Alternate Storylines for Famous Films - Part IV
Which of these alternate plots, based on the titles of the films, do you find the most appealing?
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Movies Told from a Different Character's Perspective
Discuss the list here
See PART 1 here
See PART 2 here
See PART 3 here
See the JAMES BOND EDITION here
See also:
Movies Told from a Different Character's Perspective
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- DirectorTom McCarthyStarsMark RuffaloMichael KeatonRachel McAdamsThe true story of how the Boston Globe uncovered the massive scandal of child molestation and cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, shaking the entire Catholic Church to its core.Reality Show
"What would you do if you could have anything and everything for a week?"
A daytime television show in which a real life random person is chosen to be given the chance to live like a celebrity for a week, staying in a grand home and having access to a generous bank account. Every second of their life in this week is recorded. - DirectorYorgos LanthimosStarsColin FarrellRachel WeiszJessica BardenIn a dystopian near future, according to the laws of The City, single people are taken to The Hotel, where they are obliged to find a romantic partner in 45 days or they're transformed into beasts and sent off into The Woods.Family, Animation
Ratatouille spin off
Pixar's latest film followes a lobster who manages to escape from the kitchen of an exquisite French restaurant. But as they say, out of the frying pan and into the fire, as our clawed friend must face the dangers of the outside world. He eventually finds a companion along the way - Remy, from Ratatouille - DirectorJoss WhedonStarsRobert Downey Jr.Chris EvansMark RuffaloWhen Tony Stark and Bruce Banner try to jump-start a dormant peacekeeping program called Ultron, things go horribly wrong and it's up to Earth's mightiest heroes to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plan.Action, Comedy, Mystery
"So" asks Tony Stark, "How old are you?"
"Not telling!" replies Ultron
And so begins one of the Avengers' greatest challenges - to discover...what is the age of Ultron? - DirectorTom GreenStarsTom GreenRip TornMarisa CoughlanAn unemployed cartoonist moves back in with his parents and younger brother Freddy. When his parents demand he leave, he begins to spread rumors that his father is sexually abusing Freddy.Drama
The tables are turned on Elm Street, as Freddy Kruger accuses one of his former victims, now an adult, of sexual assault. The town's most intriguing court case ensures - DirectorStephen SommersStarsBrendan FraserRachel WeiszJohn HannahAt an archaeological dig in the ancient city of Hamunaptra, an American serving in the French Foreign Legion accidentally awakens a mummy who begins to wreak havoc as he searches for the reincarnation of his long-lost love.Drama
The mother of three now-adult siblings is accused of killing their abusive ex-step father. They are bought to court to act as witnesses to her good character. The trial is inter-cut with flashback scenes of the children's past and their abusive relationship with their ex-father and their mothers' attempts to keep the family together. - DirectorM. Night ShyamalanStarsMark WahlbergZooey DeschanelJohn LeguizamoA science teacher, his wife, and a young girl struggle to survive a plague that causes those infected to commit suicide.Comedy, Sketch
In Monty Python's new film, old men walk their dogs, math teachers explain algebra, mothers pack their kids' lunches, and the constipated flush their toilets.
Things happen
...and they are happening - DirectorBarry LevinsonStarsRobert De NiroJohn TurturroStanley TucciTwo weeks in the life of a fading Hollywood producer who's having a rough time trying to get his new picture made.Comedy, Sketch
The sequel to Monty Python's successful comedy sees a group of people who happened to witness the happening in the first Happening film happen to try to work out what just happened before any more Happenings happen to happen - DirectorMartin ScorseseStarsRobert De NiroLeonardo DiCaprioBrad PittRobert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio must compete for the lead role in Martin Scorsese's next film.Documentary
A collection of successful and not-so-successful audition tapes from various actors for famous movie roles. Highlights include Robert De Niro's efforts as Sonny Corleone and Steve Carell’s audition for Anchorman - DirectorJohn SchlesingerStarsDustin HoffmanLaurence OlivierRoy ScheiderAfter the shocking murder of his older brother, a New York history student finds himself inexplicably hounded by shadowy government agents on the trail of a Nazi war criminal who is trying to retrieve smuggled diamonds.Family
Presenting...MARATHON MAN! The new superhero your family will love! His special powers include going for early morning jogs, first-rate fitness advise, and eating 5 fruits and veg a day! That's right kids - 5 a day! So if you can eat 5 fruits and veg a day, you're super! - DirectorDavid LynchStarsAnthony HopkinsJohn HurtAnne BancroftA Victorian surgeon rescues a heavily disfigured man who is mistreated while scraping a living as a side-show freak. Behind his monstrous façade, there is revealed a person of kindness, intelligence and sophistication.Action, Comedy, Family
In this super villain origin story, one man was called 'fat' one too many times. And after falling in toxic waste whilst simultaneously being trampled on by a herd of elephants, he wants his revenge.
Only one man can stop him...MARATHON MAN! That's right kids, if you eat 5 fruits a day you can be like Marathon Man! - DirectorKaran JoharStarsShah Rukh KhanKajolSheetal MenonAn Indian Muslim man with Asperger's syndrome takes a challenge to speak to the President of the United States seriously and embarks on a cross-country journey.Comedy, Musical
Three cases of mistaken identity causes havok as Shahrukh Khan, Salmaan Khan and Imran Khan's all end up with each others' wife during their honeymoons! - DirectorSpike JonzeStarsJohn CusackCameron DiazCatherine KeenerA puppeteer discovers a portal that leads literally into the head of movie star John Malkovich.Special
A milestone in technology, this 3D experience allows you, via a VR suit, to walk, talk and live as a famous actor for a day. Height restrictions apply - DirectorMichael D. AkersStarsLeo MinayaJack KesyDarra Like Dat BoydA paralyzed gay bicycle racer risks home, relationships and personal health to reenter the fray as a paraplegic racer.Special
Morgan Freeman narrates mundane and dull things in his incredibly soothing voice. Doctors have called 'Morgan' the definitive cure for insomnia - DirectorRichard FleischerKinji FukasakuToshio MasudaStarsMartin BalsamSô YamamuraJason RobardsThe story of the 1941 Japanese air raid on Pearl Harbor, and the series of preceding American blunders that aggravated its effectiveness.History, Drama
A sprawling 4 hour epic which chronicles the birth of the Jewish faith and writings - DirectorSian HederStarsElliot PageAllison JanneyTammy BlanchardDesperate to be rid of her toddler, a dissatisfied Manhattan housewife hires a stranger to babysit and ends up getting much more than she bargained for.Biography
A biopic of Tallulah Bankhead, covering her decorated career and steamy affairs with both male and female co-stars - DirectorJohn McTiernanStarsBruce WillisAlan RickmanBonnie BedeliaA New York City police officer tries to save his estranged wife and several others taken hostage by terrorists during a Christmas party at the Nakatomi Plaza in Los Angeles.Comedy
Retired and aged war vet Bruce Willis has just one thing left to tick off of his bucket list - to sign off with an erection! - DirectorJoel SchumacherStarsMichael DouglasRobert DuvallBarbara HersheyAn ordinary man frustrated with the various flaws he sees in society begins to psychotically and violently lash out against them.Biopic
A lighthearted biopic of Gerald Ford, portrayed by Chevy Chase
Suggested by alioth4 - DirectorTerry GilliamStarsJonathan PryceKim GreistRobert De NiroA bureaucrat in a dystopic society becomes an enemy of the state as he pursues the woman of his dreams.Drama
A movie set in Brazil, particularly on a steamy beach in Rio where swinging guys and gals play and party hard in a sex-fueled summer romp. Rated NC-17
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