- Pulp Fiction, a quintessential Quentin Tarantino piece, is a genre-defying blend of crime, drama, and black comedy. The film intricately weaves the lives of two hitmen - Vincent Vega (John Travolta) and Jules Winnfield (Samuel L. Jackson), with a washed-up boxer Butch Coolidge (Bruce Willis), and a mob boss's wife Mia Wallace (Uma Thurman). Punctuated by Tarantino's signature non-linear storytelling, the movie explores themes of redemption and consequences. It bagged the prestigious Palme d'Or at Cannes in 1994, testifying to its cinematic brilliance.
- Released: 1994
- Directed by: Quentin Tarantino
- On the lush alien world of Pandora live the Na'vi, beings who appear primitive but are highly evolved. Because the planet's environment is poisonous, human/Na'vi hybrids, called Avatars, must link to human minds to allow for free movement on Pandora. Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), a paralyzed former Marine, becomes mobile again through one such Avatar and falls in love with a Na'vi woman (Zoe Saldana). As a bond with her grows, he is drawn into a battle for the survival of her world.
- Released: 2009
- Directed by: James Cameron
- Deckard (Harrison Ford) is forced by the police Boss (M. Emmet Walsh) to continue his old job as Replicant Hunter. His assignment: eliminate four escaped Replicants from the colonies who have returned to Earth. Before starting the job, Deckard goes to the Tyrell Corporation and he meets Rachel (Sean Young), a Replicant girl he falls in love with.
- Released: 1982
- Directed by: Ridley Scott
In the classic thriller Jaws, the quiet summer resort of Amity Island is thrown into chaos by a deadly great white shark. Police Chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) must team up with oceanographer Matt Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss) and grizzled shark hunter Quint (Robert Shaw) to stop it. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film redefined the horror genre, creating the concept of a summer blockbuster. The film's tension-filled plot and iconic score won it three Academy Awards, including Best Original Score for John Williams. Despite its simple premise, Jaws remains an enduring masterpiece of suspense and fear.- Released: 1975
- Directed by: Steven Spielberg
Jeff Bridges plays Jeff Lebowski who insists on being called "the Dude," a laid-back, easygoing burnout who happens to have the same name as a millionaire whose wife owes a lot of dangerous people a whole bunch of money -- resulting in the Dude having his rug soiled, sending him spiraling into the Los Angeles underworld.- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Joel Coen
In this sequel set eleven years after "The Terminator," young John Connor (Edward Furlong), the key to civilization's victory over a future robot uprising, is the target of the shape-shifting T-1000 (Robert Patrick), a Terminator sent from the future to kill him. Another Terminator, the revamped T-800 (Arnold Schwarzenegger), has been sent back to protect the boy. As John and his mother (Linda Hamilton) go on the run with the T-800, the boy forms an unexpected bond with the robot.- Released: 1991
- Directed by: James Cameron
Neo (Keanu Reeves) believes that Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne), an elusive figure considered to be the most dangerous man alive, can answer his question -- What is the Matrix? Neo is contacted by Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss), a beautiful stranger who leads him into an underworld where he meets Morpheus. They fight a brutal battle for their lives against a cadre of viciously intelligent secret agents. It is a truth that could cost Neo something more precious than his life.- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Lilly Wachowski, Lana Wachowski
Die Hard, a classic action-thriller, revolves around New York cop John McClane (Bruce Willis). He's just trying to reconcile with his estranged wife, Holly (Bonnie Bedelia), at her company's Christmas Eve party. But things spiral out of control when German terrorist Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman) and his henchmen take over the high-rise building. Armed only with his wits and determination, McClane must face down the deadly adversaries, save the hostages, including his wife, and thwart Gruber's grandiose heist plan. A high-stakes game of cat and mouse ensues creating an unforgettable cinematic experience resulting in four Academy Award nominations.- Released: 1988
- Directed by: John McTiernan
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- In the heart of the sci-fi action thriller The Terminator, a cyborg assassin known as The Terminator (Arnold Schwarzenegger) is sent back in time from 2029 to 1984. His mission? To execute Sarah Connor (Linda Hamilton), whose unborn son is destined to lead humanity in a war against machines. Kyle Reese (Michael Biehn), a soldier from the same post-apocalyptic future, is also hurled back in time with an assignment to protect Sarah. It's a race against time, technology, and destiny itself. This James Cameron-directed film won several awards for its groundbreaking special effects and gripping narrative.
- Released: 1984
- Directed by: James Cameron
- A group of thieves assemble to pull of the perfect diamond heist. It turns into a bloody ambush when one of the men turns out to be a police informer. As the group begins to question each other's guilt, the heightening tensions threaten to explode the situation before the police step in.
- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Quentin Tarantino
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In the raucous comedy The Hangover, Phil (Bradley Cooper), Stu (Ed Helms), and Alan (Zach Galifianakis) awake after a wild bachelor party in Las Vegas with no memory of the previous night. The trio's soon-to-be-married buddy Doug (Justin Bartha) is missing, their hotel suite is trashed, and a tiger lurks in the bathroom. As they scramble to piece together the events of their blackout night and locate Doug, they encounter an array of eccentric characters and outrageous situations. A Golden Globe winner for Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy, The Hangover delivers laughs with its unforgettable blend of chaos and camaraderie.- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Todd Phillips
In a funny, moving and distinctly mind-bending journey through suburban America, one extraordinary but disenchanted teenager is about to take Time's Arrow for a ride. After surviving a freak accident, Donnie (Jake Gyllenhaal) begins to explore what it means to be alive, and in short order to be in love, he uncovers secrets of the universe that give him a tempting power to alter time and destiny.- Released: 2001
- Directed by: Richard Kelly
In this satirical take on Westerns, crafty railroad worker Bart (Cleavon Little) becomes the first black sheriff of Rock Ridge, a frontier town about to be destroyed in order to make way for a new railroad. Initially, the people of Rock Ridge harbor a racial bias toward their new leader. However, they warm to him after realizing that Bart and his perpetually drunk gunfighter friend (Gene Wilder) are the only defense against a wave of thugs sent to rid the town of its population.- Released: 1974
- Directed by: Mel Brooks
Experience the friendships, romances and adventures of a group of high school kids in the 1950s. Welcome to the singing and dancing world of "Grease," the most successful movie musical of all time. A wholesome exchange student (Olivia Newton-John) and a leather-clad Danny (John Travolta) have a summer romance, but will it cross clique lines?- Released: 1978
- Directed by: Randal Kleiser
The sleepy little town of Woodsboro just woke up screaming. There's a killer in their midst who's seen a few too many scary movies. Suddenly nobody is safe, as the psychopath stalks victims, taunts them with trivia questions, then rips them to bloody shreds. It could be anybody...- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Wes Craven
The Top Gun Naval Fighter Weapons School is where the best of the best train to refine their elite flying skills. When hotshot fighter pilot Maverick (Tom Cruise) is sent to the school, his reckless attitude and cocky demeanor put him at odds with the other pilots, especially the cool and collected Iceman (Val Kilmer). But Maverick isn't only competing to be the top fighter pilot, he's also fighting for the attention of his beautiful flight instructor, Charlotte Blackwood (Kelly McGillis).- Released: 1986
- Directed by: Tony Scott
- In the 1980 comedy Airplane!, ex-fighter pilot Ted Striker (Robert Hays) finds himself thrust into an unexpected role. When food poisoning incapacitates the flight crew, including his ex-girlfriend Elaine Dickinson (Julie Hagerty), Striker must overcome his crippling fear of flying to land the plane safely. The film, directed by Jim Abrahams and the Zucker brothers, is renowned for its rapid-fire humor and satirical take on disaster films. Leslie Nielsen plays Dr. Rumack, a character whose deadpan delivery became iconic. Despite its comedic nature, Airplane! won a BAFTA award for Best Screenplay.
