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“American Beauty” (1999) – Allison Janney’s Beautiful Masterpiece About Broken American Families

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

film, horror, movie-review, movie-reviews, movies

“Spy” (2015) – Allison Janney’s Spectacular Comedy About Reckless Spies

Writer/Director: Paul Feig Starring: Melissa McCarthy, Jason Statham and Jude Law ‘A Spy-tacular Comedy’ You rarely ever come across comedies … More

comedy, film, movie, movies, reviews

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

anthony-mackie, film, harrison-ford, marvel, movies

“Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” (2023) – Harrison Ford’s Fantastic Indiana Jones Farewell

Writer/Director: James Mangold Starring: Harrison Ford, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Mads Mikkelsen                      … More

film, gaming, harrison-ford, indiana-jones, movies

“Blade Runner: 2049” (2017) – Harrison Ford’s Sensational Science-fiction Sequel

Writer/Director: Denis Villeneuve Starring: Harrison Ford, Ryan Gosling and Robin Wright ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

film, horror, movie-review, movies, science-fiction

“Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” (1984) – Harrison Ford’s Superb Indiana Jones Sequel

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

entertainment, film, indiana-jones, movies, steven-spielberg

“Blade Runner” (1982) – Harrison Ford’s Sensational Science-fiction Masterpiece

Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Harrison Ford, Rutget Hauer and Sean Young ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood are … More

film, movie-review, movies, ridley-scott, science-fiction

“Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark” (1981) – Harrison Ford’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

entertainment, harrison-ford, indiana-jones, movies, steven-spielberg

“Star Wars: A New Hope” (1977) – Harrison Ford’s Soaring Star Wars Science-fiction Classic

Writer/Director: George Lucas Starring: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford and Carrie Fischer ‘A Science-Fiction Classic’ Few franchises about starry galaxies that … More

darth-vader, george-lucas, movies, science-fiction, star-wars

“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015) – Harrison Ford’s Soaring Star Wars Reboot

Writer/Director: J.J. Abrams Co-writers: Lawrence Kasdan and Michael Arndt Starring: Daisy Ridley, John Boyega and Harrison Ford ‘A Dream Come … More

disney, film, movies, science-fiction, star-wars

My Favourite Michael Fassbender Movies of All-Time

Not many actors attract audiences to the theatre like Michael Fassbender. Since the 1990’s, Fassbender has become an icon. Whether … More

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“The Killer” (2023) – Michael Fassbender’s Spectacular Serial Killer Thriller

Writer/Director: David Fincher Starring: Michael Fassbender, Tilda Swinton, Charles Parnell                     … More

books, film, horror, movies, reviews

“The Light Between Oceans” (2016) – Michael Fassbender’s Remarkable Romantic Period Piece

Writer/Director: Derek Cianfrance Based on the best-selling novel by M.L. Stedman Starring: Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Rachel Weisz ‘Powerful … More

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“X-Men: Days of Future Past” (2014) – Michael Fassbender’s Extraordinary X-Men Sequel

Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Lawrence and James McAvoy ‘Extraordinary Entertainment’ Few characters in comic-book history are as … More

marvel, marvel-comics, movies, wolverine, x-men

“12 Years a Slave” (2013) – Michael Fassbender’s Spectacular Slavery Masterpiece

Director: Steve McQueen Writer: John Ridley (based on true story of Solomon Northup) Starring: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Paul Dano … More

blitz, film, movies, saoirse-ronan, steve-mcqueen

“The Counselor” (2013) – Michael Fassbender’s Worst Movie

Director: Ridley Scott Writer: Cormac McCarthy Starring: Michael Fassbender, Javier Bardem and Cameron Diaz ‘Waste of Talent’ Glamorous style overrides … More

alien, film, movie-reviews, movies, ridley-scott

“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Michael Fassbender’s Glorious Masterpiece About Nazi Germany

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several … More

film, history, holocaust, movies, reviews

“Steve Jobs” (2015) – Michael Fassbender’s Spectacular Steve Jobs Biopic

Director: Danny Boyle Writer: Aaron Sorkin (based on novel) Starring: Michael Fassbender, Kate Winslet and Seth Rogen ‘Brilliant Business Biopic’ … More

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My Favourite Tom Hardy Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood have built a legacy as extraordinary as Tom Hardy. Since the 2000’s, Hardy has become … More

film, mad-max, movies, reviews, tom-hardy

“Dunkirk” (2017) – Tom Hardy’s Wonderful World War I Blockbuster

Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Fionn Whitehead, Mark Rylance and Tom Hardy ‘Breathtaking Achievement’ War is a difficult subject to capture … More

christopher-nolan, film, movie-review, movies, war

“Mad Max: Fury Road” (2015) – Tom Hardy’s Magnificent Mad Max Reboot

Writer/Director: George Miller Co-writers: Brendan McCarthy and Nick Lathouris Starring: Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron and Nicholas Hoult ‘Madly Entertaining’ Is … More

