Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson ‘Breathtaking Blockbuster’ “Batman Begins” is directed by Christopher Nolan. Its…
Movie Reviews
“Die Hard” (1988) – Bruce Willis’ Captivating Cops Classic
Director: John McTiernan Starring: Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman and Bonnie Bedelia ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame years…
“Taxi Driver” (1976) – Robert De Niro’s Timeless Classic About Taxi Drivers
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel and Jodie Foster ‘A Timeless Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
My Favourite Meryl Streep Films
Few actresses keep audiences entertained like Meryl Streep. Since the 1980’s, Streep has become an icon in the film industry.…
“Don’t Look Up” (2021) – Meryl Streep’s Worst Movie
Written and Directed by Adam McKay Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence and Meryl Streep ‘Captivating Satire’ Inconvenient truth behind climate…
“Little Women” (2019) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Women
Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most…
“Mary Poppins Returns” (2018) – Meryl Streep’s Magical Mary Poppins Remake
Director: Rob Marshall Writer: David Magee Starring: Emily Blunt, Lin Manuel-Miranda and Ben Whishaw ‘A Marvelous Musical’ Before I begin…
“Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again” (2018) – Meryl Streep’s Mesmerizing Broadway Musical Sequel
Writer/Director: Ol Parker Starring: Pierce Brosnan, Mery Streep and Stellan Skarsgard Not many actors in Hollywood have achieved appreciation of…
“The Post” (2017) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Journalism Masterpiece
Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep and Sarah Paulson ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors are as iconic…
“August: Osage County” (2013) – Meryl Streep’s Dazzling Family Drama
Director: John Wells Starring: Meryl Streep, Benedict Cumberbatch and Ewan McGregor ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Julie & Julia” (2009) – Meryl Streep’s Captivating Cooking Drama
Writer/Director: Nora Ephron Starring: Meryl Streep, Amy Adams and Stanley Tucci ‘A Magnificent Cooking Drama’ Few actresses in Hollywood have…
“Mamma Mia!” (2008) – Meryl Streep’s Mesmerizing Musical
Director: Phyllida Lloyd Starring: Stellan Skarsgard, Meryl Streep and Colin Firth ‘A Magnificent Musical’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Doubt” (2008) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Religious Masterpiece
Director: John Patrick Shanley Starring: Amy Adams, Meryl Streep and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in…
“The Devil Wears Prada” (2006) – Meryl Streep’s Fantastic Fashion Drama
Director: David Frankel Starring: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Stanley Tucci ‘A Dazzling Drama’ Few actresses in Hollywood have the…
“The Hours” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Moving Drama
Director: Stephen Daldry Starring: Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore and Meryl Streep ‘Deeply Moving Drama’ “The Hours” is directed by Stephen…
“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Captivating Writing Classic
Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring…
“The Bridges of Madison County” (1995) – Meryl Streep’s Romantic Masterpiece
Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Clint Eastwood, Meryl Streep and Annie Corley ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Kramer vs. Kramer” (1979) – Meryl Streep’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 Deer Hunter” (1978) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful War Masterpiece
Director: Michael Cimino Starring: Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken and Meryl Streep ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame…
My Favourite Demi Moore Films
Not many actresses have made movies audiences adore as much as Demi Moore. Since the 1990’s, Moore has become an…
“The Substance” (2024) – Demi Moore’s Amazing Oscar-Winning Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Coralie Fargeat Starring: Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley and Dennis Quaid ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have…
“Margin Call” (2011) – Demi Moore’s Fantastic Financial Crisis Drama
Writer/Director: J.C. Chandor Starring: Kevin Spacey, Zachary Quinto and Paul Bettany ‘Filmmaking at its Finest’ It’s one thing for a financial…
“A Few Good Men” (1992) – Demi Moore’s Captivating Courtroom Classic
Director: Rob Reiner Starring: Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson and Demi Moore ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood whose…
“Ghost” (1990) – Demi Moore’s Captivating Romantic Classic
Director: Jerry Zucker Starring: Demi Moore, Patrick Swayze and Whoopi Goldberg ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved…
“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) – Cillian Murphy’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) – Cillian Murphy’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) – Cillian Murphy’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 Spectacular Sci-fi Classic
