“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Kenneth Branagh’s Magnificent Marilyn Monroe Biopic

Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by … More

“The Pianist” (2002) – Adrien Brody’s Haunting Historical Masterpiece About Holocaust Survival

Director: Roman Polanski Starring: Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann and Frank Finlay ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ The Holocaust is a sensitive subject … More

“Titanic” (1997) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Timeless Classic About a Catastrophic Shipwreck

Writer/Director: James Cameron Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet and Kathy Bates ‘A Timeless Classic’ Few events in the history of … More

“Dead Poets Society” (1989) – Robin Williams’ 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

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Emilio Estevez’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teenagers

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

“American Beauty” (1999) – Sam Mendes’ Beautiful Masterpiece About Depressed American Families

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

“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” (2004) – Michel Gondry’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Depressed Lovers

Director: Michel Gondry Starring: Kate Winslet, Jim Carrey and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have the … More

“The Hours” (2002) – Stephen Daldry’s Deeply Moving Drama About Depressed Women

Director: Stephen Daldry Starring: Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore and Meryl Streep ‘Deeply Moving Drama’ “The Hours” is directed by Stephen … More

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

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

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Depressed Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

“Her” (2013) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Depressed Technology Addicts

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

“Ordinary People” (1980) – Robert Redford’s Extraordinary Drama About Depressed Families

Director: Robert Redford Starring: Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, Timothy Hutton ‘Extraordinary Family Drama’ “Ordinary People” is directed by Robert … More

The Best Movies Made About Depression Ranked

Not many genres have gained appreciation of depression. Since the 1970’s, depressed people have often made for memorable movies. Whether … More

“2 Guns” (2013) – Mark Wahlberg’s Disastrous Action Comedy About Gangsters

Director: Baltasar Kormakur Writer: Blake Masters (based on graphic novels by Steve Grant) Starring: Denzel Washington, Mark Wahlberg, and Paula … More

“The Fighter” (2010) – Mark Wahlberg’s Captivating Sports Classic About Boxing Brothers

Director: David O. Russell Starring: Christian Bale, Mark Wahlberg and Amy Adams ‘A Breathtaking Biopic’ When it comes to the … More

“The Lovely Bones” (2009) – Mark Wahlberg’s Captivating Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Child Abduction

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Stanley Tucci and Mark Wahlberg ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved … More

“The Departed” (2006) – Mark Wahlberg’s Captivating Crime Classic About Corrupt Undercover Cops

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals … More

“Boogie Nights” (1997) – Mark Wahlberg’s Magnificent 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

Mark Wahlberg’s Greatest Movies Ranked

Not many actors have achieved appreciation of Mark Wahlberg. Since the 1990’s, Wahlberg has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s … More

“The Green Knight” (2021) – Dev Patel’s Mesmerizing Medieval Epic

Writer/Director: David Lowery Starring: Dev Patel, Alicia Vikander and Joel Edgerton ‘Mesmerizing Medieval Epic’  Racial representation is seldom seen in … More

“Lion” (2016) – Dev Patel’s Inspiring Drama About Orphans in India

Director: Garth Davis Writer: Luke Davies (based on novel by Saroo Brierley) Starring: Dev Patel, Nicole Kidman and Rooney Mara … 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

“Slumdog Millionaire” (2008) – Dev Patel’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Millionaires

Director: Danny Boyle Starring: Dev Patel, Frieda Pinto and Irrfan Khan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few countries across the world are … More

“Taare Zameen Par” (2007) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Intellectual Disabilities

Director: Aamir Khan Starring: Aamir Khan, Darsheel Safary and Vipin Sharma ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Few actors in Bollywood are as … More

My Favourite Ralph Fiennes Films of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood are as beloved as Ralph Fiennes. Since the 1990’s, Fiennes has become an icon. Whether … More

“Conclave” (2024) – Ralph Fiennes’ Remarkable Oscar-Nominated Drama About Religious Doubts

Director: Edward Berger Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and John Lithgow ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Religion is a sensitive subject that’s … More

“The Menu” (2022) – Ralph Fiennes’ Captivating Satire 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

“No Time to Die” (2021) – Ralph Fiennes’ Fantastic James Bond Farewell

Writer/Director: Cary Fukunaga Starring: Daniel Craig, Lashana Lynch and Rami Malek ‘Satisfying Swansong’ Brawny beauties are seldom rewarded licenses to … More

“Skyfall” (2012) – Ralph Fiennes’ Superb James Bond Sequel

Director: Sam Mendes Writers: Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, and John Logan Starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes ‘Brilliant Bond … More

