Black Snake Moan 2007   R, 115 min.
Genre: Drama / Romance
Director: Craig Brewer
Cast: Samuel L. Jackson, Christina Ricci, Justin Timberlake, S. Epatha Merkerson, John Cothran Jr., David Banner, Michael Raymond-James, Adriane Lenox, Kim Richards, Neimus K. Williams, Leonard L. Thomas, Ruby Wilson
Redemption and self worth are the themes of this story about former blues singer Lazarus Woods' (Samuel L. Jackson) efforts to heal 22-year-old nymphomaniac Rae (Christina Ricci) who had been beaten and left by a ditch near Lazarus' farm. Lazarus chains Rae to a radiator to prevent her wandering off in her delirious state and does cure Rae's physical ills. But he is not content with that and uses the Bible and old blues songs to renew her immortal soul as well. 2 User Reviews
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| | A great sleeper film! | Tranza01 03/30/2007 | | Very strong acting by all and a surprising resurface of Kim Richards. Samuel L Jackson and Christina Ricci had tremendous chemistry and their acting was superb. Kim Richards had a small supporting role which she nailed as Ricci's estranged mother. Another surprise was Justin Timberlake. He nailed his role as Ricci's love interest. Unfortunately I think this movie is going to be underrated nor will it get the press some of the current films are receiving. This movie is rated "R" and deals with some pretty strong situations and is not for children. Welcome back Kim and great job by all of the cast! |
| | too raw got 2 c movie | Anonymous 03/14/2007 | | |
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Jacob's Ladder 1990   R, 113 min.
Genre: Drama / Horror / Thriller / Mystery
Director: Adrian Lyne
Cast: Tim Robbins, Elizabeth Pena, Danny Aiello, Matt Craven, Macaulay Culkin, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Jason Alexander, Ving Rhames, Perry Lang, Patricia Kalember, Eriq La Salle, Brian Tarantino, Anthony Alessandro, Brent Hinkley, S. Epatha Merkerson
Years ago, something happened to a battalion in Vietnam when American soldier Jacob Singer (Tim Robbins) went through a traumatic experience that has left him with strange visions. Jacob has divorced his wife Sarah (Patricia Kalember) and feels responsible for a car accident in which his son Gabe (Macaulay Culkin) died. Jacob now has a new girlfriend, his coworker at the Post Office, Jezzie (Elizabeth Pena) but continues to experience the visions along with panic attacks. The truth behind Jacob's problems is searched for as Sarah, Jacob's chiropractor Louis (Danny Aiello), his comrade from Vietnam Paul (Pruitt Taylor Vince), and Michael (Matt Craven) all come to his aid. 1 User Review
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| | I was captivated | silverfox80 03/31/2009 | | |
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Radio 2003 PG, 108 min.
Genre: Drama
Director: Michael Tollin
Cast: Cuba Gooding Jr., Ed Harris, Alfre Woodard, Debra Winger, Chris Mulkey, Sarah Drew, S. Epatha Merkerson, Riley Smith, Brent Sexton, Patrick Breen, Bill Robertson, Kenneth H. Callender, Michael Harding, Charles Garren, Rebecca Koon
High-school football coach Harold Jones (Ed Harris) mentors mentally challenged James Robert 'Radio' Kennedy (Cuba Gooding Jr.) and invites Radio to help him with football practice. Eventually, Radio becomes the team mascot and cheerleader while winning over the local townsfolk.
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The Rising Place 2001  PG-13, 93 min.
Genre: Drama
Director: Tom Rice
Cast: Laurel Holloman, Elise Neal, Mark Webber, Liam Aiken, Bill Campbell, Gary Cole, Alice Drummond, Frances Fisher, Mason Gamble, Beth Grant, Tess Harper, S. Epatha Merkerson
Set in the 1940s along the Mississippi Delta, this story unfolds when Virginia (Frances Fisher) visits her Aunt Millie (Alice Drummond) and discovers letters written during the World War II years that reveal the struggles of two young women–white, single, pregnant Millie (Laurel Holloman) and black, spirited Wilma (Elise Neal)–who, despite the odds, find purpose in their lives.
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Slipstream 2007 R, 97 min.
Genre: Comedy / Drama / Fantasy
Director: Anthony Hopkins
Cast: Anthony Hopkins, Stella Arroyave, Lana Antonova, Kevin McCarthy, Gavin Grazer, Christian Slater, John Turturro, Camryn Manheim, Jeffrey Tambor, S. Epatha Merkerson, Fionnula Flanagan, Christopher Lawford, Michael Clarke Duncan, Gena Rowlands
Anthony Hopkins serves as writer, director, and star in this film, and his wife, Stella Arroyave, takes on the role of Gina as well as being the film's producer. Hopkins plays aging screenwriter Felix Bonhoeffer whose mind implodes as film characters begin to blend together with those of his real world. The result is a complex story of Felix's surreal experiences in which many of the film's actors/actresses take on multiple roles.
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Terminator 2: Judgment Day 1991  R, 139 min.
Genre: Action / Sci-Fi / Adventure / Thriller
Director: James Cameron
Cast: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Robert Patrick, Edward Furlong, Earl Boen, Joe Morton, Xander Berkeley, Jenette Goldstein, S. Epatha Merkerson, Castulo Guerra, Danny Cooksey, Leslie Hamilton Gearren, Peter Schrum, Ken Gibbel, Robert Winley
The Terminator (Arnold Schwarzenegger) is determined to protect the life of young John Connor (Edward Furlong) who is destined to lead future freedom fighters. His foe is T-1000, the most lethal weapon ever built. Terrific special effects. The film received four Academy Awards: Best Makeup, Sound, Sound Effects, and Visual Effects. Two Nominations were also received: Best Cinematography and Film Editing.
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| 1. Black Snake Moan (2007)
2. Jacob's Ladder (1990)
3. Radio (2003)
4. The Rising Place (2001)
5. Slipstream (2007)
6. Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
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