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Harrison Ford, Rutget Hauer and Sean Young ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood are…
“Alien” (1979) – Sigourney Weaver’s Spectacular Sci-fi Classic
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerrit and Veronice Cartwright ‘A Spectacular Sci-fi Classic’ Aliens are creepy creatures which…
My Favourite Jamie Foxx Films
Few actors in Hollywood have achieved the box-office success of Jamie Foxx. Since the 1990’s, Foxx has become an icon.…
“Soul” (2020) – Jamie Foxx’s Soul-Stirring Animated Classic
Writer/Director: Pete Docter Co-writers: Mike Jones and Kemp Powers Starring: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey and Graham Norton ‘Astonishing Animated Achievement’…
“Just Mercy” (2019) – Jamie Foxx’s Captivating Courtroom Drama
Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Co-writer: Andrew Lanham (based on book) Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Jamie Foxx and Brie Larson ‘Captivating…
“The Amazing Spider-Man 2” (2014) – Jamie Foxx’s Worst Movie
Director: Marc Webb Writers: Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci and Jeff Pinkner Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Jamie Foxx ‘A…
“Django Unchained” (2012) – Jamie Foxx’s Spectacular Slavery Western
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Bloody Great Time’ You don’t always see long movies…
“Baby Driver” (2017) – Jamie Foxx’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Starring: Ansel Elgort, Jamie Foxx and Kevin Spacey ‘A Thrilling Ride’ In a Summer filled with superhero…
“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…
“Mickey 17” (2025) – Robert Pattinson’s Spectacular Sci-fi Satire
Writer/Director: Bong Joon-ho Starring: Robert Pattinson, Toni Collette and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Spectacular Satire’ Few science-fiction books ever written about…
“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 Oscar-Winning 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) – Ed Sheeran’s Brilliant Beatles Musical Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – 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…
“The Dark Knight Rises” (2012) – Gary Oldman’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) – Gary Oldman’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) – Gary Oldman’s Captivating Comic-Book Classic
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson ‘Breathtaking Blockbuster’ “Batman Begins” is directed by Christopher Nolan. Its…
“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,…
“Star Wars” (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…
“Marriage Story” (2019) – Adam Driver’s Meaningful Marriage Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Noah Baumbach Starring: Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson and Laura Dern ‘Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ It is always hard to move on…
“The Report” (2019) – Adam Driver’s Political Thriller
Writer/Director: Scott Z. Burns Starring: Adam Driver, Annette Bening and Jon Hamm ‘Powerful Political Thriller’ When it comes to the…
“BlackKklansman” (2018) – Adam Driver’s Spectacular Racism Satire
Writer/Director: Spike Lee Co-writers: Charlie Watchel, David Rabinowitz and Kevin Willmott Starring: John David Washington, Adam Driver and Topher Grace…
“Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (2017) – Adam Driver’s Soaring Star Wars Reboot
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daisy Ridley, Mark Hamill and Adam Driver ‘A Spectacular Sequel’ Before I begin this review, I…
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015) – Adam Driver’s Soaring Star Wars Reboot
Writer/Director: J.J. Abrams Co-writers: Lawrence Kasdan and Michael Arndt Starring: Daisy Ridley, John Boyega and Harrison Ford ‘A Dream Come…
“Silence” (2016) – Adam Driver’s Meaningful Religious Masterpiece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Adam Driver, Andrew Garfield and Liam Neeson ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
My Favourite Margot Robbie Films
Not many actresses in Hollywood have built a legacy as strong as Margot Robbie. Since 2013, Robbie has become an…
“Barbie” (2023) – Margot Robbie’s Captivating Barbie Comedy
Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, America Ferrera …
“The Suicide Squad” (2021) – Margot Robbie’s Sensational Supervillain Reboot
Writer/Director: James Gunn Starring: Idris Elba, John Cena and Margot Robbie ‘Sensational Supervillain Reboot’ Superhero movies that face excessive studio…
“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) -Margot Robbie’s Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have…
“I, Tonya” (2017) – Margot Robbie’s Captivating Ice Skating Classic
Director: Craig Gillepsie Starring: Margot Robbie, Allison Janney and Sebastian Stan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have built a…
“The Big Short” (2015) – Margot Robbie’s Fantastic Financial Crisis Drama
Writer/Director: Adam McKay Starring: Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling and Brad Pitt ‘A Captivating Satire’ Not many actors make movies that…
“The Wolf of Wall Street” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Magnificent Wall Street Masterpiece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill and Margot Robbie ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the most…
