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“Gandhi” (1982) – Ben Kingsley’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Gandhi

Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in … More

entertainment, history, india, news, politics

“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, india, movies, news

“Raging Bull” (1980) – Robert De Niro’s Captivating Boxing Classic

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci and Cathy Moriarty ‘A Remarkable Boxing Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood … More

entertainment, film, martin-scorsese, movies, news

“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

bollywood, entertainment, india, movies, news

“The Report” (2019) – Scott Z. Burns’ Powerful Political Thriller About Terrorism Reporters

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

film, movies, netflix, news, reviews

“The Ides of March” (2011) – Ryan Gosling’s Powerful Political Masterpiece

Writer/Director: George Clooney Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Ryan Gosling and Paul Giamatti ‘A Powerful Political Masterpiece’ Not many actors have built … More

film, movies, news, politics, reviews

“The Report” (2019) – Scott Z. Burns’ Powerful Political Thriller About 9/11

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

film, movies, netflix, news, 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, india, movies, news

“Maestro” (2023) – Carey Mulligan’s Magnificent Musical Biopic

Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Matt Bomer                     … More

grammys, music, news

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

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

history, movies, news, titanic

“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

bollywood, entertainment, india, movies, news

My Favourite Kenneth Branagh Movies of All-Time

Not many actors possess charisma of Kenneth Branagh. Since the 1980’s, Branagh has becoming an icon. Whether it’s detectives solving … More

film, movies, news, shakespeare, theatre

“The Ides of March” (2011) – Paul Giamatti’s Powerful Political Masterpiece

Writer/Director: George Clooney Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Ryan Gosling and Paul Giamatti ‘A Powerful Political Masterpiece’ Not many actors have built … More

film, movies, news, politics, reviews

“Taare Zameen Par” (2009) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Intellectual Disabilities in India

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

bollywood, entertainment, india, movies, news

“The Report” (2019) – Scott Z. Burns’ Powerful Political Thriller About 9/11 Terrorism

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

film, movies, netflix, news, reviews

“The Ides of March” (2011) – George Clooney’s Powerful Political Masterpiece

Writer/Director: George Clooney Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Ryan Gosling and Paul Giamatti ‘A Powerful Political Masterpiece’ Not many actors have built … More

film, movies, news, politics, reviews

“Soul” (2020) – Angela Bassett’s Soul-Stirring Animated Classic

Writer/Director: Pete Docter Co-writers: Mike Jones and Kemp Powers Starring: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey and Graham Norton ‘Soulful Achievement’ People … More

film, movies, music, news, reviews

“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Brad Pitt’s Powerful Period Piece About Hollywood

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have … More

brad-pitt, film, movies, news, quentin-tarantino

“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, india, movies, news

“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

bollywood, entertainment, india, movies, news

“La Vie En Rose” (2007) – Marion Cotillard’s Magnificent Musical Masterpiece About Edith Piaf

Writer/Director: Olivier Dahan Starring: Marion Cotillard, Sylvie Testud and Pascal Greggory ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

film, movies, music, news, reviews

“Soul” (2020) – Jamie Foxx’s Soul-Stirring Animated Classic

Writer/Director: Pete Docter Co-writers: Mike Jones and Kemp Powers Starring: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey and Graham Norton ‘Soulful Achievement’ People … More

film, movies, music, news, reviews

“Maestro” (2023) – Carey Mulligan’s Breathtaking Biopic About a Maestro

Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Matt Bomer                     … More

grammys, music, news

“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, india, movies, news

“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

bollywood, entertainment, india, movies, news

“Titanic” (1997) – Kathy Bates’ Timeless Classic About a Tragic Shipwreck

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

history, movies, news, titanic

“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

books, film, movies, news, reviews

“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Brad Pitt’s Powerful Period Piece About Hollywood

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have … More

brad-pitt, film, movies, news, quentin-tarantino

“Hotel Rwanda” (2004) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Rwanda’s Genocide

Writer/Director: Terry George Starring: Don Cheadle, Joaquin Phoenix and Nick Nolte ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made a … More

africa, history, news, politics, rwanda

“Whiplash” (2014) – Damien Chazelle’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Motivated Music Students

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

damien-chazelle, film, movies, music, news

“Taare Zameen Par” (2007) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Intellectually Disabled Students

