Thursday, May 31, 2012

The Sting (1973)

Movie: The Sting (1973)

"When a mutual friend is killed by a mob boss, two con men, one experienced and one young try to get even by pulling off the big con on the mob boss. The story unfolds with several twists and last minute alterations. Written by John Vogel <jlvogel@comcast.net>"

Release Date: 10 January 1974
(Argentina)
Run Time: 129 min
Country: USA




Credited cast : Paul Newman,Robert Redford,Robert Shaw,Charles Durning,Ray Walston,Eileen Brennan,Harold Gould,John Heffernan,Dana Elcar,Jack Kehoe,Dimitra Arliss,Robert Earl Jones,James Sloyan,Charles Dierkop,Lee

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Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Scenes from a Marriage (1973)

Movie: Scenes from a Marriage (1973)

"Ten years of Marianne and Johan's relationship are presented. We first meet them ten years into their marriage. He is a college professor, she a divorce lawyer. They say that they are happily married - unlike their friends Katarina and Peter who openly fight, especially when under the influence of alcohol - but there is a certain detached aloofness in the way they treat each other. In the next ten years, as they contemplate or embark upon divorce and/or known extramarital affairs, they come to differing understandings at each phase of their

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Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975)

Movie: Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975)

"The movie starts out with Arthur, King of the Britons, looking for knights to sit with him at Camelot. He finds many knights including Sir Galahad the pure, Sir Lancelot the brave, the quiet Sir Bedevere, and Sir Robin the Not-Quite-So-Brave-as-Sir Lancelot. They do not travel on horses, but pretend they do and have their servants bang coconuts to make the sound of horse's hooves. Through satire of certain events in history (witch trials, the black plague) they find Camelot, but after literally a quick song and dance they decide that they do

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Monday, May 28, 2012

Chinatown (1974)

Movie: Chinatown (1974)

"JJ 'Jake' Gittes is a private detective who seems to specialize in matrimonial cases. He is hired by Evelyn Mulwray when she suspects her husband Hollis, builder of the city's water supply system, of having an affair. Gittes does what he does best and photographs him with a young girl but in the ensuing scandal, it seems he was hired by an impersonator and not the real Mrs. Mulwray. When Mr. Mulwray is found dead, Jake is plunged into a complex web of deceit involving murder, incest and municipal corruption all related to the city's water supply. Written by

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A Clockwork Orange (1971)

Movie: A Clockwork Orange (1971)

"Protagonist Alex is an "ultraviolent" youth in futuristic Britain. As with all luck, his eventually runs out and he's arrested and convicted of murder and rape. While in prison, Alex learns of an experimental program in which convicts are programed to detest violence. If he goes through the program his sentence will be reduced and he will be back on the streets sooner than expected. But Alex's ordeals are far from over once he hits the mean streets of Britain that he had a hand in creating. Written by Nikki Carlyle"

Release Date: 2 February

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Sunday, May 27, 2012

Taxi Driver (1976)

Movie: Taxi Driver (1976)

"Travis Bickle is an ex-Marine and Vietnam War veteran living in New York City. As he suffers from insomnia, he spends his time working as a taxi driver at night, watching porn movies at seedy cinemas during the day, or thinking about how the world, New York in particular, has deteriorated into a cesspool. He's a loner who has strong opinions about what is right and wrong with mankind. For him, the one bright spot in New York humanity is Betsy, a worker on the presidential nomination campaign of Senator Charles Palatine. He becomes obsessed with her. After an

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Alien (1979)

Movie: Alien (1979)

"The crew of the deep space mining ship Nostromo are awaken from hypersleep to investigate a strange signal from a nearby planet. While investigating the signal, they discover it was intended as a warning, and not an SOS. Written by Colin Tinto <cst@imdb.com>"

Release Date: 25 May 1979
(USA)
Run Time: 117 min
|
116 min
(director's cut)
Country: USA , UK




