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Pulp Fiction

Pure Comedy1994

A burger-loving hit man, his philosophical partner, a drug-addled gangster's moll and a washed-up boxer converge in this sprawling, comedic crime caper. Their adventures unfurl in three stories that ingeniously trip back and forth in time.

Django Unchained

Must Watch2012

With the help of a German bounty hunter, a freed slave sets out to rescue his wife from a brutal Mississippi plantation owner.

Inglourious Basterds

Must Watch2009

In Nazi-occupied France during World War II, a group of Jewish-American soldiers known as "The Basterds" are chosen specifically to spread fear throughout the Third Reich by scalping and brutally killing Nazis. The Basterds, lead by Lt. Aldo Raine soon cross paths with a French-Jewish teenage girl who runs a movie theater in Paris which is targeted by the soldiers.

Kill Bill: Vol. 1

High Octane2003

An assassin is shot by her ruthless employer, Bill, and other members of their assassination circle – but she lives to plot her vengeance.

Baby Driver

High Octane2017

After being coerced into working for a crime boss, a young getaway driver finds himself taking part in a heist doomed to fail.

Reservoir Dogs

Must Watch1992

A botched robbery indicates a police informant, and the pressure mounts in the aftermath at a warehouse. Crime begets violence as the survivors -- veteran Mr. White, newcomer Mr. Orange, psychopathic parolee Mr. Blonde, bickering weasel Mr. Pink and Nice Guy Eddie -- unravel.

The Hateful Eight

Must Watch2015

Bounty hunters seek shelter from a raging blizzard and get caught up in a plot of betrayal and deception.

Kill Bill: Vol. 2

High Octane2004

The Bride unwaveringly continues on her roaring rampage of revenge against the band of assassins who had tried to kill her and her unborn child. She visits each of her former associates one-by-one, checking off the victims on her Death List Five until there's nothing left to do … but kill Bill.

Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood

Pure Comedy2019

Los Angeles, 1969. TV star Rick Dalton, a struggling actor specializing in westerns, and stuntman Cliff Booth, his best friend, try to survive in a constantly changing movie industry. Dalton is the neighbor of the young and promising actress and model Sharon Tate, who has just married the prestigious Polish director Roman Polanski…

Sin City

Must Watch2005

Welcome to Sin City. This town beckons to the tough, the corrupt, the brokenhearted. Some call it dark… Hard-boiled. Then there are those who call it home — Crooked cops, sexy dames, desperate vigilantes. Some are seeking revenge, others lust after redemption, and then there are those hoping for a little of both. A universe of unlikely and reluctant heroes still trying to do the right thing in a city that refuses to care.

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World

Pure Comedy2010

As bass guitarist for a garage-rock band, Scott Pilgrim has never had trouble getting a girlfriend; usually, the problem is getting rid of them. But when Ramona Flowers skates into his heart, he finds she has the most troublesome baggage of all: an army of ex-boyfriends who will stop at nothing to eliminate him from her list of suitors.

Jackie Brown

Must Watch1997

Jackie Brown is a flight attendant who gets caught in the middle of smuggling cash into the country for her gunrunner boss. When the cops try to use Jackie to get to her boss, she hatches a plan — with help from a bail bondsman — to keep the money for herself.

From Dusk Till Dawn

Dark & Gritty1996

After kidnapping a father and his two kids, the Gecko brothers head south to a seedy Mexican bar to hide out in safety, unaware of its notorious clientele.

Death Proof

High Octane2007

Austin's hottest DJ, Jungle Julia, sets out into the night to unwind with her two friends Shanna and Arlene. Covertly tracking their moves is Stuntman Mike, a scarred rebel leering from behind the wheel of his muscle car, revving just feet away.

Hostel

Dark & Gritty2006

Three backpackers head to a Slovakian city that promises to meet their hedonistic expectations, with no idea of the hell that awaits them.

