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From Francis Ford Coppola, starring Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Diane Keaton
Rated R

The Godfather is a 1972 American crime film directed by Francis Ford Coppola and produced by Albert S. Ruddy. It stars Marlon Brando and Al Pacino as the leaders of a fictional New York crime family. The story, spanning from 1945 to 1955, chronicles the family under the patriarch Vito Corleone (Brando), focusing on the transformation of the 'Don' from a benevolent, peacekeeping figure to a ruthless and vengeful crime lord. The film also details the struggles of Vito's youngest son, Michael (Pacino), to navigate and eventually rise to the top of the criminal underworld. The Godfather was acclaimed as one of the greatest films of all time, and won three Academy Awards, including Best Picture, becoming the first sequel to do so. It has been widely referenced in popular culture and is regarded as one of the most influential films ever made.

From David Fincher, starring Brad Pitt, Edward Norton, Meat Loaf, Zach Grenier
Rated R

Fight Club is a 1999 American film directed by David Fincher and starring Brad Pitt and Edward Norton. It is based on the 1996 novel by Chuck Palahniuk. The film tells the story of an unnamed narrator (Edward Norton) who is discontent with his white-collar job and consumerist lifestyle and forms a "fight club" with soap maker Tyler Durden (Brad Pitt). The narrator's world spirals out of control when his alter ego, Tyler, becomes a revolutionary who plans to bring down modern civilization and rebuild it into a new order. The film is renowned for its presentation of anti-consumerist themes and features many darkly comic elements. It has since become a cult classic.

From Robert Zemeckis, starring Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise, Sally Field
Rated PG-13

Forrest Gump is a 1994 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Robert Zemeckis and written by Eric Roth. The film stars Tom Hanks as Forrest Gump, a simple-minded but kindhearted man from Alabama who witnesses and unwittingly influences several defining historical events in the 20th century United States. The film follows his journey from childhood to adulthood with his best and only friend, Jenny Curran, and how their unlikely relationship shaped a nation. Along the way, Forrest teaches a lesson in unconditional love, courage, and belief in oneself, no matter what life throws at you.

From Frank Capra, starring James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell
Rated PG

It's a Wonderful Life is a classic Christmas movie directed by Frank Capra in 1946. The movie stars James Stewart as George Bailey, a man who has given up his dreams of traveling the world in order to stay in his hometown of Bedford Falls to run the family business, Bailey Building and Loan. When a run on the bank leaves George in financial ruin and unable to pay back a large debt, he contemplates suicide. But an angel intervenes and shows George what life would have been like had he never been born. George then realizes the impact that he has had on his community, and ultimately decides to stay in Bedford Falls and make the best of his life. It's a Wonderful Life is a heartwarming story of hope, redemption, and family.

From Steven Spielberg, starring Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Tom Sizemore, Edward Burns
Rated R

Saving Private Ryan is a 1998 American war film directed by Steven Spielberg and written by Robert Rodat. Set during the Invasion of Normandy in World War II, it follows United States Army Rangers Captain John H. Miller (Tom Hanks) and a squad of soldiers as they search for a paratrooper, Private First Class James Francis Ryan (Matt Damon), who is the last-surviving brother of four servicemen. The film opens with a scene of the landing at Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944. After the successful landing, Miller and his squad move inland to find Ryan, who has been sent on a mission to save him from the front lines. As they make their way through the war-torn countryside, they must face numerous obstacles, including enemy fire, land mines, and the harsh realities of war. The squad members become increasingly close as they share their stories and experiences, and gradually come to understand the importance of their mission. In the end, Miller and his men succeed in locating Ryan, and commemorating the memory of the lost brothers. The film was critically acclaimed and won five Academy Awards, including Best Director, Best Cinematography, and Best Film Editing.

From Bryan Singer, starring Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne, Chazz Palminteri, Stephen Baldwin
Rated R

The Usual Suspects is a 1995 neo-noir crime thriller directed by Bryan Singer and written by Christopher McQuarrie. The film follows five criminals—Dean Keaton (Gabriel Byrne), Roger "Verbal" Kint (Kevin Spacey), Michael McManus (Stephen Baldwin), Fred Fenster (Benicio del Toro), and Todd Hockney (Kevin Pollak)—who are brought together by a mysterious criminal mastermind known as Keyser Söze. After being arrested by the police, Verbal recounts the story of how the five criminals were united and how they were set up by Söze. With unexpected twists and turns, the story culminates in an intense climax that leaves the viewer guessing until the very end. The film went on to win two Academy Awards—Best Supporting Actor (Kevin Spacey) and Best Original Screenplay (Christopher McQuarrie).