- Released: 1980
- Directed by: Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, Jerry Zucker
A billionaire industrialist and genius inventor, Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.), is conducting weapons tests overseas, but terrorists kidnap him to force him to build a devastating weapon. Instead, he builds an armored suit and upends his captors. Returning to America, Stark refines the suit and uses it to combat crime and terrorism.- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Jon Favreau
- In Wes Craven's classic slasher film, several Midwestern teenagers fall prey to Freddy Krueger (Robert Englund), a disfigured midnight mangler who preys on the teenagers in their dreams -- which, in turn, kills them in reality. After investigating the phenomenon, Nancy (Heather Langenkamp) begins to suspect that a dark secret kept by her and her friends' parents may be the key to unraveling the mystery, but can Nancy and her boyfriend Glen (Johnny Depp) solve the puzzle before it's too late?
- Released: 1984
- Directed by: Wes Craven
- As the son of Odin (Anthony Hopkins), king of the Norse gods, Thor (Chris Hemsworth) will soon inherit the throne of Asgard from his aging father. However, on the day that he is to be crowned, Thor reacts with brutality when the gods' enemies, the Frost Giants, enter the palace in violation of their treaty. As punishment, Odin banishes Thor to Earth. While Loki (Tom Hiddleston), Thor's brother, plots mischief in Asgard, Thor, now stripped of his powers, faces his greatest threat.
- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Kenneth Branagh
Star Trek, a science fiction film directed by J.J. Abrams, embarks on a thrilling journey through the cosmos. The plot centers around James T. Kirk (Chris Pine), an impulsive cadet at Starfleet Academy, and Spock (Zachary Quinto), a Vulcan who struggles to reconcile his logical nature with his human half. Together, they must thwart the diabolical plans of the villainous Nero (Eric Bana). Aided by an ensemble cast of memorable characters like Uhura (Zoe Saldana) and Bones (Karl Urban), they navigate interstellar politics, alien races, and black holes. Filled with action-packed sequences and intricate storylines, Star Trek is both a reboot and homage to the original TV series. The film won an Academy Award for Best Makeup.- Released: 2009
- Directed by: J.J. Abrams
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Lester Burnham (Kevin Spacey) is a gainfully employed suburban husband and father. Fed up with his boring, stagnant existence, he quits his job and decides to reinvent himself as a pot-smoking, responsibility-shirking teenager. What follows is at once cynical, hysterical, and, eventually, tragically uplifting.- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Sam Mendes
In Iron Man 2, an action-packed sequel, Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) grapples with the pressures of being a superhero. He is pursued by the U.S government for his Iron Man technology and faces a formidable new adversary - Ivan Vanko (Mickey Rourke), who has a personal vendetta against him. Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow) and James Rhodes (Don Cheadle) lend their support as Stark's world unravels. Directed by Jon Favreau, this Marvel production offers thrilling sequences and explores Stark's struggle to balance his public persona with his private vulnerabilities. The film won a Saturn Award for Best Science Fiction Film in 2011.- Released: 2010
- Directed by: Jon Favreau
Leonard (Guy Pearce) is tracking down the man who raped and murdered his wife. The difficulty, however, of locating his wife's killer is compounded by the fact that he suffers from a rare, untreatable form of memory loss. Although he can recall details of life before his accident, Leonard cannot remember what happened fifteen minutes ago, where he's going, or why.- Released: 2000
- Directed by: Christopher Nolan
- 3rd Evil Dead movie. Ash (Bruce Campbell) finds himself trapped in medieval times. He must quest for the Necronomicon, a book of evil which can return him to his time. Unfortunately, he releases the evil trapped inside the book and unleashes an army of the dead.
- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Sam Raimi
- After a virus turns most people into zombies, the world's surviving humans remain locked in an ongoing battle against the hungry undead. Four survivors -- Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson) and his cohorts Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg), Wichita (Emma Stone) and Little Rock (Abigail Breslin) -- abide by a list of survival rules and zombie-killing strategies as they make their way toward a rumored safe haven in Los Angeles.
- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Ruben Fleischer
In the heart of Beverly Hills, high schooler Cher Horowitz (Alicia Silverstone) reigns as a self-proclaimed fashionista and matchmaker. Clueless, a comedy-drama flick directed by Amy Heckerling, sees Cher navigating the tricky waters of adolescence while attempting to handle love interests and maintain her social status. Alongside Cher is her best friend Dionne Davenport (Stacey Dash), who aids in her various escapades. The film, an amusing modern adaptation of Jane Austen's Emma, cleverly taps into teenage angst and the complexities of young love. Despite its light-hearted tone, it subtly addresses pertinent social issues, making it a timeless classic.- Released: 1995
- Directed by: Amy Heckerling
Daniel (Ralph Macchio) moves to Southern California with his mother, Lucille (Randee Heller), but quickly finds himself the target of a group of bullies who study karate at the Cobra Kai dojo. Fortunately, Daniel befriends Mr. Miyagi (Noriyuki "Pat" Morita), an unassuming repairman who just happens to be a martial arts master himself. Miyagi takes Daniel under his wing, training him in a more compassionate form of karate and preparing him to compete against the brutal Cobra Kai.- Released: 1984
- Directed by: John G. Avildsen
In Dirty Harry, a gritty 1971 thriller, Inspector Harry Callahan (Clint Eastwood) prowls the streets of San Francisco. He's relentless, unorthodox and carries a .44 Magnum - the world's most powerful handgun. When a rooftop sniper known as Scorpio (Andy Robinson) terrorizes the city, it's up to Callahan to stop him. The film, directed by Don Siegel, is renowned for its raw portrayal of urban crime and its iconic protagonist. Despite controversy over its violence and ethical ambiguity, Dirty Harry remains a landmark in cinematic history.- Released: 1971
- Directed by: Don Siegel
- When car dealer Charlie Babbitt (Tom Cruise) learns that his estranged father has died, he returns home to Cincinnati, where he discovers that he has an autistic older brother named Raymond (Dustin Hoffman) and that his father's $3 million fortune is being left to the mental institution in which Raymond lives. Motivated by his father's money, Charlie checks Raymond out of the facility in order to return with him to Los Angeles. The brothers' cross-country trip ends up changing both their lives.
- Released: 1988
- Directed by: Barry Levinson
Two intergalactic races of robots crash land on Earth, with the future of humankind hanging in balance as they battle for the ultimate power source.- Released: 2007
- Directed by: Michael Bay
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- When prostitute Delilah Fitzgerald (Anna Thomson) is disfigured by a pair of cowboys in Big Whiskey, Wyoming, her fellow brothel workers post a reward for their murder, much to the displeasure of sheriff Little Bill Daggett (Gene Hackman), who doesn't allow vigilantism in his town. Two groups of gunfighters, one led by aging former bandit William Munny (Clint Eastwood), the other by the florid English Bob (Richard Harris), come to collect the reward, clashing with each other and the sheriff.
- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Clint Eastwood
In the heart of Los Angeles, private investigator Jake Gittes (Jack Nicholson) is immersed in a web of deceit and corruption in the neo-noir classic Chinatown. Directed by Roman Polanski, this 1974 film delves into the city's grim underbelly, exposing water supply conspiracies and shocking family secrets. With Evelyn Mulwray (Faye Dunaway) at the center of the mystery, Gittes navigates treacherous waters to uncover the truth. The film clinched an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay while earning eleven nominations. Chinatown remains an enduring testament to masterful storytelling in cinema.- Released: 1974
- Directed by: Roman Polanski
Benjamin Braddock (Dustin Hoffman) has just finished college and, back at his parents' house, he's trying to avoid the one question everyone keeps asking: What does he want to do with his life? An unexpected diversion crops up when he is seduced by Mrs. Robinson (Anne Bancroft), a bored housewife and friend of his parents. But what begins as a fun tryst turns complicated when Benjamin falls for the one woman Mrs. Robinson demanded he stay away from, her daughter, Elaine (Katharine Ross).- Released: 1967
- Directed by: Mike Nichols
- In the classic Western film Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, we follow the lives of two charismatic outlaws, Butch Cassidy (Paul Newman) and The Sundance Kid (Robert Redford). The duo forms the core of the notorious 'Hole in the Wall' Gang, known for their audacious bank and train robberies. As the law closes in on them, they decide to flee to Bolivia, hoping for a fresh start. Directed by George Roy Hill, this 1969 film won four Academy Awards, including Best Original Screenplay. Despite the adventurous facade, it subtly explores themes of friendship and changing times.
- Released: 1969
- Directed by: George Roy Hill
- Unraveling the complexities of paranoia, Vertigo is an Alfred Hitchcock masterpiece that has captivated audiences for decades. The film centers on retired San Francisco detective John Scottie Ferguson (James Stewart), who suffers from crippling acrophobia. When a former acquaintance, Gavin Elster (Tom Helmore), hires him to follow his wife Madeleine (Kim Novak), he's drawn into a whirlwind of deceit, obsession, and ultimately, vertigo. This 1958 psychological thriller won accolades for its innovative camera techniques that simulate the dizzying heights inducing vertigo. A classic example of Hitchcock's storytelling prowess, Vertigo remains a testament to his influential place in cinema history.
- Released: 1958
- Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock
In the action-comedy film Beverly Hills Cop, street-smart Detroit cop Axel Foley (Eddie Murphy) lands in the swanky streets of Beverly Hills. His mission? To solve his best friend's murder. Not your average law enforcer, Foley's unorthodox methods and brash approach ruffle feathers within the local police department, notably with by-the-book detective Billy Rosewood (Judge Reinhold). As Foley navigates this foreign territory, he uncovers a network of criminality that runs deeper than expected. Winning a People's Choice Award for Favorite Motion Picture, Beverly Hills Cop combines suspense with humor in a unique blend that keeps viewers on their toes.- Released: 1984
- Directed by: Martin Brest
Writer-director Paul Haggis interweaves several connected stories about race, class, family and gender in Los Angeles in the aftermath of 9/11. Characters include a district attorney (Brendan Fraser) and his casually prejudiced wife (Sandra Bullock), dating police detectives Graham (Don Cheadle) and Ria (Jennifer Esposito), a victimized Middle Eastern store owner and a wealthy African-American couple (Terrence Dashon Howard, Thandie Newton) humiliated by a racist traffic cop (Matt Dillon).- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Paul Haggis
Melanie Daniels (Tippi Hedren) meets Mitch Brenner (Rod Taylor) in a San Francisco pet store and decides to follow him home. She brings with her the gift of two love birds and they strike up a romance. One day birds start attacking children at Mitch's sisters party. A huge assault starts on the town by attacking birds.- Released: 1963
- Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock
A prostitute and a wealthy businessman fall for one another, forming an unlikely pair; while on a business trip in Los Angeles, Edward, who makes a living buying and breaking up companies, picks up a prostitute, Vivian, on a lark; after Edward hires Vivian to stay with him for the weekend, the two get closer, only to discover there are significant hurdles to overcome as they try to bridge the gap between their very different worlds.- Released: 1990
- Directed by: Garry Marshall
When ghostly pirate Davy Jones (Bill Nighy) comes to collect a blood debt, Capt. Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) must find a way to avoid his fate lest his soul be damned for all time. Nevertheless, the wily ghost manages to interrupt the wedding plans of Jack's friends Will Turner (Orlando Bloom) and Elizabeth Swann (Keira Knightley).- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Gore Verbinski
Tre is sent to live with his father, Furious Styles, in tough South Central Los Angeles. Although his hard-nosed father instills proper values and respect in him, and his devout girlfriend Brandi teaches him about faith, Tre's friends Doughboy and Ricky don't have the same kind of support and are drawn into the neighborhood's booming drug and gang culture, with increasingly tragic results.- Released: 1991
- Directed by: John Singleton
- In Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, the intrepid Captain James T. Kirk (William Shatner) faces an old foe, genetically-engineered tyrant Khan Noonien Singh (Ricardo Montalban), who seeks revenge and poses a dire threat to humanity. A grapple for power unfolds in the vast expanse of space, as Kirk's protege, Mr. Spock (Leonard Nimoy), confronts his own mortality. This science fiction adventure, helmed by Nicholas Meyer, delivers an engaging blend of action, suspense and compelling character dynamics. The film won a Saturn Award for Best Science Fiction Film, underscoring its place in the annals of cinematic history.
- Released: 1982
- Directed by: Nicholas Meyer
In Super 8, a group of young friends in a small Ohio town witness a catastrophic train crash while making a super 8 movie. The accident, however, is no mere mishap. Joe Lamb (Joel Courtney), Alice Dainard (Elle Fanning), and their friends soon find themselves grappling with inexplicable events and mysterious disappearances. As they dig deeper into the bizarre occurrences, they stumble upon something much bigger than them - an extraordinary secret that's not of this world. Directed by J.J. Abrams and produced by Steven Spielberg, this science-fiction thriller intertwines friendship, first love, and otherworldly mystery in a nostalgic homage to late-70s suburbia.- Released: 2011
- Directed by: J.J. Abrams
Interview with the Vampire is a compelling exploration of immortality, guilt, and human nature. The film unravels the centuries-long life of Louis de Pointe du Lac (Brad Pitt), a reluctant vampire, as he recounts his tale to a modern-day journalist (Christian Slater). Turned into a vampire by the charismatic yet ruthless Lestat de Lioncourt (Tom Cruise), Louis grapples with his new existence. Claudia (Kirsten Dunst), a child turned into a vampire, adds another layer of complexity to their unconventional family dynamic. This Gothic horror-drama, based on Anne Rice's popular novel, earned two Academy Award nominations and remains an iconic entry in the vampire genre.- Released: 1994
- Directed by: Neil Jordan
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- In National Lampoon's Vacation, the Griswold family, led by the well-intentioned but often misguided Clark (Chevy Chase), embarks on a cross-country road trip to the fictional amusement park Walley World. With high hopes for a perfect family bonding experience, the vacation instead turns into a series of comical misadventures. From quirky relatives to highway mishaps, the journey becomes a true test of their family bond, patience, and spirit.