Planet Terror

Dark & Gritty2007

Two doctors find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounded is Cherry Darling, a dancer whose leg was ripped from her body. As the invalids quickly become enraged aggressors, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend El Wray lead a team of accidental warriors into the night.

Natural Born Killers

Must Watch1994

Two victims of traumatized childhoods become lovers and serial murderers irresponsibly glorified by the mass media.

Desperado

High Octane1995

El Mariachi plunges headfirst into the dark border underworld when he follows a trail of blood to the last of the infamous Mexican drug lords, Bucho, for an action-packed, bullet-riddled showdown. With the help of his friend and a beautiful bookstore owner, El Mariachi tracks Bucho, takes on his army of desperados, and leaves his own trail of blood.

True Romance

High Octane1993

Clarence marries hooker Alabama, steals cocaine from her pimp, and tries to sell it in Hollywood, while the owners of the coke try to reclaim it.

Four Rooms

Pure Comedy1995

It's Ted the Bellhop's first night on the job...and the hotel's very unusual guests are about to place him in some outrageous predicaments. It seems that this evening's room service is serving up one unbelievable happening after another.

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Hero
7.5

Hero

High Octane2002

During China's Warring States period, a district prefect arrives at the palace of Qin Shi Huang, claiming to have killed the three assassins who had made an attempt on the king's life three years ago.

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Hostel: Part II
5.9

Hostel: Part II

Dark & Gritty2007

Three American college students studying abroad are lured to a Slovakian hostel, and discover the grim reality behind it.

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Little Nicky
5.8

Little Nicky

Pure Comedy2000

After the lord of darkness decides he will not cede his throne to any of his three sons, the two most powerful of them escape to Earth to create a kingdom for themselves. This action closes the portal filtering sinful souls to Hell and causes Satan to wither away. He must send his most weak but beloved son, Little Nicky, to Earth to return his brothers to Hell.

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Thanksgiving
6.5

Thanksgiving

Dark & Gritty2023

After a Black Friday riot ends in tragedy, a mysterious Thanksgiving-inspired killer terrorizes Plymouth, Massachusetts - the birthplace of the holiday. Picking off residents one by one, what begins as random revenge killings are soon revealed to be part of a larger, sinister holiday plan.

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Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair
8.1

Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair

High Octane2011

A former assassin, known simply as The Bride, wakes from a coma four years after her jealous ex-lover Bill attempts to murder her on her wedding day. Fueled by an insatiable desire for revenge, she vows to get even with every person who contributed to the loss of her unborn child, her entire wedding party, and four years of her life. After devising a hit list, The Bride sets off on her quest, enduring unspeakable injury and unscrupulous enemies.

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The Man with the Iron Fists
5.5

The Man with the Iron Fists

High Octane2012

In feudal China, a blacksmith who makes weapons for a small village is put in the position where he must defend himself and his fellow villagers.

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The Protector
7.1

The Protector

High Octane2005

A young fighter named Kham must go to Australia to retrieve his stolen elephant. With the help of a Thai-born Australian detective, Kham must take on all comers, including a gang led by an evil woman and her two deadly bodyguards.

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Diary of the Dead
5.6

Diary of the Dead

Dark & Gritty2007

A group of young filmmakers encounter real zombies while filming a horror movie of their own.

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She's Funny That Way
5.9

She's Funny That Way

Pure Comedy2015

On the set of a playwright's new project, a love triangle forms between his wife, her ex-lover, and the call girl-turned-actress cast in the production.

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From Dusk Till Dawn 2: Texas Blood Money
4.6

From Dusk Till Dawn 2: Texas Blood Money

Dark & Gritty1999

A bank-robbing gang of misfits heads to Mexico with the blueprints for the perfect million-dollar heist, but when one of the crooks wanders into the wrong bar, the thieving cohorts develop a thirst for blood.

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From Dusk Till Dawn 3: The Hangman's Daughter
4.9

From Dusk Till Dawn 3: The Hangman's Daughter

Dark & Gritty2000

Set one hundred years ago, outlaw Johnny Madrid, after narrowly escaping death, goes on the run with the hangman's sensuous daughter Esmeralda by his side.

