Jay Giannone
Biography: Jay Giannone is an American actor, director, writer, and producer known for his work in both film and television. He is often recognized for his supporting roles in major films, particularly those in the crime and thriller genres. Some of his notable acting roles include appearances in films like The Departed (2006), directed by Martin Scorsese, where he played a small but memorable part, and Patriots Day (2016), a film about the Boston Marathon bombing directed by Peter Berg. In addition to his acting career, Giannone has worked behind the scenes as a director and writer, and he often draws on his personal experiences growing up in South Boston, a neighborhood known for its working-class roots and proximity to some of the real-life events and figures portrayed in his projects. Giannone is known for his gritty, authentic portrayal of urban characters, and he has worked closely with other actors and directors in the Boston film community.
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Untold
2014-08-29
Untold
Overview: A hate crime triggers disturbing flashbacks for a young veteran, finding herself reluctantly joining a PTSD support group. The eclectic group of women veterans encourages her to peel away her families' lies and confront her mother who holds the truth. Based on a true story.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-08-29
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Issac
2025-02-14
Issac
Overview: Issac, a young reclusive mortician who inherited his stepfather's mortuary business, meets a friendly waitress, Cassi. The two create an instant connection and after a night of terror, they pursue a revenge murder together.
Genres: Thriller Romance Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2025-02-14
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Safe
2012-04-16
Safe
Overview: After a former elite agent rescues a 12-year-old Chinese girl who's been abducted, they find themselves in the middle of a standoff between Triads, the Russian Mafia and high-level corrupt New York City politicians and police.
Genres: Action Crime Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-04-16
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Take Back
2021-06-18
Take Back
Overview: Zara and Brian are living the perfect small town life when a mysterious stranger from Zara's secret past kidnaps their daughter and now they must race to save her life.
Genres: Action Thriller Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-06-18
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Interpretation
2008-01-01
Interpretation
Overview: A romantic couple's brief encounter with a few philosophical thugs unfolds in an unusual way. After this night no one will be the same. Everyone will learn something new.
Genres: Crime Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-01-01
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The Featherweight
2023-09-03
The Featherweight
Overview: Set in 1964, a camera crew follows Willie Pep, retired featherweight boxing champion. Down and out in Hartford CT, married to a woman half his age and with a drug-addled son and mounting debts, Pep decides to make a return to the ring.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-09-03
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American Hustle
2013-12-03
American Hustle
Overview: A conman and his seductive partner are forced to work for a wild FBI agent, who pushes them into a world of Jersey power-brokers and the Mafia.
Genres: Drama Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-12-03
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By the Gun
2014-09-28
By the Gun
Overview: A rising Boston gangster (Ben Barnes) endangers those around him when he starts to make moves without the knowledge of his boss (Harvey Keitel).
Genres: Crime Drama Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-09-28
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Open Wounds
Open Wounds
Overview: At fading indie horror studio, its owner Jefferson, and his nephew Caleb, a young horror movie obsessive and aspiring makeup artist, finally gets his “little break” when Jefferson assigns him to work on a B-list movie about a vampire. There, he encounters another makeup artist, Ginni, with whom he feels he can share his vulnerabilities, as well as an unsupportive rival, Todd.
Genres: Horror Thriller
Original Language: en
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The Iceman
2012-09-01
The Iceman
Overview: The true story of Richard Kuklinski, the notorious contract killer and family man.
Genres: Thriller Crime Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-09-01
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Outlaw Johnny Black
2023-09-15
Outlaw Johnny Black
Overview: Hell bent on avenging the death of his father, Johnny Black vows to gun down Brett Clayton and becomes a wanted man in the process while posing as a preacher in a small mining town that's been taken over by a notorious Land Baron.
Genres: Action Comedy Western
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-09-15
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Three Kings
1999-09-27
Three Kings
Overview: A group of American soldiers stationed in Iraq at the end of the Gulf War find a map they believe will take them to a huge cache of stolen Kuwaiti gold hidden near their base, and they embark on a secret mission that's destined to change everything.
Genres: Action Comedy War
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-09-27
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The Departed
2006-10-04
The Departed
Overview: To take down South Boston's Irish Mafia, the police send in one of their own to infiltrate the underworld, not realizing the syndicate has done likewise. While an undercover cop curries favor with the mob kingpin, a career criminal rises through the police ranks. But both sides soon discover there's a mole among them.
