Breaking Through 2015

The Pianist 2002

8.4/10

Famed Polish pianist Wladyslaw Szpilman struggles to survive the onslaught of Nazi tyranny during World War II in this drama based on his memoirs.

Run Time: 2h28m’ | MMPA: R | Release: 28 Mar 2003

Directors: Roman Polanski

Actors: Michal Zebrowski , Thomas Kretschmann , Maureen Lipman , Ed Stoppard , Adrien Brody , Jessica Kate Meyer , Emilia Fox , Julia Rayner , Frank Finlay

Whiplash 2014

8.3/10

Driven by his demanding music teacher, drummer Andrew is determined to succeed as a jazz musician -- even if it destroys his personality.

Run Time: 1h46m’ | MMPA: R | Release: 15 Oct 2014

Actors: J.K. Simmons , Melissa Benoist , Nate Lang , Miles Teller , Damon Gupton , Chris Mulkey , Paul Reiser , Suanne Spoke , Austin Stowell , Max Kasch

La La Land 2016

8/10

Career aspirations run up against bittersweet romance in modern-day Los Angeles, as two artists face a heartbreaking dilemma.

Run Time: 2h7m’ | MMPA: PG-13 | Release: 25 Dec 2016

Actors: Ryan Gosling , John Legend , Sonoya Mizuno , Jason Fuchs , Rosemarie DeWitt , Jessica Rothe , Meagen Fay , Finn Wittrock , J.K. Simmons , Emma Stone , Amiee Conn , Terry Walters

A Star Is Born 2018

7.7/10

When an aspiring singer develops a passionate relationship with a seasoned musician, her career begins to soar as his vices trigger a downward spiral.

Run Time: 2h15m’ |

Actors: Rafi Gavron , Bonnie Somerville , Willam Belli , Michael D. Roberts , Lady Gaga , Sam Elliott , Bradley Cooper , Eddie Griffin , Rebecca Field , Michael Harney , Dave Chappelle , Gabe Fazio , Andrew Dice Clay , Greg Grunberg

8 Mile 2002

7.3/10

Aspiring hip-hop artist Jimmy views his home, Detroit's 8 Mile district, as a psychological line that separates him from where and who he wants to be.

Run Time: 1h50m’ | MMPA: R | Release: 08 Nov 2002

Directors: Curtis Hanson

Actors: Brittany Murphy , Omar Benson Miller , Evan Jones , Eminem , Mekhi Phifer , Kim Basinger , Eugene Byrd , Taryn Manning , De'Angelo Wilson , Proof

Walk the Line 2005

7.9/10

This acclaimed biopic follows country singer Johnny Cash from his hardscrabble days on an Arkansas farm to his time inside Memphis's Sun Studios.

Run Time: 2h15m’ |

Directors: James Mangold

Actors: Joaquin Phoenix , Reese Witherspoon , Robert Patrick , Hailey Anne Nelson , Lucas Till , Tyler Hilton , Dallas Roberts , Waylon Payne , Larry Bagby , Dan Beene , Ginnifer Goodwin , Ridge Canipe , Dan John Miller , Shelby Lynne

Dirty Dancing 1987

7.3/10

While spending summer with her family in the mountains, 17-year-old Frances falls in love with the resort's free-spirited dance instructor.

Run Time: 1h40m’ | MMPA: PG-13 | Release: 21 Aug 1987

Directors: Emile Ardolino

Actors: Lonny Price , Jack Weston , Jane Brucker , Cynthia Rhodes , Kelly Bishop , Patrick Swayze , Max Cantor , Jerry Orbach , Jennifer Grey

Straight Outta Compton 2015

7.8/10

In the mid-1980s, rap group N.W.A. bursts from the mean streets of Compton, revolutionizing hip-hop culture with its raw, provocative authenticity.

Run Time: 2h26m’ | MMPA: R | Release: 14 Aug 2015

Directors: F. Gary Gray

Actors: Marlon Yates Jr , Angela Gibbs , Aldis Hodge , Neil Brown Jr. , Lisa Renee Pitts , O'Shea Jackson Jr. , Lakeith Stanfield , Corey Hawkins , Paul Giamatti , Jason Mitchell

Saving Mr. Banks 2013

7.7/10

When Walt Disney sets his sights on obtaining the rights to the children's classic 'Mary Poppins,' the book's author proves a tough nut to crack.

Run Time: 2h5m’ | MMPA: PG-13 | Release: 20 Dec 2013

Actors: Emma Thompson , Tom Hanks , Annie Rose Buckley , Colin Farrell

Ray 2004

7.8/10

In this biopic, Jamie Foxx portrays rhythm and blues legend Ray Charles, who rose from obscurity and overcame his struggles to become world famous.

Run Time: 2h32m’ | MMPA: PG-13 | Release: 29 Oct 2004

Actors: Jamie Foxx , Kerry Washington , Regina King