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Race (2016) is the true story of Jesse Owens. He is quickly catapulted to fame when he is one of the few black men competing in the 1936 Olympics in Nazi Germany. His coach, Larry Snyder, helps him not only at Ohio State but giving him moral support during the Olympics. While competing, he forms a friendship with Carl Long, a German athlete. The movie is rated PG-13 and two hours and 14 minutes. It is directed by Stephen Hopkins and written by Joe Shrapnel and Anna Waterhouse. The major actors include Stephan James as Jesse Owens, Jason Sudekis as Larry Snyder, Shanice Banton as Ruth Owens, Eli Goree as Dave Albritton, Carice van Houten as Leni Riefenstahl, Jeremy Irons as Avery Brundage, William Hurt as Jeremiah Mahoney, David Kross as Carl Long, Baraby Metschurat as Joseph Goebbels, and Adrian Zwicker as Adolf Hitler.

WATCH IT for the relationship between Jesse Owens and his coach Larry Snyder. His four gold medals put him as one of the greatest track and field athletes. The reference to his Adidas running shoes by Adi Dassler is also a highlight much like Steve Prefontaine wore the Nike waffle shoe in the 1972 Olympics.

A Real Pain (2024) is about two different cousins. David is the responsible one where Benji is more carefree. They decide to travel to Poland to honor their recently deceased grandmother’s Jewish heritage. During their time with a tour group, their differences come into focus which brings tension between them and among the group. The movie is rated R and one hour and 30 minutes. It is written and directed by Jesse Eisenberg. The major actors include Jesse Eisenberg as David Kaplan, Kieran Culkin as Benji Kaplan, Jennifer Grey as Marcia, Kurt Egyiawan as Eloge, Liza Sadovy as Diane, Daniel Oreskes as Mark, Will Sharpe as James, and Ellora Torchia as Priya.

WATCH IT for the interaction among the tour group and how for emotional scenes between the cousins.

Sleeping Dogs (2024) is about a retired homicide detective looking back on an old investigation he took part and thought was solved. As Roy Freeman tries to piece together what really happened. The movie is rated R and one hour and 50 minutes. It is written by Adam Cooper and Bill Collage and directed by Adam Cooper. It is adapted from the novel The Book of Mirrors by E.O. Chirovici. uncovering a sinister web of buried secrets and betrayals linking to his past. The major actors include Russell Crowe as Roy Freeman, Karen Gillan as Laura Baines, Marton Csokas as Joseph Wieder, Tommy Flanagan as Jimmy Remis, Harry Greenwood as Richard Finn, Thomas M. Wright as Wayne Devereaux, Elizabeth Blackmore as Dana Finn, Lynn Gilmartin as Diane Lynch, Pacharo Mzembe as Isaac Samuel, Paula Arundell as Susan Avery, Jane Harber as Catherine Finn, and Kelly Greyson as Emily Dietz.

MAYBE WATCH IT for what the webbed relationships among the characters ultimately mean and how they all tie into the case Roy Freeman is trying to solve.

The Smashing Machine (2025) is the biopic story of MMA/UFC champion Mark Kerr during at the infancy of MMA in the 1990s. What is clear is his commitment to training and winning, but his battle with opioid addiction and his troubled marriage are two of his major obstacles to success. The movie is rated R and runs two hours and 3 minutes. It is written and directed by Bennie Safdie. The major actors include Dwayne Johnson as Mark Kerr, Emily Blunt as Dawn Staples, Ryan Bader as Mark Coleman, Andre Tricoteux as Paul Varelans, Ilan Rosenberg as Coleman’s Cornerman, Jonathan Corbblah as UFC 1997 interviewer, and Nick Toren as UFC 1997 Photojournalist. The Smashing Machine is a gritty biographical sports drama following MMA legend Mark Kerr at the height of his career as he grapples with fame, addiction, and turbulent relationships. Directed by Benny Safdie, the film blends visceral fight sequences with an intimate exploration of personal struggle. Dwayne Johnson delivers a transformative, emotionally charged performance, backed by Emily Blunt, making it a compelling watch for both fight fans and those drawn to raw character studies.