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” (2011) – Ralph Fiennes’ Fantastic Harry Potter Finale

Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ Few characters in English literature are as beloved … More

“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (2005) – Ralph Fiennes’ Darkest Harry Potter Adaptation

Director: Mike Newell Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” is … More

“Schindler’s List” (1993) -Ralph Fiennes’ Haunting Holocaust Masterpiece

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes and Sir Ben Kingsley ‘A Magnificent Holocaust Masterpiece’ The Holocaust is a … More

“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” (2007) – Ralph Fiennes’ Spellbinding Harry Potter Adaptation

Writer/Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint ‘A Magnificfent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about magical … More

“The Power of the Dog” (2021) – Kirsten Dunst’s Powerful Western About Cruel Ranchers

Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Kirsten Dunst and Kodi Smit-McPhee ‘Wonderful Western’ It’s hard to forgive a genre in … More

“Hidden Figures” (2016) – Kirsten Dunst’s Brilliant NASA Historical Biopic

Director: Theodore Melfi Writer: Allison Schroeder (based off novel by Margot Lee Shetterly) Starring: Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer and … More

“Marie Antoinette” (2006) – Kirsten Dunst’s Magnificent Period Piece About Marie Antoinette

Writer/Director: Sofia Coppola Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Jason Schwartzman and Rose Byrne ‘A Magnificent Period Piece’ Few actresses in Hollywood are … More

“Spider-Man” (2002) – Kirsten Dunst’s Captivating Spider-Man Comic-Book Classic

Director: Sam Raimi Starring: Tobey Maguire, James Franco and Willem Dafoe ‘A Comic-Book Classic’ Few superheroes whose great powers come … More

“Spider-Man 2” (2004) – Kirsten Dunst’s Magnificent Spider-Man Masterpiece

Director: Sam Raimi Writer: Alvin Sargent Starring: Tobey Maguire, Kristen Dunst and Alfred Molina ‘A Spectacular Sequel’ Sequels rarely live … More

“Spider-Man 3” (2007) – Kirsten Dunst’s Worst Spider-Man Sequel

Writer/Director: Sam Raimi Starring: Tobey Maguire, Kristen Dunst and James Franco ‘A Misunderstood Classic’ Few superheroes in pop culture 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

“Oppenheimer” (2023) – Matt Damon’s Outstanding Oscar-Winner About Oppenheimer

Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr., Emily Blunt                   … More

“Air” (2023) – Matt Damon’s Brilliant Business Biopic About Nike

Director: Ben Affleck Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Viola Davis                     … More

“The Last Duel” (2021) – Matt Damon’s Mesmerizing Medieval Epic

Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Jodie Comer, Matt Damon and Adam Driver       ‘Mesmerizing Medieval Epic’  Testimonies of bravehearted women … More

“Elysium” (2013) – Matt Damon’s Underrated Sci-fi Classic

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

“The Talented Mr. Ripley” (1999) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Crime Classic About Talented Con-Artists

Writer/Director: Anthony Minghella Starring: Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood that … More

“Saving Private Ryan” (1998) – Matt Damon’s Magnificent World War II Masterpiece

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Edward Burns ‘Wonderful War Epic’ Few filmmakers in the world are as … More

“Good Will Hunting” (1997) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Classic About Inspirational Therapists

Director: Gus Van Sant Starring: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Robin Williams ‘A Timeless Classic’ Teachers are powerful figures that shape … More

“The Departed” (2006) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Crime Classic About Cruel Mobsters

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals … 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

“Independence Day” (1996) – Will Smith’s Captivating Alien Invasion Blockbuster

Writer/Director: Roland Emmerich Starring: Will Smith, Bill Pullman and Jeff Goldblum ‘A Breathtaking Blockbuster’ Few movie-stars with a strong will … More

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

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

“Kal Ho Naa Ho” (2003) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Captivating Bollywood Classic About Terminal Illness

Director: Nikkhil Advani Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta and Saif Ali Khan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Bollywood … More

“A Real Pain” (2024) – Jesse Eisenberg’s Powerful Masterpiece About Painful Bonds Between Cousins

Writer/Director: Jesse Eisenberg Starring: Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Cousins play crucial roles in families. Everyone can … More

“Adaptation” (2002) – Tilda Swinton’s Captivating Classic About Depressed Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Ally Sheedy’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

My Favourite Films About Aliens of All-Time Ranked

Not many creatures attract audiences to theatres like aliens. Since the 1970’s, the genre has produced unforgettable movies. Whether it’s … More

“Avatar: The Way of Water” (2021) – James Cameron’s Awe-Inspiring Avatar Aliens Sequel

