The 50+ Best Saul Rubinek Movies
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1Noam Zylberman, Fairuza Balk, Saul RubinekTwelve-year-old Max Glick (Noam Zylberman) wouldn't exactly call his life exciting. It's the 1960s, and he resides in an isolated Jewish community in Manitoba, Canada. But, with his upcoming bar mitzvah, things are about to get a lot more interesting -- especially when Max meets Rabbi Teitelbaum (Saul Rubinek). Fresh from Chicago and there to help the boy prepare for the ceremony, Teitelbaum proves to be an invigorating free spirit who helps Max discover his own path with humor and chutzpah.- 2Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman, Morgan FreemanUnforgiven, a multi-Oscar winning Western drama, showcases the final days of aging outlaw William Munny (Clint Eastwood). Once a notorious killer and robber, Munny is now a widowed pig farmer, living quietly with his two children. Persuaded by young gunslinger The Schofield Kid (Jaimz Woolvett) to claim a bounty on two cowboys who disfigured a prostitute, he teams up with his old partner Ned Logan (Morgan Freeman). As they embark on their mission, Munny grapples with the violence of his past and the harsh realities of frontier justice. This film explores themes of morality, redemption, and the brutal nature of violence.More Unforgiven
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- 3Christian Slater, Patricia Arquette, Dennis HopperIn the offbeat crime film True Romance, Clarence Worley (Christian Slater), a comic book store clerk, falls for a call girl named Alabama Whitman (Patricia Arquette). Their whirlwind romance takes a dangerous turn when Clarence confronts and murders Alabama's pimp. Suddenly, they find themselves on the run with a suitcase of cocaine that belongs to the Mob. The duo's desperate bid for freedom leads them from Detroit to Hollywood, pursued by ruthless gangsters and corrupt cops. Directed by Tony Scott and written by Quentin Tarantino, this 1993 movie weaves an unpredictable tale of love and violence against the backdrop of America's underbelly.More True Romance
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4Michael Douglas, Charlie Sheen, Martin SheenIn Oliver Stone's riveting drama, Wall Street, we follow the journey of ambitious stockbroker Bud Fox (Charlie Sheen). Intoxicated by the promise of power and wealth, Fox finds a mentor in the ruthless, yet charismatic, Gordon Gekko (Michael Douglas), a titan of high-stakes trading. As Gekko's underhand tactics become clear, Fox is torn between his desire for success and his moral compass. Douglas's riveting performance earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor. The film dissects the greed-infested world of Wall Street, serving as a stark reminder of the dangerous allure of unchecked ambition.More Wall Street- #187 of 399 onThe Best Movies Of The 1980s, Ranked
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5Nick Mancuso, Saul Rubinek, Meg FosterIn turmoil following the break-up of a longtime relationship, David (Nick Mancuso) seeks something to give him a new direction and falls in with a religious cult. Before long, David has been completely brainwashed by the group and has receded from his old life. When his dedicated buddy, Larry (Saul Rubinek), tracks him down and discovers the reality of his situation, he proceeds to rally David's family and other friends to remove him from the cult and shake its influence.More Ticket to Heaven- #26 of 51 onThe Best Movies With Heaven in the Title
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6Nicolas Cage, Téa Leoni, Don CheadleIn The Family Man, Jack Campbell (Nicolas Cage), a single, wealthy Wall Street executive, confronts an alternate suburban reality. A glimpse into what life could have been, he wakes up married to his long-lost love, Kate (Téa Leoni), with two kids in tow. The genre blends romance and drama with a dash of comedy. Directed by Brett Ratner, the movie showcases how Jack navigates this unfamiliar world, grappling with domesticity and the demands of a middle-class lifestyle. Notably, it won the ASCAP Award for Top Box Office Films in 2001.More The Family Man- #420 of 769 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
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7Anthony Hopkins, Joan Allen, Powers BootheNixon, a political drama, follows the tumultuous life of Richard Nixon (Anthony Hopkins). The film delves into Nixon's early days, his ascension to power, and his infamous downfall following the Watergate scandal. Joan Allen co-stars as Pat Nixon, his supportive yet conflicted wife. Directed by Oliver Stone, this compelling biopic intricately weaves historical events with personal struggles, painting a complex portrait of one of America's most controversial presidents. A recipient of four Academy Award nominations, Nixon presents an engrossing exploration of power, ambition, and the human spirit.More Nixon- #192 of 240 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
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8Mario Van Peebles, Joy Bryant, Terry CrewsDirector Mario Van Peebles chronicles the complicated production of his father Melvin's classic 1971 film, "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song." Playing his father in the film, Van Peebles offers an unapologetic account of Melvin's brash and sometimes deceptive conduct on the set of the film, including questionable antics like writing bad checks, tricking a local fire department and allowing his son, Mario, to shoot racy sex scenes at the age of 11.
