Category: USA
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IVANSXTC (NSFW)
‘Ivansxtc’ is a 2000 adaptation of Leo Tolstoy’s The Death of Ivan Ilyich set in the fast-paced, hedonistic world of Hollywood. Directed by Bernard Rose, it is a scathing critique of the entertainment industry, wealth, and self-destruction, shot in a cinéma vérité style that enhances its raw, documentary-like feel. The film opens with the sudden…
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KILL BILL: VOL. 1
Kill Bill: Vol. 1 is a 2003 revenge thriller directed by Quentin Tarantino. The film follows Beatrix Kiddo, also known as The Bride (Uma Thurman), as she embarks on a relentless quest to take revenge on her former assassin comrades and their leader, Bill (David Carradine), who attempted to kill her on her wedding day.…
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IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE
“It’s a Wonderful Life” is a 1946 classic holiday drama directed by Frank Capra. It stars James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell, and Henry Travers. Based on Philip Van Doren Stern’s short story “The Greatest Gift,” the film has become one of the most beloved holiday movies ever. The story begins On Christmas Eve in the small…
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ARTHUR
Arthur (1981) is a romantic comedy directed by Steve Gordon, starring Dudley Moore, Liza Minnelli, John Gielgud, and Geraldine Fitzgerald. The film became a critical and commercial success, earning multiple Academy Award nominations and winning Best Supporting Actor for John Gielgud and Best Original Song for “Arthur’s Theme (Best That You Can Do)” by Christopher Cross. Arthur Bach (Dudley Moore) is…
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ROCK ‘N’ ROLL HIGH SCHOOL
Rock’ n’ Roll High School (1979) is a musical comedy directed by Allan Arkush, with contributions from Joe Dante. The film stars P.J. Soles, Vincent Van Patten, Clint Howard, Mary Woronov, Paul Bartel, and The Ramones. It blends rebellious teenage antics with the raw energy of punk rock. Known for its zany humor, over-the-top characters, and iconic soundtrack,…
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RESERVOIR DOGS
Reservoir Dogs is a 1992 neo-noir crime thriller directed by Quentin Tarantino in his feature film debut. The film stars Harvey Keitel, Tim Roth, Michael Madsen, Steve Buscemi, Chris Penn, Lawrence Tierney, and Quentin Tarantino. A group of criminals is assembled by veteran gangster Joe Cabot (Lawrence Tierney) and his son “Nice Guy” Eddie Cabot (Chris Penn) for a…
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BRAZIL
Brazil (1985) is a dystopian science fiction film directed by Terry Gilliam and starring Jonathan Pryce, Robert De Niro, Kim Greist, Michael Palin, Ian Holm, and Katherine Helmond. Known for its surrealist visuals, dark humor, and Orwellian themes, the film is a nightmarish yet satirical take on a bureaucratic, totalitarian society. In a bleak, retro-futuristic world dominated…
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JAWS
“Jaws” (1975), directed by Steven Spielberg and based on Peter Benchley’s 1974 novel, is a groundbreaking thriller that combines suspense, horror, and adventure with an iconic creature feature. The film is often credited with creating the summer blockbuster formula and remains one of the most influential films in cinematic history. It also casued an entire…
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DRACULA (31)
“Dracula” (1931) is the seminal Universal horror film directed by Tod Browning, which set the stage for many of the iconic vampire films that followed. Adapted from the 1897 novel by Bram Stoker, the film tells the story of Count Dracula, a centuries-old vampire who seeks to move from Transylvania to London to spread the…
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SACRED HOUSES: THE RANGRA THEATER, ALPINE, TEXAS
In this edition of the “Sacred Houses Series,” we pay homage to the Rangra Theater in Alpine, Texas, USA, as we continue to honor notable movie theaters worldwide. The Rangra Theater in Alpine, Texas, has a rich history dating back to its original opening in 1921 as the Big Ben Theatre. Over the decades, it…
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