Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger and Aaron Eckhart ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few superheroes have earned a fan…
Movie Reviews
“Batman Begins” (2005) – Christian Bale’s Captivating Comic-Book Classic
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson ‘Breathtaking Blockbuster’ “Batman Begins” is directed by Christopher Nolan. Its…
“Top Gun” (1986) – Tom Cruise’s Soaring Aviation Classic
Director: Tony Scott Starring: Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis and Val Kilnmer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors whose movies make headline…
“The Deer Hunter” (1978) – Robert De Niro’s Magnificent Vietnam War Masterpiece
Director: Michael Cimino Starring: Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken and Meryl Streep ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
My Favourite Spider-Man Actors
Few superheroes have gained a fan following as huge as Spider-Man. Since the 1960’s, the hero whose has great powers…
My Favourite Kirsten Dunst Films
Not many actresses in Hollywood are as beloved as Kirsten Dunst. Since the 1990’s, Dunst has become a feminist icon.…
“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” (2004) – Kirsten Dunst’s Meaningful Masterpiece about Memory Loss
Director: Michel Gondry Starring: Kate Winslet, Jim Carrey and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have the…
“Spider-Man 2” (2004) – Kirsten Dunst’s Spectacular Spider-Man Sequel
Director: Sam Raimi Writer: Alvin Sargent Starring: Tobey Maguire, Kristen Dunst and Alfred Molina ‘A Spectacular Sequel’ Sequels rarely live…
“Spider-Man” (2002) – Kirsten Dunst’s Captivating Comic-Book Classic
Director: Sam Raimi Starring: Tobey Maguire, James Franco and Willem Dafoe ‘A Comic-Book Classic’ Few superheroes whose great powers come…
“The Power of the Dog” (2021) – Kirsten Dunst’s Powerful Western
Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Kirsten Dunst and Kodi Smit-McPhee ‘Wonderful Western’ It’s hard to forgive a genre in…
My Favourite James Bond Films
Not many characters have formed a bond with audiences as strong as James Bond. Since his creation in the 1950’s,…
My Favourite Daniel Craig Films
Not many actors in Hollywood are as celebrated as Daniel Craig. Since the 1990’s, Craig has become a British icon.…
“Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” (2022) – Daniel Craig’s Magnificent Murder Mystery Sequel
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Janelle Monae, Edward Norton …
“Knives Out” (2019) – Daniel Craig’s Magnificent Murder Mystery Classic
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a…
“The Adventures of Tintin” (2011) – Daniel Craig’s Awe-Inspiring Animated Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Andy Serkis, Daniel Craig and Simon Pegg ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made movies…
“Spectre” (2015) – Daniel Craig’s Most Underrated Bond Movie
Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Daniel Craig, Lea Seydoux and Christoph Waltz ‘A Superb Sequel’ Not many actresses have made movies…
“Skyfall” (2012) – Daniel Craig’s Brilliant Bond Sequel
Director: Sam Mendes Writers: Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, and John Logan Starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes ‘Brilliant Bond…
“The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” (2010) – Daniel Craig’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Director: David Fincher Starring: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara and Christopher Plummer ‘A Marvellous Mystery’ Few actresses in Hollywood attract audiences…
“Casino Royale” (2006) – Daniel Craig’s Magnificent Bond Masterpiece
Director: Martin Campbell Starring: Daniel Craig, Eva Green and Mads Mikkelsen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few characters in cinematic history have…
“Layer Cake” (2004) – Daniel Craig’s Dazzling Drug Addiction Masterpiece
Director: Matthew Vaughn Starring: Daniel Craig, Sienna Miller and Michael Gambon ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Road to Perdition” (2002) – Daniel Craig’s Gritty Gangster Classic
Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Stanley Tucci, Tom Hanks and Jude Law ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“No Time to Die” (2021) – Daniel Craig’s Fantastic Feminist Bond Farewell
Writer/Director: Cary Fukunaga Starring: Daniel Craig, Lashana Lynch and Rami Malek ‘Satisfying Swansong’ Brawny beauties are seldom rewarded licenses to…
“A Separation” (2011) – Asghar Farhadi’s Incredible Iranian Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Asghar Farhadi Starring: Payman Maadi, Leila Hatami, and Sareh Bayat ‘Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Certain decisions are difficult to make. Especially…
“Mickey 17” (2025) – Robert Pattinson’s Spectacular Science-fiction Satire
Writer/Director: Bong Joon-ho Starring: Robert Pattinson, Toni Collette and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Spectacular Satire’ Few science-fiction books ever written about…
“Saltburn” (2023) – Barry Keoghan’s Spectacular Social Class Satire
Writer/Director: Emerald Fennell Starring: Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elrodi, Rosamund Pike …
“The Aviator” (2004) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Breathtaking Biopic About Aviators
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Alec Baldwin, Leonardo DiCaprio and Cate Blanchett ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood are…
“Kuch Kuch Hota Hai” (1998) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Captivating Indian College Classic
Writer/Director: Karan Johar Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Rani Mukerji ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Bollywood pour their…
