Director: Aamir Khan Starring: Aamir Khan, Darsheel Safary and Vipin Sharma ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Few actors in Bollywood are as…
Movie Reviews
“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 Terrific Bollywood Terrorism Classic
Writer/Director: Kunal Kohli Starring: Aamir Khan, Kajol and Rishi Kapoor ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Bollywood are as beloved…
“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…
“Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander” (1992) – Aamir Khan’s Brilliant Bollywood Sports Classic About Bicyclists
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…
My Favourite Murder Mystery Films
Not many genres are as strong as the murder mystery. Since the 1980’s, the whodunit genre has made unforgettable movies.…
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 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 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…
“Kal Ho Naa Ho” (2003) – Saif Ali Khan’s Heartbreaking Bollywood Classic About Terminal Illness
Director: Nikkhil Advani Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta and Saif Ali Khan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood…
“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…
“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) – Russell Crowe’s Mesmerizing Medieval Masterpiece
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Neilsen ‘Mesmerizing Medieval Epic’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood have got a…
“Die Hard” (1988) – Bruce Willis’ Captivating Action Classic
Director: John McTiernan Starring: Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman and Bonnie Bedelia ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame years…
“Apocalypse Now” (1979) – Marlon Brando’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…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert Pattinson’s Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
“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…
“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Michelle Williams’ Magnificent Marilyn Monroe Biopic
Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by…
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 Powerful 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
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 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 Captivating Classic About Blindness
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 Crime Films
Few film genres have stood the test of time like crime. Since the 1970’s, the genre has made strong movies.…
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 Addict 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 Masterpiece
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 Fathers
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…
“Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander” (1992) – Aamir Khan’s Bollywood Sports Classic About Bicyclist Brothers
Director: Mansoor Khan Starring: Aamir Khan, Deepak Tijori and Ayesha Jhulka ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are as…
“Sinners” (2025) – Michael B. Jordan’s Meaningful Oscar-Winning Masterpiece About Twin Brothers
Writer/Director: Ryan Coogler Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfield and Jack O’ Connell ‘A Meaningful Period Piece’ Brothers are powerful…
“Avatar” (2009) – Sam Worthington’s Spectacular Science-fiction Masterpiece About Doomed Planets
Writer/Director: James Cameron Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana and Sigourney Weaver ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses 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…
“Heat” (1995) – Robert De Niro’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…
“Raiders of the Lost Ark” (1981) – Steven Spielberg’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…
“The Godfather” (1972) – Robert Duvall’s Magnificent Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan ‘A Mobster Masterpiece’ Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘The Godfather’ is…
“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 G. Innaritu’s Meaningful Wilderness Survival Masterpiece
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 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 Life-Affirming Survival Book
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 Spectacular Hurricane Survival Drama
Director: Baltasar Kormakur Writer: Aaron Kandell, Jordan Kandell and David Branson Smith Starring: Shailene Woodley and Sam Claflin ‘Spectacular Survival…
“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…
“Cast Away” (2000) – Robert Zemeckis’ Island Survival Classic
Director: Robert Zemeckis Starring: Tom Hanks, Helen Hunt and Nick Searcy ‘A Captivating Survival Classic’ Imagine being stranded alone on…
“The Pianist” (2002) – Roman Polanski’s Haunting Holocaust Survival Masterpiece
Director: Roman Polanski Starring: Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann and Frank Finlay ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ The Holocaust is a sensitive subject…
“The Shawshank Redemption” (1994) – Frank Darabont’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Prison Survival
Writer/Director: Frank Darabont Starring: Morgan Freeman, Tim Robbins and Bob Gunton ‘A Powerful Prison Classic’ When it comes to the…
“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…
The Best Films Made About Survival Ranked
Not many film genres are as powerful as survival. Stories of individuals that survive tragedy have been made into unforgettable…
“The Banker” (2020) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Brilliant Banking Period Piece
