The Waltons follows the lives of the close-knit Walton family as they navigate the challenges of the Great Depression in rural Virginia. The show explores the relationships between the family members, their struggles and triumphs, and the importance of family bonds during difficult times.
GANTZ follows the story of a high school student named Kei Kurono, who, along with his friend Masaru Kato, gets involved in a deadly game after they die. They are given a second chance at life by a black sphere called GANTZ, which forces them to fight aliens in order to earn points and survive. As they participate in these battles, Kei and Masaru face numerous challenges, mysteries, and betrayals.
During World War II, U.S. Marine Private Robert Witt is AWOL and living with Melanesian natives. He is found and imprisoned but later joins his unit. The soldiers of C Company, 25th Infantry Division, land on Guadalcanal and prepare to take Hill 210, a key Japanese position. The soldiers face heavy resistance, and tensions arise among them. Captain Staros and Lieutenant Colonel Tall clash over a frontal assault on the Japanese bunker. The men eventually succeed in taking the bunker and are rewarded with leave. Private Bell receives a letter from his wife, who wants a divorce. Captain Staros is relieved of command and offered a position in Washington, D.C. The soldiers continue their patrols and encounter a Japanese column, resulting in the death of Private Coombs and Private Witt. The company receives a new commanding officer, Captain Bosche, and eventually leaves Guadalcanal.
In a dystopian future, the Japanese government implements the Battle Royale Act, which forces a class of ninth-grade students to participate in a fight to the death on a remote island. The students must navigate the deadly game, facing off against each other and dealing with betrayal and violence. As the competition progresses, alliances are formed, and the true nature of humanity is revealed. Shuya and Noriko, two students determined to survive, find themselves on the run and fighting for their lives.
Duel is a suspenseful thriller about a terrified motorist who is stalked by a gigantic truck on a desert highway. As he tries to escape, he becomes trapped in a deadly cat-and-mouse game with the mysterious truck driver.
Based on true events, 'The Killing Fields' follows the harrowing experiences of a journalist and his translator as they navigate the horrors of the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia. With the rise of the communist movement, they find themselves trapped in a country torn apart by political oppression, violence, and mass killings. As they struggle to survive and report the truth, they face unimaginable brutality and witness the devastating effects of the regime's reign.
In 'The Big Boss,' a young man named Cheng moves to Thailand to work at an ice factory with his cousins. However, his cousins mysteriously disappear, leading Cheng to uncover a dangerous smuggling operation involving drugs. Filled with revenge and fueled by his martial arts skills, Cheng takes on the smugglers and fights to rescue his family.
In Breathless, a French criminal named Michel steals a car and goes on the run with a beautiful American woman named Patricia. As they try to evade the police, they engage in a passionate and destructive relationship. The film is a hallmark of the French New Wave movement.
Criss Cross (1949) is a film-noir crime thriller about a man who gets caught in a web of deceit and double-crossing after reuniting with his ex-wife and falling into a dangerous love triangle with her and a dangerous criminal.
A Russian teen turns the tables on her fashion photographer. Suddenly he doesn't like being the one on camera!
In post-World War II Hiroshima, a French actress meets a Japanese architect and they embark on a passionate love affair. As they share their memories, they confront the horrors of war and the complexities of love.
After being released from prison, a man named Mo tries to navigate his way through life, finding solace in a job at an animal shelter. However, his past and the challenges he faces threaten to destroy any chance of a new beginning.
Violet is a film about a woman named Violet who struggles with self-doubt, mental illness, and anxiety. She embarks on an emotional journey to overcome her fears and find her true self. The film explores themes of personal relationships, social interaction, and the impact of past traumas. As Violet starts a new job in film production, she is forced to confront her inner demons and learn to love herself.
Tamara Drewe, a journalist, returns to her hometown in Dorset, England, and causes a stir among the locals. As she reconnects with old acquaintances and gets involved in various romantic entanglements, Tamara's presence disrupts the lives of the villagers, leading to humorous and dramatic situations.
In Brief Encounter, a married woman and a married man meet by chance at a train station and form a deep connection. As they continue to meet in secret, they struggle with their moral obligations and the consequences of their actions.
Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow is an anthology film that tells three separate stories, each exploring different aspects of love, relationships, and temptation in Italy. The film takes place in Naples, Rome, and Milan, and follows various characters as they navigate issues such as prostitution, extramarital affairs, pregnancy, and poverty. Through a mix of comedy and romance, the film explores the complexities of relationships and the choices people make.
Mela is a story of friendship, love, and deception set in a village. It follows the journey of a brave and courageous man who must rescue his love interest from the clutches of a villain. Along the way, he encounters bandits, fights, and a series of adventures.
Masculin Féminin is a French New Wave film that explores the social and political climate of 1960s France through the lens of a young aspiring singer and her relationships with friends and lovers. The film delves into themes of idealism, disillusionment, and the struggle for personal and political identity.
In Deal of the Century (1983), an arms dealer and a used-car salesman team up to make a killing during the Cold War. Their scheme involves selling weapons to anyone willing to buy, including dictators and aggressive nations. As they navigate the dangerous world of international arms trade, they encounter various comedic and satirical situations. This dark comedy explores themes of greed, social commentary, and the military-industrial complex within the context of the arms industry.
A young French journalist repeatedly meets iconic surrealist artist Salvador Dalí for a documentary project that never came to be.