Credited cast : Tom Skerritt,Sigourney Weaver,Veronica Cartwright,Harry Dean Stanton,John Hurt,Ian Holm,Yaphet Kotto,Bolaji Badejo,Helen

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Thursday, May 24, 2012

Apocalypse Now (1979)

Movie: Apocalypse Now (1979)

"It is the height of the war in Vietnam, and U.S. Army Captain Willard is sent by Colonel Lucas and a General to carry out a mission that, officially, 'does not exist - nor will it ever exist'. The mission: To seek out a mysterious Green Beret Colonel, Walter Kurtz, whose army has crossed the border into Cambodia and is conducting hit-and-run missions against the Viet Cong and NVA. The army believes Kurtz has gone completely insane and Willard's job is to eliminate him! Willard, sent up the Nung River on a U.S. Navy patrol boat, discovers that his target is one

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Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977)

Movie: Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977)

"Part IV in George Lucas' epic, Star Wars: A New Hope opens with a Rebel ship being boarded by the tyrannical Darth Vader. The plot then follows the life of a simple farm boy, Luke Skywalker, as he and his newly met allies (Han Solo, Chewbacca, Obi-Wan Kenobi, C-3PO, R2-D2) attempt to rescue a Rebel leader, Princess Leia, from the clutches of the Empire. The conclusion is culminated as the Rebels, including Skywalker and flying ace Wedge Antilles make an attack on the Empire's most powerful and ominous weapon, the Death Star. Written by P.

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Wednesday, May 23, 2012

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975)

Movie: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975)

"McMurphy has a criminal past and has once again gotten himself into trouble with the law. To escape labor duties in prison, McMurphy pleads insanity and is sent to a ward for the mentally unstable. Once here, McMurphy both endures and stands witness to the abuse and degradation of the oppressive Nurse Ratched, who gains superiority and power through the flaws of the other inmates. McMurphy and the other inmates band together to make a rebellious stance against the atrocious Nurse. Written by Jacob Oberfrank"

Release Date: 21 November

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Monday, May 21, 2012

The Godfather: Part II (1974)

Movie: The Godfather: Part II (1974)

"The continuing saga of the Corleone crime family tells the story of a young Vito Corleone growing up in Sicily and in 1910s New York; and follows Michael Corleone in the 1950s as he attempts to expand the family business into Las Vegas, Hollywood and Cuba. Written by Keith Loh <loh@sfu.ca>"

Release Date: 20 December 1974
(USA)
Run Time: 200 min
Country: USA




Credited cast : Al Pacino,Robert Duvall,Diane Keaton,Robert De Niro,John Cazale,Talia Shire,Lee Strasberg,Michael V. Gazzo,G.D. Spradlin,Richard Bright,Gastone Moschin,Tom

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The Godfather (1972)

Movie: The Godfather (1972)

"The story begins as "Don" Vito Corleone, the head of a New York Mafia "family", oversees his daughter's wedding. His beloved son Michael has just come home from the war, but does not intend to become part of his father's business. Through Michael's life the nature of the family business becomes clear. The business of the family is just like the head of the family, kind and benevolent to those who give respect, but given to ruthless violence whenever anything stands against the good of the family. Don Vito lives his life in the way of the old country, but times

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Saturday, May 19, 2012

Battleship

Movie: Battleship

"Based on the classic Hasbro naval combat game, Battleship is the story of an international fleet of ships who come across an alien armada whilst on a Naval war games exercise. An intense battle ensues over sea, land and air. What do they aliens - known as 'The Regents' - want? Written by Anonymous"

Release Date: 18 May 2012
(USA)
Run Time: 131 min
Country: USA




Credited cast : Taylor Kitsch,Alexander Skarsgård,Rihanna,Brooklyn Decker,Tadanobu Asano,Hamish Linklater,Liam Neeson,Peter MacNicol,John Tui,Jesse Plemons,Gregory D. Gadson,Jerry Ferrara,Adam

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What to Expect When You're Expecting (2012)

