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In 'The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement,' Mia Thermopolis must navigate the challenges of becoming a princess-in-training while also dealing with the expectations of an arranged marriage. As she learns about her royal duties and struggles to find her own voice, Mia must decide if she will follow tradition or follow her heart.

When Catherine of Aragon fails to produce a male heir to the English throne, the Duke of Norfolk and his brother-in-law Thomas Boleyn scheme to install the latter's elder daughter Anne in the court of Henry VIII as the king's mistress and potential mother of his son, furthering their own political ambitions. Their plan backfires when Henry, injured in a hunting accident indirectly precipitated by Anne, is nursed by her sister Mary and becomes smitten with her. With great reluctance, the recently married Mary and her husband William Carey agree to accept positions in the court, knowing full well what will be expected of her. Separated from her spouse, who is sent away on an assignment by the king, Mary finds herself falling in love with Henry. Rebellious Anne secretly marries betrothed nobleman Henry Percy and confides in her brother George, who tells Mary about the elopement. Concerned that Anne will ruin her reputation by marrying a nobleman without the King's consent, she alerts her father and uncle of the union. They confront Anne, who argues that the marriage has been consummated and what is done before God cannot be undone, and she is exiled to France in disgrace. The Boleyn family's fortunes seem to be secured when Mary becomes pregnant. When she nearly suffers a miscarriage, she is confined to bed for the remainder of her pregnancy, and Norfolk recalls Anne to England to keep Henry's attention from wandering to another rival, particularly Jane Seymour. Anne successfully embarks on a campaign to seduce Henry, revealing herself to be more sophisticated and accomplished than she was prior to her exile. By withholding her sexual favors, she ensures the king's continued interest, finally making him promise never to bed his wife or speak to her sister in exchange for her giving him hope of eventually possessing her. Anne exacts this promise just after Mary gives birth to the much-anticipated son, making Mary's triumph hollow. The ambitious Anne encourages Henry to break from the Roman Catholic Church when Pope Clement VII refuses to annul his marriage to Catherine. Henry succumbs to Anne's demands, declares himself the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, and divorces his wife. The scandal of Anne's brief, secret marriage to Henry Percy threatens her forthcoming marriage to the king until Mary, out of loyalty to her family, returns to court and lies on Anne's behalf, assuring Henry her union with Percy never was consummated. Anne weds Henry and becomes Queen of England. The sisters reach a reconciliation and Mary stays by Anne's side at court. Despite the birth of a healthy daughter, Elizabeth, Henry is unhappy with Anne's failure to deliver a son and legitimate male heir to the throne. After she miscarries their second child, a now desperate Anne asks her brother George to try to impregnate her. Although he ultimately refuses to grant her request, his neglected wife Jane witnesses enough of their encounter to become suspicious. Her testimony leads to the arrest, trial, and execution of both George and Anne. Mary returns to court to plead for her sister's life, but Henry refuses to intercede. He warns Mary never to come to court again, because her family's disgrace could result in danger to her as well. Mary fulfills her last promise to Anne and takes care of her infant daughter. The closing captions reveal that perhaps the king should not have been concerned about his failure to produce a legitimate male heir because, ironically, his daughter Elizabeth served her country well for forty-five years.

In the 12th century, a knight named Ivanhoe returns to England from the Crusades and becomes involved in a struggle between Prince John and his brother Richard the Lionheart. Along the way, Ivanhoe must rescue his love, Lady Rowena, from the clutches of the evil Templar knights.

Coco Before Chanel is a biography drama film set in the 1920s that follows the life of Coco Chanel before she rose to fame. The movie explores her humble beginnings, her struggles against social norms, and her determination to succeed in the fashion industry. It delves into her relationships, adventures, and obstacles, showcasing her journey towards becoming an iconic fashion icon. Based on a true story, Coco Before Chanel is a captivating period drama filled with romance, ambition, and the pursuit of dreams.

In the early 1900s in England, young Christina is orphaned and goes to live with her Uncle Russell, who owns the country estate of Flambards, and has two sons. Mark, the elder, is a wastrel, a roue and, like his father, loves to hunt. The younger son, William, lives to fly aeroplanes. Christina finds herself struggling with the ideas of classism as she falls in love with country life, the hunt, and one of her cousins. But after their impulsive marriage, when her husband is called away by the First World War, Christina must keep Flambards afloat by herself.

When Miss Marple's friend is accused of murdering a wealthy man, she sets out to prove their innocence through her detective skills. As she investigates, she unravels a web of deception, disguises, and unexpected twists.

Lost in a hostile forest, the Marquis d'Urfé, a noble emissary of the King of France, finds refuge in the home of a strange family.

Born free in the American West, Black Beauty is a horse rounded up and brought to Birtwick Stables, where she meets spirited teenager Jo Green. The two forge a bond that carries Beauty through the different chapters, challenges and adventures.

An Angel for Satan is a gothic horror movie set in 19th century Italy. The story revolves around a village cursed with misfortune and a series of mysterious events that follow. The protagonist discovers a secret passageway in an old house and encounters supernatural powers, including a succubus and bodily possession. The movie combines elements of giallo and psychotronic film genres, with a touch of gothic atmosphere.

Valley of the Kings is an epic adventure film set in Egypt in the early 1900s. The story follows an archaeologist who discovers a tomb in the Valley of the Kings, leading to a thrilling journey filled with murder, artifacts, and ancient mysteries. Along the way, there are encounters with bedouins, duels, and a quest for a precious statue. The film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the pursuit of knowledge in a dangerous and exotic setting.

Based on Anna Sewell's novel. In rural England of the 1880's, widower Squire Wendon is rearing his young daughter Anne. Her father has forbidden her to be present when their mare, "Duchess," gives birth. Anne sneaks out to the stable, however, and is discovered by her father who forbids her ever to ride Duchess again. Despite this punishment, he gives Anne Duchess's colt because it is her birthday, and she names him "Black Beauty."

Isabella takes her granddaughter to Ireland to stay with a famous family friend for the holidays, only to discover that the best Christmases are simply spent with each other.