426 Classic Films from Afternoon Sessions
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Os Trapalhões e o Rei do FutebolMovie · 1986 · 74m · Comedy, FamilyIn Brazil, a group of retired soccer players form Galinheiro Futebol Clube. Driven by their love of the game and a desire to win, they prove their age is no barrier. Coach Cardea leads the team, supported by three distinctive assistants: Elvis, a former player pursuing a singing career; Fumê, a skilled cook from a rival team and Cardea's wardrobe manager; and Lupine, a samba composer with a passion for soccer. Their teamwork highlights the strength of friendship and perseverance, all while celebrating Brazilian football culture.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.8 - 402
Baby BoomMovie · 1987 · 110m · Drama, Comedy, RomanceJ.C. Wiatt is a driven New York City career woman focused on reaching the top of her law firm. She and her partner, Steven, an investment broker, have no plans for children. But when J.C.'s distant relative passes away, she unexpectedly becomes the caretaker of their baby girl, Elizabeth.
This new responsibility disrupts J.C.'s life; Steven leaves struggling with the changes. Balancing her demanding career with motherhood becomes difficult, compounded by betrayal from a colleague and prejudice at work.
J.C. is determined to prove she can succeed in all areas – career, relationships, and parenthood – while staying true to herself. With strength and resolve, she fights to forge her own path in a competitive world.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 403
LoverboyMovie · 1989 · 98m · Comedy, RomanceRandy Bodek works at Señor Pizza to pay the bills and notices something unusual about customers who order extra anchovies. He realizes it's a signal they want more than just a pizza delivery – they're looking for companionship. This changes Randy’s life as he gets drawn into the world of being a professional companion. Balancing personal feelings with his work, Randy faces the challenges of this unconventional job while still working at Señor Pizza. The film explores love, desire, and the mix of friendship and intimacy, examining what happens when an ordinary job becomes a way to connect with people.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 404
Best DefenseMovie · 1984 · 94m · Comedy, WarThis military story centers on an engineer working to finalize a new combat vehicle. As tensions increase between countries in Kuwait, the engineer is pressured by an Army officer eager to deploy the untested tank in a critical mission. The film explores the relationship between technological advancement and military planning, alongside themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the impact of war. It realistically portrays the difficulties of engineering and the bonds between soldiers, offering a fresh look at modern conflict.IMDb 3.9TMDB 4.3 - 405
Sister ActMovie · 1992 · 100m · Music, ComedyA gifted singer in Reno witnesses a murder and is pulled into a dangerous Mafia war. To protect her, the authorities hide her in a strict nunnery. The Mother Superior is wary of the singer and tries to limit her impact on the other nuns.
Finding comfort in music, the singer revitalizes the nunnery's choir and begins community projects. Her work leads to a television appearance, but this exposure draws the attention of those who want to harm her.
This suspenseful story combines crime with an emotional look at faith and second chances, as the singer finds connection with the nuns who have sheltered her while facing life-threatening danger.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.8 - 406
SoapdishMovie · 1991 · 97m · ComedyCeleste Talbert faces a storm of trouble while working on the popular soap opera "The Sun Also Sets." As the show's ratings fall, her ambitious co-star Montana Moorehead and producer David Seton Barnes plot to sideline Celeste. Their scheme involves bringing back her ex-boyfriend, Jeffrey Anderson, and adding Celeste's attractive niece, Lori Craven, to the cast. Caught in this complicated mix of personal and professional maneuvering, Celeste must fight to defend her career and the future of "The Sun Also Sets."IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.2 - 407
Hot to TrotMovie · 1988 · 88m · ComedyAfter his mother's death, Fred P. Chaney inherits something unusual: a horse that can talk and knows a lot about money. This unexpected inheritance changes everything for Fred as he tries to make his fortune in the Chicago stock market. The horse offers him special insights and predictions that guide him toward financial success. This lighthearted story shows how Fred's life changes and how we can find guidance from the most surprising places.IMDb 4.5TMDB 5.2 - 408
The Secret GardenMovie · 1993 · 101m · Drama, Family, FantasyThis period drama follows a young British girl who travels from the lively streets of India to her uncle's quiet English castle after her parents die in an earthquake. Feeling neglected in this unfamiliar place, she discovers a forgotten garden on the estate and finds purpose restoring it. Forming a friendship with a servant boy, she works to revive the garden while uncovering hidden secrets within the castle. The film explores themes of grief, strength, and how love and friendship help her heal and find a new home.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.4 - 409
