Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s…
Movie Reviews
“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 Dustin Hoffman Films
Not many actors have earned appreciation of Dustin Hoffman. Since the 1970’s, Hoffman has become an icon in the film…
“Chef” (2014) – Dustin Hoffman’s Captivating Chefs Comedy
Writer/Director: Jon Favreau Starring: Jon Favreau, Bobby Cannavale and Sofia Vergara ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors In Hollywood have…
“Rain Man” (1988) – Dustin Hoffman’s Timeless Classic about Autism
Director: Barry Levinson Starring: Tom Cruise, Dustin Hoffman and Valeria Golino ‘A Timeless Classic’ Autism is a sensitive subject rarely…
“Kramer vs. Kramer” (1979) – Dustin Hoffman’s Dazzling Divorce Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Robert Benton Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Meryl Streep and Justin Henry ‘A Timeless Classic’ Divorce is a devastating process causing…
“The Graduate” (1967) – Dustin Hoffman’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic
Director: Mike Nichols Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft and Katharine Ross ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood 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. 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 Captivating 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…
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
Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Johnny Depp and Michelle Pfeiffer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Black Mass” (2015) – Johnny Depp’s Mesmerizing Mobster Masterpiece
Director: Scott Cooper Starring: Jesse Plemons, Johnny Depp and Kevin Bacon ‘A Mesmerizing Mobster Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“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…
“Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Elm Street” (2007) – Johnny Depp’s Brilliant Broadway Musical
Director: Tim Burton Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Johnny Depp and Timothy Spall ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest” (2006) – Johnny Depp’s Superb Pirates Sequel
Director: Gore Verbinski Starring: Tom Hollander, Johnny Depp and Kiera Knightley ‘A Captivating Adventure Classic’ Not many actors in British…
“Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” (2003) – Johnny Depp’s Captivating Pirates Classic
Director: Gore Verbinski Starring: Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush and Keira Knightley ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have had…
“Chocolat” (2000) – Johnny Depp’s Captivating Period Piece About Chocolate Makers
Director: Lasse Halstrom Starring: Judi Dench, Johnny Depp and Juliette Binoche ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Britain have…
“Sleepy Hollow” (1999) – Johnny Depp’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Director: Tim Burton Starring: Johnny Depp, Michael Gambon and Christina Ricci ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“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…
“Edward Scissorhands” (1991) – Johnny Depp’s Captivating Disability Classic
Director: Tim Burton Starring: Johnny Depp, Winona Ryder and Dianne West ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood 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 Masterpiece About The Boston Marathon Bombings
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 Meaningful Masterpiece 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…
“3 Idiots” (2009) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Classic About Rebellious College Students
Director: Rajkumar Hirani Starring: Aamir Khan, Madhavan and Sharman Joshi ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever felt intense pressure to…
“Frankenstein” (2025) – Jacob Elrodi’s Fantastic Period Piece about a Scary Monster
Writer/Director: Guillermo Del Toro Starring: Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elrodi and Mia Goth ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ When it comes to…
“Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1” (2023) – Simon Pegg’s Fantastic Mission Impossible Finale
Writer/Director: Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Simon Pegg …
“BlackBerry” (2023) – Jay Baruchel’s Brilliant Business Biopic About BlackBerry
Writer/Director: Matt Johnson Starring: Jay Baruchel, Glenn Howerton, Matt Johnson …
“Rebecca” (2020) – Armie Hammer’s Cursed Hitchcock Classic
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…
“Judy” (2019) – Michael Gambon’s Brilliant Judy Garland Biopic
Director: Rupert Goold Writer: Tom Edge (based on stage play) Starring: Renée Zellweger, Jessie Buckley and Finn Wittrock ‘Gorgeous Garland…
“The Way Way Back” (2013) – Steve Carell’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic
Writers/Directors: Nat Faxon and Jim Rash Starring: Liam James, Steve Carell, Sam Rockwell and Maya Rudolph ‘Captivating Coming-of-Age Drama’ We’re…
“The Butler” (2013) – James Marsden’s Brilliant Biopic About a White House Butler
Director: Lee Daniels Writer: Danny Strong (based on article by Wil Haygood) Starring: Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey and Alex Pettyfer…
“Arthur Christmas” (2011) – James McAvoy’s Captivating Animated Christmas Classic
Directors: Sarah Smith and Barry Cook Starring: James McAvoy, Hugh Laurie, Billy Nighy ‘Astonishing Animation’ “Arthur Christmas” is directed by…
“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…
“Mamma Mia!” (2008) – Colin Firth’s Breathtaking Broadway Musical
Director: Phyllida Lloyd Starring: Stellan Skarsgard, Meryl Streep and Colin Firth ‘A Magnificent Musical’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Training Day” (2001) – Denzel Washington’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…
“X-Men” (2000) – Hugh Jackman’s Extraordinary Comic-Book Classic
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen ‘An Excellent Blockbuster’ When it comes to the greatest…
“Interview With the Vampire” (1994) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Classic About Cruel Vampires
Director: Neil Jordan Starring: Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt and Kirsten Dunst ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made films…
“Gandhi” (1982) – Ben Kingsley’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Gandhi
Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in…
“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…
“Crash” (2004) – Paul Haggis’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Racism in L.A.
