A cleaning lady in 1950s London becomes infatuated with a couture Dior dress and is determined to acquire one. She goes to great lengths, including working, starving, and gambling, to raise the funds for her dream. Her pursuit takes her to Paris, where she undergoes a transformative journey that impacts not only her own life but also the future of the House of Dior.
Chaplin is a biographical movie that explores the life and career of the legendary silent film actor and director, Charlie Chaplin. It follows his rise to fame, his struggles with personal demons, and his enduring impact on the world of cinema. With a focus on his relationships with other iconic figures like Douglas Fairbanks, Stan Laurel, and Marion Davies, the film offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of early Hollywood.
In Prohibition-era New York City, a young boy becomes involved in the criminal activities of gangsters and falls for a showgirl. With a unique twist, this musical comedy takes place in a world where all the characters are played by children.
In 'G' Men, a young lawyer named James 'Brick' Davis is recruited by the FBI to infiltrate the underworld of gangsters and bring them to justice. As he goes deep undercover, he discovers the harsh realities of life on the other side of the law. With the help of his fellow agents and the love of a strong-willed nurse, Davis puts his life on the line to dismantle the criminal empire. Action, suspense, and tough choices await him in this thrilling crime drama set in the 1930s.
Glory Alley tells the story of a prizefighter in New Orleans who, after serving in the Korean War and being injured, finds redemption in the ring and in love. He navigates a complex web of relationships, including male-male relationships, while dealing with issues of self-consciousness and a change of heart. With the help of a cabaret entertainer and singer-dancer, he overcomes his past and becomes a boxing champion. Along the way, he must confront his old injury and face a bitter man who stands in his way. The movie also explores themes of father-daughter relationships and boyfriend-girlfriend relationships.
American Nightmare is a disturbing film that explores taboo subjects such as father-daughter incest and murder. It follows the story of a runaway teenage girl who gets involved in a twisted relationship with her father, leading to a series of horrifying events. The film is known for its sleazy and gritty atmosphere, making it a cult classic in the crime and horror genres.
A tour of the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studio in 1925 shows the people who make the movies there, and gives viewers a glimpse at how movies are made.
An estranged wife shows up after a nearly 7 years of disappearance -- thought to be dead, to prevent her husband from marrying his new love until someone kills her.
During World War II, a pregnant woman joins an orchestra to support her family while her husband is away at war. She forms close friendships with her fellow musicians and learns about the healing power of music.
A chorus girl's career is ruined and her brother is driven to suicide when she starts smoking marijuana.
Ethnic comedy of a nightclub entertainer trying to train a boxer.
Coney Island (1917) is a silent film that takes place in the famous amusement park. The plot revolves around a philandering husband who tries to escape from jail and ends up getting saved from drowning by a woman. The film features comedic fights, cross-dressing, and various hilarious situations that occur in and around Coney Island.
Jack the Ripper (1959) is a suspenseful crime drama that takes place in 19th-century London, focusing on the infamous Jack the Ripper murders. The film follows an American detective who finds himself investigating the brutal killings, getting caught up in the mystery and danger surrounding the case. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers shocking secrets and faces personal challenges in his pursuit of the notorious killer.
Sex Madness is a drama film from 1934 that warns against the consequences of engaging in premarital sex and the spread of sexually transmitted diseases. The story follows a young woman who is corrupted by the immoral influences of the big city, resulting in her contracting a venereal disease. Through various exploitative situations, the film explores the devastating consequences of unsafe sexual behavior.
A wealthy London nobleman hires a pretty but poor young woman to distract his playboy son from marrying a golddigger. Complications ensue when the girl and the father begin to fall for each other, and things get even more complicated when the son declares his love for her, too.
The Great Gabbo is a self-obsessed ventriloquist who loses his mind and control over his alter ego, resulting in a psychological horror.
Maggie, a headlining comedienne with the Follies, takes a fall off the stage into the orchestra pit and lands on the drum of musician Al Cassidy. One thing leads to another, they fall in love and get married. Al becomes a famous songwriter and Maggie stays home and has children. One day Al is hired to write a big number for Selma Larson, one of the Follies' most beautiful stars, and falls for her.
A young woman has difficulty understanding why her husband walks out on her. Alone for the first time, she finds life difficult to cope with and for a time lives with the hope that her husband will come back to her.
The three are showgirls, each with a different approach to life and love.
A police captain's niece is trapped by white slavers.