Director: Rajkumar Hirani Starring: Aamir Khan, Madhavan and Sharman Joshi ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever felt intense pressure to…
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“Ghajini” (2008) – Aamir Khan’s Meaningful Bollywood Masterpiece About Memory Loss
Writer/Director: A.R. Muragadoss Starring: Aamir Khan, Asin and Pradeep Rawat Few actors in Bollywood are as celebrated today as Aamir…
“Taare Zameen Par” (2007) – Aamir Khan’s Inspiring Indian Masterpiece About Intellectual Disabilities
Director: Aamir Khan Starring: Aamir Khan, Darsheel Safary and Vipin Sharma ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Few actors in Bollywood are as…
“Rang De Basanti” (2006) – Aamir Khan’s Powerful Indian Political Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra Starring: Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi and Kunal Kapoor ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Bollywood…
“Fanaa” (2006) – Aamir Khan’s Moving Bollywood Masterpiece About Terrorism
Writer/Director: Kunal Kohli Starring: Aamir Khan, Kajol and Rishi Kapoor ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Bollywood are as beloved…
“Mangal Pandey: The Rising” (2005) – Aamir Khan’s Historical Masterpiece
Director: Ketan Mehta Starring: Aamir Khan, Rani Mukerji and Kirron Kher ‘An Extraordinary Epic’ Few actors in Bollywood are as…
“Lagaan” (2001) – Aamir Khan’s Breathtaking Bollywood Cricket Classic
Writer/Director: Ashutosh Gowariker Starring: Aamir Khan, Gracy Singh and Paul Blackthorne Few actors in Bollywood are as celebrated today as…
“Dil Chahta Hai” (2001) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Friendships
Writer/Director: Farhan Akhtar Starring: Aamir Khan, Akshaye Khanna and Saif Ali Khan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Friendships are fragile relationships which…
“Sarfarosh” (1999) – Aamir Khan’s Terrific Bollywood Terrorism Classic
Writer/Director: John Matthew Matthan Starring: Aamir Khan, Naseeruddin Shah and Sonai Bendre Few actors in Bollywood are as celebrated today…
“Ghulam” (1998) – Aamir Khan’s Brilliant Bollywood Crime Classic
Director: Vikram Bhatt Starring: Aamir Khan, Rani Mukerji and Ashutosh Rana Ghulam Few actors in Bollywood are as celebrated today…
“Earth” (1998) – Aamir Khan’s Powerful Indian Partition Classic
Writer/Director: Deepa Mehta Starring: Aamir Khan, Rahul Khanna and Nandita Das ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are as…
“Raja Hindustani” (1996) – Aamir Khan’s Timeless Bollywood Classic About Taxi Drivers
Writer/Director: Dharmesh Darshan Starring: Aamir Khan, Karisma Kapoor and Farida Jalal ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are as…
“Rangeela” (1995) – Aamir Khan’s Brilliant Bollywood Classic About Stardom
Writer/Director: Ram Gopal Verma Starring: Aamir Khan, Urmila Matondkar and Jackie Shroff ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are…
“Akele Hum Akele Tum” (1995) – Aamir Khan’s Brilliant Bollywood Remake of Kramer vs. Kramer
Writer/Director: Mansoor Khan Starring: Aamir Khan, Manisha Koirala and Paresh Rawal ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are as…
“Andaz Apna Apna” (1994) – Aamir Khan’s Brilliant Bollywood Comedy Classic
Writer/Director: Rajkumar Santoshi Starring: Aamir Khan, Salman Khan and Karisma Kapoor ‘A Captivating Comedy Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are…
“Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke” (1993) – Aamir Khan’s Captivating Bollywood Classic About Orphans
Director: Mahesh Bhatt Starring: Aamir Khan, Juhi Chawla and Kunal Khemu ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are as…
“Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander” (1992) – Aamir Khan’s Breathtaking Bollywood Bicycling Classic
Director: Mansoor Khan Starring: Aamir Khan, Deepak Tijori and Ayesha Jhulka ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are as…
“Dil” (1990) – Aamir Khan’s Brilliant Bollywood Romantic Classic About Social Class
Director: Indra Kumar Starring: Aamir Khan, Madhuri Dixit and Anupam Kher ‘A Captivating Bollywood Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are…
“Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak” (1988) – Aamir Khan’s Remarkable Bollywood Romantic Classic
Director: Mansoon Khan Starring: Aamir Khan, Juhi Chawla and Dalip Tahil ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are…
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 American 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. Crime 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…
“Se7en” (1995) – Kevin Spacey’s Serial Killer Classic
Director: David Fincher Starring: Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman and Kevin Spacey ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers in the world have…
“The Usual Suspects” (1995) – Kevin Spacey’s Magnificent Mystery Classic
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne and Benicio Del Toro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Denzel Washington Films
Not many actors have earned appreciation of Denzel Washington. Since the 1990’s, Washington has become an icon. Whether it’s corrupt…
“Gladiator II” (2024) – Denzel Washington’s Disappointing Gladiator Sequel
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington and Connie Nielsen ‘A Mesmerizing Medieval Epic’ Few movies ever made about…
“The Tragedy of Macbeth” (2021) – Denzel Washington’s Spectacular Shakespeare Adaptation
Written and Directed by Joel Coen …
“Fences” (2016) – Denzel Washington’s Fantastic Family Drama
Director: Denzel Washington Starring: Denzel Washington, Viola Davis and Stephen Henderson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“2 Guns” (2013) – Denzel Washington’s Worst Movie
Director: Baltasar Kormakur Writer: Blake Masters (based on graphic novels by Steve Grant) Starring: Denzel Washington, Mark Wahlberg, and Paula…
