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A History of Violence2005 • 96 min • Budget $32M • Box office $61MDrama, Thriller, CrimeA typical family's life is upended when the father shoots and kills someone at his diner, claiming self-defense.7.27.417+
Absolute Power1997 • 121 min • Budget $50M • Box office $50MCrime, Drama, ActionA skilled thief's attempt to rob a house unexpectedly leads him to a murder scene involving the U.S. President. Suddenly possessing crucial evidence that could implicate the President in wrongdoing, he's thrust…6.76.717+
Inubu: The Dog Club2021 • 114 minHanai Sota, a 22-year-old veterinary student with a lifelong passion for animals, fills his apartment with rescued creatures. He saves a dog from being used in experiments and establishes the "Inubu" club…6.35.8
Metropolis1927 • 148 min • Budget $5M • Box office $1MDrama, Science FictionThe city of tomorrow is sharply divided: one side thrives in wealth, the other lives in poverty. Our main character comes from a family that has long influenced this city’s history, but…8.18.2
Chi Va Chi Sau Ka2017 • 136 minSavitri and Satyaprakash are arranged to marry by their families. Despite their differences, they choose to try understanding each other by living together.7.07.7
Hamnet2025 • 125 min • Budget $30M • Box office $107MDrama, RomanceA compelling tale of love and grief that became the inspiration for William Shakespeare's enduring play, Hamlet.7.77.813+
The Night of the Hunter1955 • 93 min • Budget $795KCrime, Drama, ThrillerDuring the Great Depression in rural West Virginia, an unsettling story develops when a mysterious preacher becomes obsessed with two resilient children who know about a hidden fortune. The preacher, a seemingly…7.97.9
Midnight Cowboy1969 • 113 min • Budget $3M • Box office $44MDramaJoe Buck, a young Texan, moves to New York City hoping to make money by seducing wealthy women. He quickly finds his ambitions are met with difficulties and setbacks. He meets Enrico…7.57.817+
Ponniyin Selvan: Part II2023 • 164 min • Budget $29M • Box office $40MAction, Adventure, HistoryIn 968 AD, the Pandyan assassins plot to overthrow the Chola dynasty. The Chola princes must now confront not only the Pandyas but also the Rashtrakutas and other enemies who have formed…6.27.2
Frankenstein1931 • 70 min • Budget $291K • Box office $12MDrama, Horror, Science FictionDriven by ambition, Henry Frankenstein conducts a disturbing experiment to create life. He assembles a human creature from body parts, seeking to defy death. But his undertaking turns into a terrifying nightmare…7.57.7
Valley of the Dolls1967 • 123 min • Budget $5M • Box office $50MDrama, RomanceIn New York City, Anne Welles, a naive newcomer from New England, starts a secretary job at a prestigious entertainment law firm. While learning the ropes of the industry, she develops feelings…6.06.113+
Intolerance: Love's Struggle Throughout the Ages1916 • 197 min • Budget $385K • Box office $1MDrama, HistoryThis emotionally powerful film follows a young woman struggling to reunite with her husband and newborn child despite facing constant hardship. Prejudice keeps them apart, but also connects their story to historical…7.17.6
The Crowd1928 • 98 minDrama, RomanceIn New York City, John's life is marked by ambition and unpredictable challenges. He meets Mary, someone who understands his dreams and struggles. They begin a difficult journey together, set against the…7.68.0
The Things of Life1970 • 89 minDrama, RomancePierre Bérard, a successful architect, experiences a complicated emotional life. He's involved with Hélène, a younger woman who offers intense but uncertain love. At the same time, memories of his former wife,…7.17.4
Far from the Madding Crowd1967 • 166 minDrama, History, RomanceBathsheba Everdine, a lively and attractive young woman, becomes the focus of complicated relationships after inheriting a large farm from her enigmatic uncle. As she adjusts to her new life, Bathsheba attracts…6.87.2
The Lost World1925 • 104 minAdventure, Fantasy, DramaA film adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic story brings a timeless wilderness to life. The movie takes us to a land where giant prehistoric creatures still roam. It follows the…6.77.0