“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance
Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are…
“Suicide Squad” (2016) – Margot Robbie’s Worst Movie
Writer/Director: David Ayer Starring: Will Smith, Margot Robbie and Jared Leto ‘A Suicidal Disaster’ Have you ever been let down…
“Sinners” (2025) – Michael B. Jordan’s Meaningful 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 About Aging
Writer/Director: Coralie Fargeat Starring: Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley and Dennis Quaid ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have…
“Yesterday” (2019) – Lily James’ Brilliant Beatles Musical Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – 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…
“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Kenneth Branagh’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” (2004) – 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 Beauty” (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…
“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…
“L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Kevin Spacey’s Captivating L.A. Classic
Writer/Director: Curtis Hanson Starring: Guy Pearce, Kevin Spacey and Russell Crowe ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“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 Masterpiece About Arranged Indian Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always…
“Superman” (2025) – David Corenswet’s Soaring Superman Blockbuster
Writer/Director: James Gunn Starring: David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Blockbuster’ Few superheroes have gained a fan…
“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 Friendship
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 Brilliant Beatles Musical Tribute
Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Richard Curtis Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ed Sheeran ‘Breathtaking Beatles Musical’ Imagine living in…
“The Lighthouse” (2019) – Robert 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…
“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) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation
Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill…
“Pride & Prejudice” (2005) – 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 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 Masterpiece About Boston Marathon Bombings
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…
My Favourite Ray Liotta Films
Not many actors had the charisma of Ray Liotta. Since the 1980’s, Liotta became a legendary icon. Whether it’s cruel…
“Marriage Story” (2019) – Ray Liotta’s Meaningful 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…
“Dangal” (2016) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Wrestling Families
Writer/Director: Nitesh Tiwari Starring: Aamir Khan, Sakshi Tanwar and Fatima Sana Shaik ‘A Spectacular Sports Classic’ When it comes to…
“Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” (2025) – Jeremy Renner’s Magnificent Murder Mystery Sequel
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Josh O’ Connor and Josh Brolin ‘A Mesmerizing Mystery’ Few movies ever made about…
“All Quiet on the Western Front” (2022) – Daniel Bruhl’s Wonderful World War I Epic
Writer/Director: Edward Berger Starring: Felix Kammerer, Daniel Bruhl, Albrecht Schuch …
“The Batman” (2022) – Robert Pattinson’s Captivating Comic-Book Masterpiece
Director: Matt Reeves Starring: Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz and Paul Dano ‘A Breathtaking Blockbuster’ Few actors in Hollywood gained recognition…
“Rebecca” (2020) – Armie Hammer’s Cursed Hitchcock Remake
Director: Ben Wheatley Writers: Jane Goldman, Joe Shrapnel and Anna Waterhouse Starring: Lily James, Armie Hammer and Kristin Scott Thomas…
“Greyhound” (2020) – Tom Hanks’ Terrific Naval Warfare Thriller
Director: Aaron Schneider Writer: Tom Hanks (based on book by C.S. Forester) Starring: Tom Hanks, Stephen Graham and Rob Morgan…
“The Wolverine” (2013) – Hugh Jackman’s Wonderful Wolverine Blockbuster
Director: James Mangold …
“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…
“There Will be Blood” (2007) – Paul Dano’s 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…
“Enchanted” (2007) – James Marsden’s Enchanting Musical Masterpiece
Director: Kevin Lima Starring: James Marsden, Amy Adams and Patrick Dempsey ‘A Marvellous Musical’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“Gangs of New York” (2003) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Great Gangster Period Piece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Daniel Day-Lewis, Cameron Diaz ‘Powerful Period Piece’ “Gangs of New York” is directed by…
“Jerry Maguire” (1996) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Romantic Classic
Writer/Director: Cameron Crowe Starring: Renee Zellweger, Cuba Gooding Jr. and Tom Cruise ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“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…
“The Deer Hunter” (1978) – Christopher Walken’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…
“Crash” (2004) – Paul Haggis’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Redemption in L.A.
