Writer/Director: Dan Gilroy Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Rene Russo and Riz Ahmed ‘Dazzling Directorial Debut’ A director’s first film is usually…
Movie Reviews
“Prisoners” (2013) – Jake Gyllenhaal’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…
“Source Code” (2011) – Jake Gyllenhaal’s Spectacular Sci-fi Blockbuster
Director: Duncan Jones Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Michelle Monaghan, Vera Farmiga ‘Spectacular Science-Fiction’ Over the past decade, the sci-fi genre has…
“Zodiac” (2007) – Jake Gyllenhaal’s Spectacular Serial Killer Masterpiece
Writer/Director: David Fincher Starring: Brian Cox, Jake Gyllenhaal and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Brokeback Mountain” (2005) – Jake Gyllenhaal’s Mesmerizing Queer Masterpiece
Director: Ang Lee Starring: Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal and David Harbour ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Day After Tomorrow” (2004) – Jake Gyllenhaal’s Dazzling Disaster Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Roland Emmerich Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Ian Holm and Emmy Rossum ‘A Breathtaking Disaster Blockbuster’ Over the past decade, the…
My Favourite Aamir Khan Films
Few Bollywood actors are as beloved today as Aamir Khan. Since the 1990’s, Khan has become an Indian icon. Whether…
“Dangal” (2016) – Aamir Khan’s Inspiring Indian Masterpiece About Powerful Wrestling Families
Writer/Director: Nitesh Tiwari Starring: Aamir Khan, Sakshi Tanwar and Fatima Sana Shaik ‘A Spectacular Sports Classic’ When it comes to…
“Dhobi Ghat” (2010) – Aamir Khan’s Most Underrated Movie
Writer/Director: Kiran Rao Starring: Aamir Khan, Prateik, and Monica Dogra ‘A Powerful Drama’ A person’s life, for the better or…
“3 Idiots” (2009) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Classic About College Students
Director: Rajkumar Hirani Starring: Aamir Khan, Madhavan and Sharman Joshi ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever felt intense pressure to…
“Ghajini” (2008) – Aamir Khan’s Meaningful Bollywood Masterpiece About Memory Loss
Writer/Director: A.R. Muragadoss Starring: Aamir Khan, Asin and Pradeep Rawat Few actors in Bollywood are as celebrated today as Aamir…
“Taare Zameen Par” (2007) – Aamir Khan’s Inspiring Indian Masterpiece About Intellectual Disability
Director: Aamir Khan Starring: Aamir Khan, Darsheel Safary and Vipin Sharma ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Few actors in Bollywood are as…
“Rang De Basanti” (2006) – Aamir Khan’s Powerful Indian Political Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra Starring: Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi and Kunal Kapoor ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Bollywood…
“Fanaa” (2006) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Terrorism
Writer/Director: Kunal Kohli Starring: Aamir Khan, Kajol and Rishi Kapoor ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Bollywood are as beloved…
“Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India” (2001) – Aamir Khan’s Breathtaking Bollywood Classic About Cricket Champions
Writer/Director: Ashutosh Gowariker Starring: Aamir Khan, Gracy Singh and Paul Blackthorne Few actors in Bollywood are as celebrated today as…
“Dil Chahta Hai” (2001) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Lasting Friendships
Writer/Director: Farhan Akhtar Starring: Aamir Khan, Akshaye Khanna and Saif Ali Khan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Friendships are fragile relationships which…
My Favourite Murder Mystery Films
Not many genres are as strong as the murder mystery. Since the 1980’s, the whodunit genre has made unforgettable movies.…
My Favourite Kevin Spacey Films
Not many actors have created a legacy as controversial as Kevin Spacey. Since the 1990’s, Spacey has become an icon.…
“Baby Driver” (2017) – Kevin Spacey’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Starring: Ansel Elgort, Jamie Foxx and Kevin Spacey ‘A Thrilling Ride’ In a Summer filled with superhero…
“Margin Call” (2011) – Kevin Spacey’s Fantastic Financial Crisis Drama
Writer/Director: J.C. Chandor Starring: Kevin Spacey, Zachary Quinto and Paul Bettany ‘Filmmaking at its Finest’ It’s one thing for a financial…
“American Beauty” (1999) – Kevin Spacey’s Beautiful Classic About Broken American Families
Writer/Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening and Wes Bentley ‘A Beautiful Masterpiece’ Few celebrities in Hollywood have faced…
“L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Kevin Spacey’s Captivating L.A. Crime Classic
Writer/Director: Curtis Hanson Starring: Guy Pearce, Kevin Spacey and Russell Crowe ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“A Time to Kill” (1996) – Kevin Spacey’s Courtroom Classic
Director: Joel Schumacher Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Matthew McConaughey and Sandra Bullock ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Usual Suspects” (1995) – Kevin Spacey’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne and Benicio Del Toro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“Se7en” (1995) – Kevin Spacey’s Spectacular Serial Killer Classic
Director: David Fincher Starring: Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman and Kevin Spacey ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers in the world have…
My Favourite Denzel Washington Films
Not many actors have earned appreciation of Denzel Washington. Since the 1990’s, Washington has become an icon. Whether it’s corrupt…