MAYBE WATCH IT to see the behind the curtain and outside of the ring reality for MMA fighters and the toxic relationship between Mark Kerr and Dawn Staples.

Love Hurts (2025) is about a realtor forced to work with his former partner when his past comes back to haunt him and endanger his coworkers. He must also deal with his brother who wants revenge for leaving him while trying to keep his past life secret from the woman he is trying to impress at his job. The movie is rated R and runs one hour and 23 minutes. It is directed by Jonathan Eusebio and written by Matthew Murray, Josh Stoddard, and Luke Passmore. The major actors include Ke Huy Quan as Marvin Gable, Ariana DeBose as Rose Carlisle, Mustafa Shakir as The Raven, Lio Tipton as Ashley, Daniel Wu as Alvin Gable, Cam Gigandet as Renny Merlo, Marshawn Lynch as King, Sean Astin as Cliff Cussick, and Rhys Darby as Kippy Betts.

MAYBE SKIP IT for some of the lackluster humor throughout the movie although it has Ke Huy Quan in it so that’s a huge plus.

One Battle After Another (2025) is about a group of revolutionaries reuniting again to help find a kidnapped daughter of one of the members. The movie is rated R and runs two hours and 41 minutes. It is written by Paul Thomas Anderson and Thomas Pynchon and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. The major actors include Leonardo DeCaprio as Bob, Sean Penn as Col. Steven J. Lockjaw, Benicio del Toro as Sensei Sergio St. Carlos, Teyana Taylor as Perfidia, Regina Hall as Deandra, Wood Harris as Laredo, Alana Haim as Mae West, and Shayna McHayle as Junglepussy.

DEFINTELY WATCH IT for the great ensemble cast and how the puppet masters try to control the puppets behind the door.

Blackberry (2023) is the true story of the rise and fall of the creation of the Blackberry prototype. The movie is rated R and runs two hours. It is adapted from the book “Losing the Signal” by Jacquie McNish and Sean Silcoff with the screenplay written and directed by Matt Johnson. The major actors include Martin Donovan as Rick Brock, Jay Baruchel as Mike, Ben Petrie as Allan, Glenn Howerton as Jim, Matt Johnson as Doug, Saul Rubinek as John Woodman, Kelly Van der Burg as Jasmine, Laura Cilevitz as Shelley, and Michael Scott as Michael.

WATCH IT for the portrayal of Mike and Allan and learning the story behind the failure of Blackberry.

Trial by Fire (2025) is the true story about the trial and death of Cameron Todd Willingham who was charged with murdering his three children in Texas. The movie is rated R and runs two hours and 7 minutes. It is written by Geoffrey S. Fletcher and directed by Edward Zwick. The major actors include Jack O’Connell as Todd, Laura Dern as Elizabeth, Emily Meade as Stacy, Chris Coy as Daniels, Jeff Perry as Hurst, David Wilson Barnes as Reaves, Darren Pettie as Horton, McKinley Belcher III as Ponchai,

DEFINITELY WATCH IT for the relationship between Todd and Elizabeth as well the criminal justice system working for you, against you, or with you depending on social and economic status.

Triangle of Sadness (2022) is about a group of wealthy guests taking a luxury cruise and all the dysfunction that happens when they are stranded on an island after the ship capsizes. The movie is rated R and runs two hours and 27 minutes. It is written and directed by Ruben Östlund. The major actors include Harris Dickinson as Carl, Charlbi Dean as Yaya, Dolly de Leon as Abigail, Zlatko Burić as Dimitry, Iris Berben as Therese, Vicki Berlin as Paula, Henrik Dorsin as Jarmo, Woody Harrelson as Captain Thomas Smith, Sunnyi Melles as Vera, Amanda Walker as Clementine, and Oliver Ford Davies as Winston.

MAYBE SKIP IT for the length as some of the scenes drag on and if you aren’t used to watching black comedies.