Set in 19th century Italy, Senso tells the story of a countess who falls in love with an Austrian officer during the Austrian occupation of Venice. The countess is torn between her unrequited love and her loyalty to her country as she becomes involved in the underground resistance movement. Betrayal, political exile, and self-destructiveness ensue, leading to a tragic ending.
After moving to a suburban retirement community with her older husband, Pippa Lee finds herself reflecting on her past and questioning her identity. She navigates through feelings of guilt, explores a new friendship, and confronts the secrets that have shaped her life. As her present unravels, Pippa embarks on a journey of self-discovery and learns to embrace her true self.
Miss Marple investigates the murder of a colonel in a vicarage, uncovering secrets and false confessions along the way.
When a rich woman's husband dies unexpectedly, she becomes the prime suspect in his murder. As she tries to clear her name, she uncovers shocking secrets about her husband and finds herself in a dangerous game of deception and betrayal.
In Winter Sleep, a writer living in a rural area of Anatolia, Turkey, confronts the dysfunctional dynamics of his family and the tensions in his marriage. The film explores themes of pride, contempt, and boredom, highlighting the complexities of human relationships.
Human Desire tells the story of a man trapped in a loveless marriage who becomes obsessed with a married woman. As their relationship intensifies, it leads to murder and a web of deceit.
We Won't Grow Old Together is a drama movie released in 1972. It tells the story of a complicated and abusive relationship between an older husband and a younger wife. The husband's psychological abuse and aggressive behavior cause turmoil in their marriage, leading to estrangement and an extramarital affair. The film explores themes of marriage problems, virility, and the dynamics of a dysfunctional relationship.
Set in the year 1943 during World War Two, 'Hatred' tells the story of a small village torn apart by genocide and ethnic cleansing. The film portrays the brutality and horrors of war crimes, as well as the resilience and strength of the villagers. Based on a true story, it explores themes of nationalism, racism, and the human capacity for both atrocity and compassion.
Fanny, a young girl in a small port town in Marseille, France, falls in love with Marius, a sailor. Their love story is complicated by Fanny's unplanned pregnancy and Marius' desire to explore the world. Faced with societal pressures and the fear of scandal, Fanny must navigate her way through the challenges of being a young unwed mother and find a way to be with the man she loves.
Frank, a hobo, ends up in a garage-truck stop in the middle of nowhere. Nick Marino, its older, kind and naive owner, is married to Cora, a sexy and mercenary woman half his age. Frank, although not a fan of hard work, accepts Nick's offer to work for him. Of course, it is not for Nick's sake that the young man becomes his attendant, but for the love of Cora under whose spell he has fallen at once. It does not take long before Cora, who despises her husband, asks her lover to help her get rid of him. Frank is reluctant at first but ...
Anna Karenina, a wife of an aristocrat, falls in love with a count, leading to a devastating affair that shakes the foundations of her marriage and society around her. Set in 19th century Russia, the story explores themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of societal expectations.
A man finds himself caught in a web of deceit and danger after getting involved in a real estate scam. With his life on the line, he must navigate through a series of twists and turns to uncover the truth and save himself from harm.
Uncle Vanya is a drama set in rural Tsarist Russia, focusing on the relationships and tensions within a family and the unrequited love that exists amongst them. The story explores themes of melancholy, disappointment, and the bitter realities of middle age.
In 1930s Argentina, a young woman becomes a sex worker and falls into a dangerous world of obsession, murder, and deceit. As she navigates the dark underbelly of Buenos Aires, she discovers the power of tango and uses it as a weapon to confront her own demons.
Two members of the French Academy agree to help the attractive young veterinarian Esther investigate the suspicious death of her sister. Esther is convinced her brother-in-law is responsible, but soon it becomes apparent that those responsible are linked to the very highest echelons of power in the Vatican.
A film group is making movie in the little town. Writer Pentti Töysä interrupts film group's press conference and claims that script is written by him and it is based on true story. Töysä also says that he has written a new ending to the movie and that it reveals an old murder. Not everyone is happy about the new twist.
In a small town, a clock repairman embarks on a journey filled with intrigue and symbolism, unraveling a murder mystery and exploring themes of adultery, jealousy, and existentialism. Along the way, he encounters a blind musician, a seductive femme fatale, and witnesses a mysterious disappearance. As the clock hand moves, secrets are revealed, and the protagonist discovers the true meaning of time and love.
A middle-aged antique dealer and money lender recollects his marriage to a 17-year-old orphan girl.
A humble noodle-maker in a remote Chinese province, Ermo feels that she's being taken for granted by family and friends. She decides the best way to impress them is to bring home the biggest, most expensive television set she can find - no matter how many noodles she has to peddle.
A doctor becomes involved in an extramarital affair with his best friend's wife. When she is murdered, he finds himself on trial for the crime. The film explores themes of infidelity, betrayal, and the complexities of relationships.