“Gladiator II” (2024) – Denzel Washington’s Disappointing Gladiator Sequel
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington and Connie Nielsen ‘A Mesmerizing Medieval Epic’ Few movies ever made about…
“The Tragedy of Macbeth” (2021) – Denzel Washington’s Spectacular Shakespeare Adaptation
Written and Directed by Joel Coen …
“Fences” (2016) – Denzel Washington’s Fantastic Family Drama
Director: Denzel Washington Starring: Denzel Washington, Viola Davis and Stephen Henderson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actresses in Hollywood are as…
“2 Guns” (2013) – Denzel Washington’s Worst Movie
Director: Baltasar Kormakur Writer: Blake Masters (based on graphic novels by Steve Grant) Starring: Denzel Washington, Mark Wahlberg, and Paula…
“Flight” (2012) – Denzel Washington’s Amazing Alcoholism Drama
Director: Robert Zemeckis Writer: John Gatins Starring Denzel Washington, Bruce Greenwood, Don Cheadle ‘Astonishing Alcoholism Drama’ It’s not often that…
“Inside Man” (2006) – Denzel Washington’s Heist Classic
Director: Spike Lee Starring: Denzel Washington, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Jodie Foster ‘A Captivating Thriller’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Training Day” (2001) – Denzel Washington’s Crime Classic
Director: Antoine Fuqua Starring: Denzel Washington, Ethan Hawke and Scott Glenn ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Few movie-stars in Hollywood have…
“Crimson Tide” (1995) – Denzel Washington’s Submarine Classic
Director: Tony Scott Starring: Denzel Washington, Gene Hackman and Viggo Mortensen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Philadelphia” (1993) – Denzel Washington’s Courtroom Classic
Director: Jonathan Demme Starring: Tom Hanks, Denzel Washington and Jason Robards ‘A Captivating Classic’ Gay people are rarely depicted with…
“Dil Chahta Hai” (2001) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Strong Friendships
Writer/Director: Farhan Akhtar Starring: Aamir Khan, Akshaye Khanna and Saif Ali Khan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Friendships are fragile relationships which…
“Hamnet” (2025) – Jessie Buckley’s Spectacular 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…
“American Gangster” (2007) – Denzel Washington’s Gritty Gangster Classic
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Ted Levine, Russell Crowe and Denzel Washington ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“X-Men” (2000) – Hugh Jackman’s Extraordinary X-Men Introduction
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen ‘An Excellent Blockbuster’ When it comes to the greatest…
“Die Hard” (1988) – Bruce Willis’ Captivating Action Classic
Director: John McTiernan Starring: Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman and Bonnie Bedelia ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame years…
“The Godfather” (1972) – Robert Duvall’s Magnificent Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan ‘A Mobster Masterpiece’ Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘The Godfather’ is…
“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) – Robert Pattinson’s Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Robert Eggers Co-writer: Max Eggers Starring: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe ‘Incredible Isolation Thriller’ Imagine being stranded on an…
“The Reluctant Fundamentalist” (2013) – Riz Ahmed’s Terrific Terrorism Thriller
Director: Mira Nair Writer: William Wheeler (based on Mohsin Hamid’s novel) Starring: Riz Ahmed, Kate Hudson and Liev Schreiber ‘Riveting…
“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Michelle Williams’ Magnificent Marilyn Monroe Biopic
Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by…
My Favourite Will Smith Films
Few movie-stars with a strong will are as celebrated as Will Smith. Following the 1990’s, Smith became an icon. Whether it’s…
“King Richard” (2022) – Will Smith’s Spectacular Serena Williams Biopic
Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green Starring Will Smith, Aunjanue Ellis and Sanniya Sidney ‘Serene-a Biopic’ Gen-Cassius patriarchs whose philosophies catapulted…
“Suicide Squad” (2016) – Will Smith’s Worst Movie
Writer/Director: David Ayer Starring: Will Smith, Margot Robbie and Jared Leto ‘A Suicidal Disaster’ Have you ever been let down…
“The Pursuit of Happiness” (2006) – Will Smith’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Fatherhood
Director: Gabriele Muccino Starring: Will Smith, Jaden Smith and Thandiwe Newton ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Fathers are inspirational figures which ensure…
“Independence Day” (1996) – Will Smith’s Dazzling Disaster Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Roland Emmerich Starring: Will Smith, Bill Pullman and Jeff Goldblum ‘A Breathtaking Blockbuster’ Few movie-stars with a strong will…
“Emma” (2020) – Anya Taylor-Joy’s Awe-Inspiring Austen Adaptation
Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill…
“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – Keira Knightley’s Magnificent Jane Austen Masterpiece
Director: Joe Wright Starring: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Judi Dench ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the world’s…
“Sense & Sensibility” (1995) – Emma Thompson’s Amazing Austen Adaptation
Director: Ang Lee Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Kate Winslet ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few authors in English literature have…
My Favourite Jack Nicholson Films
