Cinematography: Dante Spinotti

Direction Curtis Hanson

Cast Guy Pearce · Russell Crowe · Kevin Spacey · Kim Basinger

Synopsis L.A. Confidential (1997) is a gripping crime drama set in the early 1950s, where the allure of Los Angeles attracts hopefuls seeking fame and fortune. However, beneath the glamorous surface lies a dark underbelly of corruption, violence, and political intrigue....

Direction Michael Mann

Cast Robert De Niro · Al Pacino · Val Kilmer · Jon Voight

Synopsis Heat (1995) presents a gripping tale of intense rivalry between two formidable figures: Neil McCauley, a master thief portrayed by Robert De Niro, and Vincent Hanna, a tenacious cop played by Al Pacino. The film delves into the high-stakes world...

Direction Michael Mann

Cast Daniel Day-Lewis · Madeleine Stowe · Wes Studi · Jodhi May

Synopsis The Last of the Mohicans (1992) is set during the tumultuous period of colonial American warfare, where two British sisters embark on a perilous journey to reunite with their father. Along the way, they cross paths with three Mohican trappers:...

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 Giuseppe Tornatore

Cast Sergio Castellitto · Tiziana Lodato · Franco Scaldati · Leopoldo Trieste

Synopsis The Starmaker (The Star Man) (1995) unfolds in a quaint Sicilian village during the 1950s, where the crafty Joe Morelli, armed with his outdated Ascania camera, boldly claims he can transform anyone's aspirations of becoming a movie star into reality.

Direction Luciano De Crescenzo

Cast Renato Scarpa · Tommaso Bianco · Giovanni Attanasio · Marina Confalone

Direction Ermanno Olmi

Cast Rutger Hauer · Anthony Quayle · Sandrine Dumas · Jean-Maurice Chanet

Synopsis The Legend of the Holy Drinker (1988) follows the journey of a Polish man who finds himself rescued from a life of poverty and despair by an anonymous benefactor. The narrative delves into the challenges he encounters as he strives...

Direction Brett Ratner

Cast Anthony Hopkins · Edward Norton · Ralph Fiennes · Harvey Keitel

Synopsis Red Dragon (2002) follows the gripping tale of FBI agent Will Graham, portrayed by Edward Norton, who previously apprehended the infamous Hannibal "the Cannibal" Lecter, played by Anthony Hopkins. When a new serial killer, known as "the Tooth Fairy," starts...

Direction Barry Levinson

Cast Robert De Niro · Debra Messing · Cosmo Jarvis · Kathrine Narducci

Synopsis The Alto Knights (2025) delves into the tumultuous world of New York's criminal underworld, centering around two infamous crime lords, Frank Costello and Vito Genovese, both portrayed by Robert De Niro. The narrative unfolds as these former allies turn into...

Direction Garry Marshall

Cast Al Pacino · Michelle Pfeiffer · Hector Elizondo · Kate Nelligan

Synopsis Frankie & Johnny (1991) presents a heartfelt tale inspired by Terrence McNally's stage production. The narrative centers around Johnny (Al Pacino), a reformed convict now working as a short-order cook, who becomes infatuated with Frankie (Michelle Pfeiffer), a waitress with...

Direction Ermanno Olmi

Cast Paolo Villaggio · Giulio Brogi · Riccardo Zannantonio · Lino Pais Marden

Direction Paul Schrader

Cast Christopher Walken · Rupert Everett · Natasha Richardson · Helen Mirren

Synopsis The Comfort of Strangers (1990) follows a British couple on a Venetian vacation aiming to mend their strained relationship. The pair feels a sense of unease and being observed. One night, while searching for a restaurant, they encounter a stranger...

Direction Michael Mann

Cast Johnny Depp · Christian Bale · Marion Cotillard · Billy Crudup

Synopsis Public Enemies (2009) follows the intense cat-and-mouse game between federal agents and infamous 1930s criminals John Dillinger, Baby Face Nelson, and Pretty Boy Floyd during a period of rampant crime. Dillinger's daring escapes and charismatic persona captivated the public and...

Direction Curtis Hanson

Cast Michael Douglas · Tobey Maguire · Frances McDormand · Katie Holmes

Synopsis Wonder Boys (2000) follows the chaotic life of Grady Tripp, a Carnegie Mellon professor who finds himself in a whirlwind of personal and professional crises. On a particularly tumultuous day, his third wife departs, his literary agent arrives to demand...

Direction Michael Mann

Cast William Petersen · Kim Greist · Joan Allen · Brian Cox

Synopsis Manhunter (1986) follows the story of Will Graham, a former FBI profiler who has retreated to Florida with his family after a harrowing encounter with a notorious serial killer. Graham's unique ability to delve into the minds of criminals and...

Direction Garry Marshall

Cast Bette Midler · Barbara Hershey · John Heard · Spalding Gray

Synopsis Beaches (1988) follows the enduring bond between two young girls from vastly different backgrounds. CC Bloom, a bold and spirited Jewish girl from the Bronx, crosses paths with Hillary Whitney, a reserved and well-mannered WASP from San Francisco, on the...

Direction Marc Abraham

Cast Greg Kinnear · Tim Eddis · Warren Belle · Karl Pruner

Synopsis Flash of Genius (2008) follows the true story of Robert Kearns (Greg Kinnear), an ingenious inventor who makes a significant discovery when he realizes that major car manufacturers have started installing intermittent windshield wipers in their vehicles. This technology, which...

Direction Peyton Reed

Cast Paul Rudd · Evangeline Lilly · Michael Douglas · Michael Peña

Synopsis Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018) follows the story of Scott Lang as he navigates the challenges of being a superhero and a dedicated parent. Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym introduce him to a pressing new assignment, which leads...

Direction Brett Ratner

Cast Hugh Jackman · Patrick Stewart · Ian McKellen · Halle Berry

Synopsis X3 (X-Men 3: The Last Stand) (2006) presents the climactic installment of the X-Men film series, where a groundbreaking "cure" for mutancy emerges, poised to reshape the future. Mutants now face a pivotal decision: embrace their distinctiveness, despite the isolation...

Direction Barry Levinson

Cast Bruce Willis · Billy Bob Thornton · Cate Blanchett · Troy Garity

Synopsis Bandits (2001) follows the escapades of Joe (Bruce Willis), a charming and charismatic fugitive, and his anxious partner Terry (Billy Bob Thornton), who have managed to break out of prison. Their journey takes them from Oregon to California, where they...