Writer/Director: Coralie Fargeat Starring: Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley and Dennis Quaid ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have…
Movie Reviews
“The Power of the Dog” (2021) – Benedict Cumberbatch’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…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Himesh Patel’s Brilliant Beatles Musical Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“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 Revenant” (2015) – Tom Hardy’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…
“Man of Steel” (2013) – Henry Cavill’s Soaring Superman Reboot
Director: Zack Snyder Writer: David S. Goyer (based on story by Christopher Nolan) Starring: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams and Michael…
“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Tobey Maguire’s Great Adaptation
Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires…
“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Eddie Redmayne’s Brilliant Marilyn Monroe Biopic
Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by…
“Slumdog Millionaire” (2008) – Dev Patel’s Incredible Masterpiece About Indian Millionaires
Director: Danny Boyle Starring: Dev Patel, Frieda Pinto and Irrfan Khan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few countries across the world are…
“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…
“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Paul Bettany’s Beautiful Biopic
Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians…
“Emma” (2020) – Bill Nighy’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) – Judi Dench’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 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…
“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Al Pacino’s Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have…
“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…
“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 Captivating 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 Disability Classic
Director: Martin Brest Starring: Al Pacino, Chris O’Donnell and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Powerful Pacino Classic’ Blind people are rarely…
“The Godfather: Part II” (1974) – Al Pacino’s Mesmerizing Mobster Sequel
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Al Pacino, Robert De Niro and Robert Duvall ‘A Mesmerizing Sequel’ Not many actors in…
“The Godfather” (1972) – Al Pacino’s Magnificent Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan ‘A Mobster Masterpiece’ Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘The Godfather’ is…
My Favourite Mark Wahlberg Films
Not many actors have achieved appreciation of Mark Wahlberg. Since the 1990’s, Wahlberg has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s…
“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 Lovely Bones” (2009) – Mark Wahlberg’s Captivating Child Abduction Thriller
Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Stanley Tucci and Mark Wahlberg ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved…
“The Departed” (2006) – Mark Wahlberg’s Captivating Crime Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals…
“Boogie Nights” (1997) – Mark Wahlberg’s Magnificent Masterpiece about the Adult Film Industry
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore and Burt Reynolds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“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…
“Parasite” (2019) – Bong Joon-Ho’s Mesmerizing Korean Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Bong Joon-ho Co-writer: Jin Won Han Starring: Song Kang-Ho, Choi Woo-shik and Park So-dam ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Foreign films…
“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…
“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…
“Saltburn” (2023) – Barry Keoghan’s Spectacular Social Class Satire
Writer/Director: Emerald Fennell Starring: Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elrodi, Rosamund Pike …
“Zero Dark Thirty” (2012) – Chris Pratt’s Terrific Terrorism Thriller
Director: Kathryn Bigelow Writer: Mark Boal Starring: Jessica Chastain, Jason Clarke, and Kyle Chandler ‘Tense Terrorism Thriller’ From what I…
“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 Green Knight” (2021) – Dev Patel’s Mesmerizing Medieval Epic
Writer/Director: David Lowery Starring: Dev Patel, Alicia Vikander and Joel Edgerton ‘Mesmerizing Medieval Epic’ Racial representation is seldom seen in…
“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 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) – Ben Kingsley’s Incredible Iron Man Sequel
Writer/Director: Shane Black Co-writer: Drew Pearce Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Guy Pearce and Ben Kingsley ‘Starkly Superior Sequel’ Twists are…
“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Adaptation
Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires…
“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Eddie Redmayne’s 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…
“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Russell Crowe’s Beautiful Biopic
Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians…
“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 Masterpiecfe
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 Anne Hathaway Films
Not many actresses are as beloved today as Anne Hathaway. Ever since the 2000’s, Hathaway has become a feminist icon.…
“Dark Waters” (2019) – Anne Hathaway’s Captivating Courtroom Drama
Director: Todd Haynes Writers: Mario Correa and Matthew Michael Carnahan Starring: Mark Ruffalo, Anne Hathaway and Tim Robbins ‘Tense Legal…
“Ocean’s 8” (2018) – Anne Hathaway’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…
“Interstellar” (2014) – Anne Hathaway’s Spectacular Space Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few directors in Hollywood have achieved…
“Les Miserables” (2012) – Anne Hathaway’s Brilliant Broadway Musical
Director: Tom Hooper Writer: William Nicholson (based on novel by Victor Hugo) Starring: Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway and Russel Crowe …
“The Dark Knight Rises” (2012) – Anne Hathaway’s Fantastic Batman Finale
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Gary Oldman and Anne Hathaway ‘Fantastic Batman Finale’ “The Dark Knight Rises” is written…
“Becoming Jane” (2007) – Anne Hathaway’s Beautiful Jane Austen Biopic
Director: Julian Jarrold Starring: Anne Hathaway, Helen McCrory and James McAvoy ‘A Beautiful Period Piece’ Not many actresses in Britain…
“The Devil Wears Prada” (2006) – Anne Hathaway’s Fantastic Fashion Drama
Director: David Frankel Starring: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Stanley Tucci ‘A Dazzling Drama’ Few actresses in Hollywood have the…
“Brokeback Mountain” (2005) – Anne Hathaway’s Mesmerizing Queer Masterpiece
Director: Ang Lee Starring: Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal and David Harbour ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Keira Knightley Films
Not many actresses have built a legacy as strong as Keira Knightley. Since the 1990’s, Knightley has become an icon.…
“Official Secrets” (2019) – Keira Knightley’s Powerful Political Thriller
Writer/Director: Gavin Hood Co-writers: Gregory and Sara Bernstein Starring: Keira Knightley, Matt Smith and Ralph Fiennes ‘A Tense Political Thriller’…
“The Imitation Game” (2014) – Keira Knightley’s Awe-Inspiring Alan Turing Biopic
Director: Morten Tyldum Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley and Matthew Goode ‘A Brilliant Biopic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have built…
“Anna Karenina” (2012) – Keira Knightley’s Meaningful Romantic Masterpiece
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Keira Knightley and Jude Law ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Atonement” (2007) – Keira Knightley’s Powerful Period Piece
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, James McAvoy and Saoirse Ronan ‘An Amazing Adaptation’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest” (2006) – Keira Knightley’s Superb Pirates Sequel
Director: Gore Verbinski Starring: Tom Hollander, Johnny Depp and Kiera Knightley ‘A Captivating Adventure Classic’ Not many actors in British…
“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…
“Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” (2003) – Keira Knightley’s Captivating Pirates Classic
Director: Gore Verbinski Starring: Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush and Keira Knightley ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have had…
“Love Actually” (2003) – Keira Knightley’s Captivating Christmas Classic
Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Liam Neeson, Hugh Grant and Colin Firth ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
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 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 Marriage
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’ Captivating 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…
“Mirror Mirror” (2012) – Julia Roberts’ Satisfying Snow White Remake
Director: Tarsem Singh Starring: Julia Roberts, Armie Hammer, Lily Collins ‘Passable Entertainment’ “Mirror Mirror” is directed by Tarsem Singh. Its…
“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’ Captivating 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…
“Eat Pray Love” (2010) – Julia Roberts’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Soulful Women
Writer/Director: Ryan Murphy Starring: Viola Davis, Julia Roberts and Javier Bardem ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“Dangal” (2016) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Bold Wrestling Families