“Flight” (2012) – Denzel Washington’s Amazing Alcoholism Drama
Director: Robert Zemeckis Writer: John Gatins Starring Denzel Washington, Bruce Greenwood, Don Cheadle ‘Astonishing Alcoholism Drama’ It’s not often that…
“American Gangster” (2007) – Denzel Washington’s Gritty Gangster Period Piece
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Ted Levine, Russell Crowe and Denzel Washington ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Inside Man” (2006) – Denzel Washington’s Captivating Heist Crime Classic
Director: Spike Lee Starring: Denzel Washington, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Jodie Foster ‘A Captivating Thriller’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Training Day” (2001) – Denzel Washington’s Captivating Cops Crime Classic
Director: Antoine Fuqua Starring: Denzel Washington, Ethan Hawke and Scott Glenn ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Few movie-stars in Hollywood have…
“Philadelphia” (1993) – Denzel Washington’s Courtroom Classic
Director: Jonathan Demme Starring: Tom Hanks, Denzel Washington and Jason Robards ‘A Captivating Classic’ Gay people are rarely depicted with…
“Crimson Tide” (1995) – Denzel Washington’s Spectacular Submarine Classic
Director: Tony Scott Starring: Denzel Washington, Gene Hackman and Viggo Mortensen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani” (2013) – Deepika Padukone’s Captivating Bollywood Romantic Classic About Trekking Trips
Writer/Director: Ayan Mukerji Starring: Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone and Aditya Roy Kapur ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Bollywood are…
“Hamnet” (2025) – Jessie Buckley’s Spectacular Oscar-Winning Shakespeare Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Chloe Zhao Starring: Paul Mescal, Jessie Buckley and Emily Watson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few authors in English literature have…
“The Reluctant Fundamentalist” (2013) – Riz Ahmed’s Terrific Terrorism Thriller
Director: Mira Nair Writer: William Wheeler (based on Mohsin Hamid’s novel) Starring: Riz Ahmed, Kate Hudson and Liev Schreiber ‘Riveting…
“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Comedy Classic
Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are…
“Gladiator” (2000) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Mesmerizing Medieval Masterpiece
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Neilsen ‘Mesmerizing Medieval Epic’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood have got a…
“Die Hard” (1988) – Alan Rickman’s Captivating Cops Crime Classic
Director: John McTiernan Starring: Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman and Bonnie Bedelia ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame years…
“Jaws” (1975) – Roy Scheider’s Jaw-Dropping Sharks Horror Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw and Richard Dreyfuss ‘A Jaw-Dropping Horror Classic’ Sharks are scary creatures that…
My Favourite Will Smith Films
Few movie-stars with a strong will are as celebrated as Will Smith. Following the 1990’s, Smith became an icon. Whether it’s…
“King Richard” (2022) – Will Smith’s Spectacular Serena Williams Biopic
Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green Starring Will Smith, Aunjanue Ellis and Sanniya Sidney ‘Serene-a Biopic’ Gen-Cassius patriarchs whose philosophies catapulted…
“Suicide Squad” (2016) – Will Smith’s Worst Movie
Writer/Director: David Ayer Starring: Will Smith, Margot Robbie and Jared Leto ‘A Suicidal Disaster’ Have you ever been let down…
“Independence Day” (1996) – Will Smith’s Dazzling Disaster Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Roland Emmerich Starring: Will Smith, Bill Pullman and Jeff Goldblum ‘A Breathtaking Blockbuster’ Few movie-stars with a strong will…
“The Pursuit of Happiness” (2006) – Will Smith’s Fantastic Masterpiece About Fatherhood
Director: Gabriele Muccino Starring: Will Smith, Jaden Smith and Thandiwe Newton ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Fathers are inspirational figures which ensure…
My Favourite Jack Nicholson Films
Not many actors in Hollywood have earned recognition of Jack Nicholson. Following recognition during the 1970’s, Nicholson has become an…
“The Departed” (2006) – Jack Nicholson’s Crime Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals…
“As Good as it Gets” (1997) – Jack Nicholson’s Captivating OCD Classic
Director: James L. Brooks Starring: Jack Nicholson, Helen Hunt and Greg Kinnear ‘A Captivating Classic’ OCD is a debilitating disease…
“A Few Good Men” (1992) – Jack Nicholson’s Courtroom Classic
Director: Rob Reiner Starring: Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson and Demi Moore ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood whose…
“Batman” (1989) – Jack Nicholson’s Comic-Book Classic
Director: Tim Burton Starring: Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson, Kim Basinger ‘Breathtaking Blockbuster’ When it comes to the world’s greatest superheroes…
“The Shining” (1980) – Jack Nicholson’s Shining Horror Classic
Writer/Director: Stanley Kubrick Starring: Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall and Danny Lloyd ‘A Shining Horror Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review,…
“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…
My Favourite Al Pacino Films
Few actors in Hollywood that achieved fame several years ago are as beloved as Al Pacino. Ever since his rise…
“House of Gucci” (2021) – Al Pacino’s Fantastic Gucci Fashion Biopic
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Lady Gaga, Adam Driver and Al Pacino ‘Giorgio-eus Biopic Versace fashion-designer families Scarfaced by Goodfellas criminal…
“The Irishman” (2019) – Al Pacino’s Great Masterpiece About Guilty Gangsters
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Al Pacino’s Powerful L.A. Period Piece
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have…
“The Insider” (1999) – Al Pacino’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Brave Whistleblowers
