Director: Rajkumar Hirani Starring: Aamir Khan, Madhavan and Sharman Joshi ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever felt intense pressure to…
Movie Reviews
“Ghajini” (2008) – Aamir Khan’s Meaningful Bollywood Masterpiece About Memory
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 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: Once Upon a Time in India” (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 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 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 Captivating 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…
“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…
“Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak” (1988) – Aamir Khan’s Captivating Bollywood Romantic Classic
Director: Mansoon Khan Starring: Aamir Khan, Juhi Chawla and Dalip Tahil ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are…
“Dil” (1990) – Aamir Khan’s Brilliant Bollywood Romantic Classic About Social Class Barriers
Director: Indra Kumar Starring: Aamir Khan, Madhuri Dixit and Anupam Kher ‘A Captivating Bollywood 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…
“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…
“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 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 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 Crime Classic
Director: Antoine Fuqua Starring: Denzel Washington, Ethan Hawke and Scott Glenn ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Few movie-stars in Hollywood have…
“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…
“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…
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Arranged Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always…
“Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India” (2001) – Gracy Singh’s Breathtaking Bollywood Classic About Cricket Champions
Writer/Director: Ashutosh Gowariker Starring: Aamir Khan, Gracy Singh and Paul Blackthorne Few actors in Bollywood are as celebrated today as…
“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) – 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…
“X-Men” (2000) – Hugh Jackman’s Extraordinary X-Men Introduction
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen ‘An Excellent Blockbuster’ When it comes to the greatest…
“Die Hard” (1988) – Bruce Willis’ Captivating Cops 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…
“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…
“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…
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 About Isolation
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” (1972) – Al Pacino’s 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 Marriage Masterpiee
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 Baseball Classic
Writer/Director: Phil Alden Robinson Starring: Kevin Costner, Ray Liotta and James Earl Jones ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood…
“Dil” (1990) – Aamir Khan’s Brilliant Bollywood Romantic Classic About Barriers of Social Class
Director: Indra Kumar Starring: Aamir Khan, Madhuri Dixit and Anupam Kher ‘A Captivating Bollywood Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are…
“Frankenstein” (2025) – Oscar Isaac’s Fantastic Oscar-Winning Period Piece About a Monster
Writer/Director: Guillermo Del Toro Starring: Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elrodi and Mia Goth ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ When it comes to…
“At Eternity’s Gate” (2018) – Willem Dafoe’s Breathtaking Biopic About Vincent Van Gogh
Director: Julian Schnabel Starring: Willem Dafoe, Oscar Isaac and Mads Mikkelsen ‘A Brilliant Biopic’ Not many actors that achieved fame…
“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…
“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…
“The Untouchables” (1987) – Robert De Niro’s Mesmerizing Prohibition Masterpiece
Director: Brian De Palma Starring: Kevin Costner, Robert De Niro and Sean Connery ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors which achieved…
“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…
“Chariots of Fire” (1981) – Hugh Hudson’s Spectacular Olympics Sports Classic
Director: Hugh Hudson Starring: Ben Cross, Ian Charleson, Nicholas Farrell ‘Spectacular Sports Drama’ “Chariots of Fire” is directed by Hugh…
“Downton Abbey” (2019) – Michael Engler’s Beautiful Adaptation of a British Television Series
Director: Michael Engler Starring: Maggie Smith, Hugh Bonneville and Jim Carter ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“Darkest Hour” (2017) – Joe Wright’s Brilliant Biopic About Churchill
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Gary Oldman, Lily James and Ben Mendehlson ‘A Captivating Period Piece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Gosford Park” (2001) – Robert Altman’s Magnificent British Murder Mystery
Director: Robert Altman Starring: Michael Gambon, Maggie Smith and Charles Dance ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Skyfall” (2012) – Sam Mendes’ Brilliant British Bond Sequel
Director: Sam Mendes Writers: Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, and John Logan Starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes ‘Brilliant Bond…
