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From Luc Besson, starring Jean Reno, Gary Oldman, Natalie Portman, Danny Aiello
Rated R

Léon: The Professional (1994) is a French action-thriller film directed by Luc Besson. The film follows the story of Léon (Jean Reno), a professional hitman, who takes in 12-year-old Mathilda (Natalie Portman) after her family is murdered by corrupt DEA agents. As Mathilda seeks revenge on the agents, Léon trains her in the art of assassination, as she learns to channel her anger and grief into a weapon of her own. The unlikely duo become close, as Mathilda is determined to avenge her family and Léon fears for her safety. In a dramatic climax, Mathilda confronts the agents and Léon must protect them both from the overwhelming firepower of the corrupt government. In the end, the unlikely pair are ultimately triumphant, as they manage to find a way to survive the chaos and stand together in their quest for justice.

From Michel Gondry, starring Jim Carrey, Kate Winslet, Tom Wilkinson, Gerry Robert Byrne
Rated R

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is a 2004 romantic comedy-drama film written by Charlie Kaufman and directed by Michel Gondry. The film follows a couple, Joel (Jim Carrey) and Clementine (Kate Winslet), as they attempt to erase their memories of each other following a painful breakup. After finding out that Clementine has undergone a procedure to erase her memories of their relationship, Joel decides to undergo a similar procedure. Through Joel's memories, the film explores their relationship and the pain of letting go. Ultimately, Joel decides to keep his memories, regardless of the pain, realizing that the memories are what made their relationship so meaningful.

From Peter Weir, starring Jim Carrey, Ed Harris, Laura Linney, Noah Emmerich
Rated PG

The Truman Show is a 1998 American comedy-drama film directed by Peter Weir and written by Andrew Niccol. The film stars Jim Carrey as Truman Burbank, a man whose life is presented as a reality television show broadcast 24 hours a day, without his knowledge. Truman's sheltered and seemingly perfect life is disrupted when he discovers the truth about his life. As he struggles to find out the truth and escape from his false world, he begins to realize the complexity of life and the importance of finding his own identity. As the show's creator, Christof (Ed Harris), continues to manipulate and control his environment, Truman ultimately takes control of his life and decides his own fate.

From M. Night Shyamalan, starring Bruce Willis, Haley Joel Osment, Toni Collette, Olivia Williams
Rated PG-13

The Sixth Sense is a psychological horror film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan. The film follows the story of Malcolm Crowe (Bruce Willis), a child psychologist who is assigned to help a troubled young boy named Cole Sear (Haley Joel Osment). Cole is haunted by visions of people who are no longer alive and can see and communicate with them. After repeated attempts to help Cole, Malcolm realizes that Cole is not mentally ill, but instead is able to see and interact with the dead. Malcolm helps Cole come to terms with his special ability and eventually helps him confront the spirits of the dead. The film ends with an unexpected twist, which reveals that Malcolm himself is dead and has been communicating with Cole throughout the film.

From Bong Joon Ho, starring Song Kang-ho, Kim Sang-kyung, Roe-ha Kim, Jae-ho Song
Rated Not Rated

Memories of Murder is a 2003 South Korean crime thriller film directed by Bong Joon-ho. The film is set in 1986 when a serial killer is on the loose in the rural town of Hwaesong, South Korea. Two local detectives, Park Doo-man (Song Kang-ho) and Jo Young-Goo (Kim Roe-ha), team up with a detective from Seoul (Kim Sang-kyung) to investigate the murders. As the investigation progresses, the detectives must confront complex social issues as well as their own personal demons as they attempt to solve the case. The film is a compelling look into the power of police corruption and the struggle of a small community in the face of a violent crime.

From Richard Linklater, starring Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy, Vernon Dobtcheff, Louise Lemoine Torrès
Rated R

Before Sunset is a romantic drama film directed by Richard Linklater and starring Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy. The film follows Jesse (Hawke) and Celine (Delpy), two former lovers who meet again after nine years in Paris. Jesse has become a successful author and Celine has become a committed environmental activist. As they spend time together walking and talking, they rediscover their connection and reflect on their lives and missed opportunities. In the end, Jesse and Celine must decide if they will let time keep them apart or if they will seize the moment and explore the possibility of a second chance.

From Damien Chazelle, starring Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Rosemarie DeWitt, J.K. Simmons
Rated PG-13

La La Land is a modern take on the classic Hollywood musical, focusing on the lives of two dreamers, Mia (Emma Stone) and Sebastian (Ryan Gosling). Mia is an aspiring actress struggling to make it in Hollywood, while Sebastian is a jazz musician trying to open his own jazz club. Despite their differences, they fall in love and dream of a better life together. However, their dreams soon come into conflict, as the couple is forced to make difficult decisions in order to pursue their dreams. Through music and dance, La La Land explores the joy and heartbreak of pursuing one’s dreams in a city known for crushing them.

