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Apocalypse Now1979 • 147 min • Budget $31M • Box office $150MDrama, WarDuring the Vietnam War, Captain Benjamin Willard is sent on a dangerous mission to find and neutralize Colonel Walter Kurtz. Kurtz, a former Green Beret, has gone rogue and is leading a…
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Talk to Her2002 • 112 min • Budget $6M • Box office $64MDrama, RomanceTwo men develop an unusual bond as they look after two women who are both unconscious.7.67.917+
8 Mile2002 • 111 min • Budget $41M • Box office $242MDrama, MusicJimmy Smith, Jr. faces a constant struggle to maintain hope as he pursues his dreams in Detroit's thriving music scene. He fights for his unique voice and a place in a world…7.17.217+
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
American Beauty1999 • 122 min • Budget $15M • Box office $356MDramaLester Burnham, a middle-aged advertising executive, lives a dull life in a picture-perfect suburb. Feeling trapped and depressed, he unexpectedly becomes drawn to Angela, the friend of his daughter. This attraction sparks…8.08.317+
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
Till2022 • 131 min • Budget $33M • Box office $11MDrama, HistoryThis is the true story of Mamie Till Mobley's unwavering fight for justice after her 14-year-old son, Emmett Till, was brutally lynched in Mississippi in 1955 while visiting his cousins.7.37.213+Moment of Truth: A Child Too Many1993 • 120 minPatty Nowakowski, a mother of three, agrees to be a surrogate. She believes she can easily give up the baby. However, she's shocked to learn she's carrying twins. The intended parents will…5.66.1
I Saw the TV Glow2024 • 100 min • Budget $10M • Box office $5MDrama, HorrorOwen, a teenager navigating suburban life, encounters a strange television program through his classmate Maddy. The show presents a glimpse into a hidden, supernatural realm existing alongside their own. Watching it, Owen's…6.15.813+
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
Gods and Monsters1998 • 105 min • Budget $10M • Box office $6MDramaIn 1957, this touching story centers on James Whale, a celebrated filmmaker famous for iconic horror movies like "Frankenstein," "Bride of Frankenstein," and "The Invisible Man." Now retired and living quietly, Whale…6.97.317+
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
Invalid2023 • 108 minA curmudgeonly handyman named Laco is robbed of everything by a dangerous group of gangsters. Suddenly in a wheelchair and feeling his life fall apart, he finds an unexpected ally in Gabo,…6.97.2
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
The King of Comedy1982 • 109 min • Budget $19M • Box office $2MDrama, ComedyThis dark comedy tells the story of Rupert Pupkin, an ambitious comedian determined to achieve stardom. He becomes fixated on a successful talk-show host who craves a quiet life. Driven by his…7.87.86+
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+
Amadeus1984 • 160 min • Budget $18M • Box office $90MHistory, Music, DramaThe film explores the complicated relationship between Antonio Salieri, a disciplined composer known for his precise work, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a wildly talented artist who lived a carefree life. As Mozart's…8.08.46+
The Apartment1960 • 125 min • Budget $3M • Box office $25MComedy, Drama, RomanceBud Baxter, an ambitious but unassuming worker at a top New York insurance firm, feels overlooked in his career. Frustrated by favoritism, he devises a plan: offering his apartment as a secret…8.28.3
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+
The Celebration1998 • 105 min • Budget $1MDramaA seemingly perfect family celebrates their successful father's milestone birthday with an extravagant party. But amidst the celebration, the eldest son reveals a surprising secret that disrupts the festivities. The family's carefully…7.78.017+
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+
Grbavica: The Land of My Dreams2006 • 90 minDrama, HistoryFollowing the Balkan war, a mother and daughter navigate the challenges of rebuilding their lives.6.87.2
Insomnia2002 • 118 min • Budget $46M • Box office $113MThriller, Crime, DramaIn a town where daylight never fades, two Los Angeles homicide detectives travel to investigate the calculated killing of a young local.7.07.217+