Not many actors in Hollywood have earned recognition of Jack Nicholson. Following recognition during the 1970’s, Nicholson has become an…
“The Departed” (2006) – Jack Nicholson’s Crime Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals…
“As Good as it Gets” (1997) – Jack Nicholson’s Captivating OCD Classic
Director: James L. Brooks Starring: Jack Nicholson, Helen Hunt and Greg Kinnear ‘A Captivating Classic’ OCD is a debilitating disease…
“A Few Good Men” (1992) – Jack Nicholson’s Courtroom Classic
Director: Rob Reiner Starring: Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson and Demi Moore ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood whose…
“Batman” (1989) – Jack Nicholson’s Comic-Book Classic
Director: Tim Burton Starring: Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson, Kim Basinger ‘Breathtaking Blockbuster’ When it comes to the world’s greatest superheroes…
“The Shining” (1980) – Jack Nicholson’s Shining Horror Classic
Writer/Director: Stanley Kubrick Starring: Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall and Danny Lloyd ‘A Shining Horror Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review,…
“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” (1975) – Jack Nicholson’s Captivating Mental Health Classic
Director: Milos Forman Starring: Jack Nicholson, Louise Fletcher, Danny DeVito ‘Outstanding Masterpiece’ Not many films have stunned me over the…
My Favourite Crime Films
Few film genres have stood the test of time like crime. Since the 1970’s, the genre has made strong movies.…
My Favourite Mark Wahlberg Films
Not many actors have achieved appreciation of Mark Wahlberg. Since the 1990’s, Wahlberg has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s…
“Patriots Day” (2016) – Mark Wahlberg’s Mesmerizing Terrorism Masterpiece
Director: Peter Berg Starring: J.K. Simmons, John Goodman and Mark Wahlberg ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood are…
“2 Guns” (2013) – Mark Wahlberg’s Worst Movie
Director: Baltasar Kormakur Writer: Blake Masters (based on graphic novels by Steve Grant) Starring: Denzel Washington, Mark Wahlberg, and Paula…
“The Fighter” (2010) – Mark Wahlberg’s Breathtaking Boxing Drama
Director: David O. Russell Starring: Christian Bale, Mark Wahlberg and Amy Adams ‘A Breathtaking Biopic’ When it comes to the…
“The Lovely Bones” (2009) – Mark Wahlberg’s Captivating Child Abduction Thriller
Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Stanley Tucci and Mark Wahlberg ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved…
“The Departed” (2006) – Mark Wahlberg’s Crime Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals…
“Boogie Nights” (1997) – Mark Wahlberg’s Captivating Classic About the Adult Film Industry
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore and Burt Reynolds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Basketball Diaries” (1995) – Mark Wahlberg’s Dazzling Drug Addiction Drama
Director: Scott Kalvert Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Wahlberg and Lorraine Bracco ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors that gained fame…
My Favourite Ray Liotta Films
Not many actors had the charisma of Ray Liotta. Since the 1980’s, Liotta became a legendary icon. Whether it’s cruel…
“Marriage Story” (2019) – Ray Liotta’s Marriage 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…
“Veer-Zaara” (2004) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Doomed Love
Writer/Director: Yash Chopra Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta and Rani Mukherji ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few directors in Bollywood are…
“The Bride!” (2026) – Christian Bale’s Powerful Period Piece About a Legendary Monster
Writer/Director: Maggie Gyllenhaal Starring: Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale and Annette Benning ‘A Brilliant Blockbuster’ When it comes to the greatest…
“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…
“American Gangster” (2007) – Denzel Washington’s Gritty Gangster Classic
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Ted Levine, Russell Crowe and Denzel Washington ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“X-Men” (2000) – Hugh Jackman’s Excellent X-Men Introduction
Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen ‘An Excellent Blockbuster’ When it comes to the greatest…
“Die Hard” (1988) – Bruce Willis’ Captivating Action Classic
Director: John McTiernan Starring: Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman and Bonnie Bedelia ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame years…
“Jaws” (1975) – Roy Scheider’s Jaw-Dropping Sharks Horror Classic
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw and Richard Dreyfuss ‘A Jaw-Dropping Horror Classic’ Sharks are scary creatures that…
“Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” (1971) – Mel Stuart’s Wonderful Willy Wonka Musical
Directed by Mel Stuart Written by Roald Dahl and David Seltzer (based off book by Roald Dahl) Starring Gene Wilder,…
“The Wolf of Wall Street” (2013) – Martin Scorsese’s Wonderful Wall Street Masterpiece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill and Margot Robbie ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the most…
“The Pursuit of Happiness” (2006) – Gabriele Muccino’s Powerful Masterpiece About Rags to Riches Fathers
Director: Gabriele Muccino Starring: Will Smith, Jaden Smith and Thandiwe Newton ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Fathers are inspirational figures which ensure…
“Crazy Rich Asians” (2018) – John M. Chu’s Captivating Asian Romantic Comedy
