Lou Bloom (Jake Gyllenhaal) is a small-time thief, desperate for work in the gritty, underbelly of Los Angeles, California, before barging his way into the fascinating world of crime journalism, consequently becoming the star of his own story, blurring the line between that of an observer and an active participant. Nightcrawler received heaps of praise upon its release and it most certainly worth of a watch.
When the United States justice system fails to properly punish those responsible for a brutal crime, Clyde Shelton (Gerard Butler) takes matters into his own hands. What begins as a straightforward quest for revenge quickly evolves into a carefully planned assault on the legal system itself, leaving prosecutor Nick Rice (Jamie Foxx) struggling to keep up. Law Abiding Citizen is a compelling and thought-provoking film that still holds up perfectly in 2025. It’s worth noting that the movie is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Set way back in the year of 1883, the post-American Civil War generation of the Dutton family join a wagon train, led by Shea Brennan (Sam Elliot), on an audacious and gruelling trip from Texas to Oregon, before settling down in Montana to establish what would eventually become the Yellowstone ranch. While connected to the Yellowstone legacy, 1883 stands as a brutal and gripping story that has gained widespread recognition since its release in 2021. It’s worth noting that 1883 is currently streaming on Netflix.
There’s an undeniable allure to discovering a new movie – whether that discovery stems from the anticipation of a long-awaited release or the thrill of randomly stumbling upon an unexpected gem one evening. Despite this draw, as much as cinema is about the enjoyment gained from exciting new releases, there’s also an underappreciated art to rewatching a film you’ve already seen. In an era where streaming platforms can overwhelm us, revisiting familiar flicks can often be a source of nostalgia, comfort and even newfound admiration.
Two detectives, Somerset (Morgan Freeman) and Mills (Brad Pitt), join forces to hunt down a mysterious and methodical serial killer who is terrorising the city with a series of horrific murders, each one representing one of the seven deadly sins. As the investigation unfolds, the pair are drawn deeper into a dark and twisted game, where each new discovery is more disturbing than the last. A memorable crime flick that is one of the most well-known movies of our time. It’s worth noting that Seven is currently streaming on Netflix.
In this fourth edition of Western Wednesday, five classic Randolph Scott flicks will be reviewed, ranging all the way from 1957 to 1960 in terms of release. Interestingly, all five of the pictures fall under the “Ranown Cycle” that were directed by the American, Burt Boetticher, best remembered for his series of low-budget Westerns. As with every article and review on the website, this entire series will be spoiler-free.
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