Writer/Director: Paul Haggis Starring: Michael Pena, Matt Dillon and Sandra Bullock ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Not many actors possess charisma of…
“Cinderella Man” (2005) – Ron Howard’s Breathtaking Boxing Classic
Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Paul Giamatti and Renee Zellweger ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have built a…
“Life of Pi” (2012) – Ang Lee’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Redemption
Director: Ang Lee Writer: David Magee (based off novel by Yann Martel) Starring: Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Tabu ‘Beautiful Book…
“The Revenant” (2015) – Alejandro Gonzalez Innaritu’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Redemption
Director: Alejandro G. Inarritu Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy and Domnhall Gleeson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” (2017) – Martin McDonagh’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Redemptive Mothers
Writer/Director: Martin McDonagh Starring; Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson and Sam Rockwell ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have the…
“Leaving Las Vegas” (1995) – Mike Figgis’ Captivating Classic About Redemptive Alcoholics
Writer/Director: Mike Figgis Starring: Nicholas Cage, Elisabeth Shue and Julian Sands ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have the…
“The Pursuit of Happiness” (2006) – Gabriele Muccino’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Redemptive Fathers
Director: Gabriele Muccino Starring: Will Smith, Jaden Smith and Thandiwe Newton ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Fathers are inspirational figures which ensure…
“Pulp Fiction” (1994) – Quentin Tarantino’s Powerful Pulp Classic
WARNING: Significant Spoilers in review Written and directed by Quentin Tarantino Also written by Roger Avary Starring Samuel L. Jackson, John…
“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…
“The Shawshank Redemption” (1994) – My Favourite Film About Redemption
Writer/Director: Frank Darabont Starring: Morgan Freeman, Tim Robbins and Bob Gunton ‘A Powerful Prison Classic’ When it comes to the…
The Best Films Made About Redemption Ranked
Not many genres have earned appreciation of redemption. Since the 1970’s, stories of redemptive characters have made for memorable movies.…
“28 Years Later” (2025) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Zombie Survival Thriller
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 Oscar-Winning Religious Drama
Director: Edward Berger Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and John Lithgow ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Religion is a sensitive subject that’s…
“The Menu” (2022) – Ralph Fiennes’ Captivating 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’ Powerful 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’ Fantastic Family Drama
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’ Meaningful 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’ Great Masterpiece About Grand Hotels
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…
“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’ Darkest Potter 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’ Meaningful 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 Enjoyable 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’ Powerful Harry Potter Adaptation
Director: Mike Newell Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” is…
“The English Patient” (1996) – Ralph Fiennes’ Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Anthony Minghella Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Kristin Scott Thomas and Willem Dafoe ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood…
“Quiz Show” (1994) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spectacular Masterpiece About Game Shows
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…
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 Pattinson Films
Not many actors in Hollywood have earned appreciation of Robert Pattinson. Since the 2000’s, Pattinson has become an icon. Whether…
“Mickey 17” (2025) – Robert Pattinson’s Spectacular Sci-fi Satire
Writer/Director: Bong Joon-ho Starring: Robert Pattinson, Toni Collette and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Spectacular Satire’ Few science-fiction books ever written about…
“The Batman” (2022) – Robert Pattinson’s Comic-Book Classic
Director: Matt Reeves Starring: Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz and Paul Dano ‘A Breathtaking Blockbuster’ Few actors in Hollywood gained recognition…
“The Devil All the Time” (2020) – Robert Pattinson’s Captivating Thriller
Writer/Director: Antonio Campos Co-writer: Paulo Campos (based on book by Donald Ray Pollock) Starring: Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson and Jason…
“Tenet” (2019) – Robert Pattinson’s Terrific Time Travel Thriller
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: John David Washington, Robert Pattinson and Elizabeth Debicki ‘A Mind-Blowing Marvel’ Not many directors in Hollywood…
“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 Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2” (2012) – Robert Pattinson’s Worst Movie
Directed by Bill Condon Written by Melissa Rosenberg (based on novel by Stephenie Meyer) Starring Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor…
“Twilight” (2008) – Robert Pattinson’s Captivating Vampire Classic
Director: Catherine Hardwicke Starring: Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Billy Burke ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have…
“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (2005) – Robert Pattinson’s Powerful Potter Adaptation
Director: Mike Newell Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” is…
