Cast: Steve James

Direction Steve James

Cast Roger Ebert · Errol Morris · Werner Herzog · Martin Scorsese

Synopsis Life Itself (2014) is the first comprehensive feature-length documentary chronicling the extraordinary life of Roger Ebert. Directed by the acclaimed Steve James, known for his work on "Hoop Dreams," the film is enriched by insights from renowned filmmakers such as...

Direction William Friedkin

Cast William Petersen · Willem Dafoe · John Pankow · Debra Feuer

Synopsis To Live and Die in L.A. (1985) follows the intense journey of Secret Service agent Richard Chance, who is driven by a personal vendetta and has abandoned the conventional rules of his profession. His mission is to bring down a...

Direction Peter Bogdanovich

Cast Cher · Eric Stoltz · Sam Elliott · Richard Dysart

Synopsis Mask (1985) follows the life of Rusty Dennis, a resilient and loving mother to Rocky, a young boy with severe facial deformities. Despite Rocky's physical challenges, he possesses a remarkable intellect and a heart full of warmth. Rusty's tough exterior...

Direction John Sayles

Cast Joe Morton · Tom Wright · Caroline Aaron · Herbert Newsome

Synopsis The Brother From Another Planet (1984) follows the journey of a silent alien with extraordinary healing abilities who arrives in New York City, bearing a striking resemblance to an African American man. He navigates his way to Harlem, where he...

Direction Keenen Ivory Wayans

Cast Keenen Ivory Wayans · Bernie Casey · Antonio Fargas · Steve James

Synopsis I'm Gonna Git You Sucka (1988) is a hilarious parody that takes aim at the blaxploitation films of the 1970s. The story centers around Jack Spade, portrayed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, a former army private who has just returned home....

Direction Bruce Beresford

Cast Maynard Eziashi · Pierce Brosnan · Edward Woodward · Beatie Edney

Synopsis Mister Johnson (1990) unfolds in 1923 within the backdrop of British Colonial Nigeria, where the titular character, Mister Johnson, stands out as an anomaly. He is an educated black man who struggles to find his place among both the local...

Direction Kevin Connor

Cast Doug McClure · John McEnery · Susan Penhaligon · Keith Barron

Direction Joseph Velasco · Lin Kuo-Hsiang

Cast Bruce Le · Bolo Yeung · Chiu Chi-Ling · James Nam

Direction James Glickenhaus

Cast Robert Ginty · Samantha Eggar · Christopher George · Steve James

Synopsis The Exterminator (1980) follows the story of a man whose beloved pet is brutally murdered on the streets of New York City. Driven to the brink of madness by this senseless act, the man, portrayed by Robert Ginty, undergoes a...

Direction James Glickenhaus

Cast Christopher Walken · Maria Conchita Alonso · Michael Joseph DeSare · Victor Argo

Synopsis McBain (1991) follows the story of Santos, who tries to spark a rebellion in Colombia against the tyrannical El Presidente. After his uprising is crushed and he is killed, his sister Christina travels to New York to seek help from...

Direction Sam Firstenberg

Cast Michael Dudikoff · Steve James · James Booth · William Wallace

Direction Gideon Amir

Cast David Carradine · Charles R. Floyd · Mako · Steve James

Direction William Tannen

Cast Chuck Norris · Brynn Thayer · Steve James · Jack O'Halloran

Synopsis Hero and the Terror (1988) follows the thrilling return of Danny O'Brien, who finds himself once again pitted against the infamous Simon Moon, notorious as The Terror. Three years prior, O'Brien had single-handedly apprehended The Terror, earning him the title...

Direction Robert Klane

Cast Andrew McCarthy · Jonathan Silverman · Terry Kiser · Troy Beyer

Synopsis Weekend at Bernie's II (1993) follows Larry and Richard as they face a new challenge after being falsely implicated in Bernie's fraudulent activities, leading to their dismissal. Determined to vindicate themselves and secure some form of restitution, the duo embarks...

Direction Sam Firstenberg

Cast Michael Dudikoff · Steve James · Judie Aronson · Guich Koock

Synopsis American Ninja (1985) follows the journey of a U.S. soldier stationed in the Philippines, who has been grappling with memory loss for the past half-decade. Isolated from his fellow troops, his life takes a dramatic turn when he crosses paths...

Direction Bud S. Smith

Cast Anthony Michael Hall · Robert Downey Jr. · Uma Thurman · Paul Gleason

Synopsis Johnny Be Good (1988) follows the story of Johnny Walker, a young man with a big heart and even bigger dreams. Despite his small stature, Johnny is a standout football player, attracting the attention of numerous college recruiters. As the...

Direction Sam Firstenberg

Cast Michael Dudikoff · Gary Conway · Steve James · Larry Poindexter

Synopsis American Ninja 2: The Confrontation (1987) follows a thrilling narrative where a ruthless Caribbean drug lord seizes U.S. marines, setting the stage for a high-stakes rescue mission. Two elite army rangers, armed with lethal ninjitsu techniques, must confront a brutal...

Direction Cedric Sundstrom

Cast David Bradley · Steve James · Marjoe Gortner · Michele B. Chan

Synopsis American Ninja 3: Blood Hunt (1989) follows the return of the formidable Jackson, who teams up with a new ally, karate expert Sean. Together, they confront a lethal terrorist codenamed "The Cobra," who has infected Sean with a dangerous virus....

Direction Paul Reubens · John Paragon · Stephen R. Johnson · Wayne Orr

Cast Paul Reubens · Ric Heitzman · George McGrath · Alison Mork

Synopsis Pee-wee's Playhouse (TV Series) (1986) follows the whimsical adventures of Pee-wee Herman and his eclectic group of friends as they engage in a series of imaginative and humorous escapades within the confines of his distinctive playhouse. The series is renowned...

Direction William Friedkin

Cast Joseph Cortese · Jack Youngblood · Steve James · Patricia Charbonneau

Synopsis C.A.T. Squad (TV) (1986) follows the intense mission of an elite task force assembled to thwart a series of assassinations targeting scientists involved in NATO's advanced laser defense project. The Counter Assault Tactical (C.A.T.) Squad, comprising five highly skilled individuals,...