Writer/Director: James Gunn Co-Writer: Nicole Perlman Starring: Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana and Bradley Cooper ‘Marvel-ous Entertainment’ You’re immediately hooked on…
Movie Reviews
“Her” (2013) – Chris Pratt’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…
“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…
“Moneyball” (2011) – Chris Pratt’s Baseball Classic
Director: Bennett Miller Starring: Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill and Phillip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have made…
My Favourite Dustin Hoffman Films
Not many actors have earned appreciation of Dustin Hoffman. Since the 1970’s, Hoffman has become an icon in the film…
“Chef” (2014) – Dustin Hoffman’s Chef Comedy
Writer/Director: Jon Favreau Starring: Jon Favreau, Bobby Cannavale and Sofia Vergara ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors In Hollywood have…
“Sleepers” (1996) – Dustin Hoffman’s Courtroom Classic
Writer/Director: Barry Levinson Starring: Brad Pitt, Dustin Hoffman and Robert De Niro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Hook” (1991) – Dustin Hoffman’s Fantastic Fantasy Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Robin Williams and Julia Roberts ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood have…
“Rain Man” (1988) – Dustin Hoffman’s Timeless Autism Classic
Director: Barry Levinson Starring: Tom Cruise, Dustin Hoffman and Valeria Golino ‘A Timeless Classic’ Autism is a sensitive subject rarely…
“Kramer vs. Kramer” (1979) – Dustin Hoffman’s Dazzling Divorce Classic
Writer/Director: Robert Benton Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Meryl Streep and Justin Henry ‘A Timeless Classic’ Divorce is a devastating process causing…
“The Graduate” (1967) – Dustin Hoffman’s Coming-of-Age Classic
Director: Mike Nichols Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft and Katharine Ross ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood have…
“Kal Ho Naa Ho” (2003) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Heartbreaking Bollywood Classic About Illness
Director: Nikkhil Advani Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta and Saif Ali Khan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Danny Boyle’s Breathtaking Beatles Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert Eggers’ Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
“The Dark Knight Rises” (2012) – Morgan Freeman’s Fantastic Batman Finale
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Gary Oldman and Anne Hathaway ‘Fantastic Batman Finale’ “The Dark Knight Rises” is written…
“The Dark Knight” (2008) – Morgan Freeman’s Spectacular Batman Sequel
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger and Aaron Eckhart ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few superheroes have earned a fan…
“Batman Begins” (2005) – Morgan Freeman’s Comic-Book Classic
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson ‘Breathtaking Blockbuster’ “Batman Begins” is directed by Christopher Nolan. Its…
“Die Hard” (1988) – Bruce Willis’ Captivating Action Classic
Director: John McTiernan Starring: Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman and Bonnie Bedelia ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame years…
“Star Wars: A New Hope” (1977) – Harrison Ford’s Spectacular Sci-fi Classic
Writer/Director: George Lucas Starring: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford and Carrie Fischer ‘A Science-Fiction Classic’ Few franchises about starry galaxies that…
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 About Los Angeles
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 Gangster Masterpiece
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 Heist Classic
Writer/Director: Michael Mann Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Val Kilmer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“Carlito’s Way” (1993) – Al Pacino’s Crime Classic
Director: Brian de Palma Starring: Al Pacino, Viggo Mortensen and Sean Penn ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors which achieved…
“Scent of a Woman” (1992) – Al Pacino’s Captivating Blindness Classic
Director: Martin Brest Starring: Al Pacino, Chris O’Donnell and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Powerful Pacino Classic’ Blind people are rarely…
“The Godfather: Part II” (1974) – Al Pacino’s Mesmerizing Mobster Sequel
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Al Pacino, Robert De Niro and Robert Duvall ‘A Mesmerizing Sequel’ Not many actors in…
“The Godfather” (1972) – Al Pacino’s Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan ‘A Mobster Masterpiece’ Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘The Godfather’ is…
“Avatar” (2009) – Zoe Saldana’s Spectacular Sci-fi Masterpiece
Writer/Director: James Cameron Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana and Sigourney Weaver ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood 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…
“Frankenstein” (2025) – Guillermo Del Toro’s Oscar-Nominated Period Piece About a Monster