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Ennio
8.3

Ennio

Must Watch2022

A portrait of Ennio Morricone, the most popular and prolific film composer of the 20th century, the one most loved by the international public, a two-time Oscar winner and the author of over five hundred unforgettable scores.

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Killing Zoe
6.2

Killing Zoe

High Octane1993

Zed is an American vault-cracker who travels to Paris to meet up with his old friend Eric. Eric and his gang have planned to raid the only bank in the city which is open on Bastille day. After offering his services, Zed soon finds himself trapped in a situation beyond his control when heroin abuse, poor planning and a call-girl named Zoe all conspire to turn the robbery into a very bloody siege.

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Sukiyaki Western Django
6.2

Sukiyaki Western Django

Pure Comedy2007

A nameless gunfighter arrives in a town ripped apart by rival gangs and, though courted by both to join, chooses his own path.

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POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold
6.4

POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold

Pure Comedy2011

A documentary about branding, advertising and product placement that is financed and made possible by brands, advertising and product placement.

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Hell Ride
5.2

Hell Ride

High Octane2008

Two rival bikers gangs, the Victors and the Six-Six-Six's, refuel their decades-old rivalry.

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Sly
7.2

Sly

Must Watch2023

His love of film began as an escape from a rocky childhood. From underdog to Hollywood legend, Sylvester Stallone tells his story in this documentary.

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Reservoir Dogs
7.5

Reservoir Dogs

Must Watch1991

Short film made with the help of the Sundance Film Institute and serving as a proof-of-concept for the subsequent feature film.

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QT8: The First Eight
7.2

QT8: The First Eight

Must Watch2019

A detailed account of the life and artistic career of legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino, from his early days as a video club manager to the scandalous fall in disgrace of producer Harvey Weinstein. A story about how to shoot eight great movies and become an icon of modern pop culture.

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Halftime
6.9

Halftime

Must Watch2022

Global superstar Jennifer Lopez reflects on her multifaceted career and the pressure of life in the spotlight in this intimate documentary.

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The Muppets' Wizard of Oz
5.2

The Muppets' Wizard of Oz

Family Friendly2005

A young woman named Dorothy Gale dreams of becoming a singer but is unable to pursue her dreams. After being swept up by a tornado with her pet prawn Toto, Dorothy embarks on a journey to meet the Wizard of Oz, the person who both Dorothy and the citizens of Oz believe can help make her dream come true.

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Curdled
5.8

Curdled

Pure Comedy1996

A death-obsessed cleaning woman uncovers a clue identifying a Florida bartender for a series of socialite murders.

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Girl 6
5.0

Girl 6

Pure Comedy1996

A struggling actress in New York City takes a job as a phone sex operator.

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The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing
7.0

The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing

Must Watch2004

Documentary about the art of film editing. Clips are shown from many groundbreaking films with innovative editing styles.

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Sleep with Me
5.7

Sleep with Me

Pure Comedy1994

Six different writers wrote a scene each of this romantic comedy featuring the marriage and turbulent relationship of Joseph and Sarah, with Joseph's best friend Frank trying hard to cope with letting the love of his life marry his best friend.

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Not Quite Hollywood
6.8

Not Quite Hollywood

Pure Comedy2008

As Australian cinema broke through to international audiences in the 1970s through respected art house films like Peter Weir's "Picnic At Hanging Rock," a new underground of low-budget exploitation filmmakers were turning out considerably less highbrow fare. Documentary filmmaker Mark Hartley explores this unbridled era of sex and violence, complete with clips from some of the scene's most outrageous flicks and interviews with the renegade filmmakers themselves.

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Corman's World
7.1

Corman's World

Must Watch2011

A chronicle of the long career of American filmmaker Roger Corman, the most tenacious and ingenious low-budget producer and director in the US film industry, a pioneer of independent filmmaking and discoverer of new talent.