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

bollywood, entertainment, india, movies, news

“Maestro” (2023) – Bradley Cooper’s Breathtaking Biopic About a Maestro

Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Matt Bomer                     … More

grammys, music, news

“The Hangover” (2009) – Bradley Cooper’s Captivating Comedy About Hangovers

Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Heather Graham ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Alcohol addiction is a sensitive subject … More

cinema, comedy, film, movies, news

“Swades” (2004) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Immigration

Writer/Director: Ashutosh Gowariker Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Gayatri Joshi and Kishori Ballal ‘A Captivating Classic’ Immigration is a painful process … More

bollywood, entertainment, india, movies, news

“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, india, movies, news

“Gandhi” (1982) – Ben Kingsley’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Gandhi

Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in … More

entertainment, history, india, news, politics

“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

bollywood, cinema, entertainment, movies, news

“Taare Zameen Par” (2007) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Intellectually Disabled Students

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

bollywood, entertainment, india, movies, news

“The Report” (2019) – Adam Driver’s Powerful Political Thriller

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

film, horror, movies, netflix, news

“The Impossible” (2012) – Tom Holland’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Tsunami Survival

Director: J.A. Bayona Starring: Tom Holland, Ewan McGregor and Naomi Watts ‘A Magnificent Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

film, horror, movies, news, 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, india, movies, news

“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

bollywood, cinema, entertainment, movies, news

“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

“Gandhi” (1982) – Ben Kingsley’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Gandhi

Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in … More

entertainment, history, india, news, politics

“Hotel Rwanda” (2004) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Rwanda

Writer/Director: Terry George Starring: Don Cheadle, Joaquin Phoenix and Nick Nolte ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors have made a … More

africa, history, news, politics, rwanda

“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

bollywood, cinema, entertainment, movies, news

“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

“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

cinema, film, movies, netflix, news

“Soul” (2020) – Jamie Foxx’s Soul-Stirring Animated Classic

Writer/Director: Pete Docter Co-writers: Mike Jones and Kemp Powers Starring: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey and Graham Norton ‘Soulful Achievement’ People … More

film, movies, music, news, reviews

“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Brad Pitt’s Powerful Period Piece About Hollywood

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have … More

brad-pitt, film, movies, news, quentin-tarantino

“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

“Maestro” (2023) – Bradley Cooper’s Breathtaking Musical Biopic About a Maestro

Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Matt Bomer                     … More

grammys, music, news

“The Hangover” (2009) – Bradley Cooper’s Captivating Comedy About Hangovers

Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Heather Graham ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Alcohol addiction is a sensitive subject … More

cinema, comedy, film, movies, news

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

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

history, movies, news, titanic

“A Star is Born” (2018) – Bradley Cooper’s Magnificent Musical Masterpiece About Drug Addict Singers

Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga and Sam Elliot ‘A Magnificent Musical Masterpiece’ Few musicians with charisma are … More

lady-gaga, movies, music, news, reviews

“The Ides of March” (2011) – George Clooney’s Powerful Political Masterpiece

Writer/Director: George Clooney Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Ryan Gosling and Paul Giamatti ‘A Powerful Political Masterpiece’ Not many actors have built … More

film, movies, news, politics, 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

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

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

bollywood, cinema, entertainment, movies, news

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

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

film, history, horror, movies, news

“A Star is Born” (2018) – Bradley Cooper’s Magnificent Musical Masterpiece About Jealous Stars

Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga and Sam Elliot ‘A Magnificent Musical Masterpiece’ Few musicians with charisma are … More

lady-gaga, movies, music, news, reviews

“Raging Bull” (1980) – My Favourite Film About Jealousy of All-Time

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci and Cathy Moriarty ‘A Remarkable Boxing Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood … More

entertainment, film, martin-scorsese, movies, news

My Favourite Irrfan Khan Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Bollywood earned recognition of Irrfan Khan. Since the 1980’s, Khan became an Indian icon. Whether it’s … More

bollywood, entertainment, film, movies, news

“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

My Favourite Kenneth Branagh Movies of All-Time

Not many actors possess charisma of Kenneth Branagh. Since the 1980’s, Branagh has becoming an icon. Whether it’s detectives solving … More

books, film, movies, news, reading

“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

bollywood, cinema, entertainment, movies, news

“Maestro” (2023) – Carey Mulligan’s Breathtaking Musical Biopic

Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Matt Bomer                     … More

classical-music, music, news, orchestra, piano

“A Star is Born” (2018) – Bradley Cooper’s Meaningful Musical Masterpiece About Jealous Stars

Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga and Sam Elliot ‘A Magnificent Musical Masterpiece’ Few musicians with charisma are … More

lady-gaga, movies, music, news, reviews

“Titanic” (1997) – James Cameron’s Timeless Classic About Jealousy on a Tragic Shipwreck

