DAVID O. RUSSELL

JOY (2015)

Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, Édgar RamÍrez and Isabella Rossellini. Directed by David O. Russell.

The emotionally compelling and often comedic journey of a woman who triumphed over personal and financial challenges by inventing the Miracle Mop, which she sold on QVC and went on to become a hugely successful entrepreneur.

REVIEWS Joy - Jennifer Lawrence shines in otherwise lacklustre film
Joy - Two hours about a mop

AMERICAN HUSTLE (2013)

Starring Christian Bale - Melvin Weinberg, Bradley Cooper - Jimmy Boyle, Jennifer Lawrence - Rosalyn Rosenfeld, Amy Adams - Sydney Prosser, Jeremy Renner - Carmine Polito, Robert De Niro - Victor Tellegio and Michael PeÑa - Paco Hernandez. Directed by David O. Russell.

When cocky conman Melvin Weinberg is caught pulling a sting by FBI agent Jimmy Boyle’s unit, he agrees to become an informant. Together, Mel and the FBI mastermind an infamous sting operation, employing a fake Arab sheik and a host of other cunning tricks to implicate a number of high profile players in the conspiratorial building of Atlantic City casinos. As the lies pile up and more criminals become entangled in the increasingly intricate plot, Mel isn’t sure who to trust anymore and the FBI worries that they’re being set up. Set in the underbelly of New York City, this is a fast paced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the operation that severely crippled organised crime.

REVIEWS American Hustle - Comb-overs, cons & J-Law, oh my

SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK (2013)

Starring Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro, Jacki Weaver, Chris Tucker, Julia Stiles, Shea Whigham, Dash Mihok, Anupam Kher and John Ortiz. Directed by David O. Russell.

Life doesn't always go according to plan...Pat Solitano has lost everything - his house, his job, and his wife. He now finds himself living back with his mother and father after spending eight months in a state institution on a plea bargain. Pat is determined to rebuild his life, remain positive and reunite with his wife, despite the challenging circumstances of their separation. All Pat's parents want is for him to get back on his feet - and to share their family's obsession with the Philadelphia Eagles football team. When Pat meets Tiffany, a mysterious girl with problems of her own, things get complicated. Tiffany offers to help Pat reconnect with his wife, but only if he'll do something very important for her in return. As their deal plays out, an unexpected bond begins to form between them, and silver linings appear in both of their lives.

REVIEWS Silver Linings Playbook - Unique rom-com

JOY (2015)

Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, Édgar RamÍrez and Isabella Rossellini. Directed by David O. Russell.

The emotionally compelling and often comedic journey of a woman who triumphed over personal and financial challenges by inventing the Miracle Mop, which she sold on QVC and went on to become a hugely successful entrepreneur.

REVIEWS Joy - Jennifer Lawrence shines in otherwise lacklustre film
Joy - Two hours about a mop

AMERICAN HUSTLE (2013)

Starring Christian Bale - Melvin Weinberg, Bradley Cooper - Jimmy Boyle, Jennifer Lawrence - Rosalyn Rosenfeld, Amy Adams - Sydney Prosser, Jeremy Renner - Carmine Polito, Robert De Niro - Victor Tellegio and Michael PeÑa - Paco Hernandez. Directed by David O. Russell.

When cocky conman Melvin Weinberg is caught pulling a sting by FBI agent Jimmy Boyle’s unit, he agrees to become an informant. Together, Mel and the FBI mastermind an infamous sting operation, employing a fake Arab sheik and a host of other cunning tricks to implicate a number of high profile players in the conspiratorial building of Atlantic City casinos. As the lies pile up and more criminals become entangled in the increasingly intricate plot, Mel isn’t sure who to trust anymore and the FBI worries that they’re being set up. Set in the underbelly of New York City, this is a fast paced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the operation that severely crippled organised crime.

REVIEWS American Hustle - Comb-overs, cons & J-Law, oh my

JOY (2015)

Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, Édgar RamÍrez and Isabella Rossellini. Directed by David O. Russell.

The emotionally compelling and often comedic journey of a woman who triumphed over personal and financial challenges by inventing the Miracle Mop, which she sold on QVC and went on to become a hugely successful entrepreneur.

REVIEWS Joy - Jennifer Lawrence shines in otherwise lacklustre film
Joy - Two hours about a mop