Writer/Director: James Cameron Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver                     … More

“Edge of Tomorrow” (2014) – Doug Liman’s Terrific Time Travel Blockbuster

Director: Doug Liman Writers: Christopher McQuarrie and Jez Butterworth Starring: Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt and Bill Paxton ‘A Mind-Bending Marvel’ … More

“The Shape of Water” (2017) – Guillermo Del Toro’s Fantastic Fantasy Epic About Romantic Aliens

Writer/Director: Guillermo Del Toro Co-writer: Vanessa Taylor Starring: Sally Hawkins, Octavia Spencer and Michael Shannon ‘Spellbinding Epic’ So far, 2017 … More

“Superman” (1978) – Richard Donner’s Captivating Superman Comic-Book Classic

Director: Richard Donner Starring: Christopher Reeves, Marlon Brando and Gene Hackman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few superheroes in the world have … More

“Independence Day” (1996) – Roland Emmerich’s Captivating Alien Invasion Blockbuster

Writer/Director: Roland Emmerich Starring: Will Smith, Bill Pullman and Jeff Goldblum ‘A Breathtaking Blockbuster’ Few movie-stars with a strong will … More

“Contact” (1997) – Robert Zemeckis’ Captivating Science-fiction Classic About Extra-terrestrial Contact

Director: Robert Zemeckis Starring: Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey and James Woods ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have made … More

“Arrival” (2016) – Denis Villeneuve’s Captivating Science-fiction Classic About Alien Invasions

Director: Denis Villeneuve Writer: Eric Heisserer (based on short story) Starring: Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker ‘Spellbinding Science-Fiction’ … More

“Alien” (1979) – Ridley Scott’s Captivating Science-fiction Classic About Frightening Aliens

Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerrit and Veronice Cartwright ‘A Spectacular Sci-fi Classic’ Aliens are creepy creatures which … More

“E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” (1982) – My Favourite Alien Film of All-Time

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Dee Wallace, Henry Thomas and Peter Coyote ‘A Timeless Classic’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood are as … More

My Favourite Martin Sheen Movies of All-Time

Not many actors have made movies that demand to be seen like Martin Sheen. Since the 1970’s, Sheen has become … More

“Judas and the Black Messiah” (2021) – Martin Sheen’s Powerful Biopic About an African-American Leader

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

“The Amazing Spider-Man 2” (2014) – Martin Sheen’s Disappointing Spider-Man Sequel

Director: Marc Webb Writers: Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci and Jeff Pinkner Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Jamie Foxx ‘A … More

“The Amazing Spider-Man” (2012) – Martin Sheen’s Amazing Spider-Man Reboot

Director: Marc Webb Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Sally Field ‘Spectacular Reboot’ “The Amazing Spider-Man” is directed by Marc … More

“The Departed” (2006) – Martin Sheen’s Captivating Crime Classic

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals … More

“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Martin Sheen’s Captivating Classic About Clever Con-Artists

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood … More

“Apocalypse Now” (1979) – Martin Sheen’s Meaningful 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

“Dead Poets Society” (1989) – Ethan Hawke’s Captivating Classic About Inspirational Teachers

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

My Favourite Meryl Streep Movies of All-Time

Few actresses keep audiences entertained like Meryl Streep. Since the 1980’s, Streep has become an icon in the film industry. … More

“Little Women” (2019) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Strong Women

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

“Julie & Julia” (2009) – Meryl Streep’s Captivating Drama About Passion for Cooking

Writer/Director: Nora Ephron Starring: Meryl Streep, Amy Adams and Stanley Tucci ‘A Magnificent Cooking Drama’ Few actresses in Hollywood have … More

“The Hours” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Deeply Moving Drama About Depressed Women

Director: Stephen Daldry Starring: Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore and Meryl Streep ‘Deeply Moving Drama’ “The Hours” is directed by Stephen … More

“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Writers

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

“The Devil Wears Prada” (2006) – Meryl Streep’s Dazzling Drama About Devilish Fashion-Designers

Director: David Frankel Starring: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Stanley Tucci ‘A Dazzling Drama’ Few actresses in Hollywood have the … More

My Favourite Daniel Craig Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood are as celebrated as Daniel Craig. Since the 1990’s, Craig has become a British icon. … More

“No Time to Die” (2021) – Daniel Craig’s Fantastic Feminist James Bond Farewell

Writer/Director: Cary Fukunaga Starring: Daniel Craig, Lashana Lynch and Rami Malek ‘Satisfying Swansong’ Brawny beauties are seldom rewarded licenses to … More