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The Great Buster: A Celebration
7.2

The Great Buster: A Celebration

Pure Comedy2018

A celebration of the life and career of one of America's most influential and celebrated filmmakers and comedians—Buster Keaton—whose singular style and fertile output during the silent era created his legacy as a true cinematic visionary.

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Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America
7.3

Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America

Must Watch2022

To mark the recent thirtieth anniversary of Sergio Leone’s death, this documentary sets out to pay tribute to one of the great legends of world cinema. The singular artistic vision of Sergio Leone has transcended national borders, creating the Spaghetti Western genre and transforming the international cinematic panorama forever with his innovative stylistic and narrative solutions, which have now become part of the language of the movies. The film, which is enriched with precious archive footage from the Cineteca di Bologna, including rare audio recordings and film clips shot behind the scenes, sees for the first time the direct participation of the Leone family and has interviews both with Leone’s longtime collaborators and with icons of Hollywood who have been profoundly influenced by his work.

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Full Tilt Boogie
6.4

Full Tilt Boogie

Must Watch1998

A documentary about the production of From Dusk Till Dawn (1996) and the people who made it.

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Django & Django: Sergio Corbucci Unchained
7.0

Django & Django: Sergio Corbucci Unchained

Must Watch2021

A tribute to Italian filmmaker Sergio Corbucci (1926-90), presented by American filmmaker Quentin Tarantino.

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Past Midnight
5.1

Past Midnight

Must Watch1992

A man gets out of prison after 15 years for stabbing his wife to death, and his social worker becomes convinced he was innocent. As she researches his case, and interviews other people who were involved, she begins to fall in love with him, as her friends warn her that he's dangerous.

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Destiny Turns on the Radio
5.0

Destiny Turns on the Radio

Pure Comedy1995

Johnny Destiny burns into Las Vegas in his hot Plymouth RoadRunner, stopping only to pick up a stranger stranded in the desert. But then, things aren't always as they seem. Anything can happen in that town of many possibilities...especially since there's been some weird electrical disturbances. As the stranger, fresh out of prison, tries to put his life back together--to recover his money from an old bank heist and the girl he lost in doing the job--something keeps interfering with his plans. Is it fate...or just Destiny?

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Kaante
5.4

Kaante

High Octane2002

Six men meet in a lock-up, where they've been wrongfully detained. Seeking revenge, they make the perfect plan to rob the very bank where police department's salaries are deposited

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My Name Is Modesty: A Modesty Blaise Adventure
4.3

My Name Is Modesty: A Modesty Blaise Adventure

High Octane2004

Modesty, raised by a casino owner after being abandoned by her parents, has become skilled in the ways of fighting and now acts as the casino owner's bodyguard. When she's unable to prevent the owner's murder at the hands of an old foe, Modesty is hell-bent on seeking revenge. --- An adaptation of the Modesty Blaise novels and comic strip by Peter O'Donnell.

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Friedkin Uncut
7.1

Friedkin Uncut

Must Watch2018

An introspective insight into the life and artistic journey of William Friedkin, an extraordinary and offbeat director of cult films such as The French Connection, The Exorcist, Sorcerer, Cruising, To Live and Die in L.A. and Killer Joe. For the first time Friedkin opens up, guiding the audience on a fascinating journey through the themes and the stories that have influenced his life and his artistic career.

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The Lost Chapter: Yuki's Revenge
6.1

The Lost Chapter: Yuki's Revenge

High Octane2025

Visionary director Quentin Tarantino had a dream of a Kill Bill chapter that never made it to the silver screen, a chapter known as "Yuki's Revenge." Over twenty years later, Tarantino and Epic have come together to bring the story to life in Fortnite.

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Daltry Calhoun
5.0

Daltry Calhoun

Pure Comedy2005

In small town Tennessee, a ne'er-do-well man wrestling for control over his fading golf club is reunited with his estranged daughter, a 14-year-old musical prodigy.

