Creepshow is an anthology film consisting of five short horror stories. The stories include a murdered husband seeking revenge from beyond the grave, a crate carrying a deadly creature, a meteorite turning a scientist into a monster, a murdered wife seeking revenge on her husband, and a vengeful father terrorizing his daughter's killer.
A tormented doctor uses a ventriloquist's dummy named Pin to cope with his traumatic past, but his obsession leads to murder and delusion.
Pollock is a biographical drama about the life of Jackson Pollock, an American painter who gained success and recognition for his unique artistic creations. The movie portrays Pollock's struggles with alcoholism and relationship problems, as well as his passion for painting. It explores his rise to fame, his artistic techniques, and the impact of his work on the art world. Set in New York City in the 1940s and 1950s, the film delves into Pollock's personal demons and his ultimate tragic death.
Minnie Moore, a quirky museum curator, and Seymour Moskowitz, a parking lot attendant, navigate the ups and downs of love in Los Angeles, California. Their chance meeting leads to a unique and unpredictable relationship filled with comedy, drama, and romance. As their bond grows, they discover the complexities of loneliness, intergenerational friendship, and the challenges of falling in love.
In a futuristic Australia ruled by crime and unemployment, a young couple is trapped in a drive-in theater turned concentration camp. As tensions rise, they must navigate a dangerous world of racism, rebellion, and survival.
The Plumber is a psychological thriller set in Adelaide, Australia. It follows the story of a plumber who becomes the target of intimidation and paranoia after he is wrongly accused of inappropriate behavior towards a married woman. As his life unravels, he must navigate through a series of escalating events to clear his name and regain control.
Krush Groove is a comedic and dramatic film that tells the story of the emergence and success of hip-hop music in the 1980s. The plot revolves around various characters in the music industry, their relationships, and the challenges they face. It explores the struggles, triumphs, and cultural significance of hip-hop during that time.
When a young Australian man discovers his love for windsurfing, he embarks on a journey that leads him to love and adventure. Along the way, he encounters colorful characters and confronts personal challenges, all while chasing his dreams.
In 1980s Los Angeles, three friends navigate the ups and downs of love, friendship, and mistaken identity. With a series of comedic and dramatic events, they find themselves pretending to be someone else, lighting candles, clubbing, and discovering the true meaning of relationships.
A young girl who aspires to a singing career gets herself and her best friend a job as valet parking girls at a Malibu party in order to meet people who can help them achieve their dreams.
Kiss or Kill (1997) is a thrilling crime drama about a couple who become lovers-on-the-lam after accidentally killing a man. They embark on a cross-country trip, staying one step ahead of the police, while also discovering a dark secret at a nuclear test site.
Beyond the Stars is a drama sci-fi movie that revolves around an astronaut who carries a secret tragedy. The plot follows the astronaut's journey as he deals with his mother-son relationship, alcoholism, and a promise made in the past. Along the way, he encounters various events such as a storm, rain, and a parking-a-car incident. The movie also touches upon themes of handicapped man, palm reading, and the significance of a whale. As the story unfolds, the astronaut's journey leads him to a greenhouse, a restaurant, and numerous encounters with his father. The suspense builds as he discovers a framed photograph and a spacesuit, eventually leading him to moon-crater and a telephone-call-in-bed scene. Through the use of a telescope, refrigerator, and map, the astronaut unravels the secrets of his past and comes face to face with black-man and black-woman characters. The movie also showcases the beauty of flowers and the complexity of arguments, culminating in a captivating moon walk scene. Drinking beer, space suits, and awakening moments add to the overall space sci-fi atmosphere. As the astronaut looks at himself in the mirror, he realizes the true extent of his journey and the vastness of outer space. The movie also features a model rocket and a powerful portrayal of a black American character looking at oneself in a mirror.
In the midst of World War II, two brothers find themselves on opposite sides of a war crime. As they navigate the complexities of loyalty and justice, they are forced to confront their own demons. Through the lens of a prisoner of war camp, this film explores themes of guilt, forgiveness, and the consequences of war.
Outrageous! (1977) follows a female impersonator named Robin Turner who befriends a schizophrenic hairdresser named Liza Conners. The two form a close bond as they navigate the challenges of living in Toronto, Canada, and pursuing their dreams in the world of drag. The film explores themes of identity, friendship, and the struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community. The story takes a tragic turn when a former psychiatric patient Robin encountered in the hospital reappears in his life, leading to a dramatic and emotional climax.
An fifty-year-old mild-mannered gardener becomes a lovable legend in his town for his talent to romantically please every woman that fancies him.
A computer genius is confined to a penthouse after a car accident, with only a nurse to look after him. But the advanced computer systems designed to make his life easier appear to be taking control.
The early 1960s: In preparation for his Bar Mitzvah, a Jewish boy, Max Glick (Noam Zylberman) from a small Manitoba community with an overbearing family tries to navigate his coming-of-age with his family's condescension and bigotry using his sarcastic, Jewish humour. The town's rabbi dies, and a sub-plot develops in which Max's father (Aaron Schwartz) and grandfather (Jan Rubes)-both synagogue leaders-are saddled with a traditional Hassidic rabbi who sticks out like a sore thumb among the otherwise assimilated Jewish community. To make matters more difficult, Max likes a Catholic girl (14 year old Fairuza Baulk in just her third film), whom he later competes with in a piano competition. The quirky, fun-loving rabbi tries to help him with his problems, yet harbours a secret ambition of his own. Filmed in Winnipeg and rural Beausejour, Manitoba, Canada.
A bright young teenager from a broken home uses his quick wits and glib tongue to get out of trouble - but they also get him into it.
A blind employee at a New England lodge is in danger when a gang of killers arrives to stay at the lodge.
After the owner of a failing drive-in restaurant sells his establishment, two waitresses and a French chef try to turn it around.