“Bright Star” (2008) – Jane Campion’s Beautiful Period Piece About a British Poet
Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Ben Whishaw, Abbie Cornish and Paul Schneider ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Gandhi”” (1982) – Richard Attenborough’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Gandhi
Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in…
“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Tom Hooper’s Brilliant Biopic About a British King
Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in…
“The Remains of the Day” (1993) – James Ivory’s Beautiful Period Piece About British Butlers
Director: James Ivory Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson and Christopher Reeves ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few books ever published about British…
“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – My Favourite British Film
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s…
The Best British Films Ever Made Ranked
Not many countries have made movies earning appreciation of Britain. Since the 1970’s, stories of British people have made for…
“F1: The Movie” (2025) – Brad Pitt’s Fantastic Oscar-Winning 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 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 Period Piece About Old Hollywood
Writer/Director: Damien Chazelle Starring: Diego Calva, Margot Robbie, Brad Pitt …
“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Brad Pitt’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…
“Ad Astra” (2019) – Brad Pitt’s Spectacular Sci-fi Blockbuster
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 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 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 Meaningful Masterpiece About Aging
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 Crime Classic
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…
“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…
“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…
“Legends of the Fall” (1994) – Brad Pitt’s Magnificent Historical Masterpiece
Director: Edward Zwick Starring: Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins and Aidan Quinn ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ 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…
“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 Disabilities
Not many genres have built a legacy as strong as disability. Since the 1970’s, the disability genre has produced unforgettable…
My Favourite Disaster Films of All-Time
Few genres attract audiences to the theatre like disaster. Since the 1990’s, the disaster genre has produced strong movies. Whether…
My Favourite Philip Seymour Hoffman Films
Not many actors earned appreciation of Phillip Seymour Hoffman. Since the 1990’s, Hoffman became an icon. Whether it’s masterful leaders,…
“The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” (2013) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Spectacular Hunger Games Sequel
Director: Francis Lawrence Starring: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved…
“The Master” (2012) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Religious Cults
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Phillip Seymour Hoffman and Amy Adams ‘A Masterful Achievement’ Not many actors in…
“Moneyball” (2011) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’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 Ides of March” (2011) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Powerful Political Masterpiece
Writer/Director: George Clooney Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Ryan Gosling and Paul Giamatti ‘A Powerful Political Masterpiece’ Not many actors have built…
“Doubt” (2008) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Remarkable Religious Masterpiece
Director: John Patrick Shanley Starring: Amy Adams, Meryl Streep and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in…
“Synecdoche, New York” (2008) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Grief
Writer/Director: Charlie Kaufmann Starring: Philip Seymour Hoffman, Catherine Keener and Emily Watson ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses have made…
“Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead” (2007) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Gritty Gangster Period Piece
Director: Sidney Lumet Starring: Philip Seymour Hoffman, Ethan Hawke and Marisa Tomei ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Mission: Impossible 3” (2006) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Exciting Mission Impossible Sequel
Writer/Director: J.J. Abrams Starring: Tom Cruise, Michelle Monaghan and Ving Rhames ‘A Marvellous Mission Accomplished’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Red Dragon” (2002) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’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…
“Almost Famous” (2000) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Captivating Classic About Fame
Writer/Director: Cameron Crowe Starring: Frances McDormand, Billy Crudup and Kate Hudson ‘A Famous Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved…
“The Talented Mr. Ripley” (1999) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Con-Artist Classic
Writer/Director: Anthony Minghella Starring: Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood that…
