The story follows Antonio Salieri, a devout composer who becomes consumed by jealousy for the musical genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Salieri recounts his relationship with Mozart, his struggles with God, and his plot to gain ultimate victory over Mozart and God. As Salieri's plan unfolds, Mozart's life spirals into financial ruin and poor health, ultimately leading to his untimely death. Salieri concludes his confession by accepting his role as the 'patron saint of mediocrity.'
In this hilarious and clever comedy of manners, two friends assume false identities in order to pursue the women they love. Chaos and hilarity ensue as their plans go awry and secrets are revealed.
When the daughter of a police detective is murdered, he embarks on a mission to uncover the truth behind her death. As he investigates, he discovers a dark conspiracy involving a nuclear power plant, government cover-ups, and sinister forces at play. With each step, he gets closer to the dangerous truth and finds himself torn between seeking justice and seeking revenge.
In the 15th century, King Henry V of England leads his army into battle against France during the Hundred Years' War. The film portrays the epic events of the Battle of Agincourt and explores the young king's journey to prove himself on the battlefield.
Fortunes of War is a captivating TV show set during World War II in Europe. It tells the story of a couple, Guy and Harriet Pringle, who find themselves caught up in the turmoil of war and face numerous challenges. The series explores themes of love, betrayal, and the impact of war on individuals and relationships.
Beautiful People is a touching movie that takes place in England during the Bosnian War. It follows the lives of refugees and how they navigate through the challenges and heartaches of their circumstances. The film beautifully blends comedy and drama, offering a heartfelt portrayal of resilience and the power of human connection.
Sitcom following the office politics in an accounts department. A sequel to The Squirrels.
To Serve Them All My Days follows the life of David Powlett-Jones, a shell-shocked Welshman and former World War I soldier who becomes a history teacher at Bamfylde, a fictional public school in Devon, England. Set in the 1920s and 1930s, the series explores Powlett-Jones' struggles with his traumatic past, his relationships with his students and colleagues, and the changing dynamics of British society. As he navigates his way through the challenges of teaching and the complexities of English politics, Powlett-Jones finds solace and purpose in the sanctuary of the school.
Law and Disorder is a British sitcom that aired on ITV in 1994. Starring Penelope Keith, it was written by Alex Shearer, who had also written No Job for a Lady, which Keith appears in. It was directed and produced by John Howard Davies. Law and Disorder was made for the ITV network by Central and Thames Television.
The eventful life of a humble Polish priest who once decried the pomp of the Catholic Church "a circus" and labeled the Pope a "prisoner of the Vatican" before ascending to the papal throne to usher Catholicism into the 21st century. Born in Poland and forced to carry on following the untimely death of his family, Karol Wojtyla endured both personal hardships and the rape of his homeland by the Third Reich to spread the word of God through the Catholic Church. Later, as Pope John Paul II, Wojtyla was beloved by millions of Catholics worldwide. From the sexual-abuse scandal that shook the American Catholic Church in the later-20th century to the murder of Salvadoran Archbishop Oscar Romero and the near-fatal assassination attempt made on his own life, Pope John Paul II endured to bridge the gap between various faiths until his death resulting from Parkinson's disease in April of 2005.
A playboy tries to recruit a gang, who include an American who needs cash to satisfy his wife's expensive tastes, and an old time expert cracksman, to rob a foreign embassy's safe, but trouble starts when the plan begins to go wrong.
In 1975, the British Government quietly closed down a secret evolutionary project codenamed BEAGLE, ordering the destruction of all research materials. Today, the horrific discovery of several oddly mutated bodies alerts Liz Shaw and P.R.O.B.E. to the fact that something is stalking the original site of project BEAGLE – something which may challenge the very nature of humanity itself! With a crack security team at her disposal, Liz desperately attempts to track down the perverted results of the project. But who or what is hunting whom?
The Devil's Crown was a BBC limited series which dramatised the reigns of three medieval Kings of England: Henry II and his sons Richard the Lionheart and John.
BBC Play of the Month adaptation of Shakespeare's tragic love story.
Middle-class parents have bought a run-down school in the country. Their two children, plus an assortment of friends, are staying there over the summer. One day an old lady is found in the school, claiming she used to work there. The children hold her to ransom, but no-one takes any notice.
The life, background, motivation and struggles of Florence Nightingale.
The Prodigal Daughter is a drama movie released in 1975. It tells the story of a young woman who rebels against her wealthy family. The movie explores themes of rebellion, family dynamics, and societal expectations.
The Duchess of Malfi is recently widowed and her greedy brothers are determined she will not marry again, so they employ Daniel De Bosola, a murderer in their pay to spy on her.
When 10-year-old Willie is evacuated from the East End of London, he is chosen by Zander, 13-year-old son of an army captain, to be his companion in a rambling country house.
In prison the night before his execution, republican preacher Hugh Peter prepares to be hanged, drawn and quartered for treason