“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Jennifer Connelly’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … 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

“Phantom Thread” (2017) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Fantastic Period Piece About Fashion-Designers

Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Vicky Krieps and Lesley Manville ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world … More

“Lincoln” (2012) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Powerful Biopic About Abraham Lincoln

Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Tony Kushner (based on novel by Doris Kearns Goodwin)               … More

“There Will be Blood” (2007) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Magnificent Masterpiece About Greedy Oil Prospectors

Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Paul Dano and Ciaran Hinds ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood which … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Russell Crowe’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“Primal Fear” (1996) – Richard Gere’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

“Elysium” (2013) – Matt Damon’s Underrated Science-fiction Blockbuster

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 Classic About Casino Heists

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Paul Bettany’s Beautiful Biopic About a Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Jennifer Connelly’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“Blood Diamond” (2006) – Jennifer Connelly’s Meaningful Masterpiece About African Diamond Smugglers

Director: Edward Zwick Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Connelly and Djimon Hounsou ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

“Bad Education” (2019) – Cory Finley’s Spectacular Satire About a Shocking High School Scandal

Director: Cory Finley Writer: Mike Makowsky (Based on article by Robert Kolker) Starring: Hugh Jackman, Allison Janney and Geraldine Viswanathan … More

“Eighth Grade” (2018) – Bo Burnham’s Extraordinary Drama About Eighth Grade Girls

Writer/Director: Bo Burnham Starring: Elsie Fisher, Josh Hamilton and Emily Robinson ‘Astonishing Drama’ Perhaps, no time in a person’s life … More

“Me and Earl and the Dying Girl” (2015) – Alfonso Gomez-Rejon’s Captivating High School Classic About Terminally Ill Teens

Director: Alfonso Gomez-Rejon Writer: Jesse Andrews (based on novel) Starring: Thomas Mann, RJ Cyler and Olivia Cooke ‘A Breath of … More

“The Spectacular Now” (2013) – James Ponsoldt’s Spectacular Romantic Drama About High School Lovers

Director: James Ponsoldt Writer: Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber Starring: Miles Teller, Shailene Woodley and Brie Larson ‘Spectacular Romantic … More

“10 Things I Hate About You” (1999) – Gil Junger’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About High School Romance

Director: Gil Junger Starring: Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles and Joseph Gordon-Levitt ‘A Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have … More

The Best High School Movies Ever Made Ranked

Not many genres have earned the appreciation of education. Since the 1990’s, the genre has produced unforgettable movies. Whether it’s … More

My Favourite Julia Roberts Films of All-Time

Few actresses in Hollywood are as beloved as Julia Roberts. Ever since the 1990’s, Roberts has become one of the … More

“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Julia Roberts’ Captivating Classic About Casino Heists

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

My Favourite Helena Bonham Carter Films of All-Time

Not many actresses attract audiences to the theatre like Helena Bonham Carter. Since the 1990’s, Carter has become a feminist … More

“Ocean’s 8” (2018) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Fun Feminist Ocean’s Reboot

Writer/Director: Gary Ross Co-writer: Olivia Milch Starring: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett and Anne Hathaway ‘Enjoyable Entertainment’ When it comes to … 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

“Jojo Rabbit” (2019) – Taika Waititi’s Spectacular Historical Satire About Nazi Germany

Writer/Director: Taika Waititi Based on the book by Christine Leunens Starring: Roman Griffin Davis, Scarlett Johansson and Sam Rockwell ‘Hilarious … 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

“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Bill Nighy’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

“Love Actually” (2003) – Bill Nighy’s Captivating Classic About Christmas Musicians

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Liam Neeson, Hugh Grant and Colin Firth ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

“Elysium” (2013) – Matt Damon’s Underrated Science-fiction Blockbuster

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 Classic About Casino Heists

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

My Favourite Will Smith Movies of All-Time

Few movie-stars with a strong will are as celebrated as Will Smith. Following the 1990’s, Smith became an icon. Whether it’s … More

“The Pursuit of Happiness” (2006) – Will Smith’s Powerful Masterpiece About The Pursuit of Happiness

Director: Gabriele Muccino Starring: Will Smith, Jaden Smith and Thandiwe Newton ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Fathers are inspirational figures which ensure … More

“American Beauty” (1999) – Kevin Spacey’s Beautiful American 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 … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Paul Bettany’s Beautiful Biopic About a World-Famous Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“Leaving Las Vegas” (1995) – Nicolas Cage’s Captivating Classic About Alcoholism

Writer/Director: Mike Figgis Starring: Nicholas Cage, Elisabeth Shue and Julian Sands ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have the … More

My Favourite Morgan Freeman Movies of All-Time

Few movie-stars in Hollywood have achieved appreciation of Morgan Freeman. Following stardom in the 1980’s, Freeman has become an icon … More

