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My name is Ulkar Alakbarova. From where I come, I am to be able to enjoy and indulge in my favorite avocation of watching movies. Movies of every genre are screened here in Toronto. There are black-and-white classics, avant-garde, independently produced, and of course, newly released movies for all to enjoy. Let me share this treasure of entertainment with you. Read my thoughts and opinions..
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19h ago
In a time when truly captivating films are rare, “Reptile” stands out as an exceptional find. Directed by Grant Singer and featuring a screenplay by Benicio Del Toro, Rick Yorn, and Grant Singer, this film may not initially catch your eye, but giving it a chance is likely to leave you wondering why you hadn’t watched it sooner.
“Reptile” thrusts us into the shadowy depths of real estate empires, drug trafficking, and corruption within the police force. The story ignites with the brutal murder of a realtor. While her fiancé, played by Justin Timberlake, is the primary suspect, suspicion also l ..read more
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5d ago
Molly Gunn, the freewheeling daughter of a deceased rock legend, is forced to get a job when her manager steals her money. As nanny for precocious Ray, the oft ignored daughter of a music executive she learns what it means to be an adult while teaching Ray how to be a child.
Credits: TheMovieDb.
Film Cast:
Molly Gunn: Brittany Murphy
Ray Schleine: Dakota Fanning
Ingrid: Marley Shelton
Huey: Donald Faison
Neal: Jesse Spencer
Mr. McConkey: Austin Pendleton
Roma Schleine: Heather Locklear
Briefs Model: Will Toale
Nurse: Marceline Hugot
Julie: Pell James
Party Guy: Quddus
Party Guy: Russell Stei ..read more
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1w ago
Paul, a young idealist trying to figure out what he wants to do with his life, takes a job interviewing people for a marketing research firm. He moves in with aspiring pop singer Madeleine. Paul, however, is disillusioned by the growing commercialism in society, while Madeleine just wants to be successful. The story is told in a series of 15 unrelated vignettes.
Credits: TheMovieDb.
Film Cast:
Paul: Jean-Pierre Léaud
Madeleine Zimmer: Chantal Goya
Élisabeth Choquet: Marlène Jobert
Robert Packard: Michel Debord
Catherine-Isabelle: Catherine-Isabelle Duport
She (Woman in the Film): Evabritt St ..read more
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1w ago
“Inside Out,” released by Disney-Pixar in 2015, is not just a beloved animated film; it is a profound exploration of emotions and the complexities of human psychology. Directed by Pete Docter, the film introduces viewers to the five core emotions living inside 11-year-old Riley’s mind: Joy (voiced by Amy Poehler), Sadness (Phyllis Smith), Anger (Lewis Black), Fear (Bill Hader), and Disgust (Mindy Kaling). These characters personify the inner workings of a young girl’s psyche as she navigates a challenging move from Minnesota to San Francisco.
The importance of “Inside Out” lies in its abilit ..read more
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2w ago
Fifteen directors and an all-star cast created this twisted comedy that follows three teens on the hunt for the world’s most banned film.
Credits: TheMovieDb.
Film Cast:
Veronica (segment “Veronica”): Emma Stone
Donald (segment “Truth or Dare”): Stephen Merchant
Vanessa (segment “The Proposition”): Anna Faris
Pete (segment “Happy Birthday”): Seann William Scott
Pete (segment “Happy Birthday”): Johnny Knoxville
Amanda (segment “Middleschool Date”): Chloë Grace Moretz
Mikey (segment “Middleschool Date”): Christopher Mintz-Plasse
Kevin (segment “Homeschooled”): Jeremy Allen White
Coach Jackson ..read more
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2w ago
Failed hockey player-turned-golf whiz Happy Gilmore — whose unconventional approach and antics on the grass courts the ire of rival Shooter McGavin — is determined to win a PGA tournament so he can save his granny’s house with the prize money. Meanwhile, an attractive tour publicist tries to soften Happy’s image.
Credits: TheMovieDb.
Film Cast:
Happy Gilmore: Adam Sandler
Shooter McGavin: Christopher McDonald
Virginia Venit: Julie Bowen
Grandma: Frances Bay
Chubbs: Carl Weathers
Otto: Allen Covert
IRS Agent: Robert Smigel
Bob Barker: Bob Barker
Mr. Larson: Richard Kiel
Doug Thompson: Dennis ..read more
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2w ago
In response to political pressure from Senator Lillian DeHaven, the U.S. Navy begins a program that would allow for the eventual integration of women into its services. The program begins with a single trial candidate, Lieutenant Jordan O’Neil, who is chosen specifically for her femininity. O’Neil enters the grueling training program under the command of Master Chief John James Urgayle, who unfairly pushes O’Neil until her determination wins his respect.
Credits: TheMovieDb.
Film Cast:
Lt. Jordan O’Neil: Demi Moore
Master Chief John James Urgayle: Viggo Mortensen
McCool: Morris Chestnut
Flea ..read more
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2w ago
A counter-terrorism expert takes a job protecting a young heiress. After an attempted kidnapping puts both of their lives in danger, they must flee.
Credits: TheMovieDb.
Film Cast:
Sam Carlson: Noomi Rapace
Zoe Tanner: Sophie Nélisse
Rima Hassine: Indira Varma
Conall Sinclair: Eoin Macken
Alik: Akin Gazi
Anas: Sargon Yelda
Joe: Abdellatif Chaouqi
Nabil: George Georgiou
Zuberi: Christopher Sciueref
Watt Li: Kevin Shen
Sarah: Olivia Jewson
Adam: Huw Parmenter
Camille Simard: Cherise Silvestri
Edward: Robin Kermode
Zack: Jonathan Jude
Izzy: Anna-Marie Sullivan
DCI Damari: Mansour Badri
Hotel Re ..read more
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2w ago
What would happen if, one year, Santa Claus was forced to cancel his Christmas Eve appointment with the world’s children?A few days before Christmas, the famously cheerful and magical giver of gifts has an accident on his sleigh, right in the middle of Madrid. He ends up in hospital, which is where he’ll have to stay until after Christmas. Fortunately, the guy he’s sharing a room with at the hospital, Salva, is willing to step in and take on his all-important Christmas work. But it won’t be easy… the Christmas countdown clock is ticking and Salva has to find the reindeer, learn to fly the slei ..read more
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2w ago
Security expert Lu Zi Ming is hired to work at an oil and gas plant project bidding event. He is framed by several of the parties involved. In order to prove his innocence he must now devise the ultimate counter-attack.
Credits: TheMovieDb.
Film Cast:
Lu Ziming: Vincent Zhao Wenzhuo
Mo Bai: Jiang Yiyi
Captain Dee: Lu Peng
Sa-tang: Song Hanhuan
Leon: Diego Dati
Cara: Myra Mala
Female Officer: Pari
Kaila: Mi Ra
Assassination Captain: Yin Chunxiong
Mr. Liu: Yu Hongbo
Reporter: Amy Zhou
Carlos: Sergio De Ieso
Anderson: Alleyn
Leon’s Man: Vladimir Ershov
Leon’s Man: Dev Raturi
Leon’s Man: Emile A ..read more