At the United States Navy's fighter weapons school, Maverick learns valuable lessons from a civilian instructor while competing to be the best pilot. He faces challenges, including a rivalry with Iceman and the death of his friend Goose. Despite his struggles, Maverick eventually regains his confidence and becomes a hero.
In a New York City murder trial, a jury must carefully consider the evidence and confront their own biases before reaching a verdict. One juror's skepticism forces the others to reexamine the case, leading to a dramatic deliberation that reveals the flaws in the prosecution's case and the importance of reasonable doubt.
In True Crime, a female district attorney is given the task of investigating the case of a convicted murderer who is about to be executed. As she digs deeper, she unravels a web of corruption and injustice that puts her own life at risk. With the clock ticking, she must race against time to uncover the truth and save an innocent man from his fate.
NewsRadio is a workplace sitcom that takes place at a New York City radio station. The show follows the daily lives and antics of the station's staff, including their relationships, office dynamics, and the challenges they face in the world of broadcasting. The series blends clever humor with workplace comedy and introduces viewers to a cast of quirky characters.
In 'Firefox', a Vietnam War veteran suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder is chosen by the CIA to steal an advanced Soviet fighter jet equipped with mind-control technology. As he infiltrates the Soviet Union, he faces various challenges, including sabotage and a manhunt. With the fate of the world at stake, he must make a self-sacrificing decision to complete his mission.
A group of male friends become obsessed with five mysterious sisters who are sheltered by their strict, religious parents in suburban Detroit in the mid 1970s. The story takes place in affluent Grosse Pointe, Michigan, in 1974, as four neighborhood boys reflect on their neighbors, the five Lisbon sisters. The film begins with the suicide attempt of the youngest sister, Cecilia, as she slits her wrist in a bath. The family therapist Dr. Horniker suggests that Cecilia may have a problem with feeling neglected and advises her parents to pay more attention to her and their other children. After Cecilia's death, the Lisbon parents become even more overprotective, isolating their daughters from the community. Lux, one of the sisters, forms a secret relationship with the school heartthrob Trip Fontaine, but he abandons her after having sex. The sisters are then punished and confined to their house. Lux continues to have anonymous sexual encounters on the roof of the house. The boys across the street, who are obsessed with the sisters, eventually discover that all the sisters have killed themselves in a suicide pact. Devastated, their parents flee the neighborhood, and the community acts as if the Lisbon family never existed. The boys are left haunted by the mystery of the Lisbon sisters' suicides and will spend the rest of their lives trying to unravel it.
In New York City's Little Italy, a small-time hood named Charlie works for his uncle in the mob. He is torn between his desire for power, his love for his epileptic lover, and his loyalty to his troublesome friend, Johnny Boy. As they navigate the mean streets of New York City, Charlie struggles to reconcile opposing values and escape a bitter future.
When a book editor boards the Silver Streak train, he becomes involved in a series of events that includes murder, theft, and false accusations. With the help of a mysterious woman, he must navigate through dangerous situations to clear his name and bring the culprits to justice.
Space Truckers is a movie set in the future where brave truckers transport cargo through space. During a routine mission, they find themselves caught in a dangerous situation involving stolen cargo, space police, killer robots, and a potential massacre. As they navigate through various challenges and confrontations, they must use their skills and wit to survive and complete their mission.
A jury deliberates the guilt or innocence of a young man accused of murder, revealing personal biases and prejudices along the way.
Dante Hicks is forced to work at a convenience store on his day off, where he deals with clueless customers, has conversations with his slacker friend Randal, and reconciles with his girlfriend Veronica. Along the way, he learns about his ex-girlfriend's infidelity, attends a disastrous funeral, and faces charges for selling cigarettes to a minor. Through it all, he realizes his love for Veronica and makes changes in his life.
Erika Kohut, a piano teacher at a prestigious conservatory, becomes obsessed with one of her students and engages in a dangerous and destructive relationship.
Lily Powers, a young woman from a small town, uses her beauty and charm to manipulate men in order to climb the social ladder. Starting as a secretary, Lily seduces her way to the top, becoming a mistress and using her newfound power to exact revenge on those who wronged her.
An overworked and overstressed father takes his family on a chaotic road trip in an RV, learning important lessons about family and work-life balance along the way.
The Lost Weekend is a film noir about a struggling writer with a drinking problem who spirals into desperation and delirium over the course of a long weekend. He battles his addiction, experiences hallucinations and nightmares, and faces the consequences of his actions.
While protecting an Amish boy - who is the sole witness to a brutal murder - and his mother, a detective is forced to seek refuge within their community when his own life is threatened. Detective John Book investigates the murder and uncovers corruption within the police force. He must protect the witnesses from the corrupt police officers and finds himself falling in love with the boy's mother, Rachel. As Book recovers in the Amish community, he forms a bond with the people and faces danger when the corrupt officers come after them.
El Mariachi is a dark comedy about a guitarist mistaken for a criminal. He embarks on a chase to clear his name and seek revenge.
Akeelah Anderson is a precocious 11-year-old girl from south Los Angeles with a gift for words. Despite the objections of her mother Tanya, Akeelah enters various spelling contests, for which she is tutored by the forthright Dr. Larabee, her principal Mr. Welch, and the proud residents of her neighborhood. Akeelah's aptitude earns her an opportunity to compete for a spot in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and in turn unites her neighborhood who witness the courage and inspiration of one amazing little girl.
After the death of her mother, an aspiring ballerina moves to the inner city and faces racial tension, teen angst, and an interracial relationship while pursuing her dream.
The Emperor's Club is a drama film about a dedicated teacher named William Hundert who teaches his students the importance of living with integrity and values. The story is set in a prestigious private school, where Hundert encounters a challenging student named Sedgewick Bell. As Hundert tries to shape Sedgewick's character, he is faced with ethical dilemmas and the temptation to compromise his principles. The film explores themes of ethics, teacher-student relationships, and the pursuit of virtue.