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In 1959, a maverick teacher returns to his alma mater and uses poetry to inspire his students to think for themselves and seize the day.

Depicts the final twelve hours in the life of Jesus of Nazareth, on the day of his crucifixion in Jerusalem. The film opens in Gethsemane in 'medias res as' in the dead of night some hours after the last supper. Jesus prays and is tempted by Satan, while his apostles, Peter, James, and John sleep. After receiving thirty pieces of silver from the highly feared Jewish priests of the Temple in Jerusalem, one of Jesus' other apostles, Judas Iscariot, tells them the location where his teacher is and the priests send a contingent of guards to arrest Jesus for heresy. In the woods outside Gethsemane, Judas approaches with the temple guards and betrays Jesus with a kiss on his cheek. As the guards move in to arrest Jesus, Peter intervenes and attacks them, cutting off the ear of Malchus, one of the guards, but Jesus tells Peter to stop with the violence and magically heals Malchus' ear...

In a dystopian near future, single people are taken to The Hotel, where they must find a romantic partner or be transformed into animals. David checks into The Hotel with his brother, who has become a dog. While there, he meets various eccentric characters and forms connections. When David's planned partner turns out to be heartless, he flees to the Woods and joins a group of rebels called the Loners. There, he falls in love with a woman who is eventually blinded by the Loner Leader. David helps her adapt to her new condition and they escape into the city.

The story follows T.E. Lawrence, an English officer stationed in Cairo during World War I. Against orders, Lawrence assesses Prince Faisal's revolt against the Turks and proposes a daring attack on Aqaba. With the help of Arab tribes, Lawrence leads a successful campaign against the Turks. However, his actions lead to a series of traumatic events, causing him to question his role and purpose. In the end, Lawrence's efforts to unite the tribes and liberate Arabia are overshadowed by political struggles and the realities of post-war governance.

Roots is a compelling television miniseries that follows the story of an African-American family and their struggles through slavery, emphasizing the themes of racism, family, and freedom. Set in the 18th and 19th centuries, the series explores the harsh realities of slavery, the cruelty inflicted upon slaves, and their fight for liberation.

During World War II, British prisoners of war are tasked with building a bridge over the river Kwai for the Japanese. Unbeknownst to them, the allied forces are planning a commando raid to destroy it. The story follows the struggle of the British POWs under the leadership of Colonel Nicholson as they navigate the hardships of construction, while the commando group led by Major Warden and American Navy Commander Shears embark on a mission to blow up the bridge.

Flowers in the Attic tells the story of a family who is forced to live in the attic of their grandmother's mansion. They endure physical and emotional abuse as they are kept hidden from the outside world. The siblings develop complicated relationships, including instances of incestuous desire. As they struggle to survive, secrets are revealed and revenge is sought, leading to tragic consequences.

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A laid-back Southern man named Lucas Jackson is sentenced to two years in a rural prison for cutting off the tops of parking meters. While in prison, he refuses to conform to the strict rules and regulations. Despite facing hard labor and constant harassment from the prison gang leader, Lucas becomes a hero among the prisoners and gains the nickname "Cool Hand Luke." However, his rebellious nature ultimately leads to his tragic demise, making him a symbol of defiance against an unjust system.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame follows the story of Quasimodo, a deformed bell-ringer, who falls in love with a gypsy dancer named Esmeralda. The film explores themes of xenophobia, intolerance, and social progress as Quasimodo struggles to find acceptance in a society that judges him by his appearance. With the backdrop of the magnificent Notre Dame Cathedral, the movie showcases the changing times and the clash between tradition and modernity.

Set in the 1900s, Picnic at Hanging Rock follows the events surrounding a mysterious disappearance at a girls' school in Australia. After a group of students vanishes during a Valentine's Day picnic, suspicion and investigation creep into the idyllic setting. As secrets unravel and tensions rise, the search for answers becomes more desperate. Supernatural mysteries, romantic rejections, and a French governess add layers of intrigue, highlighting the complexities of friendship and the haunting allure of the Hanging Rock.

Based on a true story, 'I Know My First Name Is Steven' follows the harrowing journey of Steven Stayner, who was kidnapped and held captive for seven years by a sadistic rapist. The series explores the traumatic events Steven endures and his ultimate escape from his captor, shedding light on the emotional and psychological impact of his ordeal.

During the Han Dynasty in China, a Roman general and a Chinese nobleman team up to protect a young prince from a power-hungry leader. Loyalties are tested as alliances are formed and broken, leading to an epic battle between two great civilizations.

The Bounty is a historical drama set in the 18th century that recounts the mutiny on the HMAV Bounty, a British naval ship. The story follows Lieutenant Bligh and his crew as they embark on a mission to transport breadfruit from Tahiti to the West Indies. However, tensions rise, and the crew rebels against Bligh's harsh leadership, leading to a dramatic and dangerous journey. The film explores themes of colonialism, strictness, rebellion, and the consequences of power.

Jane Eyre is a young orphan who, after a cruel childhood, becomes a governess at Thornfield Hall. There, she falls in love with her employer, Mr. Rochester, only to discover that he is hiding a dark secret. As Jane tries to navigate the complexities of love, desire, and the haunting memories of her past, she must also confront the hidden truths that threaten to destroy her happiness.

After the death of her parents, a teenage girl named Ruby and her younger brother Rhett are sent to live in a glass house with their new foster parents. However, Ruby soon begins to suspect that her new guardians are hiding dark secrets, and she must uncover the truth before it's too late.

Farewell My Concubine tells the story of two male Peking opera performers who form a complex relationship that spans over 50 years. Their lives are deeply impacted by the political and cultural upheavals of the time, including the Japanese occupation of China, the Chinese Cultural Revolution, and their own personal struggles with gender identity and unrequited love.

After being defeated by Aladdin, Jafar returns in his quest for revenge and plots to regain his magical powers using a magical object. Aladdin and his friends must once again stop Jafar and save the kingdom from his evil plans.

The Last Days of Pompeii is a thrilling TV show set in ancient Rome. It follows the lives of various characters as they navigate through political intrigue, romance, and the impending disaster of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The story focuses on the struggles of individuals amidst the backdrop of a crumbling society and the chaos that ensues when the volcano finally erupts.

Roger Dollison, a police officer, and his wife, Kendra, are living the American dream. They have two children, Teddy and Sandy, a lovely home, and a dog named Rex. What they know and how they live as a family is irreparably changed one day when it is discovered that a classmate of Teddy's is the apparent victim of sexual abuse and molestation at the respected neighborhood daycare center. Like all other parents, the Dollisons are tormented — "we should have known, we should have seen" — but their devastation is complete when Teddy tells his own story, one he promised his abusers he would never tell.