Writer/Director: Nitesh Tiwari Starring: Aamir Khan, Sakshi Tanwar and Fatima Sana Shaik ‘A Spectacular Sports Classic’ When it comes to…
“One Battle After Another” (2025) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Bold Masterpiece About Fathers
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn and Benicio Del Toro ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Fathers are inspiring figures…
“The Power of the Dog” (2021) – Benedict Cumberbatch’s Powerful Western About Bullying
Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Kirsten Dunst and Kodi Smit-McPhee ‘Wonderful Western’ It’s hard to forgive a genre in…
“Annette” (2021) – Adam Driver’s Meaningful Musical About Stardom
Writer/Director: Leos Carax Co-writer: Sparks Brothers Starring: Adam Driver, Marion Cotillard and Simon Helberg ‘Magnificent Musical’ Is it just me…
“Harriet” (2019) – Leslie Odom Jr.’s Brilliant Historical 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…
“Ford vs. Ferrari” (2019) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Racing Classic
Director: James Mangold Starring: Jon Bernthal, Matt Damon and Christian Bale ‘A Captivating Race Car Classic’ Not many actors in…
“I, Tonya” (2017) – Sebastian Stan’s Captivating Ice Skating Classic
Director: Craig Gillepsie Starring: Margot Robbie, Allison Janney and Sebastian Stan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have built a…
“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…
“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…
“Iron Man 3” (2013) – Ben Kingsley’s Incredible Iron Man Sequel
Writer/Director: Shane Black Co-writer: Drew Pearce Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Guy Pearce and Ben Kingsley ‘Starkly Superior Sequel’ Twists are…
“The Bling Ring” (2013) – Emma Watson’s Captivating Masterpiece About Clever Con-Artists
Writer/Director: Sofia Coppola Starring: Emma Watson, Leslie Mann and Katie Chang ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Period Piece about Indian Hotels
Directed by John Madden Written by Ol Parker Starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith ‘A Charming Comedy’ Sometimes…
“The Fighter” (2010) – Christian Bale’s Breathtaking Boxing Masterpiece
Director: David O. Russell Starring: Christian Bale, Mark Wahlberg and Amy Adams ‘A Breathtaking Biopic’ When it comes to the…
“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Matthew McConaughey’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…
“Twilight” (2008) – Robert Pattinson’s Beautiful Vampire Book Adaptation
Director: Catherine Hardwicke Starring: Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Billy Burke ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Zodiac” (2007) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Spectacular Serial Killer Classic
Writer/Director: David Fincher Starring: Brian Cox, Jake Gyllenhaal and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” (2005) – Bill Nighy’s Spectacular Science-fiction Classic About Galaxies
Director: Garth Jennings Starring: Martin Freeman, Alan Rickman and Bill Nighy ‘A Captiivating Sci-fi Classic Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Vanilla Sky” (2001) – Tom Cruise’s Meaningful Romantic Masterpiece
Director: Cameron Crowe Starring: Tom Cruise, Penelope Cruz and Cameron Diaz ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Chocolat” (2000) – Johnny Depp’s Powerful Period Piece About Chocolate Makers
Director: Lasse Halstrom Starring: Judi Dench, Johnny Depp and Juliette Binoche ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Britain have…
“Superman” (1978) – Gene Hackman’s Soaring Comic-Book Classic
Director: Richard Donner Starring: Christopher Reeves, Marlon Brando and Gene Hackman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few superheroes in the world have…
“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…
“Crash” (2004) – Paul Haggis’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Redemption in Los Angeles
Writer/Director: Paul Haggis Starring: Michael Pena, Matt Dillon and Sandra Bullock ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Not many actors possess charisma of…
“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” (2004) – Michel Gondry’s Meaningful Masterpiece about Redemptive Lovers
Director: Michel Gondry Starring: Kate Winslet, Jim Carrey and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have the…
“Life of Pi” (2012) – Ang Lee’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Life-Affirming Book About Redemption
Director: Ang Lee Writer: David Magee (based off novel by Yann Martel) Starring: Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Tabu ‘Beautiful Book…
“The Revenant” (2015) – Alejandro Gonzalez Innaritu’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Redemption Survival
Director: Alejandro G. Inarritu Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy and Domnhall Gleeson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” (2017) – Martin McDonagh’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Redemption
