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5 Most Historically Accurate Westerns Ranked

staff@looper.com (Alistair Ryder) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 20:18:00 +0000

The Western often mythologizes the struggles of the American West. These five films stray from the herd to offer historically truthful tales of the time.

The Biggest Odyssey Storyline Christopher Nolan Left Out Of The Movie, Explained

staff@looper.com (Jaron Pak) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:18:00 +0000

Not every narrative thread from Homer's "The Odyssey" found its way into Christopher Nolan's film adaptation, including this important one.

Christopher Nolan's Best Change To The Odyssey Makes The Story Even Better

staff@looper.com (Jaron Pak) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:18:00 +0000

While remaining largely faithful to the source material, Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" does make one change that may actually improve on Homer's text.

5 Best Amazon Original Movies, According To Letterboxd

staff@looper.com (Lisa Laman) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:18:00 +0000

There's treasure hidden on every streaming service, and that's true of Amazon's cache of original films, too. These five movies are hits with Letterboxd users.

The No. 1 Movie On July 21, 1966 Was Nominated For Every Category At The Oscars

staff@looper.com (Nina Starner) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:05:00 +0000

The film that was number one at the box office on July 21, 1966 also happens to be one of the most influential dramas in cinematic history.

Why Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey Blew Everyone Away At The Box Office

staff@looper.com (Jaron Pak) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:01:53 +0000

Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" was all but guaranteed to be a box office smash, and here are all the factors that made it an instant blockbuster.

5 Most Historically Accurate Samurai Movies, Ranked

staff@looper.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:18:00 +0000

The samurai remain some of the most intriguing fighters in history, but they're also the most misunderstood. These five films will clear away some myths.

Who Are The People From The Sea In Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey?

staff@looper.com (Jaron Pak) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:53:43 +0000

The mysterious Sea People are an unseen threat throughout "The Odyssey," but they're actually rooted in historical fact.

The Forgotten FIFA World Cup Drama Sam Neill Called His Worst Movie

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:08:58 +0000

The late Sam Neill once played a former president of FIFA in a World Cup drama movie that he absolutely hated.

5 Best Courtroom Movies Of All Time, Ranked

staff@looper.com (Zach Laws) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 21:18:00 +0000

Filled with heart-pounding high stakes and ethical dilemmas, these are some of the best courtroom movies to have ever graced the silver screen.

5 Best Clint Eastwood Movies That Are Not Westerns

staff@looper.com (Zach Laws) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:18:00 +0000

Clint Eastwood might be king of the Hollywood cowboys, but his range extends far beyond that. Here are the 5 best Clint Eastwood movies that aren't Westerns.

The Invite Review: Edward Norton And Penélope Cruz Shine In A Wickedly Funny Dramedy

staff@looper.com (Audrey Fox) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:47:25 +0000

The cast of "The Invite" manages to expertly balance comedy and drama in this intimate film.

5 Best John Wayne Movies That Are Not Westerns

staff@looper.com (Zach Laws) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:18:00 +0000

John Wayne is synonymous with the legends of the Western, but that's not the entirety of his career. These are his five best movies that better show his range.

5 Best Gangster Movies Nobody Talks About Anymore

staff@looper.com (Chris Hodges) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:18:00 +0000

Movies about gangsters are always big business, but going with cosa nostra isn't a guarantee of success. These five gangland films should be classics today.

At Just 31, Martin Scorsese Directed The Movie That Introduced His Signature Style

staff@looper.com (Zach Laws) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:18:00 +0000

Although he made some movies beforehand, this 1973 crime drama was the breakout hit that ultimately established Martin Scorsese as one of the greats.

At Just 25, Quentin Tarantino Wrote The Crime Movie Script That Revealed His Distinctive Voice

staff@looper.com (Katy Kroll) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:18:00 +0000

Before kickstarting his own directorial career with "Reservoir Dogs," Quentin Tarantino wrote a colorful crime movie script that established his distinct style.

Glen Powell's Overlooked Serial Killer Movie Is Taking Over HBO Max Charts

staff@looper.com (Nina Starner) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:18:41 +0000

Glen Powell's 2026 serial killer movie is a hit on HBO Max - but it didn't "kill it" when it released in theaters.

5 Best Western Movies Streaming On Prime Video

staff@looper.com (Michael John Petty) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:18:00 +0000

From beloved classics to contemporary genre-defying works, you'd be surprised how many great Western movies are available on Amazon Prime Video.

5 Best Neo-Western Movies Of All Time, Ranked

staff@looper.com (Lisa Laman) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:18:00 +0000

The neo-Western twists up classic cowboy tropes in order to make them face modern challenges. These five films are the best examples of the genre, ever.

A Game Of Thrones Star's Intense Action Thriller Is A Must-Watch On Prime Video

staff@looper.com (Melissa Lemieux) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:18:00 +0000

We've all put "Game of Thrones" in the rear view, and this former Westerosi star is thriving with a terrific action thriller you can watch on Prime Video.