My Favourite Russell Crowe Films
Few actors that achieved fame years ago are as celebrated as Russell Crowe. Since the 1990’s, Crowe has become an…
“Nuremberg” (2025) – Russell Crowe’s Haunting Historical Holocaust Drama
Writer/Director: James Vanderbilt Starring: Rami Malek, Russell Crowe and John Slattery ‘A Mesmerizing Drama’ The Holocaust is a controversial subject…
“Thor: Love and Thunder” (2021) – Russell Crowe’s Superb Thor Sequel
Writer/Director: Taika Waititi Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman and Christian Bale ‘Thor-oughly Entertaining’ Wonder-Woman beauties rarely wield hammers belong bo-Thor-some…
“Boy Erased” (2018) – Russell Crowe’s Heartfelt Homophobia Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Joel Edgerton Starring: Lucas Hedges, Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe ‘A Captivating Drama’ Not many stars in Hollywood have…
“The Mummy” (2017) – Russell Crowe’s Worst Movie
Director: Alex Kurtzman Writer: David Koepp, Christopher McQuarrie and Dylan Kussman Starring: Tom Cruise, Russell Crowe and Sofia Boutella ‘Mindless…
“The Nice Guys” (2016) – Russell Crowe’s Crime Comedy
Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice ‘Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood have built a career…
“Noah” (2014) – Russell Crowe’s Religious Masterpiece
Director: Darren Arofnosky Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Emma Watson ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood which…
“Man of Steel” (2013) – Russell Crowe’s Soaring Superman Reboot
Director: Zack Snyder Writer: David S. Goyer (based on story by Christopher Nolan) Starring: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams and Michael…
“Les Miserables” (2012) – Russell Crowe’s Brilliant Broadway Musical
Director: Tom Hooper Writer: William Nicholson (based on novel by Victor Hugo) Starring: Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway and Russel Crowe …
“Robin Hood” (2010) – Russell Crowe’s Most Underrated Movie
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Oscar Isaac, Russell Crowe and Cate Blanchett ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many directors in Hollywood have…
“State of Play” (2009) – Russell Crowe’s Bold Masterpiece About Journalism
Director: Kevin Macdonald Starring: Russell Crowe, Ben Affleck and Rachel McAdams ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors which achieved fame…
“Body of Lies” (2008) – Russell Crowe’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Russell Crowe and Mark Strong ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors that gained fame…
“American Gangster” (2007) – Russell Crowe’s Gritty Gangster Masterpiece
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Ted Levine, Russell Crowe and Denzel Washington ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“3:10 to Yuma” (2007) – Russell Crowe’s Underrated Western
Director: James Mangold Starring: Russell Crowe, Christian Bale and Peter Fonda ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many filmmakers in Hollywood are…
“Cinderella Man” (2005) – Russell Crowe’s Breathtaking Boxing Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Paul Giamatti and Renee Zellweger ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors have built a…
“Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World” (2003) – Russell Crowe’s Captivating Naval Adventure Classic
Writer/Director: Peter Weir Starring: Paul Bettany, Russell Crowe and James D’Arcy ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have built…
“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Russell Crowe’s Beautiful Biopic
Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians…
“Gladiator” (2000) – Russell Crowe’s Mesmerizing Medieval Masterpiece
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Neilsen ‘Mesmerizing Medieval Epic’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood have got a…
“The Insider” (1999) – Russell Crowe’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Brave Whistleblowers
Director: Michael Mann Starring: Russell Crowe, Al Pacino and Christopher Plummer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood which…
“L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Russell Crowe’s Captivating L.A. Classic
Writer/Director: Curtis Hanson Starring: Guy Pearce, Kevin Spacey and Russell Crowe ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Quick and the Dead” (1995) – Russell Crowe’s Wonderful Western
Director: Sam Raimi Starring: Russell Crowe, Sharon Stone and Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors which achieved fame…
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: A Knives Out Mystery” (2025) – Josh Brolin’s Mesmerizing Murder Mystery Sequel
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 Captivating 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 Sci-fi Sequel
Writer/Director: Denis Villeneuve Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson …
“Dune” (2021) – Josh Brolin’s Science-fiction Classic
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 Fantastic 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 Amazing 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 Magnificent 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 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 Masterpiece
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 Meaningful 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 Magnificent Western Masterpiece
Writer/Directors: The Coen Brothers Starring: Josh Brolin, Jeff Bridges and Hailee Steinfeld ‘A Wonderful Western’ Not many actors in Hollywood…
“Milk” (2008) – Josh Brolin’s Brilliant Biopic About Harvey Milk
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 Masterpiece