Director: George Nolfi Starring: Anthony Mackie, Samuel L. Jackson and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” (2019) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Satisfying Star Wars Finale
Writer/Director: J.J. Abrams Co-writer: Chris Terrio Starring: Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver and John Boyega ‘A Satisfactory Finale’ When it comes…
“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Fantastic Avengers Farewell
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth…
“Incredibles 2” (2018) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Incredible Animated Sequel
Writer/Director: Brad Bird Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson ‘An Incredible Sequel’ When it comes to…
“Avengers: Infinity War” (2018) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Superb Avengers Sequel
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland…
“Kong: Skull Island” (2017) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Dazzling Disaster Blockbuster
Director: Jordan Vogt-Roberts Starring: Shea Whigham, Tom Hiddleston and Brie Larson ‘A Captivating Blockbuster’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Hateful Eight” (2015) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Wonderful Western
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Samuel L. Jackson,, Kurt Russell and Tim Roth ‘A Wonderful Western’ Not many actors have achieved…
“Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015) – Samuel L. Jackson’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…
“Kingsman: The Secret Service” (2014) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Spectacular British Spies Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Matthew Vaughn Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Taron Edgerton and Michael Caine ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have achieved…
“Captain America: The Winter Soldier” (2014) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Spectacular Sequel
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely and Ed Brubaker Starring: Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Samuel…
“Django Unchained” (2012) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Spectacular Slavery Western
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Bloody Great Time’ You don’t always see long movies…
“The Avengers” (2012) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Amazing Avengers Introduction
Writer/Director: Joss Whedon Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Mark Ruffalo ‘Marvel-ous Entertainment’ “The Avengers” is written and directed…
“Thor” (2011) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Comic-Book Classic
Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston and Clark Gregg ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Captain America: The First Avenger” (2011) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Captivating Blockbuster
Director: Joe Johnston Starring: Chris Evans, Hayley Atwell and Hugo Weaving ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actresses In Hollywood…
“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Glorious WWII Satire
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several…
“Iron Man” (2008) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Marvellous Masterpiece
Director: Jon Favreau Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow and Jeff Bridges ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actors that…
“Snakes on a Plane” (2006) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Hilarious Cult Classic About Airplanes
Director: David R. Ellis Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Nathan Phillips and Rachel Blanchard ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have…
“The Incredibles” (2004) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Incredible Animated Classic
Writer/Director: Brad Bird Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have…
“Unbreakable” (2000) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Most Underrated Movie
Writer/Director: M. Night Shyamalan Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Bruce Willis and Robin Wright ‘A Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actors have…
“Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace” (1999) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Spectacular Star Wars Prequel
Writer/Director: George Lucas Starring; Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor and Natalie Portman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Out of Sight” (1998) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Spectacular Spies Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Ving Rhames, George Clooney and Jennifer Lopez ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Not many filmmakers in Hollywood…
“Jackie Brown” (1997) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Captivating Con-Artist Classic
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Robert De Niro, Michael Keaton and Bridget Fonda ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“A Time to Kill” (1996) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Courtroom Classic
Director: Joel Schumacher Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Matthew McConaughey and Sandra Bullock ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Die Hard With a Vengeance” (1995) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Superb Die Hard Sequel
Director: John McTiernan Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Bruce Willis and Jeremy Irons ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have achieved…
“Pulp Fiction” (1994) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Powerful Pulp Crime Classic
WARNING: Significant Spoilers in review Written and directed by Quentin Tarantino Also written by Roger Avary Starring Samuel L. Jackson, John…