- Released: 1983
- Directed by: Harold Ramis
Frank Drebin (Leslie Nielsen), a rather clueless police detective, tries to foil a plot to turn innocent people into assassins through mind control. After his partner, Norberg (O.J. Simpson), is shot, Frank sets out to find the culprit, leading him to business tycoon Vincent Ludwig (Ricardo Montalban). However, Frank has no evidence until he meets Jane Spencer (Priscilla Presley), Ludwig's assistant. She knows nothing about Ludwig's devious plans, but falls for Frank and agrees to help him.- Released: 1988
- Directed by: David Zucker
In What Dreams May Come, we plunge into the surreal, ethereal narrative woven by director Vincent Ward. Chris Nielsen (Robin Williams), a loving husband and father, meets an untimely end in a car accident. This tragedy propels him into a stunningly vivid afterlife, where he navigates landscapes born from his own imagination. When he learns his wife Annie (Annabella Sciorra) is trapped in her own version of hell due to her despair, he embarks on a daring rescue mission with a tracker Albert (Cuba Gooding Jr.). The film is a visual masterpiece that earned an Academy Award for Best Visual Effects. It's a profound exploration of love and the afterlife, with compelling performances from its leading cast.- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Vincent Ward
- Three policemen, each with his own motives and obsessions, tackle the corruption surrounding an unsolved murder at a downtown Los Angeles coffee shop in the early 1950s. Detective Lieutenant Exley (Guy Pearce), the son of a murdered detective, is out to avenge his father's killing. The ex-partner of Officer White (Russell Crowe), implicated in a scandal rooted out by Exley, was one of the victims. Sergeant Vincennes (Kevin Spacey) feeds classified information to a tabloid magnate (Danny DeVito).
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Curtis Hanson
- A dark-haired woman (Laura Elena Harring) is left amnesiac after a car crash. She wanders the streets of Los Angeles in a daze before taking refuge in an apartment. There she is discovered by Betty (Naomi Watts), a wholesome Midwestern blonde who has come to the City of Angels seeking fame as an actress. Together, the two attempt to solve the mystery of Rita's true identity. The story is set in a dream-like Los Angeles, spoilt neither by traffic jams nor smog.
- Released: 2001
- Directed by: David Lynch
- Troubled that he has little access to his children, divorced Daniel Hillard (Robin Williams) hatches an elaborate plan. With help from his creative brother Frank (Harvey Fierstein), he dresses as an older British woman and convinces his ex-wife, Miranda (Sally Field), to hire him as a nanny. "Mrs. Doubtfire" wins over the children and helps Daniel become a better parent -- but when both Daniel and his nanny persona must meet different parties at the same restaurant, his secrets may be exposed.
- Released: 1993
- Directed by: Chris Columbus
When a Chinese diplomat's daughter is kidnapped in Los Angeles, he calls in Hong Kong Detective Inspector Lee (Jackie Chan) to assist the FBI with the case. But the FBI doesn't want anything to do with Lee, and they dump him off on the LAPD, who assign wisecracking Detective James Carter (Chris Tucker) to watch over him. Although Lee and Carter can't stand each other, they choose to work together to solve the case on their own when they figure out they've been ditched by both the FBI and police.- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Brett Ratner
A world-class playboy and part-time special agent, Powers is defrosted after 30 years in a cryogenic freeze to match wits with his nemesis, Dr. Evil (also played by Myers). Possessing antiquated spy skills and mod mannerisms from the `60s, Austin must confront a villain like no other while making peace with his own out-of-date, swinging sexuality.- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Jay Roach
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In Tropic Thunder, a comedic action-packed spectacle, a group of self-absorbed actors find themselves in over their heads while shooting a big-budget war movie. Leading man Tugg Speedman (Ben Stiller) joins forces with five-time Academy Award-winning Australian method actor Kirk Lazarus (Robert Downey Jr.), action star Jeff Portnoy (Jack Black), and other eccentric cast members. However, the line between fiction and reality blurs as they're unwittingly thrown into real-life combat. Directed by Ben Stiller, this film is a satirical jab at Hollywood's sometimes absurd inner workings and the pretentiousness that often accompanies stardom.- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Ben Stiller
When flight attendant Jackie Brown (Pam Grier) is busted smuggling money for her arms dealer boss, Ordell Robbie (Samuel L. Jackson), agent Ray Nicolette (Michael Keaton) and detective Mark Dargus (Michael Bowen) want her help to bring down Robbie. Facing jail time for her silence or death for her cooperation, Brown decides instead to double-cross both parties and make off with the smuggled money. Meanwhile, she enlists the help of bondsman Max Cherry (Robert Forster), a man who loves her.- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Quentin Tarantino
Two years after the disastrous events in Las Vegas, it is now Stu's (Ed Helms) turn to walk down the aisle. Since his bride is from Thailand, Stu decides to hold the wedding there. Desperately hoping to avoid the mayhem of Doug's (Justin Bartha) bachelor party, Stu chooses what he thinks will be a safe option: an alcohol-free, prewedding brunch. But this being Thailand, and with Phil (Bradley Cooper) and Alan (Zach Galifianakis) again in attendance, anything can happen.- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Todd Phillips
Now 25, Connor (Nick Stahl) lives with no record of his existence -- no way he can be traced by Skynet. Out of the shadows of the future steps the T-X (Kristanna Loken), Skynet's most sophisticated cyborg killing machine yet. Now Connor's only hope for survival is the Terminator (Arnold Schwarzenegger), his mysterious former assassin. Together, they must triumph over the technologically superior T-X and forestall the looming threat of Judgment Day.- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Jonathan Mostow
- In the distant future, the Earth is at war with a race of giant alien insects. Little is known about the Bugs except that they are intent on the eradication of all human life. But there was a time before the war... A Mobile Infantry travels to distant alien planets to take the war to the Bugs. They are a ruthless enemy with only one mission: Survival of their species no matter what the cost...
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Paul Verhoeven
In Point Break, adrenaline-charged action meets the thrilling world of crime. Johnny Utah (Keanu Reeves), a young FBI agent, infiltrates a cunning team of thrill-seeking elite athletes led by the charismatic Bodhi (Patrick Swayze). The athletes are suspected of carrying out unprecedented corporate heists under the veil of extreme sports. As Utah ventures deeper into Bodhi's lifestyle, his own loyalties are tested. This electrifying blend of action and crime, directed by Kathryn Bigelow, keeps viewers on the edge with its stunning stunts and high-stakes drama.- Released: 1991
- Directed by: Kathryn Bigelow
In this noir classic, detective Sam Spade (Humphrey Bogart) gets more than he bargained for when he takes a case brought to him by a beautiful but secretive woman (Mary Astor). As soon as Miss Wonderly shows up, trouble follows as Sam's partner is murdered and Sam is accosted by a man (Peter Lorre) demanding he locate a valuable statuette. Sam, entangled in a dangerous web of crime and intrigue, soon realizes he must find the one thing they all seem to want: the bejeweled Maltese falcon.- Released: 1941
- Directed by: John Huston
Tom (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), greeting-card writer and hopeless romantic, is caught completely off-guard when his girlfriend, Summer (Zooey Deschanel), suddenly dumps him. He reflects on their 500 days together to try to figure out where their love affair went sour, and in doing so, Tom rediscovers his true passions in life.- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Marc Webb
- In the offbeat crime film True Romance, Clarence Worley (Christian Slater), a comic book store clerk, falls for a call girl named Alabama Whitman (Patricia Arquette). Their whirlwind romance takes a dangerous turn when Clarence confronts and murders Alabama's pimp. Suddenly, they find themselves on the run with a suitcase of cocaine that belongs to the Mob. The duo's desperate bid for freedom leads them from Detroit to Hollywood, pursued by ruthless gangsters and corrupt cops. Directed by Tony Scott and written by Quentin Tarantino, this 1993 movie weaves an unpredictable tale of love and violence against the backdrop of America's underbelly.
