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Steamy, thrilling, and heart-wrenching, Unfaithful explores the passionate and dangerous affair between Diane Lane's Connie and her unsuspecting husband, played by Richard Gere. As the story unfolds, the weight of deceit and the intoxicating allure of temptation lead to a twisted and shocking climax that will leave you questioning the limits of love and forgiveness.
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Adrian Lyne
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Set against the backdrop of Woodstock, Diane Lane returns to sizzle in another tale of infidelity, as Pearl Kantrowitz embarks on a passionate journey of self-discovery with the alluring Viggo Mortensen's Walker. As the summer of love burns bright, the simmering affair leaves both her husband and her world spinning in its wake.
- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Tony Goldwyn
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La Mujer de Mi Hermano
Bárbara Mori, Gaby Espino, Christian MeierSinfully seductive, La mujer de mi hermano follows the dangerously addictive affair between the gorgeous Zoe and her brother-in-law, played by the irresistible Christian Meier. As lust and desire spiral out of control, the secrets they keep weave a tangled web of deception and betrayal.
- Released: 2005
- Directed by: Ricardo de Montreuil
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With impeccable performances from Kate Winslet and Patrick Wilson, Little Children delves into the lives of two desperate housewives in suburban America. As their mundane routines give way to a passionate affair, the consequences of their actions threaten to tear apart their carefully constructed worlds.
- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Todd Field
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Barbara Hershey and Arie Verveen set the screen aflame in Caught, a fascinating blend of film noir and sexual melodrama. When a mysterious drifter sneaks into the life of a suburban housewife, a torrid affair leads to a spiral of betrayal, jealousy, and ultimately, murder.
- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Robert M. Young
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Lady Chatterley's Lover
Nicholas Clay, Shane Briant, Ann Mitchellsensual story of sexual awakening, Lady Chatterley's Lover follows the scorching affair between Sylvia Kristel's Constance and her strapping groundskeeper Oliver. Liberated from the constraints of societal norms, their love affair challenges the very fabric of their lives, making the heart race in more ways than one.
- Released: 1981
- Directed by: Just Jaeckin
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In this iconic film, Robert Redford's millionaire playboy offers Demi Moore's loving wife a sum too enticing to refuse for just one night of passion. As desire and temptation threaten to derail their once stable relationship, the couple grapples with the potentially disastrous consequences of their choices.
- Released: 1993
- Directed by: Adrian Lyne
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A compelling period drama, Lady Macbeth stars Florence Pugh as a young and bored 19th-century wife who finds passion and danger in the arms of a mysterious lover, played by Cosmo Jarvis. As their affair gains momentum, the weight of betrayal sets off a violent chain of events.
- Released: 2016
- Directed by: William Oldroyd
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Ewan McGregor and Tilda Swinton ignite the screen in this gripping tale of lust, betrayal, and murder. As both the story and the passionate affair between the lead characters unfold, it becomes increasingly apparent that no one can escape the grasp of their twisted destinies.
- Released: 2003
- Directed by: David Mackenzie
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uicy, risqué, and provocative, The Door in the Floor is a tantalizing tale of infidelity and revenge as a married couple's lives are forever changed by a young writer who takes up residence in their home. Jeff Bridges and Kim Basinger deliver unforgettable performances in this steamy drama that will have you questioning the meaning of true love.
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Tod Williams
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In the smoky realms of neo-noir cinema, The Postman Always Rings Twice stands as a tempestuous saga of carnal desire and chilling crime. Starring the indomitably attractive Jack Nicholson and the mesmerizing Jessica Lange, the plot unfurls scandalous love, tragic betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of a damning fate, leaving no piece of the American dream untarnished.
- Released: 1981
- Directed by: Bob Rafelson
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A provocative exploration of love, betrayal, and the price of freedom, Leaving stars Kristin Scott Thomas as a woman willing to risk it all for a scorching affair with the handsome Sergi López. As they navigate the complexities of their choices, the lasting impact of their liaison raises haunting questions about love and its limits.
- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Catherine Corsini
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Payback
Joan Severance, C. Thomas Howell, Breckin MeyerSteamy, sultry, and sinister, Payback tells the tale of two tormented souls driven by passion and greed. The film sheds light on the blood-stained love affair between Mary Stuart Masterson and Chris Penn, fueled by desire and the relentless pursuit of the ultimate payback.
- Released: 1995
- Directed by: Anthony Hickox
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Jennifer Lopez sizzles as a high school teacher seduced into a steamy and dangerous affair with a charming but obsessive teenage neighbor, played by Ryan Guzman. As lust spirals out of control, the forbidden liaison threatens to destroy not just her marriage, but her entire life.
