Fellini Satyricon takes viewers on a surreal and satirical journey through ancient Rome, exploring themes of homosexuality, lust, murder, and absurdism. The film follows the adventures of two friends, Encolpius and Ascyltus, as they navigate a world filled with orgies, rituals, and power struggles. The story is based on the Roman novel 'Satyricon' by Petronius.
Venus is a heartwarming movie that tells the story of an aging actor who forms an unlikely friendship with a teenager. Together, they navigate the complexities of love, friendship, and mortality. The movie explores themes of aging, regret, and the pursuit of artistic passion. It delves into the complexities of human relationships and the beauty of unlikely bonds.
Goya in Bordeaux is a biographical drama film that explores the life and work of Francisco Goya, the renowned Spanish painter. Set in Bordeaux during his exile, the movie reflects on Goya's experiences and the significant events that shaped his art. From his portrayal of the Duchess of Alba to the horrors of the Napoleonic Wars, Goya's deep passion and struggle for liberty are depicted through his remarkable paintings.
The Silver Chalice follows the story of a talented artisan in 1st-century Rome who becomes involved in treachery and theft surrounding the creation of a precious silver chalice. As he navigates the dangerous world of Roman politics and tyrants, he must discover the truth behind the mysterious stranger who possesses the power of the sorcerer. The film explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the power of faith.
In a mythical country where the sun never sets, a political prisoner falls in love with a mysterious woman and becomes entangled in a web of murder, insanity, and supernatural power.
The god Zeus sends Venus, the goddess of love, to Earth to find her own true love.
Two years after her last failed relationship, Emily Vale has stopped believing in love. This brings her to the attention of Venus who sends her son Cupid down to Earth to pierce her with an arrow in the hope of changing her mind. Unfortunately, the handsome but hapless Cupid misses and the arrow strikes his own heart making him fall hopelessly in love with Emily. Thus he is granted temporary leave from paradise in order to pursue her. However, not only does he have a limited time on Earth, but also Emily's last boyfriend, the handsome but sleazy Ted has just shown up intent on winning her back. Which one will Emily choose? And is she ready to open her heart and accept love into her life once more?
Dramatic three-reel film based on Wagner's opera of chivalry and spiritual struggle. Wandering minstrel Tannhauser wins the heart of Elizabeth, niece of the powerful Landgrave. Later, under the spell of Venus and her nymphs, Tannhauser passes into Venusberg, a netherworld of earthly pleasures. Returning to the Landgrave's court, he praises Venus in song and sparks the righteous anger of all present. His own prayers and those of Elizabeth free him from enchantment and he takes up the habit of a monk, devoting himself to God. He sets off to seek absolution in Rome while Elizabeth waits at court, ever weakening in his absence.
A romantic opera in three acts with music and libretto by Richard Wagner, performed by the Orchestra of the Teatro di San Carlo. The original title, Tannhauser und der Sangerkrieg auf Wartburg, reveals the real nature of the opera, born by a fusion of two traditional sagas and dedicated to the dualism of spirituality and sensuality and the possibility of redemption through love. Composed between 1843 and 1845, Tannhauser has a tormented musical theme, made up of constant variations. It debuted in Dresden in 1845 when Wagner was just over 30.
While touring a museum, Rodney Hatch, an unremarkable barber, places an engagement ring intended for his girlfriend on the hand of a statue of Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. From Mount Olympus, Venus witnesses the event and decides to visit Rodney on Earth by magically inhabiting the statue. Hilarity ensues when she starts to fall in love with Rodney and competes with his girlfriend for his attentions. This television version of Kurt Weill's successful Broadway musical is much more faithful to the stage version than the 1948 Ava Gardner film, which changed the story considerably and cut most of the songs.
A unique look at Titian's greatest masterpieces, which are currently under quarantine in the National Gallery.
Charley Chase is obsessed with a woman, however his attempt to meet her father is complicated by an asylum escapee.
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