Possession (1981) follows a woman who becomes obsessed with a supernatural being, leading to a breakdown of her marriage and a series of violent and disturbing events. As she spirals into madness, her husband becomes determined to uncover the truth behind her possession.
Le Tiroir secret is a 1986 French family drama TV mini-series directed by Michel Boisrond, Edouard Molinaro, Nadine Trintignant and Roger Gillioz. The screenplay was written by Danièle Thompson, Jean-Patrick Manchette, Patrick Besson and Roger Grenier. The music score is by Vladimir Cosma. It was released on DVD in France on 18 October 2006. It tells the story of a woman who suspects that her husband had in fact led a double life.
Set in 1942, during the German occupation of France, The Last Metro follows the story of a theater owner and his theater group as they try to continue their work under the watchful eyes of Nazi soldiers. The owner's wife, who is Jewish, has gone into hiding and he tries his best to keep the theater running and protect his wife. The group faces numerous challenges, including curfews, surprise inspections, and the constant threat of being discovered by the Gestapo. As tensions rise, personal and professional relationships are tested, leading to a dramatic climax on opening night.
The Lost Honor of Katharina Blum tells the story of Katharina Blum, who becomes the subject of a sensationalist media campaign after she is wrongfully accused of being involved with a suspected terrorist. As her life is turned upside down and her reputation is destroyed, Katharina fights to clear her name and reveal the truth behind the accusations. Set in 1970s Germany, the film explores themes of press freedom, police harassment, and the power of media sensationalism.
In Genève, bookseller and publisher Axel Thorpe catches willful, rich 16-year-old Sibylle Ashby shoplifting. She brags about her writing, so he challenges her to produce a book. She writes an erotic novel that Thorpe publishes anonymously, and it becomes a best seller. She also tries to capture the love of this 40-year-old publisher but he drops her for her older sister.
In 1920s Germany, an American circus artist navigates the dark underbelly of Weimar Republic, facing poverty, depression, and the rise of fascism. Amidst a backdrop of violence and political struggle, he becomes entangled in a web of intrigue and must confront his own demons.
The leader of a right-wing German political party discovers that an illiterate woodcarver is actually the son of Adolf Hitler.
Espion, lève-toi (1982) is about a police officer who gets involved in a terrorist group after his wife is murdered. He must navigate the world of counter-intelligence and espionage to uncover the truth and seek revenge.
Special Section is a historical drama set in France during the Nazi occupation in the 1940s. It follows the story of a journalist and a lawyer who uncover corruption within the justice system as they investigate the murder of a Nazi officer. The film explores themes of injustice, collaboration, and resistance.
During World War II, a group of high-ranking U.S. Army officers conspire to assassinate General George S. Patton. A former Olympic athlete, now a Lieutenant in the Army, is assigned to track down the killer before it's too late.
A French Woman tells the story of a woman who experiences a series of life-changing events, including betrayal, regret, and reunion. Set against the backdrop of World War II and its aftermath, the movie explores themes of duty, honor, and the complexities of love and relationships.
Guillaume de Burlador is a private tutor who hits a low point sufficiently severe for him to contemplate a somewhat theatrical suicide. Instead he is taken off by flying boat to a mad French colonial possession bedecked by mad servants and crazy decor. Three educated and rather gorgeous women live there, and they hire him to tutor a young teenager, but more with plans to seduce him in mind.
Lulu models for a young painter who tries to seduce her. When her husband enters the room he dies from a heart attack. Lulu marries the painter, who commits suicide when he finds out that she has been having a long standing affair with Dr Schon and whose son gives her a job. Lulu kills Dr Schon and goes to London to live with his son. Eventually, she becomes a prostitute and dies a victim of Jack the Ripper.
From the Life of the Marionettes follows a psychoanalyst who becomes entangled in a murder investigation, delving into issues of sexuality, existential crisis, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in Germany, the film explores the nonlinear timeline of events and the inner psychodrama of the characters. Through a series of chapters, the movie tackles themes of homophobia, homosexuality, existential loneliness, and the agonizing search for identity and purpose. It combines elements of black-and-white and color cinematography, adding visual depth to the story. From the Life of the Marionettes is a thought-provoking exploration of human nature and the struggles we face in our lives.
Germany in Autumn (1978) is a documentary drama film that portrays the societal tensions and political protests that took place in Germany during the German Autumn of 1977. The film explores various themes such as the Baader-Meinhof Group, conservative politics, and the state of the Federal Republic of Germany during that period. It delves into the conversations and disputes surrounding these topics, showcasing the crisis and upheaval faced by the country. The film features an anthology format, presenting a collection of short films that collectively contribute to the depiction of the German Autumn.
In Womanlight, a middle-aged couple grapples with disillusionment and loneliness. They find solace in their abstinence but their world is shattered when tragedy strikes. As they navigate the aftermath of a car accident, a male protagonist seeks comfort from a strong female protagonist. Themes of suicide, prostitution, and the fragility of life are explored. The couple is also confronted with the reality of aging, as the male protagonist suffers a heart attack and becomes brain-injured. Through the power of their relationship, they find hope and healing in unexpected ways.
Love story spanning 60 years of the lives of Charlotte and Hugo. As a teenager before the war she is in love with him, but he marries her sister. They share some brief happy moments during the difficult post-war period, then they are separated for the longest time. They meet again as 80-year olds.
Although there are women in the lives of the three main protagonists -- a middle-aged architect, his construction designer, and a journalist -- the women are not as crucial to the men's search for an identity as the title might suggest. When the three men run into a former professor of the architect and designer, they are inspired by his fanfare and expansive nature. Still in search of solutions to their particular problems, the men head out to visit the professor and get to the bottom of their own issues. Unfortunately, the professor turns out to be more "loco" than otherwise, and the three men watch their hopes burst like a popped balloon -- it seems like their ability to assess human character should now be added to their list of problem spots.