“Gone Baby Gone” (2007) – Morgan Freeman’s Captivating Classic About Terrifying Child Abductions

Writer/Director: Ben Affleck Starring: Casey Affleck, Michelle Monaghan and Morgan Freeman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood are as … 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

“Red 2” (2013) – Bruce Willis’ Disappointing Spies Sequel

Director: Dean Parisot Writers: Jon and Erich Hoeber Starring: Bruce Willis, Mary-Louise Parker and John Malkovich ‘Forgettable Sequel’ By settling … More

“Looper” (2012) – Bruce Willis’ Brilliant Blockbuster About Time Travel

Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Bruce Willis and Emily Blunt ‘Original Entertainment’ “Looper” is written and directed by Rian … More

“The Menu” (2022) – Ralph Fiennes’ Captivating Thriller About Psychotic Chefs

Director: Mark Mylod Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Satire’ Not many actors in Hollywood are … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Jennifer Connelly’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“A Man Called Otto” (2022) – Tom Hanks’ Amazing Drama About Aging Seniors

Director: Marc Foster Starring: Tom Hanks, Mariana Trevino, Truman Hanks                      … More

“News of the World” (2020) – Tom Hanks’ Wonderful Western About News Carriers

Writer/Director: Paul Greengrass Co-writer: Luke Davies (Based on Paulette Jiles’ book) Starring: Tom Hanks, Helena Zengel and Ray McKinnon ‘A … More

“Greyhound” (2020) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Thriller About Naval Warfare

Director: Aaron Schneider Writer: Tom Hanks (based on book by C.S. Forester) Starring: Tom Hanks, Stephen Graham and Rob Morgan … More

“Captain Phillips” (2013) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Thriller About Terrifying Hijackings

Director: Paul Greengrass Writer: Billy Ray Starring: Tom Hanks and Barkhad Abdi ‘Captivating Hijacking Thriller’ “Captain Phillips” is the most … More

“Cast Away” (2000) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Classic About Island Survival

Director: Robert Zemeckis Starring: Tom Hanks, Helen Hunt and Nick Searcy ‘A Captivating Survival Classic’ Imagine being stranded alone on … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Russell Crowe’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“One Flew Over Cuckoo’s Nest” (1975) – Jack Nicholson’s Captivating Classic About Mental Institutions

Director: Milos Forman Starring: Jack Nicholson, Louise Fletcher, Danny DeVito ‘Outstanding Masterpiece’ Not many films have stunned me over the … More

My Favourite Al Pacino Movies of All-Time

Few actors in Hollywood that achieved fame several years ago are as beloved as Al Pacino. Ever since his rise … More

“Heat” (1995) – Al Pacino’s Captivating Crime Classic About Bank Robberies

Writer/Director: Michael Mann Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Val Kilmer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame … More

“Scent of a Woman” (1992) – Al Pacino’s Captivating Classic About Blindness

Director: Martin Brest Starring: Al Pacino, Chris O’Donnell and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Powerful Pacino Classic’ Blind people are rarely … 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

“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Period Piece About Exotic Indian Hotels

Director: John Madden Writer: Ol Parker Starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith ‘A Charming Comedy’ Sometimes all a … More

“Love Actually” (2003) – Bill Nighy’s Captivating Romantic Classic About Christmas Musicians

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Liam Neeson, Hugh Grant and Colin Firth ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

“The Mauritanian” (2021) – Jodie Foster’s Powerful Political Thriller About Prisons

Director: Kevin Macdonald Writers: M.B. Traven, Rory Haines and Sohrab Noshirvani  Starring: Tahar Rahim, Jodie Foster and Benedict Cumberbatch ‘Tense … More

“The Silence of the Lambs” (1991) – Jodie Foster’s Spectacular Masterpiece About Frightening Serial Killers

Director: Jonathan Demme Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Jodie Foster and Ted Levine ‘A Serial Killer Masterpiece’ Few figures in popular culture … More

“The Trial of the Chicago 7” (2020) – Michael Keaton’s Captivating Courtroom Drama

Writer/Director: Aaron Sorkin   Starring: Sacha Baron Cohen, Eddie Redmayne and Mark Rylance ‘Captivating Courtroom Drama’ Few court cases in American … More

“Spotlight” (2015) – Michael Keaton’s Spectacular Masterpiece About a Real-Life 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 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

“Red 2” (2013) – Bruce Willis’ Bland Spies Sequel

Director: Dean Parisot Writers: Jon and Erich Hoeber Starring: Bruce Willis, Mary-Louise Parker and John Malkovich ‘Forgettable Sequel’ By settling … More

“Looper” (2012) – Bruce Willis’ Terrific Blockbuster About Time Travel

Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Bruce Willis and Emily Blunt ‘Original Entertainment’ “Looper” is written and directed by Rian … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Ron Howard’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