Writer/Director: Paul Haggis Starring: Michael Pena, Matt Dillon and Sandra Bullock ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Not many actors possess charisma of…
“BlackKklansman” (2018) – Spike Lee’s Spectacular Historical Satire About Racism
Writer/Director: Spike Lee Co-writers: Charlie Watchel, David Rabinowitz and Kevin Willmott Starring: John David Washington, Adam Driver and Topher Grace…
“Hidden Figures” (2017) – Theodore Melfi’s Brilliant Biopic About Racism in NASA
Director: Theodore Melfi Writer: Allison Schroeder (based off novel by Margot Lee Shetterly) Starring: Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer and…
“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Quentin Tarantino’s Glorious Historical Satire About Racism
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several…
“The Pianist” (2002) – Roman Polanski’s Haunting Historical Masterpiece About Jewish Racism
Director: Roman Polanski Starring: Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann and Frank Finlay ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ The Holocaust is a sensitive subject…
“Just Mercy” (2019) – Destin Daniel Cretton’s Captivating Courtroom Drama About Racial Injustice
Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Co-writer: Andrew Lanham (based on book) Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Jamie Foxx and Brie Larson ‘Captivating…
“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…
“Fruitvale Station” (2013) – Ryan Coogler’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Police Brutality
Writer/Director: Ryan Coogler Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Octavia Spencer and Kevin Durand ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses have made…
“12 Years A Slave” (2013) – Steve McQueen’s Spectacular Masterpiece About Slavery
Director: Steve McQueen Writer: John Ridley (based on true story of Solomon Northup) Starring: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Paul Dano…
“To Kill a Mockingbird” (1962) – My Favourite Film About Racism
Director: Robert Mulligan Starring Gregory Peck, Mary Badham, Phillip Alfrod ‘Captivating Courtroom Drama’ “To Kill A Mockingbird” is directed by…
The Best Films Ever Made About Racism Ranked
Not many genres have gained stardom of racism. Since the 1960’s, the genre has produced unforgettable movies. Whether it’s righteous…
“28 Years Later” (2025) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Zombie Survival Thriller
Director: Danny Boyle Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer and Ralph Fiennes ‘A Captivating Thriller’ When it comes to the greatest…
“Conclave” (2024) – Ralph Fiennes’ Riveting Oscar-Winning Drama About Religion
Director: Edward Berger Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and John Lithgow ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Religion is a sensitive subject that’s…
“The Menu” (2022) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Cooking Satire
Director: Mark Mylod Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Satire’ Not many actors in Hollywood are…
“No Time to Die” (2021) – Ralph Fiennes’ 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…
“The Dig” (2021) – Ralph Fiennes’ Great Period Piece About a Historic Dig
Director: Simon Stone Writer: Moira Buffini (Based on John Preston’s book) Starring: Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes and Lily James ‘An…
“Official Secrets” (2019) – Ralph Fiennes’ Powerful Political Thriller
Writer/Director: Gavin Hood Co-writers: Gregory and Sara Bernstein Starring: Keira Knightley, Matt Smith and Ralph Fiennes ‘A Tense Political Thriller’…
“Hail, Caesar!” (2016) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Hollywood Satire
Writer/Directors: The Coen Brothers Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Josh Brolin and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made…
“Kubo and the Two Strings” (2016) – Ralph Fiennes’ Awe-Inspiring Animated Classic
Directed by Travis Knight Written by Marc Haimes and Chris Butler Starring Art Parkinson, Charlize Theron and Matthew McConaughey ‘Awe-Inspiring…
“Spectre” (2015) – Ralph Fiennes’ Most Underrated Bond Movie
Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Daniel Craig, Lea Seydoux and Christoph Waltz ‘A Superb Sequel’ Not many actresses have made movies…
“A Bigger Splash” (2015) – Ralph Fiennes’ Meaningful Romantic Masterpiece
Director: Luca Guadagnino Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Tilda Swinton and Matthias Schoenaerts ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made movies…
“The Grand Budapest Hotel” (2014) – Ralph Fiennes’ Great Masterpiece About Grand Hotels
Writer/Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Harvey Keitel, Adrien Brody and Ralph Fiennes ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have created movies…
“Skyfall” (2012) – Ralph Fiennes’ Brilliant James Bond Sequel
