After helming two critically acclaimed revenge thrillers, Rocky (2021) and Saani Kaayidham (2022), director Arun Matheswaran…
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Ace in the Hole (1951) review – Billy Wilder masterfully explores the darkest facets of human nature
Although Billy Wilder had previously delved into the shadowy side of human nature in masterpieces like…
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Eileen (2023) review – Thomasin McKenzie delivers a stellar performance in this deliciously twisted thriller
William Oldroyd’s deliciously twisted thriller, Eileen, mostly succeeds because of its assured direction, superb lead performances,…
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A Simple Plan (1998) review – Sam Raimi’s best film to date
Sam Raimi has given us several memorable films throughout his four-decade career, including The Evil Dead trilogy…
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Sergio Leone – Director’s study
In the same way that Alfred Hitchcock was renowned as the “Master of Suspense,” Sergio Leone…
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Days of Heaven (1978) review – The cinematography, score, and narration blend perfectly to create a unique cinematic experience
Days of Heaven, Terrence Malick’s second feature film, has a simple plot and is remembered for…
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Leave the World Behind (2023) review – A film that is engaging for the most part but disappoints with its conclusion
Based on Rumaan Alam’s 2020 novel of the same name, Leave the World Behind, directed by…
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High and Low (1963) review – One of the greatest police procedural films ever made
One of the main reasons Akira Kurosawa is considered one of the greatest directors of all…
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Dillinger (1973) review – John Milius’ directorial debut is a mean, bleak cat-and-mouse gangster film that packs a solid punch
By the time he directed his first feature film, Dillinger, John Milius (whose writing credits include…
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