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The Big Lebowski1998 • 117 min • Budget $15M • Box office $47MComedy, CrimeJeffrey "The Dude" Lebowski is a relaxed Los Angeles resident who enjoys bowling and White Russians. His life takes a bizarre turn when a group of thugs break into his apartment, mistaking…7.88.117+
The King of Comedy1982 • 109 min • Budget $19M • Box office $2MDrama, ComedyThis dark comedy tells the story of Rupert Pupkin, an ambitious comedian determined to achieve stardom. He becomes fixated on a successful talk-show host who craves a quiet life. Driven by his…7.87.86+
Contempt1963 • 103 min • Budget $900K • Box office $528KDrama, RomanceThis drama follows Jeremy Prokosch, a practical art film producer, as he works with renowned director Fritz Lang to adapt Homer's "The Odyssey" for the screen. As the ambitious project faces difficulties,…7.07.4
The White Sound2001 • 107 min • Budget $250KDramaLukas, a young man living with schizophrenia, navigates a new town while starting a new relationship, all while battling the paranoia within his own mind.7.07.0
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Desert Hearts1985 • 91 min • Budget $350K • Box office $2MDrama, RomanceA middle-aged literature professor facing divorce meets Cay, a vibrant young woman, and they form a close friendship. This connection deepens, challenging their beliefs and expectations. As the professor develops feelings for…7.07.117+
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Eyes Wide Shut1999 • 159 min • Budget $65M • Box office $162MDrama, Thriller, MysteryDr. Bill Harford's life changes when his wife Alice reveals her hidden desires. Seeking answers and wanting to understand his marriage, Bill explores underground sexual groups. He finds a world far darker…7.57.517+
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Arsenic and Old Lace1944 • 118 min • Budget $1MComedy, CrimeMortimer Brewster, a celebrated writer and critic who fiercely opposes marriage, unexpectedly falls in love and marries. Returning to his childhood home to share the news with his two eccentric aunts, he…7.67.9
The Godfather Part II1974 • 202 min • Budget $13M • Box office $102MDrama, CrimeThe Corleone family story continues with a young Vito Corleone's upbringing in Sicily and later, in 1910s New York. Decades later, in the 1950s, Michael Corleone seeks to broaden the family's operations…8.69.017+
The War of the Roses1989 • 116 min • Budget $26M • Box office $160MComedy, DramaClarissa Darling is a teenager figuring out growing up, portrayed with honesty and realism. She deals with typical pre-teen issues: school, friendships, and family. Clarissa also navigates personal moments like her first…6.96.917+
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Forrest Gump1994 • 142 min • Budget $55M • Box office $677MComedy, Drama, RomanceThis inspiring film tells the story of someone with a cognitive disability who consistently overcomes expectations and limitations. Facing many challenges, this resilient person makes a lasting impact on history by participating…8.58.813+
Once Upon a Time in America1984 • 229 min • Budget $30M • Box office $5MDrama, CrimeSet in New York City's Lower East Side, the film follows a former Jewish gangster who returns after more than thirty years away from the Prohibition era. Now older and haunted by…8.48.317+
Tough Enough2006 • 98 minDrama, ThrillerDetlev Buck's film, based on Gregor Tressnow's novel, offers a realistic look at life in Berlin's Neukölln district. It explores themes of power and vulnerability, depicting the struggles of both those who…6.87.0
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Bringing Down the House2003 • 105 min • Budget $20M • Box office $132MComedy, DramaDivorced lawyer Peter Sanderson is eager to start dating again but struggles to find a connection. He tries online dating and connects with another lawyer. They arrange a meeting, but Peter is…6.05.713+
Harum Scarum1965 • 85 min • Budget $2M • Box office $3MComedy, Crime, MusicJohnny Tyronne, famous for his charisma and action abilities, experiences an unexpected turn of events during a promotional trip to the Middle East for his film "Sands of the Desert." There, he's…4.84.6
Broadcast News1987 • 133 min • Budget $20M • Box office $67MComedy, RomanceJane Craig, a veteran news producer, struggles with the industry's growing focus on entertainment over serious reporting. Her views are challenged when she develops feelings for Tom Grunnick, a charming but shallow…6.87.317+
The Big Bounce2004 • 88 min • Budget $50M • Box office $6MComedy, CrimeA low-level con artist and a Hawaiian property developer's clever, ambitious girlfriend join forces, aiming for a possible $200,000 payday.4.94.913+
Where the Buffalo Roam1980 • 99 min • Box office $6MComedyThis semi-biographical film offers an immersive look into the life and work of Hunter S. Thompson, the acclaimed gonzo journalist. Inspired by his own experiences, the story follows the writer's struggles and…5.96.517+
The Brown Bunny2003 • 93 min • Budget $100K • Box office $365KDramaBud Clay is a motorcycle racer competing in the 250cc Formula II class. Following a race in New Hampshire, he has five days to travel to his next event in California. On…5.44.9
Serving Sara2002 • 100 min • Budget $29M • Box office $16MComedySara is shocked when she receives divorce papers while in New York. More concerned about losing her wealth from her marriage to a self-centered Texan, she makes a proposition to the process…5.45.313+
Twister1996 • 113 min • Budget $92M • Box office $494MAction, Adventure, DramaFaced with devastating natural disasters, a team of dedicated scientists journeys to improve weather forecasting. Dr. Jo Harding leads experienced meteorologists in deploying a new device to track tornadoes in Oklahoma and…6.56.613+
The Last Emperor1987 • 163 min • Budget $23M • Box office $44MDrama, HistoryThis historical drama chronicles the remarkable life of Pu Yi, the last Emperor of China. From a privileged upbringing in the Forbidden City, his life takes a dramatic turn. Abdication, hardship, exploitation…7.67.713+
Faces1968 • 130 min • Budget $275KDramaRichard and Maria, a suburban couple, find their relationship growing stale. When Richard abruptly leaves Maria for a younger woman, they are both forced to confront their desires and anxieties. As Richard…7.17.417+
Monty Python and the Holy Grail1975 • 91 min • Budget $400K • Box office $5MAdventure, Comedy, FantasyThis humorous adventure tells the story of King Arthur and his squire as they search for the legendary Knights of the Round Table. They gather a diverse group: Sir Bedevere, a wise…7.88.16+
