Anthony Barstow

Los Angeles

Sports Editor at Ranker

Publishing operations @Ranker. Writer, designer, web producer. These tweets will not make your life better, but they probably will not hurt much either.

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Articles

Is This Forgotten Schwarzenegger Thriller The Ultimate 'So Bad It's Good' Stephen King Movie?

1 week ago | ranker.com | Anthony Barstow

One has to give King a lot of credit for being willing to take risks, and this includes being willing to both write and direct his own film. The result of his efforts is Maximum Overdrive, which is the very definition of so bad it’s good. After all, this is a film featuring machines coming to life and terrorizing people as a result of a comet passing over the Earth.
From 'The Departed' To 'Hereditary': Wild Plot Twists That Go Totally Off The Rails

1 week ago | ranker.com | Anthony Barstow

The most impactful movie plot twists shake up the film's narrative, but do so in a way that is logically consistent with what has been shown before. Some twists give the audience a moment to breathe after they're revealed, while others go from zero to 100 real quick and are followed by shocking action. Sometimes plot twists get a bad rap, and it's true that when they're executed poorly they can ruin a movie.
15 Infamously Bad Movies That Are Almost Saved By A Wild Plot Twist

2 weeks ago | ranker.com | Anthony Barstow

Twists are a mandatory component of heist movies, and the starry 2021 comedy thriller Red Notice ascribes the philosophy that more is better. Dwayne Johnson stars as John Hartley, an FBI agent trying to track down an infamous art thief known as “The Bishop” (Gal Gadot). Reluctantly, he joins forces with the second-most infamous art thief, a smart aleck named Nolan Booth (Ryan Reynolds), to locate the third and final gold egg that once belonged to Cleopatra.
What Are Paul Giamatti's Top 10 Movies? Here's What Fans Have To Say

2 weeks ago | ranker.com | Anthony Barstow

Over the years, Paul Giamatti has earned a well-deserved reputation as a versatile and skilled actor. His impressive filmography features some great movies, in which he consistently delivers captivating performances. Delving into this collection of compelling films highlights his cinematic contributions. The best Giamatti movies offer a masterclass in acting, as the actor embodies a variety of characters with striking authenticity and depth.
Is Jared Leto's Best Movie Actually This Underrated Thriller From 2002?

3 weeks ago | ranker.com | Anthony Barstow

Movie fans from all walks of life have come together to cast their vote and determine the best Jared Leto movies. With a career spanning over two decades, it's no surprise that this list is so varied and fascinating. Leto has been able to captivate audiences with every role he plays; his commitment to embodying each character allows him to bring an intensity that few actors can muster.
Michael Keaton's Best Role Isn't Tim Burton's 'Beetlejuice' - But What Is It?

3 weeks ago | ranker.com | Anthony Barstow

Michael Keaton stands out as a great actor because of his incredible versatility and ability to fully inhabit unique characters. In Beetlejuice, he delivers a wild, comedic performance that's both chaotic and charismatic, creating a vividly memorable character. As Batman, Keaton shifts gears completely, giving audiences a nuanced superhero grounded in realism, complexity, and subtlety.
Even Ken Jennings Couldn't Answer These Final 'Jeopardy!' Questions

3 weeks ago | ranker.com | Anthony Barstow

Ken Jennings established himself as the best Jeopardy contestant of all time with his victory in the Jeopardy: Greatest of All Time tournament in 2020, but long before that, Jennings rewrote the rules for show with a record-breaking run of dominance. He won 74 consecutive games, earning more than $2.5 million, and establishing the bar for all future contestants on the show. But even Jennings got stumped from time to time.
The 'Fast and Furious' Movies Ranked From Good To Just Downright Bad

3 weeks ago | ranker.com | Anthony Barstow

The Fast and the Furious franchise has been taking audiences to the streets in incredibly fast cars for more than a decade. The Fast and the Furious first came out in 2001 and delighted moviegoers with a story based on the Los Angeles street racing scene. All of these movies are classics or at least memorable but one of them has to be the best of the Fast and Furious movies.
Surprising 'Shawshank Redemption' Behind The Scenes Details That Make It Even Better

3 weeks ago | ranker.com | Anthony Barstow

What happens when a wannabe first-time director writes an almost perfect screenplay? Look no further than The Shawshank Redemption, the making of which was a laborious process filled with 18-hour days and six-day weeks. Take a look at what really happened behind the scenes of the movie that sits atop the No. 1 spot on IMDb's list of the Top 250 Movies. The Shawshank Redemption is one of those movies that makes people not just cry but full-on weep.
Top 10 Jake Gyllenhaal Movies And Performances, Ranked

3 weeks ago | ranker.com | Anthony Barstow

Jake Gyllenhaal's acting skills shine through in films like Brokeback Mountain, Donnie Darko, and Zodiac. In Brokeback Mountain, he delivered a heartfelt performance that showed the complexities of forbidden love and internal struggle. He was able to convey deep emotion with just a look or a slight change in his voice, making the character's journey feel genuine and raw. In Donnie Darko, Gyllenhaal played the troubled teen with an intensity that made the film a cult classic.