The Fabelmans (
2022) | IMDb:
7.5
Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth.
Uncut Gems (
2019) | IMDb:
7.4
A charismatic New York City jeweler always on the lookout for the next big score makes a series of high-stakes bets that could lead to the windfall of a lifetime. Howard must perform a precarious high-wire act, balancing business, family, and encroaching adversaries on all sides in his relentless pursuit of the ultimate win.
Starring:
Adam Sandler
,
LaKeith Stanfield
,
Julia Fox
,
Kevin Garnett
,
Idina Menzel
,
Eric Bogosian
Independence Day: Resurgence (
2016) | IMDb:
5.2
We always knew they were coming back. Using recovered alien technology, the nations of Earth have collaborated on an immense defense program to protect the planet. But nothing can prepare us for the aliens’ advanced and unprecedented force. Only the ingenuity of a few brave men and women can bring our world back from the brink of extinction.
Starring:
Liam Hemsworth
,
Jeff Goldblum
,
Jessie T. Usher
,
Bill Pullman
,
Maika Monroe
,
Sela Ward
The Muppets (
2011) | IMDb:
7.1
When Kermit the Frog and the Muppets learn that their beloved theater is slated for demolition, a sympathetic human, Gary, and his puppet brother, Walter, swoop in to help the gang put on a show and raise the $10 million they need to save the day.
Tower Heist (
2011) | IMDb:
6.2
A luxury condo manager leads a staff of workers to seek payback on the Wall Street swindler who defrauded them. With only days until the billionaire gets away with the perfect crime, the unlikely crew of amateur thieves enlists the help of petty crook Slide to steal the $20 million they’re sure is hidden in the penthouse.
This Must Be the Place (
2011) | IMDb:
6.7
A bored, retired rock star sets out to find his father's tormentor, an ex-Nazi war criminal who is a refugee in the U.S.
Directed by:
Paolo Sorrentino
A Beautiful Mind (
2001) | IMDb:
8.2
From the heights of notoriety to the depths of depravity, John Forbes Nash Jr. experiences it all. As a brilliant but socially awkward mathematician, he made a groundbreaking discovery early in his career and stands on the brink of international acclaim. But as the handsome and arrogant Nash accepts secret work in cryptography, he becomes entangled in a mysterious conspiracy. His life takes a nightmarish turn and he soon finds himself on a painful and harrowing journey of self-discovery.
Starring:
Russell Crowe
,
Jennifer Connelly
,
Ed Harris
,
Paul Bettany
,
Christopher Plummer
,
Josh Lucas
Man on the Moon (
1999) | IMDb:
7.4
The story of the life and career of eccentric avant-garde comedian, Andy Kaufman.
Starring:
Jim Carrey
,
Danny DeVito
,
Courtney Love
,
Paul Giamatti
,
Vincent Schiavelli
,
Peter Bonerz
Directed by:
Miloš Forman
Independence Day (
1996) | IMDb:
7
Strange phenomena surface around the globe. The skies ignite. Terror races through the world's major cities. As these extraordinary events unfold, it becomes increasingly clear that a force of incredible magnitude has arrived. Its mission: total annihilation over the Fourth of July weekend. The last hope to stop the destruction is an unlikely group of people united by fate and unimaginable circumstances.
Ordinary People (
1980) | IMDb:
7.7
Beth, Calvin, and their son Conrad are living in the aftermath of the death of the other son. Conrad is overcome by grief and misplaced guilt to the extent of a suicide attempt. He is in therapy. Beth had always preferred his brother and is having difficulty being supportive to Conrad. Calvin is trapped between the two trying to hold the family together.
Starring:
Donald Sutherland
,
Mary Tyler Moore
,
Timothy Hutton
,
Judd Hirsch
,
M. Emmet Walsh
,
Elizabeth McGovern
King of the Gypsies (
1978) | IMDb:
6.2
Zharko, leader of the Romanis in NYC, passes his position of leadership on to his unwilling grandson, Dave, leading to infighting between Dave and his father.
Starring:
Sterling Hayden
,
Shelley Winters
,
Susan Sarandon
,
Judd Hirsch
,
Eric Roberts
,
Brooke Shields
Serpico (
1973) | IMDb:
7.7
New York cop Frank Serpico blows the whistle on the rampant corruption in the force only to have his comrades turn against him.
Starring:
Al Pacino
,
John Randolph
,
Jack Kehoe
,
Biff McGuire
,
Barbara Eda-Young
,
Cornelia Sharpe