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Jackie Chan: My Story
6.3

Jackie Chan: My Story

Must Watch1998

Jackie Chan is one of the world's biggest action stars, famed for his wacky sense of humor, remarkable martial arts techniques, and willingness to perform incredible stunts without the use of doubles -- or a net. This video takes a personal look at Chan as he works on screen projects in Hollywood and Beijing and candidly discusses his life and work.

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Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession
7.1

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession

Must Watch2004

A documentary on the Z Channel, one of the first pay cable stations in the US, and its programming chief, Jerry Harvey. Debuting in 1974, the LA-based channel's eclectic slate of movies became a prime example of the untapped power of cable television.

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Stolz der Nation
6.8

Stolz der Nation

High Octane2009

Director Quentin Tarantino tasked Eli Roth to craft a mini-movie called Stolz der Nation (Nation's Pride) that will be included in the theatrical cut of Inglourious Basterds. To help promote Inglourious Basterds via the film-within-a-film, Roth has slapped together a trailer for Nation's Pride blending black and white photography with modern multi-layered camera effects.

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21 Years: Richard Linklater
6.3

21 Years: Richard Linklater

Must Watch2014

A journey through the professional life of innovative film director Richard Linklater: 21 years creating films, carving his signature in pop culture; an analysis of his style and motivations, through the funny and moving testimonies of close friends and collaborators, actors and other filmmakers.

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Double Dare
6.5

Double Dare

Must Watch2004

With being thrown off buildings an occupational hazard, professional stuntwomen Jeannie Epper and Zoë Bell (the alter egos of Wonder Woman and Xena, respectively) would seem well-equipped for any challenges Hollywood might dish out. But finding roles -- and respect -- in a male-dominated field can prove more harrowing than dodging punches.

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The Making of 'Kill Bill Vol. 1'
8.1

The Making of 'Kill Bill Vol. 1'

Must Watch2003

The documentary of Kill Bill Vol. 1, and how it was made. This is a documentary found on the DVD of Kill Bill Vol. 1. It consists of interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and clips of the movie.

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BaadAsssss Cinema
6.0

BaadAsssss Cinema

High Octane2002

With archive film clips and interviews, this brief look at a frequently overlooked historical period of filmmaking acts as an introduction rather than a complete record. It features interviews with some of the genre's biggest stars, like Fred Williamson, Pam Grier, and Richard Roundtree. Director Melvin Van Peebles discusses the historical importance of his landmark film Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song. For a contemporary perspective, the excitable Quentin Tarantino offers his spirited commentary and author/critic bell hooks provides some scholarly social analysis.

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Back to the Well: 'Clerks II'
6.9

Back to the Well: 'Clerks II'

Pure Comedy2006

Feature-length documentary about the making of Clerks II.

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Nightmare Factory
7.2

Nightmare Factory

Must Watch2011

The story of how one Pittsburgh boy’s fascination with monsters drove him to the very top of the Hollywood food chain. In 1989, Greg Nicotero, much to his parents’ chagrin, quit medical school and headed for Hollywood to pursue a dream of making monsters. Together with gore masters Howard Berger and Robert Kurtzman, Nicotero went on to create KNB EFX Group, one of the most prolific makeup effects studios in the world. After twenty years as the “go to guy” for the world’s most successful horror/sci-fi films, Greg Nicotero is the first one directors like Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez call.

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Quentin Tarantino: 20 Years of Filmmaking
6.7

Quentin Tarantino: 20 Years of Filmmaking

Must Watch2013

Take a look at Tarantino's career from the beginning, with interviews from co-workers, critics, stars and master filmmakers alike as well as a tribute to his greatest collaborator, Sally Menke. Produced for the 'Tarantino XX' Blu-ray collection

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Malaria
7.5

Malaria

High Octane2013

A young mercenary is hired to kill Death.

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Why Are We Creative?
7.6

Why Are We Creative?