“The Substance” (2024) – Demi Moore’s Amazing Oscar-Winning Masterpiece About Aging
Writer/Director: Coralie Fargeat Starring: Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley and Dennis Quaid ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have…
“The Father” (2020) – Anthony Hopkins’ Dazzling Dementia Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Florian Zeller Co-writer: Christopher Hampton Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Olivia Colman and Mark Gatiss ‘Powerful Dementia Drama’ Dementia is a…
“Bad Education” (2019) – Hugh Jackman’s Spectacular School Scandal Satire
Director: Cory Finley Writer: Mike Makowsky (Based on article by Robert Kolker) Starring: Hugh Jackman, Allison Janney and Geraldine Viswanathan…
“The Big Short” (2015) – Ryan Gosling’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…
“Iron Man 3” (2013) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Incredible Iron Man Sequel
Writer/Director: Shane Black Co-writer: Drew Pearce Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Guy Pearce and Ben Kingsley ‘Starkly Superior Sequel’ Twists are…
“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Eddie Redmayne’s Brilliant Marilyn Biopic
Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by…
“Bright Star” (2008) – Ben Whishaw’s Bright Romantic Classic
Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Ben Whishaw, Abbie Cornish and Paul Schneider ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Emma” (2020) – Johnny Flynn’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation
Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill…
“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Matthew Macfayden’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s…
“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Hugh Grant’s Amazing Austen Adaptation
Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have…
My Favourite Ray Liotta Films
Not many actors had the charisma of Ray Liotta. Since the 1980’s, Liotta became a legendary icon. Whether it’s cruel…
“Marriage Story” (2019) – Ray Liotta’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Marriage
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 Magnificent Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci ‘Mobster Masterpiece’ Few figures fascinate filmmakers as much as…
“Field of Dreams” (1989) – Ray Liotta’s Captivating Baseball Classic
Writer/Director: Phil Alden Robinson Starring: Kevin Costner, Ray Liotta and James Earl Jones ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood…
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 Captivating Courtroom Drama
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 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…
“A Separation” (2011) – Asghar Farhadi’s Incredible Masterpiece About Iranian Families
Writer/Director: Asghar Farhadi Starring: Payman Maadi, Leila Hatami, and Sareh Bayat ‘Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Certain decisions are difficult to make. Especially…
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Incredible Masterpiece About Arranged Indian Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always…
“Superman” (2025) – David Corenswet’s Soaring Superman Blockbuster
Writer/Director: James Gunn Starring: David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Blockbuster’ Few superheroes have gained a fan…
“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 Holdovers” (2023) – Paul Giamatti’s Touching Teachers Drama
Director: Alexander Payne Starring: Paul Giamatti, Dominic Sessa, Da’ Vine Joy Randolph …
“Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” (2004) – Daniel Radcliffe’s Spellbinding Sequel
Director: Alfonso Cauron Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about magical…
“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…
“Wicked” (2024) – Cynthia Erivo’s Wickedly Wonderful Musical
Director: John M. Chu Starring: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey ‘A Wonderful Musical’ When it comes to the…
“The Report” (2019) – Adam Driver’s Powerful Political Thriller
Writer/Director: Scott Z. Burns Starring: Adam Driver, Annette Bening and Jon Hamm ‘Powerful Political Thriller’ When it comes to the…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert 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 Revenant” (2015) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Survival
Director: Alejandro G. Inarritu Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy and Domnhall Gleeson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“12 Years a Slave” (2013) – Michael Fassbender’s Spectacular Slavery Masterpiece
Director: Steve McQueen Writer: John Ridley (based on true story of Solomon Northup) Starring: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Paul Dano…
“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Michelle Williams’ Brilliant Marilyn Monroe Biopic
Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by…
“Bright Star” (2008) – Ben Whishaw’s Bright Romantic Classic
Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Ben Whishaw, Abbie Cornish and Paul Schneider ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Emma” (2020) – Anya Taylor-Joy’s Awe-Inspiring Austen Adaptation
Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill…
“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Keira Knightley’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s…
“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Emma Thompson’s Amazing Austen Adaptation
Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have…
My Favourite Demi Moore Films
Not many actresses have made movies audiences adore as much as Demi Moore. Since the 1990’s, Moore has become an…