Director: John M. Chu Starring: Henry Golding, Constance Wu and Michelle Yeoh ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Anora” (2024) – Sean Baker’s Powerful Prostitution Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Sean Baker Starring: Mikey Madison, Mark Eidelstein and Yuriy Borisov ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Prostitution is a sensitive subject that’s…
“Slumdog Millionaire” (2008) – Danny Boyle’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…
“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Armando Iannucci’s Delightful Charles Dickens Adaptation
Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton…
“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…
“Knives Out” (2019) – Rian Johnson’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…
“Goodfellas” (1990) – My Favourite Rags-to-Riches Film
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci ‘Mobster Masterpiece’ Few figures fascinate filmmakers as much as…
The Best Rags-to-Riches Films Ever Made Ranked
Not many genres have earned recognition of rags-to-riches. Since the 1970’s, stories of poor people becoming rich have made for…
“28 Years Later: The Bone Temple” (2025) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Zombie Survival Sequel
Director: Nia DaCosta Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Jack O’Connell and Alfie Williams ‘A Spectacular Sequel’ When it comes to the greatest…
“28 Years Later” (2025) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Zombie Survival Blockbuster
Director: Danny Boyle Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer and Ralph Fiennes ‘A Captivating Thriller’ When it comes to the greatest…
“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…
“The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar” (2023) – Ralph Fiennes’ Remarkable Roald Dahl Adaptation
Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Benedict Cumberbatch and Dev Patel ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made movies…
“The Menu” (2022) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Cooking Satire
Director: Mark Mylod Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Satire’ Not many actors in Hollywood are…
“No Time to Die” (2021) – Ralph Fiennes’ 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…
“The Dig” (2021) – Ralph Fiennes’ Amazing Archaeology Period Piece
Director: Simon Stone Writer: Moira Buffini (Based on John Preston’s book) Starring: Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes and Lily James ‘An…
“Dolittle” (2020) – Ralph Fiennes’ Worst Movie
Director: Stephen Gaghan Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Michael Sheen and Ralph Fiennes ‘A Captivating Family Drama’ Not many stars have…
“Official Secrets” (2019) – Ralph Fiennes’ 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’…
“Kubo and the Two Strings” (2016) – Ralph Fiennes’ Awe-Inspiring Animated Classic
Directed by Travis Knight Written by Marc Haimes and Chris Butler Starring Art Parkinson, Charlize Theron and Matthew McConaughey ‘Awe-Inspiring…
“Hail, Caesar!” (2016) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Hollywood Satire
Writer/Directors: The Coen Brothers Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Josh Brolin and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made…
“Spectre” (2015) – Ralph Fiennes’ Most Underrated Bond Movie
Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Daniel Craig, Lea Seydoux and Christoph Waltz ‘A Superb Sequel’ Not many actresses have made movies…
“A Bigger Splash” (2015) – Ralph Fiennes’ Romantic Masterpiece
Director: Luca Guadagnino Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Tilda Swinton and Matthias Schoenaerts ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made movies…
“The Grand Budapest Hotel” (2014) – Ralph Fiennes’ Grand Hotel Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Wes Anderson Starring: Harvey Keitel, Adrien Brody and Ralph Fiennes ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have created movies…
“Skyfall” (2012) – Ralph Fiennes’ Brilliant Bond Sequel
Director: Sam Mendes Writers: Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, and John Logan Starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes ‘Brilliant Bond…
“Coriolanus” (2011) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Shakespeare Adaptation
Director: Ralph Fiennes Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Gerard Butler and Jessica Chastain ‘A Spectacular Adaptation’ Not many actors have made movies…
“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” (2011) – Ralph Fiennes’ Emotional Harry Potter Farewell
Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson ‘A Fantastic Fantasy Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about…
“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” (2010) – Ralph Fiennes’ Fantastic Harry Potter Finale
Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson ‘Fantastic Franchise Finale’ Few characters in English literature are as…
“Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” (2009) – Ralph Fiennes’ Most Romantic Adaptation
Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Alan Rickman ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have achieved…
“The Hurt Locker” (2009) – Ralph Fiennes’ Magnificent Iraq War Masterpiece
Director: Kathryn Bigelow Starring: Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie and Evangeline Lily ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have made…
“In Bruges” (2008) – Ralph Fiennes’ Captivating Crime Classic
