Director: Mark Mylod Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Satire’ Not many actors in Hollywood are … More
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“Up in the Air” (2009) – Anna Kendrick’s Uplifting Drama About Drastic Business Decisions
Writer/Director: Jason Reitman Co-writer: Sheldon Turner (based off novel by Walter Kirn) Starring: George Clooney, Vera Farmiga, and Anna Kendrick … More
My Favourite Tom Hanks Films of All-Time
Not many actors in Hollywood are as celebrated as Tom Hanks. Following his recognition during the 1980’s, Hanks has proven … More
“Dunkirk” (2017) – Christopher Nolan’s Wonderful World War I Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Fionn Whitehead, Mark Rylance and Tom Hardy ‘Breathtaking Achievement’ War is a difficult subject to capture … More
“Tenet” (2019) – Christopher Nolan’s Terrific Time Travel Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: John David Washington, Robert Pattinson and Elizabeth Debicki ‘A Mind-Blowing Marvel’ Not many directors in Hollywood … More
My Favourie Adam Driver Movies of All-Time
Not many actors attract audiences to the theatre like Adam Driver. Since the 2000’s, Driver has become one of the … More
“BlackKklansman” (2018) – Adam Driver’s Spectacular Historical Satire About Race
Writer/Director: Spike Lee Co-writers: Charlie Watchel, David Rabinowitz and Kevin Willmott Starring: John David Washington, Adam Driver and Topher Grace … More
“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 … More
“The Report” (2019) – Adam Driver’s Powerful Political Thriller
Writer/Director: Scott Z. Burns Starring: Adam Driver, Annette Bening and Jon Hamm ‘Powerful Political Thriller’ When it comes to the … More
“The Farewell” (2019) – Lulu Wang’s Fantastic Family Drama About Death
Writer/Director: Lulu Wang Starring: Awkwafina, Tzi Ma and Diana Lin ‘Fantastic Family Drama’ It is always hard to come to … More
“Magnolia” (1999) – Paul Thomas Anderson’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Death
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: John C. Reilly, Julianne Moore and Tom Cruise ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More
My Favourite Danny DeVito Movies of All-Time
Not many actors that achieved fame years ago are as beloved as Danny DeVito. Since the 1970’s, DeVito has become … More
“The Lorax” (2012) – Danny DeVito’s Disastrous Adaptation of a Celebrated Dr. Seuss Book
Directors: Chris Renaud and Kyle Balda Starring Danny DeVito, Zac Efron, Taylor Swift ‘Lovely Animation’ “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax” is … More
“L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Danny DeVito’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 … More
“Misery” (1991) – Kathy Bates’ Captivating Psychological Horror Masterpiece About Miserable Authors
Director: Rob Reiner Starring: Kathy Bates, James Caan and Frances Sternhagen ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More
“Richard Jewell” (2019) – Kathy Bates’ Captivating Crime Thriller About a Real-Life Hero
Director: Clint Eastwood Writer: Billy Ray (based on article by Marie Brenner) Starring: Paul Walter Hauser, Sam Rockwell and Kathy … More
My Favourite Tilda Swinton Films of All-Time
Not many actresses have achieved appreciation of Tilda Swinton. Since the 1990’s, Swinton has become a feminist icon. Whether it’s … More
“Django Unchained” (2012) – Quentin Tarantino’s Spectacular Slavery Western Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Bloody Great Time’ You don’t always see long movies … More
“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Quentin Tarantino’s Powerful Period Piece About Hollywood
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have … More
My Favourite Scarlett Johansson Movies of All-Time
Few actresses have earned appreciation of Scarlett Johansson. Ever since the 1990’s, Johansson has become an icon. Whether it’s women … More
“Her” (2013) – Scarlett Johansson’s Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Technology Love
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that … More
“The Devil All the Time” (2020) – Robert Pattinson’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Writer/Director: Antonio Campos Co-writer: Paulo Campos (based on book by Donald Ray Pollock) Starring: Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson and Jason … More
“Tenet” (2019) – Robert Pattinson’s Terrific Time Travel Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: John David Washington, Robert Pattinson and Elizabeth Debicki ‘A Mind-Blowing Marvel’ Not many directors in Hollywood … More
“The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2” (2012) – Robert Pattinson’s Worst Film
Director: Bill Condon Writers: Melissa Rosenberg (based on novel by Stephenie Meyer) Starring: Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner ‘Disappointing … More
My Favourite Saoirse Ronan Movies of All-Time
Not many actresses have earned appreciation of Saoirse Ronan. Since the 2000’s, Ronan has become a feminist icon. Whether it’s … More
“Brooklyn” (2015) – Saoirse Ronan’s Incredible Masterpiece About Irish Immigration
Director: John Crowley Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Domnhall Gleeson and Emory Cohen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Immigration is a painful process that … More
“Django Unchained” (2012) – Jamie Foxx’s Spectacular Slavery Western Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Bloody Great Time’ You don’t always see long movies … More
My Favourite Martin Scorsese Movies of All-Time
Not many directors have built a legacy as strong as Martin Scorsese. Since the 1970’s, Scorsese has become an icon. … More
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Naseeruddin Shah’s Magnificent Indian Masterpiece About Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always … More
