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Prisoners [2013]

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May 19, 2020

A slow-burn thriller with great visuals, a heavy atmosphere, an intriguing who-done-it story, and finally powerful performances from ensemble cast.

The Reef [2010]

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May 8, 2020

Based on true events, this shark movie with an incredibly intense atmosphere and great underwater scenes is one of the best in this sub-genre

The Bank Job [2008]

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April 13, 2020

Starring young Jason Statham, The Bank Job is based on one of the strangest heists ever pulled off. Engaging and thrilling, it's a must-see!

La Cara Oculta AKA The Hidden Face [2011]

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April 6, 2020

The Hidden Face is an engaging Colombian thriller about love, lust and morality. Filled with interesting character choices and moral dilemmas it's a must-see!

The Shallows [2016]

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March 27, 2020

Minimalistic horror/thriller featuring one hot Blake Lively and one hell of a looking shark is an effective addition to a shark movie sub-genre.

Bullitt County [2018]

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October 19, 2018

With a distinct Coen brothers vibe, Bullit County is a slow-burn thriller with an authentic indie atmosphere and decent storytelling.

Brawl in Cell Block 99 [2017]

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May 9, 2018

Intense and gritty, Brawl in Cell Block 99 is a testosterone-filled extravaganza set in prison features great action sequences and nightmarish atmosphere.

Suburbicon [2018]

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January 25, 2018

I wanted to write that I simply cannot believe that this movie flopped at the box office, received a tone...

Bølgen AKA The Wave [2015]

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October 16, 2017

This Norwegian disaster movie rooted in reality is a refreshing take on the genre with a familiar plot and great special effects.

Call of the Wolf [2017]

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February 8, 2017

Indie slow-burn thriller set in the desolate cabin in the middle of a winter where a man realizes he's being hunted and must escape or fight.

Detour [2016]

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January 28, 2017

Very engaging and intelligent road-trip movie about life and how choices we make take us onto unexpected paths. Or expected...

El Desconocido Aka Retribution [2015]

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March 29, 2016

A fast-paced and nerve-wracking thriller set in a car armed with an explosive device that will explode unless unknown criminals get their money.

Dark Places [2015]

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August 12, 2015

Based on a novel, this who-done-it mystery movie starring Charlize Theron and Nicholas Hoult is a perfect choice for those long Sunday afternoons.

The Salvation [2014]

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June 17, 2015

A very engaging and original take on a familiar western story with stunning vistas, visuals, and strong performances from Mads Mikkelsen and Eva Green.

Kill the Messenger [2014]

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February 4, 2015

A very engaging and authentic movie based on the life of Gary Webb, an investigative journalist who broke the story about the US involvement in Nicaragua.

Locke [2013]

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October 30, 2014

I think you should know that this movie is set entirely in just one location: Ivan Locke’s car. I also...

Blue Ruin [2013]

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August 3, 2014

A phenomenal and down-to-earth indie slow-burner with stunning visuals and an intense atmosphere that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Good Doctor [2011]

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July 31, 2014

Underrated, down-to-Earth, and gripping, The Good Doctor is an excellent character study driven by Orlando Bloom's stellar performance.

13 Sins [2014]

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July 27, 2014

Proof that there can be such a thing as a successful remake. With great pacing, awesome script and a healthy dose of black humor, 13 Sins is a must-see.

Non-Stop [2014]

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July 26, 2014

An action movie with an intense atmosphere, flashy visual style and Liam Neeson. Air marshal must figure out who's the threat on a flight of his life.

The Hard Word [2002]

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November 14, 2013

Juicy crime/heist thriller with a strong cast, great story, and authentic atmosphere. If you're tired of American heist movies check out this Aussie one.

Thursday [1998]

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November 7, 2013

Authentic and gritty look at the world of crime that you will rarely find. Driven by psychopatic and always scheming characters, this is a must-see.

Internal Affairs [1990]

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October 31, 2013

A slow-burner about police corruption with phenomenal character development, strong performances, and a distinct nineties vibe.

A Hijacking AKA Kapringen [2012]

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October 22, 2013

Incredibly intense drama about a crew of a Danish ship taken by Somali pirates and a CEO of the company that owns the ship negotiating for their release.

The Liability [2012]

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October 8, 2013

An aging hitman and a young, restless kid bond throughout his last job. Doubles as a road and British crime movie, acceptable for a single watching.

