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I'm Not There — a fragmented biographical drama inspired by Bob Dylan I'm Not There I'm Not There (2007) is a formal, non‑linear biographical drama directed by Todd Haynes that imagines the life and personas of Bob Dylan through multiple performances and scenes ac…

Ice Age (2002 film) Ice Age (2002 movie) Ice Age is a 2002 computer-animated comedy-drama directed by Chris Wedge, following a mammoth, a sloth and a sabre-tooth as they form an unlikely herd during a prehistoric ice age.

Ice Age (film franchise) Ice Age (franchise) Animated film franchise about a mismatched herd of prehistoric animals, begun by Blue Sky Studios in 2002; expanded into sequels, shorts, TV specials and streaming spin-offs.

Identity Thief (2013 film) Identity Thief A 2013 American comedy film starring Jason Bateman and Melissa McCarthy. Blends road‑movie elements with crime comedy as a man pursues the woman who stole his identity; notable for…

Idle Hands (1999 film) Idle Hands Idle Hands is a 1999 American horror-comedy about a teenager whose hand becomes possessed and commits murders. The film mixes black humor, practical effects and teen angst and late…

Imaginationland (South Park) Imaginationland Imaginationland is a three-part storyline from South Park compiled into a feature-length release in March 2008. It explores fantasy worlds, satire of popular culture, and themes of…

IMAX — large-format motion-picture system and exhibition technology IMAX IMAX is a high-resolution, large-format film and digital projection system and branded cinema experience used for immersive documentaries, special venues, and blockbuster releases.

Imitation of Life (1959 film) Imitation of Life (1959 movie) Douglas Sirk's 1959 Technicolor melodrama about motherhood, ambition and race, adapted from Fannie Hurst's novel and notable for its performances, style and exploration of identity…

Immortals (2011 film) — Tarsem Singh’s myth‑inspired action fantasy Immortals (2011 movie) Immortals is a 2011 adventure‑fantasy film directed by Tarsem Singh, starring Henry Cavill, Freida Pinto and Mickey Rourke. Loosely based on Greek myths, it received mixed reviews…

In a Lonely Place (1950 film) In a Lonely Place 1950 romantic drama with noir overtones directed by Nicholas Ray, starring Humphrey Bogart and Gloria Grahame. Adapted from Dorothy B. Hughes's novel, it explores suspicion, violen…

In Bruges (2008 film) In Bruges A darkly comic crime drama written and directed by Martin McDonagh about two Irish hitmen hiding in the Belgian city of Bruges, noted for its performances, moral themes and atmosph…

In Cold Blood (1967 film) In Cold Blood 1967 film adaptation of Truman Capote's nonfiction book about the 1959 murders of the Clutter family in Kansas, directed by Richard Brooks in a stark, documentary-like style and sh…

In Old Arizona (1928 film) In Old Arizona 1928 American Western directed by Irving Cummings, featuring Warner Baxter as the Cisco Kid. An early sound Western shot on location, it earned multiple Academy Award nominations a…

In Search of the Castaways (1962) — Disney's family adventure musical In Search of the Castaways 1962 Walt Disney live-action adventure musical directed by Robert Stevenson, starring Hayley Mills and featuring songs by the Sherman brothers. Adapted from Jules Verne's novel Cap…

In the Realm of the Senses (1976) — film overview and controversies In the Realm of the Senses A comprehensive overview of Nagisa Oshima's In the Realm of the Senses: its content, historical basis, production, censorship history, critical reception and cultural legacy.

In the Wake of the Bounty 1933 Australian film by Charles Chauvel blending dramatized re-enactments and documentary material; marks Errol Flynn's screen debut and foregrounds the aftermath of the Bounty mut…

Inception (2010 film) Inception Christopher Nolan's 2010 science-fiction heist film that explores shared dreaming, memory, and reality; overview of plot, cast, production, visual style, release, reception and leg…

Incredibles 2 — Pixar's 2018 Superhero Family Sequel Incredibles 2 Overview of the 2018 Pixar film Incredibles 2: plot, characters, production, themes, reception and its place in the superhero and animation landscape.

Incubus (1966 film) Incubus (1966 movie) Incubus is a 1966 American black-and-white horror film directed by Leslie Stevens, notable for being filmed entirely in Esperanto, long considered lost before a French print resurf…

Indecent Proposal (1993 film) Indecent Proposal 1993 romantic drama directed by Adrian Lyne starring Robert Redford, Demi Moore and Woody Harrelson. A moral dilemma film about money, marriage and choice that divided critics but…

Independence Day (1996 film) Independence Day (1996 movie) 1996 American science-fiction action blockbuster directed by Roland Emmerich about a coordinated alien attack and the human effort to repel it, starring Will Smith, Jeff Goldblum a…

Independent film (indie movie): overview, history and characteristics Independent movie Independent films are movies made outside major studio systems, typically with lower budgets, greater creative control, festival-centered exposure, and diverse distribution paths s…

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull The fourth Indiana Jones film (2008), directed by Steven Spielberg and developed with George Lucas. Set in 1957, it reunites Harrison Ford with familiar allies as Indy opposes Sovi…

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade 1989 adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg in which archaeologist Indiana Jones searches for the Holy Grail while confronting Nazis and reconciling with his estranged father;…

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom 1984 action-adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg, starring Harrison Ford; a darker prequel in the Indiana Jones series known for its action, controversial imagery, and cultu…

Indira (1996 Tamil film) Indira (movie) Indira is a 1996 Tamil-language drama written by Mani Ratnam and directed by Suhasini. The film examines caste tensions and village life in Tamil Nadu through the experiences of a…

Inglourious Basterds (2009 film) Inglourious Basterds Quentin Tarantino's 2009 World War II drama blending revisionist history, dark humor and violent set pieces. Noted for Christoph Waltz's performance and a multilingual script.