My Favourite Lucas Hedges Movies of All-Time
Not many actors have made movies as precious as Lucas Hedges. Since the 2000’s, Hedges has become a beloved teen … More
“Manchester by the Sea” (2016) – Lucas Hedges’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Family Tragedy
Writer/Director: Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams and Lucas Hedges ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s easier said than done to … More
“Honey Boy” (2019) – Lucas Hedges’ Powerful Drama About Child Actors
Director: Alma Har’el Writer: Shia LaBeouf Starring: Noah Jupe, Shia LaBeouf and Lucas Hedges ‘A Powerful Memoir’ Few actors in … More
“The Farewell” (2019) – Lulu Wang’s Fantastic Chinese Family Drama
Writer/Director: Lulu Wang Starring: Awkwafina, Tzi Ma and Diana Lin ‘Fantastic Family Drama’ It is always hard to come to … More
“Spotlight” (2015) – Mark Ruffalo’s Spectacular Masterpiece About a Shocking Scandal
Writer/Director: Tom McCarthy Co-writer: Josh Singer Starring: Michael Keaton, Mark Ruffalo and Rachel McAdams ‘Filmmaking at its Finest’ It is … More
“Dark Waters” (2019) – Mark Ruffalo’s Captivating Courtroom Classic
Director: Todd Haynes Writers: Mario Correa and Matthew Michael Carnahan Starring: Mark Ruffalo, Anne Hathaway and Tim Robbins ‘Tense Legal … More
“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Judi Dench’s Beautiful Period Piece About Indian Hotels
Director: John Madden Writer: Ol Parker Starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith ‘A Charming Comedy’ Sometimes all a … More
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Arranged Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always … More
My Favourite Cate Blanchett Films of All-Time
Not many actresses in Hollywood get audiences excited like Cate Blanchett. Since the 1990’s, Blanchett has become an icon. Whether … More
“Ocean’s 8” (2018) – Cate Blanchett’s Fun Feminist Reboot of a Heist Franchise
Writer/Director: Gary Ross Co-writer: Olivia Milch Starring: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett and Anne Hathaway ‘Enjoyable Entertainment’ When it comes to … More
“1917” (2019) – Colin Firth’s Wonderful World War I Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Sam Mendes Co-writer: Krysty Wilson-Cairns Starring: George MacKay, Dean-Charles Chapman and Colin Firth ‘Wonderful War Drama’ Over the past … More
“The Farewell” (2019) – Lulu Wang’s Fantastic Chinese Family Drama about Death
Writer/Director: Lulu Wang Starring: Awkwafina, Tzi Ma and Diana Lin ‘Fantastic Family Drama’ It is always hard to come to … More
“Magnolia” (1999) – Paul Thomas Anderson’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Death
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: John C. Reilly, Julianne Moore and Tom Cruise ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More
“Big Fish” (2003) – Danny DeVito’s Beautiful Masterpiece About Bonds Between Fathers and Sons
Director: Tim Buron Starring: Ewan McGregor, Albert Finney and Billy Crudup ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More
“L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Danny DeVito’s Captivating Crime Classic About L.A.
Writer/Director: Curtis Hanson Starring: Guy Pearce, Kevin Spacey and Russell Crowe ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More
Danny DeVito’s Greatest Movies Ranked
Not many actors that achieved fame years ago are as beloved as Danny DeVito. Since the 1970’s, DeVito has become … More
“The Incredibles 2” (2018) – Pixar’s Incredible Animated Sequel
Writer/Director: Brad Bird Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson ‘An Incredible Sequel’ When it comes to … More
My Favourite Toni Collette Movies of All-Time
Not many actresses are as hard as to forget as Toni Collette. Since the 1990’s, Collette has become an icon. … More
“Hereditary” (2018) – Toni Collette’s Haunting Horror Classic
Writer/Director: Ari Aster Starring: Toni Collette, Milly Shapiro and Gabriel Byrne ‘A Terrifying Thriller’ Before I begin this review, I … More
“Green Book” (2018) – Mahershala Ali’s Powerful Period Piece About Racism
Writer/Director: Peter Farrelly Co-writers: Nick Vallelonga and Brian Hayes Currie Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali and Linda Cardellini ‘Powerful Period … More
“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Julia Roberts’ Captivating Casino Heist Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More
“Ben is Back” (2018) – Julia Roberts’ Dazzling Drug Addiction Drama
Writer/Director: Peter Hedges Starring: Julia Roberts, Lucas Hedges and Courtney B. Vance ‘Powerful Drug-Addiction Drama’ Imagine being the mother of … More
“Her” (2013) – Chris Pratt’s Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Technology Addicts
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that … More
“Zero Dark Thirty” (2012) – Chris Pratt’s Terrific Terrorism Thriller
Director: Kathryn Bigelow Writer: Mark Boal Starring: Jessica Chastain, Jason Clarke, and Kyle Chandler ‘Tense Terrorism Thriller’ From what I … More
My Favourite Shailene Woodley Movies of All-Time
Not many actresses have built a legacy as strong as Shailene Woodley. Since the 2000’s, Woodley has become a feminist … More
“Adrift” (2018) – Shailene Woodley’s Spectacular Survival Drama
Director: Baltasar Kormakur Writer: Aaron Kandell, Jordan Kandell and David Branson Smith Starring: Shailene Woodley and Sam Claflin ‘Spectacular Survival … More
“500 Days of Summer” (2009) – Marc Webb’s Captivating Romantic Classic About Doomed Lovers
Director: Marc Webb Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Zooey Deschanel and Chloe Grace Moretz ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have … More
“Titanic” (1997) – My Favourite Film About Doomed Love of All-Time
Writer/Director: James Cameron Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet and Kathy Bates ‘A Timeless Classic’ Few events in the history of … More
