Destinos: An Introduction to Spanish, also known simply as Destinos, is an educational television program created by Bill VanPatten, who was, at the time, Professor of Spanish and Second Language Acquisition at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. The show, designed to introduce viewers to the basics of Spanish, had two seasons, beginning in 1992. Its 52 episodes are often used for educational purposes in schools and are still broadcast regularly on many PBS stations, as well as many local channels. Destinos was produced by WGBH Boston and funded by the Annenberg/CPB Project, with additional funding by the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation.
A group of strangers, brought together by various circumstances, find themselves in a village surrounded by fog and mystery. As they try to uncover the truth behind the village, they face their own fears and discover the dark secrets hidden within.
A soldier named Stevens wakes up in another person's body and learns that he is part of a government program called the Source Code. He is tasked with finding a bomber on a commuter train, but each mission lasts only 8 minutes. As he repeats the time loop, Stevens uncovers more about the terrorist attack and his own personal situation. Determined to save the people on the train and his love interest, he defuses the bomb and sacrifices himself to ensure their safety.
After the Rapture, a group of people must face the chaos and devastation left behind. They must navigate through the apocalyptic world and find hope in the midst of despair.
In 1969, New York City firefighter Frank Sullivan communicates with his son, John, in 1999 through a ham radio. John warns Frank about his impending death in a warehouse fire and helps him change his fate. However, altering the past has unexpected consequences. John and Frank must work together to prevent a serial killer, known as the Nightingale, from murdering more women and save John's mother from her death thirty years ago. Through their actions, they restore the timeline and reunite as father and son.
In Descarrilados (off the Rails) (2005), a woman becomes a victim of rape and decides to take matters into her own hands. She sets out on a path of revenge, using deception and violence to bring justice to those responsible for her trauma.
In 1935 Paris, struggling actress Madeleine Verdier, who has just been acquitted of murder, faces new challenges as she becomes the prime suspect in the killing of a famous producer. With the help of her lawyer roommate, Madeleine must prove her innocence and uncover the truth behind the shocking murder.
High-strung architect Peter Highman is flying home to LA for the birth of his first child. Due to some Apatow-esque farcical events involving aspiring actor Ethan Tremblay, Peter ends up being shot by an air marshal and put on a no-fly list. As luck would have it, Ethan offers Peter a ride to LA as he is traveling there too. The two men clash immediately, but they discover that Ethan has a second motive for his travels: to scatter his recently deceased father's ashes. As they journey together, their relationship is tested, but they eventually develop a bond. They face numerous obstacles and challenges along the way, but in the end, they make it to the hospital just in time for Peter's child's birth.
Trash is an adventure crime drama movie set in Rio de Janeiro, revolving around three boys who find a wallet in a garbage dump. This discovery leads them to a corruption scandal and a dangerous pursuit for truth and justice.
The story of Teke Teke, the ghost woman with no legs, continues. Conflict arises between a group of high school classmates, and Teke Teke starts hunting them down one by one.
In Carpool, a workaholic man reluctantly becomes a carpool dad, leading to chaotic situations including a hostage situation, a police chase, and a carnival mishap. Along the way, he learns the importance of family and balance in life.
When a group of friends take a wrong turn while driving through Chicago, they find themselves witnessing a murder committed by a ruthless drug dealer. Now, they must navigate through the dangerous and violent neighborhoods of the city in an attempt to escape and survive the night.
After accidentally consuming a batch of marijuana-laced cupcakes, a young woman experiences a series of comedic misadventures while stoned. Along the way, she encounters a talking dog, auditions for a film role, and tries to navigate her way through various surreal and hilarious situations.
Regarding Henry is a drama film that follows the story of Henry Turner, a wealthy lawyer in New York City who suffers a brain injury after being shot during a robbery. As a result, he develops amnesia and must rediscover his identity, relationships, and values. Through his recovery, Henry learns the true meaning of love, forgiveness, and redemption.
Nurse 3-D is a horror-thriller movie about a revenge-seeking nurse who indulges in sexploitation and dark comedy while targeting her victims. The film explores themes of sexual murder, torture, and the female serial killer's moral compass.
Architect Davis goes through a rough breakup and finds solace in a one-night stand with waitress Gwen. However, his life takes a chaotic turn when Gwen deceives him and moves into his house, pretending to be his wife in order to escape her own problems. As Davis tries to uncover the truth, he becomes entangled in a web of lies, love triangles, and hilarious antics.
Mojave Moon is a hilarious comedy that takes place in the vast Mojave Desert. It follows a young man named Al McCord who encounters a series of wild and unexpected situations, including flirting with a seductive stripper, dealing with a cheating girlfriend, and getting caught up in a murder mystery. Along the way, Al meets a wild and unpredictable girl named Julie, who adds even more chaos to his already complicated life. With twists, turns, and plenty of laughs, Mojave Moon is a must-watch comedy.
Willard, a lonely man, discovers that he can communicate with rats and forms a bond with them. He seeks revenge on his bad boss, using the rats as his weapon.
After being released from prison, a man embarks on a treacherous journey through the winter wilderness to find stolen gold. Along the way, he faces tension, danger, and the harsh cold as he navigates through treacherous terrain.
Tsotsi, a young criminal living in a Johannesburg slum, steals a car and discovers a baby in the backseat. As he cares for the infant, Tsotsi forms a surrogate family and begins to question his own violent lifestyle.