring: Henry Cavill, Armie Hammer and Alicia Vikander ‘A Time-Pass…
“Man of Steel” (2013) – Henry Cavill’s Soaring Superman Reboot
Director: Zack Snyder Writer: David S. Goyer (based on story by Christopher Nolan) Starring: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams and Michael…
“My Name is Khan” (2010) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Terrorism
Writer/Director: Karan Johar Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Jimmy Shergil ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers in Bollywood are as…
“Wicked: For Good” (2025) – Jonathan Bailey’s Wickedly Wonderful Wizard of Oz Musical
Director: John M. Chu Starring: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jeff Goldblum ‘A Mesmerizing Musical’ When it comes to the…
“Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” (2023) – Harrison Ford’s Fantastic Indiana Jones Farewell
Writer/Director: James Mangold Starring: Harrison Ford, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Mads Mikkelsen …
“American Fiction” (2023) – Jeffrey Wright’s Spectacular Satire About Writers
Writer/Director: Cord Jefferson Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown …
“Rebecca” (2020) – Armie Hammer’s Cursed Hitchcock Remake
Director: Ben Wheatley Writers: Jane Goldman, Joe Shrapnel and Anna Waterhouse Starring: Lily James, Armie Hammer and Kristin Scott Thomas…
“The Devil All the Time” (2020) – Robert Pattinson’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Writer/Director: Antonio Campos Co-writer: Paulo Campos (based on book by Donald Ray Pollock) Starring: Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson and Jason…
“This is the End” (2013) – James Franco’s Captivating Doomsday Comedy
Writer/Directors: Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogen Starring: Seth Rogen, Jay Baruchel, James Franco and Jonah Hill ‘Captivating Comedy’ Hollywood is…
“The Lone Ranger” (2013) – Johnny Depp’s Worst Movie
Director: Gore Verbinski Writers: Justin Haythe, Ted Elliot and Terry Rossio Starring: Johnny Depp, Armie Hammer and William Fichtner ‘Mindless…
“Zodiac” (2007) – Jake Gyllenhaal’s Spectacular Serial Killer Classic
Writer/Director: David Fincher Starring: Brian Cox, Jake Gyllenhaal and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Enchanted” (2007) – James Marsden’s Magnificent Musical Masterpiece
Director: Kevin Lima Starring: James Marsden, Amy Adams and Patrick Dempsey ‘A Marvellous Musical’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou” (2004) – Cate Blanchett’s Masterpiece About Aquatic Captains
Writer/Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Cate Blanchett, Bill Murray and Willem Dafoe ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses have managed to…
“The Pianist” (2002) – Roman Polanski’s Haunting Holocaust Masterpiece
Director: Roman Polanski Starring: Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann and Frank Finlay ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ The Holocaust is a sensitive subject…
“Requiem for a Dream” (2000) – Jared Leto’s Dazzling Drug Addiction Drama
Writer/Director: Darren Aronofsky Starring: Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly and Ellen Burstyn ‘A Devastating Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood that achieved…
“A Room With a View” (1985) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Remarkable Period Piece
Director: James Ivory Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Daniel Day-Lewis and Maggie Smith ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ Not many actresses in…
“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” (1975) – Jack Nicholson’s Captivating Mental Health Classic
Director: Milos Forman Starring: Jack Nicholson, Louise Fletcher, Danny DeVito ‘Outstanding Masterpiece’ Not many films have stunned me over the…
“Bohemian Rhapsody” (2018) – Bryan Singer’s Breathtaking Biopic About Freddie Mercury
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton and Gwilym Lee ‘A Breathtaking Biopic’ Few musicians in Rock and Roll…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Danny Boyle’s Brilliant Beatles Music Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“Maestro” (2023) – Bradley Cooper’s Brilliant Biopic About a Legendary Maestro
Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Matt Bomer …
“Inside Llewyn Davis” (2013) – The Coen Brothers’ Meaningful Musical Masterpiece
Directors: The Coen Brothers Starring: Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan and Justin Timberlake ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Elvis” (2022) – Baz Luhrmann’s Breathtaking Biopic About Elvis Presley
Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Tom Hanks, Austin Butler and Kevin Harrison Jr. ‘A Breathtaking Biopic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Rocketman” (2019) – Dexter Fletcher’s Brilliant Elton John Biopic
Director: Dexter Fletcher Starring: Taron Egerton, Bryce Dallas Howard and Jamie Bell ‘A Marvellous Musical Biopic’ Not many actresses in…
“Sound of Metal” (2020) – Darius Marder’s Dazzling Drama About Deaf Musicians
Writer/Director: Darius Marder Co-writer: Abraham Marder Starring: Riz Ahmed, Olivia Cooke and Paul Raci ‘Powerful Disability Drama’ Hearing impairment is…
“A Star is Born” (2018) – Bradley Cooper’s Magnificent Musical About Shallow Singers
Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga and Sam Elliot ‘A Magnificent Musical Masterpiece’ Few musicians with charisma are…
“La La Land” (2016) – Damien Chazelle’s Mesmerizing Musical About L.A. Singers
Writer/Director: Damien Chazelle Starring: Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone and J.K. Simmons ‘A Musical Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review, I…
“Walk the Line” (2005) – My Favourite Film About Singers
Writer/Director: James Mangold Starring: Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon ‘A Captivating Classic Few musicians have built a legacy as strong…
The Best Films Made About Singers Ranked
Not many figures attract audiences to theatres like singers. Since the 1970’s, the musical genre has produced memorable movies. Whether…
“The Banker” (2020) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Powerful Period Piece
Director: George Nolfi Starring: Anthony Mackie, Samuel L. Jackson and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” (2019) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Satisfying Star Wars Finale
Writer/Director: J.J. Abrams Co-writer: Chris Terrio Starring: Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver and John Boyega ‘A Satisfactory Finale’ When it comes…
“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Fantastic Avengers Farewell
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth…
“Avengers: Infinity War” (2018) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Amazing Avengers Sequel
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland…
“Kong: Skull Island” (2017) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Dazzling Disaster Blockbuster
Director: Jordan Vogt-Roberts Starring: Shea Whigham, Tom Hiddleston and Brie Larson ‘A Captivating Blockbuster’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Awe-Inspiring Avengers Sequel
Director: Joss Whedon Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Samuel L. Jackson ‘A Spectacular Sequel Not many actors in…
“Captain America: The Winter Soldier” (2014) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Spectacular Sequel
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely and Ed Brubaker Starring: Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Samuel…
“Django Unchained” (2012) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Spectacular Slavery Western
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Bloody Great Time’ You don’t always see long movies…
“The Avengers” (2012) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Amazing Avengers Introduction
Writer/Director: Joss Whedon Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Mark Ruffalo ‘Marvel-ous Entertainment’ “The Avengers” is written and directed…
“Thor” (2011) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Captivating Comic-Book Classic
Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston and Clark Gregg ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Captain America: The First Avenger” (2011) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Captivating Captain America Introduction
Director: Joe Johnston Starring: Chris Evans, Hayley Atwell and Hugo Weaving ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actresses In Hollywood…
“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Glorious Historical Satire
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several…
“Iron Man” (2008) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Incredible Iron Man Introduction
Director: Jon Favreau Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow and Jeff Bridges ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actors that…
“Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace” (1999) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Spectacular Star Wars Prequel
Writer/Director: George Lucas Starring; Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor and Natalie Portman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Out of Sight” (1998) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Captivating Crime Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Ving Rhames, George Clooney and Jennifer Lopez ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Not many filmmakers in Hollywood…
“Jackie Brown” (1997) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Captivating Con-Artist Classic
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Robert De Niro, Michael Keaton and Bridget Fonda ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“A Time to Kill” (1996) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Captivating Courtroom Classic
Director: Joel Schumacher Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Matthew McConaughey and Sandra Bullock ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Pulp Fiction” (1994) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Powerful Pulp Crime Classic
WARNING: Significant Spoilers in review Written and directed by Quentin Tarantino Also written by Roger Avary Starring Samuel L. Jackson, John…
“True Romance” (1993) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Captivating Classic About Drug Addicts
