Solomon Northup, a free black man, is abducted and sold into slavery in the antebellum United States. He endures the horrors of being a slave, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, and separation from his family. Despite his struggles, he maintains his dignity and seeks freedom.
After the tragic loss of his daughter, a grieving father receives a mysterious invitation to a shack in the woods. There, he meets God in the forms of three individuals and engages in deep conversations that challenge his beliefs and teach him about the power of forgiveness. Through this transformative experience, he learns to heal and find hope once again.
In District 9, an alien ship arrives above Johannesburg, South Africa, and its inhabitants are forced to live in slums. When a government agent becomes exposed to their biotechnology, violence erupts as they find a way to fight back against the mistreatment.
After being mistaken for terrorists and thrown into Guantánamo Bay, stoners Harold and Kumar escape and return to the U.S., where they proceed to flee across the country with federal agents in hot pursuit.
During the Sengoku period in Japan, a group of peasants are tasked with protecting a princess and a hidden treasure from enemy samurais. They must navigate through treacherous forests, rivers, and mountains, facing betrayal and mistaken identities along the way.
Shane works for the Starett family, a young widow, her son, and her aging father-in-law, protecting them against the anti-sodbuster rancher Ryker and other perils plaguing the Old West.
Zatoichi, a blind masseur and master swordsman, wanders into a town run by sinister gangs. He becomes involved in a conflict between rival yakuza groups and seeks revenge for the murder of innocent villagers. With his exceptional sword skills and heightened senses, Zatoichi fights to bring justice to the troubled town.
In 1959, Truman Capote learns of a murder case in Kansas and decides to write a book about it. He forms a relationship with one of the killers on death row while conducting research. As Capote delves deeper into the case, he becomes emotionally attached to the killer. The appeals process drags on for years, and Capote struggles to complete his book. Eventually, he obtains the information he needs but realizes his own callousness in the process. With the last appeal rejected, Capote witnesses the execution and reflects on his inability to stop it. Despite the success of his book, Capote is consumed by his own misery and never finishes another book.
In the Arizona desert, a man with no name helps a stagecoach and its passengers facing danger from an outlaw gang. Along the way, they must overcome bigotry, racism, and the harsh conditions of the desert. Hombre is a gripping western drama that explores themes of justice and survival.
After his son is killed in a bicycle accident, a grieving father seeks revenge on those responsible. He summons a demonic creature known as Pumpkinhead to carry out his vengeful desires. As Pumpkinhead wreaks havoc on those involved, the line between good and evil becomes blurred.
In the final installment of the trilogy, renowned samurai Miyamoto Musashi seeks to avenge the death of his love and confronts his rival, Sasaki Kojiro, in a dramatic duel on Ganryu Island. Along the way, Musashi faces various challenges and reflects on his journey as a swordsman.
Dodes'ka-den tells the story of various slum dwellers living in a garbage dump in Tokyo, Japan. They fight to survive in the harsh conditions and dream of a better life. The film explores themes of poverty, desperation, and the human spirit.
Beasts of the Southern Wild is a story about a young girl named Hushpuppy, who lives in a poverty-stricken community called the Bathtub. She faces numerous challenges, including a devastating storm, melting ice caps, and the loss of her mother. Despite these hardships, Hushpuppy shows resilience and determination as she navigates through a world filled with danger and uncertainty.
Maudie, a disabled woman living in Nova Scotia, Canada, finds solace in painting. Despite facing adversity and a difficult marriage, she becomes a renowned folk painter, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and talent.
An unlikely friendship forms between a widow and an American stranger living in a shack in Hampstead Heath, as they fight against a greedy property developer trying to evict the widow from her home.
Invasion U.S.A. is an action-packed movie about a vigilante hero who takes on a terrorist group that invades the United States. With explosive action, intense gun battles, and martial arts fights, he single-handedly fights to protect his country and seek revenge.
Ulzana's Raid tells the story of a vengeful Native American attack on an isolated fort in the Arizona Territory, and the ensuing adventure of a cavalry detachment sent to stop the raid. It is a tale of racism, violence, and survival in the harsh desert landscape.
Sabata is a skilled gunslinger who finds himself in a town ruled by corrupt officials. With his quick draw and sharpshooting skills, Sabata takes on the criminals, seeking revenge for a past injustice. As he navigates the treacherous world of the Wild West, Sabata uncovers a web of deception and betrayal that leads to an ultimate showdown.
Blue Hawaii is a romantic comedy musical set in Hawaii in the 1960s. It follows the story of Chad, a recently discharged Army veteran, who returns to his home in Hawaii and takes a job as a tour guide. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful local girl named Maile, but their relationship is threatened by various obstacles and misunderstandings. With the help of his friends and the power of music, Chad tries to overcome these challenges and find true love.
A ronin samurai comes to the aid of a small village that is being oppressed by a powerful and cruel clan. Together with two other skilled samurais, they fight against injustice and defend the villagers from harm.