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

history, movies, news, titanic

“Raging Bull” (1980) – My Favourite Film About Jealousy of All-Time

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci and Cathy Moriarty ‘A Remarkable Boxing Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood … More

film, martin-scorsese, movies, news, reviews

“La Vie en Rose” (2007) – Marion Cotillard’s Magnificent Musical Masterpiece About Edif Piaf

Writer/Director: Olivier Dahan Starring: Marion Cotillard, Sylvie Testud and Pascal Greggory ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

film, movies, music, news, reviews

“The Ides of March” (2011) – Ryan Gosling’s Powerful Political Masterpiece

Writer/Director: George Clooney Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Ryan Gosling and Paul Giamatti ‘A Powerful Political Masterpiece’ Not many actors have built … More

film, movies, news, politics, 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, film, movies, news, oscars

“Maestro” (2023) – Bradley Cooper’s Breathtaking Musical Biopic About a Maestro

Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Matt Bomer                     … More

classical-music, music, news, orchestra, piano

“A Star is Born” (2018) – Bradley Cooper’s Magnificent Musical About Stardom

Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga and Sam Elliot ‘A Magnificent Musical Masterpiece’ Few musicians with charisma are … More

lady-gaga, movies, music, news, reviews

“The Hangover” (2009) – Bradley Cooper’s Captivating Comedy Classic About Hangovers

Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Heather Graham ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Alcohol addiction is a sensitive subject … More

cinema, comedy, film, movies, news

“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

“Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol” (2011) – Tom Cruise’s Magnificent Mission Impossible Masterpiece

Director: Brad Bird Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner and Simon Pegg ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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

“The Hours” (2002) – Meryl Streep’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, film, movies, news, oscars

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

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

bollywood, entertainment, india, movies, news

“Gandhi” (1982) – Richard Attenborough’s Magnificent Historical Masterpiece About Gandhi

Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in … More

film, history, india, news, politics

My Favourite Helen Mirren Movies of All-Time

Not many actresses in Hollywood have earned appreciation of Helen Mirren. Since the 1960’s, Mirren has become a legendary icon. … More

film, hollywood, movies, news, reviews

“Swades” (2004) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Immigration

Writer/Director: Ashutosh Gowariker Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Gayatri Joshi and Kishori Ballal ‘A Captivating Classic’ Immigration is a painful process … More

bollywood, entertainment, india, movies, news

“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, film, movies, news, oscars

“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

blog, bollywood, entertainment, movies, news

“The Hours” (2002) – Meryl Streep’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, film, movies, news, oscars

“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

bollywood, entertainment, india, movies, news

“Maestro” (2023) – Carey Mulligan’s Breathtaking Musical Biopic

Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Matt Bomer                     … More

classical-music, music, news, orchestra, piano

“Dangal” (2016) – Aamir Khan’s Awe-Inspiring Indian Masterpiece About Wrestling

Writer/Director: Nitesh Tiwari Starring: Aamir Khan, Sakshi Tanwar and Fatima Sana Shaik ‘A Spectacular Sports Classic’ When it comes to … More

bollywood, cinema, entertainment, movies, news

“Gandhi” (1982) – Richard Attenborough’s Magnificent Historical Masterpiece about Gandhi

Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in … More

history, india, movies, news, politics

“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, film, movies, news, oscars

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

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

film, movies, nasa, news, science

“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, cinema, entertainment, movies, news

“The Hours” (2002) – Meryl Streep’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, film, movies, news, oscars

“The Ides of March” (2011) – George Clooney’s Powerful Political Masterpiece

Writer/Director: George Clooney Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Ryan Gosling and Paul Giamatti ‘A Powerful Political Masterpiece’ Not many actors have built … More

film, movies, news, politics, reviews

“The Hours” (2002) – Julianne Moore’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, film, movies, news, oscars

“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Tom Hooper’s Magnificent Masterpiece

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

fantasy, film, history, movies, news

“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, film, movies, news, oscars

“The Hours” (2002) – Nicole Kidman’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, film, movies, news, oscars

“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, cinema, entertainment, movies, news

“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

fantasy, film, history, movies, news

“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Tom Hooper’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Speech Therapists

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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“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Tom Hooper’s Magnificent Masterpiece About a Troubled 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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“Swades” (2004) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Immigration

Writer/Director: Ashutosh Gowariker Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Gayatri Joshi and Kishori Ballal ‘A Captivating Classic’ Immigration is a painful process … More

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“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Michael Gambon’s Meaningful Masterpiece About A Troubled 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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“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

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“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

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“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

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“Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol” (2011) – Tom Cruise’s Magnificent Mission Impossible Masterpiece

