Candy Candy is an anime TV show that takes place in London during the early 1900s. It tells the story of Candy, an orphan who goes through various challenges but remains optimistic. She forms friendships, experiences love and loss, and navigates a world affected by World War I.
That Girl is a comedy TV show that follows the story of a young woman named Ann Marie who moves to New York City to pursue her dream of becoming an actress. She faces various challenges and adventures as she tries to make it in the entertainment industry while also navigating romantic relationships and dealing with her overprotective father.
Smash is a drama TV show that follows the journey of a diverse group of people involved in the production of a new Broadway musical. It explores the challenges they face in their personal and professional lives, as well as the competitiveness and rivalries that arise in the theater industry.
A boy, who was abused by his violent father, finds solace and protection from his dogs. However, the trauma leads him to a dangerous path of murderous madness as he lives on the fringes of society.
A film producer and his team sail to Skull Island where they encounter cannibalistic natives and a giant gorilla named Kong. The producer plans to capture Kong and bring him back to New York as a spectacle. However, Kong escapes and wreaks havoc in the city before meeting his demise at the hands of the military.
A captivating drama about the fascinating lives of Bob Fosse, a renowned choreographer, and Gwen Verdon, a talented dancer. Their passionate relationship and successful careers in the entertainment industry are explored, along with the challenges they face personally and professionally.
This six part documentary miniseries presents the evolution of the Broadway musical from its inception in 1893 to current day 2004. It presents those influential players both on stage and behind the scenes, as well as a variety of influential Broadway shows, a handful which are known to have transformed the musical into what the audience knows it to be today.
Johnny Midnight is an American crime drama that aired for one season in syndicated from January to December 1960. The series stars Edmond O'Brien as the title character.
White Christmas is a classic musical set in the 1950s, where a successful song-and-dance team, played by Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye, become romantically involved with a sister act, played by Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen. They team up to save the failing Vermont inn of their former commanding general, who is played by Dean Jagger. The movie features iconic holiday songs and dance numbers, and is a heartwarming tale of love, friendship, and Christmas spirit.
Nine years after their first meeting, Jesse and Celine encounter each other again on Jesse's book tour in Paris. As they navigate the city, they reveal their dissatisfactions with their lives and slowly rekindle their old feelings. The movie explores themes of connection, regret, and the enduring power of a single night spent together.
All That Jazz is a drama/musical movie released in 1979. It follows the story of a workaholic theater director who struggles with his self-destructive behavior, including prescription drug abuse and heart disease. The movie delves into the price of fame and the dark side of show business.
Jacob Gordon can't catch a break. A struggling actor with a personal life to match. His epic streak of bad luck just might change when he's cast in a Broadway musical; "The Ice Queen", opposite stage and screen royalty Veronica Bailey.
Tony, a male dancer, struggles to make it on Broadway while dealing with personal and professional challenges in 1980s Manhattan.
The Cotton Club is a famous New York City nightclub in the 1920s and 1930s. It tells the story of a young musician named Dixie Dwyer who gets involved with the mob and falls in love with a singer named Vera Cicero. The club becomes a hot spot for jazz and attracts many famous musicians of the time. However, racial tensions and mob wars threaten to tear the club apart.
An American reporter named Sue Charlton travels to the Australian outback to meet the legendary crocodile poacher, Michael J. 'Crocodile' Dundee, after he narrowly escapes a dangerous encounter with a saltwater crocodile. Intrigued by his near-death experience, Sue invites Mick to New York City. Mick, who has never left Australia before, finds himself facing dangerous situations and unexpected romantic complications in both the outback and the concrete jungle of Manhattan. As Mick tries to adapt to the complexities of modern life, he is pulled between two worlds and must navigate the challenges of cultural differences.
Sweet Smell of Success is a film-noir crime drama that follows a press agent who becomes entangled in a web of deceit, as he manipulates the media to further his own ambitions. Set in 1950s New York City, the movie explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the dark underbelly of the entertainment industry.
Imitation of Life is a 1959 drama film that explores themes of racial discrimination and the challenges of motherhood. The story follows two women, one white and one African-American, who form an unlikely friendship and struggle to navigate the complexities of their lives amidst societal expectations and prejudice. As they face personal and professional obstacles, their relationship is put to the test, forcing them to confront their own desires, ambitions, and the price of fame. The film delves into themes of identity, racism, and the sacrifices and choices mothers make for their children.
A theater director helps an aspiring actress, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and romantic entanglements. Along the way, they encounter a sex worker, a judge, and a private detective, all adding to the chaos.
The Gendarme in New York follows the story of a French gendarme who travels to New York City for a police conference. However, he becomes caught up in comedic crime situations when he disguises himself as a criminal in order to infiltrate a gang. Along the way, he encounters various challenges such as stowaways, taxi drivers, and psychoanalysis sessions. With a blend of humor and action, this movie showcases the gendarme's adventures in the Big Apple.
Bullets Over Broadway (1994) is a postmodern comedy crime movie set in 1920s New York City. It follows a playwright who faces challenges in bringing his Broadway play to the stage due to interference from a mafia boss and his own complicated romantic relationships. With elements of metafiction and urban comedy, the film explores themes of talent, love, and the struggles of the creative process.