Director: Sam Mendes Writers: Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, and John Logan Starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes ‘Brilliant Bond…
“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” (2011) – Ralph Fiennes’ Emotional Harry Potter Farewell
Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson ‘A Fantastic Fantasy Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about…
“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” (2011) – Ralph Fiennes’ Fantastic Harry Potter Finale
Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson ‘Fantastic Franchise Finale’ Few characters in English literature are as…
“The Hurt Locker” (2009) – Ralph Fiennes’ Meaningful Masterpiece About the Iraq War
Director: Kathryn Bigelow Starring: Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie and Evangeline Lily ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have made…
“Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” (2009) – Ralph Fiennes’ Most Romantic Harry Potter Adaptation
Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Alan Rickman ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have achieved…
“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” (2007) – Ralph Fiennes’ Most Entertaining Adaptation
Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint ‘A Magnificfent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about magical…
“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (2005) – Ralph Fiennes’ Darkest Harry Potter Adaptation
Director: Mike Newell Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” is…
“The English Patient” (1996) – Ralph Fiennes’ Powerful Period Piece About Doomed Love
Writer/Director: Anthony Minghella Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Kristin Scott Thomas and Willem Dafoe ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Schindler’s List” (1993) – Ralph Fiennes’ Haunting Holocaust Historical Masterpiece
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes and Sir Ben Kingsley ‘A Magnificent Holocaust Masterpiece’ The Holocaust is a…
Ralph Fiennes’ Best Films Ranked
Not many actors in Hollywood are as beloved as Ralph Fiennes. Since the 1990’s, Fiennes has become an icon. Whether…
My Favourite Science-fiction Films
Not many genres satisfy audiences like sci-fi. Since the 1960’s, the science-fiction genre has produced memorable movies. Whether it’s space…
My Favourite Alien Films
Not many creatures attract audiences to theatres like aliens. Since the 1970’s, the genre has produced unforgettable movies. Whether it’s…
My Favourite Amy Adams Films
Few actresses in Hollywood are as amazing as Amy Adams. Since the 1990’s, Adams has become one of the greatest…
“Hillbilly Elegy” (2020) – Amy Adams’ Worst Movie
Director: Ron Howard Writer: Vanessa Taylor (based on book by J.D. Vance) Starring: Amy Adams, Glenn Close and Gabriel Basso…
“Vice” (2018) – Amy Adams’ Powerful Political Biopic
Writer/Director: Adam McKay Starring: Christian Bale, Amy Adams and Sam Rockwell ‘Brilliant Political Biopic’ When it comes to the most…
“Nocturnal Animals” (2016) – Amy Adams’ Mesmerizing Mystery Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Tom Ford Starring: Amy Adams, Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Shannon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice” (2016) – Amy Adams’ Disappointing Superman Sequel
Director: Zack Snyder Starring: Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill and Scoot McNairy ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Arrival” (2016) – Amy Adams’ Awe-Inspiring Alien Invasion Blockbuster
Director: Denis Villeneuve Writer: Eric Heisserer (based on short story) Starring: Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker ‘Spellbinding Science-Fiction’…
“Man of Steel” (2013) – Amy Adams’ Soaring Superman Reboot
Director: Zack Snyder Writer: David S. Goyer (based on story by Christopher Nolan) Starring: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams and Michael…
“Her” (2013) – Amy Adams’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Technology Addicts
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that…
“American Hustle” (2013) – Amy Adams’ Captivating Con-Artist Period Piece
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Co-writer: Eric Warren Singer Starring: Christian Bale, Amy Adams and Bradley Cooper ‘Powerful Period Piece’ In…
“The Master” (2012) – Amy Adams’ Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Cults
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Phillip Seymour Hoffman and Amy Adams ‘A Masterful Achievement’ Not many actors in…
“The Fighter” (2010) – Amy Adams’ Breathtaking Boxing Classic
Director: David O. Russell Starring: Christian Bale, Mark Wahlberg and Amy Adams ‘A Breathtaking Biopic’ When it comes to the…
“Julie & Julia” (2009) – Amy Adams’ Captivating Cooking Drama
Writer/Director: Nora Ephron Starring: Meryl Streep, Amy Adams and Stanley Tucci ‘A Magnificent Cooking Drama’ Few actresses in Hollywood have…
