Death and the Maiden [1994]
A bit clunky and uneven, Polanski’s Death and the Maiden is still an engaging and thought-provoking thriller unfolding in real-time.
Revenge Movies
Kickboxer [1989]
Set in exotic Thailand, Kickboxer is one of the best martial arts movies ever featuring exciting fights, cool characters and prime Van Damme.
Ninja Shadow Of A Tear [2013]
Featuring brutal fights, a bit lower production values, and one and only Scott Adkins, Ninja Shadow of A Tear is a solid B action movie.
Saloum [2021]
Exceedingly well-crafted and just freaking cool, Saloum is a refreshingly vibrant horror movie set in exotic Senegal.
Avengement [2019]
If you’re looking for a no-bullshit, old-school, and entertaining action movie with a lot of brutal fights, Avengement is a perfect choice.
Memory [2022]
Memory is a classic Liam Neeson action movie but with a twist that makes it just enough entertaining to warrant a viewing.
The Quick and the Dead [1995]
Very stylish and pacey, The Quick and the Dead is a different kind of a western with a lively atmosphere and one hell of a cast.
Pumpkinhead [1988]
Despite its cheerful title, Pumpkinhead is a dark fairy tale of rural revenge featuring excellent practical effects and makeup.
Xtremo AKA Xtreme [2021]
If you’re looking for an old-school nineties action movie with a lot of over-the-top shootouts and fights, Xtremo is a perfect choice.
Johnny Handsome [1989]
Gritty, authentic but above all captivating, Johnny Handsome is a neo-noir classic that you play at 3 pm on a workday. And fucking finish it.
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.
The Living [2014]
Deep, dark, and brooding, The Living is one of the few good indie movies exploring small-town crime with superb character development.