My Favourite Films About Dysfunctional Families of All-Time

Not many characters make movies that are as engaging as dysfunctional families. Broken families often make for memorable movies. Whether … More

“The Farewell” (2019) – Lulu Wang’s Fantastic Drama About Dysfunctional Families in China

Writer/Director: Lulu Wang Starring: Awkwafina, Tzi Ma and Diana Lin ‘Fantastic Family Drama’ It is always hard to come to … More

“Hereditary” (2018) – Ari Aster’s Haunting Horror Masterpiece About Dysfunctional Families

Writer/Director: Ari Aster Starring: Toni Collette, Milly Shapiro and Gabriel Byrne ‘A Terrifying Thriller’ Before I begin this review, I … More

“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Dysfunctional Families

Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always … More

“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – David O. Russell’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Broken Families

Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s … More

My Favourite Jack Nicholson Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood have earned recognition of Jack Nicholson. Following recognition during the 1970’s, Nicholson has become an … More

“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” (1975) – Jack Nicholson’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Mental Institutions

Director: Milos Forman Starring: Jack Nicholson, Louise Fletcher, Danny DeVito ‘Outstanding Masterpiece’ Not many films have stunned me over the … More

“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – Robert de Niro’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Mental Illness

Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s … More

“Heat” (1995) – Robert De Niro’s Captivating Crime Classic About Frightening Bank Robberies

Writer/Director: Michael Mann Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Val Kilmer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors that achieved fame … More

My Favourite Films of the 1970’s Ranked

Not many film decades produced movies as memorable as the 1970’s. A groundbreaking decade, it was an era that changed … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Paul Bettany’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“Apocalypse Now” (1979) – Marlon Brando’s Magnificent Masterpiece About the Vietnam War

Writer/Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Marlon Brando, Martin Sheen and Robert Duvall ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood which … More

My Favourite Harrison Ford Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood are as adored as Harrison Ford. Since the 1980’s, Ford has become an icon in … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Jennifer Connelly’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Russell Crowe’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“Lincoln” (2012) – Steven Spielberg’s Powerful Biopic About Abraham Lincoln

Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Tony Kushner (based on novel by Doris Kearns Goodwin)               … More

“The Terminal” (2004) – Steven Spielberg’s Captivating Classic About Airport Terminals

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Tom Hanks, Catherina Zeta-Jones and Stanley Tucci ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood are … More

My Favourite Jack Nicholson Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood have earned recognition of Jack Nicholson. Following recognition during the 1970’s, Nicholson has become an … More

“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” (1975) – Jack Nicholson’s Captivating Classic About Mental Institutions

Director: Milos Forman Starring: Jack Nicholson, Louise Fletcher, Danny DeVito ‘Outstanding Masterpiece’ Not many films have stunned me over the … More

“American Beauty” (1999) – Kevin Spacey’s Beautiful Classic About Dysfunctional American Families

Writer/Director: Sam Mendes Starring: Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening and Wes Bentley ‘A Beautiful Masterpiece’ Few celebrities in Hollywood have faced … More

“The Farewell” (2019) – Lulu Wang’s Fantastic Foreign Drama About Dysfunctional Chinese Families

Writer/Director: Lulu Wang Starring: Awkwafina, Tzi Ma and Diana Lin ‘Fantastic Family Drama’ It is always hard to come to … More

“Hereditary” (2018) – Ari Aster’s Haunting Horror Classic About Dysfunctional Families

Writer/Director: Ari Aster Starring: Toni Collette, Milly Shapiro and Gabriel Byrne ‘A Terrifying Thriller’ Before I begin this review, I … More

“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – David O. Russell’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Dysfunctional Families

Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s … More

“Monsoon Wedding” (2001) – Mira Nair’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Dysfunctional Families

Director: Mira Nair Writer: Sabrina Dhawan Starring: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey and Vijay Raaz ‘An Indian Masterpiece’ It is always … More

The Best Movies Ever Made About Dysfunctional Families Ranked

Not many characters make movies that are as engaging as dysfunctional families. Broken families often make for memorable movies. Whether … More

My Favourite Al Pacino Films of All-Time

Few actors in Hollywood that achieved fame several years ago are as beloved as Al Pacino. Ever since his rise … More

“Scent of a Woman” (1992) – Al Pacino’s Captivating Classic About Blindness

Director: Martin Brest Starring: Al Pacino, Chris O’Donnell and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Powerful Pacino Classic’ Blind people are rarely … More

“North by Northwest” (1959) – Alfred Hitchcock’s Captivating Spy Classic

Director: Alfred Hitchcock Writer: Ernest Lehman Starring: Cary Grant, Eva Marie Saint and Jessie Royce Landis ‘A Timeless Hitchcock Classic’ … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Ron Howard’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“The Incredibles 2” (2018) – Pixar’s Amazing Animated Superhero Family 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 Chris Pratt Films of All-Time

