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Priest Daens1992 • 138 minDrama, HistoryIn late 19th-century Aalst, Father Adolf Daens, a dedicated priest, confronts widespread suffering in the town's textile industry: child labor, dangerous working conditions, and unfair voting practices. His articles in the local…
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Ragged Life of Juice Leskinen2018 • 105 minJuice Leskinen was a singer, songwriter, poet, lyricist, and a central figure in Finnish rock music. His life revolved around relationships; his other pursuits – drinking, writing lyrics, and achieving fame –…5.76.3
Young Bess1953 • 112 minFollowing her mother's death by execution, young Bess grows up to become England's most celebrated queen: the intelligent and resourceful Queen Elizabeth I. Jean Simmons stars as Bess in this sweeping film,…5.76.7
The Grandmaster2013 • 130 min • Budget $38M • Box office $64MAction, Drama, HistoryIp Man’s quiet life in Foshan is disrupted when Gong Yutian searches for a suitable heir for his family in Southern China. Ip Man encounters Gong Er, who challenges him to restore…6.66.613+
Adults in the Room2019 • 124 minDramaThis is a story about people caught in a relentless system of power. It follows the harsh reality of Eurogroup meetings, where austerity measures are imposed on Greece with a complete disregard…6.56.0
My Son Hunter2022 • 95 minHunter Biden's world revolves around lavish parties and questionable dealings until he meets Grace Anderson, a stripper. As their relationship deepens, Grace gains increasing insight into American politics through her connection with…5.24.4
Stars and Stripes Forever1952 • 90 minThis film chronicles the life of John Philip Sousa, the renowned composer, starting with his time in the Marine Corps Band and following his journey through the Spanish-American War in 1898.6.97.1
Jolson Sings Again1949 • 96 minFollowing the success of The Jolson Story, this film finds the singer returning to the stage after an early retirement. His wife has left him, and he's no longer as eager for…6.06.6
The Benny Goodman Story1956 • 116 minA young Benny Goodman studies clarinet with a music professor. He's encouraged to pursue his own musical tastes, and to earn a living, he starts out playing with Ben Pollack's touring band.6.36.80+
The Great Ziegfeld1936 • 185 min • Budget $2M • Box office $4MMusic, Drama, RomanceThis lavish biographical film chronicles the life of Florenz Ziegfeld Jr., the celebrated American impresario who significantly shaped Broadway as its leading star maker. The movie follows Ziegfeld’s career from his early…6.36.6
The Life of Emile Zola1937 • 116 minDrama, HistoryThis film explores the life of Émile Zola, a renowned French writer, and his central role in the Dreyfus Affair, a major controversy that shook France in the late 19th century. The…6.77.1
Interrupted Melody1955 • 106 minInterrupted Melody is the inspiring true story of Marjorie Lawrence, a celebrated Australian soprano known for her powerful performances of Wagner. The role demands incredible vocal and physical strength, and Marjorie embodies…5.56.7
Scott of the Antarctic1948 • 111 minAdventure, Drama, HistoryThe film tells the true story of Sir Robert Falcon Scott's challenging expedition to reach the South Pole. It vividly portrays the extreme and unforgiving conditions of Antarctica and the immense obstacles…7.27.06+
The Babe Ruth Story1948 • 106 minThis story follows a baseball player's journey from a troubled adolescence to becoming a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, and ultimately, a home-run star for the New York Yankees.5.65.3
Words and Music1948 • 121 minThis film explores the life and work of lyricist Larry Hart, as remembered by his songwriting partner Richard Rodgers. It follows their journey from their initial meeting, through periods of hardship and…5.76.4
Side B2018 • 75 minJacquelín, a forty-year-old single mother, makes the decision to leave her life behind.0.0—
Anna and the King of Siam1946 • 128 minDrama, RomanceThe film follows an adventurous Englishwoman who journeys to Siam in the mid-19th century to become the King's tutor. She experiences the vibrant world of Thai culture, navigating political complexities and forming…6.07.0
Vitória2025 • 113 minDrama, CrimeNina, an elderly woman living alone, is troubled by the growing violence in her neighborhood. Frustrated by disputes with her neighbors, she begins filming drug traffickers from her window, intending to help…8.17.4
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof1958 • 108 min • Budget $3M • Box office $17MDramaThis drama centers on a former football player grappling with his sexuality after the mysterious death of a friend. Haunted by alcoholism and regret, he lives a detached life until his father…7.67.9
Once Upon a Time in America1984 • 229 min • Budget $30M • Box office $5MDrama, CrimeSet in New York City's Lower East Side, the film follows a former Jewish gangster who returns after more than thirty years away from the Prohibition era. Now older and haunted by…8.48.317+
Miller's Crossing1990 • 115 min • Budget $14M • Box office $5MDrama, Thriller, CrimeIn 1929, two powerful men clash over a woman, threatening their political partnership. The city's fate has long rested on their alliance – the boss and his advisor have shaped its politics…7.57.717+
Dead Poets Society1989 • 129 min • Budget $16M • Box office $235MDramaThis new series offers young viewers more than just entertainment. It combines music, movement, and interactive learning to help children develop cognitively and improve their social skills. Featuring a friendly Bear and…8.38.16+
