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Gnomeo & Juliet [2011] Movie Review Recommendation

Gnomeo & Juliet [2011]

Comedy
Well, after quite gloomy movie An American Crime, lets move on to something more cheerful. Gnomeo & Juliet is another...
An American Crime 2007 Movie Catherine Keener looking at Ellen Page as she's about to start beating her scene

An American Crime [2007]

Drama
A harrowing drama based on the true story of Sylvia Likens with incredibly strong performances by Ellen Page and Catherine Keener is an intense experience.
Wind Chill 2007 Movie Scene A single car on a snowy road during the night

Wind Chill [2007]

Horror
Choosing mystery over graphic violence, Wind Chill is a solid horror movie making the most of its snowing setting and Emily Blunt.
Inception 2010 Movie Scene Cillian Murphy as Robert Fischer holding a gun to his head in his dream

Inception [2010]

Science fiction
Not just a thought-provoking science fiction masterpiece exploring intriguing concepts but also a heist movie, Inception is a must-see.
Hereafter [2010] Movie Review Recommendation

Hereafter [2010]

Drama
Another good movie from Clint Eastwood, who could have thought that Dirty Harry would be such a great director. Although,...
The Eagle 2011 Movie Scene Channing Tatum as Marcus wearing a roman armor

The Eagle [2011]

Action
Intriguing and engaging, The Eagle is a contained, character-driven historical epic featuring appealing visuals well worth your time.
The Rite 2011 Movie Scene Anthony Hopkins as Father Lucas Trevant and Colin O'Donoghue as Michael Kovak performing an exorcism

The Rite [2011]

Horror
Meandering and without many scares, The Rite is a different kind of exorcism movie enhanced by strong performances and production values.
Hobo With A Shotgun 2011 Movie Scene Rutger Hauer as Hobo walking through the hospital holding a shotgun

Hobo with a Shotgun [2011]

Action
Shamelessly brutal and unapologetically entertaining, Hobo with a Shotgun is a Grindhouse masterpiece you simply must check out.
Novocaine 2001 Movie Scene Steve Martin as Frank arguing with Scott Caan as Duane in his dentists office

Novocaine [2001]

Comedy
Featuring a familiar story of a man stuck in a rut revived by a pretty girl, Novocaine is a mildly amusing crime comedy with edgier Martin.
Judge Dredd 1995 Movie Scene Sylvester Stallone as Judge Dredd holding his gun with Diane Lane as Judge Hershey next to him

Judge Dredd [1995]

Science fiction
Entertaining, lavishly stylish, and drenched in nineties action science-fiction nostalgia, Judge Dredd 1995 is the ultimate guilty pleasure.
Rio [2011] Movie Review Recommendation

Rio [2011]

Comedy
Rio is the sixth animated movie coming to us from Blue Sky Studios (Ice Age, Robots, Horton Hears A Who…),...
The Resident 2011 Movie Scene Hilary Swank as Dr. Juliet entering her apartment building for the first time

The Resident [2011]

Thriller
Quite generic but visually appealing and atmospheric, The Resident is one of those forgettable thrillers perfect for a single viewing.
Season of the Witch 2011 Movie Scene Nicolas Cage as Behmen and Ron Perlman as Felson wearing their crusader armor and refusing to participate in any more of the killings

Season of the Witch [2011]

Fantasy
Set during an epidemic of the bubonic plague, Season of the Witch is an entertaining and visually formidable fantasy time-killer.
Luther 2003 Movie Scene Joseph Fiennes as Martin Luther during the trial

Luther [2003]

Drama
Fascinating, thought-provoking, and captivating, Luther is a masterpiece of modern cinema exploring not just religion but also us, humans.
Inhale [2010] Movie Review Recommendation

Inhale [2010]

Thriller
This movie turned out surprisingly good compared to the premise that it’s based on. I mean, come on, they had...
Faster 2010 Movie Scene Dwayne Johnson as Driver outside of prison

Faster [2010]

Action
Starring The Rock, Faster is a juicy, old-school revenge movie drenched in testosterone and swagger you simply cannot miss.
Conviction 2010 Movie Scene Hilary Swank as Betty Anne Waters crying after her brother is taken away to jail

Conviction [2010]

Drama
Based on actual events and elevated by strong performances, Conviction is a compelling drama about a sister trying to save her brother.
Black Swan [2010] Movie Review Recommendation

Black Swan [2010]

Drama
I know, I know, this is the big movie this year, and everyone must have seen it. After so many...
13 Movie 2010 Scene Sam Riley as Vince holding a huge gun pointed at the air and wearing a shirt with a number thirteen on it.

