Mano a Mano: Fierce Film Rivalries
By Eric SchneiderWhile most films thrive on conflict, a select few have truly impressive face-offs between two fiercely determined and well-matched rivals—and, no, Face/Off isn't one of them.
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The Dark KnightChristopher NolanA cinematic work of brooding big-scale beauty. >> |
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There Will Be BloodPaul Thomas Anderson |
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The DepartedMartin Scorsese |
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The PrestigeChristopher NolanImpressive and underrated sleight-of-hand cinema. >> |
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ElectionAlexander Payne |
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HeatMichael Mann |
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UnforgivenClint Eastwood |
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The Silence of the LambsJonathan Demme |
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Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes BackIrvin KershnerStar Wars at its most soulful and suspenseful. >> |
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One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s NestMilos Forman |
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