Writer/Director: Martin McDonagh Starring: Colin Farrell, Ralph Fiennes and Brendan Gleeson ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made movies…
“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” (2007) – Ralph Fiennes’ Most Entertaining Adaptation
Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint ‘A Magnificfent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about magical…
“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (2005) – Ralph Fiennes’ Darkest Adaptation
Director: Mike Newell Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” is…
“The Constant Gardener” (2005) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Spies Thriller
Director: Fernando Meirelles Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Rachel Wesz and Danny Huston ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made movies…
“Red Dragon” (2002) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Serial Killer Masterpiece
Director: Brett Ratner Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Anthony Hopkins and Edward Norton ‘A Spectacular Thriller’ Not many actors have made movies…
“The English Patient” (1996) – Ralph Fiennes’ Powerful Romantic Period Piece
Writer/Director: Anthony Minghella Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Kristin Scott Thomas and Willem Dafoe ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Strange Days” (1995) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Sci-fi Masterpiece
Director: Kathryn Bigelow Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Angela Bassett and Tom Sizemore ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made movies…
“Quiz Show” (1994) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Scandal Masterpiece
Director: Robert Redford Starring: Ralph Fiennes, John Turturro and Paul Scofield ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made movies…
“Schindler’s List” (1993) – Ralph Fiennes’ Haunting Holocaust Masterpiece
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes and Sir Ben Kingsley ‘A Magnificent Holocaust Masterpiece’ The Holocaust is a…
“Wuthering Heights” (1992) – Ralph Fiennes’ Beautiful Adaptation of a Legendary Literary Classic
Director: Peter Kosminsky Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Juliette Binoche and Simon Ward ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ Not many actors have made movies…
Ralph Fiennes’ Best Films Ranked
Not many actors in Hollywood are as beloved as Ralph Fiennes. Since the 1990’s, Fiennes has become an icon. Whether…
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…
“Killers of the Flower Moon” (2023) – Robert De Niro’s Aboriginal Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Lily Gladstone, Robert De Niro …
“The Irishman” (2019) – Robert De Niro’s Great Gangster Masterpiece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“Joker” (2019) – Robert De Niro’s Comic-Book Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro and Zazie Beetz ‘A Magnificent Comic-Book Masterpiece’ Few characters in comic-book…
“Joy” (2015) – Robert De Niro’s Brilliant Business Biopic
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Starring; Robert De Niro, Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved…
“American Hustle” (2013) – Robert De Niro’s Period Piece
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Co-writer: Eric Warren Singer Starring: Christian Bale, Amy Adams and Bradley Cooper ‘Powerful Period Piece’ In…
“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – Robert De Niro’s Moving Bipolar Masterpiece
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s…
“Limitless” (2011) – Robert De Niro’s Dazzling Drug Addict Drama
Director: Neil Burger Starring: Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro and Abbie Cornish ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Good Shepherd” (2006) – Robert De Niro’s Most Underrated Movie
Director: Robert De Niro Starring: Robert De Niro, Matt Damon and Angelina Jolie ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors which achieved…
“Analyze This” (1999) – Robert De Niro’s Captivating Gangster Comedy
Writer/Director: Harold Ramis Co-writer: Peter Tolan and Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Billy Crystal, Robert De Niro, and Lisa Kudrow ‘Captivating Comedy’…
“Ronin” (1998) – Robert De Niro’s Crime Classic
Director: John Frankenheimer Starring: Robert De Niro, Jean Reno and Stellan Skarsgard ‘A Crime Classic’ Few actors which achieved fame…
“Jackie Brown” (1997) – Robert De Niro’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…
“Marvin’s Room” (1996) – Robert De Niro’s Moving Family Drama
Director: Jerry Saks Starring: Meryl Streep, Diane Keaton and Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have built a…
“Sleepers” (1996) – Robert De Niro’s Courtroom Classic
Writer/Director: Barry Levinson Starring: Brad Pitt, Dustin Hoffman and Robert De Niro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Heat” (1995) – Robert De Niro’s Heist Classic
Writer/Director: Michael Mann Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Val Kilmer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that 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…
” Bronx Tale” (1993) – Robert De Niro’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Fathers
Director: Robert De Niro Starring: Robert De Niro, Chazz Palminteri and Joe Pesci ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved…
“This Boy’s Life” (1991) – Robert De Niro’s Fantastic Family Drama
Director: Michael Caton-Jones Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro and Ellen Barkin ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors that achieved…