Just One of the GuysMovie · 1985 · 100m · Comedy, RomanceDriven by a strong desire to succeed as a writer, Terry Griffith decides to defy expectations at her high school. Believing her gender has held her back, she secretly enrolls in a new school pretending to be a boy, with her brother Buddy's assistance. She successfully forms close friendships, especially with Rick, and begins to develop romantic feelings for him. But as their relationship deepens, Terry must grapple with the consequences of her deception: can love exist beyond gender, or will her secret destroy everything?IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 410
Ace Ventura: Pet DetectiveMovie · 1994 · 86m · Comedy, Mystery, CrimeJim Carrey stars as a quirky detective who finds lost pets. He's hired by the Miami Dolphins to find their missing mascot and help their quarterback, Dan Marino. Using his unusual methods – including going undercover and charming women – the comedic detective tackles the case, facing danger like a shark. With humor and heart, he consistently succeeds in recovering whatever is lost, delighting audiences along the way.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 411
Project XMovie · 1987 · 108m · Drama, ComedyA young soldier is unexpectedly tasked with looking after a troop of intelligent chimpanzees involved in a secret military project called 'Project X'. As he forms a close connection with the animals, he begins to question the project's true purpose. The story explores the growing bond between human and animal, blurring the lines and raising questions about trust, loyalty, and what it means to be intelligent.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 412
Vice VersaMovie · 1988 · 98m · Comedy, FantasyA father and son's lives are upended when they unexpectedly swap bodies after discovering an ancient oriental skull. The bizarre switch forces them to confront each other's worlds, blurring their identities and roles.
The story examines family connections, differences between generations, and finding oneself as they navigate this strange situation. The father, now in his son's body, experiences a newfound sense of freedom and rebellion, while the son in his father's older body gains a completely new perspective on life.
Adapting to their altered lives, both characters go on an emotional journey of self-discovery and understanding. This film explores the complexities of family relationships, showing how love, empathy, and patience can overcome generational differences, even under extraordinary circumstances.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.8 - 413
Say Anything...Movie · 1989 · 100m · Romance, Comedy, DramaLloyd, an optimistic high school student, tries to win the affection of Diane, a quiet and brilliant classmate. Surprisingly, Diane returns his feelings, and they begin a romance. But Diane's father, who is divorced, strongly disapproves and tries to control her life. Lloyd and Diane must overcome their father's opposition to see if their love can endure.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 414
B.A.P.SMovie · 1997 · 90m · ComedyTwo dancers leave their small town for Los Angeles, hoping to succeed in Hollywood. They soon discover breaking into the dance world is difficult. To make money while trying to maintain a glamorous lifestyle, they take a job caring for a wealthy, ill millionaire.
As caretakers, the dancers embrace a luxurious lifestyle and transform themselves. The film follows their comedic journey of self-discovery alongside the challenges of caring for their patient and pursuing their dreams.
It's a humorous story about friendship, ambition, and identity, offering an entertaining look at personal growth and the complexities of life.IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.2 - 415
Not Quite HumanMovie · 1987 · 97m · Comedy, Family, Science FictionDedicated scientist Dr. Jonas Carson creates Chip, an advanced android teenager, to study social integration. He enrolls Chip in school with his daughter, Becky, and they unexpectedly connect. But Dr. Carson's former employer sees Chip's potential for profit and uses unethical methods to seize control of the android. The film explores themes of invention, relationships, and corporate ambition, questioning what it means to be human.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.4 - 416
ClassMovie · 1983 · 98mA sheltered Midwestern student named Jonathan develops a close friendship with his sophisticated roommate, Skip, who guides him into a new world. Encouraged by Skip, Jonathan begins pursuing older women in Chicago bars and becomes romantically involved with the captivating Ellen. He later discovers the shocking truth: Ellen is Skip's mother. This revelation strains the friendship between the two men, especially as a cheating scandal erupts at their school.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0