Not many actors have achieved appreciation of Chris Pratt. Since the 2000’s, Pratt has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s … More

“Zero Dark Thirty” (2012) – Chris Pratt’s Terrific Thriller About Terrorism

 Director: Kathryn Bigelow Writer: Mark Boal Starring: Jessica Chastain, Jason Clarke, and Kyle Chandler ‘Tense Terrorism Thriller’ From what I … More

“Love Actually” (2003) – Hugh Grant’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

“The Remains of the Day” (1993) – Hugh Grant’s Captivating Period Piece About Butlers

Director: James Ivory Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson and Christopher Reeves ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few books ever published about British … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Paul Bettany’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Jennifer Connelly’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

My Favourite Harrison Ford Films of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood are as adored as Harrison Ford. Since the 1980’s, Ford has become an icon in … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Russell Crowe’s Magnificent Masterpiece About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

My Favourite Ryan Gosling Movies of All-Time

Few actors have built a legacy as lasting as Ryan Gosling. Following stardom during the 1990’s, Gosling has become one … More

“Gangster Squad” (2013) – Ryan Gosling’s Disappointing Crime Drama About Gangs

Director: Ruben Fleischer Writer: Will Beall (based off novel by Paul Lieberman) Starring: Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, and Sean Penn … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Jennifer Connelly’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“The Incredibles 2” (2018) – Pixar’s Incredible Animated Superhero Family Sequel

Writer/Director: Brad Bird Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson ‘An Incredible Sequel’ When it comes to … More

Chris Pratt’s Greatest Movies Ranked

Not many actors have achieved appreciation of Chris Pratt. Since the 2000’s, Pratt has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s … More

“Spotlight” (2015) – Rachel McAdams’ Spectacular Masterpiece About a Real-Life Scandal

Writer/Director: Tom McCarthy Co-writer: Josh Singer Starring: Michael Keaton, Mark Ruffalo and Rachel McAdams ‘Filmmaking at its Finest’ It is … More

“About Time” (2013) – Rachel McAdams’ 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

My Favourite Julia Roberts Movies of All-Time

Few actresses in Hollywood are as beloved as Julia Roberts. Ever since the 1990’s, Roberts has become one of the … More

“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Julia Roberts’ Captivating Classic About Casino Heists

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

“News of the World” (2020) – Tom Hanks’ Wonderful Western About News

Writer/Director: Paul Greengrass Co-writer: Luke Davies (Based on Paulette Jiles’ book) Starring: Tom Hanks, Helena Zengel and Ray McKinnon ‘A … More

“Greyhound” (2020) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Naval Warfare Thriller

Director: Aaron Schneider Writer: Tom Hanks (based on book by C.S. Forester) Starring: Tom Hanks, Stephen Graham and Rob Morgan … More

“Captain Phillips” (2013) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Thriller About a Terrifying Hijacking

Director: Paul Greengrass Writer: Billy Ray Starring: Tom Hanks and Barkhad Abdi ‘Captivating Hijacking Thriller’ “Captain Phillips” is the most … More

“Cast Away” (2000) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Classic About Island Survival

Director: Robert Zemeckis Starring: Tom Hanks, Helen Hunt and Nick Searcy ‘A Captivating Survival Classic’ Imagine being stranded alone on … More

“A Man Called Otto” (2022) – Tom Hanks’ Amazing Drama About Aging Seniors

Director: Marc Foster Starring: Tom Hanks, Mariana Trevino, Truman Hanks                      … More

My Favourite Disability Films of All-Time

Not many genres have built a legacy as strong as disability. Since the 1970’s, the disability genre has produced unforgettable … More

“Scent of a Woman” (1992) – Martin Brest’s Captivating Classic About Blind Veterans

Director: Martin Brest Starring: Al Pacino, Chris O’Donnell and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Powerful Pacino Classic’ Blind people are rarely … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Ron Howard’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – David O. Russell’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Bipolar Disorder

Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s … More

“The Father” (2020) – Florian Zeller’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Dementia

Writer/Director: Florian Zeller Co-writer: Christopher Hampton Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Olivia Colman and Mark Gatiss ‘Powerful Dementia Drama’ Dementia is a … More

My Favourite Helena Bonham Carter Movies of All-Time

Not many actresses attract audiences to the theatre like Helena Bonham Carter. Since the 1990’s, Carter has become a feminist … More

“Ocean’s 8” (2018) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Fun Feminist Ocean’s Reboot

Writer/Director: Gary Ross Co-writer: Olivia Milch Starring: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett and Anne Hathaway ‘Enjoyable Entertainment’ When it comes to … More

“Da 5 Bloods” (2020) – Chadwick Boseman’s Extraordinary Vietnam War Epic

Writer/Director: Spike Lee  Co-writers: Danny Bilson, Paul De Meo and Kevin Willmott Starring: Delroy Lindo, Jonathan Majors and Clarke Peters … More

