Cast: Philip Baker Hall

Direction Peter Weir

Cast Jim Carrey · Laura Linney · Noah Emmerich · Ed Harris

Synopsis The Truman Show (1998) follows the life of Truman Burbank, portrayed by Jim Carrey, who is unaware that his entire existence is a televised reality show. From birth, Truman's life has been continuously broadcast, with his seemingly normal hometown being...

Direction Paul Thomas Anderson

Cast Tom Cruise · John C. Reilly · Philip Baker Hall · William H. Macy

Synopsis Magnolia (1999) unfolds over the course of a single day in Los Angeles, where the lives of various characters intertwine and are forever altered. A solitary police officer (John C. Reilly) develops feelings for a troubled cocaine addict (Melora Walters)....

Direction Lars von Trier

Cast Nicole Kidman · Paul Bettany · Lauren Bacall · Stellan Skarsgard

Synopsis Dogville (2003) follows the journey of a stunning fugitive, Grace (Nicole Kidman), who seeks refuge in the secluded hamlet of Dogville to escape a gang of criminals. With a nudge from Tom, the town's self-proclaimed representative, the close-knit community consents...

Direction Steven Levitan · Christopher Lloyd · Jason Winer · Michael Spiller

Cast Ed O'Neill · Sofia Vergara · Julie Bowen · Ty Burrell

Synopsis Modern Family (TV Series) (2009) spans 11 seasons and 250 episodes, offering a comedic and satirical exploration of three distinct families and the challenges they encounter. The show revolves around the Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker clan, a delightfully large and blended family. Through...

Direction Paul Thomas Anderson

Cast Mark Wahlberg · Julianne Moore · Burt Reynolds · Don Cheadle

Synopsis Boogie Nights (1997) follows the journey of Eddie Adams, a young man whose life takes a dramatic turn when he crosses paths with Rick Horner, a prominent figure in the adult film industry. Horner recognizes Eddie's potential and molds him...

Direction Michael Mann

Cast Al Pacino · Russell Crowe · Christopher Plummer · Diane Venora

Synopsis The Insider (1999) follows the gripping narrative inspired by the article "The Man Who Knew Too Much," centering around Jeffrey Wigand (Russell Crowe), a prominent scientist who faces termination from the Brown & Williamson tobacco company due to his objections...

Direction Robert Iscove

Cast Sander Vanocur · Jane Kaczmarek · Bree Walker · Dwier Brown

Synopsis Without Warning (TV) (1994) begins with a television broadcast being abruptly interrupted by a news network. The network reports that three meteors have struck the United States, France, and China. Initially, the event appears to be a natural occurrence, but...

Direction Jonathan Levine

Cast Joseph Gordon-Levitt · Anna Kendrick · Seth Rogen · Bryce Dallas Howard

Synopsis 50/50 (2011) follows the journey of Adam, a 27-year-old radio program writer, as he grapples with a rare diagnosis of spinal cancer. As he navigates through his treatment, Adam finds solace and support from his closest friend, his devoted mother,...

Direction Anthony Minghella

Cast Matt Damon · Gwyneth Paltrow · Jude Law · Cate Blanchett

Synopsis The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) unfolds in the picturesque landscapes of Italy during the late 1950s, where Tom Ripley (Matt Damon) yearns for the lavish existence enjoyed by Dickie Greenleaf (Jude Law). When Dickie's affluent father, a prominent shipbuilder, enlists...

Direction Tim Robbins

Cast Hank Azaria · Rubén Blades · Joan Cusack · John Cusack

Synopsis Cradle Will Rock (1999) is a cinematic masterpiece directed by Tim Robbins, loosely based on the tumultuous events surrounding Marc Blitzstein's worker's opera, "The Cradle Will Rock." Set during the Great Depression, the film weaves a rich tapestry of characters,...

Direction David Fincher

Cast Jake Gyllenhaal · Robert Downey Jr. · Mark Ruffalo · Anthony Edwards

Synopsis Zodiac (2007) delves into the chilling tale of an unidentified serial killer who terrorized the city of San Francisco during the 1970s. Inspired by the true events detailed in Robert Graysmith's book, the film follows the enigmatic figure who left...

Direction John Frankenheimer

Cast Michael Gambon · Donald Sutherland · Bruce McGill · James Frain

Synopsis Path to War (TV) (2002) delves into the tumultuous presidency of Lyndon B. Johnson [Michael Gambon], beginning with his optimistic inauguration on January 20, 1965. Surrounded by his family, Lady Bird Johnson [Felicity Huffman], and a distinguished cabinet—including Defense Secretary...

Direction Martin Brest

Cast Robert De Niro · Charles Grodin · Yaphet Kotto · John Ashton

Synopsis Midnight Run (1988) follows the story of Jack Walsh, a jaded former cop who now works as a bounty hunter. He is presented with a lucrative offer of $100,000 to transport Jonathan "the Duke" Mardukas, a mild-mannered accountant, from New...

Direction Mark Rance

Cast Paul Thomas Anderson · Fiona Apple · Philip Seymour Hoffman · Julianne Moore

Synopsis That Moment: Magnolia Diary (2000) offers an intimate and comprehensive look into the intense and demanding process of filmmaking, chronicling the 80+ day shooting schedule of Paul Thomas Anderson's epic film, Magnolia (1999). The documentary provides a humorous and candid...

Direction Paul Thomas Anderson

Cast Philip Baker Hall · John C. Reilly · Gwyneth Paltrow · Samuel L. Jackson

Synopsis Hard Eight (1996) follows the journey of John, who finds himself penniless and sitting outside a desert diner. His fortunes begin to change when Sydney, a seasoned gambler, offers him a cup of coffee and a chance to turn his...

Direction Tony Scott

Cast Will Smith · Gene Hackman · Jon Voight · Lisa Bonet

Synopsis Enemy of the State (1998) follows Robert Dean (Will Smith), a labor attorney who inadvertently becomes the holder of crucial evidence tied to a grave politically driven offense. Government operatives, desperate to conceal their involvement, mistakenly assume Dean is aware...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Philip Baker Hall

Synopsis Secret Honor (1984) presents a thought-provoking one-man drama featuring former President Richard Milhous Nixon in solitude within his study. He engages in a series of introspective monologues, recorded onto a tape device, as he reflects on his life and political...

Direction Cameron Crowe

Cast John Cusack · Ione Skye · John Mahoney · Lili Taylor

Synopsis Say Anything... (1989) is Cameron Crowe's first film as a director, featuring John Cusack as Lloyd Dobler, an ordinary young man with a passion for kickboxing. Lloyd's primary goal after high school graduation is to secure a date with the...

Direction Ron Mann

Cast Paul Thomas Anderson · James Caan · Keith Carradine · Elliott Gould

Synopsis Altman (2014) delves into the extraordinary journey and prolific career of renowned American filmmaker Robert Altman. The documentary explores his unique vision, innovative storytelling techniques, and the enduring impact he has had on cinema. Through interviews, archival footage, and insightful...

Direction Anthony Yerkovich · John Nicolella · Richard Compton · Leon Ichaso

Cast Don Johnson · Philip Michael Thomas · Edward James Olmos · Saundra Santiago

Synopsis Miami Vice (TV Series) (1984) aired from 1984 to 1990, spanning 5 seasons and 111 episodes. This groundbreaking television show delved into the gritty world of the Miami Metro-Dade police department's "Vice" unit, chronicling their relentless struggle against the city's...