“Cape Fear” (1991) – Robert De Niro’s Serial Killer Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Nick Nolte and Jessica Lange ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“Goodfellas” (1990) – Robert De Niro’s Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci ‘Mobster Masterpiece’ Few figures fascinate filmmakers as much as…
“Awakenings” (1990) – Robert De Niro’s Meaningful Mental Health Masterpiece
Director: Penny Marshall Starring: Robin Williams, Robert De Niro, Julie Kavner ‘An Awakening Achievement’ “Awakenings” is directed by Penny Marshall.…
“Midnight Run” (1988) – Robert De Niro’s Crime Comedy Classic
Director: Martin Brest Starring: Robert de Niro, Charles Grodin and Philip Baker Hall ‘A Captivating Crime Comedy’ Few actors which…
“The Untouchables” (1987) – Robert De Niro’s Powerful Prohibition Masterpiece
Director: Brian De Palma Starring: Kevin Costner, Robert De Niro and Sean Connery ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors which achieved…
“Angel Heart” (1987) – Robert De Niro’s Mystery Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Alan Parker Starring: Robert De Niro, Mickey Rourke and Charlotte Rampling ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors which achieved fame…
“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 Masterpiece
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 Breathtaking Boxing Classic
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 Meaningful 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 Taxi Driver 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 Mobster 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 Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Mobsters
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel and Amy Robinson ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Few actors which achieved fame…
My Favourite Val Kilmer Films
Not many actors in Hollywood made movies audiences treasure like Val Kilmer. Since his rise to fame in the 1990’s,…
“Top Gun: Maverick” (2022) – Val Kilmer’s Soaring Aviation Sequel
Director: Joseph Kosinski Writers: Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Tom Cruise, Miles Teller and Val Kilmer …
“Planes” (2013) – Val Kilmer’s Worst Movie
Director: Klay Hall Writer: Jeffrey M. Howard Starring: Dane Cook, Stacy Keach and Priyanka Chopra ‘A Plane Crash Disaster’ If…
“Kiss Kiss Bang Bang” (2005) – Val Kilmer’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Val Kilmer, Robert Downey Jr. and Michelle Monaghan ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Not many actors in…
“Heat” (1995) – Val Kilmer’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…
“True Romance” (1993) – Val Kilmer’s Crime Classic
Director: Tony Scott Starring: Gary Oldman, Christian Slater and Val Kilmer ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“Top Gun” (1986) – Val Kilmer’s Soaring Aviation Classic
Director: Tony Scott Starring: Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis and Val Kilnmer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors whose movies make headline…
My Favourite Josh Brolin Films
Not many actors in Hollywood have earned recognition of Josh Brolin. Since the 1990’s, Brolin has become a beloved icon.…
“Wake Up Dead Man” (2025) – Josh Brolin’s Magnificent Murder Mystery
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Josh O’ Connor and Josh Brolin ‘A Mesmerizing Mystery’ Few movies ever made about…
“Weapons” (2025) – Josh Brolin’s Frightening Oscar-Winning Child Abduction Thriller
Writer/Director: Zach Cregger Starring: Josh Brolin, Julia Garner and Alden Ehrenreich ‘A Captivating Thriller’ Child abduction is a painful process…
“Dune: Part Two” (2024) – Josh Brolin’s Spectacular Dune Sequel
Writer/Director: Denis Villeneuve Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson …
“Dune” (2021) – Josh Brolin’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…
“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Josh Brolin’s Avengers Farewell
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth…
“Deadpool 2” (2018) – Josh Brolin’s Superb Deadpool Sequel
Director: David Leitch Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Josh Brolin and Morena Baccarin ‘A Spectacular Sequel’ When it comes to the most…
“Avengers: Infinity War” (2018) – Josh Brolin’s Spectacular Avengers Sequel
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland…
“Hail, Caesar!” (2016) – Josh Brolin’s Spectacular Satire
Writer/Directors: The Coen Brothers Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Josh Brolin and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have made…
“Everest” (2015) – Josh Brolin’s Spectacular Survival Masterpiece
Director: Baltasar Kormakur Starring: Josh Brolin, Jake Gyllenhaal and Jason Clarke ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have earned the…
“Sicario” (2015) – Josh Brolin’s Crime Classic
Director: Denis Villeneuve Starring: Josh Brolin, Benicio Del Toro and Emily Blunt ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015) – Josh Brolin’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…
“Inherent Vice” (2014) – Josh Brolin’s Powerful L.A. Period Piece
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Josh Brolin and Owen Wilson ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“Guardians of the Galaxy” (2014) – Josh Brolin’s Comic-Book Classic
Writer/Director: James Gunn Co-Writer: Nicole Perlman Starring: Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana and Bradley Cooper ‘Marvel-ous Entertainment’ You’re immediately hooked on…