“True Romance” (1993) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Crime Classic
Director: Tony Scott Starring: Gary Oldman, Christian Slater and Val Kilmer ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“Jurassic Park” (1993) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Dazzling Dinosaur Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Richard Attenborough ‘A Dazzling Dinosaur Classic’ Dinosaurs are terrifying creatures which…
“Jungle Fever” (1991) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Meaningful Romantic Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Spike Lee Starring: Wesley Snipes, Samuel L. Jackson and Ruby Dee ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have achieved…
“Goodfellas” (1990) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci ‘Mobster Masterpiece’ Few figures fascinate filmmakers as much as…
“Do the Right Thing” (1989) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Bold Masterpiece About Racism
Writer/Director: Spike Lee Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Spike Lee and Turturro ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have achieved praise…
Samuel L. Jackson’s Best Films Ranked
Few actors in Hollywood have earned appreciation of Samuel L. Jackson. Ever since the 1990’s, Jackson has become an icon.…
My Favourite Courtroom Dramas
Few characters attract audiences to theatres like lawyers. Since the 1950’s, the legal genre has made unforgettable movies. Whether it’s…
My Favourite Action Films
Not many film genres have gained the appreciation of action. Since the 1980’s, the action genre has produced unforgettable movies.…
My Favourite Westerns of All-Time
Not many genres have managed to earn a following as big as the Western. Since the 1960’s, the genre has…
My Favourite Clint Eastwood Films
Few actors in Hollywood are as beloved as Clint Eastwood. Ever since the 1950’s, Eastwood has become an icon. Whether…
“Juror #2” (2024) – Clint Eastwood’s Captivating Courtroom Drama About Guilty Jurors
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Nicholas Hoult, J.K. Simmons and Toni Collette ‘A Captivating Courtroom Classic’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood are…
“Richard Jewell” (2019) – Clint Eastwood’s Captivating Crime Drama About a Real-Life Hero
Director: Clint Eastwood Writer: Billy Ray (based on article by Marie Brenner) Starring: Paul Walter Hauser, Sam Rockwell and Kathy…
“The Mule” (2018) – Clint Eastwood’s Captivating Drug Cartel Crime Drama
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Clint Eastwood, Bradley Cooper and Laurence Fishburne ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many stars have made films…
“Sully” (2016) – Clint Eastwood’s Breathtaking Biopic
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Tom Hanks, Aaron Eckhart and Anna Gunn ‘A Brilliant Biopic’ Not many actors are as celebrated…
“American Sniper” (2014) – Clint Eastwood’s Magnificent War Masterpiece
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller and Kyle Gallner ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“J. Edgar” (2011) – Clint Eastwood’s Most Underrated Movie
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Armie Hammer and Naomi Watts ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors that gained fame…
“Gran Torino” (2008) – Clint Eastwood’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Aging War Veterans
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Clint Eastwood, Bee Vang and Ahney Har ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood are as…
“Million Dollar Baby” (2004) – Clint Eastwood’s Breathtaking Boxing Masterpiece
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Clint Eastwood, Morgan Freeman, Hilary Swank ‘Spectacular Drama’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood have built a career…
“Mystic River” (2003) – Clint Eastwood’s Magnificent Mystery Masterpiece
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Sean Penn, Laurence Fishburne and Tim Robbins ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Bridges of Madison County” (1995) – Clint Eastwood’s Romantic Masterpiece
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Clint Eastwood, Meryl Streep and Annie Corley ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Unforgiven” (1992) – Clint Eastwood’s Unforgettable Western
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring; Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman and Morgan Freeman ‘A Wonderful Western’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood are as…
“The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” (1966) – Clint Eastwood’s Spectacular Spaghetti Western
“It’s not a joke, it’s a rope, Tuco. Now I want you to get up there and put you head…
My Favourite Matt Damon Films
Not many movie-stars in Hollywood have built reputation as strong as Matt Damon. Following stardom during the 1990’s, Damon has…
“The Rip” (2026) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Crime Thriller About Conflicted Cops
Writer/Director: Joe Carnahan Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and Steven Yeun ‘A Captivating Crime Thriller’ Not many actors have achieved…
“Oppenheimer” (2023) – Matt Damon’s Outstanding Oscar-Winner About Oppenheimer
Writer/Director: Christopher NolanStarring: Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr., Emily Blunt …
“Air” (2023) – Matt Damon’s Brilliant Nike Business Biopic
Director: Ben Affleck Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Viola Davis …
“Thor: Love and Thunder” (2022) – Matt Damon’s Satisfying 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…
“The Last Duel” (2021) – Matt Damon’s Mesmerizing Medieval Epic
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Jodie Comer, Matt Damon and Adam Driver ‘Mesmerizing Medieval Epic’ Testimonies of bravehearted women…