The Trial1962 • 119 min • Budget $1M • Box office $94KCrime, Drama, MysteryJosef K's ordinary life is shattered when police unexpectedly enter his room and inform him he's under trial. He's told nothing about the charges or the reason for the proceedings. He struggles…7.47.6Revenge1980 • 79 minDrama, FamilyThis film follows a young person as they face growing challenges that test their safety and sense of self. Caught between external pressures and inner struggles, they must decide how much to…—5.6
The Tin Drum1979 • 162 min • Budget $3M • Box office $17MDrama, History, War"The Tin Drum," adapted from Günter Grass's novel, tells the story of Oskar Matzerath, a boy who refuses to be born until he gets a tin drum. Gifted and cynical about adults,…6.97.417+
The Marriage of Maria Braun1979 • 120 minDramaBefore he became the legendary Indiana Jones, he was a curious boy with a lifelong love of history. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, young Indy joined his family on…7.47.717+
Ben-Hur1959 • 212 min • Budget $15M • Box office $164MHistory, Drama, AdventureAround 25 AD in ancient Judea, Judah Ben-Hur is caught between his Jewish identity and the powerful Roman Empire. As tensions escalate, he faces deceit and betrayal while trying to stay true…7.98.10+
Central Station1998 • 110 min • Budget $2M • Box office $5MDramaA kind former teacher now writes letters for people who can't read or write. He meets a young boy struggling with the loss of his mother. They connect and set out to…8.18.017+
Contact1997 • 150 min • Budget $90M • Box office $171MDrama, Science Fiction, MysteryA dedicated radio astronomer detects the first confirmed extraterrestrial radio signal, changing everything for humanity. As nations race to understand the message and its possible meaning, the astronomer faces difficult choices. She…7.47.56+
The Bridges of Madison County1995 • 135 min • Budget $24M • Box office $182MDrama, Romance"The West Wing" provides a close look at the inner workings of the White House, following a fictional presidential administration. The show features a memorable group of characters and explores the world…7.77.613+
Four Weddings and a Funeral1994 • 117 min • Budget $4M • Box office $245MComedy, Drama, RomanceThis film follows a man who has always avoided commitment but begins to wonder if he's experienced love during five different social gatherings. It explores his journey of self-discovery as he questions…6.87.117+
The Last Emperor1987 • 163 min • Budget $23M • Box office $44MDrama, HistoryThis historical drama chronicles the remarkable life of Pu Yi, the last Emperor of China. From a privileged upbringing in the Forbidden City, his life takes a dramatic turn. Abdication, hardship, exploitation…7.67.713+
Murder She Said1961 • 87 minComedy, Crime, DramaMiss Marple, known for her keen observation, witnesses a possible murder inside a train compartment while watching from a station window. Local police find no evidence of a crime, but Miss Marple…7.37.3
Murder at the Gallop1963 • 81 minComedy, Crime, DramaWhen wealthy Mr. Enderby appears to die of a heart attack, Miss Marple and Mr. Stringer suspect something more. Dismissed by the local police, they independently investigate. As they piece together clues,…7.07.2
Murder Most Foul1964 • 90 minComedy, Crime, DramaMiss Marple investigates a murder case everyone believes is closed. She doesn't trust the court's verdict and begins her own investigation. As she looks into the details, she uncovers a complicated network…7.07.1
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+
Gone with the Wind1939 • 233 min • Budget $4M • Box office $402MDrama, War, RomanceDuring the American Civil War and Reconstruction, the spoiled daughter of a Georgia plantation owner unexpectedly finds passion and self-discovery as she becomes involved with a cynical businessman. The film tells a…7.98.20+
Pirates of Silicon Valley1999 • 97 minDrama, TV MovieThis film explores the remarkable story of two young innovators who transformed the tech industry and helped shape today's world. It follows their journey from college students facing many obstacles as they…7.07.2
The Wages of Fear1953 • 153 minDrama, Thriller, AdventureFour men in a remote South American village are tasked with a perilous mission: transporting trucks filled with unstable nitroglycerin through a dangerous jungle to an oil field. The journey tests their…8.08.1
East of Eden1955 • 115 minDramaSet in the fertile Salinas Valley during World War I, the story explores complicated family relationships against a backdrop of rivalry and emotional struggles. Cal Trask, a driven young man, fights for…7.57.86+
