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A former US Intelligence Agent assembles a team of mercenaries to steal a mysterious package wanted by the Irish and the Russians. They plan an ambush on a heavily-armed convoy and successfully obtain the case, only to discover that it has been switched with a decoy that explodes. The team must now locate and capture the traitor while being pursued by the Russians. In a final confrontation, they manage to retrieve the case, but at a great cost. Ultimately, a peace agreement is reached between Sinn Féin and the British, and the main character drives off with his CIA contact.
A man becomes embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy involving a secret agreement made by his father in Nazi Germany.
In the midst of the Cold War, an American soldier is brainwashed and programmed to become an assassin. As he starts to have recurring nightmares, he must uncover a communist conspiracy and prevent a political assassination.
After being released from prison, a man assumes the identity of a dead person and gets involved in a casino robbery. However, things get complicated when he falls for a manipulative woman and becomes entangled in a web of deceit, manipulation, and violence. With Christmas season as the backdrop, he must navigate through a small town filled with dangers and unexpected twists to survive and achieve his goals.
Set in Nazi-occupied France during World War II, 'The Train' tells the story of a train engineer who becomes involved in a plot to steal precious artworks from a museum before they fall into the hands of the Germans. As he navigates through danger and betrayal, he must race against time to save the priceless treasures.
Seconds (1966) is a horror, sci-fi, thriller movie about a man who undergoes a plastic surgery to get a new identity, but realizes that there is a sinister price to pay for his second chance at life. The movie explores themes of midlife crisis, surrealism, and the consequences of seeking a fresh start.
Birdman of Alcatraz is a movie based on the true story of Robert Stroud, a prisoner who becomes an expert in ornithology while serving time in Alcatraz. Despite being isolated in solitary confinement, Stroud manages to raise and care for various species of birds. The film explores his transformation and the impact of his love for birds on his life.
In French Connection II, a detective from the New York Police Department travels to Marseille, France to continue his pursuit of the French drug traffickers he encountered in the first film. As he works alongside the French police, he becomes trapped in a deadly cat-and-mouse game, facing the dangers of organized crime and drug addiction. With his life on the line, he must navigate through a thrilling investigation filled with shootouts, chases, and a race against time.
Seven Days in May follows the story of a US Air Force general who discovers a conspiracy within the Joint Chiefs of Staff to overthrow the President. As he tries to uncover the truth, he faces challenges from the Secret Service, kidnapping, and a race against time to prevent a military coup. Set during the Cold War, the movie explores themes of political power, loyalty, and the nuclear arms race.
Traveling rainmaker Starbuck arrives at the drought-ridden Curry place, promising rain for the farm and perhaps a romance for 'spinster sister' Lizzie.
The Island of Dr. Moreau follows a scientist who conducts unethical and grotesque genetic experiments on an isolated island. As the line between human and animal blurs, chaos ensues and the island becomes a nightmarish battleground.
52 Pick-Up is a 1986 neo-noir crime thriller film based on Elmore Leonard's novel of the same name. The plot revolves around a man named Harry who is having an affair with a model named Cini. When their affair is captured on film by a group of criminals, Harry becomes the target of a blackmail scheme. As the situation escalates, Harry realizes that he is dealing with a dangerous and sadistic serial killer. With his life and reputation on the line, Harry must find a way to outsmart his enemies and survive.
Grand Prix is a captivating film that takes audiences into the intense and dangerous world of Formula One racing in the 1960s. It follows the lives and careers of several race car drivers, their rivalries, romantic entanglements, and the constant danger they face on the track. The film depicts the tension and excitement of the racing world, highlighting the sacrifices and personal struggles of these dedicated sportsmen.
Black Sunday follows a Vietnam War veteran with paranoid schizophrenia as he plans to use a Goodyear blimp to detonate a bomb during the Super Bowl, seeking revenge for the war crimes committed against him and to expose the corrupt politicians and media who covered it up. With the help of a female psychopath and a criminal mastermind, he navigates through political intrigue and ruthless tactics to carry out his plan. It's a race against time as an Israeli commando and a doctor try to stop them before it's too late. The movie features graphic violence, panic-inducing moments, and a shocking climax.
In Prophecy (1979), a monster mutant is unleashed by environmental pollution, causing chaos and destruction. As the threat grows, a group of individuals must find a way to stop it before it's too late. This horror-thriller explores the consequences of ecological devastation and the fight for survival.
In The Challenge, a skilled samurai finds himself entangled in a dangerous game of life and death. As he navigates through the treacherous world of yakuza, boxers, and a sinister airport, he must fight to survive and protect his honor. With a mix of hand-to-hand combat, sword fights, and gun battles, this movie is an adrenaline-pumping adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
A writer and his wife confront their own failures while stranded on the snow-covered mountain.
Against the Wall tells the gripping story of a prison riot, sparked by racial tension, and the efforts of negotiators to bring the situation under control. As tensions escalate, both prisoners and guards must confront their own biases and prejudices, leading to a deadly confrontation. This intense and thought-provoking film explores themes of racism, power dynamics, and the human capacity for change.
The Gypsy Moths follows a group of skydivers and their experiences in a small town in Kansas, USA. As they prepare for a Fourth of July skydiving exhibition, the film explores their personal struggles, dysfunctional marriages, existentialism, and the impact of their actions on the community. The story takes a dark turn when one of the lead characters dies in the middle of the story, leading to revelations of adultery, betrayal, and the consequences of their choices.
When a police officer is killed, a tough cop investigates the murder which leads him to a neo-Nazi group. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a web of violence and white supremacy.
John Frankenheimer
John Michael Frankenheimer (February 19, 1930 – July 6, 2002) was an American film and television director known for social dramas. He won four consecutive Emmy Awards in the 1990s for the television movies Against the Wall, The Burning Season, Andersonville and George Wallace, which also received a Golden Globe award. He was considered one of the last remaining directors who insisted on having complete control over all elements of production, making his style unique in Hollywood. His 30 feature films and over 50 plays for television were notable for their influence on contemporary thought. He became a pioneer of the "modern-day political thriller," having begun his career at the peak of the Cold War. Many of his films were noted for creating "psychological dilemmas" for his male protagonists along with having a strong "sense of environment," similar in style to films by director Sidney Lumet, for whom he had earlier worked as assistant director. He developed a "tremendous propensity for exploring political situations" which would ensnare his characters. Movie critic Leonard Maltin writes that "in his time [1960s]... Frankenheimer worked with the top writers, producers and actors in a series of films that dealt with issues that were just on top of the moment—things that were facing us all." Among his credits were The Manchurian Candidate (1962), Birdman of Alcatraz (also 1962), The Train, (1964), Seven Days in May (also 1964) and Ronin (1998). Description above from the Wikipedia article John Frankenheimer, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
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