Young employees at Shenaniganz restaurant collectively stave off boredom and adulthood with their antics. Dean, a waiter, starts questioning his direction-less life when his former classmate achieves success. He and his friend Monty, also a waiter, navigate the ups and downs of their job while training a new waiter, Mitch. The film follows their interactions with other staff members at the restaurant, their games to pass the time, and their personal issues. Ultimately, Dean decides to quit and seek a more promising future, leading to a party where the staff members confront their problems.
A young woman named Vera Brittain leaves her studies at Oxford University to become a war nurse during World War I. She experiences the hardships of war, loss, and the struggle for her own independence.
Why Did I Get Married? is a comedy-drama movie that follows the lives of four couples as they come together for their annual marriage retreat. Throughout the weekend, secrets are revealed, conflicts arise, and relationships are put to the test. From infidelity to communication issues, the couples must confront their own marital problems and decide whether they can overcome their differences. With a mix of humor and heartfelt moments, the movie explores the complexities of marriage and the importance of love, trust, and forgiveness.
In 1961 Denmark, a traumatized woman's body is found in a hidden room. Detective Carl Mørck and his team from Afdeling Q reopen the cold case, leading them to uncover a conspiracy involving murders, sexual abuse, and police corruption. As they dig deeper into the investigation, they face threats and obstacles that put their lives at risk.
A comedy movie set in a hospital where a journalist goes undercover as a nurse, leading to hilarious misunderstandings and romantic entanglements.
One Child Nation is a powerful and eye-opening documentary that delves into China's one-child policy and its far-reaching consequences. Through interviews with former government officials, activists, and everyday people, the film explores the devastating effects of this enforced population control measure on families and individuals. It also highlights the propaganda, forced abortions, and forced sterilizations that were used to enforce the policy. Ultimately, One Child Nation is a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of family, government control, and personal freedom.
The Pumpkin Eater tells the story of a woman who finds herself in a troubled marriage, dealing with an unfaithful husband and multiple marriages. She battles depression and emotional breakdowns, while also facing the societal pressures of being a fertile woman. The movie explores themes of female subjugation, betrayal, and the hardships of traditional gender roles.
Jesus' Son follows a young man as he navigates his drug addiction, encounters various characters, and discovers the power of love. Set in the backdrop of Iowa, the movie explores themes of redemption, loss, and the complex human experience within a gritty and surreal narrative.
The massive scandal comes to light through a father's unwavering search for the truth behind the sudden death of his family.
A meat factory owner uses cats to dispose of bodies; a nurse tries to expose his operation.
Claudine is a single mother living in the inner-city of Harlem, New York. She works as a social worker while also raising her six children. When she falls in love with a garbage collector named Roop, they face challenges such as societal pressure, financial struggles, and the responsibilities of parenthood. Amidst it all, Claudine and Roop navigate their relationship and learn the true meaning of love and family.
At the end of WW2, a compassionate Dutch policeman helps smuggle a Jewish woman into British Palestine.
When a courageous young woman and a radical lawyer discover a pattern of illegal involuntary sterilizations in California’s women’s prison system, they take to the courtroom to wage a near-impossible battle against the Department of Corrections. With a growing team of investigators inside prison working with colleagues on the outside, they uncover a series of statewide crimes - from dangerously inadequate health care to sexual assault to coercive sterilizations - primarily targeting women of color. But no one believes them. This shocking legal drama captured over seven years features extraordinary access and intimate accounts from currently and formerly incarcerated women, demanding our attention to a shameful and ongoing legacy of eugenics and reproductive injustice in the United States.
Women in Bondage is a 1943 World War II film about conditions for women under Hitler's regime. The plot involves two women imprisoned for speaking out against the government. It was directed by Steve Sekely and starred Gail Patrick and Nancy Kelly.
In 'Third Man Out,' a gay detective is hired to investigate the murder of an LGBT activist. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of political conspiracy and identity politics.
Marian Rose White is placed in a State Home for the feeble-minded by her uncaring mother when her father dies. She is a young teenager and there is nothing wrong with her except for some clumsiness, mostly caused by poor vision. State law (in 1934) requires sterilization of all inmates. Sympathetic nurse, Bonnie McNeil, befriends Marian and protests her treatment.
The well-known activist couple Max and Lou made an extreme statement and had themselves sterilized under full media coverage: they do not want to bring children into this dying world. Following their sterilization they are now invited to their first TV show. The problem: shortly before they enter the studio, Max confesses to Lou that he couldn't bring himself to undergo the vasectomy.
Ein Frauenarzt klagt an (1964) is a thought-provoking drama that delves into the taboo subjects surrounding a gynecologist's profession. The film explores the challenges and conflicts faced by the protagonist, as well as the societal issues surrounding women's sexuality and reproductive health. It delves into the complexities of ethical dilemmas, the pressure of societal expectations, and the personal sacrifices made by the doctor. With powerful performances and a compelling narrative, this film pushes boundaries and sparks important discussions.
Hitler's Children is a powerful movie set in Nazi Germany during World War II. It depicts the struggles and hardships faced by the citizens and the devastating effects of fascism and nazism. The story follows a young girl who becomes a victim of violence, desperation, and torment. The movie explores themes of hatred, brutality, and the dire straits faced by the people living under Nazi rule. It portrays the atrocities committed in labor camps and the devastation caused by the regime. The characters go through despondent situations, facing torture, humiliation, and despair. The movie also highlights the repression, fear, and intimidation prevalent during that time. It is based on a book and includes various significant events and locations like the Nazi rally, Berlin, and the Gettysburg Address.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine created an avalanche of abandoned dogs and cats that are now multiplying causing unforeseen consequences.