Director: Michael Mann Starring: Russell Crowe, Al Pacino and Christopher Plummer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood which…
“Heat” (1995) – Al Pacino’s Captivating Heist Classic
Writer/Director: Michael Mann Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Val Kilmer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“Carlito’s Way” (1993) – Al Pacino’s Crime Classic
Director: Brian de Palma Starring: Al Pacino, Viggo Mortensen and Sean Penn ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors which achieved…
“Scent of a Woman” (1992) – Al Pacino’s Dazzling Disability Classic
Director: Martin Brest Starring: Al Pacino, Chris O’Donnell and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Powerful Pacino Classic’ Blind people are rarely…
“The Godfather: Part II” (1974) – Al Pacino’s Mesmerizing Mobster Sequel
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Al Pacino, Robert De Niro and Robert Duvall ‘A Mesmerizing Sequel’ Not many actors in…
“The Godfather” (1976) – Al Pacino’s Magnificent Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan ‘A Mobster Masterpiece’ Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘The Godfather’ is…
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 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 Industry
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore and Burt Reynolds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Basketball Diaries” (1995) – Mark Wahlberg’s Dazzling Drug Addiction Drama
Director: Scott Kalvert Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Wahlberg and Lorraine Bracco ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors that gained fame…
My Favourite Ray Liotta Films
Not many actors had the charisma of Ray Liotta. Since the 1980’s, Liotta became a legendary icon. Whether it’s cruel…
“Marriage Story” (2019) – Ray Liotta’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Broken Marriages
Writer/Director: Noah Baumbach Starring: Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson and Laura Dern ‘Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ It is always hard to move on…
“The Place Beyond the Pines” (2013) – Ray Liotta’s Great Masterpiece About Fatherhood
Writer/Director: Derek Cianfrance Co-writers: Ben Coccio and Darius Marder Starring: Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes and Bradley Cooper ‘A Multi-Generational Masterpiece’…
“Goodfellas” (1990) – Ray Liotta’s Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci ‘Mobster Masterpiece’ Few figures fascinate filmmakers as much as…
“Field of Dreams” (1989) – Ray Liotta’s Captivating Baseball Classic
Writer/Director: Phil Alden Robinson Starring: Kevin Costner, Ray Liotta and James Earl Jones ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood…
“Barfi!” (2012) – Ranbir Kapoor’s Brilliant Bollywood Masterpiece About Disabilities
Written and directed by Anurag Basu Also written by Sanjeev Dutta Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Ileana, and Saurabh Shukla…
“Sinners” (2025) – Michael B. Jordan’s Meaningful Oscar-Winning Masterpiece About Brothers
Writer/Director: Ryan Coogler Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfield and Jack O’ Connell ‘A Meaningful Period Piece’ Brothers are powerful…
“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Captivating Comedy Classic
Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are…
“Chicago” (2003) – Richard Gere’s Brilliant Broadway Musical
Directed by Rob Marshall Starring: Catherine Zeta-Jones, Richard Gere, Renee Zellweger ‘Mesmerizing Musical’ “Chicago” is directed by Rob Marshall. Its…
“Spider-Man” (2002) – Willem Dafoe’s Comic-Book Classic
Director: Sam Raimi Starring: Tobey Maguire, James Franco and Willem Dafoe ‘A Comic-Book Classic’ Few superheroes whose great powers come…
“Blade Runner” (1982) – Harrison Ford’s Captivating Sci-fi Classic
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Harrison Ford, Rutget Hauer and Sean Young ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood are…
“Jaws” (1975) – Roy Scheider’s Jaw-Dropping Sharks Horror Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw and Richard Dreyfuss ‘A Jaw-Dropping Horror Classic’ Sharks are scary creatures that…
“American Beauty” (1999) – Sam Mendes’ Beautiful Classic About Broken American Families
Writer/Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening and Wes Bentley ‘A Beautiful Masterpiece’ Few celebrities in Hollywood have faced…
“The Farewell” (2019) – Lulu Wang’s Fantastic Drama About Broken Families in China
Writer/Director: Lulu Wang Starring: Awkwafina, Tzi Ma and Diana Lin ‘Fantastic Family Drama’ It is always hard to come to…
“Hereditary” (2018) – Ari Aster’s Haunting Horror Drama About Family Trauma
Writer/Director: Ari Aster Starring: Toni Collette, Milly Shapiro and Gabriel Byrne ‘A Terrifying Thriller’ Before I begin this review, I…
“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – David O. Russell’s Moving Bipolar Masterpiece
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s…
“What’s Eating Gilbert Grape” (1993) – Lasse Hallstrom’s Moving Masterpiece About Estranged Brothers
Director: Lasse Hallstrom Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Johnny Depp and Juliette Lewis ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood which…
“Boyhood” (2014) – Richard Linklater’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Aging Families
Writer/Director: Richard Linklater Starring: Ellar Coltrane, Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ About halfway through Richard Linklater’s “Boyhood”,…
“Kramer vs. Kramer” (1979) – Robert Benton’s Dazzling Divorce Classic
Writer/Director: Robert Benton Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Meryl Streep and Justin Henry ‘A Timeless Classic’ Divorce is a devastating process causing…
“Knives Out” (2019) – Rian Johnson’s Magnificent Murder Mystery About Wealthy Families