“Lincoln” (2012) – Steven Spielberg’s Brilliant Biopic About Abraham Lincoln

Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Tony Kushner (based on novel by Doris Kearns Goodwin)               … More

“The Terminal” (2004) – Steven Spielberg’s Captivating Classic About Airport Terminals

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Tom Hanks, Catherina Zeta-Jones and Stanley Tucci ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood are … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Paul Bettany’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’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

“Leaving Las Vegas” (1995) – Nicolas Cage’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Alcohol Addiction

Writer/Director: Mike Figgis Starring: Nicholas Cage, Elisabeth Shue and Julian Sands ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have the … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Jennifer Connelly’s Beautiful Biopic About a Legendary Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“Elysium” (2013) – Jodie Foster’s Underrated Science-fiction Blockbuster

Writer/Director: Neill Blomkamp Starring: Matt Damon, Jodie Foster and Sharlto Copley ‘Original Entertainment’ In a Summer that’s so far occupied … More

“The Silence of the Lambs” (1991) – Jodie Foster’s Spectacular Masterpiece About Frightening Serial Killers

Director: Jonathan Demme Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Jodie Foster and Ted Levine ‘A Serial Killer Masterpiece’ Few figures in popular culture … More

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Russell Crowe’s Magnificent Masterpiece About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“Judas and the Black Messiah” (2021) – Daniel Kaluuya’s Breathtaking Biopic About Black Political Leaders

Writer/Director: Shaka King Co-writer: Will Berson Starring: Daniel Kaluuya, LaKeith Stanfield and Jesse Plemons ‘Breathtaking Historical Biopic’ Racism has always … More

My Favourite Al Pacino Films of All-Time

Few actors in Hollywood that achieved fame several years ago are as beloved as Al Pacino. Ever since his rise … More

“Scent of a Woman” (1992) – Al Pacino’s Captivating Classic About Blind Veterans

Director: Martin Brest Starring: Al Pacino, Chris O’Donnell and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Powerful Pacino Classic’ Blind people are rarely … More

“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Dev Patel’s Beautiful Period Piece About Exotic Indian Hotels

Director: John Madden Writer: Ol Parker Starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith ‘A Charming Comedy’ Sometimes all a … More

“Scent of a Woman” (1992) – Martin Brest’s Captivating Classic About Blind War Veterans

Director: Martin Brest Starring: Al Pacino, Chris O’Donnell and Philip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Powerful Pacino Classic’ Blind people are rarely … More

“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – David O. Russell’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Bipolar Disorder

Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s … More

“The Father” (2020) – Florian Zeller’s Deeply Moving Masterpiece About Dementia

Writer/Director: Florian Zeller Co-writer: Christopher Hampton Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Olivia Colman and Mark Gatiss ‘Powerful Dementia Drama’ Dementia is a … More

The Greatest Disability Movies Ever Made Ranked

Not many genres have built a legacy as strong as disability. Since the 1970’s, the disability genre has produced unforgettable … More

“Rush” (2013) – Chris Hemsworth’s Captivating Masterpiece About Committed Race Car Drivers

Director: Ron Howard Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Daniel Bruhl and Olivia Wilde ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

“Lady Bird” (2017) – Timothee Chalamet’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf and Lucas Hedges ‘Captivating Drama’ There is no time in a person’s … More

“The Trial of the Chicago 7” (2020) – Michael Keaton’s Captivating Courtroom Drama

Writer/Director: Aaron Sorkin   Starring: Sacha Baron Cohen, Eddie Redmayne and Mark Rylance ‘Captivating Courtroom Drama’ Few court cases in American … More

“The Incredibles 2” (2018) – Pixar’s Incredible Animated Superhero Family Sequel

Writer/Director: Brad Bird Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson ‘An Incredible Sequel’ When it comes to … More

“Nightcrawler” (2014) – Riz Ahmed’s Captivating Crime Thriller

Writer/Director: Dan Gilroy Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Rene Russo and Riz Ahmed ‘Dazzling Directorial Debut’ A director’s first film is usually … More

“The Reluctant Fundamentalist” (2013) – Riz Ahmed’s Remarkable Thriller About Terrorism

Director: Mira Nair Writer: William Wheeler (based on Mohsin Hamid’s novel) Starring: Riz Ahmed, Kate Hudson and Liev Schreiber ‘Riveting … More

“Milk” (2008) – Gus Van Sant’s Moving Masterpiece About a Renowned Gay Activist

Writer/Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Sean Penn, Josh Brolin and James Franco ‘A Captivating Biopic’ Not many actors in Hollywood … 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

“American Hustle” (2013) – Amy Adams’ Captivating Classic About Clever Con-Artists

