Borgia is a TV show that explores the rise and fall of the powerful Borgia family during the Renaissance. The series delves into their political intrigue, ambition, and sibling rivalry as they navigate the complex world of the Catholic Church and European history. It follows their journey to power, the tragedies they face, and the vendettas they seek to settle.
The Tale of Despereaux follows the story of a courageous mouse who embarks on a quest to rescue a princess, forming an unlikely friendship along the way. Filled with adventure, comedy, and fantasy, this animated film explores themes of forgiveness, chivalry, and the power of friendship.
Follow Evan, a bridge troll in search of adventure, and Brendar, a fierce female warrior on a quest to defeat the evil demon who has imprisoned her brother.
In this animated comedy, Daffy Duck takes on the role of Robin Hood in a humorous parody of the classic tale. With his loyal sidekick, Porky Pig as Friar Tuck, Daffy embarks on a series of comical adventures as he tries to outsmart the evil sheriff and redistribute the wealth. Filled with laughter and surrealism, this cartoon is a must-watch for fans of classic animation.
When a prince becomes the target of assassins, he turns to a con man and a skilled fighter for protection. Together, they must navigate the dangerous world of deception and martial arts to ensure the prince's safety.
The Sign of the Cross tells the story of the persecution of Christians in ancient Rome. It follows a Roman official who falls in love with a Christian woman and betrays his friend to Emperor Nero. The movie showcases the spectacles and debauchery of Rome, including a scene in which Christians are fed to lions in the arena.
Kaos is an anthology of five stories set in Sicily, each focusing on different characters and themes. The stories include tales of love, betrayal, comedy, and drama, all intertwined with the unique Sicilian culture and landscape. From a feud between two families to a newlywed couple experiencing marital difficulties, Kaos offers a glimpse into the lives of the people living in this beautiful and complex island.
In the year 1936, a man unjustly convicted finds solace in music and love as he navigates his way through a world of false accusations and reformation. With the help of a lute player and a Venetian gondolier, he fights to prove his innocence and find redemption.
Desistfilm is a 1954 short film that delves into the surreal world of a teenager's sexual awakening and the existentialist themes of boredom. Through the exploration of dance, staring, and intimate moments, the film takes viewers on a journey through the mind of the protagonist.
When a couple house-sits for a wealthy family, they discover a secret room filled with artifacts. As they uncover more about the family and their secrets, they become entangled in a mystery involving a ransom demand, sibling rivalry, and a kidnapping.
In Happy Go Lovely, a girl in Edinburgh, Scotland is struggling to pay her rent and finds herself caught up in a music revue. Along the way, she falls in love with the show's director and must navigate the challenges of the entertainment industry.
When teacher Simon arrives in a small, secluded village to take over the local school, he is surprised to discover that his predecessor has disappeared without a trace - and that nobody seems too concerned about it. As Simon probes deeper into the disappearance, the inhabitants of a forbidding estate called "Summerfield" take on more and more significance.
Hot Blood is a dramatic movie set in a gypsy community, revolving around the love story of a man and a woman from different backgrounds. It explores themes of love, tradition, and conflicting values within the community. The story delves into the challenges they face as they navigate their cultural differences and societal expectations.
The hero of this popular fairy tale is a young prince who, after the death of his parents, goes out into the world. During his travels he meets a magical talking horse and falls in love with the beautiful princess Slavna. On the advice of his horse, he binds one eye and pretends to be dumb and enters into service as the castle gardener.
As far as can be determined, Goha was Tunisia's first entry in the Cannes Film Festival. Omar Sharif stars as a naïve young man who is taken for granted by friends and family. Little do they know that he has more intelligence, tenacity and imagination than all of them put together. The story takes an unexpectedly dramatic turn when the man falls in love with the young wife of his village's elderly "wise man". Based on an ancient Tunisian folk tale, Goha boasts impressive production values and sure-handed direction (by Jacques Baratier).
About friendship, betrayal and hidden resentments that have befallen the protagonists during their stay in the royal army. For instance, one employee, Ivan, was bestowed a very high reward for bravery. But not everyone had it to their liking. Soon Petro, his sworn brother, took all the money from Ivan having contributed to Ivan’s falling into the precipice. Petro has now become rich, but this is only the beginning of his story. Based on Gogol's short story "Terrible Vengeance".
Holbein: Eye of the Tudors is a documentary that explores the life and work of German painter Hans Holbein. It focuses on his role as an artist during the Tudor period, capturing the faces of influential figures such as Thomas More, Anne Boleyn, and King Henry VIII. The film delves into the symbolism and perspective used in his paintings, highlighting his use of human skulls as a symbol of mortality and his contributions to the Protestant Reformation.
A piece of news, delivered by two officers in a police car, changes the lives of a family forever. As the journey to track down the next of kin progresses, the vehicle becomes more and more crowded with family members, picked up from home, work, the hairdressers. As they sit in the backseat, alone with their thoughts, what they thought they knew about life, about relationships, has been violently altered.