My Brilliant Friend is a TV show that tells the story of the friendship between two girls in love in the impoverished neighborhoods of Naples. Set in the 1950s and 1960s, the show explores themes of violence, coming of age, and the struggles of teenage girls in love. It also highlights the vibrant atmosphere of Naples, with its shoe shops, seaside, and firework-filled weddings.
Inspired on the true story of Manolo Vital, a bus driver who helped create the modern Barcelona during the 1970s city's boom.
Get Rich or Die Tryin' follows the story of Marcus, a young African American man who becomes a successful rapper after growing up in a dangerous neighborhood plagued by drugs and violence. Facing various challenges including the loss of loved ones, Marcus navigates the ruthless world of the drug trade and gangland crime while striving to build a better future for himself and his community.
Tales of the Grim Sleeper is a true crime documentary that explores the hunt for a serial killer in Los Angeles. The film delves into the investigation and the impact on the community, focusing on the troubled history of the area and the challenges faced by law enforcement. It sheds light on the lives of the victims, the efforts of the police to solve the case, and the shocking revelations that come to light. Through interviews and footage, the documentary explores the complexities of the case and raises important questions about the criminal justice system.
Driving safety film sponsored as a public service by oil companies. Of five drivers who leave home in the morning, only four return, and we wait to learn who the victim is. The film gives considerable discussion to careless driving habits and depicts Angelenos from different walks of life as well as their homes, neighborhoods, streets, and freeways.
Soldiers is a drama film that tells the story of a soldier who falls in love with a man from a poor neighborhood in Bucharest, Romania. As they navigate their relationship, they also confront issues of social class, poverty, and homophobia. The film explores themes of love, social status, and the complexities of relationships in a diverse and complicated society.
In Istanbul, two girls from different backgrounds, Peri and Shirin, form an unexpected friendship as they navigate the complexities of their personal lives and the contrasting worlds they come from. Peri, a rebellious tomboy with divorced parents, finds solace in her relationships and experiences falling in love with a woman. Shirin, on the other hand, is a college student from a conservative Turkish family, trying to break free from the expectations placed upon her. The movie explores themes of love, family, class differences, and the challenges of being true to oneself in a patriarchal society.
In the poor neighborhood, a group of street performers tries to make a living while dealing with a sleazy boss. Their friendship and determination are tested when they face the need to make sacrifices for the sake of their dreams.
In crime ridden New York of the seventies two cops has had enough. They decide to take justice into their own hands. Things turn exciting and humorous. No hoodlum goes safe.
Virginia and Nacho, is a poor marriage, living precariously on their meager salaries, insufficient to support his child nine years of age. Until fortune smiles and Nacho wins a late model car. But sometimes it's better that luck will smile.
A humble tramp is turned, for a couple of days, into the richest and most famous man in México.
Slice-of-life melodrama in a Mexico City slum.
Shmuck makes a superhero costume, rides his bike to crime scenes. He gets involved with something big involving US capitalists taking over local Mexican businesses.
Romanticized version of Javier Solis' biography, from working-class roots to boxer to musician.
Rom is a crime drama set in a slum, following the story of a gangster who is trying to find his parents. The film explores themes of poverty, street life, and the struggle for survival. It delves into the dark underbelly of society, depicting scenes of burning houses, gambling, and even suicide. The protagonist finds himself arrested by the police and must navigate through a dangerous world filled with hitchhiking, jumping through windows, and stealing money. As tensions rise, the film takes viewers on a thrilling journey with twists and turns, all set against the backdrop of an old apartment building. Ultimately, Rom is a raw and intense exploration of the human condition.
Working-class boy, pampered rich girl. She thinks their love is strong enough to overcome all the class issues; he knows better, but he decides to give it a whirl anyway. It ends badly for everyone.
Against the backdrop of social prejudice, a torrid affair between a rich heiress and a proud worker starts to bloom, against all odds. Are the star-crossed lovers meant to be together? Is there a future when you're naked in the street?
Against the backdrop of a romantic Athenian Easter at a small neighbourhood in turn-of-the-century Athens, a sensitive young woman has eyes only for a handsome intellectual. Can the almond tree's sweet pale petals inspire a great romance?