How to Survive a Plague is a documentary that depicts the early years of the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s and the emergence of activist groups like ACT UP and TAG. The film showcases the efforts made by these groups to raise awareness, fight for better treatment, and bring about change. It also highlights the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community and the discrimination and homophobia they encountered during this time.
Miracle in the Rain follows the story of a lonely woman in New York City during World War II. Amidst the solitude and rain, she finds hope and love with a soldier on leave. As their romance blossoms, they face the tragic reality of war and the challenges of being separated. With themes of loneliness, romance, and a touch of magic, this heartfelt drama explores the power of love in the midst of chaos.
This film visits many of the neighborhoods and landmarks on Manhattan Island and occasionally includes a history lesson. The neighborhoods include the Bowery, Chinatown, Herald Square, and Times Square. Some of the architectural highlights are the Empire State Building, the New York Public Library, Temple Emanuel, the Central Park Zoo, and the Rockefeller Center complex. The film ends with a visit to a dining room in the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, where the Xavier Cugat Orchestra entertains.
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