When a young girl is possessed by a mysterious entity, her mother seeks the help of two Catholic priests to save her life. As they perform an exorcism, they encounter levitation, telekinesis, and demonic manifestations. One of the priests sacrifices himself to save the girl, leaving her and her mother to start a new life.
In 'Cruising,' a detective is sent undercover to investigate a series of murders targeting the gay community in New York City. As he immerses himself in the world of gay clubs and leather bars, he struggles with his own identity and the morality of his mission. The film explores themes of homophobia, sexual repression, and the complexities of the undercover life. With its gritty and suspenseful atmosphere, 'Cruising' delves into the dark underbelly of society, posing questions of identity, desire, and power.
Valdez, a former Apache Indian, seeks justice for the abuse suffered by an innocent Mexican-American woman. In a small town in the Arizona Territory, Valdez takes on a gang of outlaws, using his skills and a wide range of weapons.
Raising Cain is a psychological thriller that explores the disturbing life of a man with multiple personalities. As his secrets unravel, the plot takes unexpected twists and turns, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats. The movie delves into themes of child abuse, marital infidelity, voyeurism, and obsession. It is a gripping tale of psychological torment and manipulation.
The Happy Hooker (1975) tells the story of a bordel madam who lives a secret and hedonistic lifestyle in New York City. The movie is told in flashback and follows her broken engagement, friendship, and infidelity. It explores themes of greed, lust, and the consequences of a forbidden lifestyle.
Masquerade is a 1988 erotic thriller that follows the story of a judge's seductive stepdaughter, an unfolding murder investigation, and a web of secrets. As the evidence mounts, fear and suspicion spread, leading to a shocking plot twist that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Get ready for a thrilling ride filled with intrigue, passion, and betrayal.
After being released from a psychiatric hospital, Jessica moves to a remote Connecticut farmhouse with her husband. As strange occurrences and encounters with the townspeople escalate, Jessica begins to question her sanity and the reality of her situation. Is she being haunted by a vampire or is it all in her head?
Night of the Juggler follows a desperate father's relentless pursuit to save his kidnapped daughter in the dangerous streets of Manhattan. Faced with corrupt cops, psychopathic criminals, and a city in chaos, he must navigate a treacherous web of violence and betrayal to bring his daughter home alive.
A trial lawyer risks losing his family and career when he defends a client who he knows to be guilty as charged.
Based on the true story of the attempted defection in 1970 by a Lithuanian seaman seeking political asylum in the United States. Kudirka was denied asylum and returned to the Soviets, charged with treason, and sentenced to ten years of hard labor. It was later discovered and verified that his mother had been born in Brooklyn and gone to Lithuania at a young age, which meant she was a U. S. citizen. As a result, Kudirka was declared a U. S. citizen and in 1974 released by the Soviets.
During the 1960s' civil rights movement, a black civil rights worker returns to his small Southern town and runs for sheriff against the incumbent, a popular segregationist.
A New York detective and a victim's colleague hunt a killer who preys on single women.
Three ambitious young women risk it all when they compete for a chance to dance with the Radio City Music Hall Rockettes.
In the small town of Static, an outcast named John who is obsessed with new wave music invents a machine that can manipulate television screens. As he becomes more and more obsessed with his invention, his life takes a surreal and unexpected turn. With the help of his best friend, John embarks on a journey of self-discovery and finds solace in religion and the guidance of an older person. However, his invention soon attracts unwanted attention and puts his life and the town in danger. With a surprise ending, Static is a psychotronic film that explores themes of invention, addiction, and the search for paradise.
In the second dramatic case for lawyer Harmon Cobb, he defends an incarcerated woman who is wrongly imprisoned and refused release from a mental institution.
Gil and Hank are two independent truckers who run into problems when they are forced to pay off traffic managers to get loads. They also have to pay off highway cops when their rigs are overweight and bank loans but consider themselves lucky just to be able to keep up the interest payments. Add to that a small, frizzy-wigged highway hooker named Janice, who tempts them with her lurid charms.
Exorcising 'Cruising' is a documentary that delves into the controversial nature and lasting impact of the 1980 film 'Cruising,' directed by William Friedkin. The movie investigates the protests and debates surrounding its portrayal of the LGBTQ+ community and the leather subculture, while also examining its significance within the context of queer cinema history. Through interviews with cast members, filmmakers, and LGBTQ+ activists, the documentary aims to provide a nuanced understanding of the film's cultural and social implications.
Toni, a very accomplished social worker and award winning nurse, is engaged to successful physician, Dr Ralph Mallory and works in a hospital run by Ralph's father. Following the death of her teenage son, Toni is acutely aware of how short life can be and is determined to live it on her terms. Van, Toni's best friend also works in the hospital and has been a great support throughout her recent ordeal On the surface, a well adjusted middle class woman in a stable relationship, we are soon made aware of Toni's long term longing for women and her struggle to deal with it and conform. Rescuing Desire takes us through Toni's exploration of her sexuality and Van's efforts to ensure Toni's safety during her self discovery
Television account of an honest New York narcotics cop who becomes unwillingly involved in a plan to uncover corruption in his department.
A fictionalized autobiographical play written by Czechoslovakian playwright-turned-president Vaclav Havel in 1984 upon his release from a four-and-one-half-year prison term for political subversion. The play focuses on two days in the life of a dissident writer who is awaiting the knock at the door that may send him to prison.