Writer/Director: Martin McDonagh Starring; Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson and Sam Rockwell ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have the…
“Good Will Hunting” (1997) – Gus Van Sant’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Redemption
Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Robin Williams ‘A Timeless Classic’ Teachers are powerful figures that shape…
“The Pursuit of Happiness” (2006) – Gabriele Muccino’s Powerful Masterpiece About Redemptive Fathers
Director: Gabriele Muccino Starring: Will Smith, Jaden Smith and Thandiwe Newton ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Fathers are inspirational figures which ensure…
“Pulp Fiction” (1994) – Quentin Tarantino’s Powerful Pulp Classic About Redemptive Gangsters
WARNING: Significant Spoilers in review Written and directed by Quentin Tarantino Also written by Roger Avary Starring Samuel L. Jackson, John…
The Best Films Made About Redemption Ranked
Not many genres have earned appreciation of redemption. Since the 1970’s, stories of redemptive characters have made for memorable movies.…
“Schindler’s List” (1993) – Steven Spielberg’s Haunting Historical Masterpiece About Holocaust Redemption
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes and Sir Ben Kingsley ‘A Magnificent Holocaust Masterpiece’ The Holocaust is a…
“The Shawshank Redemption” (1994) – My Favourite Film About Redemption
Writer/Director: Frank Darabont Starring: Morgan Freeman, Tim Robbins and Bob Gunton ‘A Powerful Prison Classic’ When it comes to the…
“Thor: Love and Thunder” (2021) – Russell Crowe’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…
“Boy Erased” (2018) – Russell Crowe’s Heartfelt Masterpiece About Homophobia
Writer/Director: Joel Edgerton Starring: Lucas Hedges, Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe ‘A Captivating Drama’ Not many stars in Hollywood have…
“The Mummy” (2017) – Russell Crowe’s Worst Movie
Director: Alex Kurtzman Writer: David Koepp, Christopher McQuarrie and Dylan Kussman Starring: Tom Cruise, Russell Crowe and Sofia Boutella ‘Mindless…
“The Nice Guys” (2016) – Russell Crowe’s Captivating Crime Comedy
Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice ‘Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood have built a career…
“Noah” (2014) – Russell Crowe’s Mesmerizing Masterpiece About a Religious Messiah
Director: Darren Arofnosky Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Emma Watson ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood which…
“Man of Steel” (2013) – Russell Crowe’s Soaring Superman Reboot
Director: Zack Snyder Writer: David S. Goyer (based on story by Christopher Nolan) Starring: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams and Michael…
“Les Miserables” (2012) – Russell Crowe’s Brilliant Broadway Musical
Director: Tom Hooper Writer: William Nicholson (based on novel by Victor Hugo) Starring: Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway and Russel Crowe …
“Robin Hood” (2010) – Russell Crowe’s Most Underrated Movie
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Oscar Isaac, Russell Crowe and Cate Blanchett ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood have…
“3:10 to Yuma” (2007) – Russell Crowe’s Wonderful Western Masterpiece
Director: James Mangold Starring: Russell Crowe, Christian Bale and Peter Fonda ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many filmmakers in Hollywood are…
“American Gangster” (2007) – Russell Crowe’s Gritty Gangster Classic
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Ted Levine, Russell Crowe and Denzel Washington ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Cinderella Man” (2005) – Russell Crowe’s Breathtaking Boxing Biopic
Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Paul Giamatti and Renee Zellweger ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have built a…
“Master and Commander: the Far Side of the World” (2003) – Russell Crowe’s Captivating Naval Adventure Classic
Writer/Director: Peter Weir Starring: Paul Bettany, Russell Crowe and James D’Arcy ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have built…
“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Russell Crowe’s Beautiful Biopic About a Genius
Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians…
“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…
“The Insider” (1999) – Russell Crowe’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Brave Whistleblowers
Director: Michael Mann Starring: Russell Crowe, Al Pacino and Christopher Plummer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood which…
“L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Russell Crowe’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…
Russell Crowe’s Best Films Ranked
Few actors that achieved fame years ago are as celebrated as Russell Crowe. Since the 1990’s, Crowe has become an…
