In October 1830, retired detective Augustus Landor is asked to investigate the hanging of Cadet Leroy Fry at West Point. Landor enlists the help of Edgar Allan Poe and they discover a note fragment linked to a secret meeting. As more cadets are found murdered with their hearts removed, Landor suspects the family of Dr. Daniel Marquis. Poe is drugged by Lea and Artemus, but Landor rescues him. The building catches fire and Lea and Artemus die. However, Poe realizes that Landor was the killer all along, seeking revenge for his daughter's rape. Landor confesses to the murders before Poe burns the evidence. Landor is later seen at the cliff where his daughter died.
In Lust for a Vampire, a female vampire seduces and preys on the students of a girls' finishing school. As the school becomes a breeding ground for supernatural forces, a young male author tries to stop the vampire's rampage and save the girls. The film explores themes of sexuality, lesbianism, and the allure of the forbidden.
The Devil's Violinist is based on the true story of a renowned violinist in 19th-century London. It explores his passion for music and his complicated personal life, including a love affair and struggles with his business manager.
A Quiet Passion is a biographical drama that explores the life of poet Emily Dickinson, focusing on her reclusive nature, family dynamics, and her struggles with societal expectations. Set in 19th century Massachusetts, the film delves into Dickinson's relationships, her search for immortality through her poetry, and her battles with kidney disease. It offers an intimate portrait of a complex and talented writer who lived in seclusion but left a significant impact on American literature.
Carmen is a tragic romance that takes place in 1800s Spain. It follows the story of a soldier who falls in love with a seductive woman named Carmen. Their passionate affair leads to jealousy, betrayal, and ultimately tragedy.
A young man named Julien Sorel, driven by ambition and desire for social advancement, becomes involved in a passionate and forbidden affair with a married woman. As he navigates the complex web of social class and deceit, his actions lead to tragic consequences.
Confession of a Child of the Century (2012) is a movie set in the 19th century. It follows the story of a young man who is dealing with the loss of his father and enters into a tumultuous relationship with an older woman. The movie explores themes of love, betrayal, and unrequited love.
Shipwreck survivors land on an uncharted island inhabited by prehistoric beasts.
Through lyrical images, Manganinnie journeys across mountains towards the coast with Joanna, a white girl, in search of Manganinnie's vanished tribe. The poignancy of this film derives from the Aboriginal woman's gradual realization that her people and the tribal way of life are forever gone. It is the story of the Black Drive of 1830, the near-genocide of the Tasmanian Aborigines.
La Bohème follows the lives and loves of a group of struggling artists living in the Latin Quarter of Paris. Amidst poverty, illness, and misunderstanding, they navigate through relationships and pursue their artistic dreams.
As they are leaving the church following their wedding, Count Adrian Beltrami and Countess Anna-Marie are told that the Austrians are marching on the town to quell an Italian uprising. The bride and relatives induce the count to flee to his castle, but Tangy, a silhouette cutter, brings word from the revolutionary committee asking him to return; the count goes, asking Tangy to pose as the count and protect Anna-Marie.
The story of an ex-sea captain who uses devious means to make his salvage company a success. Based on Longfellow's famous poem.
First Winter is a 1982 Canadian short film directed by John N. Smith. With the father away, an Irish immigrant family struggle to survive their first winter in the Canadian wild. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
The masked avenger of 1830s California leads his two swashbuckling children into battle against a tyrannical governor.
Unlock the secrets of the most celebrated and prized gem in the world. Learn why the Hope Diamond has inspired superstition and passion since its discovery centuries ago, and see how its unique qualities and mythic past have categorized the jewel as both a scientific marvel and a historical enigma.
In Search of Chopin is a documentary that delves into the life and music of renowned composer Frederic Chopin. From his early years in Warsaw, Poland, to his time in Vienna, Austria, and his final days in Paris, the film paints a vivid picture of the artist's struggles, triumphs, and the impact of his music on the world. Through interviews with experts, performances of his compositions, and visits to significant locations, viewers are taken on a journey through Chopin's life and legacy.
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