A modern day “Romeo & Juliet” tale as told by Oliver Stone, “Savages” is every bit as violent as it is mediocre. Continue reading
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Natural Born Killers (1994)
While all of Oliver Stone’s films imaginatively and accurately display the country’s cultural landscape, none are as vivid as this ’90s crime thriller. Continue reading
Heroes of the Zeroes: World Trade Center
“World Trade Center” — a spiritual film of human connections, not exploited tragedy — continues Nick Rogers’ daily look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009. Continue reading
Heroes of the Zeroes: W.
“W.” — in which Oliver Stone’s usually wicked satire turned toward subtle invective — continues Nick Rogers’ daily look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009. Continue reading
Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps
Oliver Stone’s haphazard sequel reshuffles the deck, but relies on the same old cinematic card tricks. Continue reading
Wall Street (1987)
Oliver Stone’s indictment of ’80s excess still has plenty of bite, and sharp observation of the need for greed. Continue reading