“Stillwater” (2021) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Writer/Director: Tom McCarthy Starring: Matt Damon, Abigail Breslin and Camille Cottin Not many actors have achieved recognition of Matt Damon.…
“Ford v. Ferrari” (2019) – Matt Damon’s Breathtaking Racing Blockbuster
Director: James Mangold Starring: Jon Bernthal, Matt Damon and Christian Bale ‘A Captivating Race Car Classic’ Not many actors in…
“Deadpool 2” (2018) – Matt Damon’s Superb Deadpool Sequel
Director: David Leitch Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Josh Brolin and Morena Baccarin ‘A Spectacular Sequel’ When it comes to the most…
“Thor Ragnarok” (2017) – Matt Damon’s Spectacular Thor Sequel
Director: Taika Waititi Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Karl Urban and Tom Hiddlestone ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Martian” (2015) – Matt Damon’s Space Survival Masterpiece
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Matt Damon, Jessica Chastain and Kristen Wig ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Can you imagine being stranded on…
“Interstellar” (2014) – Matt Damon’s Spectacular Sci-fi Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few directors in Hollywood have achieved…
“Elysium” (2013) – Matt Damon’s Spectacular Sci-fi Epic
Writer/Director: Neill Blomkamp Starring: Matt Damon, Jodie Foster and Sharlto Copley ‘Original Entertainment’ In a Summer that’s so far occupied…
“We Bought a Zoo” (2011) – Matt Damon’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Zoos
Writer/Director: Cameron Crowe Starring: Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson and Thomas Haden Church ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have achieved…
“Contagion” (2011) – Matt Damon’s Mesmerizing Horror Masterpiece
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Matt Damon, Laurence Fishburne and Gwyneth Paltrow ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Adjustment Bureau” (2011) – Matt Damon’s Spectacular Spies Blockbuster
Director: George Nolfi Starring: Matt Damon, Emily Blunt and Anthony Mackie ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“True Grit” (2010) – Matt Damon’s Wonderful Western
Writer/Directors: The Coen Brothers Starring: Josh Brolin, Jeff Bridges and Hailee Steinfeld ‘A Wonderful Western’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Invictus” (2009) – Matt Damon’s Mesmerizing Mandela Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Matt Damon, Morgan Freeman and Patrick Mofokeng ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“The Informant!” (2008) – Matt Damon’s Spectacular FBI Satire
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Matt Damon, Scott Bakula and Joel McHale ‘A Spectacular Satire’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“The Bourne Ultimatum” (2007) – Matt Damon’s Superb Bourne Sequel
Director: Paul Greengrass Starring: Matt Damon, Julia Stiles and David Strathairn ‘A Spectacular Sequel’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“The Good Shepherd” (2006) – Matt Damon’s Most Underrated Movie
Director: Robert De Niro Starring: Robert De Niro, Matt Damon and Angelina Jolie ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors which achieved…
“The Departed” (2006) – Matt Damon’s Crime Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals…
“The Bourne Identity” (2002) – Matt Damon’s Spectacular Spies Blockbuster
Director: Doug Liman Starring: Matt Damon, Chris Cooper and Clive Owen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Matt Damon’s Casino Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Talented Mr. Ripley” (1999) – Matt Damon’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…
“Dogma” (1999) – Matt Damon’s Religious Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Kevin Smith Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and Salma Hayek ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“Saving Private Ryan” (1998) – Matt Damon’s Magnificent WWII Masterpiece
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Edward Burns ‘Wonderful War Epic’ Few filmmakers in the world are as…
“Rounders” (1998) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Poker Classic
Director: John Dahl Starring: Matt Damon, Edward Norton and John Turturro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“The Rainmaker” (1997) – Matt Damon’s Courtroom Classic
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Matt Damon, Danny DeVito and Claire Danes ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ The Rainmaker Not many actors…
“Good Will Hunting” (1997) – Matt Damon’s Coming-of-Age Classic
Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Robin Williams ‘A Timeless Classic’ Teachers are powerful figures that shape…
“Field of Dreams” (1989) – Matt Damon’s Baseball Classic
Writer/Director: Phil Alden Robinson Starring: Kevin Costner, Ray Liotta and James Earl Jones ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood…
My Favourite Joaquin Phoenix Films
Not many actors in Hollywood transfix audiences like Joaquin Phoenix. Following stardom during the 1980’s, Phoenix has become an icon…
“Eddington” (2025) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Powerful Political Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Ari Aster Starring: Emma Stone, Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal ‘A Wonderful Western’ Not many actresses in Hollywood are…
“Joker: Folie a Deux” (2024) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Worst Movie
Writer/Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga and Brendan Gleeson ‘A Marvellous Sequel’ Few villains in popular culture are…
“Joker” (2019) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Comic-Book Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro and Zazie Beetz ‘A Magnificent Comic-Book Masterpiece’ Few characters in comic-book…
