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- 1Jessica Alba, Devon Aoki, Alexis BledelAn anthology of dark tales unfurls in Sin City, a stark neo-noir film. In the shadowy corners of Basin City, ex-convict Marv (Mickey Rourke) seeks vengeance for his lover's death. Meanwhile, Dwight (Clive Owen), tangled in a dangerous love triangle, navigates treacherous waters to protect Old Town's women. Simultaneously, honest cop Hartigan (Bruce Willis) fights to safeguard a young woman from a sadistic pedophile. Directed by Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller, this 2005 cinematic adaptation of Miller's graphic novels interweaves these stories with unflinching brutality and raw emotionality, earning it critical acclaim and several award nominations.More Sin City
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- 2Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma StoneIn the comedic horror sequel, Zombieland: Double Tap, we once more join the resilient foursome - Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg), Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson), Wichita (Emma Stone), and Little Rock (Abigail Breslin) - as they continue to navigate a post-apocalyptic America overrun by zombies. Their journey is further complicated by evolved, harder-to-kill zombies, internal tensions, and unexpected new companions. The film, directed by Ruben Fleischer, delivers a potent blend of laughter and terror while exploring the dynamics of an unconventional family in a world gone mad. The writing duo Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick return to deliver another hit filled with wit and action.
- 3Tommy Lee Jones, Will Smith, Rip TornMen in Black II is a blend of science fiction and comedy, released in 2002. Agent J (Will Smith) finds himself the sole protector of Earth from alien threats. However, when the devious Kylothian queen, Serleena (Lara Flynn Boyle), plots to destroy humanity, J must bring his former partner, Agent K (Tommy Lee Jones), out of retirement. Despite K's memory wipe from the first film, he remains the only one with knowledge capable of defeating Serleena. This sequel also features an expanded universe and more outrageous alien designs, maintaining its predecessor's playful tone while introducing fresh narrative elements.More Men in Black II
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- 4Rosario Dawson, Brian O'Halloran, Jeff AndersonNow in their 30s, slackers Dante (Brian O'Halloran) and Randal (Jeff Anderson) find that they must change their lives and expand their horizons beyond pop culture and sex. After a disaster at their convenience store ends their employment there, they find new jobs at Mooby's, a fast-food empire.More Clerks II
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- 5Rose McGowan, Rosario Dawson, Kurt RussellThis film is a 2007 American action-exploitation film written and directed by Quentin Tarantino. The film centers on a psychopathic stunt man, Stuntman Mike played by Kurt Russell, who stalks young women before taking them out in staged car incidents using his stunt car. The film pays homage to the exploitation and muscle cars genres of the 1970s, and stars Kurt Russell, Rosario Dawson, Vanessa Ferlito, Jordan Ladd, Rose McGowan, Sydney Tamiia Poitier, Tracie Thoms, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, and Zoë Bell as herself.More Death Proof
- 6Denzel Washington, Chris Pine, Rosario DawsonWhen a massive, unmanned locomotive roars out of control, the threat is more ominous than just a derailment. The train is laden with toxic chemicals, and an accident would decimate human life and cause an environmental disaster. The only hope of bringing the train to a safe stop is in the hands of a veteran engineer (Denzel Washington) and a young conductor (Chris Pine), who must risk their lives to save those in the runaway's path. Inspired by true events.More Unstoppable
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- 7Dwayne Johnson, Seann William Scott, Rosario DawsonBeck (The Rock) is a tight-lipped bounty hunter who doesn't like to use a gun and accepts any job without asking questions. When Beck's employer, Walker (William Lucking), sends him to the Amazon to locate Walker's cocky son, Travis (Seann William Scott), Beck discovers a population controlled by a tyrannical treasure hunter (Christopher Walken). To survive, Beck and Travis must work together, without their affections for a mysterious rebel (Rosario Dawson) getting in the way.More The Rundown
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- 8Rosario Dawson, Keri Russell, Nathan FillionWonder Woman is a 2009 direct-to-DVD animated superhero film focusing on the superheroine of the same name. The plot of the film is loosely based on George Pérez's reboot of the character, specifically the "Gods and Mortals" arc that started the character's second volume in 1987. It is the fourth in the line of DC Universe Animated Original Movies released by Warner Premiere and Warner Bros. Animation. The film is directed by Lauren Montgomery, who directed the second act of Superman: Doomsday and did storyboard work for Justice League: The New Frontier, and written by Gail Simone and Michael Jelenic. As with all previous releases in this line of films, it is produced by acclaimed DC Comics animation veteran Bruce Timm.