Must Watch2018

A 30 years odyssey: the world's most intriguing artists and thinkers from the fields of visual art, music, filmmaking, acting, literature, philosophy, politics, business and science, are asked the same question: "Why are you creative?"

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Jackie Brown: How It Went Down
7.7

Jackie Brown: How It Went Down

Must Watch2002

A making-of documentary for the 1997 film "Jackie Brown."

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All the Love You Cannes!
6.5

All the Love You Cannes!

Must Watch2002

Known for what must be the cheapest and cheesiest of the indie film world, Troma films takes on Cannes with gallons of fake blood, the Tronettes, and numerous hijinks by an uncontrollable group of volunteer Troma fans, costumed, naked, and did I mention covered with blood? While any publicity is good publicity, the low budget Troma films must wonder what this will do to their reputation. And I think they're thinking, woohoo!

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Somebody to Love
5.2

Somebody to Love

Pure Comedy1994

Mercedes is a taxi dancer who wants to be an actress. She's involved with the married Harry, who considers himself a respected actor. Ernesto is in love with Mercedes, but he doesn't dance or have money.

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What She Said: The Art of Pauline Kael
6.7

What She Said: The Art of Pauline Kael

Must Watch2019

Pauline Kael (1919–2001) was undoubtedly one of the greatest names in film criticism. A Californian native, she wrote her first review in 1953 and joined ‘The New Yorker’ in 1968. Praised for her highly opinionated and feisty writing style and criticised for her subjective and sometimes ruthless reviews, Kael’s writing was refreshingly and intensely rooted in her experience of watching a film as a member of the audience. Loved and hated in equal measure – loved by other critics for whom she was immensely influential, and hated by filmmakers whose films she trashed - Kael destroyed films that have since become classics such as The Sound of Music and raved about others such as Bonnie and Clyde. She was also aware of the perennial difficulties for women working in the movies and in film criticism, and fiercely fought sexism, both in her reviews and in her media appearances.

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12-12-12 | The Concert for Sandy Relief
6.8

12-12-12 | The Concert for Sandy Relief

Must Watch2012

“12-12-12” was a fundraising concert to aid the victims of Hurricane Sandy, it took place on December 12, 2012 at Madison Square Garden. The concert featured Bon Jovi, Eric Clapton, Dave Grohl, Billy Joel, Alicia Keys, Chris Martin (featuring Michael Stipe), The Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band, Eddie Vedder, Roger Waters, Kanye West, The Who, Paul McCartney (featuring Nirvana) as well as other artists.

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The Making of 'Kill Bill Vol. 2'
8.8

The Making of 'Kill Bill Vol. 2'

Must Watch2004

The documentary of Kill Bill Vol.2, and how it was made. This is a documentary found on the DVD of Kill Bill Vol. 2. It consists of interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and clips of the movie.

77
Michael Cimino, God Bless America
7.4

Michael Cimino, God Bless America

Must Watch2022

A road-movie narrated by Michael Cimino (recorded by the documentary's director during their journey together across the United States), and with the exceptional participation of Quentin Tarantino and Oliver Stone. From Thunderbolt and Lightfoot to Year of the Dragon, not to mention The Deer Hunter and Heaven's Gate, discover a unique portrait of an uncompromising director.

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One Day Since Yesterday: Peter Bogdanovich & the Lost American Film
6.7

One Day Since Yesterday: Peter Bogdanovich & the Lost American Film

Must Watch2014

The grim woes that surrounded famed director Peter Bogdanovich and his film, "They All Laughed."

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Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis
5.6

Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis

Must Watch2011

It will surprise few to discover that star of stage and screen Jerry Lewis has sought to amuse others since he was five years old. Since that early age, audiences split their sides watching his wacky antics, whilst wannabe comics aspired to his prolific career, from his solo work to his double act with Dean Martin. Indeed, many of his famous fans share stories of affection and admiration for the now 86-year-old performer and filmmaker in Gregg Barson’s documentary. Steven Spielberg, Quentin Tarantino, Eddie Murphy and Jerry Seinfeld are among those waxing lyrical about Lewis’ particular brand of genius, and his place in the annals of history. Including a cavalcade of hilarious clips from eight decades in the spotlight, Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis examines the icon and his influence, and is essential viewing for aficionados of the man and his legacy.