Genres: Drama Thriller Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-10-04
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From the Head
2011-06-24
From the Head
Overview: Underneath Times Square, there's a strip club filled with beautiful women. Behind the club's bathroom door is Shoes, a bathroom attendant. For three years, Shoes gives advice, compliments or a sympathetic ear to his visitors, getting occasional tips. But on the night of his three-year anniversary at the club, Shoes' customers and coworkers start to make him look into his own life.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-06-24
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Phoenix
2023-08-19
Phoenix
Overview: It follows Fiona "Phoenix" Grant, a U.S. Army veteran Sergeant teaching hand-to-hand combat skills in Afghanistan. She receives word that her father has been killed in Florida.
Genres: Action Crime Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-08-19
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I ♥ Huckabees
2004-09-10
I ♥ Huckabees
Overview: A husband-and-wife team play detective, but not in the traditional sense. Instead, the happy duo helps others solve their existential issues, the kind that keep you up at night, wondering what it all means.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-09-10
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Justice Served
2015-05-05
Justice Served
Overview: Three individuals whose loved ones were victims of crimes are about to get the chance to re-litigate the crime in a private setting, under the auspices of "Justice", a mysterious voice acting as judge, jury, and executioner.
Genres: Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-05-05
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Confidence
2003-04-25
Confidence
Overview: What Jake Vig doesn't know just might get him killed. A sharp and polished grifter, Jake has just swindled thousands of dollars from the unsuspecting Lionel Dolby with the help of his crew. It becomes clear that Lionel wasn't just any mark, he was an accountant for eccentric crime boss Winston King. Jake and his crew will have to stay one step ahead of both the criminals and the cops to finally settle their debt.
Genres: Action Comedy Thriller Crime Mystery
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-04-25
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Patriots Day
2016-12-12
Patriots Day
Overview: In the aftermath of an unspeakable act of terror, Police Sergeant Tommy Saunders joins courageous survivors, first responders and investigators in a race against the clock to hunt down the Boston Marathon bombers before they strike again.
Genres: Action Crime Drama History Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-12-12
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The Game Plan
2007-09-28
The Game Plan
Overview: Bachelor football star Joe Kingman seems to have it all. He is wealthy and carefree, and his team is on the way to capturing a championship. Suddenly, he is tackled by some unexpected news: He has a young daughter, the result of a last fling with his ex-wife. Joe must learn to balance his personal and professional lives with the needs of his child.
Genres: Comedy Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-09-28
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Gone Baby Gone
2007-09-18
Gone Baby Gone
Overview: When 4 year old Amanda McCready disappears from her home and the police make little headway in solving the case, the girl's aunt, Beatrice McCready hires two private detectives, Patrick Kenzie and Angie Gennaro. The detectives freely admit that they have little experience with this type of case, but the family wants them for two reasons—they're not cops and they know the tough neighborhood in which they all live.
Genres: Crime Drama Mystery
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-09-18
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Acceleration
2019-11-08
Acceleration
Overview: After being double crossed by his most trusted operative, a ruthless crime lord takes revenge by kidnapping the her son. Overwhelmed with fear, the operative is given one night to make up for her misdeeds by systematically eliminating his enemies. As the hours rush by, the steaks begin to rise and the darkened city streets turn into a brutal and bloody battle ground.
Genres: Action Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-11-08
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Lansky
2021-06-24
Lansky
Overview: When the aging Meyer Lansky is investigated one last time by the Feds who suspect he has stashed away millions of dollars over half a century, the retired gangster spins a dizzying tale, revealing the untold truth about his life as the notorious boss of Murder Inc. and the National Crime Syndicate.
Genres: Crime Drama Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-06-24
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Southie
1998-06-10
Southie
Overview: South Boston Irish bad boy Danny Quinn returns back home from New York and gets stuck between his pals, who are supported by one Irish mafia clan, and his family, which are members of another.
Genres: Drama Action Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-06-10
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A Broken Code
2012-01-11
A Broken Code
Overview: Two brothers, Carmelo and Gino, are raised by their mob boss grandfather Salvatore Gianni. After the murder of their grandfather the two must join forces to track down the killer. No one is ruled out as a suspect, including one of the family. How will the truth unfold?
Genres: Crime Thriller Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-01-11
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The Penitent Thief
2021-02-25
The Penitent Thief
Overview: The story of the two unnamed men who were crucified alongside Jesus and how they came to be beside him on the cross that fateful day. Dismas and his brother Jotham, along with Gestas, another young man who will share their fate, suffer tragedy and injustice at the hands of a band of thieves and a ruthless Roman centurion. Theirs is a story of survival against the odds, but they cannot outrun their destiny.
Genres: Drama Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-02-25
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Downeast
2021-03-31
Downeast
Overview: Dives into the often ignored seedy underbelly of Maine and it follows Emma Maddox as she returns to her hometown years following the mysterious death of her brother, Mikey. As she reconnects with his best friend Tommy, the two rekindle their flame and Emma begins to uncover the web of lies the town has been keeping.