“The Substance” (2024) – Demi Moore’s Amazing Oscar-Winning Masterpiece About Addiction
Writer/Director: Coralie Fargeat Starring: Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley and Dennis Quaid ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have…
“Margin Call” (2011) – Demi Moore’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…
“A Few Good Men” (1992) – Demi Moore’s Captivating Courtroom Classic
Director: Rob Reiner Starring: Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson and Demi Moore ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood whose…
“Ghost” (1990) – Demi Moore’s Captivating Romantic Classic
Director: Jerry Zucker Starring: Demi Moore, Patrick Swayze and Whoopi Goldberg ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved…
My Favourite Kathy Bates Films
Not many actresses in Hollywood have built a legacy as strong as Kathy Bates. Since the 1990’s, Bates has become…
“Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret” (2023) – Kathy Bates’ Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Teen Book
Writer/Director: Kelly Fremon Craig Starring: Abby Fortson, Rachel McAdams, Benny Safdie …
“Richard Jewell” (2019) – Kathy Bates’ Captivating Crime Drama
Director: Clint Eastwood Writer: Billy Ray (based on article by Marie Brenner) Starring: Paul Walter Hauser, Sam Rockwell and Kathy…
“Midnight in Paris” (2011) – Kathy Bates’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Paris
Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Corey Stoll, Kathy Bates and Adrien Brody ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Blind Side” (2009) – Kathy Bates’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Mothers
Writer/Director: John Lee Hancock Starring: Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw and Kathy Bates ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses have took…
“Revolutionary Road” (2008) – Kathy Bates’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Marriages
Writer/Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Michael Shannon, Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Titanic” (1997) – Kathy Bates’ Timeless Classic About a Tragic Shipwreck
Writer/Director: James Cameron Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Kathy Bates ‘A Timeless Classic’ I am breathless and out of words…
“Misery” (1991) – Kathy Bates’ Captivating Horror Classic
Director: Rob Reiner Starring: Kathy Bates, James Caan and Frances Sternhagen ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Julia Roberts Films
Few actresses in Hollywood are as beloved as Julia Roberts. Ever since the 1990’s, Roberts has become one of the…
“Ticket to Paradise” (2022) – Julia Roberts’ Remarkable Romantic Comedy
Writer/Director: Ol Parker Starring Julia Roberts, George Clooney, Kaitlyn Dever ‘Captivating Rom-Com’ Divorce is a time-consuming process inciting Kramer Vs.…
“Ben is Back” (2018) – Julia Roberts’ Dazzling Drug Addiction Drama
Writer/Director: Peter Hedges Starring: Julia Roberts, Lucas Hedges and Courtney B. Vance ‘Powerful Drug-Addiction Drama’ Imagine being the mother of…
“August: Osage County” (2013) – Julia Roberts’ Beautiful Masterpiece About Broken Families
Director: John Wells Starring: Meryl Streep, Benedict Cumberbatch and Ewan McGregor ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Mirror Mirror” (2012) – Julia Roberts’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Soulful Women
Director: Tarsem Singh Starring: Julia Roberts, Armie Hammer, Lily Collins ‘Passable Entertainment’ “Mirror Mirror” is directed by Tarsem Singh. Its…
“Eat Pray Love” (2010) – Julia Roberts’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Soul-Searching Women
Writer/Director: Ryan Murphy Starring: Viola Davis, Julia Roberts and Javier Bardem ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Julia Roberts’ Captivating Casino Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Notting Hill” (1999) – Julia Roberts’ Remarkable Romantic Classic
Director: Robert Michell Starring: Julia Roberts, Hugh Grant and Hugh Bonneville ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are…
“Stepmom” (1998) – Julia Roberts’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Stepmothers
Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Jena Malone, Julia Roberts and Susan Sarandon ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood are…
“Pretty Woman” (1990) – Julia Roberts’ Captivating Prostitution Classic
Director: Garry Marshall Starring: Julia Roberts, Richard Gere and Jason Alexander ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Prostitution is a sensitive subject…
My Favorite Sci-fi Films
Not many genres satisfy audiences like sci-fi. Since the 1960’s, the science-fiction genre has produced memorable movies. Whether it’s space…
My Favourite Jodie Foster Films
Not many actresses attract audiences to the theatre like Jodie Foster. Since the 1990’s, Foster has become an icon. Whether…
“Elysium” (2013) – Jodie Foster’s Spectacular Sci-fi Classic About Doomed Planets
Writer/Director: Neill Blomkamp Starring: Matt Damon, Jodie Foster and Sharlto Copley ‘Original Entertainment’ In a Summer that’s so far occupied…
“Inside Man” (2006) – Jodie Foster’s Captivating Heist Crime Classic
Director: Spike Lee Starring: Denzel Washington, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Jodie Foster ‘A Captivating Thriller’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Contact” (1997) – Jodie Foster’s Spectacular Science-fiction Classic
Director: Robert Zemeckis Starring: Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey and James Woods ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have made…
“The Silence of the Lambs” (1991) – Jodie Foster’s Spectacular Serial Killer Classic
