“Lenny” (1974) Drama Running Time: 111 minutes Written by: Julian Barry based on his play Directed by: Bob Fosse Featuring: Dustin Hoffman and Valerie Perrine Lenny Bruce: “What's the worst thing you can say to anybody? ''Fuck you, mister!'' That's really weird, because if l wanted to hurt you, l should say, ''Unfuck you, mister'' Because ''fuck you'' is really nice, man.” …
“13 West Street” (1962) Film Noir Running Time: 80 minutes Written by: Bernard C. Schoenfeld and Robert Presnell Jr. Directed by: Philip Leacock Featuring: Alan Ladd and Rod Steiger Detective Sergeant Pete Koleski: “Look Sherill, a boy just killed himself in there, do you understand that? So, don't push me and don't get me sore. Just do yourself a favour …
“The Burglar” (1957) Film Noir Running Time: 90 minutes Written by: David Goodis Directed by: Paul Wendkos Featuring: Dan Duryea, Jayne Mansfield and Martha Vickers Baylock: “There's a 30 year rap staring me in the face. Can't you see my only move? I gotta take a stroll, Nat. I gotta stroll and clear outta this country! And the quicker I get started, …
“The Red Menace” (1949) Film Noir Running Time: 67 minutes Written by: Albert DeMond and Gerald Geraghty Directed by: R. G. Springsteen Featuring: Robert Rockwell and Hannelore Axman Nina Petrovka: “Why are you stopping?” Bill Jones: “I've been thinking, Nina. This is the United States, not the police state!” "The Red Menace" is a riveting film that plunges viewers into the heart of …
“Island of Doomed Men” (1940) Film Noir Running Time: 67 minutes Written by: Robert Hardy Andrews Directed by: Charles Barton Featuring: Peter Lorre Stephen Danel: “Don't overdo it, Captain. There's a lot Mr. Smith ought to tell me and he may want to tell me before you finish. Oh, and be sure that he's able to work tomorrow.” "Island …
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“Safari” (1956) Adventure Running Time: 91 minutes Written by: Robert Buckner Directed by: Terence Young Featuring: Victor Mature, Janet Leigh, John Justin, Roland Culver and Earl Cameron "Safari" is a captivating journey into the heart of adventure, offering audiences a thrilling safari experience unlike any other. Released in 1956, this classic film transports viewers to the untamed wilderness of Africa, immersing them in …
“Elephant Walk” (1954) Adventure Running Time: 103 minutes Written by: John Lee Mahin Directed by: William Dieterle Featuring: Elizabeth Taylor, Dana Andrews, Peter Finch, Abraham Sofaer and Abner Biberman John Wiley: “Let them have their Elephant Walk, Ruth. We'll build a new place, a home somewhere else.” "Elephant Walk," released in 1954, is a captivating and intense drama set against the lush backdrop of …
“Fair Wind to Java” (1953) Adventure Running Time: 92 minutes Written by: Garland Roark Directed by: Joseph Kane Featuring: Fred MacMurray and Vera Ralston Tagline: “ADVENTURE...SPECTACLE...SAVAGE LOVE!” Critical Commentary "Fair Wind to Java" is a classic adventure film released in 1953, directed by Joseph Kane and starring Fred MacMurray, Vera Ralston, and Robert Douglas. Set in the early 19th century, the …
“Daughter of the Jungle” (1949) Adventure Running Time: 90 minutes Written by: William Lively Directed by: George Blair Featuring: Lois Hall, James Cardwell, Sheldon Leonard, James Nolan, William Wright and Jim Bannon Lamser: “What kind of jungle is this?” Dalton Kraik: “I don't know, but I could learn to like it.” Critical Commentary "Daughter of the Jungle" (1949) is a mesmerizing cinematic gem that …
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“The Gate II: Trespassers” (1990) Horror Running Time: 90 minutes Written by: Michael Nankin Directed by: Tibor Takács Featuring: Louis Tripp and Pamela Segall John: “Who needs chicks when we got demons?” Critical Commentary "The Gate II: Trespassers" is a sequel that attempts to capture the same blend of horror, fantasy, and teen adventure as its predecessor, "The Gate." …
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“The Gate” (1987) Horror Running Time: 85 minutes Written by: Michael Nankin Directed by: Tibor Takács Featuring: Stephen Dorff, Louis Tripp and Christa Denton Terrence 'Terry' Chandler: “We accidently summoned demons who used to rule the universe to come and take over the world.” Critical Commentary "The Gate" is a classic horror film that has stood the test of …