My Favourite Jessica Chastain Films
Few actresses entertain audiences like Jessica Chastain. Since the 1990’s, Chastain has become a feminist icon. Whether it’s helpful housekeepers,…
“A Most Violent Year” (2014) – Jessica Chastain’s Captivating Crime Classic
Director: J.C. Chandor Starring: Oscar Isaac, Jessica Chastain and David Oyelowo ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“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…
“Interstellar” (2014) – Jessica Chastain’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…
“Zero Dark Thirty” (2012) – Jessica Chastain’s Terrific Terrorism Thriller
Director: Kathryn Bigelow Writer: Mark Boal Starring: Jessica Chastain, Jason Clarke, and Kyle Chandler ‘Tense Terrorism Thriller’ From what I…
“Lawless” (2012) – Jessica Chastain’s Powerful Prohibition Drama
Director: John Hillcoat Starring: Shia LaBeouf, Tom Hardy and Jessica Chastain ‘Powerful Period Piece’ “Lawless” is directed by John Hillcoat.…
“The Help” (2011) – Jessica Chastain’s Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Tate Taylor Starring: Emma Stone, Bryce Dallas Howard and Viola Davis ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are…
My Favourite Cate Blanchett Films
Not many actresses in Hollywood get audiences excited like Cate Blanchett. Since the 1990’s, Blanchett has become an icon. Whether…
“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…
“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 Amazing 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 Drama
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 Powerful 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 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…
My Favourite Lupita Nyong’o Films
Not many stars that gained fame years ago are as beloved as Lupita Nyong’o. Since the 2000’s, Nyong’o has become…
“The Wild Robot” (2024) – Lupita Nyong’o’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Wild Robots
Director: Chris Sanders Starring: Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal and Bill Nighy ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made movie…
“A Quiet Place: Day One” (2024) – Lupita Nyong’o’s Silently Spectacular Horror Prequel
Writer/Director: Michael Sarnoski Starring: Lupita Nyong’o, Joseph Quinn and Alex Wolff …
“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” (2022) – Lupita Nyong’o’s Spectacular Black Panther Sequel
Writer/Director: Ryan Coogler Starring: Letitia Wright, Angela Basset, Lupita Nyong’o …
“Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (2019) – Lupita Nyong’o’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…
“Us” (2019) – Lupita N’yongo’s Captivating Horror Classic About Doppelgangers
Writer/Director: Jordan Peele Starring: Lupita N’yongo, Winston Duke and Elisabeth Moss ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (2017) – Lupita Nyong’o’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…
“Black Panther” (2018) – Lupita Nyong’o’s Brilliant Black Panther Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Ryan Coogler Co-writer: Joe Robert Cole Starring: Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan and Lupita Nyong’o ‘A Marvelous Blockbuster’ Over…
“Queen of Katwe” (2016) – Lupita Nyong’o’s Captivating Classic About Chess Champions
Director: Mira Nair Starring: Lupita Nyong’o, David Oyelowo and Madina Nalwanga ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood that…
“The Jungle Book” (2016) – Lupita Nyong’o’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…
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015) – Lupita Nyong’o’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…
“12 Years a Slave” (2013) – Lupita Nyong’o’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 Favourite Viola Davis Films
Not many actresses in Hollywood are as beloved as Viola Davis. Since the 1990’s, Davis has become a legendary icon.…
“Air” (2023) – Viola Davis’ Brilliant Business Biopic About Nike
Director: Ben Affleck Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Viola Davis …
“The Suicide Squad” (2021) – Viola Davis’ Sensational Supervillain Reboot
Writer/Director: James Gunn Starring: Idris Elba, John Cena and Margot Robbie ‘Sensational Supervillain Reboot’ Superhero movies that face excessive studio…
“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” (2020) – Viola Davis’ Brilliant Broadway Musical
Director: George C. Wolfe Writer: Ruben Santiago-Hudson (based on August Wilson’s play) Starring: Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman and Colman Domingo…
“Widows” (2018) – Viola Davis’ Captivating Heist Crime Classic
Writer/Director: Steve McQueen Starring: Elizabeth Debicki, Viola Davis and Liam Neeson ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Suicide Squad” (2016) – Viola Davis’ Worst Movie
Writer/Director: David Ayer Starring: Will Smith, Margot Robbie and Jared Leto ‘A Suicidal Disaster’ Have you ever been let down…