“The Sisters Brothers” (2018) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Wonderful Western
Director: Jacques Audiard Starring: John C. Reilly, Joaquin Phoenix and Jake Gyllenhaal ‘A Wonderful Western’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far on Foot” (2017) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Dazzling Disability Masterpiece
Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Jonah Hill and Rooney Mara ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Irrational Man” (2015) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Wonderful Woody Allen Romance
Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone and Parker Posey ‘An Overlooked Gem’ Few actors in the world have…
“Inherent Vice” (2014) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Powerful L.A. Period Piece
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Josh Brolin and Owen Wilson ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“Her” (2013) – Joaquin Phoenix’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…
“The Master” (2012) – Joaquin Phoenix’s 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…
“Walk the Line” (2005) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Magnificent Music Masterpiece
Writer/Director: James Mangold Starring: Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon ‘A Captivating Classic Few musicians have built a legacy as strong…
“Hotel Rwanda” (2004) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Rwanda
Writer/Director: Terry George Starring: Don Cheadle, Joaquin Phoenix and Nick Nolte ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made a…
“The Village” (2004) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Mesmerizing Horror Masterpiece
Writer/Director: M. Night Shyamalan Starring: Judy Greer, Bryce Dallas Howard and Joaquin Phoenix ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Not many actresses have…
“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…
“Parenthood” (1989) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Captivating Parenting Classic
Director: Ron Howard Starring: Steve Martin, Dianne West and Jason Robards ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many filmmakers in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Oscar Isaac Films
Not many actors attract audiences to the theatre like Oscar Isaac. Since his rise to fame during the 2000’s, Isaac…
“Frankenstein” (2025) – Oscar Isaac’s Fantastic Oscar-Winning Period Piece About a Frightening Monster
Writer/Director: Guillermo Del Toro Starring: Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elrodi and Mia Goth ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ When it comes to…
“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” (2023) – Oscar Isaac’s Spectacular Animated Spider-Man Sequel
Director: Joaquim Dos Santos Starring: Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Jake Johnson …
“Dune” (2021) – Oscar Isaac’s Spectacular Sci-fi Epic
Written and Directed by Denis Villeneuve Co-written by Jon Spaihts and Eric Roth Starring Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson and Oscar…
“The Card Counter” (2021) – Oscar Isaac’s Great Gambling Masterpiece
Director: Paul Schrader Starring: Oscar Isaac, Willem Dafoe and Tiffany Haddish ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” (2019) – Oscar Isaac’s Superb 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…
“At Eternity’s Gate” (2018) – Oscar Isaac’s Brilliant Van Gogh Biopic
Director: Julian Schnabel Starring: Willem Dafoe, Oscar Isaac and Mads Mikkelsen ‘A Brilliant Biopic’ Not many actors that achieved fame…
“Annihilation” (2018) – Oscar Isaac’s Sensational Sci-fi Epic
Director: Alex Garland Starring: Natalie Portman, Oscar Isaac and Benedict Wong ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (2017) – Oscar Isaac’s Superb Star Wars Sequel
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daisy Ridley, Mark Hamill and Adam Driver ‘A Spectacular Sequel’ Before I begin this review, I…
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015) – Oscar Isaac’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…
“Ex Machina” (2015) – Oscar Isaac’s Sci-fi Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Alex Garland Starring: Alicia Vikander, Domnhall Gleeson and Oscar Isaac ‘A Spectacular Sci-fi Epic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“A Most Violent Year” (2014) – Oscar Isaac’s Captivating Crime Epic
Director: J.C. Chandor Starring: Oscar Isaac, Jessica Chastain and David Oyelowo ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Inside Llewyn Davis” (2013) – Oscar Isaac’s Mesmerizing Music Masterpiece
Directors: The Coen Brothers Starring: Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan and Justin Timberlake ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Bourne Legacy” (2012) – Oscar Isaac’s Worst Movie
Writer/Director: Tony Gilroy Starring: Jeremy Renner, Edward Norton and Rachel Weisz ‘A Bourne-ing Reboot’ “The Bourne Legacy” is written and…
“Drive” (2011) – Oscar Isaac’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Director: Nicolas Winding Refn Writer: Hossein Amini (based on book) Starring: Ryan Gosling, Carey Mulligan, and Albert Brooks ‘Captivating Crime…
“Body of Lies” (2008) – Oscar Isaac’s Terrific Terrorism Thriller
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Russell Crowe and Mark Strong ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors that gained fame…
“Robin Hood” (2008) – Oscar Isaac’s Most Underrated Movie
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Oscar Isaac, Russell Crowe and Cate Blanchett ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Jamie Foxx Films