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Once Upon a Time: Sergio Leone
6.1

Once Upon a Time: Sergio Leone

Must Watch2000

A short documentary based on Sergio Leone's life and career, and the making of the film "Once Upon a Time in America."

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The Typewriter, the Rifle & the Movie Camera
7.2

The Typewriter, the Rifle & the Movie Camera

Must Watch1996

In a documentary about Samuel Fuller, the spectator gets different impressions about the Hollywood director and his films. The film is divided into the three sections: The Typewriter, the Rifle and the Movie Camera. The first segment covers Fuller's past as a newsman where he began as a copy boy and ended as a reporter. Part two describes Fuller's experiences in World War II, in which he participated as a soldier. The last section focuses on Fuller as director. Tim Robbins interviews Samuel Fuller revealing the director's own memories and impressions. Beside the interview, Jim Jarmusch, Martin Scorsese and Quentin Tarantino accompany the documentary with their comments.

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Eddie Presley
4.0

Eddie Presley

Pure Comedy1993

Eddie Presley is a down on his luck ex-Elvis impersonator. With his days of fromer glory performing in small to medium-sized clubs behind him, he's stuck in a dead-end security job, making barely enough to live out of his van. But Eddie's luck is about to change when he's offered a comeback gig at a seedy Hollywood nightclub... until he has a breakdown on stage and gives the audience a powerful, improvised performance they'll not soon forget.

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God Said, 'Ha!'
6.0

God Said, 'Ha!'

Pure Comedy1998

Julia Sweeney tells the viewers the monologue about the hard time in her life when her brother fought with cancer and she was also diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.

84
Hostel Dissected
8.1

Hostel Dissected

Must Watch2006

The making of Eli Roth's "Hostel."

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Budd Boetticher: A Man Can Do That
7.0

Budd Boetticher: A Man Can Do That

Must Watch2005

Documentary about filmmaker Budd Boetticher.

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Freedom's Fury
6.7

Freedom's Fury

Must Watch2006

A documentary on the 1956 Olympic semifinal water polo match between Hungary and Russia. Held in Australia, the match occurred as Russian forces were in Budapest, stomping out a popular revolt.

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Celluloid Horror
7.4

Celluloid Horror

Must Watch2004

Celluloid Horror explores Kier-La Janisse's tireless crusade to bring obscure cult horror film to the masses through her independently run international film festival.

88
When We Went MAD!
4.8

When We Went MAD!

Must Watch2025

A historical documentary and tribute to the legacy and influence of MAD Magazine, featuring interviews with MAD celebrity readers, along with MAD artists, writers, and editors—affectionately known as "The Usual Gang of Idiots".

89
Thriller—A Cruel Documentary
5.8

Thriller—A Cruel Documentary

Must Watch2022

A newly-produced 43-minute making-of documentary of the film Thriller: A Cruel Picture, a 1973 Swedish rape-and-revenge exploitation film written and directed by Bo Arne Vibenius under the pseudonym Alex Fridolinski, and starring Christina Lindberg and Heinz Hopf. It features narration by Vibenius and on camera interviews with star Christina Lindberg, stuntmen Bo Sunnefeldt and Lasse Lundgren, and actor Gunnar Palm.

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John Travolta, le miraculé d'Hollywood
7.3

John Travolta, le miraculé d'Hollywood

Must Watch2017

The gripping story of legendary American actor John Travolta: his rise to stardom in the 1970s; his agonizing fall in disgrace in the 1980s; and his stunning artistic rebirth in the 1990s.

