In District 13, Katniss Everdeen prepares to be the Mockingjay, the symbol of the rebellion against the Capitol. With the help of her friends, she must save Peeta and lead the fight against the oppressive regime in a post-apocalyptic future.
In Regency-era England, the independent and spirited Elizabeth Bennet navigates the complexities of love, social class, and family expectations as she encounters the proud and wealthy Mr. Darcy.
Fawlty Towers is a classic British sitcom set in the fictional Fawlty Towers hotel in the seaside town of Torquay. The show follows the misadventures of hotel owner Basil Fawlty, his wife Sybil, their hapless waiter Manuel, and the various eccentric guests who stay at the hotel. With its witty writing and physical comedy, Fawlty Towers has become a cult favorite and is regarded as one of the greatest British sitcoms of all time.
In 1910s London, snobbish phonetics professor Henry Higgins agrees to a wager that he can make crude flower girl, Eliza Doolittle, presentable in high society. With the help of Colonel Pickering, Higgins takes on the challenge and starts training Eliza in speech and manners. As Eliza goes through the rigorous training, she starts to make progress and eventually speaks with an impeccable upper-class accent. However, Higgins' callous treatment and indifference towards her future prospects lead Eliza to walk out on him. But when Higgins realizes his feelings for Eliza, he tries to win her back.
Ethan, a young man, falls in love with Lena, a mysterious girl who possesses supernatural powers. Together, they uncover dark secrets about their families and the town they live in.
Set in 18th-century France, Dangerous Liaisons tells the story of the manipulative and deceitful Marquise de Merteuil and the handsome Vicomte de Valmont, who engage in a complex game of seduction, betrayal, and revenge. As they pursue their own selfish desires, their actions have devastating consequences for those around them.
In 'Life Stinks,' a wealthy businessman named Goddard Bolt bets that he can live on the streets without any money for a month. He enters a rundown area of Los Angeles and encounters a homeless woman named Molly, who helps him navigate the challenges of life on the streets. Along the way, Goddard learns about the struggles of the homeless and gains a new perspective on wealth and happiness. The film is a satirical comedy that explores themes of urban decay, class prejudice, and the stark differences between privilege and poverty.
The Forsyte Saga (2002) is a British historical drama set in the Edwardian era. It tells the story of an upper-middle-class family and their struggles with wealth, social issues, and family feuds. The plot revolves around a pathologically jealous husband, a tragic romance, and a forbidden love affair. The series explores themes of male heir, social discrimination, and female subjugation in a patriarchal society. It also delves into the effects of the Boer War and the generation gap. With its costume-drama setting, the show takes place in London, England and features three generational family dynamics spanning from the 1870s to the 1920s.
Capitalism: A Love Story is a documentary film that examines the influence of capitalism on American society. It explores issues such as economic inequality, corporate malfeasance, and the global economic crisis of 2008. The film also delves into the concept of the American Dream and the ways in which it has been undermined by corporate greed and corruption. Through interviews, archival footage, and personal stories, it presents a critical perspective on the impact of capitalism on the lives of everyday Americans.
Howards End follows the lives of three families, the wealthy and conservative Wilcoxes, the idealistic and intellectual Schlegels, and the working-class Basts, as they navigate social class, love, and inheritance in turn-of-the-century England.
In 19th-century Imperial Germany, a teacher at a British boys' school changes the lives of his students by introducing them to the game of soccer, facing resistance from the upper class and their strict fathers.
Basil is a lower-class artist who falls in love with an aristocratic woman named Julia. Their dangerous friendship leads to class-consciousness, disinheritance, and a secret marriage. As they navigate the complexities of their relationship, they find themselves entangled in a web of deceit, temptation, and torment.
Set in an upper-class neighbourhood of the Dominican Republic, La Hembrita is an unsettling portrait of a middle-aged woman, Dominique, and her relations with family, servants and entourage.
In 'Payment on Demand,' a devoted wife finds herself facing an uncertain future as she navigates through a divorce and societal pressures. The story is told in flashback as she recalls the events that led to the breakdown of her marriage. As a successful corporate lawyer, she must also confront class prejudice and scheming individuals who seek to take advantage of her situation. Through it all, she remains determined to protect her two daughters and maintain her dignity.
Bulgarian Lovers is a comedy-drama that explores the themes of love, relationships, and the clash of social classes in Bulgaria. It follows the story of a young aspiring actor who falls in love with a wealthy businessman. As their relationship develops, they are confronted with the challenges and prejudices of Bulgarian society. The film provides a humorous and insightful perspective on the complexities of relationships, class differences, and the pursuit of happiness.
Raimundo, a wealthy man, died of a heart attack. The notary reads out Raimundo's will, leaving all his estate and companies to the widow, Luz, with the surprising clause that she will remain without a man for the period of two years, during which his trusted attorney, Arturo, will be in possession of the whole patrimony. Luz being much younger than her late husband, resents this clause that will keep her captive of the dead man for so long. Her attempts to seek release in the night spots of the town do not prove satisfying. Lucia, the maid, starts an extortion scheme against the widow, menacing to denounce the murder of Raimundo with venom, as Luz and Arturo were lovers. The faithful cook and the gardener are dismissed and Lucía literally takes her employer's image, clothes, and manners - forcing Luz to play humbly to her (progressively insane) demands.
In Reckless, a Broadway star and a millionaire fall in love, but their relationship is complicated by class prejudice and social climbing. They must navigate through scandals, suicide, and societal expectations to find their happily ever after.
Involuntary committed to a coastal village monastery, an aging aristocrat must navigate blackmail, class differences, and his own alcoholism while dealing with his granddaughter's infidelity and his own suicidal thoughts.
Penthesilea, the first of six films made by Laura Mulvey and Peter Wollen, traverses thousands of years to look at the image of the Amazonian woman in myth. It asks, among other questions, is the Amazonian woman a rare strong female image or is she a figure derived from male phantasy? The film explores the complexities of such questions, but does not seek any concrete answers.
Pitaah (2002) is a movie that revolves around the theme of injustice and revenge. It tells the story of a farmer who becomes a vigilante after his daughter is raped. He takes matters into his own hands and seeks revenge against the rapists and the corrupt landowner responsible for the injustice. The movie explores the complex dynamics of parent-child relationships and the consequences of societal prejudices.