Movies About Cheating Wives

From Directors: Fernando Meirelles, Kátia Lund, starring Alexandre Rodrigues, Leandro Firmino, Matheus Nachtergaele, Phellipe Haagensen
Rated R

City of God is a 2002 Brazilian crime drama directed by Fernando Meirelles and Kátia Lund. The film follows the story of two boys growing up in a violent neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, known as the City of God. As young Rocket (Alexandre Rodrigues) and his friends grow up, they turn to crime in order to survive, leading to a power struggle between rival drug gangs. The film is a powerful look at the culture of crime and violence in Rio de Janeiro, and how it affects the lives of those who live in the City of God. Through the story of Rocket, we see the tragic consequences of a life of crime and the desperation that leads him to make the ultimate sacrifice.

From Martin Scorsese, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson, Mark Wahlberg
Rated R

The Departed is a 2006 crime drama directed by Martin Scorsese and based on the 2002 Hong Kong film Infernal Affairs. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson, and Mark Wahlberg, the film follows two men from very different backgrounds. One is an undercover cop (DiCaprio) who infiltrates an Irish-American crime organization and the other is an Irish-American criminal (Damon) who infiltrates the police force. As the two face off in a battle of wits and loyalty, they must also grapple with their own inner demons as they struggle to keep their identities hidden. The film is a thrilling and intense exploration of friendship, loyalty and betrayal set against the gritty backdrop of Boston's underworld.

From Mel Gibson, starring Mel Gibson, Sophie Marceau, Patrick McGoohan, Angus Macfadyen
Rated R

Braveheart is an epic historical drama film from 1995, directed by Mel Gibson. The film tells the story of Scottish warrior William Wallace and his fight for freedom against the English forces led by King Edward I of England. Set in the 13th century, Wallace rallies the Scottish against the English occupiers and, despite a series of military defeats, manages to inspire his countrymen to continue the fight for independence. After being betrayed by a fellow Scotsman, Wallace is captured and executed by the English. The film culminates in a climactic battle between the Scots and the English, where the Scots ultimately prevail and Scotland reclaims its independence.

From Sam Mendes, starring Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening, Thora Birch, Wes Bentley
Rated R

American Beauty is a 1999 film about Lester Burnham, a middle-aged man who is going through an extreme mid-life crisis. He hates his job, is frustrated with his wife, and is infatuated with his daughter's best friend, a young cheerleader. As Lester's world begins to unravel, he decides to take control of his life by quitting his job and embracing his newfound freedom. Along the way, he discovers beauty in the mundane moments of life and the people around him. Throughout the film, themes of love, beauty, and the power of one's own choices are explored.

From Damián Szifron, starring Darío Grandinetti, María Marull, Mónica Villa, Diego Starosta
Rated R

Wild Tales is a black comedy anthology film directed by Damián Szifron. It consists of six distinct stories that all explore the dark side of human nature and its capacity for vengeance and retribution. The stories vary in tone and setting, featuring a mix of broad comedy and suspenseful drama. The film opens with a story of a bride's plan for revenge on two wedding guests who insult her family. In the next story, a man discovers that his father was complicit in the death of a young girl's family. A third story follows a wealthy landowner who takes advantage of a loophole in local traffic laws. In the fourth story, a mechanic exacts revenge on a powerful judge. The fifth story is a tense standoff between a father who is forced to choose between saving his daughter or obeying the law. The film concludes with a story of a road rage incident that escalates into a violent confrontation. Wild Tales is a darkly funny and often surreal exploration of retribution and justice. Its exploration of the extremes of human behavior is gripping, captivating, and ultimately thought-provoking.

From Kim Ki-duk, starring Seung-Yun Lee, Hee Jae, Hyuk-ho Kwon, Jin-mo Joo
Rated R

3-Iron is a South Korean film directed by Kim Ki-duk. The film follows the story of an outsider, Tae-suk (Jae Hee), who lives a life of isolation, breaking into empty homes, living in them for a few days and leaving without a trace. He meets a young woman, Sun-hwa (Lee Seung-yeon), who is being abused by her husband. Tae-suk helps her to escape and the two set off together on a journey of self-discovery and healing. Along the way, they find and repair broken people, machines, and homes, culminating in a finale that leaves viewers with a sense of hope and possibility.

From Max Barbakow, starring Andy Samberg, Cristin Milioti, J.K. Simmons, Peter Gallagher
Rated R

From Jason Reitman, starring George Clooney, Vera Farmiga, Anna Kendrick, Jason Bateman
Rated R

From Mike Nichols, starring Natalie Portman, Jude Law, Clive Owen, Julia Roberts
Rated R

From Lisa Cholodenko, starring Annette Bening, Julianne Moore, Mark Ruffalo, Mia Wasikowska
Rated R

From Hsiao-Hsien Hou, starring Shu Qi, Chang Chen, Fang Mei, Shu-Chen Liao
Rated Not Rated

From Phillip Noyce, starring Nicole Kidman, Sam Neill, Billy Zane, Rod Mullinar
Rated R

From Gus Van Sant, starring Nicole Kidman, Matt Dillon, Joaquin Phoenix, Casey Affleck
Rated R

From Hlynur Pálmason, starring Ingvar Sigurdsson, Ída Mekkín Hlynsdóttir, Hilmir Snær Guðnason, Sara Dögg Ásgeirsdóttir
Rated Unrated

From Debra Granik, starring Vera Farmiga, Hugh Dillon, Clint Jordan, Caridad 'La Bruja' De La Luz
Rated R

From Tod Williams, starring Jeff Bridges, Kim Basinger, Jon Foster, Elle Fanning
Rated R

From Mona Fastvold, starring Katherine Waterston, Vanessa Kirby, Casey Affleck, Christopher Abbott
Rated R

From Catherine Corsini, starring Kristin Scott Thomas, Sergi López, Yvan Attal, Bernard Blancan
Rated Unrated

From Directors: Joe Dante, Carl Gottlieb, Peter Horton, John Landis, Robert K. Weiss, starring Rosanna Arquette, Michelle Pfeiffer, Arsenio Hall, Donald F. Muhich
Rated R

From Adrian Lyne, starring Robert Redford, Demi Moore, Woody Harrelson, Seymour Cassel
Rated R

From Jonathan Demme, starring Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell, Christine Lahti, Fred Ward
Rated PG

From Alan J. Pakula, starring Kevin Kline, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Kevin Spacey, Rebecca Miller
Rated R

From Michael Tolkin, starring Peter Weller, Judy Davis, Patrick Bauchau, Rachel Rosenthal
Rated R

From Ryûichi Hiroki, starring Kiko Mizuhara, Honami Satô, Shinya Niiro, Shunsuke Tanaka
Rated TV-MA

From Zalman King, starring Sherilyn Fenn, Richard Tyson, Louise Fletcher, Burl Ives
Rated R