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Fireworks(1997)

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Whipmaster: Ballad of Murder(1970)

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A River Runs Through It(1992)

The Maclean brothers, Paul and Norman, live a relatively idyllic life in rural Montana, spending much of their time fly fishing. The sons of a minister, the boys eventually part company when Norman moves east to attend college, leaving his rebellious brother to find trouble back home. When Norman finally returns, the siblings resume their fishing outings, and assess where they've been and where they're going.

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Ocean's Eleven(1960)

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Shaft's Big Score!(1972)

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The Cincinnati Kid(1965)

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The Man with the Golden Arm(1955)

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The Hustler(1961)

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The Big Sleep(1946)

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A Bronx Tale(1993)

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Les Biches(1968)

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Reno(1939)

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Barry Lyndon(1975)

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The Driver(1978)

The Driver specializes in driving getaway cars for robberies. His exceptional talent has prevented him from being caught yet. After another successful flight from the police a self-assured detective makes it his primary goal to catch the Driver. He promises pardons to a gang if they help to convict him in a set-up robbery. The Driver seeks help from The Player to mislead the detective.

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Casino(1995)

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