Movies About Plagiarism

From Directors: Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski, starring Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving
Rated R

The Matrix is a 1999 science fiction action film written and directed by Lana and Lily Wachowski. It stars Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, and Joe Pantoliano. It follows Thomas Anderson (Reeves), a computer programmer who is pulled into a battle between a mysterious freedom-fighting organization and a highly advanced artificial intelligence called the Matrix. Anderson learns that the Matrix is a simulated reality created by machines to enslave the human population, and that he is a chosen savior who is destined to free humanity from its virtual prison. With the help of the group's leader Morpheus (Fishburne) and the powerful Oracle (Gloria Foster), Anderson must fight to escape the Matrix and discover the truth about the future of humanity.

From Ridley Scott, starring Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, John Hurt, Veronica Cartwright
Rated R

Alien is a 1979 science fiction horror film directed by Ridley Scott and starring Tom Skerritt, Sigourney Weaver, Veronica Cartwright, Harry Dean Stanton, John Hurt, Ian Holm, and Yaphet Kotto. The film follows the crew of the commercial towing spaceship Nostromo, who are awakened from their cryo-sleep capsules halfway through their journey home to investigate a distress call from an alien source. After a hostile encounter with the alien, they attempt to return to Earth, but their ship is damaged, stranding them in deep space. The alien stalks and kills the crew one by one in a terrifying game of cat and mouse that leads to a final showdown with Ripley, the lone survivor.

From Directors: Roger Allers, Rob Minkoff, starring Matthew Broderick, Jeremy Irons, James Earl Jones, Whoopi Goldberg
Rated G

The Lion King is an animated musical adventure released in 1994, directed by Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff. It tells the story of Simba, a young lion cub who must accept responsibility for his place in the circle of life and take on the role of king of the animal kingdom. The film follows Simba's journey as he comes to terms with his destiny and learns important life lessons from his father, Mufasa, and his friends, Timon and Pumbaa. Along the way, he encounters a villainous lioness named Scar, who plots to overthrow Mufasa and take control of the kingdom. Through his courage and resilience, Simba is able to defeat Scar, reclaim his rightful place in the kingdom, and bring peace and harmony back to the animal kingdom.

From Andrew Stanton, starring Ben Burtt, Elissa Knight, Jeff Garlin, Fred Willard
Rated G

WALL·E is a 2008 American computer-animated romantic-sci-fi comedy film directed and written by Andrew Stanton. The story follows a robot named WALL·E, who is designed to clean up a waste-covered Earth far in the future. He eventually falls in love with another robot named EVE, and follows her into outer space on an adventure that changes the destiny of both his kind and humanity. Along the way, WALL·E learns about love, friendship, and the importance of taking care of Earth. WALL·E ultimately sets out to save mankind and restore Earth to its once beautiful state.

From Steven Spielberg, starring Harrison Ford, Karen Allen, Paul Freeman, John Rhys-Davies
Rated PG

Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark is a 1981 American action-adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg. It stars Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones, who is hired by the U.S. government to recover the Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis. Accompanied by his former lover, Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen), he searches for the Ark in a race against time and villains, including the Nazis and the sinister Belloq (Paul Freeman). The film follows Indiana Jones as he embarks on a thrilling quest to find the Lost Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis lay their hands on it. Along the way, he encounters snakes, swordsmen, and supernatural forces, while battling enemies led by the evil Belloq. In the end, Indiana Jones succeeds in recovering the Ark, and it is revealed to contain powerful supernatural forces that only he can tame.

From Stanley Kubrick, starring Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd, Scatman Crothers
Rated R

The Shining is a horror film directed by Stanley Kubrick and based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King. The movie follows the Torrance family as they move to an isolated Colorado hotel for the winter, where Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson) takes the job of caretaker. Jack slowly begins to succumb to cabin fever and the demonic influences that haunt the hotel, pushing him to the brink of madness. His wife Wendy (Shelley Duvall) and son Danny (Danny Lloyd) are terrorized as Jack's mental state deteriorates. Eventually they must fight to survive the horrors within the hotel.

From John Lasseter, starring Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Don Rickles, Jim Varney
Rated G

Toy Story is a 1995 American computer-animated comedy film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and directed by John Lasseter. The film follows the adventures of a group of toys—led by Sheriff Woody and Buzz Lightyear—that come to life when humans are not present. The toys, led by Woody, must contend with the arrival of a new "toy", Buzz Lightyear, who believes he is a real space ranger. The film features the voices of Tom Hanks and Tim Allen as the two main characters, as well as Don Rickles, Jim Varney, Wallace Shawn, John Ratzenberger, and Annie Potts in supporting roles. The film was a critical and commercial success and is considered to be one of the greatest animated films ever made. It was the first feature-length computer-animated film, which was a milestone in the development of computer animation. Toy Story also became the highest-grossing animated film of all time in the U.S. and the highest-grossing film of 1995, as well as one of the most profitable films ever released. The film has since been re-released several times and is a beloved classic.

