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From Here to Eternity follows the story of soldiers stationed at an Army base in Hawaii in the months leading up to the Pearl Harbor attack. The film explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal as the characters navigate their personal relationships amidst the impending war. The lives of several individuals intertwine, including a troubled Army sergeant, a boxer with a chequered past, and a soldier struggling with his marriage. The film showcases the beauty of Hawaii while also delving into the harsh realities of military life during a time of uncertainty and conflict.

Set in 1985, during the height of apartheid in South Africa, 'Kanarie' follows a young boy named Johan who is drafted into military service. While training in the military choir, Johan discovers his own voice and forms unexpected relationships. The movie explores themes of homophobia, identity, and the power of music.

Prison Girls is a 1972 movie that takes place in a women's prison. It focuses on the lives of the female prisoners, their struggles, and the dark realities of life behind bars. The film explores themes of crime, rehabilitation, violence, and sexuality within the prison system.

Set in 1950, 'I Want You' follows a young man who is drafted into the army and must navigate the difficulties of military life, family dynamics, and personal relationships. The movie explores themes of patriotism, generational differences, and the impact of war on individuals and communities.

When his wife stops writing to him and his letters are returned unanswered, Dan becomes extremely concerned about her welfare. He returns home but is only able to meet with her briefly before she is found murdered. Dan is the obvious suspect but has only 36 hours to find out who murdered her. In so doing he uncovers a shocking catalogue of his wife's past affairs and an identity that he knew nothing about.

During World War II, a soldier on leave in New York City meets an actress and they spend a romantic weekend together, facing challenges and obstacles to their relationship.

At 16, Tony is an English-speaking high-school drop-out in Montreal. In trouble with the law and at odds with his struggling single parent mother, Tony is sent to Juvie where he realizes that he's neither as tough or as disadvantaged as he thought. Then he comes home on a weekend pass only to find his younger brother following in his footsteps.