“Knives Out” (2019) – Daniel Craig’s Magnificent Murder Mystery Classic

Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas and Chris Pine ‘A Magnificent Murder Mystery’ Murder mysteries are a … More

“Skyfall” (2012) – Daniel Craig’s Spectacular James Bond Sequel

Director: Sam Mendes Writers: Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, and John Logan Starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes ‘Brilliant Bond … More

“The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” (2011) – Daniel Craig’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Mystery Book

Director: David Fincher Starring: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara and Christopher Plummer ‘A Marvellous Mystery’ Few actresses in Hollywood attract audiences … More

“Casino Royale” (2006) – Daniel Craig’s Magnificent James Bond Masterpiece

Director: Martin Campbell Starring: Daniel Craig, Eva Green and Mads Mikkelsen ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few characters in cinematic history have … More

My Favourite Robert Pattinson Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood have earned appreciation of Robert Pattinson. Since the 2000’s, Pattinson has become an icon. Whether … More

“The Batman” (2022) – Robert Pattinson’s Breathtaking Batman Comic-Book Classic

Director: Matt Reeves Starring: Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz and Paul Dano ‘A Breathtaking Blockbuster’ Few actors in Hollywood gained recognition … 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 Torturous Twilight Franchise Finale

Director: Bill Condon Writers: Melissa Rosenberg (based on novel by Stephenie Meyer) Starring: Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner ‘Disappointing … More

“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (2005) – Robert Pattinson’s Powerful Harry Potter Adaptation

Director: Mike Newell Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” is … More

“Adaptation” (2002) – Tilda Swinton’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Emilio Estevez’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

“Norma Rae” (1979) – Sally Field’s Captivating Classic About Feminist Union Workers

Director: Martin Ritt Starring: Sally Field, Beau Bridges and Ron Liebman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have made … More

My Favourite Donald Sutherland Films of All-Time

Not many actors were as beloved as Donald Sutherland. Since the 1970’s, Sutherland became an icon. Whether it’s grief-stricken fathers, … More

“The Hunger Games” (2012) – Donald Sutherland’s Amazing Adaptation of a Beloved Book About Teenagers

Director: Gary Ross Starring: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth ‘Astonishing Adaptation’ “The Hunger Games” is directed by Gary Ross. … More

“Ordinary People” (1980) – Donald Sutherland’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Grieving Families

Director: Robert Redford Starring: Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, Timothy Hutton ‘Extraordinary Family Drama’ “Ordinary People” is directed by Robert … More

“Invasion of the Body Snatchers” (1978) – Donald Sutherland’s Captivating Horror Classic About Doppelgangers

Director: Phillip Kaufmann Starring: Donald Sutherland, Brooke Adams and Leonard Nimoy ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood created a … More

My Favourite Films About Writers of All-Time

Not many figures attract audiences to theatres like writers. Since the 1990’s, movies about writers have earned a huge audience. … More

“Mank” (2020) – David Fincher’s Powerful Period Piece About Hollywood Screenwriters

Director: David Fincher Writer: Jack Fincher  Starring: Gary Oldman, Amanda Seyfried and Lily Collins ‘Filmmaking at its Finest’ When discussing … More

“The Hours” (2002) – Stephen Daldry’s Moving Drama About Depressed Female Writers

Director: Stephen Daldry Starring: Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore and Meryl Streep ‘Deeply Moving Drama’ “The Hours” is directed by Stephen … 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

“Almost Famous” (2000) – Cameron Crowe’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Rock Music Writers

Writer/Director: Cameron Crowe Starring: Frances McDormand, Billy Crudup and Kate Hudson ‘A Famous Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved … More

“Little Women” (2019) – Greta Gerwig’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Book About Female Writers

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … 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

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

“The Shining” (1980) – My Favourite Film About Writers of All-Time

Writer/Director: Stanley Kubrick Starring: Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall and Danny Lloyd ‘A Shining Horror Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review, … More

“The Dark Knight Rises” (2012) – Christopher Nolan’s Captivating Batman Comic-Book Finale

Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Gary Oldman and Anne Hathaway ‘Fantastic Batman Finale’ “The Dark Knight Rises” is written … More

“The Dark Knight” (2008) – Christopher Nolan’s Captivating Batman Comic-Book Classic

Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger and Aaron Eckhart ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few superheroes have earned a fan … More

“Batman Begins” (2005) – Christopher Nolan’s Breathtaking Batman Beginning Blockbuster

Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson ‘Breathtaking Blockbuster’ “Batman Begins” is directed by Christopher Nolan. Its … More

“Moulin Rouge” (2001) – Nicole Kidman’s Meaningful Musical Masterpiece About Doomed Lovers