Mystic River2003 • 138 min • Budget $25M • Box office $156MThriller, Crime, DramaThe lives of three men, who have been friends since childhood, are upended when one of them experiences a devastating family loss.7.77.917+
Harold and Maude1971 • 92 min • Budget $1MComedy, Drama, RomanceHarold, struggling with a difficult home life, attempts suicide and finds solace at funerals. He meets Maude, an energetic 80-year-old woman who embraces life fully. Despite their differences, they form a strong…7.67.86+
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+
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+
The Thing from Another World1951 • 87 minDrama, Horror, Science FictionAt a remote Arctic research station, scientists and military personnel work together to explore secrets hidden under the ice. Their mission turns deadly when they encounter a malevolent alien life form that…6.77.0
Tell No One2006 • 131 min • Budget $11MDrama, Thriller, CrimeA man receives a strange email that seems to be from his wife, who died years ago. Desperate to confirm if she's alive, he uncovers evidence that suggests he may have been…7.27.5
Showgirls1995 • 131 min • Budget $45M • Box office $20MDramaNomi Malone arrives in Las Vegas with talent and drive, seeking survival and success. She lands a job as an exotic dancer at a high-end nightclub, quickly attracting the attention of Cristal,…5.65.218+
Water Lilies2007 • 85 minDrama, RomanceDuring a hot summer in a French suburb, Marie wants to join the local synchronized swimming team, hoping to connect with Floriane, the team's rebellious star. Sciamma and the film's stars offer…6.56.7—
Savage Grace2007 • 97 min • Budget $4M • Box office $1MDramaThe film examines the infamous scandal of the 1970s, focusing on the complex relationship between Barbara Baekeland and her son, Antony. Barbara, a lonely woman married to the wealthy but emotionally distant…5.65.7
The Killer1989 • 110 min • Box office $2MAction, Crime, DramaJeffrey is a highly skilled mob assassin who views his work as a sacred obligation. His latest assignment has devastating consequences when the nightclub singer Jennie loses her sight due to accidental…7.67.717+
Lord of the Flies1990 • 91 min • Box office $13MAdventure, Drama, ThrillerTwenty-five high school boys experience a terrifying ordeal when their plane crashes on a remote tropical island. Cut off from civilization, they must struggle to survive, building shelter, finding food, and protecting…6.36.417+
When the Wind Blows1986 • 84 min • Box office $5KAnimation, War, DramaThis moving drama follows an elderly British couple, survivors of World War II, as they face anxieties about a potential nuclear attack. Using government instructions, they build a shelter that echoes their…7.47.7
Nixon1995 • 192 min • Budget $44M • Box office $13MDrama, HistoryThe film explores the life and challenges of Richard M. Nixon, who served as President of the United States. It examines the complexities of Nixon's personality, from his difficult upbringing in California…6.97.017+
U-Carmen eKhayelitsha2005 • 122 minU-CARMEN is a film adaptation of Georges Bizet's 19th-century opera, shot on location in a contemporary South African township. The vibrant atmosphere of township life provides a visually compelling backdrop for the…6.06.5
Truth & Treason2025 • 121 min • Budget $15M • Box office $6MHistory, Drama, ThrillerA young man faces a crisis of conscience when his duty to his country clashes with a dangerous deception. As the Gestapo tightens its grip, he must choose between upholding a false…8.07.113+
Eye of the Needle1981 • 108 min • Box office $18MDrama, ThrillerIn 1944, during World War II, a suspenseful story unfolds across the British Isles. Henry Faber, known as the Needle for his skill at avoiding capture, possesses vital information about the upcoming…6.67.117+
The Accused1988 • 111 minCrime, DramaA young woman's life is shattered after a brutal assault at a local bar. The traumatic event deeply affects her, and with the help of a compassionate prosecutor, she fights for justice…7.17.117+
All Quiet on the Western Front1979 • 150 minWar, Drama, TV MovieSet in early World War I Germany, the film follows a group of young men fiercely devoted to their country. Raised with patriotic ideals, they eagerly join the war effort but are…6.77.16+
