From The Land Before Time (1988) to Jurassic Park (1993), here’s lining up the best dinosaur movies. Welcome, fellow dino-enthusiasts! If you’re anything like us, you’ve been captivated by the colossal, awe-inspiring creatures that once roamed our planet. From the mighty T-Rex to the gentle Brachiosaurus, prehistoric beasts have constantly fascinated us humans. And what ...
From Moonstruck (1987) to Leaving Las Vegas (1995), here are the best Nicolas Cage movies, ranked. In a world where so many actors play it safe, Nicolas Cage stands out as a true original, always pushing the boundaries. Over the course of his four-decade career, he’s worked in every genre and brings his unique energy ...
Jurassic Park movies have enthralled audiences for decades. The iconic franchise not only brought prehistoric creatures back to life but nestled itself snugly into our collective pop culture psyche. And 30 years on, still stands tall. Here’s recalling the cinematic magic that kept us on the edge of our seats for three thrilling decades, with ...
From Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) to The Dark Knight (2008), these are the best superhero movies of all time, ranked. The word ‘superheroes’ was coined sometime in the late 1910s. They were usually perceived as folkloric heroes like Robin Hood, saving the proverbial ‘little guy’ in such distinctive clothing. The superhero became popular in ...
From Tom Cruise to Dwayne Johnson, these are the highest-paid actors in 2023. You know how the old adage goes, “You’ve got to spend money to make money”? Apparently, Hollywood has been sipping on that wisdom like it’s a mid-afternoon kale smoothie. And why wouldn’t they? The endgame has always been ‘box office gold’, and ...
Ready to step off the pages and onto the big screen? Buckle up, fellow bookworms and cinephiles. We’ve all experienced that twinge of excitement (or dread!) when our favorite novel gets a Hollywood shout-out. It’s a rollercoaster, isn’t it? But every now and then, Tinseltown manages to hit the nail on the head. These were ...
From Double Indemnity (1944) to Sweet Smell of Success (1957), here are the best film noirs of all time. The term ‘film noir’ was originally coined by French film critic Nino Frank in 1946. Now, cinephiles are well aware that noir emerged alongside the anxieties of the World War II era. Though some may argue ...
In today’s edition of “Legend Has It,” we welcome back the iconic archaeologist and reflect on all previous Indiana Jones movies. The fifth installment of the wildly popular adventure franchise, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny hits theaters this June 30, and we’re unearthing all the cinematic treasure. Heave a sigh of relief. It’s ...
In the realm of comedy, there are films that tickle your funny bone, and then there are films that leave you clutching your sides, gasping for breath, and wiping away tears of laughter. The Hangover falls squarely into the latter category. Directed by Todd Phillips and starring a trio of comedic talents – Bradley Cooper, ...
From Being John Malkovich (1999) to High Fidelity (2000), here are 13 best John Cusack movies ranked. John Cusack comes from a notable family of filmmakers and artists. His father Richard Cusack is a documentary filmmaker, and his elder sister Joan Cusack is an accomplished actress. John Cusack’s multi-decade career has seen several highs and ...
From Ergo Proxy (2006) to Psycho-Pass (2012-2019), here are the best cyberpunk anime, ranked. Cyberpunk, a subgenre of science fiction and a significant part of anime history, focuses on the human experience in a technology-dominated, post-industrial, and dehumanized dystopian future. It’s an extension of the counter-cultural and anti-authoritarian view that was prevalent in 1960s America. ...
French filmmaker Mia Hansen-Love has been a tour de force in global cinema for decades now. Her unique cinematic style tackles the complexity of youth, desire, and morality all the while embracing beauty, romanticism, and sexual expression with panache. One Fine Morning, her eighth feature maintains her consistent realistic narrative style laced with subtle emotional ...
From Bombay (1995) to Nayakan (1987), here are the best Mani Ratnam movies, ranked. Indian director Mani Ratnam is popularly referred to as a ‘popcorn auteur’. His framing techniques (especially his love for chiaroscuro lighting), robust screenplays, and depiction of emotions are a wonder to behold. Yet, his core subjects linger within the commercial domain. ...
Past Lives had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival early this year and with A24 stepping on board as producer, the expectations ran high. The end result? An extraordinary debut from writer-director Celine Song, which was lauded for its unique visual style, stellar performances, and compelling narrative. As a Korean American, Song paints a ...
From Once Upon a Time In America (1984) to Taxi Driver (1976), we rank the best Robert De Niro movies. To see Robert De Niro at his best is to be aware of a new capacity in the art of cinema,’ wrote the actor’s biographer John Baxter. Such was the excellence of this actor. His ...
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