In 'The Souvenir: Part II,' a filmmaker reflects on her life and relationships while trying to cope with the loss of her boyfriend. Set in 1980s London, she explores her artistic ambitions and personal growth amidst the challenges and choices she faces.
In this pre-code film, a bookkeeper named Marvin confronts the social injustices and poverty in the American South. He becomes involved in a romantic rivalry between a rich girl and a cotton picker, leading to a culture clash and a confrontation with a lynch mob. The film explores themes of social commentary, sexual melodrama, and racial tension in the southern USA.
In Playing Mona Lisa, a young pianist named Claire is searching for love and trying to navigate the complexities of her adult life living with her parents. Along the way, she auditions for a prestigious music school, deals with a quirky boyfriend, and experiences an earthquake that shakes up her world. With her passion for the piano and a group of supportive friends, Claire explores her own desires and learns to break free from societal expectations.
Carl Brown and Annie McGairy are in love. Their Irish immigrant parents knew each other in the old country - and Carl's parents want better for their son than Annie, who was raised in the slums. When Annie runs away to marry Carl while he's at college, they have many difficulties, including a college Dean that frowns upon married couples, Carl's angry parents, Carl's jealousy, and Annie's own problems with her sexuality.
An American Romance follows the story of a young immigrant who overcomes various obstacles to become a successful businessman and find love in America. Set against the backdrop of historical events such as World War I and II, the film explores themes of family, patriotism, and the American Dream.
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