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Annie, a young orphan girl, lives a difficult life in an orphanage run by an abusive woman. Her fortunes change when she is taken in by Oliver Warbucks, a wealthy and kind-hearted man. Annie's presence not only brings joy to Oliver's life but also helps him discover the true meaning of family and happiness.
Two down-on-their-luck Americans searching for work in 1920s Mexico convince an old prospector to help them mine for gold in the Sierra Madre Mountains. They find land on which much gold can be mined, and they split the gold equally, but greed and mistrust threaten to tear them apart. As they face bandits, desert journeys, and the loss of their fortune, they learn the true value of friendship and resilience.
The Bible: In the Beginning...(1966)
33%TomatometerA cinematic retelling of the stories from the Book of Genesis, including the creation of the world, Adam and Eve, Noah's Ark, and the Tower of Babel.
San Francisco private detective Sam Spade takes on a case that involves him with three eccentric criminals, a gorgeous liar, and their quest for a priceless statuette, with the stakes rising after his partner is murdered.
In this parody of the James Bond franchise, a retired secret agent is brought back into action to take on a criminal organization and their evil plot. With absurd humor and hilarious situations, Casino Royale (1967) delivers a madcap comedy experience filled with spoofed spy tropes.
During World War I, in German East Africa, a gin-guzzling riverboat captain and a prim female missionary team up to destroy a German gunboat for the British.
During World War II, a group of allied prisoners of war, including a former professional soccer player, is forced to play a soccer match against a German team. They seize the opportunity to plan their escape and use their skills to outwit their captors.
In the 1800s, Captain Ahab becomes obsessed with seeking revenge on a white whale, Moby Dick, who had maimed him. As Ahab leads his crew on a perilous journey, their ship faces treacherous waters and encounters other challenges. The story explores themes of obsession, revenge, and the destructive consequences of single-minded pursuit.
In 19th-century India, two British adventurers, Daniel Dravot and Peachy Carnehan, set out to become kings of Kafiristan, a remote region in Afghanistan. After successfully conning the locals, they are worshipped as gods. However, their greed and lust for power lead to their downfall.
A group of misfit criminals, including a mustang wrangler, a rodeo cowboy and a widower, are offered an opportunity to rob an ex-Nazi's diamond heist in Reno, Nevada. Along the way, they face various challenges and obstacles while forming unexpected friendships and discovering love amidst the chaos.
The Asphalt Jungle tells the story of a group of criminals who come together to carry out a daring jewelry heist. However, their carefully crafted plans quickly unravel, leading to betrayal, violence, and unexpected consequences. As the heist goes wrong, the group finds themselves on the run, desperate to escape the clutches of a corrupt cop. The film explores themes of greed, loyalty, and the destructive nature of criminality. With its gritty and suspenseful plot, The Asphalt Jungle is a classic film-noir that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.
In the Wild West, a man seeks revenge for the murder of his family, while struggling with issues of race and family loyalty.
The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean(1972)
80%TomatometerThe Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean follows the story of a two-gun-holster judge and outlaw who becomes a lawyer and seeks justice in a western town. Along the way, he deals with various challenges including a husband-wife relationship, death in childbirth, corruption, racism, and the progress brought by the railroad. The movie is based on a true story and showcases the life of Judge Roy Bean and his impact on a Texas town.
Sergeant York follows the story of Alvin York, a patriotic hillbilly who becomes a war hero in World War I. Initially a conscientious objector, he eventually joins the army and becomes an infantryman. Through his courage and skill as a sharpshooter, he single-handedly takes out numerous German soldiers and captures many more. His actions make him a national hero and he is awarded the Medal of Honor.
Insurance investigator Reardon is hired by a man who feels unjustly accused of his wife's murder. As he investigates the case, he becomes entangled with a mysterious femme fatale and uncovers a web of betrayal and deceit.
Moulin Rouge is a biographical drama set in 19th century Paris, highlighting the life of Toulouse-Lautrec, the famous artist. The story revolves around love, art, and the cabaret culture of Montmartre. It explores the struggles, relationships, and passions of the characters amidst the vibrant and bohemian atmosphere of the Moulin Rouge.
After being released from prison, a notorious bank robber plans to carry out one last heist with the help of his gang. However, things take a dangerous turn when they become entangled with a mob boss and find themselves pursued by law enforcement.
In The Night of the Iguana, a defrocked priest leads a bus tour in Mexico, where he encounters a group of diverse characters including an alcoholic, a poet, a tour-bus guide, and a spinster. The priest's life takes a dramatic turn when he becomes involved with a widow, leading to tension and conflicts among the group. The film explores themes of love, desire, and redemption against the backdrop of the Mexican landscape.
Frank McCloud, a war veteran, visits a hotel in Key Largo run by a family. However, the hotel is taken over by gangsters who are waiting for Johnny Rocco, a notorious gangster, to arrive. Frank must find a way to protect himself and the people at the hotel from the gangsters' violent plans.
John Huston
John Marcellus Huston (August 5, 1906 – August 28, 1987) was an American film director, screenwriter, actor, and visual artist. He wrote the screenplays for most of the 37 feature films he directed, many of which are today considered classics: The Maltese Falcon (1941), The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948), The Asphalt Jungle (1950), The African Queen (1951), The Misfits (1961), Fat City (1972), The Man Who Would Be King (1975) and Prizzi's Honor (1985). In his early years, Huston studied and worked as a fine art painter in Paris. He explored the visual aspects of his films throughout his career, sketching each scene on paper beforehand, then carefully framing his characters during the shooting. While most directors rely on post-production editing to shape their final work, Huston instead created his films while they were being shot, with little editing needed. Some of Huston's films were adaptations of important novels, often depicting an "heroic quest," as in Moby Dick, or The Red Badge of Courage. In many films, different groups of people, while struggling toward a common goal, would become doomed, forming "destructive alliances," giving the films a dramatic and visual tension. Many of his films involved themes such as religion, meaning, truth, freedom, psychology, colonialism, and war. Huston has been referred to as "a titan", "a rebel", and a "renaissance man" in the Hollywood film industry. Author Ian Freer describes him as "cinema's Ernest Hemingway"—a filmmaker who was "never afraid to tackle tough issues head on." During his 46-year career, Huston received 15 Oscar nominations, winning twice. He directed both his father, Walter Huston, and daughter, Anjelica Huston, to Oscar wins. Description above from the Wikipedia article John Huston, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
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