After being abandoned by his wife, a Polish hairdresser seeks revenge and plots to get rich by faking his own death.
In 19th-century rural England, a young woman named Katherine is sold into an arranged marriage with a middle-aged man. Unhappy and trapped in a loveless marriage, Katherine engages in a secret and passionate affair with a stablehand, leading to deadly consequences.
Cat People tells the story of a young Serbian-born woman named Irena Dubrovna who believes that she is a descendant of a race of people who can turn into cats when aroused. When she meets and falls in love with an American man named Oliver Reed, she struggles with her fears of intimacy and the realization that she may harm him if they consummate their marriage. As their relationship becomes more complicated, Irena's jealousy and supernatural abilities start to take a toll on both her and Oliver's lives. The film explores themes of sexuality, identity, and fear of intimacy.
On Chesil Beach tells the story of a young couple, Florence and Edward, who are deeply in love but struggle with intimacy and communication. Set in 1962, during a time of sexual revolution and social change, their honeymoon becomes a microcosm of their fears, anxieties, and the societal pressures they face. The film explores themes of love, marriage, and the complexities of human relationships.
In Easy Money, a man decides to fake his death in order to escape his mother-in-law and live a life of luxury. However, his plan is complicated when his wife decides to reconcile with him and his mother-in-law challenges his inheritance. Hilarity ensues as he navigates through various comedic situations while trying to maintain his new-found wealth.
In 17th-century Paris, Cyrano, a talented poet with an enormous nose, helps his friend Christian woo the beautiful Roxane. Using his gift for words, Cyrano ghost-writes love letters on Christian's behalf. As their friendship grows, so does Cyrano's unrequited love for Roxane. The story takes a tragic turn when Cyrano sacrifices his own happiness for the sake of his friend's love. A tale of deception, unrequited love, and the power of words.
In Smiles of a Summer Night, a group of characters navigate the complexities of love, infidelity, and desire during a summer in the Swedish countryside. The film delves into themes of lust, mistaken identities, and the humorous absurdities that arise from romantic entanglements. With witty dialogue and charming performances, Smiles of a Summer Night is a delightful blend of comedy and romance.
Effie Gray tells the story of Effie Gray, a young woman who finds herself in a loveless and unconsummated marriage in Victorian England. As she struggles to find happiness and love, she must navigate the complexities of societal expectations and the domineering presence of her mother-in-law. This period drama explores themes of love, desire, and personal liberation.
The Joy Luck Club follows the lives of four Chinese-American women and their daughters as they struggle to understand and connect with each other while also coming to terms with their cultural identities. Through a series of interwoven stories, the film explores themes of family, sacrifice, and the power of storytelling.
Handsome Antonio, a wealthy and virile man, finds himself in an unwanted pregnancy situation with a maid. The movie explores themes of family relationships, cancelled weddings, and societal pressures in the Catholic Church.
Maria's Lovers is a drama and romance film set in small-town Pennsylvania. It follows the story of Maria, a woman torn between two lovers: her childhood sweetheart and a womanizer. The film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of relationships. Set in the post-World War II era, Maria's Lovers delves into topics such as sexual dysfunction, infidelity, and the impact of war on the human psyche.
The Scarlet Empress (1934) tells the story of Catherine the Great, a woman who dresses as a man in order to join the army and rise to power. She faces manipulation, politics, and intrigue as she navigates the Russian court and eventually becomes Empress. The film explores her tumultuous relationship with her domineering mother, her mental illness, and her struggles to maintain her power in a decadent and oppressive society.
In this dark drama, siblings Paul and Elisabeth engage in a toxic and twisted relationship. They create their own secluded world, isolating themselves from the outside reality. Their relationship takes a dangerous turn when a handsome young man named Gerard enters their lives. Manipulative and jealous, Elisabeth tries to possess Gerard, leading to tragic consequences.
Humraaz (2002) follows the story of a dance troupe where a boyfriend-girlfriend relationship turns into a twisted tale of manipulation, greed, and murder. A fortune hunter, who is married for money, forms a sinister murder plot that leads to a love triangle, heartbreak, and deception. As secrets are revealed, the characters are forced to face the consequences of their actions.
The Family Way follows the newlywed couple Jenny and Arthur as they face various obstacles on their wedding night, including living with overprotective parents and dealing with sexual problems. Their unconsummated marriage puts strain on their relationship, and they navigate through challenges such as privacy issues, attempts at intimacy, and nosy neighbors. With humor and heart, the film explores the complexities of marriage and the journey towards physical and emotional connection.
A story revolving around the life of a gypsy community in Yugoslavia, exploring themes of poverty, violence, and cultural traditions.
A woman who believes she has been chosen by God to heal people is taken in by a greedy promoter and his shrewish wife to make the rounds of the rural South.
Nine Bachelors is a 1939 French comedy film directed by Sacha Guitry and starring Guitry, Max Dearly and Elvire Popesco.[1] An opportunist dreams up a new scheme to make money when the French government passes a law forbidding foreigners from living in France. It's French title is Ils étaient neuf célibataires.
Dark Honeymoon is a thrilling drama movie with elements of horror, mystery, and thriller. It follows a newly married couple who go on a honeymoon in Oregon, but things take a sinister turn when they become entangled in a web of murder, manipulation, and secrets. As the honeymoon progresses, they uncover shocking revelations about each other and the people around them. With its surprising ending and intense plot, Dark Honeymoon keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
After years of feeling sexually frustrated, a 35-year-old virgin in a small town begins exploring his sexuality, leading to unexpected consequences and new discoveries about himself.