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Mariana Rondón writes and directs this Spanish language drama starring Samuel Lange Zambrano and Samantha Castillo. When the class of a Venezuelan school are told that they are to have their photograph taken for their yearbook, nine-year-old Junior (Zambrano) decides he wants to look like a popstar and asks his grandmother for help to straighten his curly hair. When his mother Marta (Castillo) finds out what her impressionable son has done she tries her hardest to make him see why people will torment him if he persists in acting a certain way.
Martin Sheen and Charles Furness star in this drama about the dramatic sinking of the Nantucket whaleship Essex that was attacked by a sperm whale in 1820. An old Tom Nickerson (Sheen) recounts the story of when he and his crew were the subjects of a vicious attack by a normally peaceful animal and how they were left to fight for their lives as their ship and all their equipment sunk to the ocean floor. After the attack it was three months before the surviving men were rescued and as Tom (played, as a young man, by Furness) and his fellow survivors waited patiently, watching the days pass by, they were forced to endure a great deal to stay alive.
War drama centred around Canada's presence in the Afghan conflict. When a journalist (Nick Stahl)'s exposé about the mistreatment of soldiers in Afghanistan is rejected by his paper, he risks his career by flying to the warzone to uncover the truth about the story himself. He travels with his friend Tom (Nicolas Wright), who funds the trip, to try and gather enough evidence to get his story back in print. But as he travels through the warzone, he finds his advisor Mateen (Stephen Lobo) has switched his allegiances to a rival journalist and that the dangers facing him in the war-torn country have only increased since his last visit.
Live performance of William Shakespeare's historical play at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2014. When King Henry IV (Jasper Britton) is confined to his bed with a serious illness it seems likely that his son, Hal (Alex Hassell), will shortly be appointed king. Hal's suitability for the role, however, concerns the present king even as his death approaches and Hal takes the decision to spend less time with his friends in preparation for the responsibilities of leadership. Falstaff (Antony Sher), meanwhile, comes out of semi-retirement to raise a small militia. Now getting on in years, the rascal hopes his friendship with Hal will land him the comfortable retirement he seeks, but will Hal be true to his old allies when he finally puts on the crown?
William Shakespeare's historical plays performed at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2014. In 'Henry IV - Part I', King Henry IV (Jasper Britton) is troubled by the behaviour of his son and heir, Prince Hal (Alex Hassell), who has forsaken the Royal Court to waste his time in taverns with the likes of Sir John Falstaff (Antony Sher), an old, fat, jovial drunkard who captivates the young prince with his zest for life. In 'Henry IV - Part II', when Henry is confined to his bed with a serious illness it seems likely that Hal will shortly be appointed king. Hal's suitability for the role, however, concerns the present king even as his death approaches and Hal takes the decision to spend less time with his friends in preparation for the responsibilities of leadership. Falstaff, meanwhile, comes out of semi-retirement to raise a small militia. Now getting on in years, the rascal hopes his friendship with Hal will land him the comfortable retirement he seeks, but will Hal be true to his old allies when he finally puts on the crown?
Steven Waddington and Paul Barber star in this football comedy written by Nicky Allt. Based on the play of the same name, the story follows the journey of two Liverpool cabbies who are desperate to take their sons to the European Cup Final in Istanbul. After borrowing cash from notoriously dangerous loan shark Tony Fitz (Mark Womack), their trip takes a dramatic turn when they discover a bag of counterfeit money in their hotel room.
Eerie horror mystery. During a summer vacation visiting her father (David Brandon) in Italy, Jenny (Daisy Keeping) unearths the mystery of an ancient local legend known as the Neverlake, famous for its supposed healing powers. Ignored by her academic father, Jenny stumbles upon a group of neglected children living in an orphanage that has the appearance of a run-down asylum. But as she tries to help the abandoned children, Jenny uncovers horrible secrets involving concealed medical experiments conducted on numerous unknowing victims. As she learns more about the mysteries hidden in the lake from her new friends, Jenny is tasked with recovering ancient stolen artefacts, setting her on a direct collision course with whoever is behind the experiments.
