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125 - Dr. Strangelove

3/31/2023

 
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​Dr. Strangelove, or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb, is a 1964 political satire film directed by Stanley Kubrick. The film is a dark comedy that explores the political tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War, and the potential for nuclear war. Dr. Strangelove is widely regarded as one of Kubrick's greatest films, and a masterpiece of the satire genre.

124 - Lolita

3/23/2023

 
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​"Lolita" is a controversial and thought-provoking film directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on the novel of the same name by Vladimir Nabokov. Released in 1962, the film tells the story of a middle-aged literature professor named Humbert Humbert (played by James Mason) who becomes infatuated with a teenage girl named Dolores Haze, also known as Lolita (played by Sue Lyon).

123 - Spartacus

3/16/2023

 
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​Released in 1960, Spartacus is a historical epic film directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on the novel by Howard Fast. The movie tells the story of a slave who leads a revolt against the Roman Empire in 73 BCE. Spartacus is a landmark film for many reasons. It is a significant film in the history of cinema, featuring a powerful story, incredible performances, and stunning visuals. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at Spartacus, exploring its themes, characters, and legacy.

122 - Tron: Legacy

3/2/2023

 
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Released in 2010, Tron: Legacy is the sequel to the 1982 film Tron. The movie follows the story of Sam Flynn, the son of Kevin Flynn, the protagonist of the first Tron movie. The movie is set in the Grid, a digital world created by Kevin Flynn. The Grid is a visually stunning and immersive world, with bright neon lights and vibrant colors, which makes it an ideal setting for the movie's action-packed sequences.

121 - Tron

2/24/2023

 
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In 1982, the world was introduced to a groundbreaking science-fiction film called Tron. Directed by Steven Lisberger and produced by Walt Disney Productions, Tron was unlike anything audiences had seen before. It was a movie that used innovative techniques and cutting-edge special effects to create a stunning world inside a computer. Tron was a pioneer in the realm of computer graphics and has had a lasting impact on the world of science fiction.

120 - Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country

2/16/2023

 
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Released in 1991, Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country marked the end of the original Star Trek series' run of films. Directed by Nicholas Meyer, who also directed Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, this film is widely considered to be one of the best Star Trek films ever made.

119 - Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan

2/9/2023

 
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Nicholas Meyer's 1982 classic #StarTrek II: The Wrath of Khan is considered one of the best films in the beloved franchise. Even though it is nearly 40 years old, the film still holds up remarkably well. ​Not only is it an entertaining movie, but it also serves as a reminder of the original spirit of the franchise.

118 - Groundhog Day

2/2/2023

 
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​Groundhog Day is a 1993 American comedy-drama fantasy film directed by Harold Ramis. The film stars Bill Murray as Phil Connors, a cynical television weatherman stuck in a time loop, reliving the same day repeatedly. Throughout the movie, Phil learns important life lessons and ultimately transforms into a better person as he struggles to escape the time loop. Groundhog Day is considered a classic and praised for its humor, heart, and philosophical themes. It has since become a cultural phenomenon and is often cited as one of the greatest comedies of all time.

117 - Mad Max: Fury Road

1/26/2023

 
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Decades after Thunderdome, Tom Hardy slipped into the role of Max Rockatansky, with Charlize Theron joining him as the original character Furiosa. A box office success and critical darling, we ask in retrospect: Is Fury Road worth following, or a victim of its own hype?

116 - Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome

1/20/2023

 
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​Once again starring Mel Gibson and this time featuring Tina Turner - as well as a chart-topping, Golden Globe-and Grammy-nominated hit song - Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome stood as the final chapter in Max Rockatansky’s saga for decades. A modest success, is the film deserving of its cult status?
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    The show started with revisiting all of David Fincher's directorial works but we just had to keep going. Listen week by week, film by flim, as we review every movie from our favorite directors.​

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