- Released: 1993
- Directed by: Tony Scott
For many years, humans have reported various UFO sightings around the world, fueling speculation about the existence of life on other worlds. In 2011, mankind learns the truth the hard way when alien invaders attack. One by one, the world's great cities fall, leaving Los Angeles as the battleground for humanity's last stand. It's up to a Marine staff sergeant (Aaron Eckhart) and his platoon to draw a line in the sand against a powerful enemy unlike any previously encountered.- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Jonathan Liebesman
In Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home, the crew of the USS Enterprise, led by Captain James T. Kirk (William Shatner) and Commander Spock (Leonard Nimoy), face a dire ecological crisis threatening Earth. In response, they embark on a daring time-travel mission to 20th-century San Francisco to retrieve two humpback whales‚ species extinct in their time‚ in hopes of communicating with a destructive alien probe. The film, part of the popular science-fiction franchise Star Trek, is renowned for its unique blend of humor, adventure, and environmental commentary. This installment won critical acclaim for its innovative plot and was nominated for four Academy Awards in technical categories.- Released: 1986
- Directed by: Leonard Nimoy
In the atmospheric film Dracula, Count Dracula (Bela Lugosi) emerges from Transylvanian shadows, a creature of the night with a thirst for human blood. He travels to England, leaving a trail of terror in his wake. Renowned vampire hunter Van Helsing (Edward Van Sloan) is hot on his heels, intent on ending Dracula's reign of horror. The chilling narrative escalates as the count sets his sights on Mina (Helen Chandler), driving her friends and family into a desperate race against time. This iconic 1931 horror classic, directed by Tod Browning, won three Academy Awards and remains a staple in the genre.- Released: 1931
- Directed by: Tod Browning
The mysterious Catherine Tramell (Sharon Stone), a beautiful crime novelist, becomes a suspect when she is linked to the brutal death of a rock star. Investigated by homicide detective Nick Curran (Michael Douglas), Catherine seduces him into an intense relationship. Meanwhile, the murder case becomes increasingly complicated when more seemingly connected deaths occur and Nick's psychologist and lover, Beth Garner (Jeanne Tripplehorn), appears to be another suspect.- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Paul Verhoeven
- Down-on-his-luck private eye Eddie Valiant (Bob Hoskins) gets hired by cartoon producer R.K. Maroon (Alan Tilvern) to investigate an adultery scandal involving Jessica Rabbit (Kathleen Turner), the sultry wife of Maroon's biggest star, Roger Rabbit (Charles Fleischer). But when Marvin Acme (Stubby Kaye), Jessica's alleged paramour and the owner of Toontown, is found murdered, the villainous Judge Doom (Christopher Lloyd) vows to catch and destroy Roger.
- Released: 1988
- Directed by: Robert Zemeckis
In this final chapter, Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) obtains a 70-year-old message from the time-traveling Dr. Emmett Brown (Christopher Lloyd), in which he informs Marty that he has retired to a small town in the Old West. Marty then finds out that the Doc was murdered shortly after sending the letter. In order to save his friend, Marty will have to travel back in time, disentangle a lovestruck Doc from a local schoolmarm, and repair the DeLorean -- all while avoiding a posse of gunslingers.- Released: 1990
- Directed by: Robert Zemeckis
Rising journalist Alison Scott (Katherine Heigl) hits a serious bump in the road after a one-night stand with irresponsible slacker Ben Stone (Seth Rogen) results in pregnancy. Rather than raise the baby on her own, she decides to give Ben a chance to prove he is father material. However, he is unsure if he is ready to be a parent, and both wonder if they would be compatible lifetime partners.- Released: 2007
- Directed by: Judd Apatow
After a heist in Venice, Steve turns on his partners in crime, killing safecracker John Bridger and keeping all the gold for himself; the rest of the team, including leader Charlie Croker, driver Handsome Rob, explosives man Left Ear and tech geek Lyle, vows revenge; they enlist the help of Bridger's daughter, Stella and plot to recover the gold from Steve's Los Angeles mansion.- Released: 2003
- Directed by: F. Gary Gray
Based on the novel by Richard Hooker, M*A*S*H follows a group of Mobile Army Surgical Hospital officers at they perform surgery and pass the time just miles from the front lines of the Korean Conflict. Led by Captains Hawkeye Pierce (Donald Sutherland) and Trapper John McIntyre (Elliott Gould), they add to the chaos and hilarity of the situation.- Released: 1970
- Directed by: Robert Altman
FBI chemical warfare expert Stanley Goodspeed (Nicolas Cage) is sent on an urgent mission with a former British spy, John Patrick Mason (Sean Connery), to stop Gen. Francis X. Hummel (Ed Harris) from launching chemical weapons on Alcatraz Island into San Francisco. Gen. Hummel demands $100 million in war reparations to be paid to the families of slain servicemen who died on covert operations. After their SEAL team is wiped out, Stanley and John deal with the soldiers on their own.- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Michael Bay
The Enterprise and its crew follow a Borg ship through a time warp to prevent the Borg from taking over the Earth in a past era. Stuck in the past, Geordi La Forge (LeVar Burton) helps a pioneer of space travel (James Cromwell) in his efforts to create the first warp drive while Capt. Picard (Patrick Stewart) and Cmdr. Data (Brent Spiner) battle the Borg Queen (Alice Krige) as she tries to take over the Enterprise.- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Jonathan Frakes
Four years after "Jurassic Park", mathematician Ian Malcolm ventures onto a second island to save his girlfriend from becoming dinosaur bait.- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Steven Spielberg
Surveillance expert Harry Caul (Gene Hackman) is hired by a mysterious client's brusque aide (Harrison Ford) to tail a young couple, Mark (Frederic Forrest) and Ann (Cindy Williams). Tracking the pair through San Francisco's Union Square, Caul and his associate Stan (John Cazale) manage to record a cryptic conversation between them. Tormented by memories of a previous case that ended badly, Caul becomes obsessed with the resulting tape, trying to determine if the couple are in danger.- Released: 1974
- Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
Playboy vet Henry sets his heart on romancing Lucy, but she has short-term memory loss; she can't remember anything that happened the day before. So every morning, Henry has to woo her again. Her friends and family are very protective, and Henry must convince them that he's in it for love.- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Peter Segal
Adaptation, a drama-comedy film, spins an intriguing tale of self-reflection and artistic struggle. The plot centers on Charlie Kaufman (Nicolas Cage), a talented but troubled screenwriter grappling with the challenge of adapting 'The Orchid Thief', a non-fiction book by Susan Orlean (Meryl Streep). As he dives deeper into the story, his own life begins to intertwine with that of the book's protagonist, John Laroche (Chris Cooper), creating a complex narrative that blurs reality and fiction. Directed by Spike Jonze, this movie bagged an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor (Chris Cooper). It is celebrated for its witty dialogue, unique storyline, and compelling performances.- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Spike Jonze