- Released: 2015
- Directed by: Rob Cohen
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A ravishing period drama starring Keira Knightley as a British woman sharing her post-WWII home with its former German owners. As their lives intertwine, a simmering affair stoked by powerful emotions bubbles beneath the surface, leading all parties on an unexpected journey.
- Released: 2019
- Directed by: James Kent
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A daring and taboo-shattering story of two lifelong friends who embark on scandalous affairs with each other's sons, Adore challenges the conventional boundaries of love, desire, and friendship. Robin Wright and Naomi Watts give breathtaking performances that will linger in your mind long after the final scene.
- Released: 2013
- Directed by: Anne Fontaine
- 17In early-1970s Las Vegas, low-level mobster Sam "Ace" Rothstein (Robert De Niro) gets tapped by his bosses to head the Tangiers Casino. At first, he's a great success in the job, but over the years, problems with his loose-cannon enforcer Nicky Santoro (Joe Pesci), his ex-hustler wife Ginger (Sharon Stone), her con-artist ex Lester Diamond (James Woods) and a handful of corrupt politicians put Sam in ever-increasing danger. Martin Scorsese directs this adaptation of Nicholas Pileggi's book.
- Released: 1995
- Directed by: Martin Scorsese
- 1Joe Pesci42 Votes
- 2Sharon Stone33 Votes
- 3Alan King23 Votes
- 4James Woods23 Votes
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Set amidst the sultry backdrop of Paris in the 1940s, Delta of Venus tales the story of an American writer who delves into the scandalous world of erotic literature. As the line between fiction and reality blurs, her passionate affair imitates art, seductively exploring the dark side of desire.
- Released: 1995
- Directed by: Zalman King
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A sultry, steamy, and suspenseful film noir, Body Heat stars William Hurt as a down-on-his-luck lawyer seduced by the dangerously irresistible femme fatale, Matty Walker, portrayed by Kathleen Turner. As they begin a torrid and treacherous affair, the duo devises a twisted plan to murder Matty's husband and claim his fortune.
- Released: 1981
- Directed by: Lawrence Kasdan
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The Unfaithful Wife
Stéphane Audran, Maurice Ronet, Michel DuchaussoyThe Unfaithful Wife is a 1968 French film directed by Claude Chabrol. It was remade in English in 2002 as Unfaithful, directed by Adrian Lyne. The film had a total of 682,295 admissions in France.- Released: 1969
- Directed by: Claude Chabrol
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In the dizzying world of 1950s mental institutions, Natasha Richardson's Stella falls for the enigmatic inmate Edgar, portrayed by Marton Csokas. As their passionate and illicit affair ensues behind closed doors, the stakes are raised, and the consequences become increasingly dire.
- Released: 2005
- Directed by: David Mackenzie
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George Clooney delivers a powerful performance as a grieving husband who discovers his wife's infidelity, leading him on a quest to confront her lover, played by Matthew Lillard. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Hawaii, The Descendants offers a raw and emotional exploration of love, betrayal, and healing.
- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Alexander Payne
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A suburban tragedy laced with dark humor, American Beauty follows the unraveling lives of the Burnham family, as Kevin Spacey's disillusioned Lester becomes infatuated with his daughter's friend, played by Mena Suvari. It's an electrifying examination of love, desire, and the American Dream.
- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Sam Mendes
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Tilda Swinton gives a mesmerizing performance as the matriarch of a wealthy Italian family who embarks on a passionate and all-consuming affair with her son's friend. As love, lust, and desire take over, the consequences threaten the family's life and legacy.
- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Luca Guadagnino
- 25Caught in an affair with another man (Liev Schreiber), a scientist's callow wife (Naomi Watts) accompanies her husband (Edward Norton) to mainland China in the 1920s to fight a cholera epidemic. There, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery that leads to an unexpected chance at redemption.
- Released: 2006
- Directed by: John Curran
- 26Sparks fly when Violet (Jennifer Tilly) sets eyes on Corky (Gina Gershon) in an elevator. Violet is the girlfriend of a violent gangster, Caesar (Joe Pantoliano), while Corky is fresh out of prison and doing renovations on the apartment next door. As the two women launch into a passionate love affair, they assemble an intricate plan for Violet to escape from Caesar, with two million dollars of the mob's money -- but the important part is to make it out alive.
- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Lilly Wachowski, Lana Wachowski
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A heartfelt and unconventional love story, 5 to 7 sees the blossoming affair between an aspiring writer, played by Anton Yelchin, and a married woman, portrayed by Bérénice Marlohe. Navigating the blurred boundaries of their unconventional relationship, the couple grapples with the intricacies of love and desire.
- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Victor Levin
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In this steamy thriller, Nick Jonas plays a young man caught in a tangled web of desire and deceit with his married neighbor, portrayed by Isabel Lucas. As their passionate affair veers from seductive to sinister, the risks of their indiscretion rise to dangerous heights.
- Released: 2015
- Directed by: Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum
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A deadly game of cat and mouse, A Perfect Murder stars Michael Douglas as a wealthy husband who learns of his wife's affair, played by Gwyneth Paltrow, with a struggling artist, portrayed by Viggo Mortensen. The tale takes a dark turn as the husband plots the ultimate revenge.
- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Andrew Davis
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Dark, thrilling, and visually captivating, Nocturnal Animals tells the story of a woman, played by Amy Adams, who becomes increasingly haunted by a violent and unsettling novel written by her ex-husband, portrayed by Jake Gyllenhaal. As reality and fiction blur, the truth behind their past relationship is revealed, shrouded in betrayal and heartbreak.
- Released: 2016
- Directed by: Tom Ford
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A film noir classic, Double Indemnity stars Fred MacMurray as an insurance salesman seduced by the alluring Barbara Stanwyck, who plots an insurance scam with deadly consequences. As their affair intensifies, so does the web of lies and betrayal, ultimately leading to a chilling conclusion.
- Released: 1944
- Directed by: Billy Wilder
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Seductive and wickedly funny, To Die For stars Nicole Kidman as an ambitious cable TV weathergirl who becomes entangled in an illicit affair with a teenage lover. As their manipulative games spiral out of control, a series of events unfolds that no one could have foreseen, resulting in deadly consequences.
- Released: 1995
- Directed by: Gus Van Sant
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A groundbreaking and sensual film, Desert Hearts delves into the unexpected and forbidden love affair between two women in the 1950s Nevada desert. As they explore their newfound desires, their passion challenges societal norms, forcing them to make difficult and life-changing decisions.
- Released: 1985
- Directed by: Donna Deitch
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In this epic adaptation of Homer's Iliad, Diane Kruger embodies the legendary Helen of Troy, whose infamous affair with the handsome prince, Paris, played by Orlando Bloom, sparks the Trojan War. A tale of love, war, and the price of desire, Troy is a must-watch for history and romance buffs alike.
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Wolfgang Petersen
- 1Eric Bana27 Votes
- 2Sean Bean29 Votes
- 3Orlando Bloom25 Votes
- 4Brad Pitt34 Votes
- 35One-time lovers Jerry (Jeremy Irons) and Emma (Patricia Hodge) meet in a London pub for the first time since their breakup. Emma informs Jerry that she's confessed to her husband, Robert (Ben Kingsley), about their affair. From there, in reverse chronology, they ruminate on the highs and lows of their tumultuous seven-year relationship, from their first meeting, to the eventual chilling of their romance, to their betrayal of cuckold Robert, Jerry's best friend.
- Released: 1983
- Directed by: David Jones
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With spellbinding performances by Julianne Moore, Liam Neeson, and Amanda Seyfried, Chloe unravels a tale of suspicion, deceit, and desire as a wife hires an escort to test her husband's fidelity, only to find herself ensnared in a twisted web of her own curiosity and craving.
- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Atom Egoyan
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A gripping drama laced with raw emotion, Closer navigates the turbulent lives and relationships of four people caught in a web of passion, desire, and deceit. With unforgettable performances by Julia Roberts, Jude Law, Natalie Portman, and Clive Owen, this film delves deep into the complexities of love, lust, and betrayal.
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Mike Nichols
- 38A woman (Elizabeth Olsen) and her lover (Oscar Isaac) conspire to murder her mild-mannered husband (Tom Felton), but overwhelming guilt soon turns their passion into hatred.
- Released: 2013
- Directed by: Charlie Stratton
- 39After a long voyage from Scotland, pianist Ada McGrath (Holly Hunter) and her young daughter, Flora (Anna Paquin), are left with all their belongings, including a piano, on a New Zealand beach. Ada, who has been mute since childhood, has been sold into marriage to a local man named Alisdair Stewart (Sam Neill). Making little attempt to warm up to Alisdair, Ada soon becomes intrigued by his Maori-friendly acquaintance, George Baines (Harvey Keitel), leading to tense, life-altering conflicts.
- Released: 1993
- Directed by: Jane Campion
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A classic tale of female friendship, rebellion, and self-discovery, Thelma & Louise features the iconic duo, Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon, as they embark on a road trip adventure that challenges everything they thought they knew about love, desire, and freedom. Along the way, Geena Davis's Thelma, a mousy wife with a lout for a husband, has an eye-opening one-night-stand with a sexy criminal played by Brad Pitt.