- 9Kurt Russell, Rose McGowan, Freddy RodríguezGrindhouse, a double feature film by Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino, is a unique cinematic experience. It's first part, Planet Terror (Rodriguez), sets the stage with Cherry Darling (Rose McGowan), an exotic dancer who becomes an unlikely heroine in the face of a zombie apocalypse. Then comes Death Proof (Tarantino), a gritty thriller featuring Stuntman Mike (Kurt Russell), a psychopath who uses his death-defying car to execute his murderous plans. This homage to exploitation B-movie thrillers of the 60s and 70s laces horror and action with dark humor and over-the-top gore, making Grindhouse an unforgettable ride.
- 10Rosario Dawson, Taye Diggs, Jesse L. MartinIn this musical, set at the dawn of the 1990s, a group of New Yorkers struggle with their careers, love lives and the effects of the AIDS epidemic on their community. Mark (Anthony Rapp), an aspiring filmmaker, and Roger (Adam Pascal), an HIV-positive musician, scramble for money to pay rent to their landlord and former roommate, Benny (Taye Diggs). Meanwhile, their friend Tom (Jesse L. Martin), a professor, has fallen for Angel (Wilson Jermaine Heredia), who is slowly dying of AIDS.More Rent
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- 11Logan Lerman, Brandon T. Jackson, Alexandra DaddarioIn Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief, Percy Jackson (Logan Lerman) finds his world turned upside down when he discovers he's no ordinary teenager, but a demigod. Son of Poseidon (Kevin McKidd), Percy embarks on a fantastical journey across modern-day America to prevent a war among the gods. With his friends Annabeth Chase (Alexandra Daddario) and Grover Underwood (Brandon T. Jackson), they must retrieve Zeus's stolen lightning bolt and clear Percy's name. This action-packed adventure film, directed by Chris Columbus, weaves Greek mythology into contemporary times, offering a fresh take on classic tales.
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- #93 of 200 onThe 195+ Greatest Adventure Movies
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- 12Will Smith, Rosario Dawson, Michael EalyA life-shattering secret torments Ben Thomas (Will Smith). In order to find redemption, he sets out to change the lives of seven strangers. Over the course of his journey, he meets and falls in love with a cardiac patient named Emily (Rosario Dawson), and in so doing, complicates his mission.More Seven Pounds
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- 13Leo Fitzpatrick, Justin Pierce, Chloë SevignyDelving into the raw and unfiltered reality of youth, Kids is a riveting drama directed by Larry Clark. The narrative orbits around Telly (Leo Fitzpatrick), who prides himself on deflowering virgins, and his reckless friend Casper (Justin Pierce). Unbeknownst to Telly, a former partner Jenny (Chloë Sevigny) learns she's HIV positive, setting off a desperate quest across New York City. As their paths converge, Kids paints an unsettling portrait of teenage life. Complemented by an authentic cast and gritty storytelling, it offers an uncompromising look at the consequence-laden world of adolescence.More Kids
- 14James McAvoy, Rosario Dawson, Vincent CasselSimon (James McAvoy), a fine-art auctioneer, joins a gang of thieves led by Franck (Vincent Cassel) to steal a priceless Goya painting. During the heist Simon suffers a head injury and awakes with no memory of where he hid the artwork. When torture and physical threats fail to break through his amnesia, Franck hires a hypnotherapist named Elizabeth (Rosario Dawson) to find the answer. But as Elizabeth probes the recesses of Simon's mind, the lines between truth and deceit start to blur.More Trance
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- 15Kevin James, Rosario Dawson, Leslie BibbIn the light-hearted comedy Zookeeper, Kevin James stars as Griffin Keyes, a well-intentioned but hapless zookeeper at Boston's Franklin Park Zoo. Desperate to win back his ex-girlfriend Stephanie (Leslie Bibb), Griffin considers leaving his beloved job. However, the zoo animals break their code of silence to help him understand the rules of courtship in the animal kingdom. Alongside the main plot, we meet memorable characters like Bernie the Gorilla (voiced by Nick Nolte) and Joe the Lion (voiced by Sylvester Stallone). This family-friendly film provides a humorous exploration of love and friendship in unexpected places.More Zookeeper
- #39 of 94 onThe 75+ Best Family Comedy Movies
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- 16Rachael Leigh Cook, Tara Reid, Rosario DawsonJosie (Rachael Leigh Cook), Melody (Tara Reid) and Val (Rosario Dawson) are three small-town girl musicians determined to take their rock band out of their garage and straight to the top, while remaining true to their look, style and sound. They get a record deal which brings fame and fortune but soon realize they are pawns of two people who want to control the youth of America. They must clear their names, even if it means losing fame and fortune.