A cab driver realizes his current fare is a hit man that has been having him drive around from mark to mark until the last witness to a crime is dead. When the cabbie finally figures out the truth, he must prevent the assassin from wiping out his last witness without becoming the next in the professional killer's line of casualties.- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Michael Mann
In the 1920s, actor George Valentin (Jean Dujardin) is a bona fide matinee idol with many adoring fans. While working on his latest film, George finds himself falling in love with an ingenue named Peppy Miller (Bérénice Bejo) and, what's more, it seems Peppy feels the same way. But George is reluctant to cheat on his wife with the beautiful young actress. The growing popularity of sound in movies further separates the potential lovers, as George's career begins to fade while Peppy's star rises.- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Michel Hazanavicius
Immerse yourself in the nostalgic whirlwind of American Graffiti, a 1973 comedy-drama directed by George Lucas. The spotlight shines on a group of freshly graduated high school friends, led by Steve Bolander (Ron Howard) and Curt Henderson (Richard Dreyfuss). As they navigate through a single night filled with drag racing, drive-ins and rock 'n' roll, they grapple with life-altering decisions about their futures. This film is an ode to the end of an era, offering a snapshot of American youth in the early 60s. Notably, it received five Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture.- Released: 1973
- Directed by: George Lucas
Brennan Huff (Will Ferrell) and Dale Doback (John C. Reilly) have one thing in common: they are both lazy, unemployed leeches who still live with their parents. When Brennan's mother and Dale's father marry and move in together, it turns the overgrown boys' world upside down. Their insane rivalry and narcissism pull the new family apart, forcing them to work together to reunite their parents.- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Adam McKay
Bruce Lee plays a martial-arts expert determined to help capture the narcotics dealer whose gang was responsible for the death of his sister. Lee enters a kung fu competition in an attempt to fight his way to the dealer's headquarters with the help of some friends.- Released: 1973
- Directed by: Robert Clouse
Life is a struggle for single father Chris Gardner (Will Smith). Evicted from their apartment, he and his young son (Jaden Christopher Syre Smith) find themselves alone with no place to go. Even though Chris eventually lands a job as an intern at a prestigious brokerage firm, the position pays no money. The pair must live in shelters and endure many hardships, but Chris refuses to give in to despair as he struggles to create a better life for himself and his son.- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Gabriele Muccino
In the midst of the Great Depression, a businessman (Jeff Bridges) coping with the tragic death of his son, a jockey with a history of brutal injuries (Tobey Maguire) and a down-and-out horse trainer (Chris Cooper) team up to help Seabiscuit, a temperamental, undersized racehorse. At first the horse struggles to win, but eventually Seabiscuit becomes one of the most successful thoroughbreds of all time, and inspires a nation at a time when it needs it most.- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Gary Ross
Bullitt is a hard-hitting classic action thriller that has stood the test of time. Steve McQueen stars as Frank Bullitt, a gritty San Francisco cop who's unyielding in his pursuit of justice. When a witness under his protection gets assassinated, Bullitt defies his superiors and dives headlong into the murky underworld to find out who betrayed them. Known for its iconic car chase scene through the hilly streets of San Francisco, Bullitt won an Academy Award for Best Film Editing. Its raw intensity, coupled with Lalo Schifrin's pulsating score, makes this movie a riveting watch from start to finish.- Released: 1968
- Directed by: Peter Yates
In the action-thriller Taken, Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson), a retired CIA operative, finds himself in a high-stakes race against time. His daughter Kim (Maggie Grace) is snatched while vacationing in Paris. Using his unique set of skills honed over a long covert career, he embarks on a relentless quest to rescue her from ruthless kidnappers. The film, directed by Pierre Morel, throws light on the grim world of human trafficking, keeping audiences on edge with its fast-paced plot and intense performances. It won an MTV Movie Award for Best Fight Scene, testament to its gripping action sequences.- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Pierre Morel
Baz Luhrmann helped adapt this classic Shakespearean romantic tragedy for the screen, updating the setting to a post-modern city named Verona Beach. In this version, the Capulets and the Montagues are two rival gangs. Juliet (Claire Danes) is attending a costume ball thrown by her parents. Her father Fulgencio Capulet (Paul Sorvino) has arranged her marriage to the boorish Paris (Paul Rudd) as part of a strategic investment plan. Romeo attends the masked ball and he and Juliet fall in love.- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Baz Luhrmann
- Freedom fighters Neo (Keanu Reeves), Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss) and Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne) continue to lead the revolt against the Machine Army, unleashing their arsenal of extraordinary skills and weaponry against the systematic forces of repression and exploitation. In their quest to save the human race from extinction, they gain greater insight into the construct of The Matrix and Neo's pivotal role in the fate of mankind.
- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Lilly Wachowski, Lana Wachowski
The Best Characters in the Matrix Series, RankedSee all- 1Agent Smith236 Votes
- 2Morpheus178 Votes
- 3Neo200 Votes
In the comedy classic, The Nutty Professor, we follow Sherman Klump (Eddie Murphy), a brilliant but obese university professor. Klump invents a revolutionary weight-loss potion in an attempt to win the heart of his dream woman, Carla Purty (Jada Pinkett Smith). Unfortunately, the potion transforms him into Buddy Love - a slim, smooth-talking alter ego with questionable ethics. As Sherman struggles between his true self and his new personality, hilarity ensues. Eddie Murphy's masterful portrayal of multiple characters earned this film the Academy Award for Best Makeup. This is a comedic twist on Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde that leaves audiences laughing and pondering about the importance of self-acceptance.- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Tom Shadyac
- This adaptation of the non-fiction novel by Tom Wolfe chronicles the first 15 years of America's space program. By focusing on the lives of the Mercury astronauts, including John Glenn (Ed Harris) and Alan Shepard (Scott Glenn), the film recounts the dangers and frustrations experienced by those involved with NASA's earliest achievements. It also depicts their family lives and the personal crises they endured during an era of great political turmoil and technological innovation.
