No, this Reel isn”t episodes of “24.” It turns out there are tons of movies that are set in the confines of a single day. Here are just a few of the best films in one day or less.
“Collateral”
Jamie Foxx plays a taxicab driver who discovers his passenger is a professional hit man and he must deliver him to his targets over the course of one hectic night in Los Angeles. This cool thriller is one of the best you”ll see with dynamite performances.
“Phone Booth”
When a phone rings, it must be answered. But when Stu answers this phone, he finds himself playing a dangerous game that will test his sanity. Colin Farrell knocks it out of the park in this slick film that will keep you guessing.
“Cellular”
From the writer of “Phone Booth” comes a twist on the 24-hour movie. Chris Evans receives a call from a kidnapped woman and must race against time to save her.
“12 Angry Men”
Starring Henry Fonda, this courtroom thriller revolves around a jury in a murder trial who are pushed to their limit. This classic reinvents the genre and is just a great film on top of that.
“Reservoir Dogs”
Quentin Tarantino”s debut focuses on a team of criminals whose perfect heist goes terribly wrong, leaving them spiraling into paranoia and questioning which one sold them out.
“The World’s End”
The finale to the Blood and Ice Cream trilogy, this hilarious roller coaster stars Simon Pegg and Nick Frost as buddies trying to relive their glory days, but end up fighting for mankind”s survival.
“Clerks”
This cult classic chronicles a day in the life of convenience store clerks Dante and Randall as they deal with the world”s worst customers and discuss the logistics of “Star Wars.” Shot on a small budget, this comedy is worth every penny.
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