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From William Friedkin, starring Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Linda Blair, Lee J. Cobb
Rated R

The Exorcist is a horror film directed by William Friedkin and released in 1973. The film follows the story of a 12-year-old girl named Regan MacNeil (Linda Blair). After a strange supernatural event, Regan is possessed by a demonic force. Her desperate mother, Chris MacNeil (Ellen Burstyn), turns to a local priest, Father Karras (Jason Miller), and an experienced exorcist, Father Merrin (Max von Sydow), for help. The two priests battle the demonic power for Regan's soul in a desperate attempt to save her. The film was a commercial and critical success, and won two Academy Awards. It has since become a horror classic and has been cited by many as one of the scariest films of all time.

From Kar-Wai Wong, starring Brigitte Lin, Takeshi Kaneshiro, Tony Chiu-Wai Leung, Faye Wong
Rated PG-13

Chungking Express is an iconic 1994 film directed by Kar-Wai Wong. The movie follows two separate stories that revolve around two police officers who both work at the Midnight Express take-out restaurant in Chungking Mansions. The first story follows the relationship between the police officer, Cop 223 (Takeshi Kaneshiro), and a mysterious woman he meets at the restaurant. The second story follows Cop 663 (Tony Leung Chiu-Wai) and his attempts to recapture the excitement of his past relationship with an unknown woman. Both stories are intertwined with amusingly quirky characters and a dreamy, romantic atmosphere. The film has become a cult classic, due to its beautiful visuals, captivating soundtrack, and offbeat humor.

From Sylvain Chomet, starring Michèle Caucheteux, Jean-Claude Donda, Michel Robin, Monica Viegas
Rated PG-13

The Triplets of Belleville is a 2003 animated comedy film directed by Sylvain Chomet. The story follows an elderly woman named Madame Souza who is raising her grandson, Champion. Champion loves to ride his bicycle, and Madame Souza encourages this by buying him a tiny tricycle. When Champion is kidnapped by mysterious men, Madame Souza embarks on a journey to the bustling metropolis of Belleville with her dog Bruno. Once there, she discovers the Belleville Triplets, an eccentric music group from the 1930s, who help her rescue Champion from the kidnappers. The film is a surreal and comedic adventure filled with vibrant animation and a jazzy soundtrack.

From William Friedkin, starring Gene Hackman, Roy Scheider, Fernando Rey, Tony Lo Bianco
Rated R

The French Connection is a 1971 American crime thriller directed by William Friedkin and starring Gene Hackman and Roy Scheider. The film follows two New York City narcotics detectives, Jimmy "Popeye" Doyle (Hackman) and Buddy "Cloudy" Russo (Scheider), as they attempt to intercept a huge heroin shipment coming from France. The two detectives must use any means necessary to outwit the French smugglers and ultimately bring them to justice. Along the way, Popeye must battle against his own personal demons, while Cloudy reluctantly falls in with the mobsters he is trying to bust. The French Connection won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Editing.

From Robert Clouse, starring Bruce Lee, John Saxon, Jim Kelly, Ahna Capri
Rated R

Enter the Dragon is a 1973 martial arts action film directed by Robert Clouse, starring Bruce Lee, John Saxon and Jim Kelly. The plot follows Lee as he is recruited by an undercover government agency to participate in a martial arts tournament in a mysterious island owned by the evil Han, who is a powerful crime lord. Lee must use his martial arts skills to defeat Han and his martial arts students, while uncovering the truth behind the tournament. Along the way, he is aided by two other competitors, Roper and Williams. The film features an array of spectacular martial arts fight scenes and is widely considered to be one of the greatest and most influential martial arts films ever made.

From Brian G. Hutton, starring Richard Burton, Clint Eastwood, Mary Ure, Patrick Wymark
Rated M

Where Eagles Dare is a British-American war film directed by Brian G. Hutton and starring Richard Burton, Clint Eastwood, Mary Ure and Ingrid Pitt. The film follows the story of a group of Allied commandos sent on a daring mission deep into the Bavarian Alps to rescue a high-ranking US general from a Nazi stronghold during World War II. The commandos must face off against an impenetrable fortress, experienced SS soldiers, and a dangerous double agent within their own ranks. With a mix of thrilling action and dramatic suspense, Where Eagles Dare is an unforgettable WWII classic.

From Directors: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen, starring John Getz, Frances McDormand, Dan Hedaya, M. Emmet Walsh
Rated R

Blood Simple is a neo-noir film directed by Joel and Ethan Coen and released in 1984. The film centers around a Texas bar owner, Julian Marty, who hires a private detective to investigate his wife and her lover. The investigation leads to a series of violent events that spiral out of control. The film follows the perspectives of each of the characters as they attempt to outwit each other and survive the escalating violence. As the tension builds, the characters become increasingly desperate, leading to a shocking conclusion.

From John Sayles, starring Chris Cooper, Elizabeth Peña, Stephen Mendillo, Stephen J. Lang
Rated R

From Sam Peckinpah, starring Dustin Hoffman, Susan George, Peter Vaughan, T.P. McKenna
Rated R

From Wolfgang Petersen, starring Brad Pitt, Eric Bana, Orlando Bloom, Julian Glover
Rated R

From Jacques Audiard, starring Vincent Cassel, Emmanuelle Devos, Olivier Gourmet, Olivier Perrier
Rated R

From Michel Gondry, starring Gael García Bernal, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Miou-Miou, Alain Chabat
Rated R

From Mel Gibson, starring Jim Caviezel, Monica Bellucci, Maia Morgenstern, Christo Jivkov
Rated R

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

From Pen-Ek Ratanaruang, starring Tasanawalai Ongartittichai, Black Phomtong, Lalita Panyopas, Sirisin Siripornsmathikul
Rated R

From Brian Helgeland, starring Mel Gibson, Gregg Henry, Maria Bello, David Paymer
Rated R

From John Maybury, starring Adrien Brody, Keira Knightley, Daniel Craig, Kris Kristofferson
Rated R

From Frank Oz, starring Rick Moranis, Ellen Greene, Vincent Gardenia, Levi Stubbs
Rated PG-13

From Len Wiseman, starring Kate Beckinsale, Scott Speedman, Shane Brolly, Michael Sheen
Rated R

From Takashi Miike, starring Tadanobu Asano, Nao Ômori, Shin'ya Tsukamoto, Paulyn Sun
Rated R

From Jay Roach, starring Ben Stiller, Robert De Niro, Teri Polo, Blythe Danner
Rated PG-13

From David Zucker, starring Leslie Nielsen, Priscilla Presley, George Kennedy, O.J. Simpson
Rated PG-13

From Ryûhei Kitamura, starring Aya Ueto, Kenji Kohashi, Hiroki Narimiya, Takatoshi Kaneko
Rated Not Rated

From Directors: Mike Judge, Mike de Seve, Brian Mulroney, Yvette Kaplan, starring Mike Judge, Bruce Willis, Demi Moore, Cloris Leachman
Rated PG-13

From David Cronenberg, starring Jennifer O'Neill, Stephen Lack, Patrick McGoohan, Lawrence Dane
Rated R