Under the bright lights of Hollywood’s spotlight, none are more captivating than the dazzling stars we see onscreen. However, let’s not forget the people behind the lens that make them shine brighter—directors. Oscar-winning Director Steven Soderbergh has made a name for himself for his versatility by helming films across multiple genres and assembling impressive ensembles of actors for his projects. If you aren’t familiar with Steven Soderbergh’s impressive filmography, here are five of his most entertaining titles you can stream on HBO Go, best enjoyed with the Philippines’ fastest Internet connection: PLDT Home!
The Ocean’s Trilogy
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Experience some of the most cinematic heists put on screen with the Ocean’s Trilogy. Soderbergh’s direction breathes new life into a remake that is arguably better than the original. Assembling an impressive ensemble that includes the likes of George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and Matt Damon, Soderbergh’s lens captures their wit and charisma and mixes it with the thrilling rollercoaster of twists and turns of great heist movies. Stream Ocean’s Eleven, Ocean’s Twelve, and Ocean’s Thirteen on HBO Go, powered by PLDT Home.
Magic Mike’s Last Dance
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Years after the original Magic Mike film took the world by surprise, Soderbergh returns to close out the trilogy with Magic Mike’s Last Dance. His return as director brings Mike (Channing Tatum) back to his humble and gritty roots, bringing the focus back to Mike’s journey as a struggling everyman trying to make ends meet with his evocative dancing. Stream Magic Mike’s Last Dance on HBO Go, powered by PLDT Home.
Traffic
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Traffic stands as Steven Soderbergh’s finest work. He flexes his directing prowess by navigating intricate webs of multiple narratives so effortlessly, while still being able to produce gritty drama and biting social commentary. It’s only fitting that Soderbergh won an Oscar for Best Director in 2001. Stream Traffic on HBO Go, powered by PLDT Home.
Behind the Candelabra
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Soderbergh’s films have always been able to capture the depth and pathos of uniquely interesting characters, and this skill is most exemplified in Behind the Candelabra. Soderbergh's skillful direction captures the dazzling yet complex life of Liberace (Michael Douglas) and his tempestuous relationship with his live-in lover, played by Matt Damon. The film elevates the image of Liberace beyond the reputation that preceded him. Stream Behind the Candelabra on HBO Go, powered by PLDT Home.
Kimi
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Soderbergh may be most known for handling sprawling casts of A-List celebrities, but Kimi proves that he can also make captivating films with a more focused cast. In this film, the lens is singularly focused on Angela Childs (Zoë Kravitz), an agoraphobe forced to confront her fear of going to the outside world. Stream Kimi on HBO Go, powered by PLDT Home.
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