“Labor Day” (2013) – Josh Brolin’s Romantic Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Jason Reitman Starring: Josh Brolin, Kate Winslet and J.K. Simmons ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Gangster Squad” (2013) – Josh Brolin’s Worst Movie
Directed by Ruben Fleischer Written by Will Beall (based off novel by Paul Lieberman) Starring Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, and…
“True Grit” (2010) – Josh Brolin’s Wonderful Western Remake
Writer/Directors: The Coen Brothers Starring: Josh Brolin, Jeff Bridges and Hailee Steinfeld ‘A Wonderful Western’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“No Country for Old Men” (2007) – Josh Brolin’s Wonderful Western
Writer/Director: The Coen Brothers Starring: Javier Bardem, Tommy Lee Jones and Woody Harrelson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few stars in Hollywood…
“Milk” (2009) – Josh Brolin’s Magnificent Historical Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Sean Penn, Josh Brolin and James Franco ‘A Captivating Biopic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“American Gangster” (2007) – Josh Brolin’s Gritty Gangster Period Piece
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Ted Levine, Russell Crowe and Denzel Washington ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Matt Damon Films
Not many movie-stars in Hollywood have built reputation as strong as Matt Damon. Following stardom during the 1990’s, Damon has…
“The Rip” (2026) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Cops Crime Thriller
Writer/Director: Joe Carnahan Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and Steven Yeun ‘A Captivating Crime Thriller’ Not many actors have achieved…
“The Informant!” (2008) – Matt Damon’s Spectacular Satire About FBI Informants
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Matt Damon, Scott Bakula and Joel McHale ‘A Spectacular Satire’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“The Bourne Ultimatum” (2007) – Matt Damon’s Superb Bourne Sequel
Director: Paul Greengrass Starring: Matt Damon, Julia Stiles and David Strathairn ‘A Spectacular Sequel’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“The Good Shepherd” (2006) – Matt Damon’s Most Underrated Movie
Director: Robert De Niro Starring: Robert De Niro, Matt Damon and Angelina Jolie ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors which achieved…
“The Departed” (2006) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Crime Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals…
“The Bourne Identity” (2002) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Spies Classic
Director: Doug Liman Starring: Matt Damon, Chris Cooper and Clive Owen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Matt Damon’s Casino Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Talented Mr. Ripley” (1999) – Matt Damon’s Con-Artist Classic
Writer/Director: Anthony Minghella Starring: Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood that…
“Rounders” (1998) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Poker Classic
Director: John Dahl Starring: Matt Damon, Edward Norton and John Turturro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have achieved recognition…
“The Rainmaker” (1997) – Matt Damon’s Courtroom Classic
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Matt Damon, Danny DeVito and Claire Danes ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ The Rainmaker Not many actors…
“Good Will Hunting” (1997) – Matt Damon’s Coming-of-Age Classic
Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Robin Williams ‘A Timeless Classic’ Teachers are powerful figures that shape…
“Field of Dreams” (1989) – Matt Damon’s Baseball Classic
Writer/Director: Phil Alden Robinson Starring: Kevin Costner, Ray Liotta and James Earl Jones ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood…
“The Martian” (2015) – Matt Damon’s Science-fiction Masterpiece
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Matt Damon, Jessica Chastain and Kristen Wig ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Can you imagine being stranded on…
“Sholay” (1975) – Amitabh Bachchan’s Captivating Bollywood Western Classic
Director: Ramesh Sippy Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra and Jaya Bachchan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Bollywood have earned…
“Marty Supreme” (2025) – Timothee Chalamet’s Spectacular Oscar-Nominated Tennis Drama
Writer/Director: Josh Safdie Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow and Kevin O’Leary ‘A Spectacular Sports Drama’ It’s challenging to maintain friendships…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Danny Boyle’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) – 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 Romantic Comedies
Few genres have built a legacy as strong as the romantic comedy. Since the 1990’s, the rom-com genre has produced…
“10 Things I Hate About You” (1999) – Gil Junger’s Coming-of-Age Classic About Romantic Teens
Director: Gil Junger Starring: Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles and Joseph Gordon-Levitt ‘A Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“Love Actually” (2003) – Richard Curtis’ Captivating Christmas Romantic Classic
Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Liam Neeson, Hugh Grant and Colin Firth ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Big Sick” (2017) – Michael Showalter’s Captivating Pakistani Romantic Comedy