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The Legend of the Palme d'Or
6.0

The Legend of the Palme d'Or

Must Watch2015

From Martin Scorsese to Jane Campion, from Emir Kusturica to Quentin Tarantino, some of the greatest recipients of this trophy recall special moments relating to the award ceremony which closes the Cannes Film Festival. This film brings to light moving and personal stories, as surprising as they are varied, which all contribute to further enhancing the legend of the Palme d’Or.

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Reservoir Dogs Revisited
7.8

Reservoir Dogs Revisited

Must Watch2005

Filmmakers, actors, critics, and pop culture pundits pay tribute to Quentin Tarantino’s 1992 classic.

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A Christmas Eve Conversation With Quentin Tarantino & Paul Thomas Anderson
7.0

A Christmas Eve Conversation With Quentin Tarantino & Paul Thomas Anderson

Must Watch2015

Two great filmmakers discuss the evolution of film, 70mm and Tarantino's "The Hateful Eight".

94
Fantastic Flesh: The Art of Make-Up EFX
6.6

Fantastic Flesh: The Art of Make-Up EFX

Must Watch2008

This documentary delves into the art of make-up effects with industry legends Dick Smith, Rob Bottin, Tom Savini, John Landis, Frank Darabont, Joe Dante and many others with a strong focus on Greg Nicotero and Howard Berger of KNB Make-Up EFX. Written by Kevin VanHook

95
American Badass: A Michael Madsen Retrospective
5.5

American Badass: A Michael Madsen Retrospective

Must Watch2022

An intimate, soul-baring new documentary covering the life and 40+ year career of actor and poet Michael Madsen, from troubled youth to film star, told through interviews with colleagues, friends, family members and the American Badass himself. Featuring Quentin Tarantino, John Travolta, Charlie Sheen, Ron Perlman, Daryl Hannah, and many, many more.

96
Off the Menu: The Last Days of Chasen's
7.5

Off the Menu: The Last Days of Chasen's

Must Watch1998

In 1995, Chasen's closed its doors after 60 years of serving chili to movie stars and visiting dignitaries, Presidents and the Pope. During its two final weeks, Chasen regulars (actors and producers), staff, and management sat for interviews. There's an Oscar party for 1500, footage and photos of famous diners, and time with Tommy Gallagher, the ebullient head waiter until retirement in 1994, his son Patrick, catering head Raymond Bilbool, general manager Ronnie Clint, hat check girl Val Schwab, ladies' room attendant Onetta Johnson, and foreign- born waiters, including Jaime. When he started in 1970, like other Latins, he wasn't allowed out of the kitchen. It's a family farewell.

97
One Spoon of Chocolate
5.7

One Spoon of Chocolate

High Octane2026

After serving his country in the Army, Unique is falsely accused of assault and sent to prison. Once released, Unique sets up shop in Ohio to restart his life, linking up with his only surviving relative, Ramsey. There’s something insidious happening in this town, though, as its racist sheriff and his crew of similarly bigoted acolytes all have a knack for violence and share a gruesome secret pertaining to a recent string of missing young Black men. When they set their sights on Unique and turn his life upside down, the former soldier has no choice but to bring the ruckus down on the sheriff and his goons.

98
The Moviemakers: Tarantino
5.7

The Moviemakers: Tarantino

Must Watch2023

Since the early 1990s, Quentin Tarantino has been on a cinematic rollercoaster ride, that's never looked like slowing down, that has cemented himself as one of the worlds most influential filmmakers. Through his unique style, Tarantino carved out a place in Hollywood just for him, and even when others have tried to emulate him, his films stand-out amongst the crowd. And with one movie left before he supposedly retires, we take a look back at the ups and downs of his incredible life on film.

99
50 Films to See Before You Die
8.5

50 Films to See Before You Die

Must Watch2006

Celebrating the relaunch of Film4 as a free-to-air TV channel, Channel4 counts down their list of the fop 50 films to see before you die, as compiled by film critics and personalities.

100
Forever Hollywood
8.3

Forever Hollywood

Must Watch1999

Noted Hollywood stars and directors talk about the history and evolution of the film industry in Los Angeles.

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