In 1898, Daniel Plainview, a prospector in New Mexico, mines a potentially precious ore vein from a pit mine. In 1902, he discovers oil near Los Angeles and establishes a drilling company. He adopts an orphaned boy and presents him as his business partner. In 1911, Daniel attempts to buy a farm with oil deposits, but faces resistance from the pastor who demands a large sum of money. Daniel's oil production begins, but disasters occur, leading to conflicts with the pastor. Over the years, Daniel's greed and violence escalate, leading to the downfall of those around him, including his adopted son. In 1927, Daniel is a recluse, wealthy but suffering from alcoholism. When his adopted son wants to dissolve their partnership, Daniel reacts brutally and reveals his son's true origins. Daniel's final act of violence is against the pastor who betrayed him. Daniel is left with a sense of despair and emptiness.
A couple who recently lost their baby decide to adopt a 9-year-old girl named Esther. However, they soon discover that Esther is not as innocent as she seems, as she begins to exhibit dangerous and manipulative behavior. As they delve deeper into Esther's past, they uncover a dark secret that puts their family in jeopardy.
Dave Lizewski, a comic book fan, decides to become a superhero named Kick Ass. He orders a suit online and starts fighting crime. After surviving a brutal stabbing, he gains popularity on the internet. Meanwhile, a father-daughter duo, Big Daddy and Hit Girl, are also fighting crime. They join forces with Kick Ass to take down a local mobster, Frank D'Amico. In the end, Kick Ass, Hit Girl, and Big Daddy defeat D'Amico, but Chris, Big Daddy's son, becomes the new supervillain, seeking revenge.
A writer recounts a childhood journey with his friends to find the body of a missing boy. Gordie and his friends set out to find the body of Ray Brower, a kid who recently went missing. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, including facing off against a gang led by Ace Merrill. The boys eventually find Ray's body and decide to report it anonymously. After the journey, the group takes different paths in life, with Chris becoming a lawyer but tragically getting killed while trying to break up a fight. Gordie finishes writing about his childhood and goes swimming with his son and friend.
A female gunfighter named Ellen returns to a frontier town to participate in a dueling tournament and seek revenge on the man who killed her father. As the tournament begins, Ellen faces various challengers, including a dangerous outlaw named Herod. Along the way, Ellen forms alliances and confronts personal demons, ultimately leading to a climactic showdown where she must choose between love and vengeance.
A mild-mannered man becomes a local hero through an act of violence, which sets off repercussions that will shake his family to its very core. As he is hailed as a hero, three mob figures from the east coast begin stalking him and his family, revealing a dark past and forcing him to confront his true identity. With graphic violence and a mix of action, crime, drama, and thriller elements, this movie explores themes of redemption, mistaken identity, and family relationships.
Martin Riggs and Roger Murtaugh, two detectives from the LAPD, go after a former officer who is stealing and selling confiscated guns to local street gangs. As they delve deeper into the case, they uncover a dangerous plot that could put their lives at risk and test their partnership. With action-packed scenes and comedic moments, Lethal Weapon 3 is an entertaining watch.
Machine Gun Preacher follows the true story of Sam Childers, a former biker and drug dealer who turns his life around and becomes a preacher. He travels to Sudan and witnesses the atrocities committed by the Lord's Resistance Army. Determined to make a difference, Childers starts a mission to rescue children who have been forced to become soldiers, using his machine gun to protect them. As he fights against the LRA and faces personal challenges, Childers finds redemption and a new purpose in life.
Hanna Heller, a teenager raised by her father to be an assassin, goes on a mission in Europe, all while being tracked by a relentless CIA agent. As she navigates her dangerous journey, Hanna discovers shocking truths about her past and her true identity.
In 1963 Texas, a young boy is abducted by an escaped convict who takes him on a road trip. As they journey together, the boy forms a bond with the convict and experiences both the dangers and the compassion of the outside world. They are pursued by a Texas Ranger, leading to a tragic end.
A team of U.S. government agents are sent to investigate the bombing of an American facility in the Middle East. Along the way, they uncover a complex web of political tensions, terrorism, and religious extremism. As they dig deeper, they discover the true mastermind behind the attack and must stop them before more lives are lost. With high stakes and limited resources, the team must navigate a dangerous landscape, relying on their skills and instincts to bring the perpetrators to justice. Will they succeed in their mission or fall victim to the forces working against them?
Political intrigue and deception unfold inside the United Nations as a U.S. Secret Service agent is assigned to investigate Silvia Broome, an interpreter who overhears an assassination plot. Silvia, who has dual citizenship from the Republic of Matobo, a fictional African country, works at the U.N. and recognizes words from the plot during a meeting she is interpreting. Working together, Silvia and the agent uncover a false flag operation created by Matobo's president, Edmond Zuwanie, to gain credibility and deter potential supporters of his removal. The plot ends with Zuwanie's indictment and Silvia's expulsion from the U.S., returning home to Matobo.
Joey Gazelle, a low-level mafioso, is given the task of disposing a gun used to kill corrupt cops. Instead, he hides the gun in his basement. Oleg, a young boy, witnesses this. When Oleg's stepfather abuses him, the boy steals the gun and shoots him. Now, Joey must find Oleg and the gun before the police and his mob boss do. Along the way, Joey encounters various criminals, pimps, and a couple involved in child trafficking. Eventually, Joey reveals he is an undercover FBI agent and, with Oleg's help, takes down the mobsters and saves himself and the boy.
In a small town in Maine, a handicapped boy and his uncle must stop a werewolf that is terrorizing the community. With the help of a silver bullet, they are determined to put an end to the monster's reign of terror.
Babel (2006) is a film about the tragic events that occur when a married couple is on vacation in Morocco. Their story intertwines with others, including a Mexican nanny who takes her American charges to Mexico, a deaf Japanese teenage girl struggling to communicate, and a Moroccan Arab and his sons who get involved in a shooting. The film explores themes of loss, cultural differences, and fate.
In Battle Royale II: Requiem, a group of teenagers from a previous battle are forced to return to the island to fight against a corrupt government regime. As they struggle for their lives, they must also grapple with the loss of loved ones, the brutal reality of using guns as children, and the desire for revenge. With intense action and thrilling plot twists, Battle Royale II: Requiem explores themes of freedom, imperialism, and self-sacrifice.
A Gulf war veteran named Jack Starks is wrongly sent to a mental institution for insane criminals. There, he becomes the object of a doctor's experiments that completely affect his life. Starks tries to piece together his memories and find out what happened to him on a specific date in the past. Along the way, he encounters a young woman named Jackie who believes his story. Together, they navigate through time and uncover the truth about Starks' past and his connection to Jackie's family.
The Alamo tells the story of the Battle of the Alamo, a pivotal event in the Texas Revolution. In 1836, a group of Texan rebels fought against the Mexican army in a desperate last stand for the independence of Texas. The film portrays the bravery and sacrifice of the defenders of the Alamo, highlighting their struggle against overwhelming odds.
The Edge of Heaven follows the lives of several characters, including a man seeking forgiveness, a daughter trying to find her father, and a woman arrested for political activism. Their stories converge in a tragic event, highlighting the complex relationships and cultural dynamics between Germany and Turkey.
In 19th-century Texas, a teenage girl sets out to seek revenge for the murder of her father. With the help of a tough US Marshal, they embark on a dangerous journey filled with manhunts, shootouts, and showdowns.