From Christopher Nolan, starring Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman, Scarlett Johansson, Michael Caine
Rated PG-13

The Prestige is a 2006 mystery thriller directed by Christopher Nolan. It follows two rival magicians, Alfred Borden and Robert Angier, as they attempt to outdo each other in a series of escalating tricks. As their rivalry leads to a dangerous obsession, each must resort to increasingly desperate measures - including deceit, sabotage, and even murder - to outwit the other. The film features a star-studded cast including Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Scarlett Johansson, and Rebecca Hall. The Prestige is a complex, twisty exploration of obsession, obsession, and the lengths to which we will go to achieve our goals.

From Quentin Tarantino, starring Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kerry Washington
Rated R

Django Unchained is a 2012 American revisionist Western film written and directed by Quentin Tarantino. Set in the Old West and Antebellum South, it is a highly stylized, heavily-researched homage to Spaghetti Westerns. The film stars Jamie Foxx as Django, a former slave who teams up with bounty hunter Dr. King Schultz (Christoph Waltz) to hunt criminals. Together they track the murderous Brittle brothers to a plantation owned by Calvin Candie (Leonardo DiCaprio). In order to rescue Django’s wife, Broomhilda (Kerry Washington), they must navigate the treacherous world of the antebellum South and gain the trust of Stephen (Samuel L. Jackson). Django Unchained depicts an epic struggle for freedom and justice in a time of bigotry and horrors.

From Sergio Leone, starring Robert De Niro, James Woods, Elizabeth McGovern, Treat Williams
Rated R

Once Upon a Time in America is a crime epic directed by Sergio Leone and released in 1984. Set in the early 20th century, the film follows the intertwining lives of four childhood friends who grow up to become gangsters in New York's Lower East Side. As they work their way up in the criminal underworld and struggle to keep their dreams alive, their loyalties and friendships are tested when one of them attempts to break away from the gang. The film features an ensemble cast, including Robert De Niro, James Woods, Joe Pesci, Elizabeth McGovern, and Tuesday Weld, and is Sergio Leone's last major film before his death in 1989. With its epic storytelling and vivid cinematography, Once Upon a Time in America is considered one of Leone's best works and a cornerstone of Italian cinema.

From Michael Mann, starring Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Val Kilmer, Jon Voight
Rated R

Heat is a 1995 crime drama film written and directed by Michael Mann. The story follows Neil McCauley (Robert De Niro), a seasoned criminal and thief, and Vincent Hanna (Al Pacino), an LAPD detective who is determined to bring down McCauley and his crew. The two men's lives intertwine as McCauley and his crew launch a daring heist, and Hanna, along with his team, set out to track them down. Along the way, McCauley and Hanna come to understand one another and realize that they have more in common than either of them ever realized. The film follows the story of the two men as they battle against each other on opposite sides of the law, and as they come to terms with their own personal lives. In the end, McCauley and Hanna must face their own personal demons in order to come to terms with their respective fates.

From Martin Scorsese, starring Robert De Niro, Jodie Foster, Cybill Shepherd, Albert Brooks
Rated R

Taxi Driver is a 1976 American psychological drama film written by Paul Schrader and directed by Martin Scorsese. The film stars Robert De Niro as a traumatized Vietnam War veteran who works as a taxi driver in New York City. Desperate to fit in, he starts to follow a presidential candidate and develops an obsession with a teenage prostitute. As his mental state deteriorates, he plans to assassinate the candidate and then himself. The film explores themes of urban despair, loneliness, alienation, and violence. It was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and has since come to be regarded as one of the greatest films ever made.