Documentary exploring the culture of modern-day train hoppers. In the early 20th century, freighthopping became a common means of transportation, providing a quick and cheap way for migrant workers to travel. Although it is less common today, there still exists a number of people who use the freight trains as a means of embarking on a nomadic lifestyle. Over the course of eighteen months, film-maker Daniel T. Skaggs travels with them, providing insight into their motivations and their ambitions.
Val Guest writes and directs this sci-fi drama. After global nuclear testing knocks the world off its axis, temperatures begin to rise rapidly as the planet is sent careering towards the sun. In London the heat is causing the Thames to dry up as baffled Daily Express reporter Peter Stenning (Edward Judd), his colleague Bill Maguire (Leo McKern), and his girlfriend Jeanne Craig (Janet Munro), resolve to get to the bottom of the matter. After battling the Government for the truth, they are shocked to discover the fate of their planet and must search for a solution before it's too late.
John Madden directs this British comedy drama starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Dev Patel, Tom Wilkinson and Maggie Smith. The film follows the experiences of a group of elderly Brits who arrive to take up residence in a newly-opened retirement home in Bangalore, India. Despite its glossy publicity campaign, the Marigold turns out to be rather different from the refurbished luxury hotel advertised in the brochures. However, it soon begins to reveal some unexpected charms of its own.
Lucky McKee and Chris Sivertson direct this US comedy horror in which a rebellious girl enlists as a cheerleader with unexpected results. Maddy (Caitlin Stasey)'s instinctive dislike of cheerleading is consolidated when her friend Alexis (Felisha Cooper) dies during a cheerleading exercise. However, she feels compelled to become a cheerleader herself in order to teach a lesson to Alexis' ex-boyfriend Terry (Tom Williamson), who has already begun dating another cheerleader. Events take a startling turn when a fatal car crash and an ancient ritual add a supernatural element to Maddy's plot. Will anyone be able to stop the cheerleaders taking their revenge?
Mario Bava directs this Italian gothic horror from the 1960s. Christopher Lee plays the sadistic Kurt Menliff, who returns to his family's castle where many of its occupants blame him for the suicide of his former lover, a servant girl. Kurt soon begins a violent love affair with his brother's new bride Nevenka (Daliah Lavi) but before long he is stabbed to death. While the family deliberate who is responsible, he appears as a ghost and haunts the object of his desire...
Feature-length documentary chronicling the astounding success of the West Indies cricket team during the 1970s and '80s. The film documents the defiant rise to power of the team, which became an icon of West Indian independence and black consciousness as it embarked on its 15-year world domination of a sport traditionally associated with British colonialism and racial subjugation.
Triple bill of British movies produced by the Children's Film Foundation. In 'Supersonic Saucer' (1956) an alien from Venus befriends a group of children and helps them to fend off a band of thieves. In 'Kadoyng' (1972) three youngsters team up with an extra-terrestrial being in an attempt to stop their village being demolished. In 'The Glitterball' (1977) two boys help a young alien get back to its mothership with the Air Force and a petty criminal hot on their heels.
Low-budget sci-fi drama following a couple who are grieving after the loss of their child. Rich Hadley (Jonathon Lamer) and his wife Jamie (Theresa Layne) are distraught after the death of their son. One night while Rich is out walking their dog he encounters a group of people who he later discovers are soul collectors - collecting the souls of their deceased loved ones and releasing them into heaven through vortexes. With this in mind, Rich becomes obsessed with the idea of finding his son and seeing him one last time before he lets go.
Live action sequel following the anthropomorphic ninjutsu-trained turtles Leonardo (voice of Brian Tochi), Michaelangelo (Robbie Rist), Donatello (Adam Carl) and Raphael (Laurie Faso). Professor Perry (David Warner), the man who invented the ooze that created the Ninja Turtles, is kidnapped by the evil Shredder (Francois Chau) who wants to control the ooze to use on his own sidekicks and turn them into evil ninjas. So once again, it's up to the Turtles - who have also enlisted the help of kick-boxing pizza-delivery boy Keno (Ernie Reyes)...
