Jupiter Ascending (
2015) | IMDb:
5.3
In a universe where human genetic material is the most precious commodity, an impoverished young Earth woman becomes the key to strategic maneuvers and internal strife within a powerful dynasty…
Cloud Atlas (
2012) | IMDb:
7.4
A set of six nested stories spanning time between the 19th century and a distant post-apocalyptic future. Cloud Atlas explores how the actions and consequences of individual lives impact one another throughout the past, the present and the future. Action, mystery and romance weave through the story as one soul is shaped from a killer into a hero and a single act of kindness ripples across centuries to inspire a revolution in the distant future. Based on the award winning novel by David Mitchell. Directed by Tom Tykwer and the Wachowskis.
Wrath of the Titans (
2012) | IMDb:
5.7
Perseus tries to live a quieter life as a village fisherman while – dangerously weakened by humanity's lack of devotion – the gods are losing control of the long-imprisoned Titans and their ferocious leader, Kronos.
Starring:
Sam Worthington
,
Liam Neeson
,
Ralph Fiennes
,
Rosamund Pike
,
Bill Nighy
,
Edgar Ramírez
Clash of the Titans (
2010) | IMDb:
5.8
Born of a god but raised as a man, Perseus is helpless to save his family from Hades, vengeful god of the underworld. With nothing to lose, Perseus volunteers to lead a dangerous mission to defeat Hades before he can seize power from Zeus and unleash hell on earth. Battling unholy demons and fearsome beasts, Perseus and his warriors will only survive if Perseus accepts his power as a god, defies fate and creates his own destiny.
Starring:
Sam Worthington
,
Gemma Arterton
,
Mads Mikkelsen
,
Alexa Davalos
,
Jason Flemyng
,
Ralph Fiennes
Speed Racer (
2008) | IMDb:
6.1
Speed Racer is a young and brilliant racing driver. When corruption in the racing leagues costs his brother his life, Speed must team up with the police and the mysterious Racer X to bring an end to the corruption and criminal activities.
Starring:
Emile Hirsch
,
Christina Ricci
,
John Goodman
,
Susan Sarandon
,
Matthew Fox
,
Benno Fürmann
The Golden Compass (
2007) | IMDb:
6.1
After overhearing a shocking secret, precocious orphan Lyra Belacqua trades her carefree existence roaming the halls of Jordan College for an otherworldly adventure in the far North, unaware that it's part of her destiny.
Starring:
Nicole Kidman
,
Daniel Craig
,
Dakota Blue Richards
,
Ben Walker
,
Freddie Highmore
,
Ian McKellen
Children of Men (
2006) | IMDb:
7.9
In 2027, in a chaotic world in which humans can no longer procreate, a former activist agrees to help transport a miraculously pregnant woman to a sanctuary at sea, where her child's birth may help scientists save the future of humankind.
Starring:
Clive Owen
,
Clare-Hope Ashitey
,
Pam Ferris
,
Chiwetel Ejiofor
,
Julianne Moore
,
Michael Caine
V for Vendetta (
2006) | IMDb:
8.2
In a world in which Great Britain has become a fascist state, a masked vigilante known only as “V” conducts guerrilla warfare against the oppressive British government. When V rescues a young woman from the secret police, he finds in her an ally with whom he can continue his fight to free the people of Britain.
Black Hawk Down (
2001) | IMDb:
7.7
When U.S. Rangers and an elite Delta Force team attempt to kidnap two underlings of a Somali warlord, their Black Hawk helicopters are shot down, and the Americans suffer heavy casualties, facing intense fighting from the militia on the ground.
Gladiator (
2000) | IMDb:
8.5
In the year 180, the death of Emperor Marcus Aurelius throws the Roman Empire into chaos. Maximus is one of the Roman army's most capable and trusted generals, as well as a key advisor to the emperor. As Marcus' devious son Commodus ascends to the throne, Maximus is sentenced to execution. He escapes but is captured by slave traders. Renamed "Spaniard" and forced to become a gladiator, Maximus must battle to the death against other men for the amusement of paying audiences.
Starring:
Russell Crowe
,
Joaquin Phoenix
,
Connie Nielsen
,
Oliver Reed
,
Richard Harris
,
Derek Jacobi
G.I. Jane (
1997) | IMDb:
6
In response to political pressure from Senator Lillian DeHaven, the U.S. Navy begins a program that would allow for the eventual integration of women into its combat services. The program begins with a single trial candidate, Lieutenant Jordan O'Neil, who is chosen specifically for her femininity. O'Neil enters the grueling Navy SEAL training program under the command of Master Chief John James Urgayle, who unfairly pushes O'Neil until her determination wins his respect.
Starring:
Demi Moore
,
Viggo Mortensen
,
Morris Chestnut
,
Josh Hopkins
,
David Vadim
,
Jim Caviezel
Son of the Pink Panther (
1993) | IMDb:
3.9
The illegitimate son of Inspector Clouseau is on the case of the kidnapped Princess Yasmin.
Starring:
Roberto Benigni
,
Herbert Lom
,
Claudia Cardinale
,
Shabana Azmi
,
Debrah Farentino
,
Jennifer Edwards
1492: Conquest of Paradise (
1992) | IMDb:
0
1492: Conquest of Paradise depicts Christopher Columbus’ discovery of The New World and his effect on the indigenous people.
Starring:
Gérard Depardieu
,
Armand Assante
,
Sigourney Weaver
,
Loren Dean
,
Ángela Molina
,
Fernando Rey
Full Metal Jacket (
1987) | IMDb:
8.3
A pragmatic U.S. Marine observes the dehumanizing effects the U.S.-Vietnam War has on his fellow recruits from their brutal boot camp training to the bloody street fighting in Hue.
Starring:
Matthew Modine
,
Adam Baldwin
,
Vincent D'Onofrio
,
R. Lee Ermey
,
Dorian Harewood
,
Arliss Howard
Heaven's Gate (
1980) | IMDb:
6.7
Harvard graduate James Averill is the sheriff of prosperous Jackson County, Wyo., when a battle erupts between the area's poverty-stricken immigrants and its wealthy cattle farmers. The politically connected ranch owners fight the immigrants with the help of Nathan Champion, a mercenary competing with Averill for the love of local madam Ella Watson. As the struggle escalates, Averill and Champion begin to question their decisions.
Starring:
Kris Kristofferson
,
Christopher Walken
,
John Hurt
,
Sam Waterston
,
Brad Dourif
,
Isabelle Huppert