The Two Best Action Movies of the 2000s Came from David Cronenberg
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Legendary body horror director David Cronenberg shocked Hollywood with two gritty mafia action films that became cult classics in the 2000s.
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- Cronenberg directed back-to-back mafia thrillers 'A History of Violence' and 'Eastern Promises' in the 2000s, a surprising move for the horror auteur.
- Lead actor Viggo Mortensen starred in both films, delivering career-defining performances and cementing his status as an action hero beyond his Lord of the Rings fame.
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David Cronenberg, Viggo Mortensen, A History of Violence, Eastern Promises