From Directors: Pete Docter, Bob Peterson, starring Edward Asner, Jordan Nagai, John Ratzenberger, Christopher Plummer
Rated PG

Up is a 2009 animated adventure comedy-drama film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. Directed by Pete Docter and Bob Peterson, and co-directed by Andersen Miller, the film centers on an elderly widower named Carl Fredricksen and an earnest young Wilderness Explorer named Russell. By tying thousands of helium balloons to his home, Carl sets out to fulfill his dream to see the wilds of South America and complete a promise made to his late wife, Ellie. The film was co-written by Bob Peterson, who also voiced Dug, and directed by Pete Docter, with music composed by Michael Giacchino. Following the film's success, it was nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, making it the second animated film ever to be nominated for the award after Beauty and the Beast (1991). It won two Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Score, as well as a Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature Film. The film also spawned a short film, George & A.J., which was released on the Up Blu-ray Disc.

From James Cameron, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Michael Biehn, Paul Winfield
Rated R

The Terminator is a 1984 science fiction action film by James Cameron. It follows the story of a cyborg assassin sent back in time from 2029 to 1984 to kill Sarah Connor, a woman whose unborn son will one day lead a human uprising against the machines. The Terminator, played by Arnold Schwarzenegger, is relentless in his pursuit as Sarah is helped by Kyle Reese, a soldier sent back from the future to protect her. As the two fight for survival against the unstoppable cyborg, they eventually discover the fate of the future lies in their hands. The Terminator is considered one of the greatest action films of all time and has spawned five sequels, video games, and other adaptations. It is widely regarded as a classic of science fiction, and is credited with helping to usher in a new era of special effects and action films.

From Directors: Pete Docter, David Silverman, Lee Unkrich, starring Billy Crystal, John Goodman, Mary Gibbs, Steve Buscemi
Rated G

Monsters, Inc. is an animated adventure comedy film released in 2001 from the directors Pete Docter, David Silverman, and Lee Unkrich. The movie follows two monsters, James P. Sullivan (Sulley) and Mike Wazowski, as they work for Monsters, Inc., a company that generates its power from the screams of children. Sulley and Mike discover that a little girl has made her way into their monster world and the two try to find a way to get her home. With the help of their faithful assistant Boo, Sulley and Mike must confront the evil CEO of Monsters, Inc. in order to keep her safe. Along the way, they learn the importance of friendship and family and the power of laughter.

From Gore Verbinski, starring Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Orlando Bloom, Keira Knightley
Rated PG-13

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl is a 2003 fantasy-adventure film directed by Gore Verbinski and starring Johnny Depp. The film follows the story of Elizabeth Swann, the daughter of the governor of Port Royal, as she is kidnapped by the infamous pirate Captain Barbossa. Elizabeth’s childhood friend, Will Turner, joins forces with the eccentric pirate captain Jack Sparrow in order to rescue her. However, they soon discover that Barbossa and his crew have been cursed to remain in the form of skeletons in moonlight. Together, Jack, Will and Elizabeth must find a way to lift the curse in order to save themselves and the town of Port Royal. Along the way, they face off against the powerful East India Trading Company, and Jack must prove his true identity as a pirate. With the help of a few misfit pirates and the legendary sword of Cortés, they must battle their way to the end in an epic battle of courage and wit.

From Darren Aronofsky, starring Natalie Portman, Mila Kunis, Vincent Cassel, Winona Ryder
Rated R

Black Swan is a psychological thriller that follows the story of Nina Sayers (Natalie Portman), a young and dedicated ballet dancer who is striving to become the perfect Swan Queen in the New York Ballet's production of Swan Lake. Headed by the demanding director Thomas Leroy (Vincent Cassel), Nina finds herself in a relentless pursuit of perfection, pushing her mind and body to its absolute limits. As she gets closer to achieving her dream, she also finds herself descending into a dangerous and dark world of paranoia, obsession, and self-destruction. As she struggles to maintain her sanity and stay on top of her performance, Nina discovers her own dark side, which begins to threaten her career, her mental health, and even her life.

From James Cameron, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane, Kathy Bates
Rated PG-13

Titanic is a 1997 epic romance and disaster film directed, written, and co-produced by James Cameron. The film tells the story of the ill-fated 1912 voyage of the RMS Titanic and follows the forbidden love between a wealthy upper-class woman and a poor artist onboard the ship. After departing Southampton, England on April 10, 1912, the Titanic collides with an iceberg on the night of April 14th and begins to sink. As the passengers and crew frantically try to survive, Rose and Jack must find the courage to stay together against all odds. The film is both a critical and commercial success and was the first film to reach the billion-dollar mark. It won 11 Academy Awards, making it the most successful movie of all time.

