The French Dispatch is a movie that pays tribute to journalists in a fictional French city. It revolves around a collection of stories published in 'The French Dispatch Magazine'. The film explores different narratives, including a cycling reporter showcasing the town of Ennui-sur-Blasé, an art masterpiece created by a mentally disturbed artist in prison, a student protest that turns into a revolution, and a private dinner that goes wrong when the police commissioner's son is kidnapped. The movie captures the essence of journalism and the stories that unfold within a city.
Down on her luck and in debt, Emily joins a credit card scam in Los Angeles. She meets Youcef, an organizer of the fraud ring, and they form a romance. They plan to rob the ring after a falling-out with Khalil, but things go wrong. Emily chooses to abandon Youcef and take the money for herself. She escapes to South America and starts her own fraud ring.
In the summer of 1987, James Brennan, a college graduate, takes a job at Adventureland, an amusement park in his hometown. He meets Emily, a fellow employee, and they develop a complicated relationship. James faces challenges, including an affair between Emily and a co-worker, but eventually realizes his true feelings for Emily. Despite obstacles, they end up together.
I, Daniel Blake tells the story of a widowed carpenter named Daniel Blake who, after suffering a heart attack, must navigate the complex and frustrating UK welfare system. Along the way, he forms a deep friendship with a single mother going through similar struggles. The film explores themes of poverty, bureaucracy, and the struggles faced by working-class individuals.
Observe and Report follows Ronnie Barnhardt, a socially awkward mall cop, who becomes obsessed with catching a flasher terrorizing the local shopping mall. As he navigates through his daily routine and deals with personal issues, Ronnie's delusions of grandeur lead him on a path of vigilante justice that tests his sanity.
Adam is a socially awkward electrical engineer with Asperger's syndrome. When he meets his new neighbor, Beth, he becomes infatuated with her. As their relationship blossoms, Adam must learn to navigate love, friendships, and the challenges that come with his condition.
In 'G' Men, a young lawyer named James 'Brick' Davis is recruited by the FBI to infiltrate the underworld of gangsters and bring them to justice. As he goes deep undercover, he discovers the harsh realities of life on the other side of the law. With the help of his fellow agents and the love of a strong-willed nurse, Davis puts his life on the line to dismantle the criminal empire. Action, suspense, and tough choices await him in this thrilling crime drama set in the 1930s.
It Happened at the World's Fair is a musical comedy that takes place at the 1962 Century 21 Exposition in Seattle, Washington. The story follows a truck driver named Mike who becomes involved with a young girl named Sue-Lin. Together, they navigate the fairgrounds, encounter various colorful characters, and even help prevent Sue-Lin's uncle from gambling away their farm. Along the way, there is romance, adventure, and plenty of music.
After a car accident and being laid off from his job, a man finds himself homeless and desperate. In his darkest moments, he starts having conversations with God, which guide him towards redemption, faith, and a new purpose in life.
The Minus Man tells the story of a disturbed man who moves from town to town, leaving a trail of bodies in his wake. He uses different methods to kill his victims, such as poison or violence, and remains undetected by the authorities. As the body count rises, a postal clerk and a female police officer become suspicious and try to uncover the truth behind the string of murders.
The Invisibles follows the story of a homeless woman trying to rebuild her life. She faces challenges like finding shelter, seeking a job, and dealing with her dark past. With the help of a social worker and a group therapy program, she begins her journey towards social integration. The movie explores themes of poverty, broken families, and self-esteem through a mix of dark humor and heartfelt moments.
Rachel Watson, an alcoholic divorcee, rides the train every day and fantasizes about the seemingly perfect life of a couple she sees from the train. One day, she witnesses something shocking and becomes entangled in a missing person's investigation that turns out to be more complicated than she ever imagined.
During the Great Recession, joblessness exceeds 20 percent east of the Anacostia River in Washington, DC. City of Trees follows the intimate stories of Charles, Michael and James, three long-term unemployed residents struggling to gain employment through 'shovel ready' green projects. When stimulus dollars run out, short term idealism clashes with day-to-day survival in the struggle to find a sense of purpose and place in a recovering economy.
Kerry, the owner of a struggling boutique, is given the opportunity to be the costume designer for a holiday rom-com movie in her town. She rediscovers her love for design and falls for Brad, the movie's leading man.
Jasper Mall is a documentary film that showcases the decline of a shopping mall in Alabama. It explores the struggles of small businesses, employees, and customers as they face the challenges of a dying mall. The film captures the Americana essence of small-town shopping and the impact of the changing retail landscape.
Expert lineman Red takes Farm-boy Slim under his wing and teaches him the dangerous, migratory trade of putting up transmission lines. They both love their work, and the same girl, who hates their dangerous profession.
The Power of Kangwon Province is a drama/romance movie about a group of college friends who visit Kangwon Province for a vacation. The movie explores themes of love, friendship, infidelity, and the complexities of human relationships. It follows the intertwining stories of different characters, including a professor, a prostitute, a mother, and a son, as they navigate their way through the ups and downs of life. The beautiful mountain resort provides a backdrop for the characters' emotional journeys. The film captures the essence of Kangwon Province and its impact on the characters' lives.
Macky Galvez is a depressed young man contemplating why he had several failed relationships. Galvez meets Ces Bricenio, a modern-day woman who is afraid of commitment.
When a widower loses his job, he must become a full-time housekeeper and stay-at-home dad. He gains a new perspective as he gets to know his two kids better and struggles with the household chores, but faces losing it all when he gets a job offer in another city.