“Magnolia” (1999) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Most Emotional Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: John C. Reilly, Julianne Moore and Tom Cruise ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in…
“The Big Lebowski” (1998) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Comedy Classic
Writers/Directors: The Coen Brothers Starring: John Goodman, Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Boogie Nights” (1997) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’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…
“Twister” (1996) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Terrific Tornado Disaster Blockbuster
Director: Jan De Bont Starring: Bill Paxton, Helen Hunt and Phillip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Dazzling Disaster Blockbuster’ Tornadoes are terrifying…
“Scent of a Woman” (1992) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’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…
My Favourite Michael Shannon Films
Not many actors have earned appreciation of Michael Shannon. Since the 1990’s, Shannon has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s…
“Nuremberg” (2025) – Michael Shannon’s Haunting Historical Drama About Nazi Germany
Writer/Director: James Vanderbilt Starring: Rami Malek, Russell Crowe and John Slattery ‘A Mesmerizing Drama’ The Holocaust is a controversial subject…
“A Different Man” (2024) – Michael Shannon’s Mesmerizing Psychological Drama About Facial Deformities
Writer/Director: Aaron Schimberg Starring: Sebastian Stan, Adam Pearson and Renate Reinsve ‘A Captivating Dark Comedy’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Bullet Train” (2022) – Michael Shannon’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…
“Knives Out” (2019) – Michael Shannon’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a…
“The Shape of Water” (2017) – Michael Shannon’s Fantastic Fish Fantasy Epic
Writer/Director: Guillermo Del Toro Co-writer: Vanessa Taylor Starring: Sally Hawkins, Octavia Spencer and Michael Shannon ‘Spellbinding Epic’ So far, 2017…
“Nocturnal Animals” (2016) – Michael Shannon’s 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) – Michael Shannon’s Worst Movie
Director: Zack Snyder Starring: Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill and Scoot McNairy ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Man of Steel” (2013) – Michael Shannon’s Soaring Superman Reboot
Director: Zack Snyder Writer: David S. Goyer (based on story by Christopher Nolan) Starring: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams and Michael…
“Premium Rush” (2012) – Michael Shannon’s Breathtaking Bicycling Thriller
Writer/Director: David Koepp Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Dania Ramirez and Michael Shannon ‘Brilliant Bicycling Thriller’ “Premium Rush” is written and directed…
“Revolutionary Road” (2008) – Michael Shannon’s Meaningful Marriage Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Michael Shannon, Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead” (2007) – Michael Shannon’s Gritty Gangster Period Piece
Director: Sidney Lumet Starring: Philip Seymour Hoffman, Ethan Hawke and Marisa Tomei ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“8 Mile” (2002) – Michael Shannon’s Mesmerizing Music Masterpiece About Eminem
Director: Curtis Hanson Starring: Anthony Mackie, Eminem and Kim Basinger ‘A Mesmerizing Musical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Vanilla Sky” (2001) – Michael Shannon’s Meaningful Romantic Masterpiece
Director: Cameron Crowe Starring: Tom Cruise, Penelope Cruz and Cameron Diaz ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Mark Ruffalo Films
Not many actors that gained fame years ago are as beloved as Mark Ruffalo. Since the 1990’s, Ruffalo has become…
“Mickey 17” (2024) – Mark Ruffalo’s Spectacular Sci-fi Satire
Writer/Director: Bong Joon-ho Starring: Robert Pattinson, Toni Collette and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Spectacular Satire’ Few science-fiction books ever written about…
“Poor Things” (2023) – Mark Ruffalo’s Fantastic Feminist Period Piece
Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Starring: Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Willem Dafoe …
“Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” (2021) – Mark Ruffalo’s Marvellous Martial Arts Epic
Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Starring: Simu Liu, Awkwafina and Tony Leung ‘Marvel-ous Martial-Arts Epic’ Crazy rich abilities of Asian communities…
“Dark Waters” (2019) – Mark Ruffalo’s Captivating Courtroom Drama
Director: Todd Haynes Writers: Mario Correa and Matthew Michael Carnahan Starring: Mark Ruffalo, Anne Hathaway and Tim Robbins ‘Tense Legal…
“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Mark Ruffalo’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) – Mark Ruffalo’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…
“Thor: Ragnarok” (2017) – Mark Ruffalo’s Spectacular Thor Sequel
Director: Taika Waititi Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Karl Urban and Tom Hiddlestone ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Spotlight” (2015) – Mark Ruffalo’s Spectacular Religious Scandal Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Tom McCarthy Co-writer: Josh Singer Starring: Michael Keaton, Mark Ruffalo and Rachel McAdams ‘Filmmaking at its Finest’ It is…
“Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015) – Mark Ruffalo’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…
“Foxcatcher” (2014) – Mark Ruffalo’s Breathtaking Boxing Drama
Director: Bennett Miller Starring: Mark Ruffalo, Channing Tatum and Steve Carell ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood that…
“Begin Again” (2013) – Mark Ruffalo’s Mesmerizing Music Masterpiece
Director: John Carney Starring: Mark Ruffalo, Keira Knightley and Hailee Steinfeld ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood that…
“Now You See Me” (2013) – Mark Ruffalo’s Mesmerizing Magician Masterpiece
Director: Louis Leterrier Starring: Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine and Woody Harrelson ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Iron Man 3” (2013) – Mark Ruffalo’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) – Mark Ruffalo’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…
“Shutter Island” (2010) – Mark Ruffalo’s Mystery Masterpiece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Ruffalo and Sir Ben Kingsley ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood that…
“Zodiac” (2007) – Mark Ruffalo’s Serial Killer Classic
Writer/Director: David Fincher Starring: Brian Cox, Jake Gyllenhaal and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Collateral” (2004) – Mark Ruffalo’s Crime Classic
Director: Michael Mann Starring: Tom Cruise, Mark Ruffalo and Jamie Foxx ‘A Captivating Thriller’ Not many actors that achieved fame…
“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” (2004) – Mark Ruffalo’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Memory
Director: Michel Gondry Starring: Kate Winslet, Jim Carrey and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have the…
“You Can Count on Me” (2000) – Mark Ruffalo’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Mothers
Director: Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Mark Ruffalo, Laura Linney and Matthew Broderick ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood that…
My Favourite Aaron Taylor-Johnson Films
Not many actors have earned recognition of Aaron Taylor-Johnson. Since the 2000’s, Taylor-Johnson has become a beloved British icon. Whether…
“28 Years Later” (2025) – Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Spectacular Zombie Survival Blockbuster
Director: Danny Boyle Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer and Ralph Fiennes ‘A Captivating Thriller’ When it comes to the greatest…
“Nosferatu” (2024) – Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Powerful Vampire Period Piece
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Starring: Lily Rose-Depp, Nicholas Hoult and Bill Skarsgard ‘A Marvellous Period Piece’ When it comes to the…
“The Fall Guy” (2024) – Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Captivating Stuntman Comedy
Director: David Leitch Starring: Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt, Aaron Taylor-Johnson …
“Bullet Train” (2022) – Aaron Taylor-Johnson’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…
“Tenet” (2020) – Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Terrific Time Travel Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: John David Washington, Robert Pattinson and Elizabeth Debicki ‘A Mind-Blowing Marvel’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“Nocturnal Animals” (2016) – Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Mesmerizing Mystery Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Tom Ford Starring: Amy Adams, Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Shannon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015) – Aaron Taylor-Johnson’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) – Aaron Taylor-Johnson’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…
“Anna Karenina” (2012) – Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Remarkable Romantic Period Piece
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Keira Knightley and Jude Law ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Nowhere Boy” (2009) – Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Brilliant Biopic About John Lennon
Director: Sam Taylor-Wood Starring Aaron Johnson, Kristin Scott Thomas, Thomas Sangster ‘Brilliant Beatles Biopic’ “Nowhere Boy” is directed by Sam…
My Favourite Andy Serkis Films
Not many actors in Hollywood have made movies as precious as Andy Serkis. Following the 1990’s, Serkis has become an…
“The Batman” (2022) – Andy Serkis’ Captivating Comic-Book Masterpiece
Director: Matt Reeves Starring: Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz and Paul Dano ‘A Breathtaking Blockbuster’ Few actors in Hollywood gained recognition…
“War for the Planet of the Apes” (2017) – Andy Serkis’ Fantastic Planet of the Apes Farewell
Writer/Director: Matt Reeves Co-writer: Mark Bomback Starring: Andy Serkis, Woody Harrelson and Steve Zahn ‘Fantastic Apes Finale’ Ever since it…
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015) – Andy Serkis’ 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…
“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” (2012) – Andy Serkis’ Powerful Lord of the Rings Prequel
Written and Directed by Peter Jackson Also Written by Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, and Guillermo del Toro (based off book by…
