Farmers from a village exploited by bandits hire a veteran samurai for protection, who gathers six other samurai to join him. A gang of marauding bandits approaches a mountain village. The despairing villagers are divided about whether to surrender their harvest or fight back against the bandits. They decide to hire samurai to help defend the village. Kambei, a veteran samurai, recruits six other samurai and they prepare the village for the upcoming attack. As the battle commences, the samurai and villagers fight together to repel the bandits. Many sacrifices are made, but ultimately the bandits are defeated and the village is saved.
In 'Caged' (1950), a young woman named Marie is convicted of a crime she did not commit and is sent to prison. She must navigate the harsh realities of life behind bars, including cruel punishment, sadistic guards, and hopelessness. As she struggles to survive, she forms bonds with other women in prison and discovers secrets about the corrupt prison system. 'Caged' is a gripping prison drama that explores themes of social commentary, injustice, and the resilience of the human spirit.
Adam, a 27-year-old journalist, is diagnosed with cancer and must undergo chemotherapy. He navigates the challenges of his illness while relying on the support of his therapist, friendships with other cancer patients, and his best friend Kyle. As Adam's condition worsens, he must confront the seriousness of his illness and determine what truly matters to him.
The Holy Mountain follows a thief who teams up with a group of nine individuals representing the major planets in the solar system. They embark on a journey to the Holy Mountain, where they seek enlightenment and undergo various trials and transformations. Along the way, they encounter surreal and symbolic experiences that challenge their beliefs and expose the flaws of society.
In the Army Now is a comedy movie released in 1994. It follows the story of two friends who join the US Army Reserve to make some money and escape unemployment. However, they soon find themselves in ridiculous and hilarious situations as they try to survive military training and later get deployed to a war zone in the Persian Gulf during the Gulf War.
Lords of Dogtown is a coming-of-age film set in the 1970s. It tells the story of a group of teenagers from Venice Beach, California who become famous skateboarders. The film explores their rise to fame, the challenges they face, and the impact success has on their lives. It also touches on themes of friendship, rivalry, and the price of fame. The movie is based on a true story and highlights the importance of perseverance and following one's passion.
After a romantic disaster, a woman realizes that being perfect and conforming to societal expectations isn't what truly matters in life. She embarks on a journey of self-discovery and learns to embrace her true self, including shaving her head and embracing her natural beauty.
In 'Return to Sender,' a blind attorney takes on the case of a death row inmate who has been unjustly accused. As she delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a web of deception and must confront her own demons. With time running out, she must race against the clock to save an innocent man from execution.
A prostitute is kidnapped and subjected to relentless torture and abuse by a sadistic truck driver.
Cthulhu is a Lovecraftian horror film that takes place in the Pacific Northwest. The story revolves around a man who returns to his small hometown after the death of his mother and becomes entangled in a mysterious cult. As he delves deeper into the town's dark secrets, he starts experiencing horrifying visions and must confront the otherworldly entity known as Cthulhu.
During a brother-sister reunion at an isolated lake house, they encounter a mysterious creature that starts hunting them down. As the siblings struggle to survive, dark secrets are revealed and the tension among them rises. Will they be able to escape the deadly creature and make it out alive?
After witnessing a bank robbery gone wrong, a man becomes a vigilante and takes matters into his own hands, seeking revenge on those who framed him for murder. As he goes on a relentless pursuit, he faces violent encounters, engages in intense gunfights, and navigates a web of deception and betrayal.
Five women of different ages are confronted with their self-image and the demands of themselves and others.
Triple Dog is a movie about a group of teenage girls who gather for a sleepover and play a risky game of truth or dare. As the dares become more dangerous, the girls' friendships are tested and secrets are revealed. The game takes a dark turn when one of the girls goes missing, leading to devastating consequences for everyone involved.
Bad Tales is a disturbing coming-of-age drama that takes place in Rome, Italy. It explores themes of family issues, loss, and sexual awakening. The story revolves around an unhappy and dysfunctional family, with an abusive father and a pregnant teenager. As the plot unfolds, the characters' lives intertwine in a small community filled with dark secrets and tragic events, leading to shocking outcomes that involve death, suicide, and infanticide.
In the small Greek island of Hydra, a group of teenagers navigate their way through friendships, exams, and romantic relationships, while dealing with the challenges of growing up. Their experiences include a memorable ferry ride, a daring head-shaving incident, and unexpected encounters on a yacht.
Ankur is a drama film that explores various social issues such as poverty, jealousy, adultery, and caste system in a rural village. The story revolves around a deaf-mute woman who becomes pregnant with an illegitimate child, causing conflicts within the village.
In a small village in Lesotho, an old woman's funeral sparks a resistance against a dam project that threatens their way of life. The community struggles to preserve their traditions and resist forced relocation as they face the loss of their homes and rural lifestyle. Amid grief, resistance, and an existential crisis, the village fights for their land and the memory of their ancestors.
The film features a conversation between Lucas and Francis Ford Coppola, producer of THX 1138. They discuss Lucas' vision for the film, including his ideas about science fiction in general and in particular his concept of the "used future" which would famously feature in his film Star Wars. Intercut with this discussion is footage shot prior to the start of production of THX 1138 showing several of its actors having their heads shaved, a requirement for appearing in the film. In several cases the actors are shown being shaved in a public location. For example, Maggie McOmie is shaved outside the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, while Robert Duvall watches a sporting event as his hair is cut off. Another actor, Marshall Efron, who would later play an insane man in the film, cut off his own hair and was filmed doing so in a bathtub.
Based on true events, The Ladder follows the spiritual journey of Andrei, a sensitive, socially awkward young man who turns to acting in his search for true happiness. After the fall of communism, he is blinded by the illusion of freedom and democracy and faces a series of brutal events that have deeply marked Romania's recent history. Finding comfort in playing the part of Aliosa in a stage adaptation of The Karamazov Brothers, he becomes closer and closer to his character, gradually discovering the way to understanding divinity.