13 [2010]

Thriller
A bit rough around the edges, 13 is an intense and gritty movie with a formidable cast and a brutally captivating story.
Salt 2010 Movie Scene Angelina Jolie as Evelyn Salt reloading her gun

Salt [2010]

Action
Starring Angelina Jolie as a tough secret agent, Salt is a watchable action spy thriller in the vein of Jason Bourne and Mission Impossible.
The Vicious Kind [2010] Movie Review Recommendation

The Vicious Kind [2009]

Drama
While it seems like another indie dramedy about a dysfunctional family, The Vicious Kind is an engaging character study with a healthy dose of humor and romance.
Species 1995 Movie Scene Natasha Henstridge as Sil coming out of the cocoon in a train

Species [1995]

Horror
If you ever wondered can you base a science fiction movie solely on one hot female lead, Species has an answer ready for you!
Hot Tub Time Machine 2010 Movie Scene John Cusack as Adam, Rob Corddry as Lou, Craig Robinson as Nick and Clark Duke as Jacob looking at the outdoor hot tub

Hot Tub Time Machine [2010]

Comedy
Leaning hard into that eighties nostalgia, Hot Tub Time Machine is a dumb but charming and raunchy enough movie to warrant a viewing.
P2 2007 Movie Rachel Nichols in a white dress with big cleavage holding an axe

P2 [2007]

Thriller
An intense thriller set in an underground parking garage flawlessly executed and with strong performances by Wes Bentley and Rachel Nichols.
Frontiers 2007 Movie Scene David Saracino as Tom emerging from the tunnel

Frontiรจre(s) [2007]

Horror
Shockingly gruesome and with a thick, suffocating atmosphere, Frontiรจre(s) is a horror movie that will give fucking nightmares.
Critters 1986 Movie Scene Nadine Van der Velde as April Brown screaming in the barn as she sees the little monsters

Critters [1986]

Horror
With a simple but effective tagline “They eat so fast, you don’t have time to scream”, Critters made their way...
Date Night [2010] Movie Review Recommendation

Date Night [2010]

Comedy
Now I do not know what to think about Steve Carell. He can be excellent in one movie, and painfully...
Creepshow 1982 Movie Scene Zombie coming out of his grave to eat the living

Creepshow [1982]

Horror
Not as scary as it is charmingly funny and nostalgic, Creepshow is a stylish horror anthology based on Stephen King's five juicy stories.
City Island [2009] Movie Review Recommendation

City Island [2009]

Comedy
This easygoing indie movie is something that you need to check out. Although not so serious as American Beauty or...
The Faculty 1998 Movie Scene Robert Patrick as Coach Joe Willis and Piper Laurie as Mrs. Karen Olson looking for students

The Faculty [1998]

Horror
Blending science fiction, horror, and comedy, The Faculty is just so fucking entertaining! Visuals still hold up and the cast is just perfect.
The Wolfman 2010 Movie Scene Benicio Del Toro as the werewolf snarling after the transformation sequence

The Wolfman [2010]

Horror
With a budget of over $150 million, The Wolfman is a big werewolf movie featuring stunning visuals, a great cast and lofty period setting.
The Book of Eli 2010 Movie Scene Denzel Washington as Eli holding a big bloody knife under the bridge

The Book of Eli [2010]

Movie Rants
The Book of Eli is a post-apocalyptic western starring Denzel Washington that does look great but features a dumb religious propaganda story.
Solomon Kane 2009 Movie Scene James Purefoy as Solomon Kane battling a demon with a fire sword

Solomon Kane [2009]

Action
They just don’t make cool sword and sorcery movies like Solomon Kane anymore. This is a stylish action adventure with...

The Relic [1997]

Horror
The vibrant museum setting, graphic violence, and great practical effects made The Relic quite a refreshing creature feature experience.
Youth in Revolt [2009] Movie Review Recommendation

Youth in Revolt [2009]

Comedy
I wonder how many more movies will be made with the same tag-line of what would guys do for pussy?...
Kick-Ass 2010 Movie Scene Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Dave Lizewski AKA Kick-Ass without his mask in Big Daddy's weapons room

Kick-Ass [2010]

Action
Injecting a healthy dose of subversive realism and black humor into a classic superhero story, Kick-Ass is one kickass movie and a must-see.
Alice in Wonderland 2010 Movie Scene Mia Wasikowska as Alice stepping into the Wonderland for the first time

Alice in Wonderland [2010]

Fantasy
A true feast for the eyes but not so much mind, Alice in Wonderland 2010 edition follows now 19-year-old Alice down the rabbit hole.
Happiness 1998 Movie Scene Lara Flynn Boyle as Helen Jordan and Philip Seymour Hoffman as Allen riding in an elevator

Happiness [1998]

Drama
Defusing difficult subjects with black humor and absurdity, Happiness is one of those movies that will stay with you for a long time.
Blood Simple 1984 Movie Scene Dan Hedaya as Julian in the back of the nightclub with neon lights shining behind him

Blood Simple. [1984]

Thriller
Blood Simple is an effective noir thriller doubling as a small-town crime movie and featuring all of the trademark Coen Brothers goodies.
Dantes Peak 1997 Movie Scene A huge volcano smoking

Dante’s Peak [1997]

Action
If you're craving an old-school disaster movie experience, Dante's Peak starring Pierce Brosnan and Linda Hamilton is a perfect choice.