4 Shots From 4 Films is just what it says it is, 4 shots from 4 of our favorite films. As opposed to the reviews and recaps that we usually post, 4 Shots From 4 Films lets the visuals do the talking.
It’s Tom Cruise’s birthday and that means that it’s time for….
4 Shots From 4 Tom Cruise Films
Risky Business (1983, dir by Paul Brickman, DP: Bruce Surtees)
Cocktail (1988, dir by Roger Donaldson, DP: Dean Semler)
Mission Impossible (1996, dir by Brian De Palma, DP: Stephen H. Burum)
Eyes Wide Shut (1999. dir by Stanley Kubrick, DP: Larry Smith)
Through the Shattered Lens 
Not a HUGE fan but I did enjoy his performances in Taps and Vanilla Sky. Hated his playing Lestat in Interview with the Vampire but nothing against him per se. When reading the novels I immediately saw Julian Sands as Lestat, with Sting and David Lee Roth not far behind.
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He is fearless in his film choices: mainstream stuff and edgy as well – and his Tropic Thunder scenes stole the film!
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🎬 RIP Michael Madsen (1957–2025) – The Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill star has passed away at 67. Here’s a tribute to his unforgettable legacy. https://bankinginsights.blog/blog/michael-madsen-dead
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