The Condemned [2007]
Requiring zero brain power, The Condemned is a forgettable action movie with an exotic setting and a lot of missed opportunities.
00s Movies
Naked Weapon [2002]
Despite its enticing title, Naked Weapon is a more titillating but still fun cheesy action movie following a squad of sexy female assassins.
Flight of the Living Dead AKA Plane Dead [2007]
Zombies on a Plane is exactly the movie you think it is, a cheesy horror comedy leaning into all the genre tropes for maximum entertainment.
Lonely Hearts [2006]
Perhaps a bit too aloof for a movie based on the hunt for two serial killers, Lonely Hearts is a light neo-noir thriller worth watching.
Who Is Cletis Tout? [2002]
Easygoing and mildly entertaining, Who Is Cletis Tout? is a crime comedy featuring an excellent cast and great storytelling.
Sexy Beast [2000]
Captivating from minute one, Sexy Beast is a different type of British crime movie featuring loads of black humor and an excellent cast.
Mindhunters [2004]
Unapologetically flashy, Mindhunters is a highly entertaining thriller about a serial killer toying with FBI profilers on an island.
Tais Toi AKA Ruby and Quentin [2003]
Vibrant, silly, and simply hilarious, Tais Toi AKA Ruby and Quentin is a French action comedy starring Jean Reno and Gerard Depardieu.
The Escapist [2008]
Quirky and aloof but still entertaining, The Escapist is a different kind of prison movie featuring an excellent cast led by Brian Cox.
Apocalypto [2006]
Unique, brutal, and suspenseful, Apocalypto is a masterpiece that offers a captivating and thought-provoking experience worth revisiting.
Y Tu Mama Tambien [2001]
Vibrant, life-affirming, and full of sexually-charged energy, Y Tu Mama Tambien is a fascinating road trip movie that smells like teen spirit.
The Nest AKA Nid de Guepes [2002]
Featuring an intense atmosphere and juicy shootouts, The Nest is the best French action movie you never heard of.
Ong Bak [2003]
Featuring incredibly choreographed fighting scenes, Ong Bak is an exotic, entertaining, and exquisite martial arts movie starring Tony Jaa.
Weirdsville [2007]
Satanic rituals, murder, theft, drugs, and a whole bunch of weird characters await you in Weirdsville, a charming little black comedy.
Femme Fatale [2002]
Stylish and visually appealing, Femme Fatale is equal parts erotic and psychological thriller with a twisting story and sexy Rebecca Romijn.
Alien Raiders [2008]
Using a lot of science fiction classics as inspiration, Alien Raiders is an effective and engaging movie with an X-Files vibe to it.
The One [2001]
Simple and effective, The One is a fast-paced and entertaining blend of science fiction and action starring Jet Li and Jason Statham.
Jason X [2001]
Set on a spaceship, Jason X almost feels like a parody but it’s actually a fun Alien rip-off you watch for the carnage and campy one-liners.
Below [2002]
Suspenseful and claustrophobic, Below is an underrated masterpiece following a doomed submarine crew during WWII as they descend into hell.
Felon [2008]
Felon is a slow-burning prison movie featuring excellent performances, a realistic and intense atmosphere, and a haunting true story.
The Chronicles of Riddick [2004]
The Chronicles of Riddick is a fun space adventure, a predecessor of movies like Guardians of The Galaxy, only with a dark antihero Riddick.
Pitch Black [2000]
Very entertaining and memorable, Pitch Black is an action-packed science fiction movie that’s just too cool to be missed.
Bandidas [2006]
Stylish and entertaining, Bandidas is a visually alluring western starring Penelope Cruz and Salma Hayek bound to keep you engaged.
Hatchet [2006]
Equal parts comedy and horror, Hatchet is an entertainingly dumb homage to eighties slasher movies with a lot of gore.
Rat Race [2001]
Entertaining, memorable, and charming, Rat Race is one of those hilarious fast-paced road comedies you can watch over and over again.