Director: Tony Scott Starring: Gary Oldman, Christian Slater and Val Kilmer ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“Jurassic Park” (1993) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Dazzling Dinosaur Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Richard Attenborough ‘A Dazzling Dinosaur Classic’ Dinosaurs are terrifying creatures which…
“Goodfellas” (1990) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Magnificent Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci ‘Mobster Masterpiece’ Few figures fascinate filmmakers as much as…
“Do the Right Thing” (1989) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Bold Masterpiece About Racist Neighbourhoods
Writer/Director: Spike Lee Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Spike Lee and Turturro ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have achieved praise…
Samuel L. Jackson’s Best Films Ranked
Few actors in Hollywood have earned appreciation of Samuel L. Jackson. Ever since the 1990’s, Jackson has become an icon.…
My Favourite Martin Sheen Films
Not many actors have made movies that demand to be seen like Martin Sheen. Since the 1970’s, Sheen has become…
“Judas and the Black Messiah” (2021) – Martin Sheen’s Breathtaking Historical Biopic
Writer/Director: Shaka King Co-writer: Will Berson Starring: Daniel Kaluuya, LaKeith Stanfield and Jesse Plemons ‘Breathtaking Historical Biopic’ Racism has always…
“Selma” (2014) – Martin Sheen’s Brilliant MLK Biopic
Director: Ava DuVernay Starring: David Oyelowo, Tom Wilkinson and LaKeith Stanfield ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors that achieved fame…
“The Amazing Spider-Man 2” (2014) – Martin Sheen’s Worst Movie
Director: Marc Webb Writers: Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci and Jeff Pinkner Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Jamie Foxx ‘A…
“The Amazing Spider-Man” (2012) – Martin Sheen’s Amazing Reboot
Director: Marc Webb Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Sally Field ‘Spectacular Reboot’ “The Amazing Spider-Man” is directed by Marc…
“The Departed” (2006) – Martin Sheen’s Crime Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals…
“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Martin Sheen’s Con-Artist Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood…
“JFK” (1991) – Martin Sheen’s Powerful Political Masterpiece
Director: Oliver Stone Starring: Gary Oldman, Kevin Costner and Tommy Lee Jones ‘A Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Gandhi” (1982) – Martin Sheen’s Brilliant Biopic About Gandhi
Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in…
“Apocalypse Now” (1979) – Martin Sheen’s Meaningful Vietnam War Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Marlon Brando, Martin Sheen and Robert Duvall ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood which…
My Favourite Leonardo DiCaprio Films
Not many actors that achieved fame years ago are as beloved as Leonardo DiCaprio. Since the 1990’s, DiCaprio has become…
“One Battle After Another” (2025) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Bold Masterpiece About Fathers
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn and Benicio Del Toro ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Fathers are inspiring figures…
“Killers of the Flower Moon” (2023) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Meaningful Aboriginal Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Lily Gladstone, Robert De Niro …
“Don’t Look Up” (2021) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Worst Movie
Written and Directed by Adam McKay Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence and Meryl Streep ‘Captivating Satire’ Inconvenient truth behind climate…
“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have…
“The Revenant” (2015) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Mesmerizing Survival Masterpiece
Director: Alejandro G. Inarritu Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy and Domnhall Gleeson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“The Wolf of Wall Street” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Wall Street Masterpiece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill and Margot Robbie ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the most…
“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Adaptation
Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires…
“Django Unchained” (2012) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Spectacular Slavery Western
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Bloody Great Time’ You don’t always see long movies…
“Inception” (2010) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Spectacular Science-fiction Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Marion Cotillard ‘Mind-bending Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood have earned recognition of…
“Shutter Island” (2010) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Meaningful Mental Health Masterpiece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Ruffalo and Sir Ben Kingsley ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood that…
“Revolutionary Road” (2008) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Marriages
Writer/Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Michael Shannon, Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Body of Lies” (2008) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Terrific Terrorism Thriller
