“Donnie Brasco” (1997)
“Donnie Brasco” offers a fresh yet familiar take on life in the Mafia, anchored by one of Al Pacino’s finest performances.
“Spider-Man 2” (2004)
“Spider-Man 2” improves upon the first Spider-Man film in every possible way. It’s one of the greatest superhero movies ever made.
“Austenland” (2013)
“Austenland” is only a few steps above a Hallmark made-for-TV movie, but it is still a semi-enjoyable way to spend 90 minutes.
“The Age of Innocence” (1993)
With impeccable acting and gorgeously ornate details, “The Age of Innocence” is Martin Scorsese’s most beautiful film.
“Ace in the Hole” (1951)
Billy Wilder’s “Ace in the Hole” is a scathing takedown of corrupt journalism and self-serving humanity; a masterful film that is just as relevant today as when it was released in 1951.
“West Side Story” (1961)
Even if the storyline and social commentary seem dated, “West Side Story” possesses so much artistic style that it remains a musical classic.
“Chicago” (2002)
A dazzling song-and-dance spectacle, “Chicago” features great performances and grand visuals, although its Best Picture win is somewhat undeserved.
“The Phantom of the Opera” (1925)
Lon Chaney’s iconic titular performance in the 1925 silent horror film, “The Phantom of the Opera,” is one of the cinema’s scariest sights.
“The Phantom of the Opera” (2004)
The 2004 movie adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Weber’s “The Phantom of the Opera” musical is visually stunning, but the story becomes tiresome and repetitive thanks to its bloated runtime.
“Face/Off” (1997)
Featuring Nicolas Cage and John Travolta playing each other, the action-packed “Face/Off” is exactly as ridiculous and entertaining as it sounds.
“Demon Pond” (1979)
The 1979 Japanese film “Demon Pond” is a strange and surreal experience that is both beautiful and grotesque, mysterious and wacky.
“Weapons” (2025)
Featuring one of the best intro sequences in recent horror movie memory, Zach Cregger’s “Weapons” is a decently entertaining spook flick.