The story Peter is telling the about a special summer, when he is invited over to summer holiday from bickering parents, to his aunt and uncle in the country. He's been there before, but this summer was quite one to remember.
Monsieur Hulot, a clumsy character, goes on a vacation to a seaside hotel. His misadventures and visual gags create comedy throughout his stay. The film showcases the quirks and humor of Monsieur Hulot as he interacts with other vacationers.
Low Down is a biographical drama that follows the life of a pianist in the 1970s as she struggles with addiction and her relationship with her father.
Dance, Girl, Dance tells the story of a talented dancer who faces challenges and opportunities in the competitive world of show business. She must navigate relationships, make tough choices, and pursue her dreams amidst the glamour and drama of the entertainment industry.
Miss Evers' Boys is a movie set during World War II that tells the story of Miss Eunice Evers, a black nurse who becomes a part of a controversial medical experiment. The experiment involves treating black soldiers with syphilis but withholding the necessary treatment in order to study the disease. As the years go by, Miss Evers struggles with her role in the experiment and the moral implications of her actions.
Sweet Land is a romantic drama film that takes place in a rural area of Minnesota during the 1920s. It follows a German-American mail-order bride who faces prejudice and challenges as she arrives in a small farming community. The film explores themes of love, morality, social issues, and the struggles of immigrants during that time.
Set in 1920s Poland, 'The Maids of Wilko' tells the story of a man who reflects on his past relationships and lost love while visiting his uncle's farm. As he reconnects with childhood friends, the protagonist grapples with jealousy, resignation, and the transient nature of life. The film explores themes of friendship, family, and the passage of time.
A newlywed photographer is stalked by a dark man in a brimmed hat who followers her from her nightmares. Sanity slipping, she meets a mysterious man claiming to know the shocking secrets of the Hat Man.
Waterloo Bridge is a romantic drama set during World War I. It follows the story of a British soldier who falls in love with a chorus girl. They face challenges of class differences and the upcoming war, but their love for each other persists. The movie explores themes of sacrifice, love, and the impact of war on relationships.
The Inheritors follows a story set in a village, where drama and mystery unfold among the class differences and exploration of sexuality. The film delves into the lives of farm workers, peasants, and the challenges they face in a manor dominated by the wealthy. It touches upon themes of poverty, swindling, and the struggle for survival. The plot also involves elements of farm life, including dead animals, animal trainers, and milking. The story takes an unexpected turn when a police officer enters the scene, leading to a trial and a revelation of hidden truths. The film portrays the complex dynamics of master-servant relationships, with instances of rape and oppression. Amidst the trials and tribulations, love and self-defense emerge as recurring themes, highlighting the resilience of the characters in the face of adversity.
Sir Roger Bannister's historic running of the sub-four-minute mile is celebrated in Four Minutes, an inspiring and respectably authentic TV movie about breaking the most famous barrier in the history of sports.
Salesman Daffy Duck comes upon a farm, the site of Foghorn Leghorn's ongoing feud with the barnyard dog, and proceeds to sell Foghorn and the dog contraptions to continue their violent, mutual heckling.
Skylark is a touching movie about a family living in rural Kansas, facing challenges such as drought, famine, and a devastating barn fire. The story revolves around the bond between a stepmother and her stepchildren, as well as the love and resilience of the family in the face of adversity.
Set in rural Australia during the 1920s, Hammers Over the Anvil follows the story of a young boy named Alan Marshall who dreams of becoming a horse trainer. The film explores Alan's journey as he navigates the challenges of growing up, including his relationships with his horse and the people in his small town.
A beautiful blonde makes a career out of seducing and then blackmailing wealthy married men. She is found murdered after demanding a $5000 payoff from her latest victim, and the detective investigating the case finds out that she was involved in a lot more than just blackmail.
The Yosemite Valley Railroad, which runs through the breathtaking scenery and stunning vistas of Yosemite National Park, is on the brink of failure. The grandson of a Chinese railroad laborer embarks on a romantic, but ultimately doomed, quest to save this railroad from being sold for scrap. His love of trains finds him working as a railroad-man, instead of at his father's profitable business. He manages to locate a wealthy eccentric investor to help him acquire the railroad, but its financial inviability makes this a quixotic reprieve, at best. The film also portrays the anti-Asian racism present in America at the conclusion of World War II.
A young woman terrified of the dark discovers a supernatural game that can cure her fears, if she faces them first.
Set in 1902 China, Shadow Magic tells the story of a photographer who introduces the magic of movies to the people, despite facing resistance from traditionalists. As he brings the world of cinema to life, he navigates through love, betrayal, and the clash between tradition and modernity.
Puppet animated folk tale about an old lady who finds a ball of yarn. After picking it the ball changes into a little dog, which has the magical power to be crocheted into anything the old lady fantasizes.
Based on a play by Pierre Wolff, about a wronged husband’s revenge on his wife and her lover, La belle de nuit is a major find, a work of uninhibited stylistic imagination that ranges from Sirkian stylization (an elaborate play of mirrors and doubles) to brutal realism (a tour of the bordellos of Marseille suggests the contemporary photographs of Brassaï).