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1Emile Hirsch, Marcia Gay Harden, William HurtInto the Wild is a riveting biographical drama that chronicles the life of Christopher McCandless (Emile Hirsch), a young man who abandons societal norms to embark on an odyssey into nature. Directed by Sean Penn, this cinematic masterpiece scooped up numerous awards for its poignant depiction of human longing for freedom and truth. The film's narrative unfolds in the wild expanses of Alaska, where McCandless seeks solace and self-discovery. Along his journey, he encounters a series of characters that shape his understanding of life and survival. His quest is not merely physical; it's a deep spiritual journey into the unknown. Into the Wild, while being a tale of adventure, also explores themes of solitude, identity, and the human relationship with nature.More Into the Wild
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2Emile Hirsch, Elisha Cuthbert, Timothy OlyphantMatthew Kidman (Emile Hirsch), a high school senior with political ambitions, finds his world turned upside down when Danielle (Elisha Cuthbert), a former adult film star, moves in next door. The movie The Girl Next Door is an engaging blend of romance, comedy, and drama that sees Matthew navigating through the complications of love, friendship, and coming-of-age. As Matthew's life becomes intertwined with Danielle's mysterious past, he must confront societal norms and personal fears. The narrative unfolds in unexpected ways, challenging our perceptions of conformity and rebellion. This film offers a fresh take on adolescent exploration and the unpredictable journey of self-discovery.More The Girl Next Door- #687 of 704 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
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- #225 of 473 onThe 400+ Best Chick Flicks Ever
3Emile Hirsch, Victor Rasuk, John RobinsonA drought in 1970s Southern California has an unexpected side effect: as people empty their swimming pools, a group of teen surfers from the Dogtown area of Venice Beach move in with skateboards, and a new sport is born. Based on a true story, this film follows "Z-Boys" skate team members Stacy Peralta (John Robinson), Tony Alva (Victor Rasuk) and Jay Adams (Emile Hirsch), plus manager Skip Engblom (Heath Ledger), as their fearless "pool surfing" leads to fame, fortune -- and misfortune.More Lords of Dogtown- #152 of 209 onThe Best Sports Movies Ever Made
- #105 of 143 onThe Best Movies of 2005
- #197 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
4Bruce Willis, Emile Hirsch, Justin TimberlakeAlpha Dog, a true crime drama, unravels the chilling tale of Jesse James Hollywood (Emile Hirsch), a drug dealer who became one of the youngest men ever to be on the FBI's Most Wanted List. The plot thickens as Johnny Truelove (Justin Timberlake), Hollywood's right-hand man, kidnaps Zack Mazursky (Anton Yelchin), the brother of a debtor, setting off a series of events that spiral out of control. The movie, directed by Nick Cassavetes, paints a stark picture of suburban youth lost in the underworld of organized crime.More Alpha Dog- Dig Deeper...The Real-Life Murder That Inspired 'Alpha Dog'
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5Twice Born
Penélope Cruz, Emile Hirsch, Jane BirkinTwice Born is a 2013 film directed by Sergio Castellitto. It is based on a novel by Margaret Mazzantini.
6Sean Penn, Emile Hirsch, Josh BrolinMilk is a stirring biographical drama that chronicles the life of Harvey Milk (Sean Penn), the first openly gay person to be elected to public office in California. The narrative traces his journey from New York City to San Francisco, where he becomes a political force as a city supervisor, advocating for gay rights. Alongside Milk are his supportive confidantes Scott Smith (James Franco) and Cleve Jones (Emile Hirsch). Directed by Gus Van Sant, this film won two Academy Awards, including Best Actor for Penn. Through its vivid depiction of 1970s politics and culture, Milk presents an influential figure who reshaped American civil rights.More Milk- #220 of 675 onThe Best Movies Roger Ebert Gave Four Stars
- #160 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
- #27 of 55 onThe Best Oscar-Nominated Movies of the 2000s
7Kieran Culkin, Jena Malone, Emile HirschFrancis Doyle (Emile Hirsch) and Tim Sullivan (Kieran Culkin), and their closest friends, are fighting the stultifying repression of their parish school. Foremost among the forces of evil is the stern and disapproving nun, Sister Assumpta (Jodie Foster), who rules their lives. She seizes their artwork one day, setting the boys on an obsessed trail of revenge that ultimately changes their lives.- #142 of 152 onThe Best Movies of 2002
- #34 of 61 onThe Best Coming of Age Movies About Boys
- #39 of 43 on30+ Very Preppy Movies with the Preppiest Characters
8Liev Schreiber, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Emile HirschTaking Woodstock is a 2009 American comedy-drama film about the Woodstock Festival of 1969, directed by Ang Lee. The film premiered at the 2009 Cannes Film Festival, and opened in New York and Los Angeles on August 26, 2009, before its wide theatrical release two days later.
9Emile Hirsch, Christina Ricci, Susan SarandonIn Speed Racer, a vibrant, high-octane live-action adaptation of the 1960s animated series, Speed Racer (Emile Hirsch) is an ambitious race car driver with extraordinary talent. Supported by his parents, Pops (John Goodman) and Mom (Susan Sarandon), and girlfriend Trixie (Christina Ricci), Speed races in his father's designed Mach 5 car. When he refuses a lucrative offer from Royalton Industries's menacing owner (Roger Allam), Speed finds himself targeted by corporate villains. As he battles on and off the track, Speed learns that winning isn't just about crossing the finish line first but also about the journey taken to get there.More Speed Racer- #20 of 20 on20 'Bad' Sci-Fi Movies That Are Actually Good
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10Paul Rudd, Emile Hirsch, Lance LeGaultTwo road-crew workers (Paul Rudd, Emile Hirsch) spend the summer of 1988 isolated and away from their city lives, eventually finding themselves at odds with each other and their women back home.