Writer/Director: Guillermo Del Toro Starring: Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elrodi and Mia Goth ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ When it comes to…
“Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham” (2001) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Captivating Bollywood Classic About Broken Families
Writer/Director: Karan Johar Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few movie-stars in Bollywood have achieved…
“Conclave” (2024) – Ralph Fiennes’ Riveting Religious Drama
Director: Edward Berger Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and John Lithgow ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Religion is a sensitive subject that’s…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Danny Boyle’s Breathtaking Beatles Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert Eggers’ Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
“The Dark Knight Rises” (2012) – Michael Caine’s Fantastic Batman Finale
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Gary Oldman and Anne Hathaway ‘Fantastic Batman Finale’ “The Dark Knight Rises” is written…
“The Dark Knight” (2008) – Michael Caine’s Batman Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger and Aaron Eckhart ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few superheroes have earned a fan…
“Batman Begins” (2005) – Michael Caine’s Comic-Book Classic
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson ‘Breathtaking Blockbuster’ “Batman Begins” is directed by Christopher Nolan. Its…
“Blade Runner” (1982) – Harrison Ford’s Captivating Sci-fi Classic
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Harrison Ford, Rutget Hauer and Sean Young ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood are…
“Jaws” (1975) – Roy Scheider’s Jaw-Dropping Horror Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw and Richard Dreyfuss ‘A Jaw-Dropping Horror Classic’ Sharks are scary creatures that…
My Favourite Spy Films
Not many characters in movies satisfy audiences as much as the spy. Since the 1960’s, the spy genre has produced…
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 Judi Dench Films
Few actresses in Hollywood are as beloved as Judi Dench. Ever since the 1990’s, Dench has become a legendary icon.…
“Belfast” (2021) – Judi Dench’s Incredible Irish Period Piece
Written and Directed by Kenneth Branagh Starring Jude Hill, Jamie Dornan and Judi Dench …
“Cats” (2019) – Judi Dench’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…
“Murder on the Orient Express” (2017) – Judi Dench’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Johnny Depp and Michelle Pfeiffer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Spectre” (2015) – Judi Dench’s Most Underrated Movie
Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Daniel Craig, Lea Seydoux and Christoph Waltz ‘A Superb Sequel’ Not many actresses have made movies…
“Skyfall” (2012) – Judi Dench’s Brilliant Bond Sequel
Director: Sam Mendes Writers: Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, and John Logan Starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes ‘Brilliant Bond…
“J. Edgar” (2011) – Judi Dench’s Powerful Political Biopic
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Armie Hammer and Naomi Watts ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors that gained fame…
“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Judi Dench’s Beautiful Indian Period Piece
Directed by John Madden Written by Ol Parker Starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith ‘A Charming Comedy’ Sometimes…
“Casino Royale” (2006) – Judi Dench’s Brilliant Bond Masterpiece
Director: Martin Campbell Starring: Daniel Craig, Eva Green and Mads Mikkelsen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few characters in cinematic history have…
“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Judi Dench’s Austen Masterpiece
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s…
“Iris” (2001) – Judi Dench’s Meaningful Disability Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Richard Eyre Starring: Jim Broadbent, Judi Dench and Kate Winslet ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Britain have…
“Chocolat” (2000) – Judi Dench’s Powerful Period Piece
Director: Lasse Halstrom Starring: Judi Dench, Johnny Depp and Juliette Binoche ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Britain have…
“Shakespeare in Love” (1998) – Judi Dench’s Powerful Shakespeare Period Piece
Director: John Madden Starring: Ben Affleck, Joseph Fiennes and Gwyneth Paltrow ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“A Room With a View” (1985) – Judi Dench’s Powerful Period Piece
Director: James Ivory Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Daniel Day-Lewis and Maggie Smith ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ Not many actresses in…
“GoldenEye” (1995) – Judi Dench’s Magnificent James Bond Masterpiece
Director: Martin Campbell Starring: Robbie Coltrane, Pierce Brosnan and Famke Janssen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Britain have…
“Sinners” (2025) – Michael B. Jordan’s Brilliant Oscar-Nominated Masterpiece About Brothers
