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At an archaeological dig in the ancient city of Hamunaptra, an American serving in the French Foreign Legion accidentally awakens a mummy who begins to wreak havoc as he searches for the reincarnation of his long-lost love. [more inside]
posted by Carillon on Apr 26, 2024 - 11 comments

When the widow of a mass shooting victim sues the gun manufacturer for negligence, her principled attorney Wendell Rohr (Dustin Hoffman) must contend with interference from the notorious Rankin Fitch (Gene Hackman), a ruthless jury consultant who will do anything to secure a favorable verdict for his industry backers. But their David vs. Goliath battle is scrambled when reluctant juror Nick Easter (John Cusack) turns out to be a savvy manipulator working with accomplice Marlee (Rachel Weisz) to sway the jury to the highest bidder. Their gambit infuriates Fitch and puts Rohr's ideals to the test -- but what is the duo's real agenda? [more inside]
posted by Rhaomi on Apr 19, 2024 - 5 comments

Two researchers in a green alternative energy project are put on the run when they are framed for murder and treason. [more inside]
posted by Carillon on Feb 5, 2024 - 8 comments

The Watcher does not normally do sequels but... [more inside]
posted by Karmakaze on Dec 26, 2023 - 7 comments

The Mantle twins, identical from head to toe, are on a mission to change the way women give birth. [more inside]
posted by ellieBOA on May 7, 2023 - 2 comments

Of the two Claus brothers, Fred (Vince Vaughn) is the troublemaker and polar opposite of his saintly sibling, Nicholas (Paul Giamatti). When Fred's criminal ways finally land him in big trouble, Nicholas bails him out and brings him to the North Pole to work off the debt by making toys. The headaches mount for St. Nick, who not only must deal with his troublemaking brother, but also an efficiency expert who has come to evaluate Santa's operation. [more inside]
posted by DirtyOldTown on Dec 14, 2022 - 5 comments

The mummified body of Imhotep is shipped to a museum in London, where he once again wakes and begins his campaign of rage and terror. [more inside]
posted by Carillon on Nov 17, 2022 - 1 comment

The Brothers Bloom are the best con men in the world, swindling millionaires with complex scenarios of lust and intrigue. Now they've decided to take on one last job - showing a beautiful and eccentric heiress the time of her life... [more inside]
posted by Marky on Oct 5, 2022 - 9 comments

In early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne occupies the throne and her close friend Lady Sarah governs the country in her stead. When a new servant Abigail arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah.
posted by everybody had matching towels on Nov 29, 2018 - 36 comments

A woman returns to her Orthodox Jewish community that shunned her for her attraction to a female childhood friend. Once back, their passions reignite as they explore the boundaries of faith and sexuality.
posted by ellieBOA on Jul 22, 2018 - 2 comments

Acclaimed writer and historian Deborah E. Lipstadt must battle for historical truth to prove the Holocaust actually occurred when David Irving, a renowned denier, sues her for libel. [more inside]
posted by Gin and Broadband on Jan 29, 2017 - 3 comments

In a dystopian near future, single people, according to the laws of The City, are taken to The Hotel, where they are obliged to find a romantic partner in forty-five days or are transformed into beasts and sent off into The Woods. [more inside]
posted by sapagan on May 12, 2016 - 37 comments