Writer/Director: David O. Russell Co-writer: Eric Warren Singer Starring: Christian Bale, Amy Adams and Bradley Cooper ‘Powerful Period Piece’ In … More

“News of the World” (2020) – Tom Hanks’ Wonderful Western About News Carriers

Writer/Director: Paul Greengrass Co-writer: Luke Davies (Based on Paulette Jiles’ book) Starring: Tom Hanks, Helena Zengel and Ray McKinnon ‘A … More

“Captain Phillips” (2013) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Classic About a Terrifying Hijacking

Director: Paul Greengrass Writer: Billy Ray Starring: Tom Hanks and Barkhad Abdi ‘Captivating Hijacking Thriller’ “Captain Phillips” is the most … More

“The Terminal” (2004) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Classic About Airports

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Tom Hanks, Catherina Zeta-Jones and Stanley Tucci ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood are … More

“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 … 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

“Red 2” (2013) – Anthony Hopkins’ Disappointing Sequel About Retired Spies

Director: Dean Parisot Writers: Jon and Erich Hoeber Starring: Bruce Willis, Mary-Louise Parker and John Malkovich ‘Forgettable Sequel’ By settling … More

“The Remains of the Day” (1993) – Anthony Hopkins’ Captivating Classic About Committed Butlers

Director: James Ivory Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson and Christopher Reeves ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few books ever published about British … More

“The Silence of the Lambs” (1991) – Anthony Hopkins’ Spectacular Serial Killer Masterpiece

Director: Jonathan Demme Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Jodie Foster and Ted Levine ‘A Serial Killer Masterpiece’ Few figures in popular culture … More

“The Father” (2020) – Anthony Hopkins’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Dementia

Writer/Director: Florian Zeller Co-writer: Christopher Hampton Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Olivia Colman and Mark Gatiss ‘Powerful Dementia Drama’ Dementia is a … More

“Da 5 Bloods” (2020) – Chadwick Boseman’s Extraordinary Epic About the Vietnam War

Writer/Director: Spike Lee  Co-writers: Danny Bilson, Paul De Meo and Kevin Willmott Starring: Delroy Lindo, Jonathan Majors and Clarke Peters … More

“Star Trek: Into Darkness” (2013) – Benedict Cumberbatch’s Superb Star Trek Sequel

Director: J.J. Abrams Writers: Roberto Orci, Alex Kurtzman and Damon Lindelof Starring: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto and Benedict Cumberbatch ‘Spectacular … More

“1917” (2019) – Benedict Cumberbatch’s Wonderful World War I Drama

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

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Jennifer Connelly’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … 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

“A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Russell Crowe’s Beautiful Biopic About a Misunderstood Mathematician

Writer/Director: Ron Howard Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany ‘Beautiful Biopic’ When it comes to the greatest mathematicians … More

“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Dev Patel’s Beautiful Period Piece About Exotic Indian Hotels

Director: John Madden Writer: Ol Parker Starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith ‘A Charming Comedy’ Sometimes all a … More

“Rush” (2013) – Chris Hemsworth’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Committed Formula 1 Race Drivers

Director: Ron Howard Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Daniel Bruhl and Olivia Wilde ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

“Milk” (2008) – Gus Van Sant’s Mesmerizing LGBTQ Masterpiece About a Renowned Gay Activist

Writer/Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Sean Penn, Josh Brolin and James Franco ‘A Captivating Biopic’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More

“Ocean’s 11” (2001) – Brad Pitt’s Captivating Classic About Casino Robberies

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

My Favourite Keira Knightley Movies of All-Time

Not many actresses have built a legacy as strong as Keira Knightley. Since the 1990’s, Knightley has become an icon. … More

“Official Secrets” (2019) – Keira Knightley’s Powerful Political Thriller About Government Secrets

Writer/Director: Gavin Hood Co-writers: Gregory and Sara Bernstein Starring: Keira Knightley, Matt Smith and Ralph Fiennes ‘A Tense Political Thriller’ … More

“Dead Poets Society” (1989) – Peter Weir’s Captivating Classic About Inspirational Poetry Professors

Director: Peter Weir Starring: Robin Williams, Ethan Hawke and Josh Charles ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have had … More

“Rocketman” (2019) – Bryce Dallas Howard’s Mesmerizing Musical Masterpiece About Elton John

Director: Dexter Fletcher Starring: Taron Egerton, Bryce Dallas Howard and Jamie Bell ‘A Marvellous Musical Biopic’ Not many actresses in … More

“Pieces of a Woman” (2020) – Shia LaBeouf’s Heartbreaking Drama About Homebirths

Director: Kornél Mundruczó Writer: Kata Webér Starring: Vanessa Kirby, Shia LaBeouf and Ellen Burstyn ‘Heartbreaking Homebirth Drama’ It is never … More