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a…
“Manchester by the Sea” (2016) – Kenneth Lonergan’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Grief-Stricken Families
Writer/Director: Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams and Lucas Hedges ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s easier said than done to…
“Ordinary People” (1980) – My Favourite Film About Broken Families
Director: Robert Redford Starring: Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, Timothy Hutton ‘Extraordinary Family Drama’ “Ordinary People” is directed by Robert…
The Best Films About Broken Families Ranked
Not many characters make movies that are as engaging as dysfunctional families. Broken families often make for memorable movies. Whether…
“F1: The Movie” (2025) – Brad Pitt’s Fantastic Formula 1 Racing Blockbuster
Director: Joseph Kosinski Starring: Brad Pitt, Damson Idris and Kerry Condon ‘A Captivating Blockbuster’ Formula 1 is a world-famous racing…
“Bullet Train” (2022) – Brad Pitt’s Captivating Trains Action Comedy
Director: David Leitch Starring: Brad Pitt, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Brian Tyree Henry ‘A Captivating Action Classic’ Not many actors in…
“Babylon” (2022) – Brad Pitt’s Dazzling Drugs Period Piece
Writer/Director: Damien Chazelle Starring: Diego Calva, Margot Robbie, Brad Pitt …
“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Brad Pitt’s Powerful Period Piece About L.A.
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have…
“Ad Astra” (2019) – Brad Pitt’s Brilliant Science-fiction Blockbuster About Space Survival
Writer/Director: James Gray Starring: Brad Pitt, Tommy Lee Jones and Donald Sutherland ‘A Beautiful Period Piece’ Not many actors in…
“Deadpool 2” (2018) – Brad Pitt’s Spectacular Deadpool Sequel
Director: David Leitch Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Josh Brolin and Morena Baccarin ‘A Spectacular Sequel’ When it comes to the most…
“The Big Short” (2015) – Brad Pitt’s Fantastic Financial Crisis Drama
Writer/Director: Adam McKay Starring: Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling and Brad Pitt ‘A Captivating Satire’ Not many actors make movies that…
“12 Years a Slave” (2013) – Brad Pitt’s Spectacular Slavery Masterpiece
Director: Steve McQueen Writer: John Ridley (based on true story of Solomon Northup) Starring: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Paul Dano…
“World War Z” (2013) – Brad Pitt’s Boring Zombie Blockbuster
Director: Marc Forster Writers: Drew Goddard, Matthew Carnahan and Damon Lindelof Starring: Brad Pitt, Mireille Enos and Fana Mokoena ‘Bland…
“The Counselor” (2013) – Brad Pitt’s Worst Movie
Director: Ridley Scott Writer: Cormac McCarthy Starring: Michael Fassbender, Javier Bardem and Cameron Diaz ‘Waste of Talent’ Glamorous style overrides…
“The Tree of Life” (2011) – Brad Pitt’s Fantastic Family Drama
Writer/Director: Terrence Malick Starring: Brad Pitt, Sean Penn and Jessica Chastain ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Moneyball” (2011) – Brad Pitt’s Captivating Baseball Classic
Director: Bennett Miller Starring: Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill and Phillip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have made…
“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Brad Pitt’s Glorious WWII Historical Satire
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several…
“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” (2008) – Brad Pitt’s Great Romantic Masterpiece
Director: David Fincher Starring: Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have managed to…
“Burn After Reading” (2008) – Brad Pitt’s Spectacular Satire
Writer/Directors: The Coen Brothers Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Satire’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford” (2007) – Brad Pitt’s Wonderful Western
Director: Andrew Dominik Starring: Brad Pitt, Casey Affleck and Jeremy Renner ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Mr. & Mrs. Smith” (2005) – Brad Pitt’s Spectacular Spies Action Comedy
Director: Doug Liman Starring: Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie and Vince Vaughn ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Troy” (2004) – Brad Pitt’s Mesmerizing Medieval Epic
Director: Wolfgang Petersen Starring: Brad Pitt, Sean Bean and Eric Bana ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many stars have made films…
“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Brad Pitt’s Casino Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Snatch” (2000) – Brad Pitt’s Mesmerizing Crime Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Guy Ritchie Starring: Brad Pitt, Stephen Graham and Benicio Del Toro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Fight Club” (1999) – Brad Pitt’s Captivating Cult Classic
Director: David Fincher Written by Jim Uhls (based off screenplay by Chuck Palahniuk) Starring Edward Norton, Brad Pitt and Helena…
“Being John Malkovich” (1999) – Brad Pitt’s Spectacular Satire About Famous Actors
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: John Cusack, Catherine Keener and John Malkovich ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Sleepers” (1996) – Brad Pitt’s Courtroom Classic
Writer/Director: Barry Levinson Starring: Brad Pitt, Dustin Hoffman and Robert De Niro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Se7en” (1995) – Brad Pitt’s Serial Killer Classic
Director: David Fincher Starring: Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman and Kevin Spacey ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers in the world have…
“12 Monkeys” (1995) – Brad Pitt’s Spectacular Sci-fi Classic
Director: Terry Gilliam Starring: Brad Pitt, Bruce Willis and Christopher Plummer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Interview With the Vampire” (1994) – Brad Pitt’s Captivating Vampire Classic
