This is the extraordinary true story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to successfully swim the English Channel. Through the steadfast support of her older sister and supportive trainers, she overcame adversity and the animosity of a patriarchal society to rise through the ranks of the Olympic swimming team and complete the 21-mile trek from France to England.
The Royal Exchange is a movie set in the 18th-century royal court of France, specifically focusing on the political alliances, scandals, and intrigues surrounding the characters. The story follows the life of the king, his heir, and the various individuals in the palace. It explores themes of power, monarchy, love, and betrayal. Based on historical events, the movie showcases the lavish lifestyle, the court etiquette, and the complex relationships between the characters.
Beyond Borders follows the story of Sarah Jordan, an American socialite who becomes involved in humanitarian work after meeting a doctor working in war-torn regions. As she travels to dangerous locations around the world, she not only finds love but also discovers her true purpose in life.
Three aspiring models in New York City team up to find wealthy husbands, but they end up finding love instead.
In 'Ghosts on the Loose,' a quartet of friends find themselves in a hilarious quandary when they accidentally end up in the wrong house on their wedding day. Mass confusion and a series of comedic events ensue as they try to resolve the situation. The film takes place in New York City and showcases the misadventures of the group as they navigate through various challenges and obstacles.
In a small mining town, a doctor fights against incompetence and corruption as he tries to improve the healthcare system. Along the way, he faces challenges such as contaminated drinking water, economic distress, and the lack of proper medical facilities. With determination and perseverance, he strives to bring positive change to the town.
Mozart's Sister (2010) is a biography drama film about Nannerl Mozart, the sister of famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The movie explores Nannerl's life as a talented musician and her struggles in a male-dominated society. It depicts her journey of artistic ambition and the sacrifices she had to make.
Fraternity brothers enter one of their own into a scholarship lottery after a women's college insults them. Though the Zeta boys are celebrated for their comedy drag revue, staying undercover as a woman at an all-girls' school wasn't part of the rehearsal!
International House is a comedy film set in an international hotel where an inventor showcases his latest invention. However, chaos ensues with misunderstandings, mistaken identities, and hilarious misadventures involving a gold digger, a businessman, a health inspector, and various other colorful characters. The film is filled with musical numbers and slapstick humor, making it a delightful comedy from the pre-Code era of Hollywood.
Polka-Dot Puss is a classic Tom and Jerry cartoon where Tom tries to avoid a thunderstorm by painting himself into a polka-dot pattern, but things go awry when Jerry gets involved.
Soap-opera about a social-climbing Jewish man and his old-world parents who are heartbroken by his rejection of them. Young Morris Goldfish follows his immigrant father into business. His ruthless business practices cause him to become a big success, and he moves the family to Park Avenue. They go, but were happier back on the East Side. Morris is ashamed of this parents and his humble origins, but learns in the end that there is more to life than money.
Set in the backdrop of the Russian Revolution, Zoya tells the story of a countess who finds herself caught in a web of political intrigue, murder, and forbidden love. As the world around her crumbles, Zoya must navigate the dangerous paths of revolution and fight for love and survival.
Englishwoman Grace Allingham marries Frenchman Charles Edouard de Valhubert, but their marriage quickly becomes unusual. Because Charles cheats on her and lives away from his family out of professional obligation to his government, Grace ends up raising the couple's son, Sigismond, on her own. Grace and Charles are finally reunited after nearly a decade apart, and, while they seem headed for a permanent split, there's still a spark between them.
Major Benson, an outspoken Army officer, is sent to a Catholic boarding school where he clashes with the strict rules and transforms the lives of the students through football and discipline. Along the way, he falls for a Catholic nun and faces various challenges.
In Boy Meets Girl, a man poses as a wealthy eccentric to woo a woman he loves. As hilarious events unfold, their love is tested by misunderstandings, misadventures, and a final showdown. With a cast of quirky characters and witty dialogues, this classic romantic comedy is a delightful and heartwarming tale of love.
When Tom goes to stay with his aunt and uncle for the summer, he discovers a magical garden that can only be accessed at midnight through a grandfather clock. He befriends a young girl named Hatty who lived in the past and together they embark on magical adventures.
During World War II, a group of women living in a boarding house in Washington DC deal with romantic rivalries, marriage proposals, and the challenges of the homefront.
The first of four films in the "Five Little Peppers" series, based on Margaret Sinclair's popular book, about a widowed mother and her five children. In this one the family inherits co-ownership in a copper mine.
In 19th century Dresden, a talented composer finds himself torn between his love for two women—a passionate dancer and a devoted aristocrat. As he navigates the complexities of his romantic entanglements, he must also face the expectations and limitations imposed by his position in society. With beautiful classical music serving as the backdrop, this film explores themes of love, ambition, and the sacrifices one must make for their art.
A jealous husband endeavors to reach his wife who is quarantined in an apartment with her former spouse.