Writer/Director: Ryan Coogler Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfield and Jack O’ Connell ‘A Meaningful Period Piece’ Brothers are powerful…
“The Holdovers” (2023) – Paul Giamatti’s Touching Teachers Drama
Director: Alexander Payne Starring: Paul Giamatti, Dominic Sessa, Da’ Vine Joy Randolph …
“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
Writer/Director: Coralie Fargeat Starring: Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley and Dennis Quaid ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Himesh Patel’s Brilliant Beatles Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Willem Dafoe’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…
“Elysium” (2013) – Matt Damon’s Most Underrated Movie
Writer/Director: Neill Blomkamp Starring: Matt Damon, Jodie Foster and Sharlto Copley ‘Original Entertainment’ In a Summer that’s so far occupied…
“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…
“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 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 Beaty” (1999) – Kevin Spacey’s Beautiful Classic About Broken Families
Writer/Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening and Wes Bentley ‘A Beautiful Masterpiece’ Few celebrities in Hollywood have faced…
“L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Kevin Spacey’s L.A. Classic
Writer/Director: Curtis Hanson Starring: Guy Pearce, Kevin Spacey and Russell Crowe ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“A Time to Kill” (1996) – Kevin Spacey’s Courtroom Classic
Director: Joel Schumacher Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Matthew McConaughey and Sandra Bullock ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Usual Suspects” (1995) – Kevin Spacey’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne and Benicio Del Toro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“Se7en” (1995) – Kevin Spacey’s Serial Killer Classic
Director: David Fincher Starring: Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman and Kevin Spacey ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers in the world have…
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Arranged Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always…
“Hamnet” (2025) – Chloe Zhao’s Oscar-Nominated Shakespeare Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Chloe Zhao Starring: Paul Mescal, Jessie Buckley and Emily Watson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few authors in English literature have…
“Saltburn” (2023) – Barry Keoghan’s Spectacular Social Class Satire
Writer/Director: Emerald Fennell Starring: Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elrodi, Rosamund Pike …
“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…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Himesh Patel’s Breathtaking Beatles Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert 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…
“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) – Michelle Williams’ Magnificent Marilyn Monroe Biopic
Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by…
“Emma” (2020) – Anya Taylor-Joy’s Amazing 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 Crime Films
Few film genres have stood the test of time like crime. Since the 1970’s, the genre has made strong movies.…
My Favourite Mark Wahlberg Films
Not many actors have achieved appreciation of Mark Wahlberg. Since the 1990’s, Wahlberg has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s…
“Patriots Day” (2016) – Mark Wahlberg’s Mesmerizing Terrorism Masterpiece
Director: Peter Berg Starring: J.K. Simmons, John Goodman and Mark Wahlberg ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood are…
“2 Guns” (2013) – Mark Wahlberg’s Worst Movie
Director: Baltasar Kormakur Writer: Blake Masters (based on graphic novels by Steve Grant) Starring: Denzel Washington, Mark Wahlberg, and Paula…
“The Fighter” (2010) – Mark Wahlberg’s Breathtaking Boxing Drama
Director: David O. Russell Starring: Christian Bale, Mark Wahlberg and Amy Adams ‘A Breathtaking Biopic’ When it comes to the…
“The Lovely Bones” (2009) – Mark Wahlberg’s Captivating Child Abduction Thriller
Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Stanley Tucci and Mark Wahlberg ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved…
“The Departed” (2006) – Mark Wahlberg’s Crime Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals…
“Boogie Nights” (1997) – Mark Wahlberg’s Captivating Classic
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore and Burt Reynolds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Basketball Diaries” (1995) – Mark Wahlberg’s Dazzling Teen Drug Addiction Drama
Director: Scott Kalvert Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Wahlberg and Lorraine Bracco ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors that gained fame…
My Favourite Ray Liotta Films
Not many actors had the charisma of Ray Liotta. Since the 1980’s, Liotta became a legendary icon. Whether it’s cruel…
