A lawyer takes on a negligent homicide case involving a priest who performed an exorcism on a young girl. The trial becomes a haunting battle between the supernatural and the legal system as they try to prove the existence of demonic possession.
Rosemary and Guy Woodhouse move into the Bramford, an old New York City apartment building, with unsettling neighbors and strange occurrences. Rosemary becomes pregnant, but her pregnancy takes a dark and twisted turn as she begins to suspect that her neighbors are part of a satanic cult and that her baby's conception may be part of a sinister plan.
The Poker House follows the story of a teenage girl who navigates her way through a life of poverty, abuse, and drug addiction, while trying to find a sense of belonging and freedom in a dysfunctional family.
Diary of a Country Priest follows a young priest who arrives in a small village in France and becomes plagued by a series of physical and spiritual trials. As he deals with his own doubts and struggles with illness, the priest tries to guide and help the troubled souls in his parish.
Nobody Knows is a Japanese drama film set in Tokyo, Japan. It tells the story of four siblings who are left to fend for themselves after their mother abandons them in their apartment. The film follows their struggles to survive and maintain a semblance of normalcy while facing neglect, malnutrition, and the challenges of being children on their own. Based on a true story, Nobody Knows explores themes of family, responsibility, and the resilience of the human spirit.
Castaway tells the story of a man named Chuck Noland, who becomes stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash. With only a few supplies and his own ingenuity, Chuck must learn to survive in this harsh environment. As time passes, he finds ways to adapt and make a life for himself on the island. However, his ultimate goal is to find a way back home and reunite with the woman he loves.
In Nazi-occupied France, a group of Jewish deportees are trapped in a concentration camp and face starvation. As the situation worsens, they plan a hunger strike and seek the help of the Vichy government to secure vaccinations for the children in the camp. The story follows their struggle for survival and their fight against the oppressive forces.
Flowers in the Attic follows the story of a family who is forced to live in an attic after the death of their father. As the children struggle to survive in their confinement, they face abuse, starvation, and a mysterious grandmother who harbors dark secrets.
Angela's Ashes follows the life of Frank McCourt as he grows up in Limerick, Ireland, during the Great Depression. Despite facing extreme poverty, dead-end jobs, and the constant rain, Frank's indomitable spirit and love for his family keep him going.
After discovering a mysterious website, a hacker unleashes a supernatural force that spreads through a network of computers, driving people to commit mass suicide.
Sophie, a Polish immigrant, must make a choice between her two children in order to save one of them from the horrors of the Holocaust. This heartbreaking decision haunts her for the rest of her life.
Chained tells the story of a young boy named Rabbit who is kidnapped by a serial killer and chained to a bed in his isolated house. Rabbit endures years of physical and psychological abuse, serving as a protégé to the killer. As he grows up, Rabbit faces challenges and attempts to escape his captor, leading to a shocking and ambiguous ending.
Cheyenne Autumn is a movie set in 1878 that tells the story of the Cheyenne tribe, who embark on a perilous journey in search of food and freedom. The movie explores the struggles faced by the Native Americans as they encounter various obstacles and hardships along the way. It sheds light on the themes of oppression, survival, and cultural identity.
Dodes'ka-den tells the story of various slum dwellers living in a garbage dump in Tokyo, Japan. They fight to survive in the harsh conditions and dream of a better life. The film explores themes of poverty, desperation, and the human spirit.
Barefoot Gen is a powerful film that depicts the tragic events that unfolded in Hiroshima after the atomic bomb was dropped during World War II. The story follows Gen, a young boy who witnesses the devastating effects of the bombing and struggles to survive amidst the chaos, starvation, and suffering that ensue. Through his journey, Gen learns the importance of resilience, hope, and the enduring human spirit.
A harrowing exploration of the atrocities committed in Nazi concentration camps during World War II, depicting the horrors faced by prisoners subjected to genocide, gas chambers, medical experiments, mass graves, and the cruel conditions of imprisonment.
Fires on the Plain is a gripping war drama set during World War II in the Philippines. The story follows a Japanese soldier named Tamura who struggles to survive in the harsh conditions of war. As the war continues, Tamura's physical and mental state deteriorate, leading him to witness and experience the brutal realities of war, including cannibalism and death. With each passing day, Tamura's will to survive is tested, forcing him to confront his own humanity.
Stations of the Cross follows a young girl named Maria who is deeply devoted to her Catholic faith. She grapples with the pressures and expectations of her religious community, particularly her mother who encourages her to sacrifice herself for the sake of others. As Maria faces challenges and encounters different individuals within her community, she begins to question her beliefs and the extreme lengths she is expected to go to in order to prove her devotion.
In order to support her family, a single mother in upstate New York resorts to smuggling undocumented immigrants across the frozen river that separates the United States and Canada. As tensions rise and risks increase, she is forced to confront the moral and legal consequences of her actions.
Mondays in the Sun is a drama-comedy film set in a coastal town in Spain, following a group of unemployed dockworkers who are struggling with economic hardship. The film explores their daily lives, frustrations, and attempts to find meaning and hope in their situation. Through their interactions and experiences, the movie delves into themes of friendship, survival, and the human spirit in the face of adversity.