Cast: Philip Baker Hall

Direction Phil Joanou

Cast Casey Siemaszko · Annie Ryan · Richard Tyson · Stacey Glick

Synopsis Three O'Clock High (1987) follows the story of Jerry Mitchell, a timid high school student tasked with penning an article for the school newspaper about the enigmatic new student, Buddy Revell. Buddy is whispered to be a disturbed individual, and...

Direction Alex Kurtzman

Cast Chris Pine · Elizabeth Banks · Michelle Pfeiffer · Olivia Wilde

Synopsis People Like Us (2012) follows the journey of a young man who is entrusted with a significant responsibility after his father's passing. He must locate and deliver $150,000 from his father's estate to a sister he never knew existed. This...

Direction Rod Lurie

Cast Joan Allen · Gary Oldman · Jeff Bridges · Christian Slater

Synopsis The Contender (2000) follows the political drama that unfolds when a President (Jeff Bridges), nearing the end of his final term, chooses a woman to fill the vacant Vice-Presidential position after the sudden death of his predecessor. The chosen candidate...

Direction Paul Thomas Anderson

Cast Kirk Baltz · Scott Coffey · Miguel Ferrer · Bonnie Fidelman

Synopsis Cigarettes & Coffee (S) (1993) follows the intersecting lives of five individuals who find themselves in the same diner at a pivotal moment. An elderly man (Hall) offers guidance to a young man (Baltz) grappling with his wife's infidelity and...

Direction Dustin Guy Defa

Cast Michael Cera · Abbi Jacobson · Philip Baker Hall · Michaela Watkins

Synopsis Person to Person (2017) delves into the lives of an assortment of New York residents as they confront personal connections and unforeseen challenges throughout a single day. The narrative weaves together the stories of these individuals, highlighting the complexities and...

Direction Jake Kasdan

Cast David Duchovny · Sigourney Weaver · Ioan Gruffudd · Judy Greer

Synopsis The TV Set (2006) delves into the intricate journey of a television pilot as it navigates the complex landscape of network television. The narrative follows the pilot from its initial casting stages, through the rigorous production process, and ultimately to...

Direction William Friedkin

Cast Samuel L. Jackson · Tommy Lee Jones · Guy Pearce · Ben Kingsley

Synopsis Rules of Engagement (2000) follows the story of Colonel Terry Childers, a seasoned Marine officer with an impressive track record, including combat experience in Vietnam, Beirut, and Desert Storm. However, his career takes a dramatic turn when he is put...

Direction Sebastian Gutierrez

Cast Carla Gugino · Emma Thompson · Alan Rickman · Simon Baker

Synopsis Judas Kiss (1999) follows a woman and her paramour, who have been earning a living through illicit sex schemes in hotels, as they set their sights on a more lucrative target: the abduction of a wealthy computer company owner for...

Direction Barbet Schroeder

Cast Nicolas Cage · David Caruso · Samuel L. Jackson · Michael Rapaport

Synopsis Kiss of Death (1995) follows the story of Jimmy Kilmartin, a former inmate striving to turn his life around. However, he finds himself entangled in a dangerous situation when he agrees to a seemingly simple driving task to help a...

Direction Ivan Reitman

Cast Bill Murray · Sigourney Weaver · Dan Aykroyd · Harold Ramis

Synopsis Ghostbusters 2 (1989) follows the Ghostbusters team five years after their initial adventures, now facing financial ruin due to legal battles and a tarnished reputation. When Dana Barret encounters ghostly disturbances once more, the team reunites, only to be swiftly...

Direction Andrew Jarecki

Cast Ryan Gosling · Kirsten Dunst · Frank Langella · Lily Rabe

Synopsis All Good Things (2010) is a gripping tale of love and intrigue, woven into a murder mystery that unfolds against the opulent backdrop of a New York real estate empire during the 1980s. Directed and produced by Andrew Jarecki, the...

Direction Joshua Goldin

Cast Matthew Broderick · Sanaa Lathan · Michael Kenneth Williams · Jodelle Ferland

Synopsis Wonderful World (2009) follows the journey of a man who, after a bitter divorce, has become deeply cynical and isolated. Despite his best attempts to avoid emotional entanglements, he unexpectedly finds himself drawn into a romantic relationship. This heartwarming tale...

Direction Greg Mottola

Cast Larry David · Jon Hamm · Bill Hader · Philip Baker Hall

Synopsis Clear History (TV) (2013) follows the story of a once-respected marketing executive who, after being betrayed by his former boss, seeks retribution. The executive's life takes a dramatic turn when his former colleague becomes a billionaire through the electric car...

Direction Jason Bateman

Cast Jason Bateman · Allison Janney · Philip Baker Hall · Kathryn Hahn

Synopsis Bad Words (2013) follows the story of a disgruntled, profane, middle-aged man who never completed high school. By exploiting a technicality in the registration process, he manages to participate in a prestigious national spelling contest for children. With a malicious...

Direction Richard Shepard

Cast Pierce Brosnan · Greg Kinnear · Hope Davis · Philip Baker Hall

Synopsis The Matador (2005) follows the unlikely friendship between a traveling salesman, Danny Wright (Greg Kinnear), and a charismatic hitman, Julian (Pierce Brosnan), who crosses paths at a Mexico City bar. Julian, known for his eccentric style—including a black Speedo, cowboy...

Direction Peter Werner

Cast Tate Donovan · Abraham Benrubi · Ming-Na Wen · Matt Craven

Synopsis Tempting Fate (TV) (1998) follows the story of a doctor who, captivated by the serene and idyllic lifestyle of a vacation spot, chooses to stay and enjoy the leisurely pace of life in an alternate dimension. However, his newfound paradise...

Direction Paul Weitz

Cast Dennis Quaid · Scarlett Johansson · Topher Grace · Marg Helgenberger

Synopsis In Good Company (2004) is a comedy-drama that delves into the intricate dynamics between a seasoned 50-year-old businessman, Dan Foreman, and his new, 26-year-old boss, Tom. Directed by Paul Weitz, the film explores the challenges and unexpected twists that arise...

Direction Tom Shadyac

Cast Jim Carrey · Jennifer Aniston · Morgan Freeman · Eddie Jemison

Synopsis Bruce Almighty (2003) follows the journey of Bruce Nolan, portrayed by Jim Carrey, a charismatic yet dissatisfied "human interest" television reporter based in Buffalo, New York. Despite his professional success and the affection of his girlfriend Grace, played by Jennifer...

Direction Brett Ratner

Cast Jackie Chan · Chris Tucker · Tom Wilkinson · Chris Penn

Synopsis Rush Hour (1998) follows the story of Inspector Lee, a skilled Hong Kong detective portrayed by Jackie Chan, who plays a pivotal role in seizing millions of dollars' worth of stolen Chinese artifacts from the notorious crime lord Juntao. In...

Direction John Dahl

Cast Ben Kingsley · Téa Leoni · Luke Wilson · Dennis Farina

Synopsis You Kill Me (2007) centers around Frank Falenczyk (Ben Kingsley), a hitman who is deeply passionate about his work for his Polish mob family in Buffalo, New York. However, Frank's struggle with alcoholism leads to a botched assignment, jeopardizing the...