“Boogie Nights” (1997) – Don Cheadle’s Meaningful Masterpiece About the Adult Film Industry
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore and Burt Reynolds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More
My Favourite Andy Serkis Movies of All-Time
Not many actors in Hollywood have made movies as precious as Andy Serkis. Following the 1990’s, Serkis has become an … More
My Favourite Sally Hawkins Movies of All-Time
Not many actresses have built a legacy as strong as Sally Hawkins. Since the 1990’s, Hawkins has become a beloved … More
“Maudie” (2017) – Sally Hawkins’ Beautiful Portrait of a Famous Canadian Painter
Director: Aisling Walsh Writer: Sherry White Starring: Sally Hawkins, Ethan Hawke and Kari Matchett ‘Deeply Moving Biopic’ Maud Lewis is … More
My Favourite Adam Driver Films of All-Time
Not many actors attract audiences to the theatre like Adam Driver. Since the 2000’s, Driver has become one of the … More
“The Report” (2019) – Adam Driver’s Powerful Political Thriller
Writer/Director: Scott Z. Burns Starring: Adam Driver, Annette Bening and Jon Hamm ‘Powerful Political Thriller’ When it comes to the … More
“BlackKklansman” (2018) – Adam Driver’s Spectacular Historical Satire About Race
Writer/Director: Spike Lee Co-writers: Charlie Watchel, David Rabinowitz and Kevin Willmott Starring: John David Washington, Adam Driver and Topher Grace … More
“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 … More
“The Devil All the Time” (2020) – Tom Holland’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Writer/Director: Antonio Campos Co-writer: Paulo Campos (based on book by Donald Ray Pollock) Starring: Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson and Jason … More
My Favourite Daniel Day-Lewis Movies of All-Time
Few actors are as beloved today as Daniel-Day Lewis. Since his stardom during the 1980’s, Day-Lewis has become an icon … More
“Lincoln” (2012) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Spectacular Abraham Lincoln Biopic
Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Tony Kushner (based on novel by Doris Kearns Goodwin) … More
“Les Miserables” (2012) – Russell Crowe’s Brilliant Broadway Adaptation
Director: Tom Hooper Writer: William Nicholson (based on Victor Hugo’s novel) Starring: Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway and Russell Crowe ‘Magnificent … More
“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 … More
“L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Russell Crowe’s Captivating L.A. Crime Classic
Writer/Director: Curtis Hanson Starring: Guy Pearce, Kevin Spacey and Russell Crowe ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More
“Om Shanti Om” (2007) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Captivating Bollywood Classic About Reincarnated Lovers
Writer/Director: Farah Khan Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and Arjun Rampal ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Bollywood are … More
My Favourite Ethan Hawke Films of All-Time
Not many actors have made movies audiences talk about like Ethan Hawke. Since the 1990’s, Hawke has become an icon. … More
“Training Day” (2001) – Ethan Hawke’s Captivating Crime Classic
Director: Antoine Fuqua Starring: Denzel Washington, Ethan Hawke and Scott Glenn ‘A Captivating Crime Classic’ Few movie-stars in Hollywood have … More
“Before Sunrise” (1995) – Ethan Hawke’s Captivating Romantic Classic
Writer/Director: Richard Linklater Starring: Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy and John Sloss ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood are as … More
“Maudie” (2017) – Ethan Hawke’s Powerful Portrait of a Famous Canadian Painter
Director: Aisling Walsh Writer: Sherry White Starring: Sally Hawkins, Ethan Hawke and Kari Matchett ‘Deeply Moving Biopic’ Maud Lewis is … More
“Her” (2013) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Technology Writers
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that … More
“Prisoners” (2013) – Hugh Jackman’s Captivating Child Abduction Thriller
Director: Denis Villeneuve Writer: Aaron Guzikowski Starring: Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Terrence Howard ‘Terrifying Thriller’ Movies rarely ever surprise these … More
“Les Miserables” (2012) – Hugh Jackman’s Brilliant Broadway Adaptation
Director: Tom Hooper Writer: William Nicholson (based on Victor Hugo’s novel) Starring: Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway and Russell Crowe ‘Magnificent … More
“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Christoph Waltz’s Glorious Historical Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several … More
“Dunkirk” (2017) – Tom Hardy’s Wonderful World War II Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Fionn Whitehead, Mark Rylance and Tom Hardy ‘Breathtaking Achievement’ War is a difficult subject to capture … More
“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 … More
“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 … More
“American Beauty” (1999) – Kevin Spacey’s Beautiful Masterpiece 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 … More
“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 … More
My Favourite Simon Pegg Movies of All-Time
Not many actors make movies that beg to be seen like Simon Pegg. Since the 1990’s, Pegg has become a … More
“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Margot Robbie’s Powerful Period Piece About Hollywood
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have … More
“I, Tonya” (2017) – Margot Robbie’s Captivating Masterpiece About an Ice-Skating Champion
Director: Craig Gillepsie Starring: Margot Robbie, Allison Janney and Sebastian Stan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have built a … More