“Marriage Story” (2019) – Ray Liotta’s Marriage Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Noah Baumbach Starring: Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson and Laura Dern ‘Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ It is always hard to move on…
“The Place Beyond the Pines” (2013) – Ray Liotta’s Great Masterpiece About Fathers
Writer/Director: Derek Cianfrance Co-writers: Ben Coccio and Darius Marder Starring: Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes and Bradley Cooper ‘A Multi-Generational Masterpiece’…
“Goodfellas” (1990) – Ray Liotta’s Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci ‘Mobster Masterpiece’ Few figures fascinate filmmakers as much as…
“Field of Dreams” (1989) – Ray Liotta’s Baseball Classic
Writer/Director: Phil Alden Robinson Starring: Kevin Costner, Ray Liotta and James Earl Jones ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood…
“My Name is Khan” (2010) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Terrorism Trauma
Writer/Director: Karan Johar Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Jimmy Shergil ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers in Bollywood are as…
“Train Dreams” (2025) – Joel Edgerton’s Powerful Oscar-Nominated Period Drama About Wilderness
Writer/Director: Clint Bentley Starring: Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones and William H. Macy ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ When it comes to…
“Oz: The Great and the Powerful” (2013) – James Franco’s Great Wizard of Oz Prequel
Director: Sam Raimi Writers: Mitchell Kapner and David Lindsay-Abaire Starring: James Franco, Michelle Williams, and Mila Kunis ‘Powerful Prequel’ I…
“There Will be Blood” (2007) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Greed
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Paul Dano and Ciaran Hinds ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood which…
“No Country for Old Men” (2007) – Javier Bardem’s Wonderful Western Masterpiece
Writer/Director: The Coen Brothers Starring: Javier Bardem, Tommy Lee Jones and Woody Harrelson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few stars in Hollywood…
“Chicago” (2002) – John C. Reilly’s Brilliant Broadway Musical
Directed by Rob Marshall Starring: Catherine Zeta-Jones, Richard Gere, Renee Zellweger ‘Mesmerizing Musical’ “Chicago” is directed by Rob Marshall. Its…
“Training Day” (2001) – Denzel Washington’s Crime Classic
Director: Antoine Fuqua Starring: Denzel Washington, Ethan Hawke and Scott Glenn ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Few movie-stars in Hollywood have…
“Snatch” (2000) – Brad Pitt’s Mesmerizing Crime Masterpiece About Conflicted Boxers
Writer/Director: Guy Ritchie Starring: Brad Pitt, Stephen Graham and Benicio Del Toro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Gandhi” (1982) – Ben Kingsley’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Gandhi
Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in…
“Superman” (1978) – Marlon Brando’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…
“Joker” (2019) – Todd Phillips’ Comic-Book Classic
Writer/Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro and Zazie Beetz ‘A Magnificent Comic-Book Masterpiece’ Few characters in comic-book…
“The Silence of the Lambs” (1991) – Jonathan Demme’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…
“Room” (2015) – Lenny Abrahamson’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Isolation Trauma
Director: Lenny Abrahamson Writer: Emma Donoghue (based on novel) Starring: Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay and William H. Macy ‘A Moving…
“Hereditary” (2018) – Ari Aster’s Haunting Horror Drama About Family Trauma
Writer/Director: Ari Aster Starring: Toni Collette, Milly Shapiro and Gabriel Byrne ‘A Terrifying Thriller’ Before I begin this review, I…
“Good Will Hunting” (1997) – Gus Van Sant’s Coming-of-Age Classic
Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Robin Williams ‘A Timeless Classic’ Teachers are powerful figures that shape…
“Moonlight” (2016) – Barry Jenkins’ Mesmerizing Queer Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Barry Jenkins Based on the play by Tarell Alvin McCraney Starring: Mahershala Ali, Ashton Sanders and Naomi Harris ‘Magnificent…
“Mystic River” (2003) – Clint Eastwood’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Sean Penn, Laurence Fishburne and Tim Robbins ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Psycho” (1960) – Alfred Hitchcock’s Captivating Horror Classic About Trauma
Director: Alfred Hitchcock Starring: Anthony Perkins, Vera Miles, Jante Leigh ‘Psychotic Masterpiece’ “Psycho” is directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Its script…
“The Sixth Sense” (1999) – M. Night Shyamalan’s Captivating Horror Classic
Writer/Director: M. Night Shyamalan Starring: Bruce Willis, Toni Collette and Haley Joel Osment ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood…
“The Shining” (1980) – My Favourite Film About Trauma
Writer/Director: Stanley Kubrick Starring: Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall and Danny Lloyd ‘A Shining Horror Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review,…
The Best Films Made About Trauma Ranked
