Cast: Willem Dafoe

Direction Oliver Stone

Cast Charlie Sheen · Tom Berenger · Willem Dafoe · Kevin Dillon

Synopsis Platoon (1986) immerses viewers in the harsh realities of Vietnam through the eyes of Chris, a young recruit portrayed by Charlie Sheen. Directed by Oliver Stone, who served as an infantryman in Vietnam, the film vividly captures the harsh conditions...

Direction Alan Parker

Cast Gene Hackman · Willem Dafoe · Frances McDormand · Brad Dourif

Synopsis Mississippi Burning (1988) is set in 1964, focusing on the disappearance of three civil rights activists—two white and one black—while traversing Mississippi. The FBI dispatches two agents, Ward (Willem Dafoe) and Anderson (Gene Hackman), to probe the vanishing. Ward, a...

Direction Lars von Trier

Cast Bryce Dallas Howard · Isaach de Bankole · Danny Glover · Willem Dafoe

Synopsis Manderlay (2005) unfolds an eerie and unsettling narrative centered around the Manderlay plantation. Nestled in the isolated plains of the deep south of the USA, the story begins in 1933 when Grace and her father, along with his gang of...

Direction Yorgos Lanthimos

Cast Emma Stone · Mark Ruffalo · Willem Dafoe · Ramy Youssef

Synopsis Poor Things (2023) follows the extraordinary journey of Bella Baxter, a young woman resurrected by the ingenious and unconventional scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter. Shielded by Baxter, Bella is driven by an insatiable curiosity to explore the world. Seeking the experiences...

Direction Wes Anderson

Cast Ralph Fiennes · Tony Revolori · Saoirse Ronan · Edward Norton

Synopsis The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014) follows the escapades of Gustave H. (Ralph Fiennes), a renowned concierge at a prestigious European hotel during the interwar period, and his loyal friend Zero Moustafa (Tony Revolori), a young lobby boy. The narrative revolves...

Direction Jon Watts

Cast Tom Holland · Zendaya · Benedict Cumberbatch · Alfred Molina

Synopsis Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) follows Peter Parker as he faces an unprecedented challenge in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After his identity as Spider-Man is revealed to the world, Peter struggles to maintain a normal life while dealing with the...

Direction Paul Schrader

Cast Nick Nolte · James Coburn · Sissy Spacek · Willem Dafoe

Synopsis Affliction (1997) is a gripping psychological drama adapted from Russell Banks' novel, delving into the complex and strained bond between a troubled father and his two sons. The narrative centers around Wade Whitehouse, portrayed by Nick Nolte, a middle-aged, somewhat...

Direction Sean Baker

Cast Brooklynn Prince · Willem Dafoe · Bria Vinaite · Caleb Landry Jones

Synopsis The Florida Project (2017) centers on the vibrant and imaginative world of a 6-year-old girl and her companions as they embark on thrilling escapades during their summer vacation. Meanwhile, the adults in their lives grapple with significant challenges, adding a...

Direction Spike Lee

Cast Denzel Washington · Clive Owen · Jodie Foster · Willem Dafoe

Synopsis Inside Man (2006) follows the gripping narrative of a seasoned detective, Frazier (Denzel Washington), who finds himself in a high-stakes mental duel with a cunning bank heister, Dalton (Clive Owen), during a nerve-wracking hostage situation. As the intricate game of...

Direction Jennifer Peedom

Cast Willem Dafoe

Synopsis Mountain (2017) presents an extraordinary fusion of cinematic artistry and musical prowess, brought to life by the Australian Chamber Orchestra and BAFTA-nominated director Jennifer Peedom. This captivating documentary delves into humanity's enduring fascination with mountains, a phenomenon that has evolved...

Direction Anthony Minghella

Cast Ralph Fiennes · Kristin Scott Thomas · Juliette Binoche · Willem Dafoe

Synopsis The English Patient (1996) unfolds as World War II draws to a close, focusing on a dedicated young nurse who cares for a severely burned man, the sole survivor of a plane crash. Through a series of vivid flashbacks, the...

Direction David Lynch

Cast Nicolas Cage · Laura Dern · Diane Ladd · Willem Dafoe

Synopsis Wild at Heart (1990) follows the tumultuous journey of Sailor Ripley, a volatile ex-convict with a deep admiration for Elvis Presley, who becomes entangled in a passionate romance with Lula Fortune, the daughter of a wealthy but mentally unstable Southern...

Direction Martin Scorsese

Cast Willem Dafoe · Harvey Keitel · Barbara Hershey · Victor Argo

Synopsis The Last Temptation of Christ (1988) presents a unique and thought-provoking exploration of the final days of Jesus Christ, diverging significantly from traditional depictions of the "Messiah." This film portrays a Jesus who grapples with profound doubts about his mission...

Direction Ericson Core

Cast Willem Dafoe · Julianne Nicholson · Christopher Heyerdahl · Richard Dormer

Synopsis Togo (2019) chronicles the extraordinary journey of a sled dog named Togo, who, despite being underestimated due to his size and perceived frailty, played a pivotal role in the 1925 serum run. This inspiring tale delves into the dog's remarkable...

Direction Michael Cimino

Cast Kris Kristofferson · Isabelle Huppert · Christopher Walken · Jeff Bridges

Synopsis Heaven's Gate (1980) is a grim anti-western directed by Michael Cimino, set against the backdrop of 1890s Wyoming. The narrative revolves around Sheriff James Averill, who strives to safeguard immigrant farmers from the oppressive influence of affluent cattle barons. Concurrently,...

Direction Zack Snyder

Cast Ben Affleck · Gal Gadot · Ezra Miller · Jason Momoa

Synopsis Justice League: The Snyder Cut (2021) presents Zack Snyder's definitive vision of the Justice League. Driven by the resolve to honor Superman's final act, Bruce Wayne joins forces with Diana Prince. Their mission: to assemble a formidable team of metahumans...

Direction Paul Schrader

Cast Willem Dafoe · Susan Sarandon · Dana Delany · David Clennon

Synopsis Light Sleeper (1992) follows John LeTour, a 40-year-old drug dealer whose aimless life takes a dramatic turn when his boss, Ann, decides to step down from her role. LeTour's path crosses with his former lover, leading him into a complex...

Direction Wim Wenders

Cast Otto Sander · Bruno Ganz · Nastassja Kinski · Martin Olbert

Synopsis Faraway, So Close! (1993) is a continuation of the narrative from Wim Wenders' earlier film, "Wings of Desire" (Der Himmel über Berlin, 1987). This film revisits the celestial beings who reside in the skies above Berlin, observing the lives of...

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 Robert Eggers

Cast Lily-Rose Depp · Bill Skarsgård · Nicholas Hoult · Aaron Taylor-Johnson

Synopsis Nosferatu (2024) delves into a dark, gothic narrative of an intense fixation between a tormented young woman and a chilling vampire who is deeply enamored with her. This eerie obsession unleashes a wave of unspeakable terror and dread, leaving a...