Director: Jonathan Demme Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Jodie Foster and Ted Levine ‘A Serial Killer Masterpiece’ Few figures in popular culture…
“Taxi Driver” (1976) – Jodie Foster’s Timeless Classic About Troubled Taxi Drivers
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel and Jodie Foster ‘A Timeless Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“The Mauritanian” (2021) – Jodie Foster’s Powerful Political Thriller
Director: Kevin Macdonald Writers: M.B. Traven, Rory Haines and Sohrab Noshirvani Starring: Tahar Rahim, Jodie Foster and Benedict Cumberbatch ‘Tense…
“Taare Zameen Par” (2007) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Intellectual Disabilities
Director: Aamir Khan Starring: Aamir Khan, Darsheel Safary and Vipin Sharma ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Few actors in Bollywood are as…
“Frankenstein” (2025) – Mia Goth’s Fantastic 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…
“Asteroid City” (2023) – Scarlett Johansson’s Meaningful Quarantine Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks and Tilda Swinton ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“No Time to Die” (2021) – Lea Seydoux’s Fantastic Feminist Bond Farewell
Writer/Director: Cary Fukunaga Starring: Daniel Craig, Lashana Lynch and Rami Malek ‘Satisfying Swansong’ Brawny beauties are seldom rewarded licenses to…
“Cruella” (2021) – Emma Stone’s Delightful Disney Live-Action Remake
Director: Craig Gillepsie Writers: Dana Fox and Tony McNamara Starring: Emma Stone, Emma Thompson and Paul Walter Hauser ‘Delightful Disney…
“Judy” (2019) – Renee Zellweger’s Brilliant Biopic About Judy Garland
Director: Rupert Goold Writer: Tom Edge (based on stage play) Starring: Renée Zellweger, Jessie Buckley and Finn Wittrock ‘Gorgeous Garland…
“Harriet” (2019) – Cynthia Erivo’s Brilliant Biopic About Harriet Tubman
Writer/Director: Kasi Lemmons Co-writer: Gregory Allen Howard Starring: Cynthia Erivo, Leslie Odom Jr. and Janelle Monáe ‘Brilliant Historical Biopic’ When…
“The Martian” (2015) – Jessica Chastain’s Spectacular Space Survival Masterpiece
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Matt Damon, Jessica Chastain and Kristen Wig ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Can you imagine being stranded on…
“The Way Way Back” (2013) – Toni Collette’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic
Writers/Directors: Nat Faxon and Jim Rash Starring: Liam James, Steve Carell, Sam Rockwell and Maya Rudolph ‘Captivating Coming-of-Age Drama’ We’re…
“August: Osage County” (2013) – Benedict Cumberbatch’s Beautiful Masterpiece About Broken Families
Director: John Wells Starring: Meryl Streep, Benedict Cumberbatch and Ewan McGregor ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Star Trek: Into Darkness” (2013) – Zoe Saldana’s Spectacular Star Trek Sequel
Director: J.J. Abrams Writers: Roberto Orci, Alex Kurtzman and Damon Lindelof Starring: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto and Benedict Cumberbatch ‘Spectacular…
“The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” (2010) – Rooney Mara’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Director: David Fincher Starring: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara and Christopher Plummer ‘A Marvellous Mystery’ Few actresses in Hollywood attract audiences…
“Mamma Mia!” (2008) – Meryl Streep’s Breathtaking Broadway Musical
Director: Phyllida Lloyd Starring: Stellan Skarsgard, Meryl Streep and Colin Firth ‘A Magnificent Musical’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Doubt” (2008) – Amy Adams’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Religion
Director: John Patrick Shanley Starring: Amy Adams, Meryl Streep and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in…
“Top Gun” (1986) – Tom Cruise’s Soaring Aviation Classic
Director: Tony Scott Starring: Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis and Val Kilnmer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors whose movies make headline…
“Taxi Driver” (1976) – Jodie Foster’s Timeless Classic About Taxi Drivers
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel and Jodie Foster ‘A Timeless Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“The Shining” (1980) – Stanley Kubrick’s Shining Horror Classic About Terrified Children
Writer/Director: Stanley Kubrick Starring: Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall and Danny Lloyd ‘A Shining Horror Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review,…
“Room” (2015) – Lenny Abrahamson’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Childhood
Director: Lenny Abrahamson Writer: Emma Donoghue (based on novel) Starring: Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay and William H. Macy ‘A Moving…
“Home Alone” (1990) – Chris Columbus’ Captivating Christmas Classic About Childhood
Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have built…
“Eighth Grade” (2018) – Bo Burnham’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Drama About Anxious Children
Writer/Director: Bo Burnham Starring: Elsie Fisher, Josh Hamilton and Emily Robinson ‘Astonishing Drama’ Perhaps, no time in a person’s life…
“Atonement” (2007) – Joe Wright’s Beautiful Period Piece About Jealous Children
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, James McAvoy and Saoirse Ronan ‘An Amazing Adaptation’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Moonlight” (2016) – Barry Jenkins’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Queer Children
Writer/Director: Barry Jenkins Based on the play by Tarell Alvin McCraney Starring: Mahershala Ali, Ashton Sanders and Naomi Harris ‘Magnificent…
“Forrest Gump” (1994) – Robert Zemeckis’ Captivating Childhood Classic
Director: Robert Zemeckis Writer: Eric Roth (based on the book) Starring: Tom Hanks, Robin Wright and Sally Field ‘A Captivating…
