Sparkhouse is a gripping TV show that delves into the lives of characters caught in a web of drama and romance. It follows the story of a young woman named Carol, who works on a farm and faces the challenges of love, abuse, and the consequences of her decisions. Based on a novel, this miniseries takes the viewers on an emotional journey through the complexities of human relationships.
This ten episode program was based on ten short stories written by Agatha Christie but with wide-ranging themes. Some were romances, some had supernatural themes and a couple were adventures. The common link was that all came from the talented pen of Agatha Christie, all were entertaining and each drama was carefully crafted and well cast with many of Britain's best known actors of the time represented.
A teenage girl Anne Frank narrates her experiences and emotions during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands in World War II, giving insight into the atrocities of the Holocaust and the strength of the human spirit.
Ellie and Arden Brooks seem to be destined to play out their lives behind a Manchester chip shop counter. Mercilessly put down by their strict grandmother, the swinging sixties have yet to impact upon their fun-starved, sexually repressed lives. But it's 1965 and times are changing - fast!
Lipstick on Your Collar is a surreal musical TV show set in 1950s England. It follows the story of a shy and sexually inexperienced man who gets involved in a workplace romance with a manipulative woman. As he navigates his way through love, lust, and rock-n-roll, he discovers the absurdism and surrealism of life.
Chariots of Fire is a 1981 movie based on the true story of two athletes, Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddell, who overcome personal and societal challenges to compete in the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris. Abrahams, a Jewish student at Cambridge University, faces prejudice and discrimination as he strives to prove himself in the world of athletics. Liddell, a devout Christian from Scotland, grapples with his religious convictions and his passion for running. The film explores themes of faith, determination, and the pursuit of excellence.
The Riff Raff Element is a 1990's British comedy-drama series written by Debbie Horsfield and directed by Jeremy Ancock, who also directed Dressing for Breakfast and episodes of The Bill and Bergerac. It was nominated for the British Academy Television Award for Best Drama Series in 1994.
In 1903, a young Scotswoman goes to join her diplomat fiancé in Manchuria. She marries him, and finds herself in a war zone. Disenchanted with her husband, she falls in love with a married Japanese nobleman, Count Kentaro Kurihama, and bears him a son. She carves out a life for herself in Japanese society, despite the hardships and ostracism she faces as both a Westerner and a woman.
Hamlet, the Prince of Denmark, seeks revenge for the murder of his father and the subsequent marriage of his mother to his uncle. As he contemplates murder, madness, and betrayal, Hamlet's actions lead to a deadly chain of events.
After being shipwrecked off the coast of Africa, a baby is adopted and raised by a tribe of apes. As he grows older, he discovers his true identity and must navigate the world of humans while also dealing with his own internal struggles.
Grace of Monaco is a biographical drama that follows the story of Grace Kelly, the Hollywood actress who became the Princess of Monaco after marrying Prince Rainier III. The movie explores her struggles adjusting to the royal life, her role in influencing international politics, and her efforts to save Monaco from a political crisis.
Based on Joanna Trollope's novel. Explores the internal politics and scandals of a British cathedral choir school.
In Legionnaire, an Italian prize-fighter in Marseille is being pursued by a criminal mob. To escape them, he joins the French Foreign Legion and is sent to North Africa. There, he faces the challenges of military training, along with the harsh realities of life in the Legion. Amidst battles, sieges, and a quest for revenge, he discovers his true destiny.
During the tense days of the Cuban Missile Crisis in the 1960s, a brilliant mathematician gets entangled in a dangerous game of chess. As the fate of the world hangs in the balance, he must use his intellect and strategic thinking to outmaneuver his opponents and navigate the treacherous political landscape.
In the midst of World War II, a Czech pilot joins the British Royal Air Force to fight against the German forces. As he battles in the skies, he confronts danger, loss, and the relentless pursuit of victory.
Suburban Shootout - Die Waffen der Frauen is a dark comedy TV show set in a small town where housewives engage in a deadly shootout. It is a satirical portrayal of suburban life and follows a group of women who turn into outlaws to take control of their community.
Set in 16th-century Venice, Othello is a tragedy that revolves around the Moorish general Othello, his lieutenant Iago, and their tangled relationships. Iago's plot to exploit Othello's jealousy and manipulate those around him leads to a chain of tragic events.
To Play the King is a TV show that follows the story of a cunning member of parliament who becomes the Prime Minister and battles against a psychopathic king to maintain his power. The show depicts the dark side of English politics, including corruption, dirty tricks, and media manipulation.
Casualty 1900s is a TV show that depicts the dramatic and historical events surrounding casualty incidents in 1900s London England. The show explores the challenges faced by hospitals and the medical professionals as they strive to provide care in a rapidly changing city.
The follow-up to A Woman of Substance with Emma Harte at age eighty in the last winter of her life and dealing with her granddaughter Paula, as well as her respected advisor Henry Rossiter and Blackie O'Neill.