“Rise of the Planet of the Apes” (2011) – Andy Serkis’ Powerful Planet of the Apes Reboot
Director: Rupert Wyatt Starring: James Franco, Frieda Pinto and Andy Serkis ‘A Captivating Apes Classic’ Not many actors that achieved…
“The Adventures of Tintin” (2011) – Andy Serkis’ Captivating Animated Classic About Adventurous Captains
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Andy Serkis, Daniel Craig and Simon Pegg ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made movies…
“Arthur Christmas” (2011) – Andy Serkis’ Captivating Animated Christmas Classic
Directors: Sarah Smith and Barry Cook Starring: James McAvoy, Hugh Laurie, Billy Nighy ‘Astonishing Animation’ “Arthur Christmas” is directed by…
“The Prestige” (2006) – Andy Serkis’ Mesmerizing Magician Masterpiece
Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale and Michael Caine ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“King Kong” (2005) – Andy Serkis’ Dazzling Disaster Blockbuster About a Monstrous Ape
Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Naomi Watts, Kyle Chandler and Jack Black ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” (2003) – Andy Serkis’ Fantastic Lord of the Rings Finale
Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis and Sean Astin ‘A Fantastic Finale’ When it comes to the greatest…
“The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers” (2002) – Andy Serkis’ Towering Lord of the Rings Sequel
Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis and Viggo Mortensen ‘A Towering Sequel’ Few books ever written about precious…
“The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” (2001) – Andy Serkis’ Fantastic Fantasy Classic
Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen and Viggo Mortensen ‘A Fantasy Masterpiece’ When it comes to the greatest…
“Dawn of the Planet of the Apes” (2014) – Andy Serkis’ Spectacular Planet of the Apes Sequel
Director: Matt Reeves Writers: Mark Bomback, Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver Starring: Andy Serkis, Jason Clarke and Gary Oldman ‘Spectacular…
“Sarkar” (2005) – Amitabh Bachchan’s Brilliant Bollywood Remake of The Godfather
Director: Ram Gopal Verma Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan and Kay Kay Menon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in…
“Jackson” (2026) – Jaafar Jackson’s Brilliant Michael Jackson Biopic
Director: Antoine Fuqua Starring: Jaafar Jackson, Colman Domingo and Miles Teller ‘Brilliant Biopic’ When it comes to singers that deserve…
My Favourite Films About Teenagers
Not many characters attract audiences to theatres like teenagers. Since the 1980’s, teens have often appeared in memorable movies. Whether…
“10 Things I Hate About You” (1999) – Gil Junger’s Coming-of-Age Classic About Teenagers
Director: Gil Junger Starring: Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles and Joseph Gordon-Levitt ‘A Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“The Spectacular Now” (2013) – James Ponsoldt’s Spectacular Drama About Romantic Teenagers
Director: James Ponsoldt Writer: Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber Starring: Miles Teller, Shailene Woodley and Brie Larson ‘Spectacular Romantic…
“Lady Bird” (2017) – Greta Gerwig’s Coming-of-Age Classic About Teen Girls
Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf and Lucas Hedges ‘Captivating Drama’ There is no time in a person’s…
“Eighth Grade” (2018) – Bo Burnham’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Drama About Teen Girls
Writer/Director: Bo Burnham Starring: Elsie Fisher, Josh Hamilton and Emily Robinson ‘Astonishing Drama’ Perhaps, no time in a person’s life…
“Clueless” (1995) – Amy Heckerling’s Coming-of-Age Classic About Clueless Teenagers
Writer/Director: Amy Heckerling Starring: Alicia Silverstone, Paul Rudd and Stacey Dash ‘A Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Short Term 12” (2013) – Destin Daniel Cretton’s Moving Masterpiece About Troubled Teens
Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Starring: Brie Larson, Rami Malek and LaKeith Steilfeld ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Stephen Chbosky’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Anxious Teenagers
Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people…
“Dead Poets Society” (1989) – Peter Weir’s Captivating Poetry Classic
Director: Peter Weir Starring: Robin Williams, Ethan Hawke and Josh Charles ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have had…
“Boyhood” (2014) – Richard Linklater’s Moving Masterpiece About Childhood
Writer/Director: Richard Linklater Starring: Ellar Coltrane, Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ About halfway through Richard Linklater’s “Boyhood”,…
“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – My Favourite Film About Teenagers
Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time…
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 I” (2023) – Tom Cruise’s Magnificent Mission 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
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
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 Exhilarating 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 Magnificent 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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