Theres good, bad,and uglyto be found in his filmography. But its best to focus on the good, and there really is a good deal of it. Well, kind of good. Image via IRS Media Sort of watchable and oddly compelling so long as you dont mind humor of the pitch-black variety. But if youre after a Sandler dramedy, and an admittedly unusual one,Clickkind of works. Sandler comedy, this is undoubtedly one of the most direct....
What Is ‘Imitation of Life’ About? Why Was ‘Imitation of Life’ So Controversial? Modern retrospectives have been even kinder, with BBC critics listing itamong the 100 greatest American films ever made. Image via Universal Pictures Imitation of Lifeis streaming on Prime Video in the United States. An aspiring white actress takes in an African American widow whose mixed-race daughter is desperate to be seen as white.
Summary If you like campyhorrormovies, you’ll find something to enjoy inAll My Friends Are Dead. But for all their social media follower counts, Sarah would rather be off the grid. The kills begin as plays on the Seven Deadly Sins, thinkKevin Spacey’s murderous personain theDavid FincherfilmSe7en. Image via Cineverse Sarah as a main character is not, however, this film’s downfall. Cast A group of close college friends rents an Airbnb for a highly anticipated music festival....
That role happens to be blue collar cop John McClane from theDie Hardfilms. That movie isTerry Gilliam’s time travel thriller12 Monkeys. I said, F–k off, Bruce! Image by Federico Napoli He said, No! That was one of the funnier moments. The stunt guy said, Yeah, Bruce, youd go down. In 12 Monkeys, convict James Cole (Bruce Willis) travels back in time to learn the origin of a man-made virus that has unleashed worldwide chaos in the future....
Summary No two figures are symbolic of creative autonomy quite likeCharlie ChaplinandOrson Welles. Blending satire with social commentary, the film critiques capitalism and the moral compromises individuals make. The iconic filmmaker wasn’t proud of the role, but it had a lasting impact on young fans. Custom Image by Federico Napoli He had a heart of gold burdened by the sobering realities of the world around him. Chaplin’s unfavorable reputation among the public and the U....
The Walking Deadbecame a hit series for AMC when it premiered in 2010. There were eight seasons ofThe Walking Dead (webisodes), each with a different cast and story. The initial ones were removed from the main shows but exist in the same universe. Custom Image by Zanda Rice West) in season five of the main show. As webisodes, these were only watchable online, of course. Each one consisted of shorter short clips versus full-length episodes....
This experimental bio-doc about insecurity and addiction is more fever dream than Dream House. For instance, one would immediately notice the lack of a coherent plot. Arguably,one might not get much from the filmif it were to be viewed this way. Image by Federico Napoli The more appropriate way to appreciate it, at least based on its form, is through sensual responsiveness. One of the most interesting characteristics of this film is its invocation of noir elements....
Here are the ten most disturbing crime films, ranked. The similarities that Almodovar draws withmore traditionally crowd pleasing coming-of-age narrativesonly makes the subtext ofBad Educationmore disturbing. However, some of the most disturbing moments inSe7enare those that Fincher leaves open to interpretation. Image via Concorde-Castle Rock/Turner KEEP READING:Every Jack Ryan Movie, Ranked by Rewatchability Image via Show East Image via New Line Cinema Image via Artificial Eye. Image via Warner Sogefilms...
2009sDefendordives into this with a powerful lead performance fromWoody Harrelson. With acontemplative and appropriately twisty narrative fromM. It remains as tender and rewarding a superhero film that has ever been made. Image by Federico Napoli In this regard, it is an excellent adaptation of Moores skewering and violent story. Such is the films thought-provoking richness that it holds up phenomenally on multiple rewatches. NEXT:10 “So Bad, It’s Good” Superhero Movies, Ranked...
There aren’t many things more fun than binging a good TV show in one sitting. It follows the trials and tribulations that lead criminal lawyer Jimmy McGill to eventually becoming the infamous Saul Goodman. Indeed,Arcaneis a nearly-perfect animated sci-fi fantasy show set amid the stark discord of a pair of cities. Image by Federico Napoli Here, two sisters fight on rival sides of a war between magic technologies and clashing convictions....
All his distinct characteristics, the tuxedo, the guttural voice, and the stuffed cheeks, are iconic. However, his decision unintentionally puts the lives of his loved ones in grave danger. Instead, Coppola’s film is more of an allegory about family and capitalism in post-World War II America. Image by Federico Napoli Gambino, like Vito, had an unassuming persona. If the connections weren’t obvious enough, Gambino carried the moniker of “Godfather.” Like Gambino, Costello grew up impoverished and needed to work his way up the organized crime ladder....
What Is ‘Lionheart’ About? Jean-Claude Van Damme is grateful for the experience on ‘Friends,’ but not necessarily proud of his performance. Its not only apowerful examination of familial dysfunction, but a means of giving Lyon a redemptive arc. Custom Image by Nimesh Niyomal Van Damme gives a true dramatic performance, as he has never been quite as vulnerable on screen. What Makes ‘Lionheart’ Different From Other Jean-Claude Van Damme Movies? Lionheartis available to watch on Prime Video in the U....
Summary 1993’sThe Fugitivewas a runaway success. The film starsHarrison Fordas Dr. Richard Kimble, aman on the lamafter being framed for killing his wife. Hot on his trail isTommy Lee Jonesas thebulldog U.S. Marshaltasked with finding him. Custom Image by Zanda Rice Yet, few know the film’s troubled production went off the rails as much as that train did! The results netted him an Oscar. Ascript without an endingand afrighteningly short shooting windowkicked up a perfect storm of headaches on set....
