Movies set in prisons, action-packed films, crime movies, thrilling thrillers, and classic movies have long captivated audiences with their intense stories, thrilling plots, and compelling characters. From classic films to modern masterpieces, these movies have left a lasting impact on the film industry.
Yardbarker recently published an article by Matt Sulem, listing the 25 best prison movies of all time. The article highlights films like 'Brute Force' (1947), 'Birdman of Alcatraz' (1962), 'The Great Escape' (1963), 'Cool Hand Luke' (1967), 'Papillon' (1973), and 'The Shawshank Redemption' (1994). Each film is accompanied by a brief description and mentions their critical acclaim, box office success, and awards. The article also acknowledges the talented actors and directors involved in each movie [c4450cc3].
In addition to prison movies, action movies have also captivated audiences with their thrilling plots and adrenaline-pumping sequences. No Film School recently published an analysis, discussing the evolution of action movies and providing a list of the best action films of all time. The article mentions movies like 'Mission: Impossible 2', 'The Mark of Zorro', 'Enter the Dragon', 'Die Hard', 'The Terminator', 'Raiders of the Lost Ark', 'The Matrix', 'Seven Samurai', and 'The Good, the Bad and the Ugly'. It explores what makes a great action movie, action movie tropes, and the global nature of the genre. The article also emphasizes the importance of subverting expectations in action movies. It concludes by encouraging readers to explore the vast world of action movies [ec37aa34] [c4450cc3].
Digital Trends published an article by Saab Hannah, ranking the 7 best crime movies of the 2010s. The list includes 'Uncut Gems' (2019), 'The Irishman' (2019), 'Nightcrawler' (2014), 'Sicario' (2015), 'Knives Out' (2019), 'The Wolf of Wall Street' (2013), and 'Prisoners' (2013). The article provides a brief description of each movie and highlights their unique qualities. It mentions the directors, actors, and key themes of each film. The article also mentions the popularity and critical acclaim of these movies, as well as their impact on the crime genre. The article concludes by recommending these films as essential viewing for crime movie enthusiasts [9b21a838] [c4450cc3] [414b4fae].
The Digital Fix recently published an article by Anthony McGlynn, providing a list of the 80 best action movies of all time. The article includes films like 'Gladiator', 'Brawl in Cell Block 99', 'The Woman King', 'Transformers: The Last Knight', 'Midnight Run', 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World', 'Polite Society', 'Thor Ragnarok', 'The Magnificent Seven', 'Raiders of the Lost Ark', 'Ready Player One', and 'The Hunger Games'. It highlights the key features and appeal of each movie, such as the cast, plot, action sequences, and critical acclaim. The article also mentions the influence and impact of certain movies on the action genre. The list covers a wide range of action movies from different eras and countries, showcasing the diversity and popularity of the genre [7e69d24a] [c4450cc3].
Clint Eastwood's 1979 thriller 'Escape from Alcatraz' holds a record of 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, 1 percent higher than his directorial Western. The film is based on the real 1962 escape from Alcatraz prison and depicts the oppressive atmosphere of the prison and the resilience of the human spirit. Clint Eastwood plays Frank Morris, a highly intelligent prisoner who plans and executes the escape with the Anglin brothers. The film showcases the planning and execution of the escape, including the creation of papier-mâché dummy heads to fool the guards. The escapees are never found, and Alcatraz closes less than a year later. 'Escape from Alcatraz' is praised for its accurate depiction of the actual event and its portrayal of Alcatraz as a foreboding character. The film is considered one of Clint Eastwood's best performances. The article also mentions Clint Eastwood's career in film, his appearances in various genres, and his directorial efforts, including his acclaimed Western 'Unforgiven' [461bcaf6] [c4450cc3].
No Film School recently published an article discussing the best thriller movies of all time. The article explores the history of the genre, common tropes, and highlights classic thrillers like 'Double Indemnity' and 'Touch of Evil,' as well as Alfred Hitchcock's contributions to the genre. The article also mentions mind-bending thrillers like 'Mulholland Drive' and 'Inception,' modern crime thrillers like 'Zodiac' and 'Prisoners,' and global thrillers like 'Parasite' and 'The Lives of Others.' It concludes by emphasizing the captivating and satisfying experience that thrillers offer to viewers [78989581] [c4450cc3].
Startefacts recently published an article by Aaren Gimenez, listing the 24 best classic movies on Netflix to stream in April. The article highlights that Netflix offers a wide selection of classic movies for streaming and mentions that the streaming giant's back catalog contains some hidden gems among the thousands of movies available. The list of classic movies includes a variety of genres, from comedy to drama, and aims to include true classics that have remained relevant for several decades. The article also mentions Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the Internet Crush of the Day. Subscribers can enjoy these movies anytime, anywhere [0602208f].