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“The Dark Knight Rises” (2012) – Tom Hardy’s Fantastic Batman Finale

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

batman, comics, dc, film, movies

“Lawless” (2012) – Tom Hardy’s Powerful Prohibition Period Piece

Director: John Hillcoat Starring: Shia LaBeouf, Tom Hardy and Jessica Chastain ‘Powerful Period Piece’ “Lawless” is directed by John Hillcoat. … More

crime, drama, film, movies, reviews

“Warrior” (2011) – Tom Hardy’s Breathtaking Boxing Drama

Writer/Director: Gavin O’Connor Starring: Joel Edgerton, Tom Hardy and Nick Nolte ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“The Revenant” (2015) – Tom Hardy’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

film, movie-review, movies, reviews

“Om Shanti Om” (2007) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Captivating Bollywood Classic About Reincarnated Lovers

Writer/Director: Farah Khan Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and Arjun Rampal ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Bollywood are … More

bollywood, cinema, entertainment, film, movies

“Judas and the Black Messiah” (2021) – Ashton Sanders’ Breathtaking Biopic About a Black Leader

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

books, movies, reviews, writing

“Short Term 12” (2013) – Kevin Hernandez’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Mental Hospitals

Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Starring: Brie Larson, Rami Malek and LaKeith Steilfeld ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

books, film, movies, reviews, writing

“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Michael Gambon’s Magnificent Masterpiece About a King

Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More

academy-awards, film, history, movies, oscars

“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Eli Roth’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Nazi Germany

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several … More

film, history, holocaust, movies, reviews

“Bright Star” (2008) – Jane Campion’s Meaningful Romantic Masterpiece about Passionate Poets

Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Ben Whishaw, Abbie Cornish and Paul Schneider ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

film, john-keats, literature, movies, poetry

“The Chronicles of Narnia: the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – William Moseley’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

Writer/Director: Andrew Adamson Starring: William Moseley, Georgie Henley and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

Book Review, books, fantasy, movies, reading

“Adaptation” (2002) – Brian Cox’s Captivating Classic About Screenwriters

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

books, fiction, movies, reading, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Autumn de Wilde’s Astonishing Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

books, film, jane-austen, movies, reviews

“Dead Poets Society” (1989) – Gale Hansen’s Captivating Classic About Poetry Professors

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

film, movies, poetry, robin-williams, writing

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Ally Sheedy’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

books, film, john-hughes, movies, reviews

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

film, horror, movie, movies, writing

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

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

cinema, film, horror, movies, reviews

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

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

awards, cinema, film, movies, oscars

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

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

film, horror, movie, movie-review, movies

“Almost Famous” (2000) – Cameron Crowe’s Captivating Classic About Famous Music Writers

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

movies, music, review, reviews, rock

“Little Women” (2019) – Greta Gerwig’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Strong Feminist Writers

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

Book Review, book-reviews, books, little-women, movies

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

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

film, movies, poetry, robin-williams, writing

“Adaptation” (2002) – Spike Jonze’s Captivating Classic About Screenwriters

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

books, fiction, movies, reading, writing

“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

film, horror, movies, stanley-kubrick, the-shining

My Favourite Rebecca Ferguson Movies of All-Time

Not many actresses have earned the recognition of Rebecca Ferguson. Since the 1990’s, Ferguson has become a feminist icon. Whether … More

film, movie, movie-review, movies, oscars

“Dune: Part Two” (2024) – Rebecca Ferguson’s Outstanding Oscar-Winning Dune Sequel

Writer/Director: Denis Villeneuve  Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson                       … More

denis-villeneuve, dune, movies, timothee-chalamet, zendaya

“Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1” (2023) – Rebecca Ferguson’s Magnificent Mission Finale

Writer/Director: Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Simon Pegg                     … More

film, mission-impossible, movie, movies, tom-cruise

“Dune” (2021) – Rebecca Ferguson’s Spectacular Science-fiction Blockbuster

Writer/Director: Denis Villeneuve Co-writer: Jon Spaihts and Eric Roth Starring: Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson and Oscar Isaac ‘Spectacular Sci-fi’ Few … More

denis-villeneuve, dune, movies, timothee-chalamet, zendaya

“Doctor Sleep” (2019) – Rebecca Ferguson’s Shining Horror Sequel

Writer/Director: Mike Flanagan Starring: Ewan McGregor, Rebecca Ferguson and Cliff Curtis ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

film, horror, horror-movies, movies, reviews

“Mission: Impossible – Fallout” (2018) – Rebecca Ferguson’s Best Mission Without a Doubt