“E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” (1982) – Steven Spielberg’s Captivating Childhood Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Dee Wallace, Henry Thomas and Peter Coyote ‘A Timeless Classic’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood are as…
“Boyhood” (2014) – Richard Linklater’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Childhood
Writer/Director: Richard Linklater Starring: Ellar Coltrane, Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ About halfway through Richard Linklater’s “Boyhood”,…
“To Kill a Mockingbird” (1962) – My Favourite Film About Childhood
Director: Robert Mulligan Starring Gregory Peck, Mary Badham, Phillip Alfrod ‘Captivating Courtroom Drama’ “To Kill A Mockingbird” is directed by…
The Best Films Made About Childhood Ranked
Not many genres in Hollywood have earned appreciation of childhood. Since the 1960’s, stories of children have made for engaging…
“Black Bag” (2025) – Cate Blanchett’s Spectacular Spies Crime Thriller
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Michael Fassbender, Cate Blanchett and Naomie Harris ‘A Spectacular Spy Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Nightmare Alley” (2021) – Cate Blanchett’s Powerful Period Piece About Con-Artists
Writer/Director: Guillermo Del Toro Starring: Bradley Cooper, Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses have managed…
“Don’t Look Up” (2021) – Cate Blanchett’s Disastrous Doomsday Comedy
Written and Directed by Adam McKay Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence and Meryl Streep ‘Captivating Satire’ Inconvenient truth behind climate…
“Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle” (2018) – Cate Blanchett’s Riveting Live-Action Jungle Book Remake
Director: Andy Serkis Starring: Andy Serkis, Benedict Cumberbatch and Christian Bale ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have created films…
“Ocean’s 8” (2018) – Cate Blanchett’s Fun Feminist Heist Reboot
Writer/Director: Gary Ross Co-writer: Olivia Milch Starring: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett and Anne Hathaway ‘Enjoyable Entertainment’ When it comes to…
“Thor: Ragnarok” (2017) – Cate Blanchett’s Spectacular Thor Sequel
Director: Taika Waititi Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Karl Urban and Tom Hiddlestone ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Carol” (2015) – Cate Blanchett’s Meaningful Lesbian Masterpiece
Director: Todd Haynes Starring: Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara and Kyle Chandler ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made movies…
“Cinderella” (2015) – Cate Blanchett’s Captivating Cinderella Remake
Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Lily James, Derek Jacobi and Cate Blanchett ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“How to Train Your Dragon 2” (2014) – Cate Blanchett’s Soaring Animated Dragon Sequel
Writer/Director: Dean DeBlois Co-writer: Cressida Cowell Starring: Jay Baruchel, Cate Blanchett and Djimon Hounsou ‘A Soaring Sequel’ If there’s any…
“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” (2013) – Cate Blanchett’s Superb Hobbit Sequel
Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Co-writers: Fran Walsh, Phillipa Boyens and Guillermo Del Toro Starring: Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, and Richard Armitage…
“Blue Jasmine” (2013) – Cate Blanchett’s Wonderful Woody Allen Romance
Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Cate Blanchett, Alec Baldwin and Sally Hawkins ‘Dazzling Drama’ For a reasonable hour or so, Woody…
“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” (2012) – Cate Blanchett’s Great LOTR Prequel
Written and Directed by Peter Jackson Also Written by Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, and Guillermo del Toro (based off book by…
“Robin Hood” (2010) – Cate Blanchett’s Most Underrated Movie
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Oscar Isaac, Russell Crowe and Cate Blanchett ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood have…
“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” (2008) – Cate Blanchett’s Remarkable Romantic Masterpiece
Director: David Fincher Starring: Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have managed to…
“Notes on a Scandal” (2006) – Cate Blanchett’s Spectacular Masterpiece About Shocking School Scandals
Director: Richard Eyre Starring: Judi Dench, Cate Blanchett and Bill Nighy ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made movie…
“The Aviator” (2004) – Cate Blanchett’s Breathtaking Biopic About an Aviator
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Alec Baldwin, Leonardo DiCaprio and Cate Blanchett ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood are…
“The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” (2003) – Cate Blanchett’s Fantastic LOTR 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) – Cate Blanchett’s Towering LOTR 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) – Cate Blanchett’s Fantastic Fantasy Classic
Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen and Viggo Mortensen ‘A Fantasy Masterpiece’ When it comes to the greatest…
“The Talented Mr. Ripley” (1999) – Cate Blanchett’s Captivating Con-Artist Classic
Writer/Director: Anthony Minghella Starring: Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood that…
“Eyes Wide Shut” (1999) – Cate Blanchett’s Spectacular Sexual Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Stanley Kubrick Starring: Nicole Kidman, Tom Cruise and Sydney Pollack ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many filmmakers in Hollywood have…
Cate Blanchett’s Best Films Ranked
Not many actresses in Hollywood get audiences excited like Cate Blanchett. Since the 1990’s, Blanchett has become an icon. Whether…