- Released: 1983
- Directed by: Philip Kaufman
Nicholas Van Orton (Michael Douglas), a wealthy banker with a sharp intellect, receives an unusual birthday gift from his estranged brother Conrad (Sean Penn). It's a live-action game from a company called CRS, promising an unmatched experience that begins to dissolve the boundaries between reality and illusion. The Game, directed by David Fincher, is a psychological thriller that sends Nicholas on an unpredictable journey of self-discovery and danger. As the stakes escalate beyond what he could've ever imagined, Nicholas must distinguish the game from reality before it consumes him completely.- Released: 1997
- Directed by: David Fincher
Unleashing a volley of humor in the classic vein of slapstick, Robin Hood: Men in Tights is a parody that reimagines the legendary tale of the bow-wielding hero. Robin of Loxley (Cary Elwes) returns to England after fighting in the Crusades, only to find his home ravaged by the dastardly Sheriff of Rottingham (Roger Rees). Aided by his band of merry men - including Blinkin (Mark Blankfield), Ahchoo (Dave Chappelle), and Little John (Eric Allan Kramer) - Robin sets out to reclaim his land and win the heart of Maid Marian (Amy Yasbeck). This comic romp, directed by Mel Brooks, skewers everything from the original folklore to modern pop culture, adding a unique layer to this timeless story.- Released: 1993
- Directed by: Mel Brooks
The Matrix Revolutions is the concluding chapter of the groundbreaking sci-fi trilogy. The fate of both humans and machines hinges on Neo (Keanu Reeves), who finds himself trapped in a limbo between reality and the Matrix. Meanwhile, Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne) and Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss) fight to fend off an onslaught on Zion, humanity's last bastion against machine domination. In this high-stakes finale, the Wachowskis weave mind-bending visuals with philosophical musings, culminating in an epic showdown that determines the future of their universe.- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Lilly Wachowski, Lana Wachowski
The Best Characters in the Matrix Series, RankedSee all- 1Agent Smith236 Votes
- 2Morpheus178 Votes
- 3Neo200 Votes
Kurt Russell plays hard-boiled truck driver Jack Burton, who gets caught in a bizarre conflict within, and underneath, San Francisco's Chinatown. An ancient Chinese prince and Chinatown crime lord has kidnapped a beautiful green-eyed woman, who is the fiancee to Jack's best friend. Jack must help his friend rescue the girl before the evil Lo Pan uses her to break the ancient curse that keeps him a fleshless and immortal spirit.- Released: 1986
- Directed by: John Carpenter
Magnolia, a dramatic film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, is an intricate tapestry of interconnected stories. It features characters like Jimmy Gator (Philip Baker Hall), a beloved game show host with a dark secret, and Claudia Wilson Gator (Melora Walters), his estranged daughter struggling with addiction. As their stories intertwine with others, such as Frank T.J. Mackey (Tom Cruise), a motivational speaker with his own hidden past, the narrative explores themes of redemption and forgiveness. The movie was nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Supporting Actor for Tom Cruise's standout performance. This complex and emotionally charged drama is renowned for its unique storytelling style and compelling performances.- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Paul Thomas Anderson
In the quirky 1986 film Howard the Duck, Howard (voiced by Chip Zien), a wise-cracking, cigar-chomping duck from another dimension, inexplicably lands on Earth. He befriends Beverly Switzler (Lea Thompson), a struggling musician, and Phil Blumburtt (Tim Robbins), a bumbling scientist. As they navigate their uncanny reality, an evil Dark Overlord (Jeffrey Jones) threatens humanity. The trio must overcome outlandish obstacles to save the world from impending doom. Despite being a commercial failure upon release, this sci-fi comedy has gained cult status over time for its peculiar premise and distinctive characters.- Released: 1986
- Directed by: Willard Huyck
Los Angeles police officer Jack (Keanu Reeves) angers retired bomb squad member Howard Payne (Dennis Hopper) by foiling his attempt at taking hostages. In revenge, Payne arms a bus with a bomb that will explode if it drops below 50 miles per hour. With the help of spunky passenger Annie (Sandra Bullock), Jack and his partner Harry (Jeff Daniels) try to save the people on the bus before the bomb goes off, while also trying to figure out how Payne is monitoring them.- Released: 1994
- Directed by: Jan de Bont
In the cult classic, They Live, John Nada (Roddy Piper), a drifter in economic despair, stumbles upon sunglasses that reveal a hidden reality. The world is controlled by extraterrestrials who use subliminal messaging to manipulate humans and maintain power. As he navigates this dystopian Los Angeles, Nada allies with Frank Armitage (Keith David) to expose the truth. Directed by John Carpenter, this sci-fi thriller combines elements of horror and satire, underlining social commentary on consumerism and media influence. Despite its release in 1988, They Live remains relevant today, a testament to its enduring impact.- Released: 1988
- Directed by: John Carpenter
Monica (Sanaa Lathan) and Quincy (Omar Epps) are two childhood friends who both aspire to be professional basketball players. Quincy, whose father, Zeke (Dennis Haysbert), plays for the Los Angeles Clippers, is a natural talent and a born leader. Monica is ferociously competitive but sometimes becomes overly emotional on the court. Over the years, the two begin to fall for each other, but their separate paths to basketball stardom threaten to pull them apart.- Released: 2000
- Directed by: Gina Prince-Bythewood
In a thought-provoking exploration of the blurred line between humanity and the animal kingdom, Rise of the Planet of the Apes follows the journey of Caesar (Andy Serkis), an intelligent chimpanzee raised by humans. This science fiction drama masterfully combines riveting storytelling with groundbreaking visual effects. The series delves into complex themes such as ethics, loyalty, and the consequences of playing God, keeping viewers thoroughly engaged without resorting to gratuitous spectacle. With its stellar cast and compelling narrative, Rise of the Planet of the Apes stands as a testament to the power of innovative storytelling in television.- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Rupert Wyatt
Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) enjoys the adrenaline of street car racing and his fans treat him like a rock star. After a blazing encounter with the ruthless Johnny Tran, Dom decides to take Brian (Paul Walker), a newcomer to street racing, under his wing. Dom's sister Mia sees something she likes in Brian, too. Trouble is, neither of them realize he's an undercover cop, and Dominic and his rival Johnny Tran are both the prime suspects in a case involving dirty money and big-rig hijacking.- Released: 2001
- Directed by: Rob Cohen
Moneyball is a sports drama that dives into the world of American baseball. Billy Beane (Brad Pitt) is the general manager of the Oakland Athletics, a team struggling with financial constraints. With his conventional methods failing him, Beane turns to Peter Brand (Jonah Hill), a Yale economics graduate with radical ideas about assessing players' value. Together, they challenge traditional baseball recruitment strategies using statistical analysis and data-driven decisions. This unique approach sparks controversy but ultimately revolutionizes the game. Based on a true story, Moneyball earned six Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, Best Actor for Pitt, and Best Supporting Actor for Hill.- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Bennett Miller
- Two-bit crook Harry Lockhart (Robert Downey Jr.) stumbles into an audition for a mystery film while on the run from the cops. Winning the part, he lands in Hollywood, where he's flung into a tangled, murderous conspiracy with his childhood sweetheart, Harmony Lane (Michelle Monaghan), and hard-boiled private eye Perry van Shrike (Val Kilmer). This deadpan, affectionate parody of film noir tropes is named for film critic Pauline Kael's influential 1968 collection of film reviews and essays.
- Released: 2005
- Directed by: Shane Black
After moving to a new town, troublemaking teen Jim Stark (James Dean) is supposed to have a clean slate, although being the new kid in town brings its own problems. While searching for some stability, Stark forms a bond with a disturbed classmate, Plato (Sal Mineo), and falls for local girl Judy (Natalie Wood). However, Judy is the girlfriend of neighborhood tough, Buzz (Corey Allen). When Buzz violently confronts Jim and challenges him to a drag race, the new kid's real troubles begin.- Released: 1955
- Directed by: Nicholas Ray
This is the story of Seth (Nicolas Cage), an angel who wanders the Los Angeles area invisible to humans. As the demise of an individual approaches, he spends time near them and becomes visible while acting as their traveling companion during their trip to the great hereafter. His discovery of distraught heart surgeon Maggie (Meg Ryan) inspires him to forego his immortality and exist on earth with her as a feeling and mortal entity.- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Brad Silberling
For Buffy Summers (Kristy Swanson), nothing is the same after she meets Merrick Jamison-Smythe (Donald Sutherland). Merrick tells the teen that he's been sent to train her to fight vampires, and he proves himself by displaying his supernatural powers. Buffy is a quick study, and soon takes fellow student Oliver Pike (Luke Perry) under her wing, repeatedly saving him from fierce bloodsuckers. But, when a very dangerous vampire (Rutger Hauer) gets rambunctious, she must go to war again.- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Fran Rubel Kuzui
Vincent Freeman (Ethan Hawke) has always fantasized about traveling into outer space, but is grounded by his status as a genetically inferior "in-valid." He decides to fight his fate by purchasing the genes of Jerome Morrow (Jude Law), a laboratory-engineered "valid." He assumes Jerome's DNA identity and joins the Gattaca space program, where he falls in love with Irene (Uma Thurman). An investigation into the death of a Gattaca officer (Gore Vidal) complicates Vincent's plans.- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Andrew Niccol
- In this classic film noir, insurance salesman Walter Neff (Fred MacMurray) gets roped into a murderous scheme when he falls for the sensual Phyllis Dietrichson (Barbara Stanwyck), who is intent on killing her husband (Tom Powers) and living off the fraudulent accidental death claim. Prompted by the late Mr. Dietrichson's daughter, Lola (Jean Heather), insurance investigator Barton Keyes (Edward G. Robinson) looks into the case, and gradually begins to uncover the sinister truth.