Writer/Director: Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Tom Cruise, Henry Cavill and Rebecca Ferguson ‘A Mission Accomplished’ When it comes to the most … More

action, film, mission-impossible, movies, tom-cruise

“The Greatest Showman” (2017) – Rebecca Ferguson’s Mesmerizing Musical

Director: Michael Gracey Starring: Zendaya, Hugh Jackman and Zac Efron ‘A Mesmerizing Musical’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have the … More

film, movie-review, movies, musical, reviews

“Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation” (2015) – Rebecca Ferguson’s Magnificent Mission Impossible Sequel

Writer/Director: Christopher McQuarrie Co-Writers: Drew Pearce and Bruce Geller Starring: Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg and Rebecca Ferguson ‘A Mission Accomplished’ … More

action, film, mission-impossible, movies, tom-cruise

My Favourite Jessica Chastain Movies of All-Time

Few actresses entertain audiences like Jessica Chastain. Since the 1990’s, Chastain has become a feminist icon. Whether it’s helpful housekeepers, … More

film, hollywood, horror, movies, reviews

“Interstellar” (2014) – Jessica Chastain’s Spectacular Space Masterpiece

Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few directors in Hollywood have achieved … More

christopher-nolan, film, Interstellar, movies, science-fiction

“Lawless” (2012) – Jessica Chastain’s Powerful Period Piece About Alcohol Addiction

Director: John Hillcoat Starring: Shia LaBeouf, Tom Hardy and Jessica Chastain ‘Powerful Period Piece’ “Lawless” is directed by John Hillcoat. … More

crime, drama, film, movies, reviews

“Zero Dark Thirty” (2012) – Jessica Chastain’s Terrific Terrorism Thriller

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

cinema, film, horror, movies, reviews

“The Help” (2012) – Jessica Chastain’s Beautiful Period Piece About Helpful Housekeepers

Writer/Director: Tate Taylor Starring: Emma Stone, Bryce Dallas Howard and Viola Davis ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are … More

book-reviews, books, history, movies, reviews

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

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

bollywood, entertainment, movies, music, news

“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Ben Whishaw’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

Book Review, books, film, movies, reading

“Short Term 12” (2013) – Kaitlyn Dever’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Mental Hospitals

Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Starring: Brie Larson, Rami Malek and LaKeith Steilfeld ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

books, film, movies, reviews, writing

“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Timothy Spall’s Magnificent Masterpiece about a Majestic King

Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More

academy-awards, film, history, movies, oscars

“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Lea Seydoux’s Glorious Masterpiece about Nazi Germany

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several … More

film, history, holocaust, movies, reviews

“Bright Star” (2008) – Jane Campion’s Meaningful Romantic Masterpiece About Doomed Poets

Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Ben Whishaw, Abbie Cornish and Paul Schneider ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

film, john-keats, literature, movies, poetry

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Jim Broadbent’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

Writer/Director: Andrew Adamson Starring: William Moseley, Georgie Henley and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

Book Review, books, fantasy, movies, reading

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

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

books, fiction, movies, reading, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Callum Turner’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Jane Austen Book

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

books, film, jane-austen, movies, reviews

“Dead Poets Society” (1985) – Sean Leanord’s Captivating Classic About Poetry Professors

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

film, movies, poetry, robin-williams, writing

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Emilio Estevez’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

books, film, john-hughes, movies, reviews

My Favourite Henry Cavill Movies of All-Time

Not many actors have made movies that fulfill audiences like Henry Cavill. Since the 2000’s, Cavill has become a beloved … More

comics, dc, dc-comics, movies, superman

“Mission: Impossible – Fallout” (2018) – Henry Cavill’s Magnificent Mission Impossible Sequel

Writer/Director: Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Tom Cruise, Henry Cavill and Rebecca Ferguson ‘A Mission Accomplished’ When it comes to the most … More

action, film, mission-impossible, movies, tom-cruise

“Man of Steel” (2013) – Henry Cavill’s Soaring Superman Reboot

Director: Zack Snyder Writer: David S. Goyer (based on story by Christopher Nolan) Starring: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams and Michael … More

dc-comics, film, movies, superheroes, superman

“The Man From U.N.C.L.E.” (2015) – Henry Cavill’s Bland Spies Blockbuster

Writer/Director: Guy Ritchie Co-writer: Lionel Wigram (based on TV show) Starring: Henry Cavill, Armie Hammer and Alicia Vikander ‘A Time-Pass … More

alan-ritchson, film, guy-ritchie, henry-cavill, movies

“Matilda” (1996) – Rhea Perlman’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Book

Director: Danny DeVito Starring: Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman and Mara Wilson ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ Not many actors that achieved fame … More

books, fantasy, movies, reading, roald-dahl

“Jerry Maguire” (1996) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Romantic Classic