“Fences” (2016) – Viola Davis’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Family Tragedy
Director: Denzel Washington Starring: Denzel Washington, Viola Davis and Stephen Henderson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“Prisoners” (2013) – Viola Davis’ Powerful Child Abduction Thriller
Director: Denis Villeneuve Writer: Aaron Guzikowski Starring: Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Terrence Howard ‘Powerful Abduction Thriller’ Movies rarely ever surprise…
“The Help” (2011) – Viola Davis’ Powerful Period Piece about Segregation
Writer/Director: Tate Taylor Starring: Emma Stone, Bryce Dallas Howard and Viola Davis ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are…
“Eat Pray Love” (2010) – Viola Davis’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Soulful Women
Writer/Director: Ryan Murphy Starring: Viola Davis, Julia Roberts and Javier Bardem ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“Doubt” (2008) – Viola Davis’ Meaningful Masterpiece about Religion
Director: John Patrick Shanley Starring: Amy Adams, Meryl Streep and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in…
“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Viola Davis’ Captivating Casino Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Traffic” (2000) – Viola Davis’ Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Drug Trafficking
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Michael Douglas, Benicio Del Toro and Don Cheadle ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made…
“Out of Sight” (1998) – Viola Davis’ Captivating Crime Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Ving Rhames, George Clooney and Jennifer Lopez ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Not many filmmakers in Hollywood…
My Favourite Kristin Scott Thomas Films
Not many actresses have made movies that are as precious as Kristin Scott Thomas. Since the 1990’s, Thomas has become…
“Rebecca” (2020) – Kristin Scott Thomas’ Cursed Remake of a Celebrated Alfred Hitchcock Classic
Director: Ben Wheatley Writers: Jane Goldman, Joe Shrapnel and Anna Waterhouse Starring: Lily James, Armie Hammer and Kristin Scott Thomas…
“Darkest Hour” (2017) – Kristin Scott Thomas’ Brilliant Biopic About Winston Churchill
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Gary Oldman, Lily James and Ben Mendehlson ‘A Captivating Period Piece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Nowhere Boy” (2009) – Kristin Scott Thomas’ Brilliant Biopic About John Lennon
Director: Sam Taylor-Wood Starring: Aaron Johnson, Kristin Scott Thomas, Thomas Sangster ‘Brilliant Beatles Biopic’ “Nowhere Boy” is directed by Sam…
“Gosford Park” (2001) – Kristin Scott Thomas’ Magnificent Murder Mystery
Director: Robert Altman Starring: Michael Gambon, Maggie Smith and Charles Dance ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Mission: Impossible” (1996) – Kristin Scott Thomas’ Magnificent Mission Impossible Introduction
Director: Brian De Palma Starring: Tom Cruise, Ving Rhames and Kristin Scott Thomas ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in…
“The English Patient” (1996) – Kristin Scott Thomas’ Powerful Period Piece About Doomed Love
Writer/Director: Anthony Minghella Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Kristin Scott Thomas and Willem Dafoe ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Richard III” (1995) – Kristin Scott Thomas’ Spectacular Shakespeare Adaptation
Director: Richard Loncraine Starring: Maggie Smith, Ian McKellen and Jim Broadbent ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Britain have…
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.…
“Queer” (2024) – Daniel Craig’s Mesmerizing Queer Period Piece
Writer/Director: Luca Guadagnino Starring: Daniel Craig, Drew Starkey and Jason Schwartzman ‘A Marvellous Period Piece’ Gay people are rarely depicted…
“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
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a…
“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…
“Logan Lucky” (2017) – Daniel Craig’s Captivating Crime Comedy Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Channing Tatum, Adam Driver and Sebastian Stan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“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 Superb James Bond Sequel
Director: Sam Mendes Writers: Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, and John Logan Starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes ‘Brilliant Bond…
“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 Masterpiece
Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Stanley Tucci, Tom Hanks and Jude Law ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“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…
“Omkara” (2006) – Vishal Bhardwaj’s Spectacular Indian Adaptation of Shakespeare’s Othello
