Warm! About My Father: De Niro Provides People With a Familiar Tale

1. Midnight Run 1988，IMDB Rating: 7.5, IMDB Votes: 95605, ID: 0095631
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‘Midnight Run’ showcases De Niro’s comic timing as he plays a former cop turned bounty hunter. The film is filled with subtle humor born of personality quirks and the style of the performances. De Niro’s character is intriguing, making the film a must-watch for those seeking an intelligent comedy.
2. Wag the Dog 1997，IMDB Rating: 7.1, IMDB Votes: 89021, ID: 0120885
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‘Wag the Dog’ is a smart political satire where De Niro plays a spin doctor trying to distract from a presidential scandal. The film is uncomfortably prescient, making you laugh and then wonder. De Niro’s performance is commendable, adding depth to the film’s narrative.
3. Mad Dog and Glory 1993，IMDB Rating: 6.2, IMDB Votes: 22853, ID: 0107473
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In ‘Mad Dog and Glory’, De Niro plays a shy cop, a role that showcases his ability to transform himself physically. The film is a smart comedy, focusing on the quirks and personalities of its characters. De Niro’s performance is both original and refreshing, much like his role in ‘About My Father’.
4. The King of Comedy 1982，IMDB Rating: 7.8, IMDB Votes: 120713, ID: 0085794
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The King of Comedy, directed by Martin Scorsese, is a painful and arid film that presents an agonizing portrait of lonely, angry people. Robert De Niro’s performance as Rupert Pupkin, a nerdish man in his 30s who fantasizes himself as a television star, is hilarious and baffling. The film’s style changes to a documentary feel and then back again, making it a unique and engaging watch.
5. We’re No Angels 1989，IMDB Rating: 6.1, IMDB Votes: 24842, ID: 0098625
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We’re No Angels, featuring Robert De Niro and Sean Penn, is a comedy that unfortunately falls flat in most aspects. The film’s plot revolves around two convicts who escape from prison and end up in a small border town, where they are mistaken for priests. Despite its shortcomings, the film’s nuanced portrayal of family relationships and the performances of the cast make it worth a watch.
6. Hi, Mom! 1970，IMDB Rating: 6.1, IMDB Votes: 5940, ID: 0065836
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Hi, Mom! is a unique film that tells an original story in an original way. Robert De Niro plays the lead role of a man who practices hosting an imaginary talk show in his mother’s basement. The film’s exploration of neurodivergence in cinema is commendable, and De Niro’s performance is both hilarious and baffling.
7. Greetings 1968，IMDB Rating: 5.7, IMDB Votes: 4003, ID: 0063036
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Greetings, directed by Brian De Palma, is a string of episodes in the Laurel and Hardy tradition. The film features Robert De Niro and is filled with comic banter and slapstick. Despite its lack of a plot, the film’s attitude and general instinct for what is funny in our society make it an enjoyable watch.
8. Ezra 2023，IMDB Rating: 6.4, IMDB Votes: 2346, ID: 20315818
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Ezra is a poignant film that accurately portrays autistic kids. The film revolves around a father, played by Robert De Niro, fiercely protecting his autistic son. Despite its mixed reviews, Ezra offers a charming and passionate understanding of raising a child on the autism spectrum.
9. The Gang That Couldn’t Shoot Straight 1971，IMDB Rating: 4.8, IMDB Votes: 1607, ID: 0067124
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The Gang That Couldn’t Shoot Straight, a comedy based on Jimmy Breslin’s novel, is a film that tries to be funny but often falls flat. The film’s direction is criticized for being heavy-handed and the plot is seen as casually delineated. Despite its shortcomings, the film has some scenes that work in spite of themselves. It’s a film that might not be great, but it’s historically important.
10. Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Secrest 2011 2010，IMDB Rating: 7.5, IMDB Votes: 36, ID: 1800681
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Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Secrest 2011 is a popular annual New Year’s tradition. The show celebrates the year’s best in music and gives viewers a look at New Year’s celebrations from around the globe. However, specific reviews or detailed information about the 2011 show could not be found.
11. Born to Win (1971) 2014，IMDB Rating: 0.0, IMDB Votes: 0, ID: 5692968
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Born to Win is a crime thriller that awkwardly mixes gritty drama with quirky comedy. It chronicles a group of misfits bound together by heroin. Despite some good acting, the script is criticized for being vague and the film is seen as a bleak portrait of New York City’s drug culture. However, some reviewers found the film surprisingly good.
12. The Wedding Party 1969，IMDB Rating: 4.7, IMDB Votes: 1573, ID: 0065198
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The Wedding Party is a farce created by Brian De Palma, Wilford Leach, and Cynthia Munroe. The film focuses on a soon-to-be groom and his interactions with various relatives of his fiancée and members of the wedding party. However, the film is criticized for not being very funny and for its flat direction. Despite this, some reviewers found charm in the film.
13. Amsterdam 2022，IMDB Rating: 6.1, IMDB Votes: 95474, ID: 10304142
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Amsterdam is a star-studded film that is described as a hot mess. Despite having a cast of major names, the film is criticized for being overstuffed and undernourished. The film lacks compelling visual language and characters with heart-on-their-sleeve humanity. However, some reviewers found the film to be original and refreshing.
14. Mistress 1992，IMDB Rating: 5.4, IMDB Votes: 2410, ID: 0104892
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Mistress (1992) is a comedy-drama film directed by Barry Primus, starring Robert De Niro. The film is about a Hollywood screenwriter and director named Marvin Landisman who is working on cheaply-made instructional videos when his years-old script is read by Jack Roth, a has-been producer. The film received mixed reviews, with some critics appreciating the sharp comic performances while others criticized the film’s predictability and lack of originality. As a movie lover who enjoys adventurous and creative films, I found Mistress to be a unique exploration of the struggles of a Hollywood screenwriter. Despite its predictability, the film offers an engaging narrative and a memorable performance by Robert De Niro.
15. Jennifer on My Mind 1971，IMDB Rating: 4.0, IMDB Votes: 492, ID: 0067266
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Jennifer on My Mind (1971) is a film about two rich American young adults who meet and fall in love in Venice, Italy. The film received generally negative reviews, with critics describing it as an ‘enjoyable flop’. The film’s potential is noted, but it is criticized for not fully realizing it. As a young movie enthusiast, I found Jennifer on My Mind to be a fascinating exploration of young love and the dangers of drug addiction. Despite its flaws, the film offers a unique perspective on the 1970s drug scene and the complexities of young love.
16. Les cent et une nuits de Simon Cinéma 1995，IMDB Rating: 6.5, IMDB Votes: 1925, ID: 0112654
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Les cent et une nuits de Simon Cinéma (1995) is a French comedy film directed by Agnès Varda. The film is a light-hearted look at 100 years of commercial cinema, celebrating favorite films from France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the USA. Critics have described the film as a ‘factory of spoilers and Carambar jokes of the 7th art’. As a young movie lover who enjoys adventurous and creative films, I found Les cent et une nuits de Simon Cinéma to be a delightful celebration of cinema. Despite its comedic approach, the film offers a unique perspective on the history of cinema and the influence of various film industries around the world.