Writer/Director: Cameron Crowe Starring: Renee Zellweger, Cuba Gooding Jr. and Tom Cruise ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

blogger, movies, reviews

“Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham” (2001) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Captivating Bollywood Classic about Broken Families

Writer/Director: Karan Johar Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few movie-stars in Bollywood have achieved … More

bollywood, cinema, entertainment, film, movies

“Conclave” (2024) – Ralph Fiennes’ Riveting Oscar-Winning Drama About Religion

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

conclave, edward-berger, movies, ralph-fiennes, reviews

“Judas and the Black Messiah” (2021) – Martin Sheen’s Breathtaking Biopic About a Black Leader

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

books, movies, reviews, writing

“Beasts of No Nation” (2015) – Idris Elba’s Heartbreaking Masterpiece About African Child Soldiers

Writer/Director: Cary Joji Fukunaga Starring: Idris Elba, Abraham Attah and Emmanuel Affadzi ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors possess the … More

books, movies, reviews, writing

“Short Term 12” (2013) – LaKeith Stanfield’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Mental Hospitals

Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Starring: Brie Larson, Rami Malek and LaKeith Steilfeld ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

books, movies, music, poetry, writing

“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Helena Bonham Carter’s Meaningful Masterpiece About a Majestic King

Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More

academy-awards, best-picture, film, movies, oscars

“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Michael Fassbender’s Glorious Masterpiece About Nazi Germany

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several … More

film, history, holocaust, movies, reviews

“Bright Star” (2008) – Paul Schneider’s Captivating Romantic Classic About Doomed Poetry Writers

Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Ben Whishaw, Abbie Cornish and Paul Schneider ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

film, john-keats, literature, movies, poetry

“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Jim Broadbent’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

Writer/Director: Andrew Adamson Starring: William Moseley, Georgie Henley and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

Book Review, books, fantasy, movies, reading

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

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

books, fiction, movies, reading, writing

“Emma” (2020) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

film, films, jane-austen, movies, reviews

“Dead Poets Society” (1989) – Josh Charles’ 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

film, movies, poetry, robin-williams, writing

“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

film, john-hughes, movie-reviews, movies, reviews

My Favourite Chris Pratt Movies 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

film, marvel, mcu, movies, reviews

“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Chris Pratt’s Fantastic Avengers Farewell

Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth … More

avengers, Deadpool, marvel, mcu, movies

“Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” (2018) – Chris Pratt’s Spectacular Jurassic World Sequel

Director: J.A. Bayona Writers: Derek Connolly and Colin Trevorrow Starring: Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard and Jeff Goldblum ‘Dazzling Dinosaur … More

action, film, jurassic-park, jurassic-world, movies

“Avengers: Infinity War” (2018) – Chris Pratt’s Amazing Avengers Sequel

Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland … More

avengers, film, marvel, mcu, movies

“Guardians of the Galaxy” (2014) – Chris Pratt’s Captivating Comic-Book Classic

Writer/Director: James Gunn Co-Writer: Nicole Perlman Starring: Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana and Bradley Cooper ‘Marvel-ous Entertainment’ You’re immediately hooked on … More

entertainment, film, marvel, mcu, movies

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

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

cinema, film, horror, movies, reviews

“Jurassic World” (2015) – Chris Pratt’s Riveting Jurassic Park Reboot

Writer/Director: Colin Trevorrow Co-writers: Rick Jaffa, Amanda Silver, and Derek Connolly Starring: Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, and Irrfan Khan … More

film, horror, jurassic-park, movies, reviews

My Favourite Joaquin Phoenix Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood transfix audiences like Joaquin Phoenix. Following stardom during the 1980’s, Phoenix has become an icon … More

joaquin-phoenix, joker, lady-gaga, movies, review

“Joker: Folie a Deux” (2024) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Worst Movie

Writer/Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga and Brendan Gleeson ‘A Marvellous Sequel’ Few villains in popular culture are … More

joaquin-phoenix, joker, lady-gaga, movies, todd-phillips

“Joker” (2019) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Captivating Comic-Book Masterpiece

Writer/Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro and Zazie Beetz ‘A Magnificent Comic-Book Masterpiece’ Few characters in comic-book … More

joaquin-phoenix, joker, lady-gaga, movies, todd-phillips

“Her” (2013) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Technology Addicts

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

film, joaquin-phoenix, movie, movie-reviews, movies

“The Master” (2012) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Cults

Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Phillip Seymour Hoffman and Amy Adams ‘A Masterful Achievement’ Not many actors in … More

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“Irrational Man” (2015) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Wonderful Woody Allen Romance

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone and Parker Posey ‘An Overlooked Gem’ Few actors in the world have … More

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“The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part Two” (2012) – Robert Pattinson’s Worst Movie