From Guy Ritchie, starring Jason Statham, Brad Pitt, Stephen Graham, Vinnie Jones
Rated R

Snatch is a British crime comedy film set in the London criminal underworld and directed by Guy Ritchie. The film follows the story of a diamond heist gone wrong and a multitude of characters vying for the stolen goods, including an unlicensed boxing promoter, a gangster, an Irish arms dealer, and a "crazy Russian." As events unfold and tensions mount, the audience is taken on a wild and unpredictable journey of deceit, double-crossing and comic relief. In the end, the characters not only have to contend with their enemies, but also with each other as they fight for their share of the loot.

From Curtis Hanson, starring Kevin Spacey, Russell Crowe, Guy Pearce, Kim Basinger
Rated R

L.A. Confidential is a 1997 neo-noir crime film directed by Curtis Hanson and starring Kevin Spacey, Kim Basinger, Russell Crowe, and Guy Pearce. The film follows three Los Angeles police officers who become entangled in a conspiracy involving a notorious prostitute and the mob. The officers struggle to figure out who is responsible for a series of brutal murders that are taking place in their city. Along the way, they uncover a deep web of corruption, double-crossing and deceit. As the officers get closer to uncovering the truth, they must battle the powerful forces behind the conspiracy and decide how far they are willing to go to bring justice to the city.

From Steven Spielberg, starring Harrison Ford, Sean Connery, Alison Doody, Denholm Elliott
Rated PG-13

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade follows the adventures of Dr. Henry "Indiana" Jones, Jr. (Harrison Ford) as he searches for his father, Dr. Henry Jones (Sean Connery), who has been kidnapped by the Nazi's in search of the Holy Grail. With the help of his father's old colleague, Marcus Brody (Denholm Elliott), Indiana embarks on a daring mission to rescue his father and discover the legendary Grail. Along the way, Indiana must contend with nefarious Nazi agents, rival archeologists, and treacherous terrain. With his trademark wit and daring, Indiana must race against the clock to find the Grail and save his father before it's too late.

From Roman Polanski, starring Jack Nicholson, Faye Dunaway, John Huston, Perry Lopez
Rated R

Chinatown is a 1974 neo-noir mystery film directed by Roman Polanski and starring Jack Nicholson, Faye Dunaway, and John Huston. Set in 1930s Los Angeles, the film follows private investigator J.J. Gittes (Nicholson) as he investigates the complicated case of a water scandal, which leads him into the dark secrets of a wealthy and powerful family. Along the way, he discovers the truth about the woman he's investigating, Evelyn Mulwray (Dunaway), and the corrupt political and business interests that she is mixed up in. The film is known for its twist ending and the Academy Award-winning original screenplay by Robert Towne. Chinatown was nominated for 11 Academy Awards, and won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.

From Guy Ritchie, starring Jason Flemyng, Dexter Fletcher, Nick Moran, Jason Statham
Rated R

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels is a 1998 British crime comedy directed by Guy Ritchie. The film follows the intertwined stories of four Londoners who are caught up in a botched gambling scheme, leading to a series of unexpected and often dangerous consequences. The four main characters - Tom, Soap, Bacon, and Eddie - face off against a variety of criminals, including a notorious crime boss, in a series of chaotic events that spiral increasingly out of control. With an all-star cast, including Jason Statham and Vinnie Jones, Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels is a wild ride full of comedy, action, and unexpected twists.

From Ron Howard, starring Russell Crowe, Ed Harris, Jennifer Connelly, Christopher Plummer
Rated PG-13

A Beautiful Mind is a 2001 American biographical drama film based on the life of Nobel Prize-winning economist and mathematician John Forbes Nash Jr. Directed by Ron Howard and written by Akiva Goldsman, it stars Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly, Ed Harris, and Paul Bettany. The film follows the struggles of Nash and his wife, Alicia, as they deal with his paranoid schizophrenia and contentious relationship with the government over the course of his life. It also focuses on his achievements in mathematics, his Nobel Prize, and his work for the United States government during the Cold War. The story follows Nash from his early years as a promising but eccentric student at Princeton through his work at the RAND Corporation and his groundbreaking work in game theory. Nash's paranoid schizophrenia eventually leads him to a mental hospital, and it is only through Alicia's supportive and loving care that he is able to recover and continue his life and work. The film received numerous awards, including four Academy Awards at the 74th Academy Awards and eight Golden Globe Awards. It was praised for its direction, acting, and writing, and is considered one of the best biopics of all time.