The Frozen Ground [2013]

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October 1, 2013

An intense thriller based on a real-life Alaskan serial killer Robert Hansen with a great script and disturbing atmosphere without much gore.

Now You See Me [2013]

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September 26, 2013

An entertaining and visually stunning movie filled with very famous and great actors but without any lasting value. Pretty good for one viewing.

Empire State [2013]

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September 18, 2013

While we’re in the whole heist subgenre, lets take a closer look at Empire State. Based on true events, where...

Deadfall [2012]

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September 14, 2013

Unpredictable and pacey, Deadfall is a tight thriller featuring an excellent cast and an even better snowy setting. Fargo without the humor.

Sneakers [1992]

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September 10, 2013

Sneakers is an easygoing movie for all those nostalgic of the nineties and its technology plus it features people over sixty are hacking and pulling off heists.

Side Effects [2013]

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September 8, 2013

Before playing this movie I sort of rushed through it, stumbling upon a scene where Jude Law says: “we could sue them”....

El Aura [2005]

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September 2, 2013

If you're looking for a different kind of a neo-noir thriller, 2005's El Aura is a perfect choice. Atmospheric and refreshing, it's a must-see.

Shooter [2007]

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August 8, 2013

I don’t know why people, myself included, love movies about snipers and sniping. This isn’t a thing that’s exclusive to...

Bailout: The Age of Greed AKA Assault on Wall Street [2013]

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August 6, 2013

After Rampage [2009] this is a second Uwe Boll movie that I actually enjoyed and payed attention to. The bailout...

The Place Beyond the Pines [2012]

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July 25, 2013

The Place Beyond the Pines is not just a neo-noir crime epic but also a thought-provoking drama exploring what it means to be a man.

Dead Man Down [2013]

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July 21, 2013

Right from the start, this movie lets you know that it’s going to be good with a very profound monologue,...

Last Passenger [2013]

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July 14, 2013

It would just be another trip for the passengers on this late-night train if only the Last Passenger didn't join them in this effective British thriller.

Celda 211 AKA Cell 211 [2009]

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July 10, 2013

Intense, raw, and engaging, Celda 211 AKA Cell 211 is a highly underrated Spanish thriller and one of the best prison movies I've ever seen.

Trance [2013]

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July 6, 2013

Stylish and satisfyingly demanding, Trance is not just an unusual heist movie but also an intriguing psychological thriller with a great cast.

Hamilton: I Nationens Intresse [2012]

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July 3, 2013

Exotic and refreshing, Hamilton: I Nationens Intresse is a Swedish take on the James Bond secret agent subgenre with a more realistic but still entertaining approach.

Redemption AKA Hummingbird [2013]

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July 2, 2013

Whenever I see that another Jason Statham movie is out (this guy practically invented a genre called Statham-movies), I have...

The Numbers Station [2013]

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June 18, 2013

Featuring a rather intriguing story, The Numbers Station is a refreshing and effective little spy thriller that will do just fine in a pinch.

Savages [2012]

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June 9, 2013

While most of the old school directors are having trouble integrating into this new society, movie-wise, Oliver Stone managed not...

Broken City [2013]

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June 4, 2013

With more and more great thrillers coming out of the closet, I declare this year, the year of the thriller....

Vehicle 19 [2013]

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May 28, 2013

Featuring an exotic South African setting and solid chase scenes, Vehicle 19 is a mildly entertaining thriller starring Paul Walker.

Snitch [2013]

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May 27, 2013

The Rock is The Man. Who knew that a professional wrestler, looking like that, could pull off such a performance,...

Killer Joe [2011]

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May 24, 2013

Oozing perverse sexuality with an incredibly intense atmosphere, Killer Joe is one of those movies you're going to remember.

Jack Reacher [2012]

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May 18, 2013

Based on a book by Lee Child, Jack Reacher is a pretty straightforward flick, with good structure, goals and everything...

Pawn [2013]

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April 25, 2013

Pawn. Pawn is the reason why I watch too many boring or just plain bad movies. Out of every 20 bad movies there is one, just one, as awesome as this one.

Compliance [2012]

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April 2, 2013

Based on a bizarre true story, Compliance is a gripping tale of power, human nature, and our society unfolding in real-time.