Under the Tuscan Sun2003 • 113 min • Budget $18M • Box office $58MRomance, ComedyFollowing a difficult divorce, Frances, a 35-year-old professor and writer from San Francisco, is encouraged by her friends to take a trip to Tuscany. On impulse, she purchases Bramasole, a dilapidated villa…6.96.813+
Beautiful Thing1996 • 92 min • Box office $1MComedy, Drama, RomanceOn a scorching summer in Thamesmead, a large estate in Southeast London, the lives of three teenagers become connected as they deal with the difficulties of becoming adults. This moving story about…7.27.617+
High School Musical2006 • 98 min • Budget $4M • Box office $3KComedy, Drama, FamilyA popular athlete and a bright academic student land parts in the school play, sparking a friendship that challenges the established social hierarchy at East High.6.55.70+
The Fox and the Hound1981 • 82 min • Budget $12M • Box office $29MAdventure, Animation, DramaTod, a young fox, befriends Copper, an energetic hound puppy, and finds a home with a loving farm family. Their playful friendship brings joy to everyone around them. But their carefree days…7.17.20+
Oliver Twist1948 • 121 min • Budget $375K • Box office $400KDrama, Adventure, CrimeIn Victorian London's slums, young Oliver Twist challenges his harsh life. After leaving a poorhouse, he becomes a servant to the stern Mr. Bumble. He meets the streetwise Artful Dodger, who introduces…7.67.8
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+
Thug Love2009 • 81 minA divorced advertising executive faces professional trouble when she develops a passionate relationship with a significantly younger man.0.03.714+
Teacher and Three Children2008 • 118 minAt 95, the director filmed the movie in his native Ishiuchi, Hiroshima. The story centers on a teacher from his childhood.6.05.5
Walk the Line2005 • 136 min • Budget $28M • Box office $186MDrama, Music, RomanceThis film chronicles the life of country music icon Johnny Cash, starting with his childhood on an Arkansas cotton farm and following his ascent to fame at Sun Records in Memphis. There,…7.57.813+
Billy Elliot2000 • 111 min • Budget $5M • Box office $109MDrama, Comedy, MusicIn 1984, County Durham, England is gripped by the miners' strike, escalating tensions between classes. Eleven-year-old Billy Elliot, who usually spends his time at the boxing club, accidentally discovers a ballet class…7.67.717+
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+
The Elementary Particles2006 • 105 min • Budget $6MDrama, RomanceAtomised (also known as The Elementary Particles) explores the complex relationship between Michael and Bruno, two half-brothers with troubled sexual lives. Their childhood was chaotic, shaped by a mother preoccupied with her…6.16.5
Anatomy of a Murder1959 • 161 min • Budget $2M • Box office $8MCrime, Drama, MysteryPaul Biegler, a retired lawyer in Michigan, takes on the case of Army Lieutenant Manion. Manion is accused of killing an innkeeper after his wife claims he raped her. The upcoming trial…7.98.0
All About My Mother1999 • 101 min • Budget $5M • Box office $67MComedy, DramaManuela travels from Madrid to Barcelona hoping to find her son's father, a man she's never known. During her journey, she meets a variety of people: a bold transgender sex worker, a…7.67.817+
Scarface1983 • 170 min • Budget $25M • Box office $66MAction, Crime, DramaThe film depicts the dangerous world of drugs, crime, and power in Miami during the peak of the cocaine trade. Tony Montana makes a deal for a green card by assassinating a…8.28.317+
Bad Education2004 • 105 min • Budget $5M • Box office $40MDrama, CrimeThis film explores how a shared history of religious schooling during the Franco regime and experiences of sexual abuse have profoundly shaped the lives of two lifelong friends.7.47.417+
All Quiet on the Western Front1930 • 133 min • Budget $1M • Box office $3MDrama, WarThe film follows a close group of young people who enlist in the German Army at the start of World War I, motivated by idealism and a sense of obligation. They experience…7.78.1
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon2000 • 120 min • Budget $17M • Box office $213MAdventure, Drama, ActionTwo warriors hunting a stolen sword and a dangerous escapee find themselves guided to the daughter of a headstrong, athletic teenage nobleman who is facing a pivotal moment in her life.7.47.813+
The Secret Life of Words2005 • 115 min • Budget $5MRomance, DramaA lonely nurse forms a close connection with a patient who has severe burns after a rig accident.7.07.4