“Doubt” (2008) – Amy Adams’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Religion
Director: John Patrick Shanley Starring: Amy Adams, Meryl Streep and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in…
“Enchanted” (2007) – Amy Adams’ Enchanting Musical Masterpiece
Director: Kevin Lima Starring: James Marsden, Amy Adams and Patrick Dempsey ‘A Marvellous Musical’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Amy Adams’ Captivating 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…
My Favourite Helena Bonham Carter Films
Not many actresses attract audiences to the theatre like Helena Bonham Carter. Since the 1990’s, Carter has become a feminist…
“Enola Holmes 2” (2022) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Superb Enola Holmes Sequel
Director: Harry Bradbeer Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Louise Partridge …
“Enola Holmes” (2020) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Powerful Sherlock Holmes Period Piece
Director: Harry Bradbeer Writer: Jack Thorne (based on book by Nancy Springer) Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Sam…
“Ocean’s 8” (2018) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Fun Feminist Heist Reboot
Writer/Director: Gary Ross Co-writer: Olivia Milch Starring: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett and Anne Hathaway ‘Enjoyable Entertainment’ When it comes to…
“Cinderella” (2015) – Helena Bonham Carter’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 Lone Ranger” (2013) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Worst Movie
Director: Gore Verbinski Writers: Justin Haythe, Ted Elliot and Terry Rossio Starring: Johnny Depp, Armie Hammer and William Fichtner ‘Mindless…
“Les Miserables” (2012) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Brilliant Broadway Musical
Director: Tom Hooper Writer: William Nicholson (based on novel by Victor Hugo) Starring: Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway and Russel Crowe …
“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” (2011) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Emotional Harry Potter Farewell
Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson ‘A Fantastic Fantasy Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about…
“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” (2010) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Fantastic Harry Potter Finale
Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson ‘Fantastic Franchise Finale’ Few characters in English literature are as…
“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Beautiful Biopic About a King
Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in…
“Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” (2009) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Darkest Adaptation
Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Alan Rickman ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have achieved…
“Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Elm Street” (2007) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Breathtaking Broadway Musical
Director: Tim Burton Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Johnny Depp and Timothy Spall ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” (2007) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Most Enjoyable Adaptation
Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint ‘A Magnificfent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about magical…
“Big Fish” (2003) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Fathers
Director: Tim Buron Starring: Ewan McGregor, Albert Finney and Billy Crudup ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Fight Club” (1999) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Captivating Cult Classic
Director: David Fincher Written by Jim Uhls (based off screenplay by Chuck Palahniuk) Starring Edward Norton, Brad Pitt and Helena…
“A Room With a View” (1985) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Remarkable Romantic Classic
Director: James Ivory Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Daniel Day-Lewis and Maggie Smith ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ Not many actresses in…
My Favourite Natalie Portman Films
Not many actresses have earned appreciation of Natalie Portman. Since the 1990’s, Portman has become a feminist icon. Whether it’s…
“Thor: Love and Thunder” (2022) – Natalie Portman’s Fun But Flawed Thor 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…
“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Natalie Portman’s Fantastic Avengers Farewell
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth…
“Annihilation” (2018) – Natalie Portman’s Spectacular Science-fiction Masterpiece
Director: Alex Garland Starring: Natalie Portman, Oscar Isaac and Benedict Wong ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Thor” (2011) – Natalie Portman’s Captivating Thor Comic-Book Classic
Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston and Clark Gregg ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Black Swan” (2010) – Natalie Portman’s Mesmerizing Ballet Masterpiece
Director: Darren Aronofsky Staring: Natalie Portman, Vincent Cassel and Mila Kunis ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“V for Vendetta” (2005) – Natalie Portman’s Captivating Comic-Book Classic
Director: James McTeigue Starring: Hugo Weaving, Natalie Portman and John Hurt ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have woven a…
“Cold Mountain” (2003) – Natalie Portman’s Remarkable Period Piece
Writer/Director: Anthony Minghella Starring: Ray Winstone, Jude Law and Nicole Kidman ‘A Beautiful Period Piece’ Not many actors in Britain…
“Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace” (1999) – Natalie Portman’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…
“Heat” (1995) – Natalie Portman’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…
My Favourite Viola Davis Films
Not many actresses in Hollywood are as beloved as Viola Davis. Since the 1990’s, Davis has become a legendary icon.…
“Air” (2023) – Viola Davis’ Brilliant Business Biopic
Director: Ben Affleck Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Viola Davis …
“The Suicide Squad” (2021) – Viola Davis’ Sensational Supervillain Reboot
Writer/Director: James Gunn Starring: Idris Elba, John Cena and Margot Robbie ‘Sensational Supervillain Reboot’ Superhero movies that face excessive studio…
“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” (2020) – Viola Davis’ Brilliant Broadway Musical
Director: George C. Wolfe Writer: Ruben Santiago-Hudson (based on August Wilson’s play) Starring: Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman and Colman Domingo…
“Widows” (2018) – Viola Davis’ Captivating Heist Classic
Writer/Director: Steve McQueen Starring: Elizabeth Debicki, Viola Davis and Liam Neeson ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Fences” (2016) – Viola Davis’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Family Tragedy
Director: Denzel Washington Starring: Denzel Washington, Viola Davis and Stephen Henderson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“Suicide Squad” (2016) – Viola Davis’ Worst Movie
Writer/Director: David Ayer Starring: Will Smith, Margot Robbie and Jared Leto ‘A Suicidal Disaster’ Have you ever been let down…
“Prisoners” (2013) – Viola Davis’ Captivating Child Abduction Thriller
Director: Denis Villeneuve Writer: Aaron Guzikowski Starring: Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Terrence Howard ‘Powerful Abduction Thriller’ Movies rarely ever surprise…
“The Help” (2011) – Viola Davis’ Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Tate Taylor Starring: Emma Stone, Bryce Dallas Howard and Viola Davis ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are…
“Eat Pray Love” (2010) – Viola Davis’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Soulful Women
Writer/Director: Ryan Murphy Starring: Viola Davis, Julia Roberts and Javier Bardem ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“Doubt” (2008) – Viola Davis’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Religion
Director: John Patrick Shanley Starring: Amy Adams, Meryl Streep and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in…
“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Viola Davis’ Captivating Casino Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Traffic” (2000) – Viola Davis’ Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Drug Trafficking
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Michael Douglas, Benicio Del Toro and Don Cheadle ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made…
“Out of Sight” (1998) – Viola Davis’ Captivating Con-Artist Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Ving Rhames, George Clooney and Jennifer Lopez ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Not many filmmakers in Hollywood…
“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” (2019) – Harrison Ford’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…
“Blade Runner 2049” (2017) – Harrison Ford’s Spectacular Science-fiction Sequel
Writer/Director: Denis Villeneuve Starring: Harrison Ford, Ryan Gosling and Robin Wright ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015) – Harrison Ford’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…
“Air Force One” (1997) – Harrison Ford’s Terrific Airplane Thriller
Director: Wolfgang Petersen Starring: Harrison Ford, Gary Oldman and Glenn Close ‘A Captivating Thriller’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood are…
“Witness” (1985) – Harrison Ford’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Director: Peter Weir Starring: Lukas Haas, Harrison Ford and Kelly McGillis ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood possess…
“Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” (1984) – Harrison Ford’s Superb Indiana Jones Sequel
Director: Steven Spielberg Writers: Willard Huck and Gloria Katz Starring: Harrison Ford, Jonathan Ke Quan, Amrish Puri ‘Spectacular Sequel’ “Indiana…
“Blade Runner” (1982) – Harrison Ford’s Spectacular Science-fiction Classic
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Harrison Ford, Rutget Hauer and Sean Young ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood are…
“The Empire Strikes Back” (1980) – Harrison Ford’s Spectacular Star Wars Sequel
Director: Irvin Kershner Starring: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford and Carrie Fisher ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Apocalypse Now” (1979) – Harrison Ford’s Magnificent Vietnam War Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Marlon Brando, Martin Sheen and Robert Duvall ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood which…
“Star Wars: A New Hope” (1977) – Harrison Ford’s Spectacular Star Wars Classic
Writer/Director: George Lucas Starring: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford and Carrie Fischer ‘A Science-Fiction Classic’ Few franchises about starry galaxies that…
“Raiders of the Lost Ark” (1981) – Harrison Ford’s Incredible Indiana Jones Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Lawrence Kasdan Starring: Harrison Ford, Karen Allen, Paul Freeman ‘Timeless Classic’ “Indiana Jones and the Raiders…
“Omkara” (2006) – Vishal Bhardwaj’s Spectacular Indian Adaptation of Shakespeare’s Othello
Writer/Director: Vishal Bhardwaj Starring: Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few plays written by Shakespeare…
“Frankenstein” (2025) – Oscar Isaac’s Fantastic Period Piece About a Scary Monster
Writer/Director: Guillermo Del Toro Starring: Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elrodi and Mia Goth ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ When it comes to…
“The Report” (2019) – Scott Z. Burns’ Powerful Political Thriller
Writer/Director: Scott Z. Burns Starring: Adam Driver, Annette Bening and Jon Hamm ‘Powerful Political Thriller’ When it comes to the…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert Eggers’ Powerful Period Piece About Isolation
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Baz Luhrmann’s Great Adaptation
Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires…
My Favourite Survival Films
Not many film genres are as powerful as survival. Stories of individuals that survive tragedy have been made into unforgettable…
“A Quiet Place” (2018) – John Krasinski’s Quietly Powerful Horror Classic about Silent Survival
Writer/Director: John Krasinski Co-writers: Bryan Woods and Scott Beck Starring: John Krasinski, Emily Blunt and Millicent Simmonds ‘An Intense Thriller’…
“The Revenant” (2015) – Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Survival
Director: Alejandro G. Inarritu Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy and Domnhall Gleeson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“The Martian” (2015) – Ridley Scott’s Magnificent Space Survival Masterpiece
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Matt Damon, Jessica Chastain and Kristen Wig ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Can you imagine being stranded on…
“Life of Pi” (2012) – Ang Lee’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Survival
Director: Ang Lee Writer: David Magee (based off novel by Yann Martel) Starring: Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Tabu ‘Beautiful Book…
“Adrift” (2018) – Baltasar Kormakur’s Dazzling Hurricane Survival Drama
Director: Baltasar Kormakur Writer: Aaron Kandell, Jordan Kandell and David Branson Smith Starring: Shailene Woodley and Sam Claflin ‘Spectacular Survival…
“The Shawshank Redemption” (1994) – Frank Darabont’s Meaningful Prison Survival Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Frank Darabont Starring: Morgan Freeman, Tim Robbins and Bob Gunton ‘A Powerful Prison Classic’ When it comes to the…
“The Pianist” (2002) – Roman Polanski’s Haunting Historical Masterpiece About Jewish Survival
Director: Roman Polanski Starring: Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann and Frank Finlay ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ The Holocaust is a sensitive subject…
“Cast Away” (2000) – Robert Zemeckis’ Captivating Island Survival Classic
Director: Robert Zemeckis Starring: Tom Hanks, Helen Hunt and Nick Searcy ‘A Captivating Survival Classic’ Imagine being stranded alone on…
“12 Years a Slave” (2013) – Steve McQueen’s Spectacular Slavery Survival Masterpiece
Director: Steve McQueen Writer: John Ridley (based on true story of Solomon Northup) Starring: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Paul Dano…
“Jaws” (1975) – My Favourite Film About Survival
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw and Richard Dreyfuss ‘A Jaw-Dropping Horror Classic’ Sharks are scary creatures that…