Not many genres attract audiences to the Cinema like trauma. Since the 1980’s, scared children have made for engaging movies.…
“The Phoenician Scheme” (2025) – Tom Hanks’ Brilliant Business Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Benicio Del Toro and Scarlett Johansson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Not many stars in Hollywood…
“Asteroid City” (2023) – Tom Hanks’ Quarantine Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks and Tilda Swinton ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“A Man Called Otto” (2022) – Tom Hanks’ Amazing Drama About Aging
Director: Marc Foster Starring: Tom Hanks, Mariana Trevino, Truman Hanks …
“Elvis” (2022) – Tom Hanks’ Breathtaking Elvis Biopic
Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Tom Hanks, Austin Butler and Kevin Harrison Jr. ‘A Breathtaking Biopic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“News of the World” (2020) – Tom Hanks’ Wonderful Western
Writer/Director: Paul Greengrass Co-writer: Luke Davies (Based on Paulette Jiles’ book) Starring: Tom Hanks, Helena Zengel and Ray McKinnon ‘A…
“Greyhound” (2020) – Tom Hanks’ Terrific Naval Thriller
Director: Aaron Schneider Writer: Tom Hanks (based on book by C.S. Forester) Starring: Tom Hanks, Stephen Graham and Rob Morgan…
“A Beautiful Day in the Neighbourhood” (2019) – Tom Hanks’ Beautiful Biopic
Director: Marielle Heller Starring: Tom Hanks, Matthew Rhys and Chris Cooper ‘A Beautiful Biopic Not many actors are as beloved…
“Toy Story 4” (2019) – Tom Hanks’ Fantastic Toy Story Farewell
Director: Josh Cooley Writers: Andrew Stanton and Stephany Folsom Starring: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen and Keanu Reeves ‘Terrific Toys Sequel’…
“The Post” (2017) – Tom Hanks’ Journalism Masterpiece
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep and Sarah Paulson ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors are as iconic…
“Sully” (2016) – Tom Hanks’ Breathtaking Biopic
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Tom Hanks, Aaron Eckhart and Anna Gunn ‘A Brilliant Biopic’ Not many actors are as celebrated…
“Bridge of Spies” (2015) – Tom Hanks’ Cold War Masterpiece
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Tom Hanks, Mark Rylance and Alan Alda ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors are as celebrated…
“Captain Phillips” (2013) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Hijacking Crisis Thriller
Director: Paul Greengrass Writer: Billy Ray Starring: Tom Hanks and Barkhad Abdi ‘Captivating Hijacking Thriller’ “Captain Phillips” is the most…
“Cloud Atlas” (2012) – Tom Hanks’ Most Underrated Movie
Directors: The Wachowskis Starring: Tom Hanks, Jim Broadbent and Halle Berry ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Britain have…
“Toy Story 3” (2010) – Tom Hanks’ Terrific Toy Story Sequel
Director: Lee Unkrich Starring: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen and John Ratzenberger ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Da Vinci Code” (2006) – Tom Hanks’ Magnificent Murder Mystery
Director: Ron Howard Starring: Tom Hanks, Paul Bettany and Alfred Molina ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Terminal” (2004) – Tom Hanks’ Airport Comedy
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Tom Hanks, Catherina Zeta-Jones and Stanley Tucci ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood are…
“Road to Perdition” (2002) – Tom Hanks’ Gritty Gangster Classic
Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Stanley Tucci, Tom Hanks and Jude Law ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Tom Hanks’ Con-Artist Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood…
“Cast Away” (2000) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Survival Classic
Director: Robert Zemeckis Starring: Tom Hanks, Helen Hunt and Nick Searcy ‘A Captivating Survival Classic’ Imagine being stranded alone on…
“The Green Mile” (1999) – Tom Hanks’ Powerful Prison Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Frank Darabont Starring: Tom Hanks, James Cromwell and Michael Clarke Duncan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made…
“Saving Private Ryan” (1998) – Tom Hanks’ Magnificent WWII Masterpiece
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Edward Burns ‘Wonderful War Epic’ Few filmmakers in the world are as…
“Apollo 13” (1995) – Tom Hanks’ Sci-fi Classic
Director: Ron Howard Starring: Tom Hanks, Ed Harris and Kevin Bacon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Forrest Gump” (1994) – Tom Hanks’ Childhood Classic
Director: Robert Zemeckis Writer: Eric Roth (based on the book) Starring: Tom Hanks, Robin Wright and Sally Field ‘A Captivating…
“Sleepless in Seattle” (1993) – Tom Hanks’ Meaningful Romantic Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Nora Ephron Starring: Tom Hanks, Meg Ryan and Rob Reiner ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors are as beloved…
“Philadelphia” (1993) – Tom Hanks’ Courtrom Classic
Director: Jonathan Demme Starring: Tom Hanks, Denzel Washington and Jason Robards ‘A Captivating Classic’ Gay people are rarely depicted with…
