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Wanda Nevada

1979

Wanda Nevada

1979
5.6
In the American Southwest of the 1950s, middle-aged vagabond Beaudray Demerille survives as a cardsharp who moves from town to town. But his latest victory brings him unwanted spoils in the form of Wanda Nevada, a fiery 13-year-old. At first Beaudray does everything he can to ditch Wanda -- until the girl chances upon a treasure map. But Wanda and Beaudray aren't the only ones after the loot, and they must contend with a ruthless pair of crooks.
Invasion, U.S.A.

1952

Invasion, U.S.A.

1952
3.1
A group of American witness the deadly invasion of the United States by the Soviet Union.
Willie Dynamite

1974

Willie Dynamite

1974
6.2
Willie Dynamite is a pimp who operates in New York City. Willie was a big success as a pimp, but now, just as fast as he rose to the top, he has hit bottom. A former prostitute who has become a social worker tries to get Willie to clean up his life while it is still possible.
Angels in the Outfield

1951

Angels in the Outfield

1951
6.7
The short-tempered manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates mends his ways in return for a little divine assistance.
Beneath the Blue

2010

Beneath the Blue

2010
5.1
Dolphin experts confront the US Navy when its sonar program is suspected of causing the animals' deaths.
The Frogmen

1951

The Frogmen

1951
6.1
The new commander of a Navy Underwater Demolition Team--nicknamed "Frogmen"--must earn the respect of the men in his unit, who are still grieving over the death of their former commander and resentful of the new one.
Little Fauss and Big Halsy

1970

Little Fauss and Big Halsy

1970
6
The friendship between two Arizona dirt bike racers is tested when they both lust for an attractive runaway young woman who joins them on the racing circuit.
Night of the Juggler

1980

Night of the Juggler

1980
6.5
A tough, New York City ex-cop relentlessly searches for his kidnapped teenage daughter whom is held by a twisted psycho after mistaking her for the daughter of a wealthy businessman.
Miss Sadie Thompson

1953

Miss Sadie Thompson

1953
5.3
Sadie Thompson winds up stranded on an island and while her boat is being quarantined, she manages to stir up the blood of every marine on the base.
Down Argentine Way

1940

Down Argentine Way

1940
6.2
The story—in which an American heiress on holiday in South America falls in love with an Argentine horse breeder against the wishes of their families—takes a backseat to the spectacular location shooting and parade of extravagant musical numbers, which include the larger-than-life Carmen Miranda singing the hit “South American Way” and a showstopping dance routine by the always amazing Nicholas Brothers.
Abe Lincoln in Illinois

1940

Abe Lincoln in Illinois

1940
6.8
Abe Lincoln in Illinois is a 1940 biographical film which tells the story of the life of Abraham Lincoln from his departure from Kentucky until his election as President of the United States.
Roadside Prophets

1992

Roadside Prophets

1992
5.5
On a quest to fulfill a friend's last wish, Joe takes to the desert road on his 1957 Harley-Davidson. Joined by wannabe biker Sam, Joe journeys from Los Angeles to Nevada, meeting all sorts of characters along the way.
Kadosh

1999

Kadosh

1999
5.8
The year 2000 approaches in Jerusalem's Orthodox Mea Shearim quarter, where the women work, keep house, and have children so the men can study the Torah and the Talmud. Rivka is happily and passionately married to Meir, but they remain childless. The yeshiva's rabbi, who is Meir's father, wants Meir to divorce Rivka: "a barren woman is no woman." Rivka's sister, Malka, is in love with Yakov, a Jew shunned by the yeshiva as too secular. The rabbi arranges Malka's marriage to Yossef, whose agitation when fulfilling religious duties approaches the grotesque. Can the sisters sort out their hearts' desires within this patriarchal world? If not, have they any other options?
The Facts of Life

1960

The Facts of Life

1960
5.1
Middle-class suburbanites Larry and Kitty grow bored with their lives and respective marriages. Although each always found the other's manner grating, they fall in love when thrown together--without their spouses--on vacation. On returning home they try to break things off, only to grow closer. A holiday together will finally settle whether they should end their marriages.
Princess Caraboo

1994

Princess Caraboo

1994
5.4
Bristol, England, early 19th century. A beautiful young stranger who speaks a weird language is tried for the crime of begging. But when a man claims that he can translate her dialect, it is understood that the woman is a princess from a far away land. She is then welcomed by a family of haughty aristocrats that only wants to heighten their prestige. However, the local reporter is not at all convinced she is what she claims to be and investigates. Is Caraboo really a princess?
A Hatful of Rain

1957

A Hatful of Rain

1957
6.8
A Korean War veteran's morphine addiction wreaks havoc upon his family.
Cry, the Beloved Country

1995

Cry, the Beloved Country

1995
6.7
A South-African preacher goes to search for his wayward son who has committed a crime in the big city.
Mike's Murder

1984

Mike's Murder

1984
5.4
Betty has a crush on her tennis instructor Mike. He promises to call her for a date, but never does – she doesn’t know he sells drugs on the side. After botching a deal on someone else’s turf, Mike has to disappear for a while. He contacts Betty – then he’s killed before they can meet. Betty tries to find out what happened, leading her straight into a hornet's nest of vice.
The Heart of Me

2004

The Heart of Me

2004
6
Drama set in 1930s London with two sisters, Madeleine married to Rickie, and Dinah, who falls in love with him. Rickie and Dinah begin an affair which is to have repercussions throughout all their lives.
Clubland

2007

Clubland

2007
5.1
The shy son of an aging comedienne tries to find a balance between his demanding home life, his new girlfriend, and his mother's second chance at fame.