In Parallel Mothers (2021), two women discover that their newborn babies were switched at birth, leading to a series of emotional and legal battles as they navigate the challenges of motherhood. Set against the backdrop of post-Spanish Civil War Spain, the film explores themes of identity, family, and the power of female relationships.
In 1593 London, struggling playwright William Shakespeare meets and falls in love with Viola, a wealthy merchant's daughter who desires to act. They start a secret affair that inspires Shakespeare to write Romeo and Juliet. However, their romance is doomed as Shakespeare is married and Viola is betrothed to another man. Despite obstacles, their passionate portrayal of two lovers in the play inspires the audience. In the end, they part ways but Shakespeare is inspired to write Twelfth Night, imagining his love washed ashore in a strange land.
Drive My Car is a drama movie set in Tokyo, Japan. It follows the story of a widower who hires a chauffeur to drive him around. During their road trip, they form an unexpected bond and confront their past traumas.
Venus in Fur is a drama film based on the play by David Ives. The story revolves around a playwright-director who is searching for an actress to play the lead role in his adaptation of Leopold von Sacher-Masoch's novel Venus in Furs. As he auditions actresses, he becomes intrigued by a mysterious and seductive woman who seems to embody the character perfectly. The audition quickly turns into a power game of seduction and dominance, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy.
Wonderstruck is a story that follows two deaf children, Rose and Ben, who both live in New York City but in different time periods. Rose, in 1927, escapes from her strict father and heads to Manhattan to find her mother. Ben, in 1977, loses his hearing in a freak accident and sets off on a quest to find his long-lost father. As their stories unfold, the two characters discover that they are connected in unexpected ways.
Set in 1942, during the German occupation of France, The Last Metro follows the story of a theater owner and his theater group as they try to continue their work under the watchful eyes of Nazi soldiers. The owner's wife, who is Jewish, has gone into hiding and he tries his best to keep the theater running and protect his wife. The group faces numerous challenges, including curfews, surprise inspections, and the constant threat of being discovered by the Gestapo. As tensions rise, personal and professional relationships are tested, leading to a dramatic climax on opening night.
When the newly elected Pope suffers a panic attack just before his first public appearance, a psychoanalyst is brought in to help him overcome his fears and doubts.
Another Me is a psychological thriller about a teenage girl named Fay who starts noticing a mysterious doppelgänger following her. As she tries to uncover the truth, Fay becomes entangled in a web of secrets, lies, and paranoia. With her relationship with friends and family crumbling, Fay's reality begins to twist, leading her down a dangerous path. Will she be able to uncover the truth before it's too late?
In this second film of the series, a male witch finds himself in a race against time as he tries to prevent the satan's offspring from using a powerful grimoire to bring about the Armageddon. With the help of a druid and a group of unlikely allies, he must navigate a world of black magic, torture, and dark rituals to save humanity.
Stage Fright (1987) is a horror thriller about a theater group whose production of a play within a film is disrupted by a masked psychopath who starts killing the cast members. As panic sets in and the body count rises, the sole survivor must uncover the identity of the killer before it's too late. With elements of suspense, murder, and a thrilling climax, Stage Fright keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
A famous actress falls in love but her sister tries to sabotage the relationship. They must navigate a series of comedic misunderstandings and deceptions to find their happy ending.
Noises Off... is a hilarious comedy about a theater troupe attempting to rehearse and perform a play. As they struggle with forgotten lines, backstage romances, and personal conflicts, chaos ensues and the performance becomes an absolute disaster.
Opening Night follows a troubled theater actress as she becomes increasingly unhinged during a play rehearsal. The story explores themes of artistic creation, obsession, and spirituality. The actress's journey is marked by encounters with an obsessed fan, a spiritualist, and a man who confesses his love to her. As the rehearsal progresses, the woman's mental state deteriorates, leading to a climax involving a bloody nose, a ouija board, and a violent confrontation backstage. Set in the world of theater, the film showcases the intense emotions and complex dynamics that can arise in the pursuit of artistic excellence.
When Miss Marple joins a theater troupe in a small town, she finds herself investigating a murder during a play rehearsal. With numerous suspects and a chilling strangulation, Miss Marple uses her keen detective skills to uncover the truth.
Another Woman is about a middle-aged woman who overhears a conversation and begins to reflect on her life, her relationships, and her regrets. As she listens in secret, she becomes increasingly aware of the choices she has made and the impact they have had on her happiness. Through her internal monologue, the audience is given a glimpse into her inner thoughts and feelings, as well as her struggles with writing and depression. The film explores themes of philosophy, family relationships, and the search for meaning.
Finally, Sunday! is a neo-Hitchcock comedy mystery movie set in Marseille, France. The plot revolves around a detective who gets embroiled in a web of false accusations, unfaithful wives, hidden rooms, and murder. With elements of screwball comedy and crime drama, the movie takes the audience on a thrilling ride of whodunit mystery and romantic suspense.
In Monster Pies, a teenage boy in 1990s Australia finds himself developing feelings for his new male classmate. As the two rehearse for a school play, their relationship becomes more complicated, forcing the protagonist to confront his own sexuality and navigate the challenges of coming of age as a gay teenager.
Lilies is a tragic love story set in 19th century France. The movie follows the story of a bishop visiting a prison and encountering his past as a young man. The plot revolves around the bishop's boyhood friend who was unjustly incarcerated and their forbidden love. The movie explores themes of homosexuality, religion, and love. As the story unfolds, secrets are revealed and the characters are forced to confront their past.
The Devil's Mistress is a gripping movie that takes place in Czechoslovakia during the tumultuous time of World War II. The film tells the story of an American actress who finds herself working abroad, caught in a web of love, betrayal, and political intrigue. As she navigates her relationship with an adulterous husband and a charming minister, she becomes entangled in a dangerous game of playing both sides. The Devil's Mistress explores themes of selfishness, deception, and the consequences of one's actions. Will the protagonist find redemption or find herself lost in the chaos of war?
That Most Important Thing: Love tells the story of a photographer who falls in love with a struggling actress. They become entangled in a relationship full of obsession, deceit, and violence. As their love affair unfolds, they find themselves facing the consequences of their choices.