Writer/Director: Baz Luhrmann Starring: Nicole Kidman, Ewan McGregor and John Leguizamo ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Kenneth Branagh’s Magnificent Marilyn Monroe Biopic

Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by … More

“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Captivating Classic about Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

My Favourite Steven Spielberg Movies of All-Time

Few filmmakers in Hollywood have earned recognition of Steven Spielberg. Since the 1990’s, Spielberg has become an icon. Whether it’s … More

“The Fabelmans” (2022) – Steven Spielberg’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Filmmakers

Writer/Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Gabriel LaBelle, Michelle Williams, Paul Dano                     … More

“West Side Story” (2021) – Steven Spielberg’s Captivating Remake of a Celebrated Musical

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler and Rita Moreno       ‘Maria-velous Musical’ Latino-American communities scarcely orchestrate … More

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

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

“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Steven Spielberg’s Captivating Con-Artist Classic

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood … 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

“Saving Private Ryan” (1998) – Steven Spielberg’s Magnificent Masterpiece About World War II

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Edward Burns ‘Wonderful War Epic’ Few filmmakers in the world are as … More

“Schindler’s List” (1993) – Steven Spielberg’s Haunting Historical Holocaust Masterpiece

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes and Sir Ben Kingsley ‘A Magnificent Holocaust Masterpiece’ The Holocaust is a … More

“Jurassic Park” (1993) – Steven Spielberg’s Captivating Classic About Frightening Dinosaurs

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Richard Attenborough ‘A Dazzling Dinosaur Classic’ Dinosaurs are terrifying creatures which … More

“The Colour Purple” (1985) – Steven Spielberg’s Magnificent Literature Masterpiece

Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Menno Meyjes (based off novel by Alice Walker) Starring: Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, and Oprah Winfrey … More

“Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” (1984) – Steven Spielberg’s Captivating Indiana Jones Sequel

Director: Steven Spielberg Writers: Willard Huck and Gloria Katz Starring: Harrison Ford, Jonathan Ke Quan, Amrish Puri ‘Spectacular Sequel’ “Indiana … More

“E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” (1982) – Steven Spielberg’s Captivating Aliens Classic

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Dee Wallace, Henry Thomas and Peter Coyote ‘A Timeless Classic’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood are as … More

“Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark” (1981) – Steven Spielberg’s Incredible Indiana Jones Classic

Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Lawrence Kasdan Starring: Harrison Ford, Karen Allen, Paul Freeman ‘Timeless Classic’ “Indiana Jones and the Raiders … More

“Jaws” (1975) – Steven Spielberg’s Jaw-Dropping Horror Classic

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw and Richard Dreyfuss ‘A Jaw-Dropping Horror Classic’ Sharks are scary creatures that … More

“The Terminal” (2004) – Steven Spielberg’s Captivating Comedy 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 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

“The Fall Guy” (2024) – Ryan Gosling’s Captivating Comedy About Forgotten Stuntmen

Director: David Leitch Starring: Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt, Aaron Taylor-Johnson                      … More

“The Nice Guys” (2016) – Ryan Gosling’s Captivating Crime Comedy about Nice Detectives

Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice ‘Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood have built a career … More

“La La Land” (2016) – Ryan Gosling’s Magnificent Musical Masterpiece About Los Angeles

Writer/Director: Damien Chazelle Starring: Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone and J.K. Simmons ‘A Musical Masterpiece’ Before I begin this review, I … More

“The Place Beyond the Pines” (2013) – Ryan Gosling’s Great Masterpiece about Fatherhood

Writer/Director: Derek Cianfrance Co-writers: Ben Coccio and Darius Marder Starring: Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes and Bradley Cooper ‘A Multi-Generational Masterpiece’ … More

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

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

“Blue Valentine” (2010) – Ryan Gosling’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Broken Marriages

Writer/Director: Derek Cianfrance Starring: Ryan Gosling, Michelle Williams and John Doman ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ It takes courage to come to … More

“The Notebook” (2004) – Ryan Gosling’s Remarkable Romantic Period Piece

Director: Nick Cassavetes Starring: Ryan Gosling, Rachel McAdams and James Garner ‘A Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Few actors in Hollywood have … More

My Favourite Clint Eastwood Movies of All-Time

Few actors in Hollywood are as beloved as Clint Eastwood. Ever since the 1950’s, Eastwood has become an icon. Whether … More

“Juror #2” (2024) – Clint Eastwood’s Captivating Courtroom Drama About Guilt-Ridden Jurors

Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Nicholas Hoult, J.K. Simmons and Toni Collette ‘A Captivating Courtroom Classic’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood are … More