UPROXX provides a list of the 50 best true crime shows and movies available for streaming. The list includes titles like 'The Staircase,' 'Under The Banner Of Heaven,' 'Chernobyl,' 'The Jinx: The Life And Deaths Of Robert Durst,' 'Making A Murderer,' and 'Don't F**k With Cats: Hunting An Internet Killer.' Each entry includes a brief description of the series or movie and where it can be streamed [69b914e0].
Forbes recently published an article by Rosa Escandon, listing the 30 best drama movies of all time. The list covers a range of topics such as romance, war, and coming-of-age stories. It features films from 1930 to 2020 and includes directors like Francis Ford Coppola, Akira Kurosawa, Stanley Kubrick, and Wong Kar-wai. Some notable films on the list include 'Atonement' (2007), 'Cool Hand Luke' (1967), 'Morocco' (1930), 'Cinema Paradiso' (1988), 'Ben-Hur' (1959), 'Kramer Vs. Kramer' (1979), 'A Fantastic Woman' (2017), 'Boyhood' (2014), 'The Shawshank Redemption' (1994), 'Moonlight' (2016), 'Grave of the Fireflies' (1988), 'Barry Lyndon' (1975), 'Minari' (2020), 'Jeanne Dielman, 23 quai du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles' (1976), 'Cabaret' (1972), 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire' (2019), 'Rashomon' (1950), '12 Angry Men' (1957), 'Boyz n the Hood' (1991), 'In the Mood For Love' (2000), 'The 400 Blows' (1959), 'Roma' (2018), 'Raging Bull' (1980), 'Bicycle Thieves' (1948), 'All About Eve' (1950), 'In the Heat of the Night' (1967), 'Schindler's List' (1993), 'Citizen Kane' (1941), and 'The Godfather Part II' (1974) [757d0f0b] [463986fa].
According to Startefacts, Amazon Prime Video has a wide selection of action movies available for streaming in April 2024. The article, written by Aaren Gimenez, highlights that while there are many poorly made action movies, there are still plenty of ingenious ones to be found. The article mentions that Amazon Prime Video has one of the largest selections of action movies and provides a list of 17 best action movies to stream on the platform in April 2024. The article emphasizes that the action genre is not limited to big-budget Hollywood franchises and that some of the best works in the genre were made on a shoestring budget without A-list actors. The article concludes by stating that watching this list of action movies is sure to deepen one's love for explosions, car chases, and shootouts [3a0e3f37].
Netflix's current #1 movie is 'The Accountant', despite it being considered a dud. Jacob Siegal from BGR suggests five alternative action movies to watch instead. These include 'The Hunger Games' series, 'Kill Bill: Volume 1', 'Looper', 'One Piece Film: Red', and 'The Raid: Redemption'. The article provides brief descriptions of each movie and highlights their appeal. The author also mentions that if readers buy through a BGR link, the website may earn an affiliate commission [bad5a487].
Apps and sites like Crackle, Freevee, Peacock, Pluto TV, Tubi, Vudu, and YouTube offer free movies online with ads. Rotten Tomatoes has compiled a list of the 100 best movies available to watch for free on platforms like Peacock, Fandango At Home, Tubi, Freevee, YouTube, and Crackle. The list includes Oscar winners, blockbusters, comedy classics, informative documentaries, and family favorites. Some of the newly added movies include Beavis and Butt-Head Do America, The Birdcage, Cop Land, Deep Cover, Equalizer (2014), Get Out, The Godfather, Godfather II, Godfather Coda, Gremlins, Gremlins 2, Hellboy (2004), Hellboy II, Hoosiers, House Party, In the Line of Fire, Joe, Madness of King George, Muriel’s Wedding, Never Rarely Sometimes Always, Pee Wee’s Big Adventure, Private Parts, The Raid: Redemption, Spy Kids, Spy Kids 2, and Training Day. Each movie has a brief description and information on where to stream it [a201ad19].
ScreenCrush recently published an article that provides a list of the number one movie at the box office for each year from 2021 to 1940. The article mentions specific movies from different years, such as 'The Empire Strikes Back' in 1980 and 'Demon Slayer: Mugen Train' in 2020. It highlights how popular tastes in movies have shifted over the decades, from war films in the 1940s to blockbuster franchises in recent years. The article also mentions that the box-office information is sourced from IMDb and Wikipedia [7300ddbe].