The Dirt [2019]
Unashamedly entertaining, shallow, and hedonistic, The Dirt encapsulates that wild spirit of the eighties fueled by sex, drugs, alcohol, and great music.
Movies Based On True Events
Dark Waters [2019]
A slow-burner drama/thriller based on actual events about one of the biggest pollution cases in the world that will make you question human society.
Jungle [2017]
Based on true events, Jungle is a mixture of an adventure and survival movie, much like The Edge or The Revenant with great cinematography and acting.
Tolkien [2019]
Witness me, brothers! Mediocre! Not until recently have I realized that Nicholas Hoult, who’s starring in this biopic about J.R.R.
The Reef [2010]
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
Instant Family [2018]
Heart-warming comedy with great performances based on the director’s own experiences after he and his wife decided to adopt three kids.
The Bank Job [2008]
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!
Kon-Tiki [2012]
A heart-warming adventure movie based on true events that will make you rediscover your inner explorer and binge all other adventure movies out there!
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In the Heart of the Sea [2015]
Sea epic based on true events that served as an inspiration for the novel Moby Dick. Follows the whaling ship Essex and its sinking by a giant white whale.
Kill the Messenger [2014]
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.
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Blue Caprice [2013]
An atmospheric indie drama about the 2002 Beltway sniper attacks. It tries to chronicle the path of the shooter and reasons why this attack happened.
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Behind the Candelabra [2013]
An honest look into the life of one of the most famous performers of the sixties and seventies with a great script and very strong cast.