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Russell Crowe and Mark Strong ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors that gained fame…
“The Departed” (2006) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Captivating Crime Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals…
“Blood Diamond” (2006) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Dazzling Masterpiece About Diamond Smugglers
Director: Edward Zwick Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Connelly and Djimon Hounsou ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“The Aviator” (2004) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Breathtaking Biopic About an Aviator
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Alec Baldwin, Leonardo DiCaprio and Cate Blanchett ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood are…
“Gangs of New York” (2003) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Gangster Period Piece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Daniel Day-Lewis, Cameron Diaz ‘Powerful Period Piece’ “Gangs of New York” is directed by…
“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Con-Artist Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood…
“Titanic” (1997) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Timeless Classic about a Shipwreck
Writer/Director: James Cameron Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Kathy Bates ‘A Timeless Classic’ I am breathless and out of words…
“Marvin’s Room” (1996) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Dazzling Family Drama
Director: Jerry Saks Starring: Meryl Streep, Diane Keaton and Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have built a…
“Romeo + Juliet” (1996) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Spectacular Shakespeare Adaptation
Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Claire Danes and Paul Rudd ‘A Spectacular Adaptation’ Not many actors that gained fame…
“The Quick and the Dead” (1995) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Wonderful Western Masterpiece
Director: Sam Raimi Starring: Russell Crowe, Sharon Stone and Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors which achieved fame…
“What’s Eating Gilbert Grape” (1993) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Moving Masterpiece About Brothers
Director: Lasse Hallstrom Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Johnny Depp and Juliette Lewis ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood which…
“This Boy’s Life” (1993) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Beautiful Masterpiece About Broken Families
Director: Michael Caton-Jones Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro and Ellen Barkin ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors that achieved…
My Favourite Daniel Craig Films
Not many actors in Hollywood are as celebrated as Daniel Craig. Since the 1990’s, Craig has become a British icon.…
“Queer” (2024) – Daniel Craig’s Powerful Period Piece About Queer Lovers
Writer/Director: Luca Guadagnino Starring: Daniel Craig, Drew Starkey and Jason Schwartzman ‘A Marvellous Period Piece’ Gay people are rarely depicted…
“Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” (2022) – Daniel Craig’s Mesmerizing Murder Mystery Sequel
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Janelle Monae, Edward Norton …
“No Time to Die” (2021) – Daniel Craig’s Fantastic Feminist Bond Farewell
Writer/Director: Cary Fukunaga Starring: Daniel Craig, Lashana Lynch and Rami Malek ‘Satisfying Swansong’ Brawny beauties are seldom rewarded licenses to…
“Knives Out” (2019) – Daniel Craig’s Magnificent Murder Mystery Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a…
“Logan Lucky” (2017) – Daniel Craig’s Captivating Crime Comedy
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Channing Tatum, Adam Driver and Sebastian Stan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015) – Daniel Craig’s Soaring Star Wars Reboot
Writer/Director: J.J. Abrams Co-writers: Lawrence Kasdan and Michael Arndt Starring: Daisy Ridley, John Boyega and Harrison Ford ‘A Dream Come…
“Spectre” (2015) – Daniel Craig’s Most Underrated Bond Movie
Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Daniel Craig, Lea Seydoux and Christoph Waltz ‘A Superb Sequel’ Not many actresses have made movies…
“Skyfall” (2012) – Daniel Craig’s Brilliant Bond Sequel
Director: Sam Mendes Writers: Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, and John Logan Starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes ‘Brilliant Bond…
“The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” (2011) – Daniel Craig’s Mesmerizing Mystery Masterpiece
Director: David Fincher Starring: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara and Christopher Plummer ‘A Marvellous Mystery’ Few actresses in Hollywood attract audiences…
“The Adventures of Tintin” (2011) – Daniel Craig’s Awe-Inspiring Animated Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Andy Serkis, Daniel Craig and Simon Pegg ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made movies…
“Casino Royale” (2006) – Daniel Craig’s Magnificent James Bond Masterpiece
Director: Martin Campbell Starring: Daniel Craig, Eva Green and Mads Mikkelsen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few characters in cinematic history have…
