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.
In Cadillac Man, a car salesman named Joey faces a series of challenges and chaotic events that threaten his job and his life. He must deal with jealous co-workers, a vengeful mobster, infidelity, and the suspicions of his girlfriend. As the situations escalate, Joey must use all his wit and charm to navigate through the chaos and come out on top.
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.
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.
Fear and Desire follows a group of soldiers who are stranded behind enemy lines. As they struggle to survive, the soldiers experience intense fear, grapple with their desires, and descend into madness.
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.
A lovelorn screenwriter named Charlie Kaufman is hired to adapt 'The Orchid Thief' for the screen. However, he struggles with writer's block when he realizes there is no narrative to the book. Meanwhile, his twin brother Donald becomes successful with a cliched screenplay. As Charlie seeks advice and tries to finish his script, he becomes involved with journalist Susan Orlean and the eccentric orchid thief John Laroche. The story takes unexpected turns, including murder and a hurricane, until Charlie finally finishes his script.
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.
A Russian teen turns the tables on her fashion photographer. Suddenly he doesn't like being the one on camera!
Mark Whitacre, a high-ranking executive at Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), collaborates with the FBI to expose price-fixing in the corn industry. However, his erratic behavior and questionable motives threaten the success of the investigation.
A young French journalist meets Salvador Dalí repeatedly for a documentary film project which never gets to start shooting.
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 Winter Sleep, a writer living in a rural area of Anatolia, Turkey, confronts the dysfunctional dynamics of his family and the tensions in his marriage. The film explores themes of pride, contempt, and boredom, highlighting the complexities of human relationships.
After being wrongfully convicted of his wife's murder, a man escapes from prison and goes on the run. To change his appearance, he undergoes plastic surgery. As he tries to clear his name and find the real murderer, he encounters various obstacles and danger.
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.
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.
The Lady from Shanghai follows a criminal lawyer who gets entangled in a web of deceit, framed for murder and caught in a love triangle. As he tries to prove his innocence, he uncovers a series of unexpected twists and turns that lead him to the dangerous world of insurance fraud and a captivating femme fatale. With a backdrop of betrayal, blackmail, and romantic rivalry, the story takes a thrilling turn when the protagonist becomes a pawn in a deadly game of manipulation. Will he be able to escape and find justice, or will he be consumed by the dark forces surrounding him?
Elevator to the Gallows is a French film noir that follows two parallel stories - one focusing on a crime of passion and the other on a failed murder plot. The film is set in Paris and delves into themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of one's actions. As the plot unfolds, the characters find themselves trapped in an elevator, creating tension and suspense. With its atmospheric cinematography and engaging storyline, Elevator to the Gallows is a gripping thriller that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
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.