“A League of Their Own” (1992) – Tom Hanks’ Baseball Classic
Director: Penny Marshall Starring: Tom Hanks, Geena Davis and Madonna ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors are as beloved as…
“Big” (1988) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic
Director: Penny Marshall Starring: Tom Hanks, Elizabeth Perkins and John Heard ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors are as beloved…
Tom Hanks’ Best Films Ranked
Not many actors in Hollywood are as celebrated as Tom Hanks. Following his recognition during the 1980’s, Hanks has proven…
My Favourite Star Wars Films
Few film franchises about starry galaxies facing wars are as celebrated as Star Wars. Created a long time ago in…
My Favourite Marvel Movies
Few studios have made movies at which audiences marvel like Marvel. Since the 1990’s, Marvel has made unforgettable movies. Whether…
My Favourite Samuel L. Jackson Films
Few actors in Hollywood have earned appreciation of Samuel L. Jackson. Ever since the 1990’s, Jackson has become an icon.…
“The Banker” (2020) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Powerful Period Piece
Director: George Nolfi Starring: Anthony Mackie, Samuel L. Jackson and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” (2019) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Satisfying Star Wars Finale
Writer/Director: J.J. Abrams Co-writer: Chris Terrio Starring: Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver and John Boyega ‘A Satisfactory Finale’ When it comes…
“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Avengers Farewell
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth…
“Incredibles 2” (2018) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Incredible Animated Sequel
Writer/Director: Brad Bird Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson ‘An Incredible Sequel’ When it comes to…
“Avengers: Infinity War” (2018) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Amazing Avengers Sequel
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland…
“Kong: Skull Island” (2017) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Dazzling Disaster Blockbuster
Director: Jordan Vogt-Roberts Starring: Shea Whigham, Tom Hiddleston and Brie Larson ‘A Captivating Blockbuster’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Hateful Eight” (2015) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Wonderful Western
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Samuel L. Jackson,, Kurt Russell and Tim Roth ‘A Wonderful Western’ Not many actors have achieved…
“Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Amazing Avengers Sequel
Director: Joss Whedon Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Samuel L. Jackson ‘A Spectacular Sequel Not many actors in…
“Captain America: the Winter Soldier” (2014) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Superb Sequel
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely and Ed Brubaker Starring: Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Samuel…
“Django Unchained” (2012) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Slavery Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Bloody Great Time’ You don’t always see long movies…
“The Avengers” (2012) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Amazing Avengers Introduction
Writer/Director: Joss Whedon Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Mark Ruffalo ‘Marvel-ous Entertainment’ “The Avengers” is written and directed…
“Captain America: The First Avenger” (2011) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Comic-Book Classic
Director: Joe Johnston Starring: Chris Evans, Hayley Atwell and Hugo Weaving ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actresses In Hollywood…
“Thor” (2011) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Comic-Book Masterpiece
Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston and Clark Gregg ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Glorious Satire
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several…
“Iron Man” (2008) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Incredible Iron Man Introduction
Director: Jon Favreau Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow and Jeff Bridges ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actors that…
“The Incredibles” (2004) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Incredible Animated Classic
Writer/Director: Brad Bird Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have…
“Unbreakable” (2000) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Comic-Book Masterpiece
Writer/Director: M. Night Shyamalan Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Bruce Willis and Robin Wright ‘A Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actors have…
“Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace” (1999) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Spectacular Star Wars Prequel
Writer/Director: George Lucas Starring; Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor and Natalie Portman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Out of Sight” (1998) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Heist Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Ving Rhames, George Clooney and Jennifer Lopez ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Not many filmmakers in Hollywood…
