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By combining elements of classic Westerns with a modern narrative, Hill and his capable cast render a thrilling look at characters often misinterpreted by Hollywood.
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This film no doubt planted the seeds for more good ol’ boy action pics, but Mitchum’s story and charismatic screen presence make Thunder Road a ride to remember.
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Not long after starring in two of the wildest blaxploitation films of all time — Coffy and Foxy Brown — Grier’s career went in a much tamer direction.
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A rather narrow-minded look at interracial love and hip-hop in high school
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Part action movie, part absurdist comedy, part protest piece, this film (based on Patty Hearst’s abduction) has everything that makes a John Waters movie great.
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Serial Mom allows John Waters to explore his darkest interests, but his version of a suburban mother gone haywire is striking on a few levels.
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Cry-Baby is definitely one of the better Fifties flashbacks, thanks to Waters’ flair for visuals and a vivid memory of the Eisenhower era.
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Chuck & Buck is often disturbing, but remains watchable thanks to director Arteta’s fine blend of urban horror and dark humor.
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Mary Harron’s film adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’ novel, American Psycho, frequently hits the mark, thanks to leading man Christian Bale.
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This high-tech update of the beloved Rocky & Bullwinkle cartoon has none of the wit of the original.
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Karyn Kusama’s directorial debut is as potent a boxing drama as Rocky, with solid performances and a relevant message.