My Favourite Harry Potter Films
Few characters in English literature are as beloved as Harry Potter. Following creations in the 1990’s, Harry Potter has cast…
My Favourite Julie Walters Films
Not many actresses in Hollywood have built a legacy as strong as Julie Walters. Since the 1970’s, Walters has become…
“Mary Poppins Returns” (2018) – Julie Walters’ Magical Mary Poppins Remake
Director: Rob Marshall Writer: David Magee Starring: Emily Blunt, Lin Manuel-Miranda and Ben Whishaw ‘A Marvelous Musical’ Before I begin…
“Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again” (2018) – Julie Walters’ 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…
“Brooklyn” (2015) – Julie Walters’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Irish Immigration
Director: John Crowley Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Domnhall Gleeson and Emory Cohen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Immigration is a painful process that…
“Paddington” (2014) – Julie Walters’ Captivating Classic About Talking Bears
Director: Paul King Starring: Ben Whishaw, Sally Hawkins and Julie Walters ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Britain have…
“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” (2011) – Julie Walters’ Fantastic Harry Potter Farewell
Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson ‘A Fantastic Fantasy Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about…
“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” (2010) – Julie Walters’ Fantastic Harry Potter Finale
Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson ‘Fantastic Franchise Finale’ Few characters in English literature are as…
“Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” (2009) – Julie Walters’ Darkest Harry Potter Adaptation
Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Alan Rickman ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have achieved…
“Mamma Mia!” (2008) – Julie Walters’ Breathtaking Broadway Musical
Director: Phyllida Lloyd Starring: Stellan Skarsgard, Meryl Streep and Colin Firth ‘A Magnificent Musical’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” (2007) – Julie Walters’ Most Enjoyable Adaptation
Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint ‘A Magnificfent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about magical…
“Becoming Jane” (2007) – Julie Walters’ Beautiful Jane Austen Biopic
Director: Julian Jarrold Starring: Anne Hathaway, Helen McCrory and James McAvoy ‘A Beautiful Period Piece’ Not many actresses in Britain…
“Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” (2004) – Julie Walters’ Best Adaptation
Director: Alfonso Cauron Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about magical…
“Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” (2002) – Julie Walters’ Spellbinding Sequel
Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spectacular Sequel’ “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” is…
“Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” (2001) – Julie Walters’ Magical Harry Potter Introduction
Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson ‘Magical Beginning’ “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is…
“Educating Rita” (1983) – Julie Walters’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Teachers
Director: Lewis Gilbert Starring: Julie Walters, Michael Caine and Michael Williams ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Scarlett Johansson Films
Few actresses have earned appreciation of Scarlett Johansson. Ever since the 1990’s, Johansson has become an icon. Whether it’s women…
“Asteroid City” (2023) – Scarlett Johansson’s Meaningful Quarantine Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks and Tilda Swinton ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Black Widow” (2021) – Scarlett Johansson’s Fantastic Feminist Black Widow Prequel
Director: Cate Shortland Writer: Eric Pearson Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh and David Harbour ‘A Satisfying Spin-off’ Strong superheroines that…
“Jojo Rabbit” (2019) – Scarlett Johansson’s Spectacular Holocaust Satire
Writer/Director: Taika Waititi Based on the book by Christine Leunens Starring: Roman Griffin Davis, Scarlett Johansson and Sam Rockwell ‘Hilarious…
“Marriage Story” (2019) – Scarlett Johansson’s Meaningful Marriage Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Noah Baumbach Starring: Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson and Laura Dern ‘Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ It is always hard to move on…
“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Scarlett Johansson’s Fantastic Avengers Farewell
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth…
“Avengers: Infinity War” (2018) – Scarlett Johansson’s Awe-Inspiring Avengers Sequel
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland…
“Captain America: Civil War” (2016) – Scarlett Johansson’s Captivating Captain America Masterpiece
Directors: The Russo Brothers Starring: Christ Evans, Robert Downey Jr. and Scarlett Johansson ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Sequel’ Not many actors…
“The Jungle Book” (2016) – Scarlett Johansson’s Riveting Jungle Book Remake
Director: Jon Favreau Writer: Justin Marks (based off the novel by Rudyard Kipling) Starring: Neel Sethi, Bill Murray and Sir…
“Hail, Caesar!” (2016) – Scarlett Johansson’s Spectacular Hollywood Satire
Writer/Directors: The Coen Brothers Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Josh Brolin and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made…
“Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015) – Scarlett Johansson’s Amazing Avengers Sequel
Director: Joss Whedon Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Samuel L. Jackson ‘A Spectacular Sequel Not many actors in…