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

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“Kuch Kuch Hota Hai” (1998) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Captivating Bollywood Classic About Colleges

Writer/Director: Karan Johar Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Rani Mukerji ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Bollywood pour their … More

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“Judas and the Black Messiah” (2021) – Jesse Plemons’ Breathtaking Biopic about a Black Leader

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

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“Darkest Hour” (2017) – Lily James’ Great Period Piece About Winston Churchill

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Gary Oldman, Lily James and Ben Mendehlson ‘A Captivating Period Piece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

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“Beasts of No Nation” (2015) – Abraham Attah’s Meaningful Masterpiece About African Orphan Soldiers

Writer/Director: Cary Joji Fukunaga Starring: Idris Elba, Abraham Attah and Emmanuel Affadzi ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors possess the … More

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“Short Term 12” (2013) – Rami Malek’s Moving Masterpiece About Mental Hospitals

Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Starring: Brie Larson, Rami Malek and LaKeith Steilfeld ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

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“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Geoffrey Rush’s Magnificent Masterpiece about a King

Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More

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“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Michael Fassbender’s Glorious Masterpiece About Nazis

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several … More

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“Bright Star” (2008) – Abbie Cornish’s Captivating Romantic Classic About Terminally Ill Poets

Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Ben Whishaw, Abbie Cornish and Paul Schneider ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – James McAvoy’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

Writer/Director: Andrew Adamson Starring: William Moseley, Georgie Henley and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

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

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

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“Emma” (2020) – Johnny Flynn’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Judd Nelson’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

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

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

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My Favourite Brie Larson Movies of All-Time

Not many actresses have achieved appreciation of Brie Larson. Since the 2000’s, Larson has become a feminist icon. Whether it’s … More

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“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Brie Larson’s Fantastic Avengers Farewell

Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth … More

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“The Glass Castle” (2017) – Brie Larson’s Dazzling Family Drama

Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Co-writer: Andrew Lanham Starring: Brie Larson, Woody Harrelson and Naomi Watts ‘Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes … More

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“Room” (2015) – Brie Larson’s Moving Masterpiece About Childhood Trauma

Director: Lenny Abrahamson Writer: Emma Donoghue (based on novel) Starring: Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay and William H. Macy ‘A Moving … More

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

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

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“Short Term 12” (2013) – Brie Larson’s Moving Masterpiece About Mental Hospitals

Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Starring: Brie Larson, Rami Malek and LaKeith Steilfeld ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

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My Favourite Joel Edgerton Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood have achieved recognition of Joel Edgerton. Since the 1990’s, Edgerton has become a beloved icon. … More

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“The Green Knight” (2021) – Joel Edgerton’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

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“Boy Erased” (2018) – Joel Edgerton’s Heartfelt Masterpiece About Homophobia

Writer/Director: Joel Edgerton Starring: Lucas Hedges, Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe ‘A Captivating Drama’ Not many stars in Hollywood have … More

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“Zero Dark Thirty” (2012) – Joel Edgerton’s Terrific Terrorism Thriller

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

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“Warrior” (2011) – Joel Edgerton’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Wrestling Brothers

Writer/Director: Gavin O’Connor Starring: Joel Edgerton, Tom Hardy and Nick Nolte ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“The Gift” (2015) – Joel Edgerton’s Gripping 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

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“The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part Two” (2012) – Kristen Stewart’s Worst Movie

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

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“Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” (1995) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Captivating Bollywood Romantic Classic

Writer/Director: Aditya Chopra Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Amrish Puri ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actresses in Bollywood pour their … More

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“Wicked” (2024) – Cynthia Erivo’s Wickedly Wonderful 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

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

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

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“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Hugh Laurie’s Delightful Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

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“Darkest Hour” (2017) – Gary Oldman’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Winston Churchill

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Gary Oldman, Lily James and Ben Mendehlson ‘A Captivating Period Piece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

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“Beasts of No Nation” (2015) – Idris Elba’s Meaningful Masterpiece About African Child Soldiers

Writer/Director: Cary Joji Fukunaga Starring: Idris Elba, Abraham Attah and Emmanuel Affadzi ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors possess the … More

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“Short Term 12” (2013) – Brie Larson’s Moving Masterpiece About Mental Hospitals

Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Starring: Brie Larson, Rami Malek and LaKeith Steilfeld ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

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“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Colin Firth’s Magnificent Historical Masterpiece

Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More

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“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Brad Pitt’s Glorious Historical Masterpiece

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several … More

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“Bright Star” (2008) – Ben Whishaw’s Captivating Romantic Classic About Doomed Poets

Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Ben Whishaw, Abbie Cornish and Paul Schneider ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“The Chronicles of Narnia: the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Tilda Swinton’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

