5. Boyz n the Hood (1991) Directed by John Singleton, rated R, 107 minutesBoyz n the Hood is a dark and honest look at black culture in the 90's, about a group of friends growing up in a Los Angeles ghetto. This bold and honest film, is an incredibly well written and well paced morality tale. John Singleton received Academy Award nominations for Best Director and Original Screenplay, and Boyz n the Hood definitely deserved the recognition. You'll like it if: You like movies about black culture, Cuba Gooding Jr. or Juice.
4. Pusher (1996) Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, not rated, 105 minutes
Pusher is a brutal and disturbing Danish cult film about a drug pusher who gets arrested during a drug deal he doesn't have the money to back up, and begins a frantic quest to pay his debts.
Pusher takes an honest look at drug dealers, without glamorizing or damning them. Pusher is fantastic because of it's excellent music and interesting visual style. You'll like it if: You like movies about drugs, disturbing movies, or Layer Cake.
3. Pulp Fiction (1994) Directed by Quentin Tarantino, rated R, 154 minutes
Pulp Fiction was probably the most influential movie of all of the 90's and there's good reason for it. Pulp Fiction is about four intertwined tales about gangsters and criminals. The fantastic, non-linear plot never slows down and the characters are so well written, you could watch them do nothing and still enjoy it. Pulp Fiction has it all: hilarious dialogue, shootouts, great music and interesting stories. You'll like it if: You like dialogue heavy movies, Samuel L. Jackson or Reservoir Dogs.
2. Miller's Crossing (1990) Directed by Joel Coen, rated R, 115 minutes
Miller's Crossing is a brilliant and darkly funny neo-noir film about a gangster who plays the two gangs in town off each other to stay alive.
All of the acting is great, but John Turturro gives a truly unforgettable performance. This film is ridiculously well written, there's twists and turns all the way through, and the Coen brothers' visual style makes Miller's Crossing a feast for the eyes. This is an undoubtedly amazing movie that entertains in every way. You like it if: You like the Coen brother's films, Gabriel Byre or A Fistful of Dollars.
1. Get Carter (1971) Directed by Mike Hodges, rated R, minutes
Get Carter is a masterfully made British film about a gangster who comes back to his home town to investigate the death of his brother. Michael Caine sinks into the lead role, in one of the most intimidating and menacing roles of all time. This dark and brooding film takes no prisoners, and is an absolute masterpiece. You'll like it if: You like British cinema, Michael Caine or The Italian Job.
4. Pusher (1996) Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, not rated, 105 minutes
Pusher is a brutal and disturbing Danish cult film about a drug pusher who gets arrested during a drug deal he doesn't have the money to back up, and begins a frantic quest to pay his debts.
Pusher takes an honest look at drug dealers, without glamorizing or damning them. Pusher is fantastic because of it's excellent music and interesting visual style. You'll like it if: You like movies about drugs, disturbing movies, or Layer Cake.3. Pulp Fiction (1994) Directed by Quentin Tarantino, rated R, 154 minutes
Pulp Fiction was probably the most influential movie of all of the 90's and there's good reason for it. Pulp Fiction is about four intertwined tales about gangsters and criminals. The fantastic, non-linear plot never slows down and the characters are so well written, you could watch them do nothing and still enjoy it. Pulp Fiction has it all: hilarious dialogue, shootouts, great music and interesting stories. You'll like it if: You like dialogue heavy movies, Samuel L. Jackson or Reservoir Dogs.
2. Miller's Crossing (1990) Directed by Joel Coen, rated R, 115 minutes
Miller's Crossing is a brilliant and darkly funny neo-noir film about a gangster who plays the two gangs in town off each other to stay alive.
All of the acting is great, but John Turturro gives a truly unforgettable performance. This film is ridiculously well written, there's twists and turns all the way through, and the Coen brothers' visual style makes Miller's Crossing a feast for the eyes. This is an undoubtedly amazing movie that entertains in every way. You like it if: You like the Coen brother's films, Gabriel Byre or A Fistful of Dollars.1. Get Carter (1971) Directed by Mike Hodges, rated R, minutes
Get Carter is a masterfully made British film about a gangster who comes back to his home town to investigate the death of his brother. Michael Caine sinks into the lead role, in one of the most intimidating and menacing roles of all time. This dark and brooding film takes no prisoners, and is an absolute masterpiece. You'll like it if: You like British cinema, Michael Caine or The Italian Job.
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