“Captain America: The Winter Soldier” (2014) – Scarlett Johansson’s Spectacular Captain America Sequel
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely and Ed Brubaker Starring: Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Samuel…
“Chef” (2014) – Scarlett Johansson’s Captivating Chefs Comedy
Writer/Director: Jon Favreau Starring: Jon Favreau, Bobby Cannavale and Sofia Vergara ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors In Hollywood have…
“Her” (2013) – Scarlett Johansson’s Mesmerizing Technology Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that…
“Hitchcock” (2012) – Scarlett Johansson’s Brilliant Hitchcock Biopic
Director: Sacha Gervasi Writer: John J. McLaughlin (based off book by Stephen Rebello) Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Helen Mirren, Scarlett Johansson…
“The Avengers” (2012) – Scarlett Johansson’s Amazing Avengers Introduction
Writer/Director: Joss Whedon Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Mark Ruffalo ‘Marvel-ous Entertainment’ “The Avengers” is written and directed…
“The Prestige” (2005) – Scarlett Johansson’s Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Magicians
Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale and Michael Caine ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Emma Stone Films
Few actresses in Hollywood are as well-known as Emma Stone. Ever since the 2000’s, Stone has become an icon. Whether…
“Eddington” (2025) – Emma Stone’s Wonderful Western About Elections
Writer/Director: Ari Aster Starring: Emma Stone, Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal ‘A Wonderful Western’ Not many actresses in Hollywood are…
“Poor Things” (2023) – Emma Stone’s Fantastic Feminist Adaptation
Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Starring: Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Willem Dafoe …
“Cruella” (2021) – Emma Stone’s Delightful Disney Live-Action Remake
Director: Craig Gillepsie Writers: Dana Fox and Tony McNamara Starring: Emma Stone, Emma Thompson and Paul Walter Hauser ‘Delightful Disney…
“The Favourite” (2018) – Emma Stone’s Fantastic Feminist Period Piece
Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Starring: Rachel Weisz, Olivia Colman and Emma Stone ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“La La Land” (2016) – Emma Stone’s Magnificent Musical Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Damien Chazelle Starring: Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone and J.K. Simmons ‘A Musical Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review, I…
“Irrational Man” (2015) – Emma Stone’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…
“Birdman” (2015) – Emma Stone’s Breathtaking Broadway Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu Starring: Michael Keaton, Edward Norton and Naomi Watts ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Amazing Spider-Man 2” (2014) – Emma Stone’s Disappointing Spider-Man Sequel
Director: Marc Webb Writers: Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci and Jeff Pinkner Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Jamie Foxx ‘A…
“Gangster Squad” (2013) – Emma Stone’s Worst Movie
Directed by Ruben Fleischer Written by Will Beall (based off novel by Paul Lieberman) Starring Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, and…
“The Amazing Spider-Man” (2012) – Emma Stone’s Amazing Spider-Man Reboot
Director: Marc Webb Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Sally Field ‘Spectacular Reboot’ “The Amazing Spider-Man” is directed by Marc…
“The Help” (2011) – Emma Stone’s Beautiful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Tate Taylor Starring: Emma Stone, Bryce Dallas Howard and Viola Davis ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are…
“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Emma Stone’s Captivating Romantic Comedy
Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors…
“Superbad” (2007) – Emma Stone’s Captivating High School Comedy
Director: Greg Mottola Starring: Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill and Michael Cera ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Natalie Portman Films
Not many actresses have earned appreciation of Natalie Portman. Since the 1990’s, Portman has become a feminist icon. Whether it’s…
“Thor: Love and Thunder” (2021) – Natalie Portman’s Fun But Flawed Thor Sequel
Writer/Director: Taika Waititi Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman and Christian Bale ‘Thor-oughly Entertaining’ Wonder-Woman beauties rarely wield hammers belong bo-Thor-some…
“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Natalie Portman’s Fantastic Avengers Farewell
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth…
“Annihilation” (2018) – Natalie Portman’s Spectacular Science-fiction Masterpiece
Director: Alex Garland Starring: Natalie Portman, Oscar Isaac and Benedict Wong ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Thor” (2011) – Natalie Portman’s Magnificent Comic-Book Masterpiece
Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston and Clark Gregg ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Black Swan” (2010) – Natalie Portman’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Ballet Dancers
Director: Darren Aronofsky Staring: Natalie Portman, Vincent Cassel and Mila Kunis ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“V for Vendetta” (2005) – Natalie Portman’s Captivating Comic-Book Classic
Director: James McTeigue Starring: Hugo Weaving, Natalie Portman and John Hurt ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have woven a…
“Cold Mountain” (2003) – Natalie Portman’s Remarkable Romantic Period Piece
Writer/Director: Anthony Minghella Starring: Ray Winstone, Jude Law and Nicole Kidman ‘A Beautiful Period Piece’ Not many actors in Britain…
“Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace” (1999) – Natalie Portman’s Powerful Star Wars Prequel
Writer/Director: George Lucas Starring; Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor and Natalie Portman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Heat” (1995) – Natalie Portman’s Captivating Heist Classic
Writer/Director: Michael Mann Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Val Kilmer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“Logan Lucky” (2017) – Adam Driver’s Captivating Heist Crime Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Channing Tatum, Adam Driver and Sebastian Stan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Silence” (2016) – Adam Driver’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Religion
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Adam Driver, Andrew Garfield and Liam Neeson ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015) – Adam Driver’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…
“House of Gucci” (2021) – Adam Driver’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…
My Favourite Timothee Chalamet Films
Not many actors in Hollywood are as beloved today as Timothee Chalamet. Since the 2010’s, Chalamet has become an icon.…
“Dune: Part Two” (2024) – Timothee Chalamet’s Spectacular Dune Sequel
Writer/Director: Denis Villeneuve Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson …
“Wonka” (2023) – Timothee Chalamet’s Wonderful Willy Wonka Musical
Writer/Director: Paul King Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Sally Hawkins, Hugh Grant …
“Little Women” (2019) – Timothee Chalamet’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Women
Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most…
“Lady Bird” (2017) – Timothee Chalamet’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic
Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf and Lucas Hedges ‘Captivating Drama’ There is no time in a person’s…
“Call Me By Your Name” (2017) – Timothee Chalamet’s Mesmerizing Queer Masterpiece
Director: Luca Guadagnino Writer: James Ivory (based on novel by Andre Aciman) Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Armie Hammer and Michael Stuhlbarg…
“Interstellar” (2014) – Timothee Chalamet’s Spectacular Science-fiction Classic
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few directors in Hollywood have achieved…
“Dune” (2021) – Timothee Chalamet’s Spectacular Sci-fi Classic
Written and Directed by Denis Villeneuve Co-written by Jon Spaihts and Eric Roth Starring Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson and Oscar…
“Omkara” (2006) – Saif Ali Khan’s Incredible Indian Adaptation of Shakespeare’s Othello
Writer/Director: Vishal Bhardwaj Starring: Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few plays written by Shakespeare…
“Frankenstein” (2025) – Guillermo Del Toro’s Fantastic 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…
“Dune” (2021) – Denis Villeneuve’s Spectacular Science-fiction Classic
Written and Directed by Denis Villeneuve Co-written by Jon Spaihts and Eric Roth Starring Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson and Oscar…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Danny Boyle’s Breathtaking Beatles Musical Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert 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…
“12 Years A Slave” (2013) – Steve McQueen’s Spectacular Slavery Masterpiece
Director: Steve McQueen Writer: John Ridley (based on true story of Solomon Northup) Starring: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Paul Dano…
“Bright Star” (2008) – Jane Campion’s Bright Romantic Classic
Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Ben Whishaw, Abbie Cornish and Paul Schneider ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Films About Anxiety
Anxiety is a powerful emotion that makes for memorable movies. Since the 1970’s, emotions of anxiety have been depicted in…
“Uncut Gems” (2019) – The Safdie Brothers’ Captivating Crime Thriller About Anxious Diamond Dealers
Writer/Directors: Josh and Benny Safdie Co-writer: Ronald Bronstein Starring: Adam Sandler, Lakeith Stanfield and Kevin Garnett ‘Captivating Crime Thriller’ Few…
“Inside Out 2” (2024) – Kelsey Mann’s Spectacular Animated Sequel About Teen Anxiety
Director: Kelsey Mann Starring: Amy Poehler, Lewis Black and Maya Hawke …
“Eighth Grade” (2018) – Bo Burnham’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Drama About Teen Anxiety
Writer/Director: Bo Burnham Starring: Elsie Fisher, Josh Hamilton and Emily Robinson ‘Astonishing Drama’ Perhaps, no time in a person’s life…
“Black Swan” (2010) – Darren Aronofksy’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Anxious Ballet Dancers
Director: Darren Aronofsky Staring: Natalie Portman, Vincent Cassel and Mila Kunis ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“The Aviator” (2004) – Martin Scorsese’s Breathtaking Biopic About an Anxious Aviator
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Alec Baldwin, Leonardo DiCaprio and Cate Blanchett ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood are…
“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – David O. Russell’s Meaningful Masterpiece about Bipolar Anxiety
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s…
“Rain Man” (1988) – Barry Levinson’s Captivating Classic About Autism Anxiety
Director: Barry Levinson Starring: Tom Cruise, Dustin Hoffman and Valeria Golino ‘A Timeless Classic’ Autism is a sensitive subject rarely…
“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Stephen Chbosky’s Beautiful Masterpiece About Teen Anxiety
Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people…
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