11Emile Hirsch, Max Minghella, Olivia ThirlbyYoung entrepreneurs Sean (Emile Hirsch) and Ben (Max Minghella) meet stranded travelers Natalie (Olivia Thirlby) and Anne (Rachael Taylor) at a hot Moscow nightclub. Their whole world changes in an instant when an alien attack devastates the city and everything goes dark. Joined by a Swedish businessman (Joel Kinnaman), the youths emerge from hiding days later and must somehow fight back against a nearly invisible enemy that could find and disintegrate them at any moment.More The Darkest Hour- #10 of 15 onUnderrated Sci-Fi Movies Where Earth Fends Off An Alien Invasion
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12Taylor Kitsch, Blake Lively, Aaron Taylor-JohnsonCalifornia entrepreneurs Ben (Aaron Johnson) and Chon (Taylor Kitsch) run a lucrative business raising marijuana and share a one-of-a-kind love with beautiful O (Blake Lively). Life in Laguna Beach is idyllic for them, until Elena (Salma Hayek), the merciless leader of the Mexican Baja Cartel, moves in and demands a piece of the action. However, Elena underestimates the trio's unbreakable bond, and with the help of a shady DEA agent (John Travolta), Ben, Chon and O go to war.More Savages- 13Emile Hirsch, John Cusack, Danny WebbA once-peaceful frontier town becomes a den of vice after vicious outlaw Dutch Albert and his gang arrive and begin gunning down their opposition. Undertaker Patrick Tate must now choose between the blood money he makes burying the murderers' victims and the threats he and his family face as the death toll continues to rise.
14Kevin Kline, Patrick Dempsey, Jesse EisenbergThe Emperor's Club is a 2002 American drama film directed by Michael Hoffman and stars Kevin Kline. It tells the story of a prep school teacher and his students at a fictional boys' prep school, St. Benedict's Academy, in Andover, Massachusetts. It was filmed at Emma Willard School in Troy, New York, although St. Benedict's Academy is said to be modeled after Phillips Academy, a preparatory school in Andover, Massachusetts.More The Emperor's Club- #43 of 51 onThe Best Movies Based on Short Stories
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15The Motel Life
Dakota Fanning, Kris Kristofferson, Emile HirschThe Motel Life is a 2012 drama mystery thriller film written by Micah Fitzerman-Blue and Noah Harpster and directed by Alan Polsky and Gabe Polsky.
16Forest Whitaker, Brendan Fraser, Sarah Michelle GellarFour stories are linked by a Chinese proverb and overlapping characters. A usually unadventurous man (Forest Whitaker) loses big on a horse race and robs a bank to pay off a gangster (Andy Garcia). The gangster's nephew goes on the town with a hit man (Brendan Fraser) who can see into the future. The hit man falls for a pop star (Sarah Michelle Gellar) whose contract is owned by the gangster. The pop star has a rare blood type sought by a doctor (Kevin Bacon) trying to save the love of his life.More The Air I Breathe- #46 of 153 onThe Best Movies Named After Songs
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17Emile Hirsch, Tom Guiry, Richard JenkinsIgnored by his father, Edgar (Richard Jenkins), ostracized by the local children and torn apart by the recent death of his mother, young teen Duncan Mudge (Emile Hirsch) begins behaving strangely. At first, he seeks comfort in the company of his pet chicken, and later he begins dressing in his late mother's clothing. When Mudge finds himself attracted to a local boy named Perry (Thomas Guiry), he has no one to help him understand his burgeoning homosexuality.
18Sigourney Weaver, Emile Hirsch, Jeff DanielsAfter their college athlete son (Kip Pardue) commits suicide, Sandy (Sigourney Weaver) and Ben Travis (Jeff Daniels) re-evaluate their relationship. Their teenage son, Tim (Emile Hirsch), offers some relief from the difficulties when Sandy starts smoking marijuana with him, though Ben feels excluded from their newfound friendship. When Tim realizes he is no longer attracted to his girlfriend, Steph (Suzanne Santo), his interest in neighbor Kyle (Ryan Donowho) takes on a whole new meaning.- 19Lexy Kolker, Emile Hirsch, Bruce DernFreaks is a 2018 American-Canadian science fiction thriller film directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein. 7-year-old Chloe (Lexy Kolker) escapes from her paranoid father (Emile Hirsch) to find a bizarre and threatening world.More Freaks
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Ellen Page, Javier Bardem, Emile Hirsch- 21Ryan Phillippe, Emile Hirsch, Mena SuvariThreatened by an extremist militant gang, a young couple leaves their Christian missionary station in Africa's Kalahari Desert. They crash their aircraft and must battle man and beast for their lives.More Prey
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22Aubrey Plaza, Emile Hirsch, Jemaine ClementLulu Danger's unhappy marriage takes a turn for the worse when a mysterious man from her past comes to town to perform.- 23Megan Fox, Bruce Willis, Emile HirschTwo FBI agents cross paths with Crawford, a Florida cop who's investigating a string of murders that appear to be related. When an undercover sting goes horribly wrong, Crawford soon finds himself in a twisted game of cat and mouse with the killer.
