A Time to Kill

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(1996)

Genre: Drama

Director: Joel Schumacher

Writers: John Grisham, Akiva Goldsman

Producers: William M. Elvin, John Grisham, Hunt Lowry, Arnon Milchan, Michael G. Nathanson

Synopsis: A young lawyer defends a black man accused of murdering two men who raped his 10-year-old daughter, sparking a rebirth of the KKK. -- (Written by IMDb Editors)

Cast:

• Matthew McConaughey
• Sandra Bullock
• Samuel L. Jackson
• Kevin Spacey
• Oliver Platt
• Charles S. Dutton
• Donald Sutherland
• Kiefer Sutherland
• Ashley Judd

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The Paperboy

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(2012)

Genre: Thriller

Director: Lee Daniels

Writers: Lee Daniels, Peter Dexter

Producers: Michael Benaroya, Ed Cathell III, Lee Daniels, Cassian Elwes, Asger Hussain, Simone Sheffield, Hilary Shor

 

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Synopsis: A sexually and racially charged film noir from Oscar-nominated director Lee Daniels (Precious), The Paperboy takes audiences deep into the backwaters of steamy 1960s South Florida, as investigative reporter Ward Jansen (Matthew McConaughey) and his partner Yardley Acheman (David Oyelowo) chase a sensational, career-making story. With the help of Ward's younger brother Jack (Zac Efron) and sultry death-row groupie Charlotte Bless (Nicole Kidman), the pair tries to prove violent swamp-dweller Hillary Van Wetter (John Cusack) was framed for the murder of a corrupt local sheriff. Based on the provocative bestselling novel by Pete Dexter (Mulholland Falls, Rush), The Paperboy peels back a sleepy small town's decades-old façade of Southern gentility to reveal a quagmire of evil as dark as a Florida bayou. -- (Written by Millenium Films)

Cast:

• Zac Efron
• Nicole Kidman
• Matthew McConaughey
• John Cusack
• David Oyelowo
• Macy Gray

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Killer Joe

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(2011)

Genre: Thriller

Director: William Friedkin

Writer: Tracy Letts

Producers: Nicolas Chartier, Vicki Cherkas, Molly Conners, Scott Einbinder, Zev Foreman, Laurence Freed, Patrick Newall, Jamin O'Brien, Eli Selden, Roman Viaris-de-Lesegno, Ryan Westheimer, Doreen Wilcox Little, Christopher Woodrow

Synopsis: When 22 year-old drug dealer Chris (Hirsch) has his stash of drugs stolen from him by his mother, he has to come up with six-thousand dollars quick, or he's dead. Desperate, he goes to the trailer-park to see his father, Ansel (Hayden Church), and he lays out the plan. Chris's mother, who everyone hates, has a life insurance policy that would clear up his debt and make them all rich. The problem is that Chris' mother is very much alive. Enter Detective "Killer" Joe Cooper, a hired hit man with the manners of a Southern gentleman, who will do the job - for an upfront fee, that Chris and Ansel can't pay. Just as Joe is about to leave, he spots Dottie (Temple), Chris' innocent younger sister. Joe makes Chris an offer, he'll keep Dottie as sexual collateral until the money is collected and his fee can be paid. -- (Written by Voltage Pictures)

Cast:

• Emile Hirsch
• Matthew McConaughey
• Juno Temple
• Thomas Haden Church
• Gina Gershon

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Magic Mike

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(2012)

Genre: Comedy/Drama

Director: Steven Soderbergh

Writer: Reid Carolin

Producers: Reid Carolin, Gregory Jacobs, Channing Tatum, Nick Wechsler

Synopsis: Set in the world of male strippers, Magic Mike is directed by Steven Soderbergh and stars Channing Tatum in a story inspired by his real life. The film follows Mike (Tatum) as he takes a young dancer called The Kid (Pettyfer) under his wing and schools him in the fine arts of partying, picking up women, and making easy money. -- (Written by Warner Bros. Pictures)

Cast:

• Channing Tatum
• Matthew McConaughey
• Alex Pettyfer
• Olivia Munn
• Cody Horn
• Joe Manganiello
• Matt Bomer

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Bernie

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 (2011)

Genre: Comedy/Drama

Director: Richard Linklater

Writers: Richard Linklater, Skip Hollandsworth

Producers: Michael Bassick, William T. Conway, John Paul DeJoria, Donald Fox, Jack Gilardi Jr., Liz Glotzer, Alex Gudim, Lissa Gudim, Ken Hirsh, Rav Indran, Hardy Justice, Todd J. Labarowski, Johnny Lin, Richard Linklater, Sean McEwen, David McFadzean, Kirsten McMurray, Dete Meserve, Duncan Montgomery, Mark Mower, Darby Parker, Judd Payne, Celine Rattray, Tiller Russell, Jack Selby, Martin Shafer, Ginger Sledge, John Sloss, Shane Stanger, Matt Williams

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Synopsis: In the tiny, rural town of Carthage, TX, assistant funeral director Bernie Tiede was one of the town's most beloved residents. He taught Sunday school, sang in the church choir and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Everyone loved and appreciated Bernie, so it came as no surprise when he befriended Marjorie Nugent, an affluent widow who was as well known for her sour attitude as her fortune. Bernie frequently traveled with Marjorie and even managed her banking affairs. Marjorie quickly became fully dependent on Bernie and his generosity and Bernie struggled to meet her increasing demands. Bernie continued to handle her affairs, and the townspeople went months without seeing Marjorie. The people of Carthage were shocked when it was reported that Marjorie Nugent had been dead for some time, and Bernie Tiede was being charged with the murder. -- (Written by Millenium Entertainment)

Cast:

• Jack Black
• Shirley MacLaine
• Matthew McConaughey

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Boys On the Side

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(1995)

Genre: Drama/Comedy

Director: Herbert Ross

Writer: Don Roos

Synopsis: Jane is a night club singer, out of work. Robin is a quirky real estate agent looking for a ride-share to accompany her to California. Her advertisement is answered by Jane, who at first was uncertain about her. A stop in Pittsburgh picks up a third, Holly, escaping a violent and drug-dealing partner. Girls on the road, reaching understanding, respect, and care for each other. But this trio is different - Jane a lesbian, Robin suffering with AIDS, and Holly running from her past, seeking one-night stands and a good man. (Written by Bruce Cameron)

Cast:

• Whoopi Goldberg
• Mary-Louise Parker
• Drew Barrymore
• Matthew McConaughey

 

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