Writer/Director: Vishal Bhardwaj Starring: Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few plays written by Shakespeare…
“One Battle After Another” (2025) – Sean Penn’s Bold Masterpiece About Fathers
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn and Benicio Del Toro ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Fathers are inspiring figures…
“The Power of the Dog” (2021) – Jane Campion’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…
“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 Brilliant 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 About Isolation
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
“The Great Gatsby” (2013) – Baz Luhrmann’s Great Adaptation
Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about millionaires…
“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 Insanity
Not many genres have built a legacy as strong as insanity. Since the 1970’s, stories of characters going insane have…
“American Psycho” (2000) – Mary Harron’s Captivating Classic About Insane Serial Killers
Writer/Director: Mary Harron Starring: Christian Bale, Jared Leto and Willem Dafoe ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood that rarely…
“Birdman” (2015) – Alejandro Gonzalez Innaritu’s Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Insane Broadway Actors
Writer/Director: Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu Starring: Michael Keaton, Edward Norton and Naomi Watts ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Fight Club” (1999) – David Fincher’s Captivating Cult Classic About Insane Clubs
Director: David Fincher Written by Jim Uhls (based off screenplay by Chuck Palahniuk) Starring Edward Norton, Brad Pitt and Helena…
“The Talented Mr. Ripley” (1999) – Anthony Minghella’s Captivating Classic About Insane Con-Artists
Writer/Director: Anthony Minghella Starring: Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood that…
“Taxi Driver” (1976) – Robert De Niro’s Timeless Classic About Insane Taxi Drivers
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel and Jodie Foster ‘A Timeless Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” (1975) – Milos Forman’s Meaningful Masterpiece about Insane Mental Asylums
Director: Milos Forman Starring: Jack Nicholson, Louise Fletcher, Danny DeVito ‘Outstanding Masterpiece’ Not many films have stunned me over the…
“Psycho” (1960) – Alfred Hitchcock’s Captivating Horror Classic About Psychotic Killers
Director: Alfred Hitchcock Starring: Anthony Perkins, Vera Miles, Jante Leigh ‘Psychotic Masterpiece’ “Psycho” is directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Its script…
“The Father” (2020) – Florian Zeller’s Dazzling Masterpiece about Insanity of Dementia
Writer/Director: Florian Zeller Co-writer: Christopher Hampton Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Olivia Colman and Mark Gatiss ‘Powerful Dementia Drama’ Dementia is a…
“Apocalypse Now” (1979) – Francis Ford Coppola’s Magnificent Masterpiece about Insane War Veterans
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Marlon Brando, Martin Sheen and Robert Duvall ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood which…
“The Shining” (1980) – My Favourite Film About Insanity
Writer/Director: Stanley Kubrick Starring: Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall and Danny Lloyd ‘A Shining Horror Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review,…
My Favourite Ian McKellen Films
Not many actors in Hollywood have earned the recognition of Ian McKellen. Since the 1990’s, McKellen has become an icon.…
“Cats” (2019) – Ian McKellen’s Worst Movie
Writer/Director: Tom Hooper Co-writer: Lee Hall Starring: Francesca Hayward, Jennifer Hudson and Judi Dench ‘A Cat-astrophic Musical’ It is not…
“Beauty and the Beast” (2017) – Ian McKellen’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Disney Classic
Director: Bill Condon Starring: Emma Watson, Dan Stevens and Luke Evans ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“X-Men: Days of Future Past” (2014) – Ian McKellen’s Extraordinary X-Men Sequel
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Lawrence and James McAvoy ‘Extraordinary Entertainment’ Few characters in comic-book history are as…
“The Hobbit: the Desolation of Smaug” (2013) – Ian McKellen’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…
“The Wolverine” (2013) – Ian McKellen’s Wonderful Wolverine Blockbuster
Director: James Mangold …
“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” (2012) – Ian McKellen’s Powerful LOTR Prequel
Written and Directed by Peter Jackson Also Written by Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, and Guillermo del Toro (based off book by…
“X-Men: The Last Stand” (2006) – Ian McKellen’s Most Underrated X-Men Movie
Writer/Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen ‘Passable Entertainment’ When it comes to beloved comic book…
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