“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 almost always predictable. … More
“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 … More
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Arranged Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always … More
“Moonlight” (2016) – Mahershala Ali’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Sexual Identity
Writer/Director: Barry Jenkins Based on the play by Tarell Alvin McCraney Starring: Mahershala Ali, Ashton Sanders and Naomi Harris ‘Magnificent … More
“The Fabelmans” (2022) – Michelle Williams’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Filmmaking
Writer/Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Gabriel LaBelle, Michelle Williams, Paul Dano … More
My Favourite Michael Fassbender Movies of All-Time
Not many actors attract audiences to the theatre like Michael Fassbender. Since the 1990’s, Fassbender has become an icon. Whether … More
“The Light Between Oceans” (2016) – Michael Fassbender’s Remarkable Romantic Period Piece
Writer/Director: Derek Cianfrance Based on the best-selling novel by M.L. Stedman Starring: Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Rachel Weisz ‘Powerful … More
“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Dev Patel’s Beautiful Period Piece About Indian Hotels
Director: John Madden Writer: Ol Parker Starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith ‘A Charming Comedy’ Sometimes all a … More
“Call Me By Your Name” (2017) – Luca Guadagnino’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Doomed Queer Lovers
Director: Luca Guadagnino Writer: James Ivory (based on novel by Andre Aciman) Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Armie Hammer and Michael Stuhlbarg … More
“500 Days of Summer” (2009) – Marc Webb’s Captivating Romantic Classic About Doomed Lovers
Director: Marc Webb Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Zooey Deschanel and Chloe Grace Moretz ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have … More
“Titanic” (1997) – My Favourite Film About Doomed Love of All-Time
Writer/Director: James Cameron Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet and Kathy Bates ‘A Timeless Classic’ Few events in the history of … More
“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Don Cheadle’s Captivating Casino Heist Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More
“Boogie Nights” (1997) – Don Cheadle’s Meaningful Masterpiece About the Adult Film Industry
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore and Burt Reynolds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More
My Favourite Kirsten Dunst Movies of All-Time
Not many actresses in Hollywood are as beloved as Kirsten Dunst. Since the 1990’s, Dunst has become a feminist icon. … More
My Favourite Amy Adams Movies of All-Time
Few actresses in Hollywood are as amazing as Amy Adams. Since the 1990’s, Adams has become one of the greatest … More
“Her” (2013) – Amy Adams’ Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Technology Addicts
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that … More
My Favourite Adam Driver Movies of All-Time
Not many actors attract audiences to the theatre like Adam Driver. Since the 2000’s, Driver has become one of the … More
“The Report” (2019) – Adam Driver’s Powerful Political Thriller
Writer/Director: Scott Z. Burns Starring: Adam Driver, Annette Bening and Jon Hamm ‘Powerful Political Thriller’ When it comes to the … More
“BlackKklansman” (2018) – Adam Driver’s Spectacular Historical Satire About Race
Writer/Director: Spike Lee Co-writers: Charlie Watchel, David Rabinowitz and Kevin Willmott Starring: John David Washington, Adam Driver and Topher Grace … More
“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 … More
“Dark Waters” (2019) – Mark Ruffalo’s Captivating Courtroom Classic
Director: Todd Haynes Writers: Mario Correa and Matthew Michael Carnahan Starring: Mark Ruffalo, Anne Hathaway and Tim Robbins ‘Tense Legal … More
“Spotlight” (2015) – Mark Ruffalo’s Spectacular Masterpiece About a Shocking Scandal
Writer/Director: Tom McCarthy Co-writer: Josh Singer Starring: Michael Keaton, Mark Ruffalo and Rachel McAdams ‘Filmmaking at its Finest’ It is … More
My Favourite Films About Siblings of All-Time
Not many characters in movies are as engaging as siblings. Since the 1970’s, siblings have often made for memorable movies. … More
“The Colour Purple” (1985) – Steven Spielberg’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Sisters
Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Menno Meyjes (based off novel by Alice Walker) Starring: Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, and Oprah Winfrey … More
“The Godfather” (1972) – Francis Ford Coppola’s Meaningful Masterpiece about Gangster Brothers
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan ‘A MobsterMasterpiece’ Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘The Godfather’ is perhaps … More
“Manchester by the Sea” (2016) – Kenneth Lonergan’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Grief-Stricken Brothers
Writer/Director: Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams and Lucas Hedges ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s easier said than done to … More
My Favourite Julie Walters Movies of All-Time
Not many actresses in Hollywood have built a legacy as strong as Julie Walters. Since the 1970’s, Walters has become … More
“Mary Poppins Returns” (2018) – Julie Walters’ Magnificent Mary Poppins Remake
Director: Rob Marshall Writer: David Magee Starring: Emily Blunt, Lin Manuel-Miranda and Ben Whishaw ‘A Marvelous Musical’ Before I begin … More
“Brooklyn” (2015) – Julie Walters’ Incredible Masterpiece About Irish Immigration
Director: John Crowley Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Domnhall Gleeson and Emory Cohen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Immigration is a painful process that … More