Rebecca1940 • 130 min • Budget $1M • Box office $7MMystery, Romance, ThrillerA young woman marries the enigmatic widower Max De Winter and finds herself haunted by the memory of his deceased first wife, Rebecca. Rebecca's death was never explained, and her presence seems…7.98.0
Stand by Me1986 • 89 min • Budget $8M • Box office $52MCrime, DramaFour young friends from rural Oregon set out on a serious trip to see what happened to another boy their age. The journey changes them forever. They face difficult obstacles, including a…7.88.117+
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 Godfather Part II1974 • 202 min • Budget $13M • Box office $102MDrama, CrimeThe Corleone family story continues with a young Vito Corleone's upbringing in Sicily and later, in 1910s New York. Decades later, in the 1950s, Michael Corleone seeks to broaden the family's operations…8.69.017+
The War of the Roses1989 • 116 min • Budget $26M • Box office $160MComedy, DramaClarissa Darling is a teenager figuring out growing up, portrayed with honesty and realism. She deals with typical pre-teen issues: school, friendships, and family. Clarissa also navigates personal moments like her first…6.96.917+
Contempt1963 • 103 min • Budget $900K • Box office $528KDrama, RomanceThis drama follows Jeremy Prokosch, a practical art film producer, as he works with renowned director Fritz Lang to adapt Homer's "The Odyssey" for the screen. As the ambitious project faces difficulties,…7.07.4
Ronia: The Robber's Daughter1984 • 126 minAdventure, Drama, FantasyIn a medieval castle and its shadowy forest, Ronia, the daughter of a strong-willed robber chief, forms an unexpected friendship with Birk, son of her father's enemy. Their innocent connection deepens as…7.07.3
The Silence of the Lambs1991 • 119 min • Budget $19M • Box office $272MCrime, Thriller, DramaThis psychological thriller centers on Clarice Starling, an exceptional FBI trainee determined to seek justice. Agent Jack Crawford enlists Clarice to interview Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a highly intelligent but dangerous man imprisoned…8.38.617+
The Shawshank Redemption1994 • 142 min • Budget $25M • Box office $28MDrama, CrimeThis drama follows Andy Dufresne, wrongly convicted and sentenced to two life terms in a harsh 1940s American prison. The story unfolds within the brutal walls of Shawshank Penitentiary, where injustice is…8.79.317+
Desert Hearts1985 • 91 min • Budget $350K • Box office $2MDrama, RomanceA middle-aged literature professor facing divorce meets Cay, a vibrant young woman, and they form a close friendship. This connection deepens, challenging their beliefs and expectations. As the professor develops feelings for…7.07.117+
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+
Eyes Wide Shut1999 • 159 min • Budget $65M • Box office $162MDrama, Thriller, MysteryDr. Bill Harford's life changes when his wife Alice reveals her hidden desires. Seeking answers and wanting to understand his marriage, Bill explores underground sexual groups. He finds a world far darker…7.57.517+
People on Sunday1930 • 74 minDramaSet in 1930s Berlin, this experimental silent film was made by amateur filmmakers with a very limited budget. It offers a raw and charming look at life during a turbulent period in…7.27.2
The Vourdalak2023 • 91 minLost in a dangerous forest while on a diplomatic mission for the King of France, the Marquis d’Urfé seeks shelter with an unusual family.6.46.4
Private Life2018 • 124 minDrama, ComedyRichard and Rachel, struggling with infertility, attempt to preserve their marriage as they become increasingly immersed in the world of fertility treatments and adoption.6.97.217+
Burn All My Letters2022 • 120 minThe film follows Karin Stolpe's complicated relationship with her husband, Sven, and her intense love affair with Olof Lagercrantz, beginning in the 1930s. Over 70 years, it explores how passion, jealousy, and…5.06.1
The Best of Enemies2019 • 133 min • Budget $10MDrama, HistoryThe film explores the unexpected connection between Ann Atwater, a passionate civil rights advocate, and C.P. Ellis, a Ku Klux Klan leader who reluctantly agrees to co-chair a community meeting. Their paths…7.47.313+
Dateline NBC1982 • 118 min • Budget $28M • Box office $41MScience Fiction, Drama, ThrillerEvery week, Dateline NBC presents detailed investigations into real crimes and mysteries that have deeply affected people and communities. The newsmagazine series tells compelling stories exploring the complexities of human nature, using…7.98.117+