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Ted Levine, Russell Crowe and Denzel Washington ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“No Country for Old Men” (2007) – Josh Brolin’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…
My Favourite Daniel Day-Lewis Films
Few actors are as beloved today as Daniel-Day Lewis. Since his stardom during the 1980’s, Day-Lewis has become an icon…
“Phantom Thread” (2017) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Fantastic Fashion Period Piece
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Vicky Krieps and Lesley Manville ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world…
“Lincoln” (2012) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Brilliant Lincoln Biopic
Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Tony Kushner (based on novel by Doris Kearns Goodwin) …
“There Will be Blood” (2007) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Meaningful 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…
“Gangs of New York” (2003) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Great Gangster Period Piece
Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Daniel Day-Lewis, Cameron Diaz ‘Powerful Period Piece’ “Gangs of New York” is directed by…
“The Age of Innocence” (1993) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Remarkable Period Piece
Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Richard E. Grant, Winona Ryder and Daniel Day-Lewis ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Britain…
“My Left Foot” (1989) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Captivating Disability Classic
Director: Jim Sheridan Starring: Fiona Shaw, Daniel Day-Lewis and Brenda Fricker ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Britain have…
“A Room With a View” (1985) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Powerful Romantic Period Piece
Director: James Ivory Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Daniel Day-Lewis and Maggie Smith ‘A Powerful Period Piece’ Not many actresses in…
“Gandhi” (1982) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Meaningful Historical Masterpiece
Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in…
“Half Nelson” (2006) – Ryan Gosling’s Dazzling Drug Addiction Masterpiece
Director: Ryan Fleck Starring: Ryan Gosling, Anthony Mackie and Jeff Lima ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have…
“The Notebook” (2004) – Ryan Gosling’s Remarkable Romantic Classic
Director: Nick Cassavetes Starring: Ryan Gosling, Rachel McAdams and James Garner ‘A Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Few actors in Hollywood have…
“The Nice Guys” (2016) – Ryan Gosling’s Crime Comedy
Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice ‘Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood have built a career…
My Favourite Mahershala Ali Films
Not many actors have built a legacy as strong as Mahershala Ali. Since the 2000’s, Ali has become a beloved…
“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” (2023) – Mahershala Ali’s Spectacular Animated Spider-Man Sequel
Director: Joaquim Dos Santos Starring: Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Jake Johnson …
“Green Book” (2018) – Mahershala Ali’s Powerful Period Piece
Writer/Director: Peter Farrelly Co-writers: Nick Vallelonga and Brian Hayes Currie Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali and Linda Cardellini ‘Powerful Period…
“Hidden Figures” (2017) – Mahershala Ali’s Brilliant NASA Biopic
Director: Theodore Melfi Writer: Allison Schroeder (based off novel by Margot Lee Shetterly) Starring: Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer and…
“The Place Beyond the Pines” (2013) – Mahershala Ali’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’…
“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” (2008) – Mahershala Ali’s Great Romantic Masterpiece
Director: David Fincher Starring: Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have managed to…
“Moonlight” (2016) – Mahershala Ali’s Mesmerizing Queer Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Barry Jenkins Based on the play by Tarell Alvin McCraney Starring: Mahershala Ali, Ashton Sanders and Naomi Harris ‘Magnificent…
“Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” (2025) – Josh Brolin’s Magnificent Murder Mystery Sequel
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Josh O’ Connor and Josh Brolin ‘A Mesmerizing Mystery’ Few movies ever made about…
“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 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…
My Favourite Films About Royalty
Not many characters make movies as engaging as kings. Since the 1980’s, stories of monarchies have made for great movies.…
“Oz: The Great and the Powerful” (2013) – Sam Raimi’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…
“Spencer” (2021) – Pablo Larrain’s Brilliant Princess Diana Biopic
Director: Pablo Larraín Writer: Steven Knight Starring: Kristen Stewart, Timothy Spall and Sally Hawkins ‘Dazzling Diana Biopic’ It isn’t simple to…
“Marie Antoinette” (2006) – Kirsten Dunst’s Magnificent Masterpiece About a French Queen
Writer/Director: Sofia Coppola Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Jason Schwartzman and Rose Byrne ‘A Magnificent Period Piece’ Few actresses in Hollywood are…
“The Last Duel” (2021) – Ridley Scott’s Haunting Historical Epic
Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Jodie Comer, Matt Damon and Adam Driver ‘Mesmerizing Medieval Epic’ Testimonies of bravehearted women…
“The Green Knight” (2021) – David Lowery’s Mesmerizing Medieval Epic
Writer/Director: David Lowery Starring: Dev Patel, Alicia Vikander and Joel Edgerton ‘Mesmerizing Medieval Epic’ Racial representation is seldom seen in…
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