My Favourite Michael Fassbender Films of All-Time
Not many actors attract audiences to the theatre like Michael Fassbender. Since the 1990’s, Fassbender has become an icon. Whether … More
“Dunkirk” (2017) – Tom Hardy’s Wonderful World War II Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Fionn Whitehead, Mark Rylance and Tom Hardy ‘Breathtaking Achievement’ War is a difficult subject to capture … More
“Doctor Sleep” (2019) – Rebecca Ferguson’s Spectacular Sequel to a Shining Horror Classic
Writer/Director: Mike Flanagan Starring: Ewan McGregor, Rebecca Ferguson and Cliff Curtis ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More
My Favourite Matt Damon Movies of All-Time
Not many movie-stars in Hollywood have built reputation as strong as Matt Damon. Following stardom during the 1990’s, Damon has … More
“Elysium” (2013) – Matt Damon’s Most Underrated Movie
Writer/Director: Neill Blomkamp Starring: Matt Damon, Jodie Foster and Sharlto Copley ‘Original Entertainment’ In a Summer that’s so far occupied … More
“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Casino Heist Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More
“Life of Pi” (2012) – Irrfan Khan’s Life-Affirming Literary Adaptation
Director: Ang Lee Writer: David Magee (based off novel by Yann Martel) Starring: Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Tabu ‘Beautiful Book … More
“Her” (2013) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Technology Addicts
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that … More
“Her” (2013) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Technology Writers
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that … More
My Favourite Joel Edgerton Movies of All-Time
Not many actors in Hollywood have achieved recognition of Joel Edgerton. Since the 1990’s, Edgerton has become a beloved icon. … More
“Zero Dark Thirty” (2012) – Joel Edgerton’s Terrific Terrorism Political Thriller
Director: Kathryn Bigelow Writer: Mark Boal Starring: Jessica Chastain, Jason Clarke, and Kyle Chandler ‘Tense Terrorism Thriller’ From what I … More
“The Gift” (2015) – Joel Edgerton’s Gripping Psychological Thriller About Bullying
Writer/Director: Joel Edgerton Starring: Jason Bateman, Rebecca Hall and Joel Edgerton ‘A Thought-Provoking Thriller’ About halfway through Joel Edgerton’s latest … More
“Spotlight” (2015) – Michael Keaton’s Spectacular Masterpiece About A Religious Scandal
Writer/Director: Tom McCarthy Co-writer: Josh Singer Starring: Michael Keaton, Mark Ruffalo and Rachel McAdams ‘Filmmaking at its Finest’ It is … More
“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Christoph Waltz’s Fantastic Historical Masterpiece About an Inglorious Genocide
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several … More
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Naseeruddin Shah’s Magnificent Indian Masterpiece About Arranged Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always … More
“Up in the Air” (2009) – J.K. Simmons’ Uplifting Drama About Business Choices
Writer/Director: Jason Reitman Co-writer: Sheldon Turner (based off novel by Walter Kirn) Starring: George Clooney, Vera Farmiga, and Anna Kendrick … More
My Favourite Jake Gyllenhaal Movies of All-Time
Few actors in Hollywood enthral audiences like Jake Gyllenhaal. Ever since the 1980’s, Gyllenhaal has become an icon. Whether its … More
“Prisoners” (2013) – Jake Gyllenhaal’s Captivating Crime Thriller About Abductions
Director: Denis Villeneuve Writer: Aaron Guzikowski Starring: Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Terrence Howard ‘Terrifying Thriller’ Movies rarely ever surprise these … More
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Arranged Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always … More
“Her” (2013) – Chris Pratt’s Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Technology Addicts
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that … More
“Zero Dark Thirty” (2012) – Chris Pratt’s Terrific Terrorism Thriller
Director: Kathryn Bigelow Writer: Mark Boal Starring: Jessica Chastain, Jason Clarke, and Kyle Chandler ‘Tense Terrorism Thriller’ From what I … More
My Favourite Ben Affleck Movies of All-Time
Few actors in Hollywood are as beloved as Ben Affleck. Ever since the 1990’s, Affleck has become an icon. Whether … More
“Armageddon” (1998) – Ben Affleck’s Captivating Armageddon Disasters Blockbuster
Director: Michael Bay Starring: Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck and Billy Bob Thorton ‘A Dazzling Blockbuster’ Over the past decade, the … More
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Arranged Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always … More
“Eyes Wide Shut” (1999) – Tom Cruise’s Spectacular Masterpiece About Sexual Lovers
Writer/Director: Stanley Kubrick Starring: Nicole Kidman, Tom Cruise and Sydney Pollack ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many filmmakers in Hollywood have … More
My Favourite Andy Serkis Films of All-Time
Not many actors in Hollywood have made movies as precious as Andy Serkis. Following the 1990’s, Serkis has become an … More
“The Colour Purple” (1985) – Steven Spielberg’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Strong Sisters
Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Menno Meyjes (based off novel by Alice Walker) Starring: Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, and Oprah Winfrey … More
“The Godfather” (1972) – Francis Ford Coppola’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Mobster Brothers
Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan ‘A MobsterMasterpiece’ Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘The Godfather’ is perhaps … More
“Manchester by the Sea” (2016) – Kenneth Lonergan’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Grief-Stricken Brothers
