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In 1970s Los Angeles, a mismatched pair of private eyes, Jackson Healy and Holland March, team up to investigate the mysterious death of a porn star and the disappearance of a young girl. As they dig deeper into the case, they uncover a conspiracy involving the porn industry and the Department of Justice.

Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans tells the story of a farmer who is lured into an affair by a city woman, leading to a murder plot and a love triangle. The farmer must confront his guilt and find redemption, ultimately reuniting with his wife.

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel follows a group of British retirees who decide to outsource their retirement to a hotel in India. The hotel, advertised as a luxurious sanctuary, turns out to be less than expected, but the retirees find themselves transformed by their experiences and the vibrant culture of India.

Rouge is a mesmerizing drama set in a 1930s Hong Kong brothel, where a ghostly romance unfolds between a young courtesan and a scholar from a bygone era. Their tragic love story is complicated by secrets, betrayal, and redemption.

Set during the Great Depression, a young orphan girl named Sonora Webster defies all odds to fulfill her dream of diving horses. With the help of Belgian horse Lightning, Sonora faces challenges, tragedies, and setbacks, but her determination and love for horses never waver.

During the Napoleonic War, the Marquise of O is saved from a rape attempt by a mysterious suitor. She discovers she is pregnant but has no memory of how it happened. As she navigates the challenges of society's expectations and her own feelings, she must decide whether to accept her suitor's proposal and raise the child or reject him and face the consequences. A captivating story of love, family, and personal choices.

The Great Northfield Minnesota Raid is a gripping western movie that takes place in 1876. It tells the story of the infamous Jesse James and his gang as they plan and execute a daring bank robbery in Northfield, while being pursued by Pinkerton detectives and facing various challenges along the way. The movie is filled with action, suspense, and a touch of vigilante justice.

Walk on the Wild Side is a melodrama set in the 1930s New Orleans, revolving around the life of a drifter who finds himself in a brothel. He becomes entangled in the lives of the women working there, experiencing love, jealousy, and tragedy.

Enchanted April is a movie about four dissatisfied women in 1920s England who impulsively rent a seaside castle in Italy and experience love, friendship, and self-discovery during their stay. As they immerse themselves in the beauty of the Italian countryside and the charm of the local people, they find solace and happiness in unexpected ways.

Next Stop Wonderland is a romantic comedy film about a woman named Erin who is unlucky in love. After her boyfriend breaks up with her, she decides to try a personal ad and meets various men, including a plumber, a marine biologist, and a writer-director. Along the way, she navigates through the ups and downs of dating, while also dealing with her dysfunctional mother-daughter relationship and the loss of her father. Set in Massachusetts, the film explores themes of love, relationships, and self-discovery.

Under the Sun is a drama/romance movie set in rural Sweden in the 1950s. It revolves around the lives of a farmer, his intergenerational friendship with the housekeeper, and their love triangle involving a farm hand. The movie explores themes of love, loss, illiteracy, and the challenges faced by uneducated individuals in a rural setting. Based on a novel, Under the Sun showcases the struggles and emotions of its characters as they navigate their lives on the farm, dealing with the loss of a mother and the complexities of relationships.

The Visitor tells the story of a lonely man in Rome who responds to a newspaper ad and embarks on a romantic adventure. Set in Italy, the film explores the themes of love, male-female relationships, and the longing for companionship. It showcases the journey of the protagonist as he meets different women and discovers the complexities of relationships.

In 'Parting Shots', a man decides to take revenge on the people who have wronged him. Along the way, he unexpectedly finds love. With a mix of comedy and crime, this film explores themes of justice, redemption, and the unexpected twists of life.

Elizabeth Is Missing follows the story of Maud, a woman with dementia who becomes obsessed with finding her missing friend, Elizabeth. As Maud's memory deteriorates, she navigates through multiple timelines and uncovers dark secrets. The film showcases the complexities of Maud's relationship with her daughter and the challenges faced by caregivers. It explores themes of friendship, loss, and the effects of dementia on the individual and their loved ones.

In 'Gumshoe,' Eddie Ginley is a bookshop owner by day and a struggling nightclub comedian by night. He becomes embroiled in a dangerous mystery when he answers a newspaper ad to become a private detective. As Eddie tries to solve the case, he finds himself facing off against a drug ring, British intelligence, and his own dark alter ego. Set in Northern England, this neo-noir comedy explores themes of colonialism, racism, and brotherly rivalry.

Cowboys & Angels is a comedy-drama film about a young Irishman named Shane who is struggling with his career and relationships. When a flamboyant fashion student named Vincent moves into his apartment, they form an unlikely friendship that helps Shane find his true path in life.

Two out of work men come up with a money-making promotion to find the most beautiful woman in the world and to set up a raffle where the winner wins a date with her.

Tropic of Cancer is a movie based on a true story, following the life of a writer in Paris during the 1930s. The film explores the writer's experiences in the bohemian life, his relationships, sexual initiation, and struggles with poverty and venereal disease.

In this Crime Does Not Pay series short, a young woman wants to save her baby, but is afraid of telling her parents and has no money to pay the hospital costs involved. She falls prey to a baby-for-sale racket with quack doctors performing their services.

In Double Dynamite, a bank teller is accused of embezzlement and goes on a wild adventure to clear his name. Along the way, he gets involved in a series of hilarious mishaps and encounters eccentric characters. With the help of a singer and a man in a bathtub, he unravels the mystery and exposes the real culprits.