Innocent Blood (1992 film) Innocent Blood A 1992 horror–crime film directed by John Landis that mixes vampire mythology with organized-crime drama, set in Pittsburgh and noted for its dark comic tone and mixed reception.

Inserts (1975 film) Inserts (movie) Inserts is a 1975 British drama directed by John Byrum, noted for its adult themes and stage‑like setting. It features early screen roles by Richard Dreyfuss and Bob Hoskins and wa…

Inside Llewyn Davis 2013 comedy-drama by the Coen brothers about a struggling folk singer in 1960s New York, noted for its music, cinematography and melancholic view of artistic life.

Inside Out (2015 film) Inside Out (2015 movie) Pixar's 2015 animated feature follows the emotions inside an 11-year-old girl's mind as she adjusts to a family move, blending comedy, adventure, and emotional insight.

Insomnia (2002 film) Insomnia (2002 movie) Insomnia is Christopher Nolan’s 2002 psychological crime thriller, a remake of a Norwegian film, noted for its performances by Al Pacino and Robin Williams and its exploration of g…

Instinct (1999 film) Instinct (movie) 1999 American psychological thriller directed by Jon Turteltaub, starring Anthony Hopkins and Cuba Gooding Jr.; explores nature versus civilization and received mixed-to-negative r…

Instructions Not Included (No se Aceptan Devoluciones) Instructions Not Included A 2013 Mexican comedy-drama written, directed by and starring Eugenio Derbez. A sentimental story about unexpected fatherhood that became a major international box-office success f…

Interiors (1978 film) Interiors Interiors (1978) is Woody Allen's first major dramatic film: an austere family tragedy starring Geraldine Page, Diane Keaton and Sam Waterston, distributed by United Artists and no…

Internal Affairs (1990 film) Internal Affairs 1990 crime thriller directed by Mike Figgis about corruption in the Los Angeles Police Department, starring Richard Gere, Andy García and Laurie Metcalf; noted for tense performanc…

Internet Movie Database (IMDb): overview, history, and uses Internet Movie Database IMDb is a comprehensive online reference for films, television, cast and crew, and related media. It provides credits, summaries, ratings, and industry tools used by fans and profe…

Intersection (1994 film) Intersection (movie) 1994 romantic drama directed by Mark Rydell, starring Richard Gere, Sharon Stone and Lolita Davidovich. A car crash triggers flashbacks that examine love, regret and life choices.

Interstellar (2014 film) Interstellar (movie) Christopher Nolan's 2014 science-fiction epic about space travel, time, and human survival, noted for visual effects, scientific consultation, score by Hans Zimmer, and a star ense…

Into the Blue (2005 film) Into the Blue (movie) Into the Blue is a 2005 action-thriller about scuba divers who discover a sunken plane, treasure and contraband. The film stars Paul Walker, Jessica Alba and Scott Caan and was sho…

Into the Night (1985 film) Into the Night 1985 black-comedy thriller by John Landis starring Jeff Goldblum and Michelle Pfeiffer; a nocturnal chase across Los Angeles that blends romance, comedy and suspense.

Into the Wild (2007 film) Into the Wild (movie) 2007 biographical drama directed by Sean Penn, adapted from Jon Krakauer’s book. Stars Emile Hirsch; examines a young man’s rejection of society, his Alaskan odyssey, and its tragi…

Into the Woods (2014 film) Into the Woods (movie) 2014 film adaptation of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s musical, directed by Rob Marshall. It blends multiple fairy tales into a darker, cinematic retelling with an ensemble ca…

Invaders from Mars (1953 film) Invaders from Mars (1953 movie) 1953 American science-fiction film directed by William Cameron Menzies; a child's point-of-view Cold War-era allegory notable for surreal production design, early 3-D release, and…

Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956 film) Invasion of the Body Snatchers 1956 black-and-white science fiction horror film directed by Don Siegel, starring Kevin McCarthy and Dana Wynter; an adaptation of Jack Finney’s novel that explores conformity, par…

Invictus (2009 film) Invictus (movie) Invictus is a 2009 biographical sports drama directed by Clint Eastwood about Nelson Mandela's use of the 1995 Rugby World Cup to promote reconciliation; stars Morgan Freeman and M…

Iron Man (2008 film) Iron Man (movie) 2008 superhero film that launched the Marvel Cinematic Universe, starring Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark — a billionaire inventor who builds an armored suit and becomes a reluctan…

Iron Man 2 — 2010 Marvel Studios sequel and early MCU entry Iron Man 2 Overview of Iron Man 2 (2010): production, principal cast, plot outline, reception and its role in the early Marvel Cinematic Universe.