Genres: Drama Crime Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-03-31
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Crazy Girls Undercover
2008-01-01
Crazy Girls Undercover
Overview: The film is about a group of Las Vegas sexy showgirls who are undercover agents working with a former C.I.A. agent to stop a terrorist attack.
Genres: Action Thriller Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-01-01
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The Razor's Edge
The Razor's Edge
Overview: A former mob hitman faces a dilemma when his daughter is kidnapped and his love interest targeted. He must take on a final dangerous job while evading a ruthless assassin.
Genres: Action Thriller
Original Language: en
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A Short Film About Purgatory
2022-08-28
A Short Film About Purgatory
Overview: A college student investigates the moments leading up to her classmate's suicide.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-08-28
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I Am Stamos
2004-03-03
I Am Stamos
Overview: A dark comedy about a character actor whose wish to be a leading man comes true when he magically begins to photograph as John Stamos, provoking the unholy wrath of Stamos.
Genres: Comedy Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-03-03
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What Doesn't Kill You
2008-12-12
What Doesn't Kill You
Overview: Two childhood friends from South Boston turn to crime as a way to get by, ultimately causing a strain in their personal lives and their friendship.
Genres: Action Crime Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-12-12
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Blackjack: The Jackie Ryan Story
2020-10-01
Blackjack: The Jackie Ryan Story
Overview: The Brooklyn-native street basketball legend Jackie Ryan.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-10-01
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Diamond in the Rough
2009-05-16
Diamond in the Rough
Overview: A struggling actor dodging landlords and meter maids, pleading with agents, selling anyone and everyone on the dream of his talent -- that's the reality depicted in Diamond in the Rough.
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-05-16
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Sweet 16
2018-01-13
Sweet 16
Overview: Its Lily's 16th birthday. She wants to celebrate with her boyfriend. Unfortunately, he has other plans.
Genres: Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-01-13
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Difficult to Stay Alive and Die
2011-04-04
Difficult to Stay Alive and Die
Overview: Agent Rico Seagull will have to face ninjas, care for the environment, make passionate Seagal love, and participate in a Segway scooter chase before he can satisfy his taste for killing.
Genres: Action Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-04-04
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Scalpers
2009-10-21
Scalpers
Overview: Overview is not available online.
Genres: Crime Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-10-21
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Ben Ramsey's iNTERFACE
2019-11-07
Ben Ramsey's iNTERFACE
Overview: In the future the ultimate gaming console is the human mind. When the games begin to kill the players in real life, one cop must go undercover into the virtual world of gaming to bring these deadly mind- hackers down for good.
Genres: Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-11-07
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Ordinary Man
2012-03-02
Ordinary Man
Overview: Tow truck driver Jason Watts is barely making ends meet, so when an opportunity to work "overtime" presents itself, he has no choice but to take it. Not wanting to disappoint his son, Chris, Jason takes him along for a Saturday spent in a tow truck. Chris is an amazing 8 year old that loves superheros. But which is his favorite? Hulk, Iron Man, Super Man, all good, but Chris can find a flaw in each. When his day with Jason turns deadly, Chris finds out exactly who the best superhero is.
Genres: Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-03-02
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A Little Push
2012-10-06
A Little Push
Overview: Skinny is a man at a crossroads in his life but after a chance encounter with a stranger, he looks back on his life and the choices he's made. The memories of his past begin to blend together with his present, with what he imagines his life could have been if he made different choices, and with the future lives he could lead moving forward.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-10-06
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Judas' Chariot
2014-10-14
Judas' Chariot
Overview: Drew is preparing to leave his life of torment behind and never look back. Before he does, he is going to need to convince his adopted sister and lover June, to join him in his escape. Larry, Drew and June's adopted guardian, is a pimp and strip club owner who gets wind of their plan to leave. While he is ready to let go of Drew, he sees too much equity in June's beauty to release her from his grip. With help from his heroin addicted Uncle Marvin, the ship will sail with or without the girl.
Genres: Crime Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-10-14
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Hollow Point
2019-06-13
Hollow Point
Overview: When his wife and daughter are senselessly murdered, a grieving man finds himself caught up in a war between a group of charismatic vigilantes and the crime that infests their city.
Genres: Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-06-13
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Club Life
2015-05-29
Club Life
Overview: When Johnny D. is forced to take on his family's financial troubles, he turns to the Manhattan club scene to make some fast cash. As he falls under the wing of a veteran nightlife promoter, Johnny quickly rises through the ranks - but soon finds that not everything behind the red rope is full of glitz and glamour.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-05-29
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Jackpot
Jackpot
Overview: Overview is not available online.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
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Missionary
2024-12-13
Missionary
Overview: 'Missionary,’ a short film featuring Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-12-13
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