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Acceptable Risk

2011

Acceptable Risk

2011
4.7
An ambitious medical researcher discovers a mold that he believes could be the foundation of a miracle cure for degenerative disease.
Hello Ghost

2010

Hello Ghost

2010
7.6
A man's failed suicide attempt enables him to see ghosts, who later keep following him everywhere. It is now up to him to fulfill their wishes to make them go away.
Dark Was the Night

2018

Dark Was the Night

2018
5.5
In the aftermath of tragedy, a woman and her teenage son must forge into uncharted territory in order to move on with their lives.
Scenes of a Sexual Nature

2006

Scenes of a Sexual Nature

2006
5.3
Sex and love. Some seek it, some need it, some spurn it and some pay for it, but we're all involved in it. Set on one afternoon on Hampstead Heath in north-west London, the film investigates the minutiae of seven couples. What makes us tick?
The Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson

2020

The Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson

2020
4.2
In 1994 Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman were brutally murdered in her Los Angeles home by whom most believe to be O.J Simpson. But what role did Glen Rogers, also known as the Casanova Killer play in their death?
My Paparotti

2013

My Paparotti

2013
7
This movie talks about the genius high school student Jang-ho who dreams of becoming the next Pavarotti although he is part of a gang and Sang-jin, currently a countryside art school music teacher but once a highlighted vocal singer.
Gangland

2001

Gangland

2001
4.1
In post-apocalyptic Los Angeles, an evil pack of outlaws is systematically turning civilians into prisoners and slaves. Worse yet, the spread of a terrifying deadly flesh-eating virus threatens to destroy all of humanity. As good and evil ferociously battle for power and control, three heroes race against time to find the cure for the virus... before it's too late.
Across the Moon

1994

Across the Moon

1994
3.5
Two young women bond while living together out in the California desert to be close to their boyfriends who are serving time at the nearby state prison.
Uncle Nino

2003

Uncle Nino

2003
7.6
A distant, slightly dysfunctional family is brought closer together when the father's long-estranged Uncle Nino comes from Italy to Chicago for a surprise visit.
The Death of Dick Long

2019

The Death of Dick Long

2019
6.1
Dick died last night, and Zeke and Earl don’t want anybody finding out how. That’s too bad though, cause news travels fast in small-town Alabama.
Beyond the Mask

2015

Beyond the Mask

2015
5.5
A former assassin tries to redeem himself by becoming a masked highwayman in Colonial America.
Moonshine Highway

1996

Moonshine Highway

1996
5.8
The plans of a moonshine runner trying to make a better life by becoming a stock car racer go awry when the local sheriff is determined to kill the driver over an affair with his wife.
David and Goliath

2016

David and Goliath

2016
4.3
At the crossroads of two great ancient empires, a simple shepherd named David transforms into a powerful warrior and takes on a terrifying giant. One of history's most legendary battles is retold in a stylistic, bloody tale of courage and faith.
There Be Dragons

2011

There Be Dragons

2011
5.1
Arising out of the horror of the Spanish Civil War, a candidate for canonization is investigated by a journalist who discovers his own estranged father had a deep, dark and devastating connection to the saint's life.While researching the life of Josemaria Escriva, the controversial founder of Opus Dei, the young journalist Robert uncovers hidden stories of his estranged father Manolo, and is taken on a journey through the dark, terrible secrets of his family’s past.
Anne of Green Gables

2016

Anne of Green Gables

2016
7.2
A retelling of L.M. Montgomery's story of Anne Shirley, an orphan who is accidentally sent to a couple looking to adopt a boy instead.
Standing Up, Falling Down

2020

Standing Up, Falling Down

2020
6.3
An unlikely friendship kindles between a struggling stand-up comedian from L.A. — forced to move back home to Eastern Long Island with his tail between his legs — and a tragically flawed, but charming and charismatic, alcoholic dermatologist. Discovering to be kindred spirits, each helps the other find healing, in addition to the confidence to face the "failures" in their lives.
Helene

2020

Helene

2020
6.2
Year 1915. Helene Schjerfbeck lives as a forgotten artist with her elderly mother in the countryside. It has been years since the last exhibit, and Helene continues to paint only because of her passion. Everything changes when art dealer finds Helen and her 159 wonderful paintings - and wants to organize a big private exhibit. However, Helen's turning point comes only when she is introduced to Einar Reuter. Young Einar is a forester, art enthusiast, and a passionate admirer of Helene's work. He becomes Helen's trusted and lover.
Millie

1931

Millie

1931
5.1
After a tumultuous first marriage, Millie Blake learns to love her newfound independence and drags her feet on the possibility of remarriage. The years pass, and now Millie's daughter garners the attentions of men - men who once devoted their time to her mother.
The Perfect Murderer

2017

The Perfect Murderer

2017
5.4
The prime suspect in a murder could be responsible for the death of the detective's daughter, but is he pursuing justice or revenge?
Perfect Creature

2007

Perfect Creature

2007
5.3
The vampire myth is given a stylish 1960s treatment, where a human cop partners with a vampire cop to stop a vamp bent on creating a war between the two "separate but equal" races.