“Jackie Brown” (1997) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Con-Artist Classic
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Robert De Niro, Michael Keaton and Bridget Fonda ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“A Time to Kill” (1996) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Court Classic
Director: Joel Schumacher Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Matthew McConaughey and Sandra Bullock ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Pulp Fiction” (1994) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Powerful Pulp Classic
WARNING: Significant Spoilers in review Written and directed by Quentin Tarantino Also written by Roger Avary Starring Samuel L. Jackson, John…
“True Romance” (1993) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Crime Classic
Director: Tony Scott Starring: Gary Oldman, Christian Slater and Val Kilmer ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“Jurassic Park” (1993) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Dazzling Dinosaur Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Richard Attenborough ‘A Dazzling Dinosaur Classic’ Dinosaurs are terrifying creatures which…
“Goodfellas” (1990) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci ‘Mobster Masterpiece’ Few figures fascinate filmmakers as much as…
“Do the Right Thing” (1989) – Samuel L. Jackson’s Bold Masterpiece About Racism
Writer/Director: Spike Lee Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Spike Lee and Turturro ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have achieved praise…
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.…
“A Complete Unknown” (2024) – Timothee Chalamet’s Brilliant Bob Dylan Biopic
Writer/Director: James Mangold Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Edward Norton and Elle Fanning ‘A Magnificent Biopic’ When it comes to musicians that…
“Dune: Part 2” (2024) – Timothee Chalamet’s Spectacular Sci-fi Sequel
Writer/Director: Denis Villeneuve Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson …
“Wonka” (2023) – Timothee Chalamet’s Wonderful Wonka Musical
Writer/Director: Paul King Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Sally Hawkins, Hugh Grant …
“Don’t Look Up” (2021) – Timothee Chalamet’s Worst Movie
Written and Directed by Adam McKay Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence and Meryl Streep ‘Captivating Satire’ Inconvenient truth behind climate…
“Dune” (2021) – Timothee Chalamet’s Sci-fi Epic
Written and Directed by Denis Villeneuve Co-written by Jon Spaihts and Eric Roth Starring Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson and Oscar…
“The French Dispatch” (2021) – Timothee Chalamet’s Mesmerizing Magazine Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Willem Dafoe, Adrien Brody and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors that achieved fame…
“Little Women” (2025) – Timothee Chalamet’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Strong 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 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 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 Space Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few directors in Hollywood have achieved…
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.…
“Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” (2025) – Daniel Craig’s Mesmerizing Mystery Sequel
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Josh O’ Connor and Josh Brolin ‘A Mesmerizing Mystery’ Few movies ever made about…
“Queer” (2023) – Daniel Craig’s Powerful 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 Mesmerizing Mystery Sequel
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Janelle Monae, Edward Norton …
“No Time to Die” (2021) – Daniel Craig’s Fantastic Bond Farewell
Writer/Director: Cary Fukunaga Starring: Daniel Craig, Lashana Lynch and Rami Malek ‘Satisfying Swansong’ Brawny beauties are seldom rewarded licenses to…
“Knives Out” (2019) – Daniel Craig’s Wonderful Whodunit
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a…
“Logan Lucky” (2017) – Daniel Craig’s Heist Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Channing Tatum, Adam Driver and Sebastian Stan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015) – Daniel Craig’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…
“Spectre” (2015) – Daniel Craig’s Most Underrated 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 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” (2011) – Daniel Craig’s Mesmerizing Mystery Masterpiece
Director: David Fincher Starring: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara and Christopher Plummer ‘A Marvellous Mystery’ Few actresses in Hollywood attract audiences…
“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…
“Casino Royale” (2006) – Daniel Craig’s Bond Masterpiece
Director: Martin Campbell Starring: Daniel Craig, Eva Green and Mads Mikkelsen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few characters in cinematic history have…
