Ben Weiss Movies
- 2009
- R
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After a stint in prison, Arkin (Josh Stewart) finds employment as a handyman. But Arkin decides to rob his boss in order to repay his ex-wife (Daniella Alonso). Venturing to his employer's remote country house to make the heist, he soon finds himself -- as well as the boss' family -- at the mercy of "The Collector." This masked menace turns the house into a maze of fiendish traps. Only Arkin's wits offer any hope of escape from gruesome death. This bloody, visceral entry in the "torture porn" genre is the directorial debut of screenwriter Marcus Dunstan, whose previous credits include Feast and Saw IV. ~ All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Josh Stewart, Michael Reilly Burke, (more)
- 2007
The Weinstein Company joins forces with screenwriter/director Marcus Dunstan and scribe Patrick Melton to tell this tense tale of a man who breaks into the home of his employer, only to make a shocking discovery. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
- 2003
Back on the job, Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) is still wary of Gavin (Dermot Mulroney), the young hotshot who covered for her while she was on maternity leave. To all outward appearances, Gavin is less interested in getting Rachel's job than in winning her heart -- as he demonstrates by presenting her with a remarkable birthday gift. Elsewhere, baby Emma's sexy new nanny, Molly (Melissa George), has aroused the interest of Joey (Matt LeBlanc), much to Ross' (David Schwimmer) dismay. And Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow) experiences a devastating loss thanks to a clumsy Mike (Paul Rudd). ~ All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Paul Rudd, Dermot Mulroney, (more)
- 2003
Greg Kinnear guest stars as Dr. Hobart, eminent paleontologist, Nobel Prize winner, and former boyfriend of Ross' current amour, Charlie (Aisha Tyler). Anxious to get a prestigious grant from Hobart, Ross (David Schwimmer) is willing to many any sacrifice -- but he may draw the line when it comes to giving up Charlie. Elsewhere, Chandler (Matthew Perry) unsuccessfully tries to cover up the fact that he's sneak-previewed Joey's (Matt LeBlanc) audition tape, and Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) and Monica (Courteney Cox) get into a tussle over a painting that neither one wants -- or do they? ~ All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Greg Kinnear, Aisha Tyler, (more)
- 2003
Ross (David Schwimmer) insists that he's "fine" concerning the romance between Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) and Joey (Matt LeBlanc), but proves otherwise when he gets drunk during a dinner date. Complicating matters is the confused state of mind of Ross' erstwhile girlfriend Charlie (Aisha Tyler). Meanwhile, Phoebe's half-brother, Frank Jr. (Giovanni Ribisi), pays a visit with the triplets borne by surrogate mom Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow) in tow, the better to make a curious offer. And Chandler (Matthew Perry) sticks his foot in it when he lets slips the fact that a youngster of his acquaintance was adopted. ~ All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Giovanni Ribisi, Aisha Tyler, (more)
- 2003
Having learned that they are unable to conceive a child, Monica (Courteney Cox) and Chandler (Matthew Perry) seek out the services of a sperm bank. This is dispiriting enough, but the situation becomes downright disgusting for Chandler when he meets potential donor Zack (played by guest star John Stamos). Meanwhile, Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow) prepares to go out with her ex-boyfriend Mike, when who should show up but another of her ex-boyfriends, the geeky-but-lovable scientist David (Hank Azaria). And elsewhere, an upcoming speech at a paleontology convention serves as the catalyst for a confrontation between Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) and Charlie (Aisha Tyler). ~ All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Hank Azaria, John Stamos, (more)
- 2002
At Monica's (Courteney Cox) suggestion, an uptight Chandler (Matthew Perry) tries to relax with a scented bubble bath -- and once he's in the tub, he refuses to get out. In other developments, Joey (Matt LeBlanc) refuses to admit that his feelings for Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) have gone way beyond friendship -- a situation that leads Monica to believe that Joey is actually in love with Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow). And while sifting through some rather unusual names for their baby, Rachel and Ross (David Schwimmer) debate whether they should find out if the infant is a boy or a girl, or save the surprise until the last moment. ~ All Movie Guide
- 2002
Joey (Matt LeBlanc) finally tells Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) that he's falling in love with her. Unfortunately, Rachel doesn't take him seriously -- and that's not the worst of it. Back at the Central Perk, Ross (David Schwimmer) and Gunther (James Michael Tyler) ruminate over Joey's ardor. And Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow) is currently dating the man who once meant more to Monica (Courteney Cox) than anyone else in the world -- or at least that's what Phoebe tells a nonplussed Chandler (Matthew Perry). ~ All Movie Guide
- 2002
Now that she has been dating Mike (Paul Rudd) for a while, Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow) feels comfortable enough to tell him a bit more about herself. Unfortunately, her confession that few (actually, none) of her previous romances have led to long-term commitments may put the kibosh on her present relationship, forcing Ross (David Schwimmer) to come to her rescue with a little "creative fabrication" (it's a nicer phrase than "bold-faced lie"). Meanwhile, Joey (Matt LeBlanc) gets a feeling of déjà vu while at the apartment of his latest girlfriend, and Monica (Courteney Cox) pays an unforgettable visit to Chandler (Matthew Perry) in Tulsa. ~ All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Paul Rudd, James Michael Tyler, (more)
- 2002
Joey (Matt LeBlanc) jumps to the wrong conclusion when he fails to recognize Chandler (Matthew Perry) as the person who is sneaking in to visit Monica (Courteney Cox). Meanwhile, poor Ross (David Schwimmer) just can't hit it off with Phoebe's (Lisa Kudrow) new boyfriend, Mike (Paul Rudd). And Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) impulsively gives her phone number to a very casual male acquaintance. ~ All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Paul Rudd, Chris Payne Gilbert, (more)
- 2001
In the second of Friends' four special 40-minute episodes which originally ran in February 2000, the magic number is not "40" but "30," as Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) becomes the last of the friends to hit the big three-oh. This sets the others to reminiscing about their own "milestone" birthdays, replete with embarrassing flashbacks. And there's something else: thanks to her redoubtable twin sister, Ursula, Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow) discovers that she's slightly older than she ever suspected. ~ All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elliott Gould, Christina Pickles, (more)
- 2000
The friends conspire -- and compete -- to find the "perfect" man to escort Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) to a fancy charity ball. Ross (David Schwimmer) continues to fret over the age gap between himself and his girlfriend, Elizabeth (Alexandra Holden), especially when he finds out about her plans for spring break in Daytona Beach. And Joey (Matt LeBlanc) plays upon the sympathies of others to finance a new refrigerator for himself. ~ All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Alexandra Holden, Scott Paetty, (more)