9Joan Allen, Gary Oldman, Jeff BridgesWhen the sitting Vice President dies, Senator Laine Hanson is chosen by the President to be the first woman to hold the office. The selection meets with opposition from members of both parties, in particular a powerful political adversary who will seemingly stop at nothing to discredit her. Her confirmation hearings set off a firestorm of controversy as shocking secrets from Hanson's past are revealed, threatening her personal life as well as her political future.
10Tom Hanks, Bruce Willis, Melanie GriffithIn this adaptation of the Tom Wolfe novel, powerful Wall Street executive Sherman McCoy (Tom Hanks) is riding with his greedy girlfriend, Maria (Melanie Griffith), when she makes a wrong turn and winds up in the Bronx. There, she runs over a black boy and drives off without reporting it. When alcoholic tabloid reporter Peter Fallow (Bruce Willis) discovers the story, he knows it will be scandalous and riles up New Yorkers with his coverage of the case, which soon goes to trial.- #12 of 14 onThe Most Controversial Movies Of 1990s Movie Stars
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11Jessica Paré, Jay Baruchel, Geneviève BujoldThe Trotsky is a 2010 comedy film written and directed by Jacob Tierney.
12Lynne Adams, Kenneth Welsh, Wesley AddyAfter the death of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Vice President Harry Truman (Kenneth Welsh) is suddenly forced to deal with the difficult task of taking control of the United States during the closing stages of World War II. Though the Germans have been beaten down and are on the verge of surrender, Japanese forces refuse to back down. Meanwhile, President Truman is getting conflicting advice regarding the necessity of dropping a nuclear bomb on Hiroshima.
13Kirsten Dunst, Michelle Williams, Jim BreuerBetsy (Kirsten Dunst) and Arlene (Michelle Williams) are two 15-year-old girls in 1976. When Betsy visits Arlene at the Watergate Motel, the two accidentally stumble into the middle of the infamous Watergate robbery. In order to keep them quiet, Nixon (Dan Hedaya) appoints them as honorary dog walkers. As they travel in and out of the White House, their seemingly innocent actions start a chain of events that may eventually lead to Nixon's resignation as president of the United States.More Dick- #27 of 61 onThe Funniest Movies About Politics
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14Antonio Banderas, Eion Bailey, Michael McKeanLoosely based on real-life events, this film follows renowned revolutionary Pancho Villa (Antonio Banderas) as he attempts to procure funding to overthrow the Mexican government. Villa strikes up an intriguing agreement with Hollywood director D.W. Griffith (Colm Feore), who is interested in paying the rebel for the movie rights to his exciting story. Soon, young film executive Frank Thayer (Eion Bailey) is joining Villa on his dangerous and violent exploits.
15Mel Gibson, Robert Downey Jr., Katie HolmesThe Singing Detective is a 2003 American musical comedy film directed by Keith Gordon and based on the BBC serial of the same name, a work by British writer Dennis Potter. It stars Robert Downey, Jr. and features a supporting cast that includes Katie Holmes, Adrien Brody, Robin Wright Penn, and Mel Gibson, as well as a number of songs from the 1950s.
16Dennis Quaid, Rob Brown, Clancy BrownBorn into poverty, Ernie Davis (Rob Brown) overcomes many obstacles to get into Syracuse University's football program. Under the guidance of Coach Ben Schwartzwalder (Dennis Quaid), Davis becomes one of the school's best players, even surpassing Jim Brown's achievements. In 1961 Davis becomes the first black player to win the Heisman Trophy, but there is one more obstacle in his life that he must overcome.More The Express- #111 of 207 onThe Best Sports Movies Ever Made
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17Charles Bronson, Lesley-Anne Down, Michael ParksFamed vigilante Paul Kersey (Charles Bronson) takes his girlfriend, Olivia (Lesley-Anne Down), out to dinner and proposes to her. She accepts but is soon assaulted by a thug (Robert Joy), causing irreparable disfigurement. The thug is an associate of Olivia's ex-husband, mobster Tommy O'Shea (Michael Parks), who is terrorizing Olivia in an effort to discourage her from testifying against him. When the coercion gets worse, Kersey takes a ruthless stand and vows to hunt O'Shea down.
18Paul Giamatti, Rosamund Pike, Minnie DriverToward the end of his life, Barney Panofsky (Paul Giamatti) looks back on his triumphs and tragedies, beginning with an ill-fated relationship with Clara (Rachelle Lefevre), whom he marries when she becomes pregnant. When that falls apart, he moves back home to Montreal and gets married twice more, finally finding contentment with Miriam (Rosamund Pike), his third wife. Through it all, Barney is sustained by his work in television, raising children and the advice of his father (Dustin Hoffman).
19Kathleen Turner, Dennis Quaid, Fiona ShawVeteran spies Jane (Kathleen Turner) and Jefferson Blue (Dennis Quaid) abandon their successful careers to raise a family in New Orleans. Jefferson attracts police attention when he beats up mugger Muerte (Stanley Tucci). With local authorities already on the alert, Jane and Jefferson are forced to come out of retirement when their old Czech foe Paulina Novacek (Fiona Shaw), a former Communist agent turned arms dealer, gets her hands on some plastic explosives.