Writer/Director: Andrew Adamson Starring: William Moseley, Georgie Henley and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

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

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

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“Emma” (2020) – Anya Taylor-Joy’s Awe-Inspiring Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

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“Matilda” (1996) – Danny DeVito’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Children’s Book

Director: Danny DeVito Starring: Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman and Mara Wilson ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ Not many actors that achieved fame … More

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“Jerry Maguire” (1996) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Romantic Classic

Writer/Director: Cameron Crowe Starring: Renee Zellweger, Cuba Gooding Jr. and Tom Cruise ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

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“Dead Poets Society” (1989) – Robin Williams’ Captivating Classic About Poetry Professors

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

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Anthony Michael Hall’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

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My Favourite Dev Patel Films of All-Time

Few actors in Hollywood are as beloved as Dev Patel. Since the 1990’s, Patel has become an icon. Whether it’s … More

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“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

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“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

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

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

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

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

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My Favourite Hayley Atwell Films of All-Time

Not many actresses in Hollywood tell stories as compelling as Hayley Atwell. Since the 1990’s, Atwell has become a feminist … More

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“Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1” (2023) – Hayley Atwell’s Fantastic Mission Impossible Finale

Writer/Director: Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Simon Pegg                     … More

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“Blinded by the Light” (2019) – Hayley Atwell’s Brilliant Bruce Springsteen Musical

Writer/Director: Gurinder Chada Co-writers: Paul Mayeda Berges and Sarfraz Manzoor Starring: Viveik Kalra, Kulvinder Ghir and Hayley Atwell ‘A Marvelous … More

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“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Hayley Atwell’s Fantastic Avengers Farewell

Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth … More

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“Captain America: The Winter Soldier” (2014) – Hayley Atwell’s Spectacular Captain America Sequel

Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely and Ed Brubaker Starring: Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Samuel … More

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“Captain America: The First Avenger” (2011) – Hayley Atwell’s Captivating Captain America Comic-Book Classic

Director: Joe Johnston Starring: Chris Evans, Hayley Atwell and Hugo Weaving ‘A Captivating Comic-Book Classic’ Not many actresses In Hollywood … More

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“Cinderella” (2015) – Hayley Atwell’s Captivating Remake of a Celebrated Disney Classic

Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Lily James, Derek Jacobi and Cate Blanchett ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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My Favourite Michael Keaton Movies of All-Time

Not many actors have earned appreciation of Michael Keaton. Since the 1980’s, Keaton has become an icon. Whether it’s news … More

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

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

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“Spider-Man: Homecoming” (2017) – Michael Keaton’s Soaring Spider-Man Reboot

Director: Jon Watts Writers: Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley Starring: Tom Holland, Robert Downey Jr. and Michael Keaton ‘A … More

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“Spotlight” (2015) – Michael Keaton’s Spectacular Scandal Masterpiece

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

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“Batman Returns” (1992) – Michael Keaton’s Spectacular Batman Sequel

Director: Tim Burton Starring: Christopher Walken, Michael Keaton and Michelle Pfeiffer ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“Batman” (1989) – Michael Keaton’s Captivating Comic-Book Masterpiece

Director: Tim Burton Starring: Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson, Kim Basinger ‘Breathtaking Blockbuster’ When it comes to the world’s greatest superheroes … More

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“Birdman” (2015) – Michael Keaton’s Breathtaking Masterpiece About Broadway Actors

Writer/Director: Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu Starring: Michael Keaton, Edward Norton and Naomi Watts ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More

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My Favourite Paul Rudd Movies of All-Time

Not many actors have earned appreciation of Paul Rudd. Since the 1990’s, Rudd has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s … More

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“Ant-Man & The Wasp” (2018) – Paul Rudd’s Astonishing Ant-Man Sequel

Director: Peyton Reed Writers: Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers Starring: Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas and Evangeline Lilly ‘Fun but Flawed … More

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“Avengers: Infinity War” (2018) – Paul Rudd’s Amazing Avenger Sequel

Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland … More

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“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Paul Rudd’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescence

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

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“Clueless” (1995) – Paul Rudd’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: Amy Heckerling Starring: Alicia Silverstone, Paul Rudd and Stacey Dash ‘A Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More

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“Ant-Man” (2015) – Paul Rudd’s Amazing Ant-Man Blockbuster

Director: Peyton Reed Writers: Edgar Wright, Joe Cornish, Adam McKay and Paul Rudd Starring: Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, and Evangeline … More

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“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

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“Sinners” (2025) – Michael B. Jordan’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Bonds Between Twin Brothers

Writer/Director: Ryan Coogler Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfield and Jack O’ Connell ‘A Meaningful Period Piece’ Brothers are powerful … More

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“Judas and the Black Messiah” (2021) – LaKeith Stanfield’s Breathtaking Biopic About a Black Leader