Movie: What to Expect When You're Expecting (2012)

"Inspired by the perennial New York Times bestseller of the same name, WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU'RE EXPECTING is a hilarious and heartfelt big screen comedy about five couples whose intertwined lives are turned upside down by the challenges of impending parenthood. Over the moon about starting a family, TV fitness guru Jules and dance show star Evan find that their high-octane celebrity lives don't stand a chance against the surprise demands of pregnancy. Baby-crazy author and advocate Wendy gets a taste of her own militant mommy advice when

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Friday, May 18, 2012

The Dictator (2012)

Movie: The Dictator (2012)

"Haffaz Alladeen is the bizarre dictator of the oil-rich African nation of Waadeya. Alladeen is as egotistical and ruthless as dictators come, executing anyone who disagrees with him using his signature "head chop" signal. Alladeen is summoned by the UN to address their concerns about his nuclear program. Written by Pierre Desperaux"

Release Date: 16 May 2012
(USA)
Run Time: 83 min
Country: USA




Credited cast : Sacha Baron Cohen,Sayed Badreya,Michele Berg,Rocky Citron,Liam Campora,Aasif Mandvi,Rizwan Manji,Rick Chambers,Elsayed Mohamed,Adeel

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Hysteria (2011)

Movie: Hysteria (2011)

"In Victorian London, Dr. Mortimer Granville, a young doctor struggles to establish himself. He is hired by a doctor to investigate treatments for women diagnosed with female hysteria using 'pelvic massage'. The doctor's two daughters develop an interest in the young Dr. Granville, each tempting to woo him. Written by Anonymous"

Release Date: 18 May 2012
(USA)
Run Time: Germany: 100 min
Country: UK , France , Germany , Luxembourg




Credited cast : Hugh Dancy,Maggie Gyllenhaal,Jonathan Pryce,Felicity Jones,Rupert Everett,Ashley Jensen,Sheridan

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Elena (2011)

Movie: Elena (2011)

"Elena and Vladimir are an older couple, they come from different backgrounds. Vladimir is a wealthy and cold man, Elena comes from a modest milieu and is a docile wife. They have met late in life and each one has children from previous marriages. Elena's son is unemployed, unable to support his own family and he is constantly asking Elena for money. Vladimir's daughter is a careless young woman who has a distant relationship with her father. A heart attack puts Vladimir in hospital, where he realizes that his remaining time is limited. A brief but somehow tender

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The Avengers (2012)

Movie: The Avengers (2012)

"Nick Fury is director of S.H.I.E.L.D, an international peace keeping agency. The agency is a who's who of Marvel Super Heroes, with Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, Thor, Captain America, Hawkeye and Black Widow. When global security is threatened by Loki and his cohorts, Nick Fury and his team will need all their powers to save the world from disaster. Written by WellardRockard"

Release Date: 4 May 2012
(USA)
Run Time: 143 min
Country: USA




Credited cast : Robert Downey Jr.,Chris Evans,Mark Ruffalo,Chris Hemsworth,Scarlett Johansson,Jeremy

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Dark Shadows (2012)

Movie: Dark Shadows (2012)

"In the year 1752, Joshua and Naomi Collins, with young son Barnabas, set sail from Liverpool, England to start a new life in America. But even an ocean was not enough to escape the mysterious curse that has plagued their family. Two decades pass and Barnabas (Johnny Depp) has the world at his feet-or at least the town of Collinsport, Maine. The master of Collinwood Manor, Barnabas is rich, powerful and an inveterate playboy...until he makes the grave mistake of breaking the heart of Angelique Bouchard (Eva Green). A witch, in every sense of the word, Angelique

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Think Like a Man (2012)

Movie: Think Like a Man (2012)

"Four women have given up on getting their men to do what they want until they find a how to book written by Steve Harvey. They start using his advice about relationships, and their men start falling in line, until the men discover what the women have been doing, then the war is on. Written by Douglas Young (the-movie-guy)"