“For a Few Dollars More” (1965) Western Running Time: 132 minutes Written by: Luciano Vincenzoni and Sergio Leone Directed by: Sergio Leone Featuring: Clint Eastwood, Lee Van Cleef, Gian Maria Volonté, Mara Krup, Luigi Pistilli, Klaus Kinski, Josef Egger, Panos Papadopulos, Benito Stefanelli, Robert Camardiel, Aldo Sambrell, Luis Rodríguez and Mario Brega Title card: “Where life had no value, death, sometimes, had its price. That is why the bounty killers …
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“A Fistful of Dollars” (1964) Western Running Time: 99 minutes Directed by: Sergio Leone Featuring: Clint Eastwood, Marianne Koch, Josef Egger, Wolfgang Lukschy, Gian Maria Volonté, Daniel Martín, Bruno Carotenuto and Benito Stefanelli Joe: “When a man's got money in his pocket he begins to appreciate peace.” Critical Commentary "A Fistful of Dollars" is an iconic spaghetti western film directed by Sergio Leone and released in …
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“The Avengers: The Tara King Collection” (1968) Television Episodes: Thirty-Three Episodes Created by: Sydney Newman Featuring: Patrick Macnee, Ian Hendry, Honor Blackman, Julie Stevens, Diana Rigg, Linda Thorson and Patrick Newell John Steed: “Mrs. Peel, we're needed.” Critical Commentary "The Avengers," a British television series that first aired in 1961, underwent significant transformations throughout its run. One of the notable eras was the inclusion of …
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“Communion” (1989) Drama Running Time: 105 minutes Written by: Whitley Strieber Directed by: Philippe Mora Featuring: Christopher Walken, Lindsay Crouse, Frances Sternhagen, Terry Hanauer, Andreas Katsulas and Joel Carlson Whitley Strieber: “Was there an owl in here last night?” Critical Commentary "Communion" is a thought-provoking and enigmatic science fiction film that delves into the realms of extra-terrestrial encounters and the profound impact they …
“Road House” (1989) Action Running Time: 114 minutes Written by: David Lee Henry and Hilary Henkin Directed by: Rowdy Herrington Featuring: Patrick Swayze, Ben Gazzara, Kelly Lynch and Sam Elliott Dalton: “Take the biggest guy in the world, shatter his knee and he'll drop like a stone.” Critical Commentary "Road House," released in 1989, directed by Rowdy Herrington, is a film that has left an …
“Angel on the Amazon” (1948) Adventure Running Time: 86 minutes Written by: Lawrence Kimble Directed by: John H. Auer Featuring: George Brent, Vera Ralston, Brian Aherne and Constance Bennett “The sullen killer of the jungles...and the woman who knew no fear! The story of their meeting and the strange events that followed!” Critical Commentary Jungle drums beat, not with the primal rhythm …
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“The Mist” (2007) Horror Running Time: 126 minutes Written and directed by: Frank Darabont Featuring: Thomas Jane, Marcia Gay Harden, Laurie Holden, Andre Braugher, Toby Jones, William Sadler, Jeffrey DeMunn, Frances Sternhagen, Sam Witwer, Alexa Davalos and Nathan Gamble Ollie: “As a species we're fundamentally insane. Put more than two of us in a room, we pick sides and start dreaming up reasons to kill one another. Why …
“1408” (2007) Horror Running Time: 98 minutes Written by: Matt Greenberg, Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski Directed by: Mikael Håfström Featuring: John Cusack, Samuel L. Jackson, Mary McCormack, Tony Shalhoub, Len Cariou and Jasmine Jessica Anthony Room 1408: “Even if you leave this room, you can never leave this room!” Critical Commentary "1408," a psychological horror film directed by Mikael Håfström and released in 2007, is …
“Riding the Bullet” (2004) Horror Running Time: 98 minutes Written and directed by: Mick Garris Featuring: Jonathan Jackson, David Arquette and Cliff Robertson Mature Alan: [voice over] “Nothing seems to last. But the bullet. The bullet is constant. The bullet is always there. You wait in line, that's all. And when it's your turn to ride the bullet, maybe you ride, …
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