“The Farewell” (2019) – Awkwafina’s Fantastic Drama About Families in China

Writer/Director: Lulu Wang Starring: Awkwafina, Tzi Ma and Diana Lin ‘Fantastic Family Drama’ It is always hard to come to … More

My Favourite Anne Hathaway Movies of All-Time

Not many actresses are as beloved today as Anne Hathaway. Ever since the 2000’s, Hathaway has become a feminist icon. … More

“Ocean’s 8” (2018) – Anne Hathaway’s Fun Feminist Ocean’s Reboot

Writer/Director: Gary Ross Co-writer: Olivia Milch Starring: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett and Anne Hathaway ‘Enjoyable Entertainment’ When it comes to … More

“Americna Psycho” (2000) – Christian Bale’s Iconic Classic About Psychotic Killers

Writer/Director: Mary Harron Starring: Christian Bale, Jared Leto and Willem Dafoe ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood that rarely … More

“Ocean’s 8” (2018) – Cate Blanchett’s Captivating Oceans Reboot

Writer/Director: Gary Ross Co-writer: Olivia Milch Starring: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett and Anne Hathaway ‘Enjoyable Entertainment’ When it comes to … More

“A Few Good Men” (1992) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Courtroom Classic About Guantanamo Bay

Director: Rob Reiner Starring: Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson and Demi Moore ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood whose … More

“A Quiet Place: Part Two” (2021) – Emily Blunt’s Silently Spectacular Sequel

Writer/Director: John Krasinski Starring: Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds and Cillian Murphy ‘Spectacular Horror Sequel’ The hushed-up stories of deaf communities … More

“Looper” (2012) – Emily Blunt’s Terrific Blockbuster About Time Travel

Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Bruce Willis and Emily Blunt ‘Original Entertainment’ “Looper” is written and directed by Rian … More

“The Incredibles 2” (2018) – Pixar’s Incredible Animated Superhero Sequel

Writer/Director: Brad Bird Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson ‘An Incredible Sequel’ When it comes to … More

“Hereditary” (2018) – Toni Collette’s Haunting Horror Drama About Family Trauma

Writer/Director: Ari Aster Starring: Toni Collette, Milly Shapiro and Gabriel Byrne ‘A Terrifying Thriller’ Before I begin this review, I … More

“Green Book” (2018) – Viggo Mortensen’s Powerful Period Piece About Segregation

Writer/Director: Peter Farrelly Co-writers: Nick Vallelonga and Brian Hayes Currie Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali and Linda Cardellini ‘Powerful Period … More

“Eighth Grade” (2018) – Bo Burnham’s Phenomenal Portrait of Adolescence

Writer/Director: Bo Burnham Starring: Elsie Fisher, Josh Hamilton and Emily Robinson ‘Astonishing Drama’ Perhaps, no time in a person’s life … 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

“Lincoln” (2012) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Brilliant Historical Biopic About Abraham Lincoln

Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Tony Kushner (based on novel by Doris Kearns Goodwin)               … More

“Her” (2013) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Technology Addict Writers

Writer/Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson and Amy Adams ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ You rarely ever see movies that … More

“Rocketman” (2019) – Bryce Dallas Howard’s Mesmerizing Musical Masterpiece About Elton John

Director: Dexter Fletcher Starring: Taron Egerton, Bryce Dallas Howard and Jamie Bell ‘A Marvellous Musical Biopic’ Not many actresses in … 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

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

“There Will be Blood” (2007) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Greedy Oil Prospectors

Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Paul Dano and Ciaran Hinds ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood which … More

“Phantom Thread” (2017) – Daniel Day-Lewis’ Fantastic Period Piece About Fashion-Designers

Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Vicky Krieps and Lesley Manville ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world … More

“A Few Good Men” (1992) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Courtroom Classic

Director: Rob Reiner Starring: Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson and Demi Moore ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood whose … More

My Favourite Marriage Movies of All-Time

Not many genres engage audiences like a broken marriage. Stories of couples whose marriages face tragedy often make for memorable … More

“A Separation” (2011) – Asghar Farhadi’s Incredible Masterpiece About Marriage in Iran

Writer/Director: Asghar Farhadi Starring: Payman Maadi, Leila Hatami, and Sareh Bayat ‘Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Certain decisions are difficult to make. Especially … More

“Gangster Squad” (2013) – Josh Brolin’s Disappointing Crime Drama About Gangs

Director: Ruben Fleischer Writer: Will Beall (based off novel by Paul Lieberman) Starring: Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, and Sean Penn … More

“Milk” (2008) – Josh Brolin’s Mesmerizing Historical Masterpiece About Harvey Milk

Writer/Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Sean Penn, Josh Brolin and James Franco ‘A Captivating Biopic’ Not many actors in Hollywood … 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

“Maudie” (2017) – Ethan Hawke’s Captivating 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