Director: Brad Bird Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner and Simon Pegg ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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My Favourite Irrfan Khan Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Bollywood earned recognition of Irrfan Khan. Since the 1980’s, Khan became an Indian icon. Whether it’s … More

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“Titanic” (1997) – Kathy Bates’ Timeless Classic About a Tragic Shipwreck

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

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My Favourite Ray Liotta Movies of All-Time

Not many actors had the charisma of Ray Liotta. Since the 1980’s, Liotta became a legendary icon. Whether it’s cruel … 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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“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Tom Hooper’s Magnificent Historical 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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“The Hours” (2002) – Meryl Streep’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

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“Swades” (2004) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Captivating Bollywood Classic About Love for Homeland

Writer/Director: Ashutosh Gowariker Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Gayatri Joshi and Kishori Ballal ‘A Captivating Classic’ Immigration is a painful process … More

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

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“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

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“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

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Emma Watson’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

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“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Timothy Spall’s Magnificent Masterpiece About a Troubled 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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“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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“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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“Inside Man” (2006) – Christopher Plummer’s Captivating Crime Classic About Bank Robberies

Director: Spike Lee Starring: Denzel Washington, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Jodie Foster ‘A Captivating Thriller’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“Hidden Figures” (2016) – Mahershala Ali’s Powerful NASA Historical Biopic

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

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Simon Curtis’ 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

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“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Tom Hooper’s Magnificent Masterpiece About a Troubled 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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“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

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

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“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

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Emma Watson’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

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“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

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“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

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“Gandhi” (1982) – Ben Kingsley’s Magnificent Historical Masterpiece About Gandhi

Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in … More

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“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

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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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“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

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“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Brad Pitt’s Powerful Period Piece about Hollywood

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have … More

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Simon Curtis’ 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

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“Soul” (2020) – Angela Bassett’s Soul-Stirring Animated Classic

Writer/Director: Pete Docter Co-writers: Mike Jones and Kemp Powers Starring: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey and Graham Norton ‘Soulful Achievement’ People … More

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“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Margot Robbie’s Powerful Period Piece About Hollywood

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have … More

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“Hidden Figures” (2016) – Kirsten Dunst’s Powerful Biopic About NASA’s Inspiring Black Women

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

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“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

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“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

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“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

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“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

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“La Vie En Rose” (2007) – Marion Cotillard’s Mesmerizing Musical Masterpiece

Writer/Director: Olivier Dahan Starring: Marion Cotillard, Sylvie Testud and Pascal Greggory ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

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“Soul” (2020) – Jamie Foxx’s Soul-Stirring Animated Classic

Writer/Director: Pete Docter Co-writers: Mike Jones and Kemp Powers Starring: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey and Graham Norton ‘Soulful Achievement’ People … More

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“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

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“Soul” (2020) – Angela Bassett’s Soul-Stirring Animated Classic

Writer/Director: Pete Docter Co-writers: Mike Jones and Kemp Powers Starring: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey and Graham Norton ‘Soulful Achievement’ People … More

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“Hidden Figures” (2016) – Theodore Melfi’s Powerful Historical Biopic About Racism in NASA

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

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“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

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Emma Watson’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

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“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Brad Pitt’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

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

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

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“Hidden Figures” (2016) – Theodore Melfi’s Brilliant Biopic About Discrimination in NASA

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

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“A Star is Born” (2018) – Bradley Cooper’s Magnificent Musical Masterpiece

Writer/Director: Bradley Cooper Starring: Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga and Sam Elliot ‘A Magnificent Musical Masterpiece’ Few musicians with charisma are … More

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“Swades” (2004) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Heartwarming Bollywood Masterpiece About Homeland

Writer/Director: Ashutosh Gowariker Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Gayatri Joshi and Kishori Ballal ‘A Captivating Classic’ Immigration is a painful process … More

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“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

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“Hidden Figures” (2016) – Mahershala Ali’s Powerful NASA Historical Biopic

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

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Emma Watson’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

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“Annette” (2021) – Adam Driver’s Magnificent Musical

Writer/Director: Leos Carax Co-writer: Sparks Brothers Starring: Adam Driver, Marion Cotillard and Simon Helberg ‘Magnificent Musical’ Is it just me … 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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“Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” (2018) – Chris Pratt’s Dazzling Dinosaur 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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“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Colin Firth’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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“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Margot Robbie’s Powerful Period Piece About Hollywood

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have … More

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“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

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Emma Watson’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

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“Hidden Figures” (2016) – Mahershala Ali’s Powerful NASA Historical Biopic