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

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“The Dig” (2021) – Ralph Fiennes’ Great Period Piece About a Historic Dig

Director: Simon Stone Writer: Moira Buffini (Based on John Preston’s book) Starring: Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes and Lily James ‘An … More

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“BlackKklansman” (2018) – Adam Driver’s Spectacular Race Satire

Writer/Director: Spike Lee Co-writers: Charlie Watchel, David Rabinowitz and Kevin Willmott Starring: John David Washington, Adam Driver and Topher Grace … More

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“Darkest Hour” (2017) – Gary Oldman’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Winston Churchill

Director: Joe Wright Starring: Gary Oldman, Lily James and Ben Mendehlson ‘A Captivating Period Piece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

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“Baby Driver” (2017) – Kevin Spacey’s Captivating Crime Thriller

Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Starring: Ansel Elgort, Jamie Foxx and Kevin Spacey ‘A Thrilling Ride’ In a Summer filled with superhero … More

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“Beasts of No Nation” (2015) – Idris Elba’s Meaningful Masterpiece About African Child Soldiers

Writer/Director: Cary Joji Fukunaga Starring: Idris Elba, Abraham Attah and Emmanuel Affadzi ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors possess the … More

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“Short Term 12” (2013) – Rami Malek’s Moving Masterpiece About Mental Hospitals

Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Starring: Brie Larson, Rami Malek and LaKeith Steilfeld ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

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“The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part Two” (2012) – Robert Pattinson’s Worst Movie

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

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“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Logan Lerman’s Beautiful Masterpiece About Teenagers

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

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“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Colin Firth’s Magnificent Historical Masterpiece

Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More

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“Inglorious Basterds” (2009) – Michael Fassbender’s Glorious Masterpiece About Nazi Germany

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Michael Fassbender ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers which achieved fame several … More

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“Bright Star” (2008) – Ben Whishaw’s Captivating Romantic Classic About Terminally Ill Poets

Writer/Director: Jane Campion Starring: Ben Whishaw, Abbie Cornish and Paul Schneider ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” (2005) – Liam Neeson’s Fantastic Fantasy Adaptation

Writer/Director: Andrew Adamson Starring: William Moseley, Georgie Henley and Tilda Swinton ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

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“Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” (2004) – Gary Oldman’s Spellbinding Harry Potter Masterpiece

Director: Alfonso Cauron Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few books ever written about magical … More

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“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

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“Emma” (2020) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

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“Matilda” (1996) – Danny DeVito’s Beautiful Adaptation of a Beloved Roald Dahl Book

Director: Danny DeVito Starring: Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman and Mara Wilson ‘A Beautiful Adaptation’ Not many actors that achieved fame … More

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“Jerry Maguire” (1996) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Romantic Classic

Writer/Director: Cameron Crowe Starring: Renee Zellweger, Cuba Gooding Jr. and Tom Cruise ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

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“Dead Poets Society” (1989) – Sean Leanord’s Captivating Classic About Inspiring Poetry Professors

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

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Judd Nelson’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

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“Ghostbusters” (1984) – Sigourney Weaver’s Captivating Classic About Frightening Ghosts

Director: Ivan Reitman Starring: Sigourney Weaver, Bill Murray and Harold Ramis ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

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“Crazy Rich Asians” (2018) – John M. Chu’s Captivating Romantic Comedy About Class Disparity in China

Director: John M. Chu Starring: Henry Golding, Constance Wu and Michelle Yeoh ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actresses in Hollywood … More

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“Knives Out” (2019) – Rian Johnson’s Magnificent Murder Mystery About Social Class Disparity

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

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“Parasite” (2019) – My Favourite Film About Class Struggle of All-Time

Writer/Director: Bong Joon-ho Co-writer: Jin Won Han Starring: Song Kang-Ho, Choi Woo-shik and Park So-dam ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Foreign films … More

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The Best Films Made About Class Struggle Ranked

Few genres have earned the appreciation of social class. Since the 1980’s, stories of social inequality have made for engaging … More

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“The Report” (2019) – Corey Stoll’s Powerful Political Thriller About the Torture Report

Writer/Director: Scott Z. Burns Starring: Adam Driver, Annette Bening and Jon Hamm ‘Powerful Political Thriller’ When it comes to the … More

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“First Man” (2018) – Corey Stoll’s Spectacular Science-fiction Masterpiece About Neil Armstrong

Director: Damien Chazelle Starring: Jason Clarke, Ryan Gosling and Claire Foy ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“Ant-Man” (2015) – Corey Stoll’s Amazing Ant-Man Comic-Book Blockbuster

Director: Peyton Reed Writers: Edgar Wright, Joe Cornish, Adam McKay and Paul Rudd Starring: Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, and Evangeline … More

