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19 year old Irena Gut is promoted to housekeeper in the home of a highly respected Nazi officer in Poland when she finds out that the Jewish ghetto is about to be liquidated. Determined to help twelve Jewish workers, she decides to shelter them in the safest place she can think of – the basement of the German Major's house. Over the next eight months, Irena uses her wit, humour and immense courage to hide her friends as long as possible.

When a newspaper reporter is about to leave his job, a major story breaks, leading him to get caught up in a series of humorous and outrageous events. Amidst the chaos, he must deal with a marriage proposal, a stressed-out father-in-law, a death penalty case, and the question of what happened to the epilogue. Set in 1920s Chicago, this film is a satirical take on journalism and features a cast of eccentric characters.

Downhill follows the story of a schoolboy who is wrongly punished and expelled from school. He faces a series of misfortunes, including falling into a life of deception and adultery. The film explores themes of friendship, homoeroticism, and father-son relationships, all set against the backdrop of London and Paris.

The Carabineers follows two friends in poverty who are drawn into the army by the promise of a better life. However, they soon realize the harsh reality of war as they are forced to join a firing squad and witness the atrocities committed. This dark comedy and satire explores themes of cynicism, sardonic humor, and the anti-war sentiment. Based on a play, this film is a critique of war crimes and the effects of war on individuals.

In an unnamed country that resembles Chile, Paulina Escobar lives with her husband Gerardo Escobar and a doctor named Miranda. One day, Dr. Miranda brings home a stranger, claiming that he had a flat tire. Paulina and Gerardo recognize him as the man who had held Paulina captive and raped her repeatedly when she was blindfolded and bound as a prisoner of war during a politically charged time in her country's history. Paulina takes him captive to find out the truth about what happened to her while Gerardo tries to question and reason with her.

Long Day's Journey Into Night follows the Tyrone family as they confront their deepest demons, including addiction, alcoholism, and mental illness, in their opulent Connecticut home. Set in the early 1910s, the film explores the complicated dynamics between family members and the destructive effects of their secrets and vices.

The Miracle Worker (1962) is a powerful and inspiring biographical drama that tells the story of Helen Keller, a blind and deaf child, and her teacher Annie Sullivan. The film showcases the struggles and triumphs of these two remarkable individuals as they overcome immense challenges and foster a deep bond.

Funny Girl tells the story of Fanny Brice, a Jewish-American vaudeville performer who rises to fame and finds love as she navigates the challenges of a stormy marriage and a career in showbiz. Set in the early 20th century, the film follows Fanny's journey from her humble beginnings to becoming a Broadway star and finding success in both her professional and personal life.

When a bedridden woman accidentally overhears a phone conversation about a murder plot, she becomes inextricably involved in a web of deception and danger. With only a phone line as her connection to the outside world, she must race against time to save her own life.

In the movie 'Holiday', a free-spirited woman and her sister navigate through the holiday season, encountering romantic entanglements, deception, and class differences. With themes of love, wealth, and family, this screwball comedy takes place in New York City and explores the dynamics of relationships during a festive time of year.

Red Dust tells the story of a love triangle in a rubber plantation in French Indochina, where a plantation overseer falls in love with the wife of a surveyor. The tropical setting, racial tensions, and infidelity create a dramatic backdrop for the characters' struggles.

A film student seeks revenge for the murder of his father, encountering betrayal, tragedy, and the complexities of family business along the way.

Torch Song Trilogy follows Arnold Beckoff, a gay Jewish drag queen in New York City, as he navigates the challenges of love, acceptance, and pursuing his dream of becoming a singer. Set against the backdrop of the 1970s, the film explores themes of family relationships, bisexuality, homophobia, and the struggle for LGBTQ+ rights. Arnold's journey is filled with heartwarming moments, as well as confrontations and tragedies, making for a poignant and thought-provoking story.

During World War II, a British sergeant-major is assigned to a military prison in Libya, where he faces challenges such as sadistic wardens, prisoner abuse, and extreme heat in the Sahara Desert.

In a city full of corruption, a police officer and a reporter try to bring down a powerful politician who is involved in government and police corruption. Their investigation leads them to uncover a hit-and-run incident and a web of illegal activities, including a speakeasy run by a notorious bootlegger. As they dig deeper, they discover a trail of bribery, murder, and business rivalry, ultimately leading to a climactic engagement between the forces of justice and corruption. The film is set against the backdrop of the tumultuous times of the prohibition era in Chicago, Illinois.

Charlie Reader, a womanizer who works as a theatrical agent in New York City, finds his life turned upside down when he meets the woman of his dreams. As he navigates a love triangle and deals with his fear of commitment, Charlie learns valuable lessons about love and relationships.

Set in rural Ireland in the 1930s, Dancing at Lughnasa tells the story of five sisters living in a small village. The sisters face challenges and joys as they navigate their relationships with each other, their absent father, and the changing world around them.

Cavalcade is a drama film set in London, England during World War I. It follows the lives of two families, one wealthy and the other working-class, and their experiences and relationships over the course of several years. The film touches on themes of love, death, social upheaval, and the impact of war on individuals and society.

Charlie Castle, a successful Hollywood actor, is caught in a moral dilemma when he is blackmailed into signing a contract that may ruin his career. As he tries to navigate the cutthroat world of the movie business, secrets are revealed, leading to murder and betrayal.

Herman Brandt, a handsome but overly conceited actor, lives in the same apartment building in Vienna as Carola and John Pointer and their 18-year-old daughter Mariette. One day, as Carola leaves the building, Brandt catches her in the stairwell and proposes she "visit" him at his apartment after everyone has gone to bed. Shocked and offended at his brazenness, she complains to the building manager, who orders Brandt to leave. He refuses, so the Pointers decide that they will move out instead. While they're packing, the police show up at their apartment with some bad news--Brandt has been found murdered, shot in the head. Inspector Muller, the detective investigating the murder, discovers that there is more to this case than meets the eye.