Antony Smith directs, writes and produces this action adventure starring Sol Heras and Simon Armstrong. When a small community of Saxons gets attacked by a Viking army the few survivors must fight for their lives to avenge the deaths of their friends and family. The cast also includes Kezia Burrows, Amber Jean Rowan and Douglas Russell.
Stage musical based on the 2000 film of the same name which is set in County Durham during the 1984 miners' strike. Young Billy Elliot (Matteo Zecca/Mitchell Tobin/Bradley Perret/Elliott Hanna) becomes fascinated with the ballet lessons which are being held in the same hall as his boxing class. The ballet teacher, Mrs Wilkinson (Ruthie Henshall), recognises his potential and encourages him to join her class. As his talent gradually reveals itself, it becomes clear that Billy should be attending the Royal Ballet School in London, but with his father (Deka Walmsley)'s opposition and the extreme poverty which descends on the area during the strike, Billy's future is far from certain.
British paranormal horror written and directed by Edward Boase. In an attempt to win a one million dollar prize for the best paranormal footage, flatmates Jemma (Jemma Dallender), Matt (Joshua Dickinson) and Steve (Nate Fallows) purchase a supposedly haunted mirror online which they hope will hold the key to the jackpot. However, they find themselves unprepared for the apparently unstoppable forces that they unleash within their home. Is the million dollar prize worth the price they're forced to pay?
Bernard Rose directs this horror starring Caitlyn Folley and Ian Duncan. Jill and Adam (Folley and Duncan) are a young couple excited by everything around them. When film-maker Adam suggests to artist Jill that an abandoned hospital would be a good place to exhibit her work, the pair set about exploring but get distracted by the lure of a hospital bed. As Adam convinces Jill to let him tie her to the bed, Jill gets attacked and possessed by the ghost of a former patient. When Jill's friends Ellie (Diana Garcia) and Bobby (Chris Coy) show up, Adam becomes increasingly suspicious of Bobby's motives; the discovery of a security tape only furthers his mistrust.
Horror in which a family find themselves being tormented by an unseen terror in their new home. After moving house, Tim and Susan Gates (Jonathan Silverman and Lori Loughlin) and their three children, Kayla (Raleigh Holmes), Shane (Sterling Beaumon) and Taylor (Xander Stolberg), begin to experience unsettling events. They are unaware that the previous resident is lurking in the attic, watching them, and eager to reclaim his home by any means necessary...
Vito Trabucco directs this comedy horror starring Tim Sullivan. When a group of young, sex-crazed Christians get sent to Happy Day Bible Camp, they decide to ignore the rumours of the brutal murders that took place there seven years ago and enjoy the time away from their parents. It is said that Sister Mary Chopper (Sullivan), a devout nun, killed a group of teenagers back in 1977 as penance for their unholy sins. As the latest group of blasphemous adolescents make themselves comfortable in the camp, they begin to accumulate a long list of sins with which Sister Mary Chopper will not be pleased.
Sci-fi thriller starring Cory Monteith. Security worker Aaron Scates (Monteith) is blinded in an accident and Dr. Andrea Hewlitt (Justine Bateman), known for her experimental treatments, gives him an eye transplant - using the eyes of an injured wolf. It soon becomes clear that Aaron has taken on many wolf-like characteristics and could be a threat to himself and others...
Laurel Vail and Don Barclay star in this horror thriller directed and written by Brian Netto. Rachel (Vail) and Kyle Massy (Barclay) are a young couple expecting their first baby. When they are approached by a television company that wants them to document the details of their pregnancy for a reality show, the happy couple decide to embrace the idea. As the pregnancy progresses however, Kyle begins to notice Rachel's behaviour changing as she starts to believe that a malevolent spirit has possessed her unborn child. |
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