One of my uncles once said, “If a conversation isn’t at least 30% arguing, is it even worth having?” I was too young to catch the wisdom in that sentence, or even to remember it. Then I grew up and watched a David O. Russell movie… and it hit me. The wisdom hit me. In the movie, the characters were not just talking; they were shouting, screaming, scheming, and throwing punches. When I thought about more Russell movies, I realized that his characters, whether hustling, boxing, or just trying to get through an explosive family dinner, always bring an energy that makes you feel like you accidentally walked into the most entertaining argument ever.His movies make an impression. They are chaotic, hilarious, and often deeply heartfelt, like watching a group of wildly dysfunctional geniuses figure out life in real-time. So, in the spirit of passionate debates and cinematic madness, we are ranking the 10 films he has directed so far from weakest to best. Things are about to get heated.Top 10 David O. Russell Movies10. Amsterdam (2022) - YouTube Amsterdam is a movie that buckles under its ambition despite a star-studded cast and a lush 1930s aesthetic. Christian Bale, Margot Robbie, and John David Washington lead a story that tries to juggle a quirky murder mystery, a heartfelt friendship, and sharp political satire, only to end up a disjointed mess. The overstuffed plot meanders aimlessly, making the 134-minute runtime feel endless. It’s frustrating not because it lacks potential, but because...
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