“Munich” (2005) – Daniel Craig’s Mesmerizing Terrorism Masterpiece
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Daniel Craig, Eric Bana and Ciaran Hinds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many directors in Hollywood have…
“Layer Cake” (2004) – Daniel Craig’s Dazzling Drug Addiction Drama
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…
“Elizabeth” (1998) – Daniel Craig’s Magnificent Historical Masterpiece
Director: Shekhar Kapur Starring: Cate Blanchett, Joseph Fiennes and Daniel Craig ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actresses have managed to…
My Favourite Gangster Films
Few figures attract audiences to theatres like gangsters. Since the 1970’s, gangsters have elevated movies. Whether it’s intimidating dons, scarface…
My Favourite Robert De Niro Films
Not many actors that achieved fame years ago are as beloved as Robert De Niro. Since the 1970’s, De Niro…
“Once Upon a Time in America” (1984) – Robert De Niro’s Mesmerizing Jewish Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Sergio Leone Starring: Robert De Niro, James Woods and Joe Pesci ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“The King of Comedy” (1982) – Robert De Niro’s Spectacular Standup Satire
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Jerry Lewis and Sandra Bernhard ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many filmmakers in Hollywood…
“Raging Bull” (1980) – Robert De Niro’s Boxing Masterpiece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci and Cathy Moriarty ‘A Remarkable Boxing Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood…
“The Deer Hunter” (1978) – Robert De Niro’s Vietnam War Masterpiece
Director: Michael Cimino Starring: Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken and Meryl Streep ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“Taxi Driver” (1976) – Robert De Niro’s Timeless Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel and Jodie Foster ‘A Timeless Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“The Godfather: Part II” (1974) – Robert De Niro’s Mesmerizing Mob Sequel
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Al Pacino, Robert De Niro and Robert Duvall ‘A Mesmerizing Sequel’ Not many actors in…
“Mean Streets” (1973) – Robert De Niro’s Mobster Masterpiece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel and Amy Robinson ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Few actors which achieved fame…
“Casino” (1995) – Robert De Niro’s Casino Classic
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci and Sharon Stone ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“Hum Tum” (2004) – Saif Ali Khan’s Bollywood Classic
Writer/Director: Kunal Kohli Starring: Saif Ali Khan, Rani Mukerji and Rishi Kapoor ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood are…
“Avatar: Fire and Ash” (2025) – Sam Worthington’s Spectacular Science-fiction Sequel
Writer/Director: James Cameron Starring: Zoe Saldana, Sam Worthington and Sigourney Weaver ‘A Superb Sequel’ Few science-fiction films have raised the…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Danny Boyle’s Breathtaking Beatles Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert Eggers’ Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
My Favourite Thrillers
Not many genres attract audiences to the theatre like the thriller. Since the 1950’s, the thriller genre has made great…
“The Usual Suspects” (1995) – Bryan Singer’s Mystery Classic
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne and Benicio Del Toro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“Gone Girl” (2014) – David Fincher’s Mesmerizing Mystery Thriller
Director: David Fincher Starring: Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike and Neil Patrick Harris ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood are…
“Jaws” (1975) – Steven Spielberg’s Jaw-Dropping Horror Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw and Richard Dreyfuss ‘A Jaw-Dropping Horror Classic’ Sharks are scary creatures that…
“Prisoners” (2013) – Denis Villeneuve’s Captivating Child Abduction Thriller
Director: Denis Villeneuve Writer: Aaron Guzikowski Starring: Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Terrence Howard ‘Powerful Abduction Thriller’ Movies rarely ever surprise…
“The Sixth Sense” (1999) – Toni Collette’s Horror Classic
Writer/Director: M. Night Shyamalan Starring: Bruce Willis, Toni Collette and Haley Joel Osment ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood…
“Parasite” (2019) – Bong Joon-Ho’s 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…
“Pulp Fiction” (1994) – Quentin Tarantino’s Powerful Pulp Classic
WARNING: Significant Spoilers in review Written and directed by Quentin Tarantino Also written by Roger Avary Starring Samuel L. Jackson, John…
“Se7en” (1995) – David Fincher’s Mesmerizing Mystery Masterpiece
Director: David Fincher Starring: Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman and Kevin Spacey ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers in the world have…
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