Director: Neil Jordan Starring: Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt and Kirsten Dunst ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made films…
“Legends of the Fall” (1994) – Brad Pitt’s Powerful Historical Period Piece
Director: Edward Zwick Starring: Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins and Aidan Quinn ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“True Romance” (1993) – Brad Pitt’s Crime Classic
Director: Tony Scott Starring: Gary Oldman, Christian Slater and Val Kilmer ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“A River Runs Through it” (1992) – Brad Pitt’s Fantastic Fishing Period Piece
Director: Robert Redford Starring: Brad Pitt, Craig Sheffer and Tom Skerritt ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Thelma & Louise” (1991) – Brad Pitt’s Fantastic Masterpiece About Female Friendship
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Brad Pitt, Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
Brad Pitt’s Best Films Ranked
Few actors in Hollywood have lit a bright spark into movies like Brad Pitt. Following his stardom during the 1990’s,…
My Favourite Films About Therapy
Not many genres have built a legacy as strong as therapy. Since the 1980’s, stories of therapists have made for…
My Favourite Films About Fathers
Not many figures attract audiences to theatres like fathers. Since the 1970’s, fathers have appeared in unforgettable movies. Whether it’s…
My Favourite Stellan Skarsgard Films
Not many actors have earned the appreciation of Stellan Skarsgard. Since the 1990’s, Skarsgard has become a beloved icon. Whether…
“Sentimental Value” (2025) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Moving Oscar-Winning Masterpiece About Sentimental Fathers
Writer/Director: Joachim Trier Starring: Stellan Skarsgard, Renate Reinsve and Elle Fanning ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Fathers are strong caregivers that ensure…
“Dune: Part Two” (2024) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Spectacular Dune Sci-fi Sequel
Writer/Director: Denis Villeneuve Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson …
“Thor: Love and Thunder” (2022) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Satisfying Thor Comic-Book Sequel
Writer/Director: Taika Waititi Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman and Christian Bale ‘Thor-oughly Entertaining’ Wonder-Woman beauties rarely wield hammers belong bo-Thor-some…
“Dune” (2021) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Spectacular Sci-fi Epic
Written and Directed by Denis Villeneuve Co-written by Jon Spaihts and Eric Roth Starring Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson and Oscar…
“Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again” (2018) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Breathtaking Broadway Musical Sequel
Writer/Director: Ol Parker Starring: Pierce Brosnan, Mery Streep and Stellan Skarsgard Not many actors in Hollywood have achieved appreciation of…
“Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Spectacular Avengers Sequel
Director: Joss Whedon Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Samuel L. Jackson ‘A Spectacular Sequel Not many actors in…
“Cinderella” (2015) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Captivating Cinderella Remake
Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Lily James, Derek Jacobi and Cate Blanchett ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Avengers” (2012) – Stellan Skarsgard’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…
“The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” (2011) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Beautiful Mystery Book Adaptation
Director: David Fincher Starring: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara and Christopher Plummer ‘A Marvellous Mystery’ Few actresses in Hollywood attract audiences…
“Thor” (2011) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Comic-Book Classic
Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston and Clark Gregg ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Mamma Mia!” (2008) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Mesmerizing Broadway Musical
Director: Phyllida Lloyd Starring: Stellan Skarsgard, Meryl Streep and Colin Firth ‘A Magnificent Musical’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest” (2006) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Spectacular Pirates Sequel
Director: Gore Verbinski Starring: Tom Hollander, Johnny Depp and Kiera Knightley ‘A Captivating Adventure Classic’ Not many actors in British…
“Dogville” (2003) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Mystery Masterpiece
Director: Lars Von Trier Starring: Stellan Skarshard, Nicole Kidman and Paul Bettany ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Ronin” (1998) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Crime Classic
Director: John Frankenheimer Starring: Robert De Niro, Jean Reno and Stellan Skarsgard ‘A Crime Classic’ Few actors which achieved fame…
“Amistad” (1997) – Stellan Skarsgard’s Spectacular Slavery Masterpiece
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Djimon Hounsou, Morgan Freeman and Anthony Hopkins ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made movies…
“Good Will Hunting” (1997) – Stellan Skarsgard’s 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 Sean Penn Films
Not many actors in Hollywood have earned recognition of Sean Penn. Since the 1990’s, Penn has become a beloved icon.…
“One Battle After Another” (2025) – Sean Penn’s Meaningful Masterpiece About the Battles of Fathers
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn and Benicio Del Toro ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Fathers are inspiring figures…
“Licorice Pizza” (2021) – Sean Penn’s Powerful L.A. Period Piece
Written and Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson Starring Alana Haim, Cooper Hoffman and Bradley Cooper …
