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All 15 John Dahl Movies (in Order)
Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey through the world of cinema with our latest roundup featuring the esteemed director, John Dahl. In this article, we delve into the diverse and captivating films that have left a lasting impression on audiences and critics alike. Prepare to be engaged as we uncover the tales and experiences that make John Dahl’s movies truly unforgettable.
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1. E. Nick: A Legend in His Own Mind (1984)
E. Nick: A Legend in His Own Mind” is a hilarious, parody-filled comedy that takes a bite out of the world of Playboy. Set in 1984, the film follows E.
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2. The Dungeonmaster (1984)
The Dungeonmaster” is a 1984 fantasy-horror film where an enchanting wizard tests the skills of a tech-savvy programmer in a battle that combines sorcery and technology. It features a thrilling plot with a damsel in distress at stake, a high-stakes showdown, and nail-biting clashes in a world where magic meets modern sensibilities.
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3. Something Wild (1986)
Something Wild” is a captivating 1986 comedy, romance, and crime film, that promises to deliver excitement and heartfelt moments. Starring Melanie Griffith as a free-spirited woman, and Jeff Daniels as a yuppie, the movie follows her daring kidnapping of him, only to have her dangerous ex-convict husband, played by George ‘Red’ Schwartz, complicate matters.
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4. Neon Maniacs (1986)
In the thrilling 1986 horror film, Neon Maniacs, a team of San Francisco teenagers stumbles upon a terrifying secret - a horde of deadly monsters living within the confines of the Golden Gate Bridge. With no one in the authorities believing their chilling discoveries, the group must face frightening odds to uncover the truth.
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5. P.I. Private Investigations (1987)
P. I. Private Investigations” is a gripping neo-noir thriller that takes you on a rollercoaster ride of suspense and danger. The film tells the story of a young architect, played by Clayton Rohner, whose life takes a dark turn when he becomes the target of a gang of ruthless criminals. These criminals believe that he knows something that could expose their illicit activities and decide to take drastic measures to keep him silent.
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6. Married to the Mob (1988)
Married to the Mob” is a 1988 crime-comedy-romance film directed by Jonathan Demme, starring Michelle Pfeiffer, Alec Baldwin, and Paul Lazar. Set against the backdrop of the Long Island mob, the story follows the life of Angela de Marco, a wife who despises her husband’s criminal lifestyle. However, when her husband is killed in a shootout during a hotel rendezvous in Miami, Florida, Angela has a chance to escape the chaos of mob life.
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7. Kill Me Again (1989)
Kill Me Again” is a thrilling 1989 neo-noir crime drama directed by John Dahl, starring Val Kilmer, Joanne Whalley, and Pat Mulligan. The story follows a young and determined private detective who finds himself entangled with a seductively dangerous woman on the run from the mob and her sadistic lover. As the detective uncovers dark secrets and becomes enveloped in a world of danger, he must navigate the treacherous landscape and race against time to save her life while uncovering the truth.
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8. Red Rock West (1993)
Red Rock West, a 1993 neo-noir crime thriller directed by John Dahl and written by the Dahl brothers, tells the story of an unassuming drifter who stumbles into a web of deceit and danger after he is wrongfully identified as a hitman in a small Wyoming town. This nail-biting film follows the drifter as he struggles to evade the real hired gun who now seeks him out for revenge, all while trying to protect a beautiful woman who has become inadvertently caught in the crossfire. Nicolas Cage, Dennis Hopper, and Lara Flynn Boyle bring their A-game to this riveting tale of mistaken identity, violence, and twisted fate.
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9. The Last Seduction (1994)
The Last Seduction, ” released October 26, 1994, is a masterfully twisted tale of crime, romance, and seduction. The movie follows a femme fatale, played by Linda Fiorentino, who, after running off with her husband’s drug money, takes refuge in a quaint small town. As she plots her next scheme, she encounters the perfect dupe in Peter Berg’s character. Directed by John Dahl and written by Steve Barancik, this erotic thriller captivates the audience with its raw depiction of seduction.
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10. Unforgettable (1996)
Unforgettable (1996) is a thrilling Drama, Mystery, and Sci-Fi film that takes us on a suspenseful journey. Ray Liotta stars as a medical examiner who suspects foul play in his wife’s death and embarks on self-experimentation to retrieve her memory. The film cleverly combines the elements of mystery, horror, and suspense as the protagonist delves deeper into the investigation.
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11. Rounders (1998)
Rounders, ” a gripping crime drama set against the backdrop of high-stakes poker and law school commitment, follows a young protagonist forced to confront his past as he endeavors to help a friend out of a gambling debt spiral. All the while, he balances the love of his life and his aspirations to become a lawyer.
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12. Joy Ride (2001)
Joy Ride” is a chilling thriller that tells the story of three young friends on a road trip from Colorado to New Jersey. As they pass the time, they engage in some light-hearted conversation with a friendly truck driver on their CB radio. However, what starts as a simple exchange soon turns into a nightmare when they realize the trucker they’ve been talking to is a psychopathic killer.
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13. The Great Raid (2005)
In the gritty and intense 2005 war movie “The Great Raid, ” we journey back to the tail end of WWII, where an American prisoner of war camp in the Philippines houses around 500 trapped soldiers, growing increasingly despondent about their chances of being rescued. Faced with the insurmountable odds, a team of daring Rangers decide to risk everything by embarking on a perilous mission to save their fellow soldiers from captivity.
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14. You Kill Me (2007)
You Kill Me” (2007) is a compelling and witty black comedy featuring Ben Kingsley, Téa Leoni, and Luke Wilson. The movie’s intriguing premise revolves around an alcoholic hitman, portrayed by Kingsley, who moves to the West Coast to dry out and mends his life.
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15. All In: The Poker Movie (2009)
Experience the thrill of poker in a whole new light with “All In: The Poker Movie, ” a riveting documentary released in 2009. This captivating film delves into the resurgence of America’s oldest game and its enduring appeal for many as a pathway to the alluring American Dream.
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