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Deepwater Horizon
Movie

Deepwater Horizon(2016)

7.1
tomato82%
PG_13
107Minutes

Deepwater Horizon is a movie based on the disaster that occurred in April 2010, when the offshore drilling rig exploded, causing the worst oil spill in American history. The film follows the crew members as they face unexpected challenges, pressure from the top, and equipment malfunctions. The story highlights the courage and resilience of the workers, as well as the devastating consequences of the explosion and subsequent oil spill.

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Murder: By Reason of Insanity
Movie

Murder: By Reason of Insanity(1985)

6.2
100Minutes

A married couple from Poland emigrates to the U.S.,. but things don't turn out as well as they had imaged. The husband's business fails, while his wife's career really takes off. The husband, unable to cope with the pressures of his failed business, his failing marriage and the adjustments necessary to live in a completely different society, begins to take out his frustrations on his wife.

Too Rich: The Secret Life of Doris Duke is a tv show that portrays the enigmatic life of American heiress Doris Duke. The show explores her wealthy upbringing, her controversial relationships, and her philanthropic endeavors. It delves into her involvement with the Hare Krishna movement and her struggles with personal demons. This biographical drama is based on true events and is sure to captivate viewers.

Beryl Markham: A Shadow on the Sun
Movie

Beryl Markham: A Shadow on the Sun(1988)

6.8
192Minutes

The singular life of Beryl Markham - renowned aviatrix, author and adventurer

Painkiller
Tv Show

Painkiller (2023)

7.4
TV_MA

The causes and consequences of America's opioid epidemic unfold in this drama following its perpetrators, victims and an investigator seeking the truth. The story revolves around the powerful narcotic painkillers, or opioids, that were once used as drugs of last resort for pain sufferers. Purdue turned OxyContin into a billion-dollar blockbuster by launching an unprecedented marketing campaign claiming that the drug's long-acting formulation made it safer to use than traditional painkillers for many types of pain. However, that illusion was shattered when drug abusers discovered that crushing an Oxy could release its narcotic payload all at once. Even in its prescribed form, Oxy proved to be fiercely addictive. As OxyContin's use and abuse grew, Purdue concealed what it knew from regulators, doctors, and patients.

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Article 99
Movie

Article 99(1992)

6.1
tomato43%
R
100Minutes

Article 99 is a comedy drama film set in a veterans hospital. It follows the story of a group of doctors who go against the bureaucracy to provide the best care for their patients. The film delves into the challenges and frustrations faced by the doctors as they navigate through the post-war healthcare system. It also explores themes of compassion, determination, and the power of teamwork.

Birth of the Dragon
Movie

Birth of the Dragon(2016)

5.7
tomato25%
PG_13
103Minutes

Birth of the Dragon is a biographical drama that chronicles the life of legendary martial artist Bruce Lee. Set in 1960s San Francisco, the film follows Lee's journey as he rises to fame and faces a momentous showdown against his rival. Fueled by his passion for martial arts and his desire to break down cultural barriers, Lee transforms into a cultural icon revered by millions around the world.

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Perfect
Movie

Perfect(1985)

4.7
tomato18%
115Minutes

In Perfect, a journalist interviews an aerobics instructor and uncovers a scandal in the fitness industry. The story explores themes of health, fitness, and the pursuit of perfection. With the help of a personal trainer, the journalist delves deeper into the world of aerobics and discovers the dark secrets behind the industry. As the truth is revealed, relationships are tested, and the characters must confront their own flaws and desires for perfection.

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Flash of Genius
Movie

Flash of Genius(2008)

7
tomato62%
PG_13
119Minutes

Flash of Genius is a movie based on the true story of Robert Kearns, a college professor and engineer who invented the intermittent windshield wiper. The film follows Kearns as he fights against the automobile industry, specifically Ford, for patent infringement and the recognition he deserves. It showcases Kearns' determination, his struggles with paranoia and mental breakdown, and his unwavering pursuit of justice and intellectual property rights. Flash of Genius is a motivational story of a genius inventor who takes on a powerful industry to protect his invention and restore his reputation.

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The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
Movie

The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas(1982)

6.1
tomato50%
R
115Minutes

In a small Texas town, the Chicken Ranch brothel has been operating for years, gaining a reputation for cleanliness and a quiet, efficient manner. However, a crusading television reporter, with the help of a conservative watchdog group, wants to expose the brothel and close it down. The Governor of Texas is not one to be messed with and decides to make things difficult for the TV reporter by threatening to close down the college football program at the nearby university as well, and by demanding that her report be censored. The conflict escalates as the reporter digs deeper into the secrets of the brothel, leading to a clash of cultures and a secret relationship between the television reporter and the Madame of the brothel.

Long Journey Back
Movie

Long Journey Back(1978)

7.5
100Minutes

After a devastating crash leaves a teenager handicapped, they embark on a long and challenging journey to regain their life and find new purpose.

Resurrecting the Champ
Movie

Resurrecting the Champ(2007)

6.7
tomato61%
PG_13
112Minutes

A reporter named Erik Kernan Jr. is struggling to make a name for himself in the world of sports journalism. One day, he meets a homeless man who claims to be Bob Satterfield, a former boxing champion. Fascinated by the story, Erik decides to write an article about the man, hoping it will be just the breakthrough he needs. However, as Erik digs deeper into Bob's past, he begins to uncover a web of lies and deception. The truth behind Bob's identity is far more complex than Erik could have imagined, and it will challenge everything he thought he knew about journalism and ethics.

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The Scout
Movie

The Scout(1994)

5.4
tomato33%
PG_13
101Minutes
The Slender Thread
Movie

The Slender Thread(1965)

7
tomato71%
98Minutes

In this suspenseful drama, a crisis line operator in Seattle receives a call from a woman who is contemplating suicide. As he tries to keep her on the line and trace her location, he becomes personally invested in her well-being and races against time to save her life.

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