Writer/Director: Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams and Lucas Hedges ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s easier said than done to … More
“Rain Man” (1988) – My Favourite Film About Siblings of All-Time
Director: Barry Levinson Starring: Tom Cruise, Dustin Hoffman and Valeria Golino ‘A Timeless Classic’ Autism is a sensitive subject rarely … More
“Mary Poppins Returns” (2018) – Julie Walters’ Practically Perfect Mary Poppins Remake
Writer: David Magee Starring: Emily Blunt, Lin Manuel-Miranda and Ben Whishaw ‘A Marvelous Musical’ Before I begin this review, I … More
“Brooklyn” (2015) – Julie Walters’ Incredible Masterpiece About Irish Immigration
Director: John Crowley Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Domnhall Gleeson and Emory Cohen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Immigration is a painful process that … More
Julie Walters’ Greatest Movies Ranked
Not many actresses in Hollywood have built a legacy as strong as Julie Walters. Since the 1970’s, Walters has become … More
“Boyhood” (2014) – Ethan Hawke’s Captivating Classic About Childhood
Writer/Director: Richard Linklater Starring: Ellar Coltrane, Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ About halfway through Richard Linklater’s “Boyhood”, … More
“Hereditary” (2018) – Toni Collette’s Haunting Horror Classic
Writer/Director: Ari Aster Starring: Toni Collette, Milly Shapiro and Gabriel Byrne ‘A Terrifying Thriller’ Before I begin this review, I … More
My Favourite Brad Pitt Movies of All-Time
Few actors in Hollywood have lit a bright spark into movies like Brad Pitt. Following his stardom during the 1990’s, … More
“Se7en” (1995) – Brad Pitt’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 … More
“World War Z” (2013) – Brad Pitt’s Boring Zombie Invasion Blockbuster
Director: Marc Forster Writers: Drew Goddard, Matthew Carnahan and Damon Lindelof Starring: Brad Pitt, Mireille Enos and Fana Mokoena ‘Bland … More
“Prisoners” (2013) – Hugh Jackman’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Director: Denis Villeneuve Writer: Aaron Guzikowski Starring: Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Terrence Howard ‘Terrifying Thriller’ Movies rarely ever surprise these … More
“Les Miserables” (2012) – Hugh Jackman’s Brilliant Broadway Adaptation
Director: Tom Hooper Writer: William Nicholson (based on Victor Hugo’s novel) Starring: Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway and Russell Crowe ‘Magnificent … More
“The Theory of Everything” (2014) – John Marsh’s Brilliant Biopic About an Iconic Physicist
Director: John Marsh Starring: Eddie Redmayne, Felicia Jones and Charles Cox ‘A Breathtaking Biopic’ Few actors in Hollywood have abilities … More
My Favourite Naomi Watts Films Ranked
Not many actresses have built a legacy as strong as Naomi Watts. Since the 1990’s, Watts has become a beloved … More
“I, Tonya” (2017) – Margot Robbie’s Captivating Masterpiece About an Ice-Skating Champion
Director: Craig Gillepsie Starring: Margot Robbie, Allison Janney and Sebastian Stan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have built a … More
“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 … More
“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Remarkable Drama About Time Travel
Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More
My Favourite Bruce Willis Movies of All-Time
Few actors are as celebrated as Bruce Willis. Following the 1990’s, Willis has become an icon. Whether it’s police officers, … More
“Looper” (2012) – Bruce Willis’ Terrific Time Travel Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Bruce Willis and Emily Blunt ‘Original Entertainment’ “Looper” is written and directed by Rian … More
“Armageddon” (1998) – Bruce Willis’ Captivating Armageddon Disasters Blockbuster
Director: Michael Bay Starring: Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck and Billy Bob Thorton ‘A Dazzling Blockbuster’ Over the past decade, the … More
My Favourite Jake Gyllenhaal Movies of All-Time
Few actors in Hollywood enthral audiences like Jake Gyllenhaal. Ever since the 1980’s, Gyllenhaal has become an icon. Whether its … More
“The Day After Tomorrow” (2004) – Jake Gyllenhaal’s Captivating Climate Disaster Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Roland Emmerich Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Ian Holm and Emmy Rossum ‘A Breathtaking Disaster Blockbuster’ Over the past decade, the … More
“Prisoners” (2013) – Jake Gyllenhaal’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Director: Denis Villeneuve Writer: Aaron Guzikowski Starring: Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Terrence Howard ‘Terrifying Thriller’ Movies rarely ever surprise these … More
“Her” (2013) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Technology Writers
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that … More
“Pacific Rim” (2013) – Guillermo Del Toro’s Magnificent Monsters Epic
Writer/Director: Guillermo del Toro Co-writer: Travis Beacham Starring: Idris Elba, Charlie Hunnam and Rinko Kikuchi ‘Exhilarating Entertainment’ Over the last … More
“The Fabelmans” (2022) – Michelle Williams’ Fantastic Masterpiece About Famous Filmmakers
Writer/Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Gabriel LaBelle, Michelle Williams, Paul Dano … More
“Manchester by the Sea” (2016) – Michelle Williams’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Grief-Stricken Families
Writer/Director: Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams and Lucas Hedges ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s easier said than done to … More
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Naseeruddin Shah’s Magnificent Indian Masterpiece About Arranged Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always … More
My Favourite Johnny Depp Films of All-Time