From Sergio Leone, starring Clint Eastwood, Gian Maria Volontè, Marianne Koch, Wolfgang Lukschy
Rated R

A Fistful of Dollars is a 1964 Spaghetti Western directed by Sergio Leone and starring Clint Eastwood. Set in the Mexican-American border region during the 19th century, the film follows "The Man With No Name", an enigmatic stranger who arrives in a small Mexican town and finds himself in the middle of a power struggle between two rival gangs, the Rojo and the Baxter families. With no loyalty to either side, the Man With No Name uses the conflict between the gangs to his advantage, taking money from both sides as he cleverly manipulates them against each other in an effort to restore peace to the town. In the process, he also faces off against a ruthless gunslinger, Ramon Rojo. In the end, following a series of thrilling gunfights and clever tactics, the Man With No Name emerges triumphant, leaving the town in peace.

From James Cameron, starring Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Michelle Rodriguez
Rated PG-13

Avatar is a 2009 science fiction film directed by James Cameron that follows a paraplegic marine named Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) on an alien planet called Pandora. After his brother's death, Jake has been recruited to take his place in the Avatar Program, which uses human-Na'vi hybrids to interact with Pandora's indigenous population. He's assigned to a female Na'vi (Zoe Saldana) and instructed to gain the trust of her clan, who are feuding with the human military forces over the planet's valuable resources. With the help of the Na'vi, Jake must stand his ground and fight for the future of Pandora. Along the way, he discovers a connection to the planet and the people that inhabits it, and ultimately, he must choose a side in the bitter conflict between the humans and the Na'vi.

From Chris Columbus, starring Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, John Heard
Rated PG

Home Alone is a 1990 American comedy film written and produced by John Hughes and directed by Chris Columbus. It stars Macaulay Culkin as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who is accidentally left behind when his family leaves for a holiday trip to Paris. He must defend his home against two bumbling burglars, played by Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern, who are trying to break into the house to steal the McCallister family's Christmas presents. Along the way, Kevin discovers his own self-reliance and resilience, making friends with the local neighborhood and thwarting the burglars' attempts to break into the house. The film was an enormous box office success and is widely considered to be a Christmas classic.

From Alejandro Amenábar, starring Nicole Kidman, Christopher Eccleston, Fionnula Flanagan, Alakina Mann
Rated PG-13

The Others is a psychological horror-thriller film directed by Alejandro Amenábar and starring Nicole Kidman and Fionnula Flanagan. The film's setting is a remote and isolated country estate in the British Isles during World War II, where the protagonist, Grace (Kidman), lives with her two children, Anne and Nicholas. Grace is a devoutly religious woman who is preoccupied with her fear of the supernatural and her belief in the power of prayer. The family's life is upended when three mysterious servants arrive at the estate to take care of the house and the children. Strange occurrences begin to take place, and it becomes clear that the house is haunted. As the secrets of the house are revealed, the family must confront their fears and the supernatural forces that haunt them. In the end, the truth is revealed, and Grace must make a difficult choice to save her children.

From Directors: Pierre Coffin, Chris Renaud, starring Steve Carell, Jason Segel, Russell Brand, Julie Andrews
Rated PG

Despicable Me is a 2010 computer-animated comedy film from directors Pierre Coffin and Chris Renaud. It follows Gru, a supervillain with a plan to steal the moon, and his three adopted daughters, Margo, Edith, and Agnes. When Gru finds himself in competition with a younger supervillain, Vector, he decides to use the girls to help him with his plan. As Gru begins to bond with his daughters, he finds himself reluctantly drawn into a life of family and love. With the help of his minions, Gru and the girls must stop Vector and save the day.

From Directors: Chris Wedge, Carlos Saldanha, starring Denis Leary, John Leguizamo, Ray Romano, Goran Visnjic
Rated PG

Ice Age is an animated comedy-adventure film that follows a trio of characters -- a woolly mammoth, a sloth, and a saber-toothed tiger -- who have to work together to return a human infant to its family. Along their journey, they encounter danger, obstacles, and a number of colorful characters. Along the way, they discover the power of friendship and teamwork. In the end, the group defeats a band of pirates and saves the day. Ice Age was a smash hit, grossing over $383 million at the box office and becoming one of the highest-grossing animated films of all time.

From Directors: Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee, starring Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, Josh Gad
Rated PG

From Directors: Dean DeBlois, Chris Sanders, starring Daveigh Chase, Chris Sanders, Tia Carrere, David Ogden Stiers
Rated PG

From Gary Ross, starring Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Stanley Tucci
Rated PG-13

From Directors: John Lasseter, Joe Ranft, starring Owen Wilson, Bonnie Hunt, Paul Newman, Larry the Cable Guy
Rated G

From Guillermo del Toro, starring Idris Elba, Charlie Hunnam, Rinko Kikuchi, Charlie Day
Rated PG-13

From Rob Cohen, starring Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster
Rated PG-13