“Munich” (2005) – Daniel Craig’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Terrorism
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Daniel Craig, Eric Bana and Ciaran Hinds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many directors in Hollywood have…
“Layer Cake” (2004) – Daniel Craig’s Dazzling Drug Addiction Masterpiece
Director: Matthew Vaughn Starring: Daniel Craig, Sienna Miller and Michael Gambon ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Road to Perdition” (2002) – Daniel Craig’s Gritty Gangster Masterpiece
Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Stanley Tucci, Tom Hanks and Jude Law ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Elizabeth” (1998) – Daniel Craig’s Magnificent Historical Masterpiece
Director: Shekhar Kapur Starring: Cate Blanchett, Joseph Fiennes and Daniel Craig ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actresses have managed to…
My Favourite Casey Affleck Films
Not many actors in Hollywood are as beloved as Casey Affleck. Since the 1990’s, Affleck has become a strong icon.…
“Oppenheimer” (2023) – Casey Affleck’s Outstanding Oscar-Winner
Writer/Director: Christopher NolanStarring: Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr., Emily Blunt …
“Our Friend” (2019) – Casey Affleck’s Heartbreaking Masterpiece About Terminal Illness
Director: Gabriela Cowperthwaite Starring: Casey Affleck, Dakota Johnson and Jason Segel ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Manchester by the Sea” (2016) – Casey Affleck’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Grief
Writer/Director: Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams and Lucas Hedges ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s easier said than done to…
“Interstellar” (2014) – Casey Affleck’s Spectacular Space Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few directors in Hollywood have achieved…
“ParaNorman” (2012) – Casey Affleck’s Captivating Animated Classic About Cursed Children
Director: Chris Butler and Sam Fell Starring: Kodi Smit-McPhee, Anna Kendrick, Casey Affleck ‘Astonishing Animated Achievement’ “ParaNorman” is directed by…
“Gone Baby Gone” (2007) – Casey Affleck’s Captivating Child Abduction Thriller
Writer/Director: Ben Affleck Starring: Casey Affleck, Michelle Monaghan and Morgan Freeman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood are as…
“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Casey Affleck’s Captivating Casino Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Good Will Hunting” (1997) – Casey Affleck’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic
Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Robin Williams ‘A Timeless Classic’ Teachers are powerful figures that shape…
My Favourite Nicholas Hoult Films
Not many actors in Hollywood have earned recognition of Nicholas Hoult. Since the 2000’s, Hoult has become an icon. Whether…
“Juror #2” (2024) – Nicholas Hoult’s Captivating Courtroom Drama
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Nicholas Hoult, J.K. Simmons and Toni Collette ‘A Captivating Courtroom Classic’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood are…
“The Favourite” (2018) – Nicholas Hoult’s Fantastic Feminist Period Piece
Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Starring: Rachel Weisz, Olivia Colman and Emma Stone ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“The Menu” (2022) – Nicholas Hoult’s Captivating Cooking Satire
Director: Mark Mylod Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Satire’ Not many actors in Hollywood are…
“Deadpool 2” (2018) – Nicholas Hoult’s Superb Deadpool Sequel
Director: David Leitch Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Josh Brolin and Morena Baccarin ‘A Spectacular Sequel’ When it comes to the most…
“Mad Max: Fury Road” (2015) – Nicholas Hoult’s Magnificent Mad Max Reboot
Writer/Director: George Miller Co-writers: Brendan McCarthy and Nick Lathouris Starring: Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron and Nicholas Hoult ‘Madly Entertaining’ Is…
“X-Men: Days of Future Past” (2014) – Nicholas Hoult’s Excellent X-Men Sequel
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Lawrence and James McAvoy ‘Extraordinary Entertainment’ Few characters in comic-book history are as…
“Jack the Giant Slayer” (2013) – Nicholas Hoult’s Worst Movie
Director: Bryan Singer Writers: Darren Lemke and Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Nicholas Hoult, Stanley Tucci and Ewan McGregor ‘A Giant Disappointment’…
“Warm Bodies” (2013) – Nicholas Hoult’s Warm Zombie Romantic Comedy
Writer/Director: Jonathan Levine Based on novel by Isaac Marion Starring: Nicholas Hoult, Teresa Palmer, and John Malkovich ‘Captivating Zombie Comedy’…
“Wicked: For Good” (2025) – Cynthia Erivo’s Wickedly Wonderful Musical
Director: John M. Chu Starring: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jeff Goldblum ‘A Mesmerizing Musical’ When it comes to the…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Danny Boyle’s Breathtaking Beatles Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert Eggers’ Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
My Favourite Films About Revenge
Not many genres have earned the appreciation of revenge. Since the 1980’s, movies about vengeance have gained a huge audience.…
“Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” (2024) – George Miller’s Fantastic Feminist Mad Max Prequel
Writer/Director: George Miller Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Burke …
“Gone Girl” (2014) – Ben Affleck’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Vengeful Marriages
Director: David Fincher Starring: Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike and Neil Patrick Harris ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood are…
“Promising Young Woman” (2020) – Emerald Fennell’s Spectacular Revenge Satire
Writer/Director: Emerald Fennell Starring: Carey Mulligan, Bo Burnham and Alison Brie ‘Riveting Revenge Thriller’ Sexual assault is a sensitive subject…
“The Talented Mr. Ripley” (1999) – Anthony Minghella’s Captivating Classic About Vengeful Con-Artists
Writer/Director: Anthony Minghella Starring: Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood that…
“V For Vendetta” (2005) – James McTeigue’s Captivating Comic-Book Classic About Revenge
Director: James McTeigue Starring: Hugo Weaving, Natalie Portman and John Hurt ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have woven a…
“Unforgiven” (1992) – Clint Eastwood’s Unforgettable Western About Revenge
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring; Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman and Morgan Freeman ‘A Wonderful Western’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood are as…
“The Revenant” (2015) – Alejandro Gonzalez Innaritu’s Mesmerizing Revenge Masterpiece
Director: Alejandro G. Inarritu Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy and Domnhall Gleeson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Quentin Tarantino’s Glorious Historical Satire
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several…
“Django Unchained” (2012) – Quentin Tarantino’s Spectacular Western About Vengeful Slaves
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Bloody Great Time’ You don’t always see long movies…
“Gladiator” (2000) – My Favourite Revenge Film
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Neilsen ‘Mesmerizing Medieval Epic’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood have got a…
My Favourite Robert De Niro Films
Not many actors that achieved fame years ago are as beloved as Robert de Niro. Since the 1970’s, De Niro…
“Killers of the Flower Moon” (2023) – Robert De Niro’s Meaningful Aboriginal Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Lily Gladstone, Robert De Niro …
“Joker” (2019) – Robert De Niro’s Comic-Book Classic
Writer/Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro and Zazie Beetz ‘A Magnificent Comic-Book Masterpiece’ Few characters in comic-book…
“The Irishman” (2019) – Robert De Niro’s Great Gangster Masterpiece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“Joy” (2015) – Robert De Niro’s Brilliant Business Biopic
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Starring; Robert De Niro, Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved…
“American Hustle” (2013) – Robert De Niro’s Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Co-writer: Eric Warren Singer Starring: Christian Bale, Amy Adams and Bradley Cooper ‘Powerful Period Piece’ In…
“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – Robert De Niro’s Meaningful Mental Health Masterpiece
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s…
“Limitless” (2011) – Robert De Niro’s Dazzling Drug Addict Drama
Director: Neil Burger Starring: Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro and Abbie Cornish ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Analyze This” (1999) – Robert De Niro’s Comedy Classic
Writer/Director: Harold Ramis Co-writer: Peter Tolan and Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Billy Crystal, Robert De Niro, and Lisa Kudrow ‘Captivating Comedy’…
“Jackie Brown” (1997) – Robert De Niro’s Crime Classic
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Robert De Niro, Michael Keaton and Bridget Fonda ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“Sleepers” (1996) – Robert De Niro’s Courtroom Classic
Writer/Director: Barry Levinson Starring: Brad Pitt, Dustin Hoffman and Robert De Niro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Marvin’s Room” (1996) – Robert De Niro’s Moving Masterpiece About Marriages
Director: Jerry Saks Starring: Meryl Streep, Diane Keaton and Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have built a…
“Heat” (1995) – Robert De Niro’s Heist Classic
Writer/Director: Michael Mann Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Val Kilmer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“Casino” (1995) – Robert De Niro’s Casino Classic
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci and Sharon Stone ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“This Boy’s Life” (1993) – Robert De Niro’s Fantastic Family Drama
Director: Michael Caton-Jones Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro and Ellen Barkin ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors that achieved…
“Cape Fear” (1991) – Robert De Niro’s Serial Killer Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Nick Nolte and Jessica Lange ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Few actors that achieved fame…
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