Tag: USA
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MARATHON MAN
“Marathon Man,” directed by John Schlesinger, is a 1976 thriller that intertwines political intrigue, family secrets, and a relentless quest for survival. Based on William Goldman’s novel, the film features standout performances from its leading cast. The story centers on Thomas “Babe” Levy (Dustin Hoffman), a Columbia University graduate history student and avid marathon runner.…
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THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH
“The Tragedy of Macbeth,” directed by Joel Coen, is a stark and atmospheric adaptation of William Shakespeare’s classic play. The film stays faithful to the original text while bringing a fresh, minimalist visual style that enhances the story’s dark and haunting themes. The film opens with the victorious Scottish general Macbeth (Denzel Washington) and his…
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SCARECROW
“Scarecrow” is a 1973 poignant road movie directed by Jerry Schatzberg that delves into themes of friendship, redemption, and the American dream. The film stars Gene Hackman and Al Pacino in remarkable performances that capture the essence of their characters’ complex lives. The story begins with two drifters meeting on a desolate stretch of road…
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BEING JOHN MALKOVICH
“Being John Malkovich” is a 1999 darkly comedic and surreal film directed by Spike Jonze and written by Charlie Kaufman. The film explores identity, consciousness, and the human desire for connection and control. The story centers on Craig Schwartz (John Cusack), a struggling puppeteer living in New York City with his pet-obsessed wife, Lotte (Cameron…
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SE7EN
“Seven” is a 1995 dark, psychological thriller directed by David Fincher and written by Andrew Kevin Walker. The film follows two detectives, the soon-to-retire William Somerset (Morgan Freeman) and the ambitious newcomer David Mills (Brad Pitt), as they hunt down a serial killer who uses the seven deadly sins as motifs for his murders. The…
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SHORT FILM: THE ARGUMENT
“The Argument,” a short film directed by Donald Cammell and edited by Frank Mazzola, is an experimental piece that was filmed in 1971 but remained unfinished until 1999. The film centers on an intense and enigmatic dialogue between two characters, a man and a woman, whose identities and relationships remain deliberately ambiguous. Set within the…
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DONNIE DARKO
“Donnie Darko” is a 2001 psychological thriller and science fiction film written and directed by Richard Kelly. Jake Gyllenhaal stars in the titular role, and notable performances are also provided by Jena Malone, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Mary McDonnell, Holmes Osborne, Katharine Ross, Patrick Swayze, Noah Wyle, and Drew Barrymore.The story is set in the late 1980s…
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SPANKING THE MONKEY
“Spanking the Monkey” is a 1994 dark comedy-drama film directed by David O. Russell in his directorial debut. The film stars Jeremy Davies, Alberta Watson, Benjamin Hendrickson, Carla Gallo, and Matthew Puckett. The film explores complex themes such as familial duty, isolation, and taboo relationships. The story centers on Ray Aibelli (Jeremy Davies), a pre-med…
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TOYS ARE NOT FOR CHILDREN
“Toys Are Not for Children” is a 1972 American exploitation drama directed by Stanley H. Brassloff. The film stars Marcia Forbes, Harlan Cary Poe, and Evelyn Kingsley.The film centers on Jamie Godard (Marcia Forbes), a young woman with a troubled psyche deeply rooted in her childhood experiences. Jamie’s life is marked by an obsessive attachment…
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THE SPY WHO LOVED ME
“The Spy Who Loved Me” is a 1977 James Bond film directed by Lewis Gilbert, starring Roger Moore as the iconic British secret agent, James Bond. The film also features Barbara Bach as Major Anya Amasova (Agent XXX), Curt Jürgens as the villainous Karl Stromberg, and Richard Kiel as the towering henchman Jaws. The movie…
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