Few actors in Hollywood have achieved the box-office success of Jamie Foxx. Since the 1990’s, Foxx has become an icon.…
“Baby Driver” (2017) – Jamie Foxx’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…
“The Amazing Spider-Man 2” (2014) – Jamie Foxx’s Disappointing Spider-Man Sequel
Director: Marc Webb Writers: Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci and Jeff Pinkner Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Jamie Foxx ‘A…
“Django Unchained” (2012) – Jamie Foxx’s Spectacular Slavery Western
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Bloody Great Time’ You don’t always see long movies…
“Collateral” (2004) – Jamie Foxx’s Crime Classic
Director: Michael Mann Starring: Tom Cruise, Mark Ruffalo and Jamie Foxx ‘A Captivating Thriller’ Not many actors that achieved fame…
“Soul” (2020) – Jamie Foxx’s Soul-Stirring Animated Classic
Writer/Director: Pete Docter Co-writers: Mike Jones and Kemp Powers Starring: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey and Graham Norton ‘Astonishing Animated Achievement’…
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 Lily James Films
Not many actresses have built a legacy as powerful as Lily James. Since the 2000’s, James has become a feminist…
“The Dig” (2021) – Lily James’ Amazing Archaeology Period Piece
Director: Simon Stone Writer: Moira Buffini (Based on John Preston’s book) Starring: Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes and Lily James ‘An…
“Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again” (2018) – Lily James’ Mesmerizing Broadway Musical Sequel
Writer/Director: Ol Parker Starring: Pierce Brosnan, Mery Streep and Stellan Skarsgard Not many actors in Hollywood have achieved appreciation of…
“Darkest Hour” (2017) – Lily James’ Brilliant Churchill Biopic
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Gary Oldman, Lily James and Ben Mendehlson ‘A Captivating Period Piece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Baby Driver” (2017) – Lily James’ Captivating Crime Thriller
Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Starring: Ansel Elgort, Jamie Foxx and Kevin Spacey ‘A Thrilling Ride’ In a Summer filled with superhero…
“Cinderella” (2015) – Lily James’ Captivating Cinderella Remake
Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Lily James, Derek Jacobi and Cate Blanchett ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Rebecca” (2020) – Lily James’ Cursed Hitchcock Remake
Director: Ben Wheatley Writers: Jane Goldman, Joe Shrapnel and Anna Waterhouse Starring: Lily James, Armie Hammer and Kristin Scott Thomas…
“Anand” (1971) – Amitabh Bachchan’s Captivating Bollywood Classic About Battling Terminal Illness
Writer/Director: Hrishikesh Mukherjee Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Rajesh Khanna and Johnny Walker ‘A Captivating Bollywood Classic’ Not many actors in Bollywood…
“Wuthering Heights” (2026) – Margot Robbie’s Awe-Inspiring Adaptation of a Legendary Book
Writer/Director: Emerald Fennell Starring: Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi and Hong Chau ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ When it comes to the greatest…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Danny Boyle’s Breathtaking Beatles Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert Eggers’ Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
My Favourite Films About Writers
Not many figures attract audiences to theatres like writers. Since the 1990’s, movies about writers have earned a huge audience.…
“Mank” (2020) – David Fincher’s Powerful Period Piece About a Famous Screenwriter
Director: David Fincher Writer: Jack Fincher Starring: Gary Oldman, Amanda Seyfried and Lily Collins ‘Filmmaking at its Finest’ When discussing…
“Misery” (1991) – Rob Reiner’s Captivating Horror Classic About Miserable Writers
Director: Rob Reiner Starring: Kathy Bates, James Caan and Frances Sternhagen ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Moulin Rouge!” (2001) – Baz Luhrmann’s Mesmerizing Musical About Poetic Writers
Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Nicole Kidman, Ewan McGregor and John Leguizamo ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Almost Famous” (2000) – Cameron Crowe’s Captivating Classic About Famous Writers
Writer/Director: Cameron Crowe Starring: Frances McDormand, Billy Crudup and Kate Hudson ‘A Famous Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved…
“American Fiction” (2023) – Cord Jefferson’s Spectacular Satire About Racist Writers
Writer/Director: Cord Jefferson Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown …
“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’s Spectacular Screenwriter Classic
Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring…
“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…
“Little Women” (2019) – Greta Gerwig’s Fantastic Masterpiece About Feminist Writers
Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most…
“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Stephen Chbosky’s Coming-of-Age Classic
Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people…
“The Shining” (1980) – My Favourite Film About Writers
Writer/Director: Stanley Kubrick Starring: Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall and Danny Lloyd ‘A Shining Horror Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review,…
My Favourite Willem Dafoe Films
Not many actors that achieved fame years ago are as beloved as Willem Dafoe. Since the 1980’s, Dafoe has become…
“The Phoenician Scheme” (2025) – Willem Dafoe’s Brilliant Business Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Benicio Del Toro and Scarlett Johansson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Not many stars in Hollywood…
“Nosferatu” (2024) – Willem Dafoe’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…
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