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“The Bourne Legacy” (2012) – Corey Stall’s Boring Jason Bourne Reboot

Writer/Director: Tony Gilroy Starring: Jeremy Renner, Edward Norton and Rachel Weisz ‘A Bourne-ing Reboot’ “The Bourne Legacy” is written and … More

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“Midnight in Paris” (2012) – Corey Stoll’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Midnight Walks in Paris

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Corey Stoll, Kathy Bates and Adrien Brody ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

film, movies, paris, reviews, writing

Corey Stoll’s Greatest Movies Ranked

Not many actors have made movies audiences recall like Corey Stoll. Since the 1990’s, Stoll has become a beloved icon. … More

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“Whiplash” (2014) – J.K. Simmons’ Meaningful Masterpiece About Jazz Musicians

Writer/Director: Damien Chazelle Starring: Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons and Paul Reiser ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Teachers are powerful figures that play … More

film, movies, music, news, reviews

My Favourite Bill Paxton Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood earned the appreciation of Bill Paxton. Since the 1980’s, Paxton became a legendary icon. Whether … More

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“Nightcrawler” (2014) – Bill Paxton’s Captivating Night 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

film, movies, review, reviews, thriller

My Favourite Period Piece Films of All-Time

Not many genres attract audiences to the Cinema like the period drama. Since the 1970’s, the period genre has produced … More

Book Review, books, film, jane-austen, movies

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

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“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

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“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

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

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

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“The Imitation Game” (2014) – Keira Knightley’s Awe-Inspiring Alan Turing Biopic

Director: Morten Tyldum Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley and Matthew Goode ‘A Brilliant Biopic’ Few actresses in Hollywood have built … More

ai, film, history, movies, technology

My Favourite Anne Hathaway Films 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

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“Dark Waters” (2019) – Anne Hathaway’s Captivating Courtroom Drama

Director: Todd Haynes Writers: Mario Correa and Matthew Michael Carnahan Starring: Mark Ruffalo, Anne Hathaway and Tim Robbins ‘Tense Legal … More

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

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

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“Les Miserables” (2012) – Anne Hathaway’s Brilliant Broadway Musical

Director: Tom Hooper Writer: William Nicholson (based on Victor Hugo’s novel) Starring: Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway and Russell Crowe  ‘Magnificent … More

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“The Dark Knight Rises” (2012) – Anne Hathaway’s Fantastic Batman Finale

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

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“The Devil Wears Prada” (2006) – Anne Hathaway’s Dazzling Fashion Drama

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

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“Interstellar” (2014) – Anne Hathaway’s Spectacular Science-fiction Masterpiece

Writer/Director: Christopher Nolan Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few directors in Hollywood have achieved … More

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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

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“The Accountant 2” (2025) – Ben Affleck’s Spectacular Sequel About Intelligent Autistic Accountants

Director: Gavin O’Connor Starring: Ben Affleck, Jon Bernthal and J.K. Simmons ‘A Spectacular Sequel’ Autism is a sensitive disease that … More

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“The Accountant” (2016) – Ben Affleck’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Autistic Accountants

Director: Gavin O’Connor Starring: John Lithgow, Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors that gained fame … More

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“Argo” (2012) – Ben Affleck’s Captivating Thriller About the CIA Hostage Crisis

Director: Ben Affleck Starring: Ben Affleck, Alan Arkin and John Goodman ‘Captivating CIA Thriller’ “Argo” is directed by Ben Affleck. … More

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“Gone Baby Gone” (2007) – Ben Affleck’s Captivating Thriller About Child Abductions

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

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“Armageddon” (1998) – Ben Affleck’s Dazzling Disaster Blockbuster

Director: Michael Bay Starring: Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck and Billy Bob Thorton ‘A Dazzling Blockbuster’ Over the past decade, the … More

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“Good Will Hunting” (1997) – Ben Affleck’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

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

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“Gone Girl” (2014) – Ben Affleck’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Broken Marriages

Director: David Fincher Starring: Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike and Neil Patrick Harris ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

Book Review, film, horror, movies, reviews

My Favourite Chris Pratt Movies 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

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“Moneyball” (2011) – Chris Pratt’s Captivating Baseball Classic

Director: Bennett Miller Starring: Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill and Phillip Seymour Hoffman ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses have made … More

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“Avengers: Endgame” (2019) – Chris Pratt’s Fantastic Avengers Farewell

Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth … More

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“Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” (2018) – Chris Pratt’s Spectacular Jurassic World Sequel

Director: J.A. Bayona Writers: Derek Connolly and Colin Trevorrow Starring: Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard and Jeff Goldblum ‘Dazzling Dinosaur … More

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“Avengers: Infinity War” (2018) – Chris Pratt’s Amazing Avengers Sequel

Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland … More

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