“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

“Bad Education” (2019) – Hugh Jackman’s Captivating Satire About a Shocking Real-Life School Scandal

Director: Cory Finley Writer: Mike Makowsky (Based on article by Robert Kolker) Starring: Hugh Jackman, Allison Janney and Geraldine Viswanathan … More

“The Spectacular Now” (2013) – Brie Larson’s Spectacular Romantic Drama About Teenagers

Director: James Ponsoldt Writer: Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber Starring: Miles Teller, Shailene Woodley and Brie Larson ‘Spectacular Romantic … More

“Lady Bird” (2017) – Timothee Chalamet’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf and Lucas Hedges ‘Captivating Drama’ There is no time in a person’s … More

“The Big Sick” (2017) – Kumail Nanjiani’s Captivating Romantic Comedy About Pakistani Immigrants

Director: Michael Showalter Writers: Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon Starring: Kumail Nanjiani, Zoe Kazan and Holly Hunter ‘A Hilarious … More

My Favourite Films of 2016 Ranked

2016 was an exciting year to be a movie-goer. Whether it was old-fashioned musicals, heartbreaking dramas or science-fiction entertainment, it … More

“Oz: The Great and the Powerful” (2013) – Michelle Williams’ 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 … More

“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’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

“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

“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Dev Patel’s Beautiful Period Piece About Exotic Indian Hotels

Director: John Madden Writer: Ol Parker Starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith ‘A Charming Comedy’ Sometimes all a … More

“Rocketman” (2019) – Bryce Dallas Howard’s Marvellous Musical Masterpiece About Elton John

Director: Dexter Fletcher Starring: Taron Egerton, Bryce Dallas Howard and Jamie Bell ‘A Marvellous Musical Biopic’ Not many actresses in … More

“A Separation” (2011) – Asghar Farhadi’s Incredible Iranian Masterpiece About Broken Marriages

Writer/Director: Asghar Farhadi Starring: Payman Maadi, Leila Hatami, and Sareh Bayat ‘Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Certain decisions are difficult to make. Especially … More

The Best Films Ever Made About Marriage Ranked

Not many genres engage audiences like a broken marriage. Stories of couples whose marriages face tragedy often make for memorable … More

“Gangster Squad” (2013) – Josh Brolin’s Disappointing Crime Drama About Gangsters

Director: Ruben Fleischer Writer: Will Beall (based off novel by Paul Lieberman) Starring: Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, and Sean Penn … More

“Milk” (2008) – Josh Brolin’s Marvellous Historical Masterpiece About Harvey Milk

Writer/Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Sean Penn, Josh Brolin and James Franco ‘A Captivating Biopic’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More

“Rocketman” (2019) – Bryce Dallas Howard’s Marvellous Musical Masterpiece About Elton John

Director: Dexter Fletcher Starring: Taron Egerton, Bryce Dallas Howard and Jamie Bell ‘A Marvellous Musical Biopic’ Not many actresses in … More

“American Hustle” (2013) – Amy Adams’ Captivating Period Con-Artists 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

“About Time” (2013) – Rachel McAdams’ 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

“Spotlight” (2015) – Rachel McAdams’ Spectacular Masterpiece About a Real-Life 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 Tilda Swinton Movies 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

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 Spectacular Now” (2013) – Brie Larson’s Spectacular Romantic Drama About Teenagers

Director: James Ponsoldt Writer: Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber Starring: Miles Teller, Shailene Woodley and Brie Larson ‘Spectacular Romantic … More

“The Menu” (2022) – Nicholas Hoult’s Captivating Social Satire About Corrupt Chefs

Director: Mark Mylod Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy and Nicholas Hoult ‘A Captivating Satire’ Not many actors in Hollywood are … More

“Love Actually” (2003) – Hugh Grant’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

“The Remains of the Day” (1993) – Hugh Grant’s Captivating Classic About English Butlers

Director: James Ivory Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson and Christopher Reeves ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few books ever published about British … More

“Elysium” (2013) – Matt Damon’s Underrated Science-fiction Blockbuster

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 Classic About Casino Heists

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 Adaptation of a Celebrated Book

Director: Ang Lee Writer: David Magee (based off novel by Yann Martel) Starring: Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Tabu ‘Beautiful Book … More

“The Incredibles 2” (2018) – Pixar’s Incredible Animated Superhero Family Sequel

Writer/Director: Brad Bird Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson ‘An Incredible Sequel’ When it comes to … 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 Real-Life 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

“Jobs” (2013) – J.K. Simmons’ Brilliant Business Biopic About Steve Jobs

Director: Joshua Michael Stern Writer: Matt Whiteley Starring: Ashton Kutcher, Josh Gad and J.K. Simmons ‘Brilliant Business Biopic’ One of … More

“Up in the Air” (2009) – J.K. Simmons’ Uplifting Drama About 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