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- 17Ed Norton, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Barry PepperIn New York City in the days following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, Monty Brogan (Edward Norton) steels himself for a lengthy jail term. Brogan is a convicted drug dealer about to start a seven-year prison sentence, and his final hours of freedom are devoted to hanging out with his closest buddies (Philip Seymour Hoffman, Barry Pepper) and trying to prepare his girlfriend, Naturelle Riviera (Rosario Dawson), for his extended absence.More 25th Hour
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- 18Shia LaBeouf, Michelle Monaghan, Rosario DawsonJerry Shaw (Shia LaBeouf) and Rachel Holloman (Michelle Monaghan) are two strangers whose lives are suddenly thrown into turmoil by a mysterious woman they have never met. Threatening their lives and family, the unseen caller uses everyday technology to control their actions and push them into increasing danger. As events escalate, Jerry and Rachel become the country's most-wanted fugitives and must figure out what is happening to them.More Eagle Eye
- 19Colin Farrell, Angelina Jolie, Val KilmerAlexander is an epic historical drama, spotlighting the life and exploits of Alexander the Great (Colin Farrell). Born to King Philip II of Macedon (Val Kilmer) and Olympias (Angelina Jolie), Alexander ascends to the throne at a young age. Inheriting his father's kingdom, he embarks on a conquest that spans continents. As he navigates love, betrayal, war, and ambition, we witness the making of one of history's most formidable leaders. Directed by Oliver Stone, this film offers a sweeping view of Alexander's world - from Greece to Egypt and beyond. The movie won the World Soundtrack Award for Best Original Song Written Directly for a Film in 2005.More Alexander
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- 20Cameron Monaghan, Nathan Fillion, Rebecca RomijnA substitute Superman arrives following the real Superman's death.
- 21Rosario Dawson, Spencer Grammer, Vanessa FerlitoDescent is a 2007 American thriller film directed by Talia Lugacy and produced by and starring Rosario Dawson.
- 22Denzel Washington, Ray Allen, Milla JovovichIn He Got Game, a compelling drama directed by Spike Lee, the story revolves around Jake Shuttlesworth (Denzel Washington), a prison inmate. His ticket to a reduced sentence lies in persuading his estranged son, Jesus (Ray Allen), a top-ranking basketball prospect, to play for the state governor's alma mater. The plot unfurls as father and son grapple with their past and future amidst the pressure-cooker world of college basketball recruitment. This film won an award for Best Original Score at the 1998 Black Reel Awards.More He Got Game
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- 23Vanessa Hudgens, Rosario Dawson, Brendan FraserA pregnant teen (Vanessa Hudgens) learns to break the bonds of her past and embrace her future after taking refuge at a shelter for homeless youths.
- 24Diane Lane, Mickey Rourke, Thomas JaneA veteran assassin (Mickey Rourke) and his dangerous young partner (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) pursue a woman (Diane Lane) and her husband (Thomas Jane) who stumbled upon an extortion scheme. Though the frightened couple enter the Witness Protection Program, they fear that the government is no match for two relentless killers.
- 25Eddie Murphy, Alec Baldwin, Rosario DawsonThe Adventures of Pluto Nash is a 2002 Australian-American science fiction comedy film directed by Ron Underwood and starring Eddie Murphy.
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- 26Rosario Dawson, Steve Buscemi, Vera FarmigaLove in the Time of Money is a 2002 American romantic comedy-drama film written and directed by Peter Mattei, and starring Steve Buscemi, Vera Farmiga, Rosario Dawson, Malcolm Gets, Jill Hennessy and Adrian Grenier. The film had its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 11, 2002, and was given a limited release in the United States on November 1, 2002.
- 27Usher, Forest Whitaker, Rosario DawsonThe topical story of a group of high school students who form a protest when they become fed up with their school's poor conditions. After a shot is accidentally fired and a police officer is wounded, the resulting stand-off results in a media frenzy that pits the dirt-digging media against the well-intentioned students.More Light It Up
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- 28Freddie Prinze, Julia Stiles, Selma BlairCollege coeds in New York City, Al (Freddie Prinze Jr.), the son of a celebrity chef (Henry Winkler), and Imogen (Julia Stiles), a talented artist, become smitten the second they lay eyes on one another at a bar. However, the road to happiness is not a smooth one. Outside forces, including a predatory porn star (Selma Blair) who wants to lure Al into her bed, threaten to pull apart the young lovers before their romance has a chance to really flourish.More Down to You
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- 29Robert Downey, Shia LaBeouf, Chazz PalminteriDito Montiel (Robert Downey Jr.), a successful author, receives a call from his long-suffering mother (Dianne Wiest), asking him to return home and visit his ailing father. Dito recalls his childhood growing up in a violent neighborhood in Queens, N.Y., with friends Antonio (Channing Tatum), Giuseppe, Nerf and Mike.
- 30Bruce Willis, 50 Cent, Rosario DawsonFire with Fire is a 2012 drama film directed by David Barrett. A fireman takes an unexpected course of action when a man whom he's been ordered to testify against—after being held up at a local convenience store—threatens him.
