Le Cercle Rouge [1970]
Get a pack of cigarettes, a bottle of whiskey, and play Le Cercle Rouge, a stylish noir masterpiece offering a look into the desolate world of crime.
The Trigger Effect [1996]
Surprisingly breezy and easygoing, The Trigger Effect is an engaging thriller that will be whatever you want it to be. If you want it to be a deep and psychological study of human behavior, it will be that. If you want it to be just something that will keep your attention for ninety minutes, it will be that too.
Backcountry [2014]
Based on true events, Backcountry features some truly gory and harrowing scenes as it follows a couple who get lost in the woods during bear season.
Purple Noon AKA Plein Soleil [1960]
Based on the novel The Talented Mr. Ripley, Purple Noon is a devilishly nuanced and visually impressive movie starring mesmerizing Alain Delon as Tom.
The Gift [2015]
Do not be discouraged by the generic title, The Gift is an intense and cleverly written psychological thriller with a suspenseful atmosphere and great cast.
Stuart: A Life Backwards [2007]
As one of the best movies you’ve never heard of, Stuart: A Life Backwards is a surprisingly vibrant and entertaining masterpiece based on true events.
Raya and the Last Dragon [2021]
Visually mind-blowing, Raya and The Last Dragon is exactly the type of Disney animated movie you expected featuring a predictable story and great cast.
Silk Road [2021]
If you haven’t heard of the Silk Road, an illegal online marketplace this easygoing and vibrant movie with great performances is a good place to start.
The Ritual [2017]
The Ritual offers a refreshing take of the “getting lost in the forest” sub-genre of horror movies featuring an engaging atmosphere and intriguing story.
La Haine [1995]
Don’t be put off by the black and white cinematography or the year of production, La Haine is a timeless masterpiece that will stay with you for a long time.
Breaking News in Yuba County [2021]
Not great but also not terrible, Breaking News in Yuba County is a decent black comedy with a phenomenal cast, a couple of good gags, and fast pacing.
Shorta AKA Enforcement [2020]
Dealing with race issues and police brutality Shorta is a Danish thriller following two cops who find themselves in the wrong neighborhood at the wrong time.