From Denis Villeneuve, starring Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner, Forest Whitaker, Michael Stuhlbarg
Rated PG-13

Arrival is a 2016 science fiction drama directed by Denis Villeneuve. The movie follows linguist Louise Banks (Amy Adams) as she is recruited by the US Army to help translate an alien language when a dozen alien spacecrafts suddenly arrive in various locations around the world. As Banks and her team attempt to learn the aliens' language and decipher their purpose on Earth, Banks must also work to prevent a global war from erupting between nations due to the panic and fear caused by the extraterrestrial visitors. With the help of theoretical physicist Ian Donnelly (Jeremy Renner) and the data provided by the aliens, Louise begins to uncover a shocking revelation about the nature of time and the human race. Arrival is a thought-provoking and visually stunning exploration of communication and humanity's place in the universe.

From Jaco Van Dormael, starring Jared Leto, Sarah Polley, Diane Kruger, Linh-Dan Pham
Rated R

Mr. Nobody is a 2009 science fiction film directed by Jaco Van Dormael, starring Jared Leto. It chronicles the life of Nemo Nobody, a 118 year-old man who is the last mortal on earth, who recounts his life story and the ramifications of the choices he made. The film explores the infinite possibilities of the paths that we can take in life, and the potential outcomes of the choices we make. Nemo is faced with a difficult decision of choosing between two love interests, but the film ultimately argues that no matter what he chooses, his life will still be full of regret.

From Josh Boone, starring Shailene Woodley, Ansel Elgort, Nat Wolff, Laura Dern
Rated PG-13

The Fault in Our Stars is a 2014 American romantic drama film directed by Josh Boone based on John Green's 2012 novel of the same name. The story follows Hazel Grace Lancaster (Shailene Woodley), a 16-year-old cancer patient who is forced by her parents to attend a support group, where she subsequently meets and falls in love with Augustus Waters (Ansel Elgort), an ex-basketball player and amputee. The two bond over their shared experiences with illness, with Augustus helping Hazel to discover new strength and purpose in life. They soon embark on an unforgettable trip to Amsterdam, where they search for the author of Hazel’s favorite book and ultimately find the courage to face their uncertain futures together. Despite the sadness the film confronts, it's ultimately a story of love and redemption, as Hazel and Augustus remind viewers that it’s never too late to change your life and find hope.

From Marc Webb, starring Zooey Deschanel, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Geoffrey Arend, Chloë Grace Moretz
Rated PG-13

500 Days of Summer is a romantic comedy-drama directed by Marc Webb and starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel. The movie follows the story of Tom Hansen, a young man who falls in love with a co-worker, Summer Finn. Over the course of 500 days, Tom is taken on a rollercoaster of emotions as his attempts to win over Summer's heart are met with both success and heartbreak. Along the way, Tom learns important lessons about relationships and life as he navigates the ups and downs of his complicated journey. The film offers an honest, humorous and touching look at love in the 21st century.

From Directors: Eric Bress, J. Mackye Gruber, starring Ashton Kutcher, Amy Smart, Melora Walters, Elden Henson
Rated R

The Butterfly Effect is a 2004 psychological thriller film directed by Eric Bress and J. Mackye Gruber. The film stars Ashton Kutcher as Evan Treborn, a young man afflicted with the ability to time travel through his memories. When he attempts to use this ability to change the past and improve his future, he discovers that his efforts have unintended consequences, resulting in a series of disastrous events. Through a series of flashbacks, Evan gradually discovers that his childhood traumas are connected to a series of interrelated events that are now putting his life and the lives of those he loves in danger. As he struggles to prevent the worst from happening, Evan discovers the butterfly effect: that the smallest changes can have catastrophic consequences.

From Bo Burnham, starring Elsie Fisher, Josh Hamilton, Emily Robinson, Jake Ryan
Rated R

From Greta Gerwig, starring Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, Tracy Letts, Lucas Hedges
Rated R

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

From Darren Aronofsky, starring Sean Gullette, Mark Margolis, Ben Shenkman, Pamela Hart
Rated R

From Christopher Nolan, starring Al Pacino, Robin Williams, Hilary Swank, Martin Donovan
Rated R

From James Gunn, starring Margot Robbie, Idris Elba, John Cena, Joel Kinnaman
Rated R

From Olivia Wilde, starring Kaitlyn Dever, Beanie Feldstein, Jessica Williams, Jason Sudeikis
Rated R

From Jeremy Saulnier, starring Anton Yelchin, Imogen Poots, Alia Shawkat, Patrick Stewart
Rated R

From Gus Van Sant, starring River Phoenix, Keanu Reeves, James Russo, William Richert
Rated R

From Alex Garland, starring Natalie Portman, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Tessa Thompson, Benedict Wong
Rated R

From Lars von Trier, starring Willem Dafoe, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Storm Acheche Sahlstrøm
Rated Not Rated

From Elijah Bynum, starring Timothée Chalamet, Maika Monroe, Alex Roe, Emory Cohen
Rated R

From Spike Lee, starring Josh Brolin, Elizabeth Olsen, Samuel L. Jackson, Sharlto Copley
Rated R