“Richard Jewell” (2019) – Clint Eastwood’s Riveting Drama 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

“Gran Torino” (2008) – Clint Eastwood’s Captivating Classic about Grumpy War Veterans

Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Clint Eastwood, Bee Vang and Ahney Har ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood are as … More

“Unforgiven” (1992) – Clint Eastwood’s Unforgettable Western About Unforgiven Outlaws

Director: Clint Eastwood Starring; Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman and Morgan Freeman ‘A Wonderful Western’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood are as … More

“The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” (1967) – Clint Eastwood’s Spectacular Spaghetti Western Classic

Director: Sergio Leone Starring: Clint Eastwood, Eli Wallach and Lee Van Cleef ‘A Wonderful Western’ “It’s not a joke, it’s … More

“Million Dollar Baby” (2004) – Clint Eastwood’s Magnificent Million Dollar Masterpiece About Boxing

Director: Clint Eastwood Starring: Clint Eastwood, Morgan Freeman, Hilary Swank ‘Spectacular Drama’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood have built a career … More

“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Eddie Redmayne’s Magnificent Marilyn Monroe Biopic

Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by … More

“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Depressed Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Judd Nelson’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

“Titanic” (1997) – Kate Winslet’s Timeless Classic About a Catastrophic Shipwreck

Writer/Director: James Cameron Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet and Kathy Bates ‘A Timeless Classic’ Few events in the history of … More

“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” (2004) – Kate Winslet’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Memory Loss

Director: Michel Gondry Starring: Kate Winslet, Jim Carrey and Mark Ruffalo ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have the … More

My Favourite Jake Gyllenhaal Movies of All-Time Ranked

Few actors in Hollywood enthral audiences like Jake Gyllenhaal. Ever since the 1980’s, Gyllenhaal has become an icon. Whether its … More

“Southpaw” (2015) – Jake Gyllenhaal’s Breathtaking Boxing Drama

Director: Antoine Fuqua Writer: Kurt Sutter Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Rachel McAdams and Forest Whitaker ‘Breathtaking Boxing Drama’ Is it just … More

“Nightcrawler” (2014) – Jake Gyllenhaal’s Captivating Crime Thriller About News Media

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

“Source Code” (2011) – Jake Gyllenhaal’s Captivating Science-fiction Classic

Director: Duncan Jones Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Michelle Monaghan, Vera Farmiga ‘Spectacular Science-Fiction’ Over the past decade, the sci-fi genre has … 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

My Favourite Keira Knightley Films 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

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

“Love Actually” (2003) – Keira Knightley’s Captivating Christmas Classic About Lovers

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

“Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” (2003) – Keira Knightley’s Captivating Pirates Adventure Classic

Director: Gore Verbinski Starring: Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush and Keira Knightley ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood have had … More

My Favourite Peter Jackson Movies of All-Time

Few filmmakers have earned appreciation of Peter Jackson. Since the 1990’s, Jackson has become a legendary icon. Whether it’s ring-bearers, … More

“The Lovely Bones” (2009) – Peter Jackson’s Fantastic Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Abductions

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Stanley Tucci and Mark Wahlberg ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved … More

“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” (2013) – Peter Jackson’s Superb Hobbit Fantasy Sequel

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Co-writers: Fran Walsh, Phillipa Boyens and Guillermo Del Toro Starring: Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, and Richard Armitage … More

“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” (2012) – Peter Jackson’s Fantastic Lord of the Rings Prequel

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Co-Writers: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, and Guillermo del Toro (based off book by J.R.R. Tolkien) Starring: Martin Freeman, Ian … More

“The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers” (2002) – Peter Jackson’s Towering Lord of the Rings Sequel

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis and Viggo Mortensen ‘A Towering Sequel’ Few books ever written about precious … More

“The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” (2001) – Peter Jackson’s Fantastic Lord of the Rings Introduction

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen and Viggo Mortensen ‘A Fantasy Masterpiece’ When it comes to the greatest … More

“The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” (2003) – Peter Jackson’s Fantastic Lord of the Rings Farewell

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis and Sean Astin ‘A Fantastic Finale’ When it comes to the greatest … More

“Dil Chahta Hai” (2001) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Long-Lasting Friendships

Writer/Director: Farhan Akhtar Starring: Aamir Khan, Akshaye Khanna and Saif Ali Khan ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Friendships are fragile relationships which … More

“Wicked” (2024) – Cynthia Erivo’s Wickedly Wonderful Oscar-Nominated Wizard of Oz Musical