My Favourite Scarlett Johansson Films
Few actresses have earned appreciation of Scarlett Johansson. Ever since the 1990’s, Johansson has become an icon. Whether it’s women…
“Asteroid City” (2023) – Scarlett Johansson’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…
“Black Widow” (2021) – Scarlett Johansson’s Fantastic Black Widow Prequel
Director: Cate Shortland Writer: Eric Pearson Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh and David Harbour ‘A Satisfying Spin-off’ Strong superheroines that…
“Marriage Story” (2019) – Scarlett Johansson’s Meaningful Marriage Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Noah Baumbach Starring: Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson and Laura Dern ‘Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ It is always hard to move on…
“Jojo Rabbit” (2019) – Scarlett Johansson’s Spectacular Historical Satire
Writer/Director: Taika Waititi Based on the book by Christine Leunens Starring: Roman Griffin Davis, Scarlett Johansson and Sam Rockwell ‘Hilarious…
“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Scarlett Johansson’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) – Scarlett Johansson’s Awe-Inspiring Avenger Sequel
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland…
“Captain America: Civil War” (2016) – Scarlett Johansson’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…
“The Jungle Book” (2016) – Scarlett Johansson’s Riveting Jungle Book Remake
Director: Jon Favreau Writer: Justin Marks (based off the novel by Rudyard Kipling) Starring: Neel Sethi, Bill Murray and Sir…
“Hail, Caesar!” (2016) – Scarlett Johansson’s Spectacular Hollywood Satire
Writer/Directors: The Coen Brothers Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Josh Brolin and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made…
“Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015) – Scarlett Johansson’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…
“Captain America: The Winter Soldier” (2014) – Scarlett Johansson’s Captivating Captain America Sequel
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely and Ed Brubaker Starring: Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Samuel…
“Chef” (2014) – Scarlett Johansson’s Captivating Chefs Comedy
Writer/Director: Jon Favreau Starring: Jon Favreau, Bobby Cannavale and Sofia Vergara ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors In Hollywood have…
“Her” (2013) – Scarlett Johansson’s Meaningful Technology Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that…
“Hitchcock” (2012) – Scarlett Johansson’s Brilliant Hitchcock Biopic
Director: Sacha Gervasi Writer: John J. McLaughlin (based off book by Stephen Rebello) Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Helen Mirren, Scarlett Johansson…
“The Avengers” (2012) – Scarlett Johansson’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…
“We Bought a Zoo” (2011) – Scarlett Johansson’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Zookeepers
Writer/Director: Cameron Crowe Starring: Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson and Thomas Haden Church ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have achieved…
“The Prestige” (2006) – Scarlett Johansson’s Mesmerizing Magician Masterpiece
Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale and Michael Caine ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Lost in Translation” (2003) – Scarlett Johansson’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Loneliness
Writer/Director: Sofia Coppola Starring; Scarlett Johansson, Bill Murray and Giovanni Ribisi ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses have achieved the…
My Favourite Period Piece Films
Not many genres attract audiences to the Cinema like the period drama. Since the 1970’s, the period genre has produced…
My Favourite Anthony Hopkins Films
Not many movie-stars have built a legacy as strong as Anthony Hopkins. Since the 1960’s, Hopkins has become an icon…
“The Father” (2020) – Anthony Hopkins’ Dazzling Dementia Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Florian Zeller Co-writer: Christopher Hampton Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Olivia Colman and Mark Gatiss ‘Powerful Dementia Drama’ Dementia is a…
“Thor: Ragnarok” (2017) – Anthony Hopkins’ Spectacular Thor Sequel
Director: Taika Waititi Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Karl Urban and Tom Hiddlestone ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Noah” (2014) – Anthony Hopkins’ Mesmerizing Masterpiece About a Religious Messiah
Director: Darren Arofnosky Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Emma Watson ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood which…
“Red 2” (2013) – Anthony Hopkins’ Worst Movie
Director: Dean Parisot Writers: Jon and Erich Hoeber Starring: Bruce Willis, Mary-Louise Parker and John Malkovich ‘Forgettable Sequel’ By settling…