Release Date: 20 April 2012
(USA)
Run Time: USA: 122 min
Country: USA




Credited cast : Michael Ealy,Jerry Ferrara,Meagan Good,Regina Hall,Kevin Hart,Taraji P. Henson,Terrence Jenkins,Jenifer Lewis,Romany Malco,Gary

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Thursday, May 17, 2012

The Hunger Games (2012)

Movie: The Hunger Games (2012)

"In a dystopian future, the totalitarian nation of Panem is divided between 12 districts and the Capitol. Each year two young representatives from each district are selected by lottery to participate in The Hunger Games. Part entertainment, part brutal retribution for a past rebellion, the televised games are broadcast throughout Panem. The 24 participants are forced to eliminate their competitors while the citizens of Panem are required to watch. When 16-year-old Katniss's young sister, Prim, is selected as District 12's female representative, Katniss

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The Lucky One (2012)

Movie: The Lucky One (2012)

"Logan is a marine serving in Iraq. While there, he finds a photo of a girl with "keep safe" written on the back. He is admiring it when his unit is attacked. He survives and credits the photo for saving him. He tries to find the owner but can't, assuming he was killed. When he goes back to the States, he finds it difficult to adjust and is still haunted by what happened. Analyzing the photo, he finds in the background a landmark that tells him she is in Louisiana. He then goes there and finds her. He learns her name is Beth. He tries to tell her what happened

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The Pirates! Band of Misfits (2012)

Movie: The Pirates! Band of Misfits (2012)

"After years of humiliation and failed attempts to win the coveted Pirate of the Year Award, Pirate Captain and his oddball crew take on the cream of the pirating crop - Black Bellamy, Peg Leg Hastings and Cutlass Liz - in a race to pillage the most booty. They soon cross paths with lovelorn scientist Charles Darwin, who persuades the Captain that the crew's prized 'parrot', Polly, could be the answer to the 'untold riches' they are searching for. Their adventure takes them to Victorian London where they meet Darwin's sidekick 'man-panzee' Mister

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The Five-Year Engagement (2012)

Movie: The Five-Year Engagement (2012)

"Exactly one year after Tom Solomon meets Violet Barnes, he surprises her with a ring. By all accounts, Tom and Violet are destined for their happily ever after. However, this engaged couple just keep getting tripped up on the long walk down the aisle. Written by Anonymous"

Release Date: 27 April 2012
(USA)
Run Time: 124 min
Country: USA




Credited cast : Jason Segel,Emily Blunt,Chris Pratt,Alison Brie,Lauren Weedman,Mimi Kennedy,David Paymer,Jacki Weaver,Jim Piddock,Eric Scott Cooper,Dakota Johnson,Jane Carr,Clement von

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The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2011)

Movie: The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2011)

"A group of British retirees decide to "outsource" their retirement to less expensive and seemingly exotic India. Enticed by advertisements for the newly restored Marigold Hotel, they arrive to find the palace a shell of its former self. Written by Fox Searchlight"

Release Date: 24 February 2012
(Ireland)
Run Time: 124 min
Country: UK




Credited cast : Judi Dench,Tom Wilkinson,Patrick Pearson,Hugh Dickson,Bill Nighy,James Rawlings,Paul Bhattacharjee,Penelope Wilton,Maggie Smith,Liza Tarbuck,Lucy Robinson,Ronald Pickup,Celia

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Chimpanzee (2012)

Movie: Chimpanzee (2012)

"Oscar, a baby chimpanzee is enjoying his life with his mother in the jungles along the Ivory Coast. Without warning, young Oscar is tragically orphaned during an attack from a rival group of chimpanzees. Afterwards, he attempts to survive on his own, and to be accepted by the other chimps. But Oscar struggles, until he is surprising adopted by the Alpha Male of his group. Written by Anonymous"

Release Date: 20 April 2012
(USA)
Country: Tanzania , USA




Credited cast : Tim

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