Director: John M. Chu Starring: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey ‘A Wonderful Musical’ When it comes to the … More

“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Michelle Williams’ Magnificent Marilyn Monroe Biopic

Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by … More

“Adaptation” (2002) – Meryl Streep’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Anthony Michael Hall’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

“The Pianist” (2002) – Adrien Brody’s Haunting Historical Holocaust Masterpiece

Director: Roman Polanski Starring: Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann and Frank Finlay ‘A Haunting Masterpiece’ The Holocaust is a sensitive subject … 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

“A Man Called Otto” (2020) – 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

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 Ship Hijacking Thriller

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 Comedy 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

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

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

“Saving Private Ryan” (1998) – Tom Hanks’ Magnificent World War II Masterpiece

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Edward Burns ‘Wonderful War Epic’ Few filmmakers in the world are as … More

“Forrest Gump” (1994) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Classic About Childhood Memories

Director: Robert Zemeckis Writer: Eric Roth (based on the book) Starring: Tom Hanks, Robin Wright and Sally Field ‘A Captivating … More

“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Classic About Clever Con-Artists

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood … More

My Favourite Nicolas Cage Movies of All-Time

Few actors in Hollywood engage audiences like Nicolas Cage. Ever since the 1980’s, Cage has become one of the greatest … More

“Pig” (2021) – Nicolas Cage’s Captivating Classic About Vengeful Chefs

Writer/Director: Michael Sarnoski Starring: Nicolas Cage, Alex Wolff and Adam Arkin ‘Riveting Revenge Thriller’ Few movie-stars in Hollywood once regarded … 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

“Adaptation” (2002) – Nicolas Cage’s Captivating Classic About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

My Favourite Leonardo DiCaprio Films of All-Time

Few actors in Hollywood that achieved fame years ago are as beloved as Leonardo DiCaprio. Ever since his stardom in … More

“Killers of the Flower Moon” (2023) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Aboriginal Tribes

Writer/Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Lily Gladstone, Robert De Niro                                    … More

“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Leonardo DiCaprio’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

“The Revenant” (2015) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Survival

Director: Alejandro G. Inarritu Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy and Domnhall Gleeson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have … More

“The Wolf of Wall Street” (2013) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Magnificent Wall Street Masterpiece

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill and Margot Robbie ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ When it comes to the most … More

“Django Unchained” (2012) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Spectacular Slavery Western

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio ‘A Bloody Great Time’ You don’t always see long movies … More

“Shutter Island” (2010) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Mental Health

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Ruffalo and Sir Ben Kingsley ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood that … More

“The Departed” (2006) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Captivating Crime Classic

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals … More

“Blood Diamond” (2006) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Diamond Smugglers

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

“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Captivating Con-Artist Classic

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood … More

“Titanic” (1997) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Timeless Classic About a Catastrophic Shipwreck

Writer/Director: James Cameron Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet and Kathy Bates ‘A Timeless Classic’ Few events in the history of … More

“Gangs of New York” (2002) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Great Period Piece About Gangs

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Daniel Day-Lewis, Cameron Diaz ‘Powerful Period Piece’ “Gangs of New York” is directed by … More

“Taare Zameen Par” (2007) – Aamir Khan’s Moving Indian Masterpiece About Intellectual Disabilities

Director: Aamir Khan Starring: Aamir Khan, Darsheel Safary and Vipin Sharma ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Few actors in Bollywood are as … More

“Conclave” (2024) – Ralph Fiennes’ Remarkable Oscar-Nominated Drama About Religious Doubts

Director: Edward Berger Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and John Lithgow ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Religion is a sensitive subject that’s … More

“The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” (2011) – Daniel Craig’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Mystery Book

Director: David Fincher Starring: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara and Christopher Plummer ‘A Marvellous Mystery’ Few actresses in Hollywood attract audiences … More

“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Kenneth Branagh’s Magnificent Marilyn Monroe Biopic

Director: Simon Curtis Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh ‘Magnificent Monroe Biopic’ “My Week with Marilyn” is directed by … More

“Adaptation” (2002) – Chris Cooper’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Frustrated Screenwriters

Director: Spike Jonze Starring: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep and Chris Cooper ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Have you ever found yourself staring … More

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Judd Nelson’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teenagers

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

“Boogie Nights” (1997) – Mark Wahlberg’s Awe-Inspiring 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

“Avatar: The Way of Water” (2021) – James Cameron’s Awe-Inspiring Avatar Alien Sequel

Writer/Director: James Cameron Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver                     … More

“Edge of Tomorrow” (2014) – Doug Liman’s Terrific Science-fiction Blockbuster About Time Travel Aliens

