In a sinister boarding school, girls are subjected to a rigorous regimen enforced by security guards and punishment for disobedience. As they uncover a dark secret about the institution, they must navigate the dangers and betrayals in order to find the truth.
Billy Elliot: The Musical Live is a filmed performance of the stage musical adaptation of the 2000 film Billy Elliot. The story follows Billy, a young boy from a mining town in northern England, who discovers his talent for ballet and faces obstacles such as the loss of a loved one, societal expectations, and the 1984-1985 miners' strike. With themes of non-conformity, exploring sexuality, and anti-capitalism, Billy's journey challenges the gender roles and cultural norms of his time.
When the men of a Sicilian village start obsessing over ravishing blonde midwife Jessica, angry females revolt by refusing to have sex with their husbands. As the local priest tries to encourage procreation, Jessica falls for a tricky recluse.
In the spring of 1931, tensions rise in Adalen, Sweden, as a labor strike erupts and leads to a violent confrontation between the workers and the authorities. Amidst this turmoil, a young woman becomes pregnant and faces the difficult decision of whether to have an abortion. Based on a true story, Adalen 31 explores the class conflict and social unrest of the time.
The End of St. Petersburg is a silent film that depicts the events of the Russian Revolution in St. Petersburg. It follows the story of a factory worker who becomes a Bolshevik and joins the armed uprising against the Russian Empire. The film showcases the poverty and harsh conditions faced by the working class, as well as the brutality of the capitalist system. It also highlights the conflict between communism and capitalism during this historical period.
American Dream (1990) is a documentary that explores the challenges faced by the working class and labor unions. It showcases the frustrations, anger, and struggles of the workers as they fight for their rights and better working conditions. The film delves into themes of inequality, greed, and the impact of corporate decisions on the lives of ordinary people. Through interviews, secret meetings, and television reports, the documentary sheds light on the complexities of the labor movement and the hardships faced by those involved.
Carts of Darkness is a documentary that follows a group of homeless men in Vancouver who find joy and purpose in racing shopping carts downhill. The film explores their lives, struggles with homelessness, alcohol problems, and the unique culture they have created on the streets. It delves into the personal stories of these individuals, revealing their resilience, camaraderie, and the exhilaration they experience during their races. Through interviews and captivating footage, it sheds light on a hidden world and challenges societal stereotypes.
Mary and her steady, Jack, have differing opinions on "the stage"-- Mary wishes to devote her life to the craft, while Jack strives to settle down and leave all that play-acting behind. When a traveling troupe that performs a Fall-of-Roman epic is ordered to strike, both Mary and Jack are called upon to participate in their stead.
Memories of My Childhood is a heartwarming movie set in 19th-century Romania. It follows the adventures of a young boy as he explores the countryside, gets into trouble, and learns valuable life lessons. From skinny-dipping in the river to running naked through the woods, the boy's escapades are both hilarious and endearing. Along the way, he encounters various characters like a strict teacher, a mischievous cousin, and a kind-hearted priest. The movie beautifully captures the innocence and joy of childhood.
Grand Saline, Texas was a sleepy, unremarkable town--until a white preacher lit himself on fire to protest the town's racism in 2014.
Millions of Us (1935) is an early example of American labor-left filmmaking that experiments with enacted forms, anticipating Frontier Films’s renowned People of the Cumberland (1938) and Native Land (1942). Produced surreptitiously in Hollywood in 1934-5, the film dramatizes the plight of millions of unemployed workers amidst the Depression. This message is filtered through the story of a single “forgotten man” who walks the streets in desperate search of a job. Driven by hunger, he contemplates becoming a scab. A union man intervenes, coaching him to recognize common interests with his brethren. He is ultimately converted to the cause of trade unionism.
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