“Gangster Squad” (2013) – Sean Penn’s Worst Movie
Directed by Ruben Fleischer Written by Will Beall (based off novel by Paul Lieberman) Starring Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, and…
“The Tree of Life” (2011) – Sean Penn’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Broken American Families
Writer/Director: Terrence Malick Starring: Brad Pitt, Sean Penn and Jessica Chastain ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Milk” (2008) – Sean Penn’s Mesmerizing Historical Masterpiece About Harvey Milk
Writer/Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Sean Penn, Josh Brolin and James Franco ‘A Captivating Biopic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Mystic River” (2003) – Sean Penn’s Magnificent Mystery Masterpiece
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Sean Penn, Laurence Fishburne and Tim Robbins ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Dead Man Walking” (1995) – Sean Penn’s Powerful Prison Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Tim Robbins Starring: Sean Penn, Susan Sarandon and R. Lee Ermey ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Carlito’s Way” (1993) – Sean Penn’s Crime Classic
Director: Brian de Palma Starring: Al Pacino, Viggo Mortensen and Sean Penn ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors which achieved…
“Risky Business” (1983) – Sean Penn’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic
Writer/Director: Paul Brickman Starring: Tom Cruise, Rebecca De Mornay and Joe Pantoliano ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made…
My Favourite Robert Downey Jr. Films
Few actors makes movies audiences treasure like Robert Downey Jr. Since the 1990’s, RDJ has become an icon. Whether it’s…
“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” (2025) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Fantastic Comic-Book Blockbuster About Superhero Teams
Director: Matt Shakman Starring: Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby and and Joseph Quinn ‘A Captivating Blockbuster’ When it comes to the…
“Oppenheimer” (2023) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Outstanding Oscar-Winner About Oppenheimer
Writer/Director: Christopher NolanStarring: Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr., Emily Blunt …
“Dolittle” (2020) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Worst Movie
Director: Stephen Gaghan Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Michael Sheen and Ralph Fiennes ‘A Captivating Family Drama’ Not many stars have…
“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Robert Downey Jr.’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) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Awe-Inspiring Avengers Sequel
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland…
“Spider-Man: Homecoming” (2017) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Soaring Spider-Man Reboot
Director: Jon Watts Writers: Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley Starring: Tom Holland, Robert Downey Jr. and Michael Keaton ‘A…
“Captain America: Civil War” (2016) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Comic-Book Masterpiece
Directors: The Russo Brothers Starring: Christ Evans, Robert Downey Jr. and Scarlett Johansson ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Sequel’ Not many actors…
“Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Amazing Avengers Sequel
Director: Joss Whedon Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Samuel L. Jackson ‘A Spectacular Sequel Not many actors in…
“Chef” (2014) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Captivating Comedy About Committed Chefs
Writer/Director: Jon Favreau Starring: Jon Favreau, Bobby Cannavale and Sofia Vergara ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors In Hollywood have…
“Iron Man 3” (2013) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Incredible Iron Man Sequel
Writer/Director: Shane Black Co-writer: Drew Pearce Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Guy Pearce and Ben Kingsley ‘Starkly Superior Sequel’ Twists are…
“The Avengers” (2012) – Robert Downey Jr.’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…
“Sherlock Holmes” (2009) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Spectacular Sherlock Period Piece
Director: Guy Ritchie Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law and Rachel McAdams ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have created…
“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Captivating Comedy Classic
Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are…
“Iron Man” (2008) – Robert Downey Jr.’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…
“Zodiac” (2007) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Spectacular Serial Killer Masterpiece
Writer/Director: David Fincher Starring: Brian Cox, Jake Gyllenhaal and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Good Night, and Good Luck” (2005) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Meaningful Journalism Masterpiece
Writer/Director: George Clooney Starring: George Clooney, Robert Downey Jr. and Jeff Daniels ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many stars have made…
“Kiss Kiss Bang Bang” (2005) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Val Kilmer, Robert Downey Jr. and Michelle Monaghan ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Not many actors in…
“Wonder Boys” (2000) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Wonderful Masterpiece About Teachers
Director: Curtis Hanson Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Tobey Maguire and Michael Douglas ‘A Wonderful Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Richard III” (1995) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Spectacular Shakespeare Adaptation
Director: Richard Loncraine Starring: Maggie Smith, Ian McKellen and Jim Broadbent ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Britain have…
