Cast: Joan Cusack

Direction Paul Abbott · Mark Mylod · Mimi Leder · John Wells

Cast William H. Macy · Emmy Rossum · Ethan Cutkosky · Shanola Hampton

Synopsis Shameless (TV Series) (2011) is a gripping and often humorous exploration of the chaotic lives of the Gallagher family. Set over 11 seasons and 134 episodes from 2011 to 2021, the series delves into the struggles of a family where...

Direction Stephen Frears

Cast John Cusack · Jack Black · Joelle Carter · Iben Hjejle

Synopsis High Fidelity (2000) presents a humorous and introspective journey through the life of Rob Gordon (John Cusack), a thirty-something record store owner in the suburbs of Chicago. Struggling with a recent breakup from his girlfriend Laura (Iben Hjejle), Rob compiles...

Direction Stephen Chbosky

Cast Logan Lerman · Emma Watson · Ezra Miller · Mae Whitman

Synopsis The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012) follows the journey of Charlie (Logan Lerman), a 15-year-old who is both endearing and naive, as he navigates the complexities of adolescence. Charlie grapples with his first romantic encounter (Emma Watson), the tragic...

Direction Nick Cassavetes

Cast Cameron Diaz · Abigail Breslin · Sofia Vassilieva · Jason Patric

Synopsis My Sister's Keeper (2009) follows the emotional journey of the Fitzgerald family, centering around Kate, a 15-year-old girl who has been valiantly fighting leukemia since her diagnosis at the age of seven. Her mother, Sarah (portrayed by Cameron Diaz), makes...

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 Mark Hudis · Barry Sonnenfeld · Mark Palansky · Bo Welch

Cast Neil Patrick Harris · Patrick Warburton · Malina Weissman · K. Todd Freeman

Synopsis A Series of Unfortunate Events (TV Series) (2017) follows the plight of the Baudelaire orphans—Violet, Klaus, and Sunny—as they navigate a world of misfortune after their parents' untimely demise in a peculiar blaze. Throughout the three seasons and 25 episodes,...

Direction Mark Pellington

Cast Jeff Bridges · Tim Robbins · Joan Cusack · Hope Davis

Synopsis Arlington Road (1999) follows Michael Faraday, a single father and university professor specializing in terrorism history, whose life takes a dramatic turn when he uncovers a small deception from his new neighbor. Faraday's protective instincts, heightened by the tragic loss...

Direction James Ponsoldt

Cast Jesse Eisenberg · Jason Segel · Anna Chlumsky · Joan Cusack

Synopsis The End of the Tour (2015) delves into the narrative of a five-day conversation between Rolling Stone journalist David Lipsky and the renowned author David Foster Wallace. This exchange occurred immediately following the 1996 release of Wallace's seminal work, 'Infinite...

Direction Mike Nichols

Cast Harrison Ford · Sigourney Weaver · Melanie Griffith · Alec Baldwin

Synopsis Working Girl (1988) follows the journey of a young, ambitious secretary (Melanie Griffith) who is eager to climb the corporate ladder. She believes her intelligence and hard work will pave the way to success. When she secures a position with...

Direction Eli Horowitz · Micah Bloomberg · Kyle Patrick Alvarez

Cast Janelle Monáe · Chris Cooper · Joan Cusack · Hong Chau

Synopsis Homecoming 2 (TV Series) (2020) follows Jackie, portrayed by Janelle Monáe, as she awakens in a rowboat with no memory of her past or her true identity. Jackie's quest to uncover her own history brings her to Walter, a man...

Direction James L. Brooks

Cast William Hurt · Holly Hunter · Albert Brooks · Jack Nicholson

Synopsis Broadcast News (1987) presents a tale of three driven individuals navigating the complexities of a network TV newsroom, where their professional aspirations and personal lives intertwine in unexpected ways. Tom (William Hurt) is the charismatic and handsome anchorman, whose on-screen...

Direction Sean Anders

Cast Mark Wahlberg · Rose Byrne · Octavia Spencer · Isabela Merced

Synopsis Instant Family (2018) follows the journey of a couple who unexpectedly find themselves navigating the complexities of parenthood when they decide to adopt three siblings. The film explores their initial struggles and eventual growth as they adapt to their new...

Direction John Hughes

Cast Molly Ringwald · Justin Henry · Michael Schoeffling · Haviland Morris

Synopsis 16 Candles (1984) follows the trials and tribulations of a young woman navigating the complexities of her sixteenth birthday. The film delves into the challenges and awkward situations she encounters as she celebrates this milestone, offering a humorous and relatable...

Direction Frank Oz

Cast Kevin Kline · Matt Dillon · Joan Cusack · Tom Selleck

Synopsis In & Out (1997) follows the life of Howard Brackett (Kevin Kline), a beloved high-school English teacher and sports coach in the small town of Greenleaf, IN. Howard's life seems perfect: he has a close-knit family, a supportive community, and...

Direction Stephen Frears

Cast Dustin Hoffman · Geena Davis · Andy García · Joan Cusack

Synopsis Hero (Accidental Hero) (1992) follows the story of Bernie LaPlante (Dustin Hoffman), a small-time thief who inadvertently rescues individuals from a plane crash without revealing his identity. This act of bravery sparks a countrywide quest to identify the mysterious 'accidental...

Direction Shira Piven

Cast Kristen Wiig · Linda Cardellini · James Marsden · Will Ferrell

Synopsis Welcome to Me (2014) follows the story of a woman diagnosed with borderline personality disorder who experiences a life-changing moment when she hits the jackpot in the lottery. Instead of using the money for personal gain, she opts to invest...

Direction Tony Bill

Cast Chris Makepeace · Adam Baldwin · Matt Dillon · Paul Quandt

Synopsis My Bodyguard (1980) follows Clifford Peache, a new student at Lake View High School, who quickly finds himself in a challenging situation. His troubles escalate when he inadvertently offends Moody, the leader of a group of bullies who demand lunch...

Direction Menno Meyjes

Cast John Cusack · Bobby Coleman · Amanda Peet · Sophie Okonedo

Synopsis Martian Child (2007) follows the story of a science-fiction author who, after losing his spouse, finds an unexpected family dynamic when he adopts a peculiar young boy who insists he is from Mars. Alongside a close friend, they navigate the...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Jack Black · Joan Cusack · Mike White · Sarah Silverman

Synopsis School of Rock (2003) follows the story of Dewey Finn (Jack Black), a musician who faces a sudden setback when he is dismissed from his band. In need of income, he assumes the role of a temporary fourth-grade teacher at...

Direction Patricia Rozema

Cast Abigail Breslin · Julia Ormond · Chris O'Donnell · Joan Cusack

Synopsis Kit Kittredge: An American Girl (2008) is a heartwarming tale set against the backdrop of the early 1930s, during the challenging times of the Great Depression. The story revolves around a young girl named Kit Kittredge, who navigates the hardships...