Director: Doug Liman Writers: Christopher McQuarrie and Jez Butterworth Starring: Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt and Bill Paxton ‘A Mind-Bending Marvel’ … More

“The Shape of Water” (2017) – Guillermo Del Toro’s Fantastic Fantasy Epic About Romantic Aliens

Writer/Director: Guillermo Del Toro Co-writer: Vanessa Taylor Starring: Sally Hawkins, Octavia Spencer and Michael Shannon ‘Spellbinding Epic’ So far, 2017 … More

“Superman” (1978) – Richard Donner’s Captivating Comic-Book Classic About Alien Superheroes

Director: Richard Donner Starring: Christopher Reeves, Marlon Brando and Gene Hackman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few superheroes in the world have … More

“Independence Day” (1996) – Roland Emmerich’s Captivating Blockbuster About Frightening Alien Invasions

Writer/Director: Roland Emmerich Starring: Will Smith, Bill Pullman and Jeff Goldblum ‘A Breathtaking Blockbuster’ Few movie-stars with a strong will … More

“Contact” (1997) – Robert Zemeckis’ Captivating Sci-fi Classic About Extra-terrestrial Alien Contact

Director: Robert Zemeckis Starring: Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey and James Woods ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have made … More

“Arrival” (2016) – Denis Villeneuve’s Amazing Science-fiction Blockbuster About Alien Invasions

Director: Denis Villeneuve Writer: Eric Heisserer (based on short story) Starring: Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker ‘Spellbinding Science-Fiction’ … More

“Alien” (1979) – Ridley Scott’s Spectacular Science-fiction Classic About Frightening Aliens

Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerrit and Veronice Cartwright ‘A Spectacular Sci-fi Classic’ Aliens are creepy creatures which … More

“E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” (1982) – My Favourite Film About Aliens of All-Time

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Dee Wallace, Henry Thomas and Peter Coyote ‘A Timeless Classic’ Few filmmakers in Hollywood are as … More

The Best Movies Ever Made About Aliens Ranked

Not many creatures attract audiences to theatres like aliens. Since the 1970’s, the genre has produced unforgettable movies. Whether it’s … More

“Judas and the Black Messiah” (2021) – Martin Sheen’s Powerful Political Biopic About an African-American Leader

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

“The Amazing Spider-Man 2” (2014) – Martin Sheen’s Disastrous Spider-Man Sequel

Director: Marc Webb Writers: Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci and Jeff Pinkner Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Jamie Foxx ‘A … More

“The Amazing Spider-Man” (2012) – Martin Sheen’s Soaring Spider-Man Reboot

Director: Marc Webb Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Sally Field ‘Spectacular Reboot’ “The Amazing Spider-Man” is directed by Marc … More

“The Departed” (2006) – Martin Sheen’s Captivating Crime Classic About Corrupt Undercover Cops

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals … More

“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Martin Sheen’s Captivating Classic About Clever Con-Artists

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood … More

“Apocalypse Now” (1979) – Martin Sheen’s Bold 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

Martin Sheen’s Greatest Movies Ranked

Not many actors have made movies that demand to be seen like Martin Sheen. Since the 1970’s, Sheen has become … More

“Gravity” (2013) – George Clooney’s Spectacular Science-fiction Classic About Space Survival

Writer/Director: Alfonso Cauron Co-writer: Jonas Cauron Starring: Sandra Bullock, George Clooney and Ed Harris ‘A Groundbreaking Achievement’ How often do … More

“The Descendants” (2012) – George Clooney’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Family Tragedy

Writer/Director: Alexander Payne Starring: George Clooney, Shailene Woodley and Beau Bridges ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood have crafted … More

“Up in the Air” (2009) – George Clooney’s Uplifting Business Drama

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 Peter Jackson Films of All-Time Ranked

Few filmmakers have earned appreciation of Peter Jackson. Since the 1990’s, Jackson has become a legendary icon. Whether it’s ring-bearers, … More

“The Lovely Bones” (2009) – Peter Jackson’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Celebrated Book About Child Abduction

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Stanley Tucci and Mark Wahlberg ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ Few actresses in Hollywood have achieved … More

“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” (2013) – Peter Jackson’s Spellbinding Hobbit Sequel

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Co-writers: Fran Walsh, Phillipa Boyens and Guillermo Del Toro Starring: Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, and Richard Armitage … More

“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” (2012) – Peter Jackson’s Fantastic LOTR Prequel

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Co-Writers: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, and Guillermo del Toro (based off book by J.R.R. Tolkien) Starring: Martin Freeman, Ian … More