20Julia Roberts, Nick Nolte, Saul RubinekWorn-down Peter Brackett (Nick Nolte) and ambitious Sabrina Peterson (Julia Roberts) are reporters working for rival newspapers. Assigned to cover a train derailment, the two journalists meet at the scene and immediately can't stand each other. But when they suspect a deadly government conspiracy behind the crash, the two rivals work together to break the story. While they expose corrupt scientists and butt heads every step of the way, Peter and Sabrina's competitive tiffs turn into romance.More I Love Trouble- #56 of 60 onThe Best Movies Released July 4th Weekend
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21Robert Mitchum, Lee Majors, Valerie PerrineThe Agency is a 1980 Canadian dramatic/thriller film. It was directed by George Kaczender, with a screenplay by Noel Hynd. Based on a novel by Paul Gottlieb, it is a political thriller involving advertising copywriter Philip Morgan who discovers the agency he works for, run by Ted Quinn, is using subliminal advertising to manipulate a presidential election. It features appearances by Canadian actors Saul Rubinek as an audio technician, Jonathan Welsh as a police detective, and familiar supporting players Michael Kirby and Gary Reineke as hitmen. The film was shot on locations in Montréal and rural Québec.
22Matthew Modine, Alan Alda, Lily TomlinIn 1981, epidemiologist Don Francis (Matthew Modine) learns of an increased rate of death among gay men in urban areas. The startling information leads him to begin investigating the outbreak, which is ultimately identified as AIDS. His journey finds mostly opposition from politicians and doctors, but several join him in his cause. As it becomes apparent that people have personal reasons to turn the other cheek, Francis persists. Meanwhile, the number of deaths continues to grow.- #19 of 39 onThe Best Medical Movies Based on True Stories
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23James Caan, Fran Drescher, Bill GoldbergSanta's Slay is a 2005 Canadian-American Christmas slasher comedy film that stars professional wrestler Bill Goldberg as Santa Claus. The film was written and directed by David Steiman, a former assistant to Brett Ratner; Ratner served as a producer.
24Richard Dreyfuss, Selma Blair, John SalleyCoast to Coast is 2003 television movie starring Richard Dreyfuss, Judy Davis, and Selma Blair, and directed by Paul Mazursky. It is based on the novel by Frederic Raphael, who also wrote film's screenplay. The film is most known for its witty dialogues and wry comedy between its lead actors.
25Tilda Swinton, Kate del Castillo, Saul RubinekJulia is a 2008 French crime drama film, directed by Erick Zonca, starring Tilda Swinton. It was shot in California and Mexico. The film was inspired by the John Cassavetes film Gloria.
26Jack Nicholson, Ellen Barkin, Harry Dean StantonHarry Bliss (Jack Nicholson) operates a struggling security service and contends with numerous personal problems, including a faltering marriage. When vocalist Joan Spruance (Ellen Barkin) is threatened and excessively harassed, she hires Harry to provide her with guard-dog protection. Joan opts to live with her sister, Andy (Beverly D'Angelo), and becomes involved with Harry, but the mysterious circumstances of those menacing her complicate things considerably.
27Dan Aykroyd, Bob Hoskins, Saul RubinekRainbow is a 1996 family adventure film directed by Bob Hoskins, written by Ashley Sidaway and Robert Sidaway and starring Bob Hoskins, Terry Finn, Jacob Tierney, Saul Rubinek and Dan Aykroyd. The story concerns four children and a dog whose journey in a magical rainbow results in an adventure that finds them on a race against time to save the world. From a technical standpoint, it was also the world's first film to be shot in high-definition video. Shot entirely with Sony's first Solid State Electronic Cinematography cameras and featuring over 35 minutes of digital image processing and visual effects, all post production, sound effects, editing and scoring were completed digitally. The Digital High Definition image was transferred to 35mm negative for theatrical release.
28Alan Alda, Michael Caine, Michelle PfeifferA professor (Alan Alda) tries to stop a film crew from making a teen comedy out of his book about the Revolution.
29Macaulay Culkin, Ted Danson, Glenne HeadlyCon man Ray Gleason (Ted Danson) is going after one last heist -- a stash of rare coins -- when his estranged son, Timmy (Macaulay Culkin), unexpectedly shows up. Ray is too busy with his robbery to spend much time with his son, so Timmy decides to blackmail Ray into acting like a father. He hides the coins and promises to give them back only after Ray takes him to amusement parks and baseball games. All the while, Detective Theresa Walsh (Glenne Headly) is closing in on Ray.- #37 of 50 onThe Best Movies About Men Raising Kids
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30Jennifer Tilly, Matthew Modine, Alan BatesHollywood North is a 2003 film starring Matthew Modine and Jennifer Tilly. It is a mockumentary detailing the struggles of two Canadian movie producers in Toronto circa 1979. The title is a reference to the colloquialism "Hollywood North".