The Revenant [2009]
Despite being a bit messy and too long, The Revenant from 2009 is a refreshing, witty, and intelligent horror-comedy involving the undead.
Orange County [2002]
Orange County is a lighthearted coming-of-age teen comedy with an awesome cast and a dreamy atmosphere perfect for escapism.
Gettin’ Square [2003]
Gettin’ Square is a charming and perhaps too lighthearted Aussie version of Guy Ritchie crime thrillers with stellar performances.
Sahara [2005]
Featuring gorgeous cinematography, an exciting plot, and a familiar cast, Sahara is one of those adventure movies that are so easy to watch.
Running Scared [2006]
A bit clunky but also different, Running Scared is a stylish ride through the world of crime reminiscent of Tarantino or Ritchie movies.
EuroTrip [2004]
Despite its cliched structure, EuroTrip offers almost non-stop laughs, hilarious characters, and so many quotable scenes. It’s that good!
The Marine [2006]
The Marine is exactly the dumb action movie you think it is but at least it knows what it is and offers sleek action and mindless fun.
Elling [2001]
Take a break from your usual movie schedule and check out Elling, a heartwarming, honest, and refreshing drama with a lot of dark humor.
The Kingdom [2007]
Based on real events, The Kingdom is an intense and exotic thriller following a group of investigators sent to Saudi Arabia after an attack.
Narc [2002]
Narc is a classic example of a gritty police thriller done right featuring a phenomenal cast, dark atmosphere, and quite a story to tell.
Cass [2008]
Based on an incredible true story, Cass is an engaging and gritty thriller about the first black leader of a football hooligan group.
Murder Party [2007]
Refreshing, emotional, and above all well-written, Murder Party is one of those hilarious horror comedies you simply have to check out.
Eight Legged Freaks [2002]
Fast-paced, funny, and entertaining, Eight Legged Freaks knows it’s a by-the-book creature feature with solid special effects and is loving it.
Spun [2002]
Spun is a complex and yet incredibly easy-to-watch technical masterpiece unfolding at breakneck speed that will blow you the fuck away.
The Damned United [2009]
If you’ve never seen a movie about football, The Damned United is a perfect choice because it shows you what the fuss is all about.
The Ruins [2008]
Following two young couples on a vacation from hell, The Ruins is a solid albeit a bit static horror with an exotic setting and nice gore.
The Salton Sea [2002]
Stylish and flashy, The Salton Sea takes us on a wild ride through the world of drug addicts and criminals before turning into something else.
Flickering Lights AKA Blinkende Lygter [2000]
Full of bizarre situations, odd characters, and black humor, Flickering Lights AKA Blinkende Lygter is a must-see for the fans of the genre.
Secretary [2002]
Despite the whole S/M thing, Secretary is actually a tame romantic and at times melodramatic comedy that works best as a character study.
Hawaii, Oslo [2004]
Charming and refreshing, Hawaii, Oslo is an intelligent drama with a deceptively easygoing atmosphere. I say deceptively because we will
Un Crime au Paradis [2001]
Following the escalating bickering between a married couple living in a small village, Un Crime au Paradis is a refreshing comedy.
The Beautiful Country [2004]
Featuring an honest and epic tale of perseverance, The Beautiful Country is a masterpiece touching upon many current issues plaguing our society.
Fear Me Not AKA Den Du Frygter [2008]
Dark and visceral, Fear Me Not Aka Den Du Frygter is a thriller exploring issues of depression and existential dread in an engaging way.
Fermat’s Room AKA La Habitación de Fermat [2007]
If you like mysteries and puzzles, you will love Fermat’s Room, a psychological thriller similar to Cube or Saw, only without violence.
Queen of the Damned [2002]
Much better than Twilight, Queen of the Damned is a stylish vampire romance epic that captured the zeitgeist of that decade.