- Released: 1991
- Directed by: Ridley Scott
- 41A young Spanish woman with a more beautiful sister rebels against her family by engaging in a promiscuous lifestyle.
- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Gerardo Herrero
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With Every Heartbeat
Ruth Vega Fernandez, Liv Mjönes, Krister HenrikssonA tender and heart-wrenching tale of forbidden love, With Every Heartbeat follows the burning chemistry between two women who find themselves unexpectedly drawn to each other. As their passion deepens, they must grapple with the emotional turmoil and consequences of their secret liaison.
- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Alexandra-Therese Keining
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Set amidst the politics and drama of 18th-century Denmark, Alicia Vikander stars as the queen who starts an illicit affair with the royal physician, played by Mads Mikkelsen. Their love, ideals, and betrayal change the course of history, resulting in an enthralling tale of passion and revolution.
- Released: 2012
- Directed by: Nikolaj Arcel
- 44Two young lovers from completely different backgrounds meet and fall in love on the ill-fated maiden voyage of the unsinkable R.M.S. Titanic.
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: James Cameron
- 1Tilda Swinton - Ruth DeWitt Bukater1,020 Votes
- 2Melissa McCarthy - Molly Brown1,196 Votes
- 3Judi Dench - Rose Dawson Calvert1,067 Votes
- 4Zach Galifianakis - Lewis Bodine954 Votes
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Jennifer Aniston delivers a stunning performance as a depressed small-town retail worker who seeks solace in an affair with a disturbed coworker, played by Jake Gyllenhaal. As their relationship intensifies, the consequences of their choices come to a head, leaving them forever changed.
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Miguel Arteta
- 46The sweeping expanses of the Sahara are the setting for a passionate love affair in this adaptation of Michael Ondaatje's novel. A badly burned man, Laszlo de Almasy (Ralph Fiennes), is tended to by a nurse, Hana (Juliette Binoche), in an Italian monastery near the end of World War II. His past is revealed through flashbacks involving a married Englishwoman (Kristin Scott Thomas) and his work mapping the African landscape. Hana learns to heal her own scars as she helps the dying man.
- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Anthony Minghella
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Brought together by the death of their father, an estranged family confronts old wounds and buried secrets, as Tina Fey's character navigates her emotional turmoil following the discovery of her husband's affair. With a star-studded ensemble cast, This Is Where I Leave You is both heartwarming and hilarious.
- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Shawn Levy
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A roller-coaster of laughs and drama, The Dilemma features Vince Vaughn as a man who discovers his best friend's wife is cheating. Torn between loyalty and honesty, he embarks on a wild and humorous journey, where friendship and love are tested at every turn.
- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Ron Howard
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Intrigue and deception abound in The Other Man when devoted husband Peter Ryman (Liam Neeson) embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind his wife's affair with the mysterious Ralph Cortés, played by Antonio Banderas. As the plot twists and turns, it becomes increasingly clear that not everything is as it first appeared.
- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Richard Eyre
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With electrifying performances from Anthony Hopkins and Ryan Gosling, Fracture unravels the intricate game of cat and mouse between a man who confesses to his wife's murder and the young prosecutor determined to prove his guilt. As the case unfolds, secrets, betrayal, and manipulation come to the forefront, culminating in a shocking finale.
- Released: 2007
- Directed by: Gregory Hoblit
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A haunting and moving tale, Dirt Music features Kelly Macdonald and Garrett Hedlund as two lost souls who find solace and passion in each other amidst the unforgiving landscape of Western Australia. As their illicit affair unfolds, they confront the ghosts of their pasts and struggle with the price of their choices.
- Released: 2020
- Directed by: Gregor Jordan
- 52Lesbian couple Jules (Julianne Moore) and Nic (Annette Bening) have been together for almost 20 years and have two teenage offspring named Joni and Laser, who were conceived via artificial insemination. Unbeknown to their mothers, Joni and Laser seek out their biological father, a restaurateur named Paul (Mark Ruffalo). Complications arise when the teens bond with Paul and invite him into their lives.
- Released: 2010
- Directed by: Lisa Cholodenko
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A dark comedy that delves into the mid-life crisis of Bill, played by Aaron Eckhart, who discovers his wife's infidelity and sets off on a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, he forms an unlikely alliance with a teenage girl, which leads to profound consequences for Bill's seemingly ordinary life.
- Released: 2007
- Directed by: Melisa Wallick, Bernie Goldmann
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A heartwarming and hilarious rom-com, It's Complicated stars Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin, and Steve Martin in a tangled web of romance and betrayal. When Streep's divorcee character falls into an affair with her ex-husband, the ensuing chaos serves up a delightful exploration of love, laughter, and life's many complications.
- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Nancy Meyers
- 55While in the process of an ugly divorce from his wife (Maria Bello), writer Mort Rainey (Johnny Depp) relocates to his remote cabin in upstate New York for solitude. Attempting to recover his mental health, Rainey has the misfortune of being found by John Shooter (John Turturro), a farmer who claims Rainey plagiarized his work. At first, Rainey ignores the accusations, but Shooter has no intention of quietly disappearing. Soon, Shooter becomes increasingly vicious in his quest for retribution.
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: David Koepp
- 56Mexican immigrant and single mother Flor Moreno (Paz Vega) finds housekeeping work with Deborah (Téa Leoni) and John Clasky (Adam Sandler), a well-off couple with two children of their own. When Flor admits she can't handle the schedule because of her daughter, Cristina (Shelbie Bruce), Deborah decides they should move into the Clasky home. Cultures clash and tensions run high as Flor and the Claskys struggle to share space while raising their children on their own, and very different, terms.
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: James L. Brooks
- 57Struggling musician Peter Bretter (Jason Segel) is better-known as the boyfriend of TV star Sarah Marshall (Kristen Bell). After she unceremoniously dumps him, he feels lost and alone but makes a last-ditch bid to get over it by going to Hawaii. However, she and her new boyfriend (Russell Brand) are there in the same hotel.
- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Nicholas Stoller
- 58Siblings Sam (Tobey Maguire) and Tommy Cahill (Jake Gyllenhaal) are as far apart as brothers can be; while Sam serves his country as a Marine, Tommy is a drifter who just got out of prison. When Sam is shot down and presumed dead in Afghanistan, Tommy vows to take care of Sam's wife, Grace (Natalie Portman), and his children. Tommy and Grace become close, and when Sam unexpectedly returns home, the consequences of their actions threaten the foundation of the entire family.
- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Jim Sheridan
- 59Cal Weaver (Steve Carell) is living the American dream. He has a good job, a beautiful house, great children and a beautiful wife, named Emily (Julianne Moore). Cal's seemingly perfect life unravels, however, when he learns that Emily has been unfaithful and wants a divorce. Over 40 and suddenly single, Cal is adrift in the fickle world of dating. Enter, Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling), a self-styled player who takes Cal under his wing and teaches him how to be a hit with the ladies.
- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
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In the 1960s, Italian war bride Francesca (Meryl Streep) has a passionate four-day affair with Robert (Clint Eastwood), a dashing photographer. Based on a bestselling novel, Bridges explores a woman's quest for a kind of passion and fulfillment that her family life has been unable to provide.
- Released: 1995
- Directed by: Clint Eastwood
- 1Annie Corley12 Votes
- 2Victor Slezak20 Votes
- 3Clint Eastwood14 Votes
- 4Meryl Streep16 Votes
- 61Barbara Covett (Judi Dench), a veteran teacher at St. George's, senses a kindred spirit in Sheba Hart (Cate Blanchett), the school's new art teacher. The younger woman's charisma intensely draws in the older, and the two become friends. Then Barbara learns of Sheba's affair with a teenage student and becomes the keeper of the explosive secret.
- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Richard Eyre
- 62In Planet Terror, a Robert Rodriguez creation, chaos reigns supreme. It's a gripping tale of a bio-weapon gone awry, transforming unsuspecting victims into grotesque creatures with an insatiable hunger for human flesh. Cherry Darling (Rose McGowan), a go-go dancer with a heart of gold and legs of steel, stands tall amidst the carnage. She teams up with Wray (Freddy Rodriguez), her mysterious ex-lover, to battle the blood-thirsty hordes. Dr. Dakota Block (Marley Shelton) lends her medical expertise to the fight, while Sheriff Hague (Michael Biehn) tries to maintain order in this post-apocalyptic world. A horror film that melds gore with humor, Planet Terror is a gritty tribute to classic zombie flicks, all within one explosive package.
- Released: 2007
- Directed by: Robert Rodriguez
- 63In 1962, journalist Chow Mo-wan (Tony Leung Chiu Wai) and his wife move into a Hong Kong apartment, but Chow's spouse is often away on business. Before long, the lonely Chow makes the acquaintance of the alluring Su Li-zhen (Maggie Cheung Man-yuk), whose own significant other also seems preoccupied with work. As the two friends realize their respective partners are cheating on them, they begin to fall for one another; however, neither wants to stoop to the level of the unfaithful spouses.
- Released: 2000
- Directed by: Kar-Wai Wong
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