Cast: Tom Waits

Direction Jim Jarmusch

Cast Tom Waits · Roberto Benigni · John Lurie · Nicoletta Braschi

Synopsis Down by Law (1986) follows the misadventures of DJ Zack and pimp Jack, who find themselves behind bars due to their nonchalant attitude, which leads to them being falsely accused of crimes they did not perpetrate. Their new life in...

Direction Francis Ford Coppola

Cast Gary Oldman · Winona Ryder · Anthony Hopkins · Keanu Reeves

Synopsis Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992) unfolds with a tragic tale set in 1462, where Elisabeta, the wife of Vlad Dracula, the ruler of Transylvania, takes her own life after mistakenly believing her husband has perished in battle against the Turks. Condemned...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Madeleine Stowe · Julianne Moore · Jennifer Jason Leigh · Tim Robbins

Synopsis Short Cuts (1993) is a cinematic tapestry directed by Robert Altman, which masterfully intertwines the lives of various Los Angeles residents over a brief period. Inspired by the short stories of Raymond Carver, the film delves into the lives of...

Direction Jim Jarmusch

Cast Masatoshi Nagase · Youki Kudoh · Nicoletta Braschi · Cinqué Lee

Synopsis Mystery Train (1989) unfolds over a single day, weaving together three distinct narratives centered around a rundown hotel managed by the drowsy Screamin' Jay Hawkins and his enthusiastic bellboy Cinqué Lee. The first story follows a young Japanese couple who...

Direction Francis Ford Coppola

Cast Matt Dillon · Mickey Rourke · Diane Lane · Dennis Hopper

Synopsis Rumble Fish (1983) follows Rusty James (Matt Dillon), a young man navigating the rough streets, who looks back on the glory days when his older sibling, The Motorcycle Boy (Mickey Rourke), led the local gang, the Packers. After The Motorcycle...

Direction Jim Jarmusch

Cast Iggy Pop · Tom Waits

Synopsis Coffee and Cigarettes III (S) (1993) presents a familiar setup, mirroring the structure of its predecessors. In this installment, legendary musicians Iggy Pop and Tom Waits find themselves in a bar, but the reason for their meeting remains unclear. The...

Direction Morgan Neville

Cast Tom Waits · Keith Richards · Waddy Wachtel · Steve Jordan

Synopsis Keith Richards: Under the Influence (2015) offers an intimate exploration of the legendary musician, tracing the origins of his distinctive sound as a songwriter, guitarist, and performer. The documentary delves into the influences and experiences that have shaped Keith Richards'...

Direction Goran Dukic

Cast Patrick Fugit · Shannyn Sossamon · Shea Whigham · Leslie Bibb

Synopsis Wristcutters: A Love Story (2006) unfolds in an unusual afterlife realm, a peculiar transit point designed exclusively for individuals who have taken their own lives. This unique setting serves as the backdrop for a poignant and quirky narrative, where the...

Direction Francis Ford Coppola

Cast Richard Gere · Bob Hoskins · Diane Lane · Gregory Hines

Synopsis The Cotton Club (1984) is set in the vibrant Harlem of the 1920s, focusing on the renowned nightclub that bore its name. The narrative weaves together the lives of the club's patrons and operators, set against the backdrop of the...

Direction John Lurie

Cast John Lurie · Willem Dafoe · Matt Dillon · Dennis Hopper

Synopsis Fishing with John (TV Miniseries) (1991) follows the comedic misadventures of John Lurie, a man with virtually no fishing experience, as he embarks on an extraordinary journey. Accompanied by a roster of celebrity guests, Lurie ventures to some of the...

Direction Francis Ford Coppola

Cast C. Thomas Howell · Matt Dillon · Ralph Macchio · Diane Lane

Synopsis The Outsiders (1983) is a visually striking teen drama directed by Francis Ford Coppola, adapted from the acclaimed novel by S. E. Hinton. Set in 1960s Tulsa, the narrative revolves around two opposing groups: the affluent Socs and the disadvantaged...

Direction Paul Thomas Anderson

Cast Alana Haim · Cooper Hoffman · Sean Penn · Bradley Cooper

Synopsis Licorice Pizza (2021) follows the journey of Alana Kane and Gary Valentine as they navigate the complexities of adolescence, friendship, and romance in the San Fernando Valley during the year 1973. The film captures the essence of their youthful adventures...

Direction Jim Jarmusch

Cast Roberto Benigni · Steve Buscemi · Cate Blanchett · Bill Murray

Synopsis Coffee and Cigarettes (2003) is a comedic collection of interconnected vignettes that collectively form a unique narrative. Throughout these segments, characters engage in conversations that span a wide range of topics, from the intricacies of caffeine consumption to the allure...

Direction Roberto Benigni

Cast Roberto Benigni · Jean Reno · Nicoletta Braschi · Emilia Fox

Synopsis The Tiger y the Snow (2005) follows the journey of an Italian poet who finds himself in a whirlwind of romance and chaos as he becomes entangled in the early stages of the American invasion of Iraq. The story unfolds...

Direction Jeff Feuerzeig

Cast Laura Albert · Asia Argento · Stephen Beachy · Bruce Benderson

Synopsis Author: The JT LeRoy Story (2016) delves into the intricate tale of the literary persona JT LeRoy, a fictional writer crafted by American author Laura Albert. The documentary explores the creation, rise, and eventual unraveling of this enigmatic figure, shedding...

Direction Joel Coen · Ethan Coen

Cast Tim Blake Nelson · Zoe Kazan · Tom Waits · James Franco

Synopsis The Ballad of Buster Scruggs (2018) is a six-part Western anthology film, a collection of narratives set in the American frontier, each with its own unique tale, all woven together by the distinctive storytelling of Joel and Ethan Coen. The...

Direction Katharina Otto-Bernstein

Cast Robert Wilson · William S. Burroughs · Susan Sontag · Tom Waits

Synopsis Absolute Wilson (2006) delves into the extraordinary journey, influences, and creative brilliance of Robert Wilson, offering an unprecedented glimpse into one of the most enigmatic and groundbreaking artists of our time. Beyond a conventional biography, the documentary embarks on a...

Direction Martin McDonagh

Cast Colin Farrell · Sam Rockwell · Christopher Walken · Woody Harrelson

Synopsis Seven Psychopaths (2012) is a dark comedy that revolves around a writer named Marty, portrayed by Colin Farrell, who is grappling with writer's block. His life takes a chaotic turn when his eccentric friends, Billy (Christopher Walken) and Hans (Sam...

Direction Terry Gilliam

Cast Christopher Plummer · Heath Ledger · Lily Cole · Andrew Garfield

Synopsis The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009) follows the tale of a gifted individual, Dr. Parnassus, who possesses the unique ability to transport others into their own imaginations. However, this extraordinary talent comes with a heavy price. In a past agreement...

Direction Héctor Babenco

Cast Jack Nicholson · Meryl Streep · Carroll Baker · Michael O'Keefe

Synopsis Ironweed (1987) unfolds in Albany, New York, on Halloween night in 1938, where Francis Phelan and Helen Archer, both down on their luck, return to their hometown. Helen, once a radio singer, and Francis, a former major league pitcher, are...