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

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“Gandhi” (1982) – Ben Kingsley’s Magnificent Masterpiece About Mahatma Gandhi

Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in … More

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

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

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“Inside Man” (2006) – Denzel Washington’s Captivating Classic About Bank Robberies

Director: Spike Lee Starring: Denzel Washington, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Jodie Foster ‘A Captivating Thriller’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“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

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“Annette” (2021) – Adam Driver’s Magnificent Musical About Stardom

Writer/Director: Leos Carax Co-writer: Sparks Brothers Starring: Adam Driver, Marion Cotillard and Simon Helberg ‘Magnificent Musical’ Is it just me … More

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Simon Curtis’ 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

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My Favourite Irrfan Khan Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Bollywood earned recognition of Irrfan Khan. Since the 1980’s, Khan became an Indian icon. Whether it’s … More

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“Swades” (2004) – Shah Rukh Khan’s Patriotic Bollywood Classic About Homeland

Writer/Director: Ashutosh Gowariker Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Gayatri Joshi and Kishori Ballal ‘A Captivating Classic’ Immigration is a painful process … More

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“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Michael Gambon’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

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“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

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“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

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“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

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“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Timothy Spall’s Magnificent Masterpiece About a Disabled 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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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Emma Watson’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

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“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

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“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

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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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My Favourite Helen Mirren Movies of All-Time

Not many actresses in Hollywood have earned appreciation of Helen Mirren. Since the 1960’s, Mirren has become a legendary icon. … More

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“Dangal” (2016) – Aamir Khan’s Incredible Indian Masterpiece About Wrestling Families

Writer/Director: Nitesh Tiwari Starring: Aamir Khan, Sakshi Tanwar and Fatima Sana Shaik ‘A Spectacular Sports Classic’ When it comes to … More

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“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

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Simon Curtis’ 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

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“Hidden Figures” (2016) – Theodore Melfi’s Powerful Biopic About NASA’s Motivated Women

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

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“Whiplash” (2014) – Damien Chazelle’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Motivated Jazz Drummers

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

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“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Brad Pitt’s Powerful Period Piece about Hollywood

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have … More

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“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Margot Robbie’s Powerful Period Piece About Hollywood

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have … More

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“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

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“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

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Emma Watson’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

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“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

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“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

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My Favourite Irrfan Khan Movies of All-Time

Not many actors in Bollywood earned recognition of Irrfan Khan. Since the 1980’s, Khan became an Indian icon. Whether it’s … More

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“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

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

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My Favourite Helen Mirren Movies of All-Time

Not many actresses in Hollywood have earned appreciation of Helen Mirren. Since the 1960’s, Mirren has become a legendary icon. … More

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“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

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“Hidden Figures” (2016) – Theodore Melfi’s Brilliant Historical Biopic About NASA’s Motivated Women

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

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Simon Curtis’ 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

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“Hidden Figures” (2016) – Octavia Spencer’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

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“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

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“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

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Emma Watson’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

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“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

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“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

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My Favourite Irrfan Khan Films of All-Time

Not many actors in Bollywood earned recognition of Irrfan Khan. Since the 1980’s, Khan became an Indian icon. Whether it’s … More

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“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

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“Hidden Figures” (2016) – Octavia Spencer’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

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“Inside Man” (2006) – Denzel Washington’s Captivating Crime Classic About Bank Robberies

Director: Spike Lee Starring: Denzel Washington, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Jodie Foster ‘A Captivating Thriller’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Simon Curtis’ 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

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“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

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“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

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Emma Watson’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

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“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

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“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

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“Gandhi” (1982) – Ben Kingsley’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Mahatma Gandhi

Director: Richard Attenborough Starring: Sir Ben Kingsley, Edward Fox and Martin Sheen ‘A Magnificent Indian Masterpiece’ Few historical figures in … More

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“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

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“La Vie En Rose” (2007) – Marion Cotillard’s Magnificent Musical Masterpiece About Edith Piaf

Writer/Director: Olivier Dahan Starring: Marion Cotillard, Sylvie Testud and Pascal Greggory ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actresses in Hollywood have … More

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

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

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“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019) – Brad Pitt’s Powerful Period Piece about Hollywood

Writer/Director: Quentin Tarantino Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie ‘Powerful Period Piece’ Few filmmakers in the world have … More

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“My Week With Marilyn” (2011) – Simon Curtis’ 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

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My Favourite Josh Brolin Films of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood have earned recognition of Josh Brolin. Since the 1990’s, Brolin has become a beloved icon. … More

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“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

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