The Godfather1972 • 175 min • Budget $6M • Box office $245MDrama, CrimeThe film follows the Corleone family, an Italian-American crime family, from 1945 to 1955. Vito Corleone, the family's head, survives an assassination attempt. As his health declines, his youngest son Michael steps…8.79.217+
The Straight Story1999 • 112 min • Budget $10M • Box office $6MDramaAlvin Straight, a determined man in his seventies, confronts life's difficulties after his wife's death and retirement from farming. When his estranged brother Lyle suffers a severe stroke, Alvin feels a strong…7.78.00+
La Haine1995 • 98 min • Budget $2M • Box office $15MDramaDuring a chaotic night of rioting in the Parisian suburbs, the lives of three young friends – Vinz, Hubert, and Saïd – become intertwined. They anxiously await news about a friend seriously…8.18.1
Schindler's List1993 • 195 min • Budget $22M • Box office $321MDrama, History, WarThis is the true story of Oskar Schindler, a businessman who saved over a thousand Jewish lives during World War II. He provided them work in his factory, effectively shielding them from…8.69.017+
Sissi1955 • 102 minComedy, Drama, RomanceIn the beautiful Bavarian countryside, Princess Elisabeth, or Sissi as she's known, travels to Austria with her mother and sister Néné. Néné is to marry Emperor Franz Joseph in a politically important…7.37.0
Sissi: The Young Empress1956 • 107 minDrama, Comedy, RomanceThis period drama follows Sissi as she adjusts to life as Empress of Austria, moving from a simple princess to royalty. Her new position is complicated by a demanding mother-in-law. Archduchess Sophie…7.16.7
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest1975 • 133 min • Budget $3M • Box office $108MDramaA small-time criminal schemes to get a sentence in a mental institution instead of prison. Inside, he unexpectedly becomes a mentor to the other patients, who are dealing with their own mental…8.48.617+
Once Were Warriors1994 • 99 min • Budget $950K • Box office $6MDrama"Whale Rider" follows a Maori family in Auckland, New Zealand, as they navigate hardship. The film centers on Beth Heke, a strong woman fighting to hold her family together while dealing with…7.47.917+
Kamen Rider 555: Paradise Lost2003 • 81 minIn the near future, the world is dominated by the Smart Brain Corporation, and humans are now a dwindling minority, with 90% of the population being Orphnoch. Takumi Inui, formerly known as…7.77.3
Natural Born Killers1994 • 118 min • Budget $34M • Box office $50MCrime, Thriller, DramaThis film explores the lives of two people haunted by difficult childhoods. Their unexpected romance deepens into a dangerous partnership. The story examines how society's interest in violence can elevate these troubled…7.17.217+
Sissi: The Fateful Years of an Empress1957 • 109 minRomance, Drama, HistoryThis historical biographical film follows the life of Austrian Empress Elisabeth, known as Sissi, who falls seriously ill after enjoying time in Hungary. To recover, her mother sends her to Madeira, a…7.26.6
Boyz n the Hood1991 • 112 min • Budget $6M • Box office $57MCrime, DramaAgainst the backdrop of Los Angeles, this drama follows Furious, a father trying to teach his teenage son Tre right from wrong. Furious wants a better future for Tre, but Tre and…7.67.817+
Dead Man Walking1995 • 122 min • Budget $11M • Box office $39MDramaThis emotional drama tells the story of a man on death row, convicted of murdering a young couple. With his execution approaching, he seeks spiritual guidance and finds it in Sister Theresa,…7.37.517+
GoodFellas1990 • 145 min • Budget $25M • Box office $47MDrama, CrimeSet in Brooklyn, this true story follows Henry Hill, a young man of Irish and Sicilian heritage, as he gets involved with a local gang. He earns the trust of Jimmy Conway…8.58.717+
Mahanati2018 • 176 min • Budget $4M • Box office $11MDramaMahanati tells the story of Savitri, a legendary figure in Telugu cinema and India's first female superstar. It chronicles her life and remarkable career.7.58.4
Basquiat1996 • 107 min • Budget $3M • Box office $3MDrama, HistoryThis documentary series offers a realistic look inside New York City's law enforcement and criminal justice system. It follows police detectives as they carefully investigate serious crimes, working to gather evidence and…6.66.917+
Beck - The Man with the Icons1997 • 92 minCrime, DramaDetective Beck and his team investigate a complicated murder involving a Russian woman. At the same time, Swedish authorities plan to remove a person from the Russian embassy. As Beck’s team follows…5.65.614+
Beck 03 - White Nights1998 • 85 minCrime, Thriller, DramaSuperintendent Martin Beck faces professional and personal crisis when a drug smuggling operation goes wrong, and the driver is shot – revealed to be his own son. Consumed by grief and guilt,…6.35.914+
Lost Highway1997 • 134 min • Budget $15M • Box office $3MDrama, Thriller, MysteryA troubled jazz musician is drawn into a dangerous world of crime and mystery. He faces murder, deceit, and unsettling questions about reality when he encounters people who look just like him.…7.57.617+
Captain2018 • 144 minCaptain is a biopic about V P Sathyan, a legendary footballer who played for the national team. Despite his success, he suffered from a lack of recognition and depression, ultimately leading to…7.06.8
A Streetcar Named Desire1951 • 125 min • Budget $1M • Box office $8MDrama, ThrillerThis drama follows a former Southern belle trying to maintain her fading elegance. She moves in with her sister in New Orleans, but her precarious life is complicated by her controlling brother-in-law,…7.67.9