“Hitchcock” (2012) – Anthony Hopkins’ Brilliant Hitchcock Biopic
Director: Sacha Gervasi Writer: John J. McLaughlin (based off book by Stephen Rebello) Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Helen Mirren, Scarlett Johansson…
“Thor” (2011) – Anthony Hopkins’ 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…
“Amistad” (1997) – Anthony Hopkins’ Spectacular Slavery Masterpiece
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Djimon Hounsou, Morgan Freeman and Anthony Hopkins ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made movies…
“The Remains of the Day” (1993) – Anthony Hopkins’ Beautiful Period Piece
Director: James Ivory Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson and Christopher Reeves ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few books ever published about British…
“Chaplin” (1992) – Anthony Hopkins’ Brilliant Charlie Chaplin Biopic
Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Marisa Tomei and Anthony Hopkins ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Bram Stoker’s Dracula” (1992) – Anthony Hopkins’ Bold Masterpiece About Scary Vampires
Director: Francis Cord Coppola Starring: Gary Oldman, Winona Ryder and Anthony Hopkins ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Silence of the Lambs” (1991) – Anthony Hopkins’ Spectacular Serial Killer Classic
Director: Jonathan Demme Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Jodie Foster and Ted Levine ‘A Serial Killer Masterpiece’ Few figures in popular culture…
“The Elephant Man” (1980) – Anthony Hopkins’ Captivating Disability Classic
Writer/Director: David Lynch Starring: John Hurt, Anthony Hopkins and Anne Bancroft ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Brad Pitt Films
Few actors in Hollywood have lit a bright spark into movies like Brad Pitt. Following his stardom during the 1990’s,…
“F1: The Movie” (2025) – Brad Pitt’s Breathtaking Formula 1 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 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 Powerful Drug Addiction Drama
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 Hollywood
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have…
“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…
“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…
“World War Z” (2013) – Brad Pitt’s Boring Zombie Invasion Blockbuster
Director: Marc Forster Writers: Drew Goddard, Matthew Carnahan and Damon Lindelof Starring: Brad Pitt, Mireille Enos and Fana Mokoena ‘Bland…
“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…
“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…
“Troy” (2004) – Brad Pitt’s Magnificent Historical Masterpiece
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 Captivating Casino Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“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…
“Se7en” (1995) – Brad Pitt’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…
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.…
“Maudie” (2017) – Ethan Hawke’s Powerful Portrait of a Famous Canadian Painter
Director: Aisling Walsh Writer: Sherry White Starring: Sally Hawkins, Ethan Hawke and Kari Matchett ‘Deeply Moving Biopic’ Maud Lewis is…
“Boyhood” (2014) – Ethan Hawke’s Captivating Classic About Childhood
Writer/Director: Richard Linklater Starring: Ellar Coltrane, Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ About halfway through Richard Linklater’s “Boyhood”,…
“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…
“Veer-Zaara” (2004) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Captivating Bollywood Classic About Doomed Love
Writer/Director: Yash Chopra Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta and Rani Mukherji ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few directors in Bollywood are…
“Anora” (2024) – Sean Baker’s Amazing Oscar-Winning Masterpiece About Prostitution
Writer/Director: Sean Baker Starring: Mikey Madison, Mark Eidelstein and Yuriy Borisov ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Prostitution 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 About Isolation
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Amitabh Bachchan’s Great Adaptation
Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires…
“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…
“Footloose” (1984) – Kevin Bacon’s Magnificent Musical Masterpiece
Director: Herbert Ross Starring: Kevin Bacon, Lori Singer and John Lithgow ‘A Magnificent Musical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Taxi Driver” (1976) – Robert De Niro’s Timeless Classic About Troubled Taxi Drivers
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel and Jodie Foster ‘A Timeless Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
My Favourite Meryl Streep Films
Few actresses keep audiences entertained like Meryl Streep. Since the 1980’s, Streep has become an icon in the film industry.…
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