“Chaplin” (1992) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Brilliant Charlie Chaplin Biopic
Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Marisa Tomei and Anthony Hopkins ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Natural Born Killers” (1992) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Spectacular Serial Killer Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Oliver Stone Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Woody Harrelson and Juliette Lewis ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many stars have made…
My Favourite Edward Norton Films
Not many actors have achieved appreciation of Edward Norton. Since the 1990’s, Norton has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s…
“A Complete Unknown” (2024) – Edward Norton’s Brilliant Bob Dylan Biopic
Writer/Director: James Mangold Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Edward Norton and Elle Fanning ‘A Magnificent Biopic’ When it comes to musicians that…
“Asteroid City” (2023) – Edward Norton’s Meaningful Quarantine Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks and Tilda Swinton ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” (2022) – Edward Norton’s Mesmerizing Murder Mystery Sequel
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Janelle Monae, Edward Norton …
“The French Dispatch” (2021) – Edward Norton’s Fantastic Period Piece About French Magazines
Writer/Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Willem Dafoe, Adrien Brody and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors that achieved fame…
“Birdman” (2014) – Edward Norton’s Breathtaking Masterpiece About Broadway Actors
Writer/Director: Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu Starring: Michael Keaton, Edward Norton and Naomi Watts ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Grand Budapest Hotel” (2014) – Edward Norton’s Grand Hotel Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Harvey Keitel, Adrien Brody and Ralph Fiennes ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have created movies…
“The Bourne Legacy” (2012) – Edward Norton’s Worst Movie
Writer/Director: Tony Gilroy Starring: Jeremy Renner, Edward Norton and Rachel Weisz ‘A Bourne-ing Reboot’ “The Bourne Legacy” is written and…
“Kingdom of Heaven” (2005) – Edward Norton’s Mesmerizing Historical Masterpiece
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Orlando Bloom, Eva Green and Jeremy Irons ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Red Dragon” (2002) – Edward Norton’s Spectacular Serial Killer Thriller
Director: Brett Ratner Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Anthony Hopkins and Edward Norton ‘A Spectacular Thriller’ Not many actors have made movies…
“Fight Club” (1999) – Edward Norton’s Captivating Cult Classic
Director: David Fincher Written by Jim Uhls (based off screenplay by Chuck Palahniuk) Starring Edward Norton, Brad Pitt and Helena…
“Primal Fear” (1996) – Edward Norton’s Captivating Courtroom Classic
Director: Gregory Hobit Starring: Edward Norton, Richard Gere and Frances McDormand ‘A Captivating Courtroom Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“Rounders” (1998) – Edward Norton’s Captivating Poker Classic
Director: John Dahl Starring: Matt Damon, Edward Norton and John Turturro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
My Favourite Johnny Depp Films
Not many movie-stars are as beloved as Johnny Depp. Since the 1980’s, Depp has become an icon. Whether it’s pirates,…
“Murder on the Orient Express” (2017) – Johnny Depp’s Magnificent Murder Mystery Masterpiece
Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Johnny Depp and Michelle Pfeiffer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“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…
“What’s Eating Gilbert Grape” (1993) – Johnny Depp’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…
“Platoon” (1986) – Johnny Depp’s Magnificent Vietnam War Masterpiece
Director: Oliver Stone Starring: Willem Dafoe, Charlie Sheen and Forest Whitaker ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors that achieved fame…
“Edward Scissorhands” (1991) – Johnny Depp’s Dazzling Disability Classic
Director: Tim Burton Starring: Johnny Depp, Winona Ryder and Dianne West ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Julia Roberts Films
Few actresses in Hollywood are as beloved as Julia Roberts. Ever since the 1990’s, Roberts has become one of the…
“Ticket to Paradise” (2022) – Julia Roberts’ Captivating Romantic Comedy About Broken Marriages
Writer/Director: Ol Parker Starring Julia Roberts, George Clooney, Kaitlyn Dever ‘Captivating Rom-Com’ Divorce is a time-consuming process inciting Kramer Vs.…
“Ben is Back” (2018) – Julia Roberts’ Dazzling Drug Addiction Drama
Writer/Director: Peter Hedges Starring: Julia Roberts, Lucas Hedges and Courtney B. Vance ‘Powerful Drug-Addiction Drama’ Imagine being the mother of…
“August: Osage County” (2013) – Julia Roberts’ Dazzling Dysfunctional Family Drama
Director: John Wells Starring: Meryl Streep, Benedict Cumberbatch and Ewan McGregor ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Mirror Mirror” (2012) – Julia Roberts’ Satisfying Snow White Remake
Director: Tarsem Singh Starring: Julia Roberts, Armie Hammer, Lily Collins ‘Passable Entertainment’ “Mirror Mirror” is directed by Tarsem Singh. Its…
“Eat Pray Love” (2010) – Julia Roberts’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Philosophical Women
Writer/Director: Ryan Murphy Starring: Viola Davis, Julia Roberts and Javier Bardem ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“Notting Hill” (1999) – Julia Roberts’ Remarkable Romantic Classic
Director: Robert Michell Starring: Julia Roberts, Hugh Grant and Hugh Bonneville ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are…
“Stepmom” (1998) – Julia Roberts’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Stepmothers
Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Jena Malone, Julia Roberts and Susan Sarandon ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood are…
“Hook” (1991) – Julia Roberts’ Fantastic Peter Pan Fantasy Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Robin Williams and Julia Roberts ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood have…
“Pretty Woman” (1990) – Julia Roberts’ Captivating Prostitution Classic
Director: Garry Marshall Starring: Julia Roberts, Richard Gere and Jason Alexander ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Prostitution is a sensitive subject…
My Favourite Films About Trauma of All-Time
Not many genres attract audiences to the Cinema like trauma. Since the 1980’s, scared children have made for engaging movies.…
“Joker” (2019) – Todd Phillips’ Comic-Book Classic About Supervillain Trauma
Writer/Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro and Zazie Beetz ‘A Magnificent Comic-Book Masterpiece’ Few characters in comic-book…
“Get Out” (2017) – Jordan Peele’s Captivating Horror Classic About Racism
Writer/Director: Jordan Peele Starring: Daniel Kaluuya, LaKeith Stanfield and Allison Williams ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Hereditary” (2018) – Ari Aster’s Haunting Horror Drama About Family Trauma
Writer/Director: Ari Aster Starring: Toni Collette, Milly Shapiro and Gabriel Byrne ‘A Terrifying Thriller’ Before I begin this review, I…
“Room” (2015) – Lenny Abrahamson’s Moving Masterpiece About Childhood Trauma
Director: Lenny Abrahamson Writer: Emma Donoghue (based on novel) Starring: Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay and William H. Macy ‘A Moving…
“The Silence of the Lambs” (1991) – Jonathan Demme’s Spectacular Serial Killer Classic
Director: Jonathan Demme Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Jodie Foster and Ted Levine ‘A Serial Killer Masterpiece’ Few figures in popular culture…
“Moonlight” (2016) – Barry Jenkins’ Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Queer Trauma
Writer/Director: Barry Jenkins Based on the play by Tarell Alvin McCraney Starring: Mahershala Ali, Ashton Sanders and Naomi Harris ‘Magnificent…
“Mystic River” (2003) – Clint Eastwood’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Childhood Trauma
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Sean Penn, Laurence Fishburne and Tim Robbins ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Psycho” (1960) – Alfred Hitchcock’s Captivating Horror Classic About Psychological Trauma
Director: Alfred Hitchcock Starring: Anthony Perkins, Vera Miles, Jante Leigh ‘Psychotic Masterpiece’ “Psycho” is directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Its script…
“The Sixth Sense” (1999) – M. Night Shyamalan’s Captivating Horror Classic About Traumatized Children
Writer/Director: M. Night Shyamalan Starring: Bruce Willis, Toni Collette and Haley Joel Osment ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood…
“The Shining” (1980) – My Favourite Film About Trauma of All-Time
Writer/Director: Stanley Kubrick Starring: Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall and Danny Lloyd ‘A Shining Horror Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review,…
My Favourite Tom Cruise Films
Few actors in Hollywood whose movies make headline news are as beloved as Tom Cruise. Ever since his rise to…
“Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” (2025) – Tom Cruise’s Fantastic Mission Impossible Farewell
Director: Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Tom Cruise, Ving Rhames and Pom Klementieff ‘A Captivating Blockbuster’ Few film franchises about impossible missions…
“Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1” (2023) – Tom Cruise’s Magnificent Mission Impossible Finale
Writer/Director: Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Simon Pegg …
“Top Gun: Maverick” (2022) – Tom Cruise’s Soaring Aviation Sequel
Director: Joseph Kosinski Writers: Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Tom Cruise, Miles Teller and Val Kilmer …
“Mission: Impossible – Fallout” (2018) – Tom Cruise’s Best Mission Without a Doubt
Writer/Director: Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Tom Cruise, Henry Cavill and Rebecca Ferguson ‘A Mission Accomplished’ When it comes to the most…
“American Made” (2017) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Crime Comedy About Drug Smuggling
Director: Doug Liman Starring: Tom Cruise, Domhnall Gleeson and Jesse Plemons American Made Not many actors have made films making…
“The Mummy” (2017) – Tom Cruise’s Worst Movie
Director: Alex Kurtzman Writer: David Koepp, Christopher McQuarrie and Dylan Kussman Starring: Tom Cruise, Russell Crowe and Sofia Boutella ‘Mindless…
“Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation” (2015) – Tom Cruise’s Most Action-Packed Mission
Writer/Director: Christopher McQuarrie Co-Writers: Drew Pearce and Bruce Geller Starring: Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg and Rebecca Ferguson ‘A Mission Accomplished’…
“Edge of Tomorrow” (2014) – Tom Cruise’s Terrific Time Travel Blockbuster
Director: Doug Liman Writers: Christopher McQuarrie and Jez Butterworth Starring: Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt and Bill Paxton ‘A Mind-Bending Marvel’…
“Oblivion” (2013) – Tom Cruise’s Most Underrated Movie
Director Joseph Kosinski Starring: Tom Cruise, Morgan Freeman and Olga Kurylenko ‘A Spectacular Blockbuster’ Not many actors have made films…
“Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol” (2011) – Tom Cruise’s Most Entertaining Mission
Director: Brad Bird Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner and Simon Pegg ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Valkyrie” (2008) – Tom Cruise’s Powerful Period Piece About Nazi Germany
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Tom Cruise, Kenneth Branagh and Bill Nighy ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made films…
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