Hard Target is an action-packed thriller about a man who finds himself in the crosshairs of a sadistic millionaire. As a homeless drifter, he becomes the prey in a deadly game of cat and mouse. With the help of a determined woman, he must fight for his life and unveil the dark secret behind the twisted hunt.
After being falsely imprisoned and losing his wife, a vengeful barber returns to London and forms a sinister partnership with a pie shop owner. They murder his customers and bake their bodies into pies, all while he seeks revenge on the corrupt judge who ruined his life.
Captain Phillips is the true story of the hijacking of the U.S.-flagged MV Maersk Alabama by Somali pirates. Captain Richard Phillips must navigate through a dangerous hostage situation as he tries to protect his crew and ship from the pirates. The intense cat-and-mouse game between Captain Phillips and the pirates unfolds as they battle for control of the ship.
In 1952, a massive storm hits Cape Cod and two oil tankers are split in half, leaving the crews stranded. The coast guard station sends out a tiny lifeboat, the Pendleton, with four young men on board to try and save the survivors. With treacherous conditions and limited resources, they must navigate their way through the storm to perform one of the greatest rescues in coast guard history.
The Lady from Shanghai follows a criminal lawyer who gets entangled in a web of deceit, framed for murder and caught in a love triangle. As he tries to prove his innocence, he uncovers a series of unexpected twists and turns that lead him to the dangerous world of insurance fraud and a captivating femme fatale. With a backdrop of betrayal, blackmail, and romantic rivalry, the story takes a thrilling turn when the protagonist becomes a pawn in a deadly game of manipulation. Will he be able to escape and find justice, or will he be consumed by the dark forces surrounding him?
The diaspora of Filipinos around the globe is driven mostly by the economics of supply and demand. The yearning for something better, stability, and self-validation leads a handful of sojourners from the provinces of the Philippines into the arms of one of its former colonial masters — the USA. But what happens when they finally get what they want? And how? Filmmaker Dennis Empalmado explores the musings of Filipino expatriates and hopeful immigrants in "Naglalakbay" (Travelers).
The Old Man and the Sea is a compelling story about an aging fisherman who embarks on a dangerous adventure to catch a giant marlin. As he struggles with the enormous fish, he must confront his own mortality and the forces of nature. Will he be able to overcome the challenges and prove his worth as a fisherman?
During the Napoleonic Wars, a British naval captain aboard the H.M.S. Defiant tries to maintain order and discipline among his crew, but faces a mutiny led by a sadistic man. The captain must battle for control of the ship and deal with the consequences of his actions.
The story about a teenage boy, Antonio, whose emerging gay sexuality alienates him from his friends and family, until his libertine uncle, Jonbert, comes to live with him and his mother.
When a Polish merchant marine is accused of murder, a young tomboy befriends him and helps uncover the truth, testing their loyalty and challenging the local police.
Mutiny on the Bounty is a story based on true events that took place in the 18th century. It follows the journey of the British naval ship, Bounty, and its crew as they face punishment, hardship, and discontent. The tyrannical captain and the animosity among the sailors lead to a mutiny on the ship. The crew takes a detour to a tropical island, Tahiti, where they encounter a language barrier and interact with the native tribe. The movie explores themes of discipline, questioning authority, and the consequences of rebellion.
Querelle is a sailor who is sent to Brest for a secret mission. While there, he becomes embroiled in a world of sexual intrigue, murder, and betrayal. As he navigates through the seedy underbelly of the city, Querelle grapples with his own desires and the consequences of his actions.
Forever England gives John Mills his first leading role as Brown. Born after a brief affair between his mother and a naval officer, he joins the Royal Navy during the First World War. There his bravery and marksmanship keeps a German ship in port so a British ship can sink it. He becomes a hero, but at what cost?
Downhill follows the story of a schoolboy who is wrongly punished and expelled from school. He faces a series of misfortunes, including falling into a life of deception and adultery. The film explores themes of friendship, homoeroticism, and father-son relationships, all set against the backdrop of London and Paris.
After the death of her husband, a grieving widow finds solace and love again in the form of a rough romance.
During World War Two, the crew of a patrol boat called McHale's Navy find themselves in various misadventures and hilarious situations as they navigate the challenges of war in the South Pacific. From dealing with a debt to gambling with the Japanese navy, the crew must rely on their wit and camaraderie to survive.
The Delinquents is a romantic drama set in 1950s Queensland, Australia. It tells the story of a young teenage girl who falls in love with a seaman and becomes pregnant. The couple faces societal pressures and tries to navigate their way through a forbidden love. The film explores themes of teenage love, premarital sex, and the challenges faced by young couples in the conservative society of the time.
Johnny Stool Pigeon is a 1949 crime thriller film-noir about an undercover cop who infiltrates a criminal organization involved in illegal activities along the US-Canada border. The story revolves around murder, shootout, drug addiction, and the challenges faced by the undercover detective as he tries to gather evidence against the gangster mobster.
In Stockholm, a nurse and a newspaper reporter become embroiled in a romantic rivalry as they clash over a high-profile trial. Amidst jealousy and falling reputations, they navigate the complexities of love and journalism.
Merchant seaman Skitch Kilroy (Jackie Cooper) and "Pappy" Reagan (Jackie Coogan)arrive in Marseilles, eager to resume their combative rivalry for Mimi. But they are ordered by their skipper Muldoon (Ralph Sanford) to remain on board and guard against theft of foodstuffs by a black market gang.