Director: Michael Showalter Writers: Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon Starring: Kumail Nanjiani, Zoe Kazan and Holly Hunter ‘A Hilarious…
“About Time” (2013) – Richard Curtis’ Remarkable Time Travel Romantic Comedy
Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies…
“As Good as it Gets” (1997) – James L. Brooks’ Captivating Romantic Comedy About OCD
Director: James L. Brooks Starring: Jack Nicholson, Helen Hunt and Greg Kinnear ‘A Captivating Classic’ OCD is a debilitating disease…
“The Graduate” (1967) – Mike Nichols’ Captivating Romantic 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…
“La La Land” (2016) – Damien Chazelle’s Meaningful Romantic Musical Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Damien Chazelle Starring: Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone and J.K. Simmons ‘A Musical Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review, I…
“Pretty Woman” (1990) – Garry Marshall’s Captivating Prostitution Romantic Classic
Director: Garry Marshall Starring: Julia Roberts, Richard Gere and Jason Alexander ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Prostitution is a sensitive subject…
“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – David O. Russell’s Meaningful Romantic Masterpiece About Mental Illness
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s…
“Notting Hill” (1999) – My Favourite Romantic Comedy
Director: Robert Michell Starring: Julia Roberts, Hugh Grant and Hugh Bonneville ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are…
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…
“Killers of the Flower Moon” (2023) – Robert De Niro’s Aboriginal Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Lily Gladstone, Robert De Niro …
“The Irishman” (2019) – Robert De Niro’s Great Gangster Masterpiece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“Joker” (2019) – Robert De Niro’s Comic-Book Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro and Zazie Beetz ‘A Magnificent Comic-Book Masterpiece’ Few characters in comic-book…
“Joy” (2015) – Robert De Niro’s Brilliant Business Biopic
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Starring; Robert De Niro, Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved…
“American Hustle” (2013) – Robert De Niro’s Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Co-writer: Eric Warren Singer Starring: Christian Bale, Amy Adams and Bradley Cooper ‘Powerful Period Piece’ In…
“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – Robert De Niro’s Moving Bipolar Masterpiece
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s…
“Limitless” (2011) – Robert De Niro’s Dazzling Drug Addict Drama
Director: Neil Burger Starring: Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro and Abbie Cornish ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“The Good Shepherd” (2006) – Robert De Niro’s Most Underrated Movie
Director: Robert De Niro Starring: Robert De Niro, Matt Damon and Angelina Jolie ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors which achieved…
“Analyze This” (1999) – Robert De Niro’s Captivating Gangster Comedy
Writer/Director: Harold Ramis Co-writer: Peter Tolan and Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Billy Crystal, Robert De Niro, and Lisa Kudrow ‘Captivating Comedy’…
“Ronin” (1998) – Robert De Niro’s Crime Classic
Director: John Frankenheimer Starring: Robert De Niro, Jean Reno and Stellan Skarsgard ‘A Crime Classic’ Few actors which achieved fame…
“Jackie Brown” (1997) – Robert De Niro’s Heist Classic
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Robert De Niro, Michael Keaton and Bridget Fonda ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“Sleepers” (1996) – Robert De Niro’s Courtroom Classic
Writer/Director: Barry Levinson Starring: Brad Pitt, Dustin Hoffman and Robert De Niro ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Marvin’s Room” (1996) – Robert De Niro’s Moving Family Drama
Director: Jerry Saks Starring: Meryl Streep, Diane Keaton and Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have built a…
“Heat” (1995) – Robert De Niro’s Heist Classic
Writer/Director: Michael Mann Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Val Kilmer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that 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…
“A Bronx Tale” (1993) – Robert De Niro’s Fantastic Masterpiece About Fatherhood
Director: Robert De Niro Starring: Robert De Niro, Chazz Palminteri and Joe Pesci ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved…
“This Boy’s Life” (1993) – Robert De Niro’s Fantastic Family Drama
Director: Michael Caton-Jones Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro and Ellen Barkin ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors that achieved…
“Cape Fear” (1991) – Robert De Niro’s Serial Killer Classic
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Nick Nolte and Jessica Lange ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Few actors that achieved fame…
“Goodfellas” (1990) – Robert De Niro’s Mobster Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci ‘Mobster Masterpiece’ Few figures fascinate filmmakers as much as…
“Awakenings” (1990) – Robert De Niro’s Meaningful Mental Health Masterpiece
Director: Penny Marshall Starring: Robin Williams, Robert De Niro, Julie Kavner ‘An Awakening Achievement’ “Awakenings” is directed by Penny Marshall.…
“Midnight Run” (1988) – Robert De Niro’s Crime Comedy Classic
Director: Martin Brest Starring: Robert de Niro, Charles Grodin and Philip Baker Hall ‘A Captivating Crime Comedy’ Few actors which…
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