Not many movie-stars are as beloved as Johnny Depp. Since the 1980’s, Depp has become an icon. Whether it’s pirates, … More
“The Menu” (2022) – Nicholas Hoult’s Captivating Satire About Conflicted Chefs
Director: Mark Mylod Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Satire’ Not many actors in Hollywood are … More
“Jack the Giant Slayer” (2013) – Nicholas Hoult’s Worst Movie
Director: Bryan Singer Writers: Darren Lemke and Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Nicholas Hoult, Stanley Tucci and Ewan McGregor ‘A Giant Disappointment’ … More
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Arranged Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always … More
“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 … More
“Gangster Squad” (2013) – Josh Brolin’s Worst Movie
Director: Ruben Fleischer Writer: Will Beall (based off novel by Paul Lieberman) Starring: Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, and Sean Penn … More
“Drive” (2011) – Carey Mulligan’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Director: Nicolas Winding Refn Writer: Hossein Amini (based on book) Starring: Ryan Gosling, Carey Mulligan, and Albert Brooks ‘Captivating Crime … More
My Favourite George Clooney Movies of All-Time
Few actors have built a legacy as powerful as George Clooney. Following the 1980’s, Clooney has become an icon. Whether … More
“Up in the Air” (2009) – George Clooney’s Uplifting Drama About Business Choices
Writer/Director: Jason Reitman Co-writer: Sheldon Turner (based off novel by Walter Kirn) Starring: George Clooney, Vera Farmiga, and Anna Kendrick … More
“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – George Clooney’s Captivating Casino Classic
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More
My Favourite Jodie Foster Films of All-Time
Not many actresses attract audiences to the theatre like Jodie Foster. Since the 1990’s, Foster has become an icon. Whether … More
“The Theory of Everything” (2014) – John Marsh’s Beautiful Biopic About an Iconic Physicist
Director: John Marsh Starring: Eddie Redmayne, Felicia Jones and Charles Cox ‘A Breathtaking Biopic’ Few actors in Hollywood have abilities … More
“Dallas Buyers Club” (2013) – Matthew McConaughey’s Dazzling AIDS Crisis Drama
Director: Jean-Marc Valee Writers: Craig Borten and Melisa Wallack Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Jared Leto, Jennifer Garner ‘Powerful AIDS Drama’ You … More
My Favourite Tom Hanks Movies of All-Time
Not many actors in Hollywood are as celebrated as Tom Hanks. Following his recognition during the 1980’s, Hanks has proven … More
“Captain Phillips” (2013) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Thriller About a Hijacking
Director: Paul Greengrass Writer: Billy Ray Starring: Tom Hanks and Barkhad Abdi ‘Captivating Hijacking Thriller’ “Captain Phillips” is the most … More
“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Period Piece
Director: John Madden Writer: Ol Parker Starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith ‘A Charming Comedy’ Sometimes all a … More
“About Time” (2013) – Bill Nighy’s Remarkable Romantic Drama About Time Travel
Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More
“Magnolia” (1999) – John C. Reilly’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Loss
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: John C. Reilly, Julianne Moore and Tom Cruise ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More
“Boogie Nights” (1997) – John C. Reilly’s Powerful Masterpiece About the Adult Film Industry
Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore and Burt Reynolds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More
“Wreck it Ralph” (2012) – John C. Reilly’s Astonishing Animated Classic
Director: Rich Moore Writer: Phil Johnston and Jennifer Lee Starring: John C. Reilly, Sarah Silverman, Jack McBrayer ‘Astonishing Animation’ Animated … More
“Still Alice” (2014) – Kristen Stewart’s Deeply Moving Masterpiece About Memory Loss
Directors: Richard Glatzner and Wash Westmoreland Starring: Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin and Kristen Stewart ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actresses … More
“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Judi Dench’s Beautiful Period Piece
Director: John Madden Writer: Ol Parker Starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith ‘A Charming Comedy’ Sometimes all a … More
“Analyze This” (1999) – Harold Ramis’ Captivating Comedy Classic About Gangster Therapy
Writer/Director: Harold Ramis Co-writer: Peter Tolan and Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Billy Crystal, Robert De Niro, and Lisa Kudrow ‘Captivating Comedy’ … More
“Ben is Back” (2018) – Julia Roberts’ Dazzling Drug Addiction Drama
Writer/Director: Peter Hedges Starring: Julia Roberts, Lucas Hedges and Courtney B. Vance ‘Powerful Drug-Addiction Drama’ Imagine being the mother of … More
“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Julia Roberts’ Captivating Classic about Casinos
Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More
“Mary Poppins Returns” (2018) – Emily Blunt’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 … More
“Looper” (2012) – Emily Blunt’s Terrific Time Travel Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Bruce Willis and Emily Blunt ‘Original Entertainment’ “Looper” is written and directed by Rian … More
“Dunkirk” (2017) – Tom Hardy’s Wonderful World War II Blockbuster
Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Fionn Whitehead, Mark Rylance and Tom Hardy ‘Breathtaking Achievement’ War is a difficult subject to capture … More
My Favourite Daniel Day-Lewis Movies of All-Time
Few actors are as beloved today as Daniel-Day Lewis. Since his stardom during the 1980’s, Day-Lewis has become an icon … More
“Lincoln” (2012) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Spectacular Biopic About Abraham Lincoln
Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Tony Kushner (based on novel by Doris Kearns Goodwin) … More
“Love Actually” (2003) – Martin Freeman’s Captivating Romantic Classic About Christmas Lovers
Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Liam Neeson, Hugh Grant and Colin Firth ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More
My Favourite Anthony Hopkins Movies of All-Time
Not many movie-stars have built a legacy as strong as Anthony Hopkins. Since the 1960’s, Hopkins has become an icon … More
“The Silence of the Lambs” (1991) – Anthony Hopkins’ Spectacular Serial Killer Classic
Director: Jonathan Demme Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Jodie Foster and Ted Levine ‘A Serial Killer Masterpiece’ Few figures in popular culture … More
“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 … More
“Philadelphia” (1993) – Denzel Washington’s Captivating AIDS Classic
Director: Jonathan Demme Starring: Tom Hanks, Denzel Washington and Jason Robards ‘A Captivating Classic’ Gay people are rarely depicted with … More
“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Quentin Tarantino’s Phenomenal Period Piece About Hollywood
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have … More
“Django Unchained” (2012) – Quentin Tarantino’s Spectacular Slavery Western Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Bloody Great Time’ You don’t always see long movies … More
“Her” (2013) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Technology Writers
Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that … More
“Primal Fear” (1996) – Edward Norton’s Captivating Courtroom Classic
Director: Gregory Hobit Starring: Edward Norton, Richard Gere and Frances McDormand ‘A Captivating Courtroom Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have … More
My Favourite Ben Affleck Movies of All-Time
Few actors in Hollywood are as beloved as Ben Affleck. Ever since the 1990’s, Affleck has become an icon. Whether … More
“Armageddon” (1998) – Ben Affleck’s Captivating Armageddon Disasters Blockbuster
Director: Michael Bay Starring: Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck and Billy Bob Thorton ‘A Dazzling Blockbuster’ Over the past decade, the … More
“Life of Pi” (2012) – Irrfan Khan’s Life-Affirming Literature Adaptation
Director: Ang Lee Writer: David Magee (based off novel by Yann Martel) Starring: Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Tabu ‘Beautiful Book … More
“L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Kevin Spacey’s Captivating Crime Classic
Writer/Director: Curtis Hanson Starring: Guy Pearce, Kevin Spacey and Russell Crowe ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More
“American Beauty” (1999) – Kevin Spacey’s Beautiful American Classic
Writer/Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening and Wes Bentley ‘A Beautiful Masterpiece’ Few celebrities in Hollywood have faced … More
“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 … More
“Margin Call” (2011) – Kevin Spacey’s Fantastic Drama About the Financial Crisis
Writer/Director: J.C. Chandor Starring: Kevin Spacey, Zachary Quinto and Paul Bettany ‘Filmmaking at its Finest’ It’s one thing for a financial … More
“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Magnificent Indian Masterpiece About Arranged Weddings
Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always … More
“Gangster Squad” (2013) – Ryan Gosling’s Worst Movie
Director: Ruben Fleischer Writer: Will Beall (based off novel by Paul Lieberman) Starring: Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, and Sean Penn … More
“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 … More
“Drive” (2011) – Ryan Gosling’s Captivating Crime Thriller
Director: Nicolas Winding Refn Writer: Hossein Amini (based on book) Starring: Ryan Gosling, Carey Mulligan, and Albert Brooks ‘Captivating Crime … More
My Favourite David Fincher Films of All-Time
Few filmmakers attract audiences to the theatre like David Fincher. Since the 1990’s, Fincher has become an icon. Whether it’s … More
“Gone Girl” (2014) – David Fincher’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Broken Marriages
Director: David Fincher Starring: Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike and Neil Patrick Harris ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More
“Se7en” (1995) – David Fincher’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 … More
“Django Unchained” (2012) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Spectacular Slavery Western Masterpiece
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Bloody Great Time’ You don’t always see long movies … More
“American Hustle” (2013) – Christian Bale’s Captivating Con-Artist Period Piece
Writer/Director: David O. Russell Co-writer: Eric Warren Singer Starring: Christian Bale, Amy Adams and Bradley Cooper ‘Powerful Period Piece’ In … More
“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Christoph Waltz’s Glorious Historical Masterpiece About Nazi Germany
Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several … More
“Analyze This” (1999) – Harold Ramis’ Captivating Comedy Classic About Gangster Therapy
Writer/Director: Harold Ramis Co-writer: Peter Tolan and Kenneth Lonergan Starring: Billy Crystal, Robert De Niro, and Lisa Kudrow ‘Captivating Comedy’ … More
“The Devil All The Time” (2020) – Tom Holland’s Captivating Crime Thriller About Religious Violence
Writer/Director: Antonio Campos Co-writer: Paulo Campos (based on book by Donald Ray Pollock) Starring: Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson and Jason … More
My Favourite George Clooney Movies of All-Time
Few actors have built a legacy as powerful as George Clooney. Following the 1980’s, Clooney has become an icon. Whether … More
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