- Released: 1944
- Directed by: Billy Wilder
Amiable slackers Bill (Alex Winter) and Ted (Keanu Reeves) are once again roped into a fantastical adventure when De Nomolos (Joss Ackland), a villain from the future, sends evil robot duplicates of the two lads to terminate and replace them. The robot doubles actually succeed in killing Bill and Ted, but the two are determined to escape the afterlife, challenging the Grim Reaper (William Sadler) to a series of games in order to return to the land of the living.- Released: 1991
- Directed by: Peter Hewitt
In the high school comedy Can't Hardly Wait, seniors celebrate the end of an era with a wild graduation party. The film features Preston Meyers (Ethan Embry), an aspiring writer in love with Amanda Beckett (Jennifer Love Hewitt), the newly-single prom queen. Parallel to this, the geeky William Lichter (Charlie Korsmo) plans revenge on Mike Dexter (Peter Facinelli), the popular jock. A stellar ensemble cast, including Seth Green and Lauren Ambrose, adds to the film's appeal. As the night unfurls, dreams are pursued, hearts broken, and destinies redefined. Filled with comedic twists and turns, it's a nostalgic homage to teenage years.- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Deborah Kaplan, Harry Elfont
In the disaster movie 2012, the world faces an apocalyptic cataclysm of biblical proportions. Jackson Curtis (John Cusack), a science fiction writer, stumbles upon these unsettling predictions and embarks on a race against time to save his family. Alongside him is Adrian Helmsley (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a government scientist who also discovers the impending doom. Directed by Roland Emmerich, this film combines elements of action and science fiction genres, bringing together a star-studded cast in a thrilling narrative about survival and resilience amidst global catastrophe.- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Roland Emmerich
Bruce Banner (Eric Bana), a genetics researcher with a tragic past, is on the brink of a groundbreaking discovery. His experiments involve gamma radiation, a force that holds promise and peril in equal measure. After an accident in his laboratory, Bruce's life takes an unprecedented turn. He transforms into the Hulk, a gargantuan green creature fueled by rage (voiced by Lou Ferrigno). The movie charts Bruce's struggle to control his alter ego while pursued relentlessly by General Ross (Sam Elliott), who seeks to exploit the Hulk's powers for military purposes. This 2003 film, directed by Ang Lee, is a gripping exploration of science, power, and human emotion wrapped up in superhero genre conventions.- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Ang Lee
A life-shattering secret torments Ben Thomas (Will Smith). In order to find redemption, he sets out to change the lives of seven strangers. Over the course of his journey, he meets and falls in love with a cardiac patient named Emily (Rosario Dawson), and in so doing, complicates his mission.- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Gabriele Muccino
Gritty, noir-ish, and deeply captivating, Sunset Boulevard spins a tale of faded fame in the heart of Hollywood. The plot swirls around Norma Desmond (Gloria Swanson), a forgotten silent film star, and Joe Gillis (William Holden), an out-of-luck screenwriter. Gillis, desperate and on the run, finds himself ensnared in Desmond's delusional world, resulting in a dangerous liaison. A classic Billy Wilder film noir masterpiece, Sunset Boulevard won three Academy Awards. It is a stark depiction of ambition, desperation, and the haunting specter of obsolescence in Tinseltown's golden age.- Released: 1950
- Directed by: Billy Wilder
Hancock (Will Smith) is no ordinary superhero. In this action-comedy, he's an antihero with a bad attitude and a drinking problem, living in Los Angeles, where his reckless actions have earned him more enemies than friends. Despite his superhuman abilities - flight, invulnerability, and super strength - Hancock struggles with public image issues until he saves PR executive Ray Embrey (Jason Bateman). Encouraged by Ray's vision to revamp his image, Hancock grapples with the challenge of being a hero the city truly needs. But as Ray's wife, Mary (Charlize Theron), enters the picture, unexpected revelations about Hancock's mysterious past unfold.- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Peter Berg
Enigmatic gunslinger Shane (Alan Ladd) rides into a small Wyoming town with hopes of quietly settling down as a farmhand. Taking a job on homesteader Joe Starrett's (Van Heflin) farm, Shane is drawn into a battle between the townsfolk and ruthless cattle baron Rufus Ryker (Emile Meyer). Shane's growing attraction to Starrett's wife, Marian (Jean Arthur), and his fondness for their son Joey (Brandon de Wilde), who idolizes Shane, force Shane to realize that he must thwart Ryker's plan.- Released: 1953
- Directed by: George Stevens
Famed monster slayer Gabriel Van Helsing (Hugh Jackman) is dispatched to Transylvania to assist the last of the Valerious bloodline in defeating Count Dracula (Richard Roxburgh). Anna Valerious (Kate Beckinsale) reveals that Dracula has formed an unholy alliance with Dr. Frankenstein's monster (Shuler Hensley) and is hell-bent on exacting a centuries-old curse on her family. Together Anna and Van Helsing set out to destroy their common enemy, but uncover some unsettling secrets along the way.- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Stephen Sommers
In the post-apocalyptic movie The Omega Man, Robert Neville (Charlton Heston) is seemingly the last human in a virus-ravaged Los Angeles. With his immune blood, he grapples with survival against nocturnal mutants known as The Family. Directed by Boris Sagal, this 1971 sci-fi thriller explores themes of isolation and perseverance. While Neville navigates through desolate landscapes, he encounters Lisa (Rosalind Cash), another survivor, adding an unexpected dynamic to his solitary existence. A gripping narrative unfolds as they fight for survival while seeking a cure for humanity's plight.- Released: 1971
- Directed by: Boris Sagal
Tom Cruise returns to his role as Ethan Hunt in the second installment of "Mission: Impossible." This time Ethan Hunt leads his IMF team on a mission to capture a deadly German virus before it is released by terrorists. His mission is made impossible due to the fact that he is not the only person after samples of the disease. He must also contest with a gang of international terrorists headed by a turned bad former IMF agent who has already managed to steal the cure.- Released: 2000
- Directed by: John Woo
Cliff Secord (Bill Campbell) is a cocky stunt pilot in love with a beautiful actress, Jenny Blake (Jennifer Connelly). When he discovers a jet pack hidden in a biplane, Cliff straps on the rocket, dons a flashy helmet and becomes the high-flying hero known as The Rocketeer. But when Nazis want to use the rocket as a weapon, Cliff must use his alter ego to both protect Jenny from an evil actor (Timothy Dalton) and save the day in this period adventure based on the comic books by Dave Stevens.- Released: 1991
- Directed by: Joe Johnston
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