A seamless pastiche of 1970s and early 1980s horror, resulting in a blend of mean-spiritedness, gore and comedy that is truly infectious.
Thriller
City of God
Gripping and authentic true story of life amongst Rios forgotten poor, where violence is a way of life even amongst children. Not to be missed.
Manhunter
This one is every bit as good as its later remake, some say better. The film stands up well on its own and will also appeal to those who like Hannibals later reincarnation.
The Hannibal Lecter Trilogy
This is an outstanding collection of three films featuring the iconic Dr Lecter. One of the best DVD buys on the market.
K-19: The Widowmaker
This gripping submarine disaster story has plenty of style and suspense, and the relationship between the characters makes it really worthwhile.
The Italian Job
A workmanlike heist flick with some funny lines and some good (if brief) chases, but it is ultimately hampered by comparing itself to the original, better 'The Italian Job'. Probably the best way to enjoy this film is to ignore its title, and to think of it as an entirely different film with occasional sequences that merely pay homage to Michael Caine's cockney masterpiece.