Archive for Good Movies
Films Directed by John Singleton John Singleton exploded over Hollywood like an inner-city atomic bomb, specifically one that looked like Ice Cube and talked like Laurence Fishburne. His debut film, Boyz n the Hood made him the youngest person even nominated for a Best Director Oscar, as well as the first African-American to earn such […]
Films from George Lucas George Lucas movies have made the bearded geek a billionaire in spite of himself. While he’s turned out some of the most iconic films in motion picture history, he’s also proven himself to be maddeningly inconsistent. The same guy who wrote the scripts for Star Wars and Indiana Jones also managed […]
Films to Watch on Labor Day Labor Day is observed on the first Monday of September, and its impact on Americans can be measured in a number of different ways. For many, it’s a day to relax and maybe throw a party. For others, it’s time to enjoy the kickoff of the NFL and NCAA […]
Great Historical Movies History movies provide plenty of opportunities to learn, not to mention sweeping romance and violence galore. The films listed below are among my favorites, as they cover a wide range of historical events that impacted multiple nations. So if you’re looking to be entertained and educated at the same time, give these […]
The definition of terrorism is wide ranging, with one study finding more than 100 different interpretations around the globe. In most cases, however, it refers to violent acts designed to advance a specific political, religious, or ideological goal. Movies about terrorism are equally murky, with thinly-veiled pieces of propaganda often listed alongside more thoughtful (and realistic) […]
Films Adapted from Novels There are more movies based on books than you might imagine, and this article is devoted to ten that I believe to be worth your time. Whether you’re interested in vampires, unruly and sometimes murderous schoolchildren, or mountain men, our list should have something for you. To purchase any of the […]
Films Directed by Ron Howard Ron Howard has directed Oscar-winning films and starred in such pop culture icons as Happy Days and The Andy Griffith Show, but let’s get one thing clear: younger brother Clint Howard is the real talent in the family. In fact, the only reason Clint hasn’t captured Oscar gold is that […]
Films Starring Jennifer Aniston Jennifer Aniston gained national exposure by playing Rachel Green on TV’s Friends from 1994 until 2004 (turning down a role on Saturday Night Live in the process). Since then, she’s influenced hairstyles, married Brad Pitt, divorced Brad Pitt, and launched a successful film career. Our focus is on the latter, delivering […]
Films Made from 1920 to 1929 The 1920s gave us the National Prohibition Act, the Great Depression, the emergence of jazz, and the rise of communism. Known as the Roaring Twenties, the period also saw motion pictures come into their own, and by the beginning of the ’30s it was an artistic force to be […]
Films Similar to American Pie Since the 1999 teen sex comedy features Jason Biggs sticking his penis into a warm dessert dish, it’s hard to categorize most features as being like American Pie. There are plenty that come close, however, so I proudly present this list of movies dedicated to horny teens, awkward sexual encounters, […]