From Directors: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen, starring Tommy Lee Jones, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, Woody Harrelson
Rated R

No Country for Old Men is a 2007 crime thriller film directed by the Coen brothers (Ethan and Joel Coen). The film follows a man named Llewelyn Moss (Josh Brolin) who stumbles upon a drug deal gone wrong and takes a suitcase of money from the scene. He is soon pursued by an enigmatic and relentless killer called Anton Chigurh (Javier Bardem) as well as a local sheriff (Tommy Lee Jones) looking to bring justice to the area. The film is a tense and suspenseful game of cat-and-mouse between these three characters as they battle for control of the money and the future of their lives. The film also examines the themes of morality and violence, and how the choices we make can affect us. In the end, the film is a tragic story about the unstoppable forces of time and fate, and how no one can escape death.

From Sean Penn, starring Emile Hirsch, Vince Vaughn, Catherine Keener, Marcia Gay Harden
Rated R

Into the Wild is a 2007 drama directed by Sean Penn. It tells the true story of Christopher McCandless, a recent college graduate who decides to abandon his privileged life in order to experience true freedom and adventure. He gives away all of his possessions, sets off on a road trip, and eventually makes his way to Alaska, where he plans to live off the land. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters and engages in life-changing experiences. Despite his best intentions, Christopher soon discovers that living in the wilderness is far more challenging than he anticipated. Ultimately, his journey leads him to a greater understanding of himself, as well as of the world around him.

From Tom McCarthy, starring Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams, Liev Schreiber
Rated R

Spotlight is a 2015 American biographical drama directed by Tom McCarthy. It follows the true story of The Boston Globe's "Spotlight" team, a group of journalists who uncovered a widespread child sex abuse scandal in the Catholic Church in Boston, Massachusetts. The film stars Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams, John Slattery, and Liev Schreiber. The film follows the journalists in their dogged pursuit of the truth, as they interview numerous victims and uncover systemic corruption and cover-ups that had been going on for decades. The team's work is met with resistance from the Catholic Church, yet they persevere and their investigation eventually leads to the uncovering of the widespread abuse scandal, which results in criminal charges against some priests. Spotlight won numerous awards, including the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2016, and is widely praised as a powerful and important film that sheds light on an often-overlooked issue. It serves as a reminder of the importance of investigative journalism, and the need to hold those in power accountable.

From David Yates, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Michael Gambon
Rated PG-13

In Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, the final installment of the Harry Potter saga, Harry, Ron, and Hermione set out on a dangerous mission to destroy the remaining Horcruxes and defeat the Dark Lord Voldemort. With the help of their friends, they must face their biggest challenge yet as they attempt to save the wizarding world from destruction. As they battle the forces of evil, they discover the power of love, friendship and courage. This thrilling conclusion to the beloved franchise will leave fans with an unforgettable experience of magic, adventure, and hope.

From Richard Attenborough, starring Ben Kingsley, John Gielgud, Rohini Hattangadi, Roshan Seth
Rated PG

Gandhi is a 1982 British-Indian biographical drama film about Mahatma Gandhi, who led India to independence. Directed by Richard Attenborough and written by John Briley, the film stars Ben Kingsley as Gandhi. The story covers Gandhi's life from his first arrival in South Africa in 1893, his fight for civil rights for Indian immigrants and his eventual rise to lead a nonviolent revolution that led to India's independence from British rule in 1947. Through his philosophy of non-violence, Gandhi inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world. The film was nominated for 11 Academy Awards and won eight, including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actor in a Leading Role for Kingsley.

From Harold Ramis, starring Bill Murray, Andie MacDowell, Chris Elliott, Stephen Tobolowsky
Rated PG

Groundhog Day is a 1993 American fantasy comedy film directed by Harold Ramis and written by Ramis and Danny Rubin. Starring Bill Murray, Andie MacDowell, and Chris Elliott, the film follows Phil Connors, a cynical TV weatherman who is sent to cover the annual Groundhog Day event in the small town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. When he wakes up the next morning, he finds himself in a time loop, forced to relive the same day over and over again. While initially viewing it as a curse, he eventually learns to appreciate the day more and begins to change his outlook on life. Through his newfound outlook, he eventually finds redemption, freedom, and true love.